Intel 320 Series 160 GB SATA 3Gb/s 2.5" SSD Solid State Drive

$199

Intel 320 Series 160 GB SATA 3.0 Gb-s 2.5-Inch Solid-State Drive
Model SSDSA2M160G2LE

Intel Solid-State Drives just got better. The next generation Intel SSD 320 Series offers built-in data protection features, better performance, larger capacities and more value for your money.

Retail Price: $363

The Intel 320 Series Solid-State Drive (160 GB) provides an advanced alternative to traditional hard drives with increased speeds, low power consumption, and high reliability. Designed without moving parts, the drive provides quiet and cool operation, while flash memory technology offers faster boot-up, application launch, and file loading. And with the convenience of Intel's migration software and toolbox, it's easy to set up and maintain your SSD.

At a Glance:
-- Flash technology for increased processing speeds and multitasking
-- Built-in features protect data from internal and external threats
-- Intel utilities make installation easy and optimize performance
-- No moving parts for higher reliability and longer life span.
-- Backed by a five-year limited warranty
-- The standard 2.5-inch form factor makes it easy to install on nearly any laptop.
-- Works on all major platforms, including PC, Mac, Unix, and Linux
-- Unlike traditional hard disk drives, Intel Solid-State Drives have no moving parts, resulting in quiet operation with lower error rates
-- Designed to satisfy the most demanding users and technology enthusiasts, the Intel SSD 320 Series brings high-performance storage
-- Random read performance of 39,000 input/output operations per second (IOPS)
-- Couple that performance with random writes of 21,000 IOPS
-- The Intel Data Migration Software clones the operating system and files from a hard drive or SSD to any Intel SSD.

Features:

Flash Technology Easily Handles Multiple Operations
With Intel's flash technology, the 320 Series Solid-State Drive (SSD) features a flash system that can easily handle up to 32 concurrent operations at once. Even with the most demanding applications, the drive remains cool and quiet.

Built-In Data Protection Adds Security
A variety of data protection features protect your information from internal and external threats, so you can use this 320 Series drive with confidence. Encryption technology secures your personal data in the event of theft or loss. In case of an unexpected power loss, all data is written from the cache to the drive, protecting your data.

Tool Suite for Easy Setup and Troubleshooting
The 320 Series Solid-State Drive includes free Intel utilities that help you install and manage your hard drive. If you install the SSD in an existing PC system, Intel's Data Migration Software quickly replicates the operating system and all files from the PC hard drive, so you can begin using the drive immediately.

Intel's SSD Toolbox features a wide range of tools that help you optimize the performance of your 320 Series drive. With this toolbox, you can securely erase your SSD or configure your system to take full advantage of available features.

Low Power Consumption Increases Mobility
The low power needs of the 320 Series SSD translate to a longer battery life and a lighter notebook, which means you can increase the capacity and speed of your laptop without the added weight of a larger battery.

Rugged, Reliable Design
With no moving parts and the ability to withstand bumps and shocks without losing precious data, the 320 Series drive offers increased speed and performance without sacrificing reliability.

Technical Specs:
-- Serial ATA SATA 3 GB/S
-- Backwards compatible with SATA 1.5 Gb/s
-- 2.5 inch Solid State Disk Drive (SSD)
-- 160 GB (160G)
-- 5V 1A
-- Power consumption: 150mW active, 100mW idle
-- 1.8 x 5.7 x 4.7 inches
-- 25nm Intel NAND Flash Memory Multi-Level Cell
-- Up to 270 MB/s sustained sequential reads
-- Up to 165 MB/s sustained sequential writes
-- Read latency 75 microseconds
-- Write latency 90 microseconds
-- Random I/O ops per second (IOPS): 39,000 read / 21,000 write
-- Life expectancy: 1.2 million hours

Condition
-- New, perfect condition
-- I purchased a new laptop with this as the drive. However, I wnated to upgrade, so I spent $1,000 and bought the 500 GB version. This drive was only used for a couple weeks while waiting for the new drive to arrive.
-- Works perfectly. I'll offer a full refund if there are any problems