512GB Solid State Drives

Lenovo ThinkPad 512GB M.2 PCI Express Internal Solid State Drive (4XB1K26774)
Item # : IM107UP31
Model # : 4XB1K26774
  • Internal M.2 PCI Express Gen4x4 SSD is a good choice to upgrade your device
  • Capacity: 512GB
Price is $132.27
Free delivery by Fri, May 09
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Verbatim 512GB SATA/600 2.5" Internal Solid State Drive (Vi550 S3) (49352)
Item # : IM16DN528
Model # : 49352
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  • Lightning-fast data transfer - up to 560 MB/s read and up to 535 MB/s write
  • Cutting-edge 3D NAND flash technology
Price is $58.25
Free delivery by Fri, May 09
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Western Digital PC SA530 3D NAND SATA SDASN8Y-512G 512GB  Solid State Drive
Western Digital PC SA530 3D NAND SATA SDASN8Y-512G 512GB Solid State Drive is Out of stock
Item # : 24536512
Model # : SDASN8Y-512G
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Exceptional Storage Options for a Broad Range of Computing Applications
  • Type of SSD, Interface & Compatibility: 3D NAND SATA SSD, M.2 2280 Internal
  • 560MB/s Maximum Read Transfer Rate - 530MB/s Maximum Write Transfer Rate
Price is $145.59
Emtec X200 Power Plus ECSSD512GX200 512GB USB 3.1 Gen 1 External Solid State Drive~#|#~sp119606453_sc7
Emtec X200 Power Plus ECSSD512GX200 512GB USB 3.1 Gen 1 External Solid State Drive is Out of stock
Item # : 24478976
Model # : ECSSD512GX200
  • External SSD for PC and Mac features USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface
  • SSD provides up to 450MB/s read speed and up to 420MB/s write speed
Price is $62.29

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Solid state drives (SSD) offer exceptional data access speeds and plenty of storage capacity to business professionals and home users. They come in several physical formats designed for use in everything from laptops to data centers, and they're compatible with most modern operating systems. Staples carries 512GB solid state drives from manufacturers such as Samsung and Sandisk.

Exceptional Access Speeds
SSDs use memory chips instead of spinning platters to store your data, making these products much faster than traditional magnetic media. They typically access data 15 to 28 times faster than hard drives. Most solid state drives read about 550 megabytes of data per second and write 500 megabytes per second, but select products are even quicker, achieving read speeds of up to write speeds of up to 1,500 megabytes per second and read speeds of 2,500 megabytes per second. These exceptionally fast transfer rates make solid state drives an ideal choice for critical data storage. They also make excellent operating system drives, since high-speed access reduces boot times and enhances overall system performance.

Flexible Installation Options
Solid state drives come in several form factors that address different installation requirements. The most common type is the 2.5-inch SATA drive. These products fit in the standard drive bays found in most desktop and laptop computers, which makes installation simple. They can also be installed in external drive enclosures or for data center storage racks. M.2 and mSATA solid state drives are much smaller and have no external case. They provide storage for Ultrabooks and other lightweight devices.

User-friendly Drive and Data Management
Many SSDs include software that simplifies data and drive maintenance tasks. These applications can monitor performance to ensure the system is configured correctly, migrate data between drives or enable drive features such as over-provisioning settings. They can also keep the drive's built-in control software up to date with firmware updates, or identify a failing drive using S.M.A.R.T. technology.

Secure Data Storage
Data security is a common concern for any computer user, and solid state drives have features that enhance reliability and protect data. Most include support for hardware-based, AES 256-bit encryption, which secures data without impacting overall system performance. Some products also support the Opal Storage Specification, a document created by the Trusted Computing Group that outlines standards for inter-operability, authentication control and data protection. Most drives also support S.M.A.R.T. technology that provides feedback on drive status and TRIM commands that optimize file erasure and enhance overall performance.

Why Choose a 512GB SSD?
When selecting an SSD, 512GB drives strike a reasonable balance between storage space and cost. They can hold an operating system installation and have space left for the personal data and media files of a typical home or business user. A 512GB drive stores about 8,330 MP3 music tracks, 16,000 digital photos or 500 hours of streaming video.

Solid state drives combine high-speed data read and write speeds with enhanced security features and software that simplifies data management. They come in many different physical formats that fit into desktops, laptops, data center storage enclosures or ultralight devices. Shop the products available at Staples and find a 512GB solid state drive for any home or business need.