Kingston KC600 256GB SATA III SSD with AES-256 Encrypti

The Kingston KC600 is a 2.5-inch SATA solid-state drive built for users who need reliable everyday storage with a meaningful security layer. Using 3D TLC NAND technology and a Silicon Motion SM2259 controller paired with a DRAM cache, the KC600 delivers consistent read speeds of up to 550 MB/s and write speeds of up to 500 MB/s over a SATA Rev. 3.0 (6 Gb/s) interface. The drive is fully backwards-compatible with SATA Rev. 2.0 (3 Gb/s) systems, so it can serve as a straightforward upgrade in older laptops and desktops as well as in newer builds. One of the standout features of the KC600 is its comprehensive hardware-level security suite. The drive supports XTS-AES 256-bit encryption, TCG Opal 2.0, and Microsoft eDrive, making it a solid choice for professionals and organisations that need to protect sensitive data at rest without relying on software-based solutions. Hardware encryption offloads the cryptographic workload from the CPU, which means no measurable performance penalty during normal use. At 256 GB of usable capacity, the KC600 is well-suited to operating-system and application workloads, or as a fast cache drive alongside a larger mechanical hard disk. The drive has been rated for up to 150 TBW (terabytes written), and Kingston backs it with a 5-year warranty, reflecting confidence in the drive's long-term endurance. The slim 7 mm z-height means the KC600 fits standard 2.5-inch bays and most thin-and-light laptop chassis without requiring a spacer. Verified Specifications: • Capacity: 256 GB • Form Factor: 2.5-inch • Interface: SATA Rev. 3.0 (6 Gb/s), backwards-compatible with SATA Rev. 2.0 (3 Gb/s) • Controller: Silicon Motion SM2259 • NAND: 3D TLC • DRAM Cache: Yes • Sequential Read: Up to 550 MB/s • Sequential Write: Up to 500 MB/s • Encryption: XTS-AES 256-bit hardware encryption, TCG Opal 2.0, eDrive • Endurance (TBW): 150 TBW • Dimensions: 100.1 mm × 69.85 mm × 7 mm • Warranty: 5 Years