MTS830 512GB M.2 2280 SATA III SSD with Dram Cache, Up to 560MB/s, Compatible w/Ultrabook/Laptop/PC/Desktop, 3D TLC NAND Flash Internal Solid State Drive, LDPC Error Correction ECC, B+M Key

I purchased the Transcend 1TB M.2 2280 SATA III SSD to replace a SanDisk 512 GB SSD in my HP Pavillion laptop. I wanted to switch to windows 11, but did not have hardly any room left on that disk. Using a Fuabo docking station, and Acronis true image, I cloned this disk. When I connected the SSD via USB, I had to go into Computer Management under Tools running MSCONFIG to see the SSD. During the cloning process, the SSD temperature in one spot was 68° C (155°F). I decided to put a heat sink on it before putting it in the laptop. I hope it extends its life. CHKDSK said there were no errors. So, the SSD appears to be operating normally. I purchased this SSD instead of the western digital one because of the more favorable reviews. so far, I’m satisfied with this one.

I have a synology NAS that can utilize nvme, in pair (installed as RAID1) as a read/write cache'. I bought two of the transcend 128GB devices and they are working flawlessly. This brand is also on Synology's recommended list, albeit a different model. I want to point out that before I bought the transcends, I purchased two 128GB Silicon Power nvme's. After losing two hours, trying to get them to work, I gave up and returned and purchased the transcend's. I was done in 10 mins and had them functioning. zero issues, after two weeks of use. I should've purchased the transcends to begin with. I highly recommend these for Synology NAS read/write cache use.

Transcend is a well known brand and for its OEM quality. i recognize them way back in my PC Technician builder life. * Double-sided - It is a compatible fitment for my IODD Mini Pro even though its double sided surface mounted chip components * Thermal limit is 73c (standard), feels cooler than other competing brands like Kingspec, within the IODD MINI PRO it swings 67c - 73c on continuous WRITE/READ. * The far side of the M.2 near the edges of the screw area has no surface mount components (important) * power draw with my IODD Mini Pro = average 1.8 Watts (2.4W peek) on continuous Read/Write/Hardware IO Encryption enabled * Transfer speed is limited by Sata III but overall long endurance seems pretty smooth with DRAM cache support

This Transcend 1 TB SATAIII M.2 seems (to me) to run pretty hot, but I haven't noticed any issues. The package and the manufacturer's website both say that it includes a 5 year warranty (as opposed to the 3 year warranty that is mentioned in the listing). I was unable to purchase an NVMe M.2 drive for this use-case (hardware limitations of the mini PC) and I could have purchased other M.2 SSD SATA drives for about half of the price, but I just can't bring myself to buy an SSD that lacks a DRAM cache and this seemed to be the best price I could find on a 1TB SATA M.2 SSD with DRAM cache. This drive is installed in a BMAX B1 Plus mini PC [ASIN:B0D2HQMR4Q] that I am running inside of an full size arcade cabinet. I installed Transcend's SSD Scope software to check for firmware updates (there weren't any available) and used it for peeking at the temperatures. The software is very basic and doesn't have some of the features that I am used to seeing in competitors SSD management utilities (eg. Samsung Magician). I don't see a way to over provision in SSD Scope, so I just left 20% of the space unallocated in Disk Management. I do not leave SSD Scope running, but it seems like the only way to even manually check for firmware updates, which are probably pretty rare anyway. In the fanless BMAX B1 Plus, this SSD idles at around 60°C. When performing some sustained file copies I saw the drive running at around 80-84°C. Knowing that I had very limited space to work with in the mini BMAX case, I ordered a 6mm thick copper M.2 heatsink [ASIN:B0CWNLJZSP]. With the heatsink installed and the plastic cover of the BMAX case left off (nothing can touch it inside of the arcade cabinet), the same file copies resulted in temps of 64-71°C. The idle temperature was not changed. Under normal use, this arcade has very small and brief periods of reading and writing to/from this SSN (D:) drive. With the heatsink installed, I haven't seen the SSD go over 64°C during normal use. This is just me working within the constraints of my arcade cabinet build. I think that in a standard PC case with a good motherboard or 3rd party heatsink, this SSD probably would not have any significant heat issues. 5-years warranty is good to have. DRAM cache is a requirement (for me). So far I have had no complaints about the drive.

worked like a charm in a BSD Linux box used for pfsense...

20250718: Bought to increas storage space on Church Laptop (HP). Worked perfectly! Easy install.

So far so good, old m.2 sata failed and swapping out with this and laptop is back and running. It’s boots a bit quicker than stock but not sure if it’s because it’s a fresh install of OS or if it’s actually faster. Either way, for $21 I get my laptop back. I’m glad these old drives are still available for a great price

Good quality and great for Windows installation because it’s recommended to have a dram chip which this does for writes from windows updates. Finally speed is enough but not fast enough for some newer triple A games Rachet and Clank.

Very solid drive, it is hard to find reliable SATA III M.2 drives, but this is very good and speedy, for SATA

Work excellent for great price very happy

Le portable HP refuse de le reconnaitre comme disque système. Il est donc devenu un stockage auxiliaire. Les joies de la quincaillerie.

GREAT PRODUCT!!! very happy

Ssd económico pero de calidad. Marca reconocida. Funciona bien