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Are you considering an mSATA SSD for your device? mSATA refers to mini-SATA, which is a SATA drive with a small form factor. In recent years, mSATA has increased dramatically in popularity, thanks to the growing demand for small devices. With an mSATA drive, you get the reliability and power of a SATA-interface SSD in a size that fits a modern device. An mSATA 256GB SSD is a drive with 256GB of storage space. Could this be the right embedded storage solution for your application? Here  are the facts you need to know.

mSATA Basics

Like all SATA, or Serial ATA, interfaces, mSATA is designed to follow the strict regulations set by the SATA-IO, or the SATA International Organization. These specs are in place to ensure that all mSATA drives work the same, regardless of the manufacturer. There have been several SATA redesigns over the years, with different speeds for each generation of SATA. New mSATA drives use the SATA III interface for maximum speeds of 6Gbps.

In terms of size, mSATA is approximately the size of a business card and is thin enough to fit inside a wide range of space-constrained devices. It has low power needs and is able to withstand high amounts of shock and vibration. Because it is an SSD, it also features high-speed boot and shutdown capabilities.

mSATA 256GB

mSATA is available for industrial users in a number of different capacities. Keep in mind that the capacity will be affected by the kind of flash used in the drive. Although many industrial designers assume they should choose SLC flash memory, it is important to remember that SLC flash memory has constraints on the amount of data it can store. This is because only one bit of data is stored per cell with SLC flash memory.

For customers who need mSATA 256GB capacity, the drive will be built with MLC flash memory. With MLC flash memory, two bits of data are stored per cell. This increases the capacity without increasing the size of the device. MLC flash memory from an industrial memory manufacturer, like Delkin, can come equipped with enhanced features, including an extended temperature range and improved shock and vibration tolerance.

If you are interested in mSATA 256GB or other versions of SATA drives, contact Delkin. Our large selection means that you’re sure to find the right fit for your device and budget. Learn more by talking to a team member today.

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