SAMSUNG 980 NVME 500GB
SAMSUNG 980 NVME 500GB
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The Smart NVMe Upgrade: Samsung 980 500GB
The Samsung 980 500GB is the smartest way to inject lightning-fast NVMe speed into any PC. Harnessing nearly the maximum performance of the PCIe 3.0 interface, this M.2 drive delivers rapid sequential speeds of up to 3,100 MB/s read and 2,600 MB/s write. Designed without a dedicated DRAM cache, it uses your PC's main memory (HMB technology) to cut costs, offering exceptional value for snappy boot times and fast game loading without the high-end price tag.
⭐ Highlights
⭐ Highlights
PCIe 3.0 NVMe Speed | Up to 3,100/2,600 MB/s Seq. R/W | DRAM-less with HMB Technology | Smart Thermal Control (Nickel Coating) | 5-Year Limited Warranty (300 TBW)
⚙️ Specifications
⚙️ Specifications
Storage Drive Type: SSD (Solid State Drive)
Storage Form Factor: M.2 2280
Storage Interface: PCIe 3.0 x4 (NVMe 1.4)
Storage Capacity: 500 GB
Storage Sequential Read: Up to 3,100 MB/s
Storage Sequential Write: Up to 2,600 MB/s
Storage Spindle Speed RPM:
Storage HDD Cache MB:
Storage NAND Type: V-NAND TLC (Triple-Level Cell)
Storage Features: DRAM-less Design (uses HMB), Dynamic Thermal Guard, AES 256-bit Encryption
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The POST-Check Protocol
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M.2 Slot Bandwidth
Action: Consult the motherboard manual to determine which M.2 slot is the primary slot (closest to the CPU, for fastest speed) and which SATA ports it disables when in use. Why: Using the wrong M.2 slot can halve your SSD's speed or prevent your SATA hard drives from being recognized.
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Heatsink Protection
Action: If your M.2 SSD or motherboard heatsink comes with a protective blue or clear plastic film over the thermal pad, always remove it before securing the heatsink. Why: The film acts as an insulator, trapping heat and causing the NVMe SSD to thermal throttle and slow down.
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NVMe Installation
Action: Insert the NVMe drive gently into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle, then press it flat and secure it with the tiny screw or latch provided. Why: Proper seating is required for electrical contact, and using too much force can damage the drive or the motherboard slot.
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SATA Connection
Action: When connecting a SATA SSD or HDD, use both the SATA Data cable (to the motherboard) and the SATA Power cable (from the PSU). Why: Both connections are required for the drive to be recognized and powered; either cable being loose or forgotten will prevent the drive from working.
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Windows Initialization
Action: After installing Windows, new storage drives will not appear in File Explorer until you manually open Disk Management to initialize and partition them. Why: Unformatted drives are marked as "Unallocated Space" by the OS and must be set up before they can store files or games.
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BIOS Boot Priority
Action: In the BIOS, set your primary SSD (the one with the operating system) as the first device in the Boot Priority list. Why: This ensures the PC boots quickly to Windows; otherwise, the system may delay by trying to boot from the wrong (unformatted) drive first.