Hardware3.06.2011

Kingston Unveils SandForce-based SSD

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Kingston Technology Company Inc. has announced at Computex 2011 that it has teamed up with SandForce Inc. to launch its first SATA 6Gb/s based SSD range, which is targeted at enthusiasts, gamers and performance users.

The Kingston HyperX SSD features the latest SandForce controller, and is also available as a bundle with the HyperX Upgrade Kit for easy installation and creation of a HyperX themed PC.

The HyperX SSD allows for sequential read/write speeds of 525/480MB/s, 4KB random read/write, Input/Output Operations per Second of 40,000/60,000 (240GB) and SandForce DuraClass Technology.

“This launch is very exciting for us at Kingston. The SandForce controller allows us to deliver the high-end performance that is needed for power-users, gamers, and enthusiasts,” said Grant Rau, business development manager, Kingston Technology South Africa. “Integrating a final production quality controller and firmware and undergoing extensive testing has been an exacting process, but has been well worth the wait.”

Key Features of the Kingston HyperX SSD

•    Intel 25nm Compute NAND
•    Advanced Wear-Leveling Technology
•    User Configurable Over Provisioning
•    TRIM and S.M.A.R.T Support
•    DuraClass™ Technology
•    The HyperX Upgrade Kit Includes
•    HyperX 2.5″ Desktop Mounting Plate
•    HyperX USB External Drive Bay
•    HyperX Multi-Head Screwdriver
•    HyperX SATA Data Cable

Kingston HyperX SSDs are backed by a three-year warranty and 24/7 tech support.

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