The Solid State Drive Intense 256GB SSD (Model: 3812440 / MPN Code) is an excellent and efficient solution for those who want to radically renew the performance of their fixed or portable computer with SATA interface. Using MLC-type Flash memory technology and the total absence of mechanical parts in motion, this SSD offers a dramatic increase in speed and responsiveness compared to traditional mechanical hard drives (HDD). The unit is able to achieve exceptional performance for its category: up to 520 MB/s in sequential reading and up to 500 MB/s in sequential writing . With regard to small file management, the unit offers extraordinary performance thanks to the 4 KB random operations, reaching up to 133.120 IOPS in reading and 128,000 IOPS in writing. This results in reduced operating system startup times, instant application uploads and a smooth and efficient multitasking management. With a capacity of 256 GB, it is the ideal choice to install the operating system, daily usage programs and the most important files. Specifications Main Techniques Size and Size: 2.5 inch standard with size of 70 x 104 x 9 mm and a weight of 83 grams, ensuring excellent compatibility with desktop computers and most notebooks on the market. Interface: Serial ATA III (SATA 6 Gbit/s), retrocompatible with previous versions of SATA interfaces. Memory Type: Flash MLC (Multi-Level Cell) to ensure stability, excellent performance and solid durability. Advanced features and Management: The drive integrates native support for TRIM technologies (to optimize writing performance and data cleaning over time) and S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology), which allows constant monitoring of the state of health and disk operation.