Acer FA100 512GB NVMe Gen3 SSD

The Acer FA100 512GB NVMe Gen3 SSD (model BL-9BWWA-119) is a compact M.2 2280 solid-state drive built on 3D NAND flash technology and designed for users who need reliable, high-throughput storage in a laptop or desktop upgrade. Running on the PCIe Gen3 x4 interface with NVMe 1.4 protocol, it delivers sequential read speeds of up to 3,200 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 2,200 MB/s, making everyday tasks like OS boot, application launches, and large-file transfers noticeably quicker compared to traditional SATA drives. Data integrity is maintained through 4K LDPC (Low-Density Parity-Check) error correction technology combined with S.M.A.R.T. monitoring. LDPC operates at the 4K page level to detect and correct a wider range of read and write errors, reducing the likelihood of bad blocks developing over the drive's lifespan. Host Memory Buffer (HMB) support allows the SSD to leverage a small portion of system RAM as a pseudo-cache, lowering access latency even without a dedicated DRAM buffer on the drive itself. TRIM support further helps the controller manage write amplification over time, extending overall endurance. The FA100 ships with Biwin Intelligence True-Image backup software, giving users a straightforward way to clone an existing drive or schedule backups without additional cost. Its rated endurance of 300 TBW (Terabytes Written) is appropriate for mainstream workloads over a multi-year period, and Acer backs the drive with a 5-year limited warranty for added peace of mind. Verified Specifications: - Capacity: 512 GB - Form Factor: M.2 2280 - Interface: PCIe Gen3 x4, NVMe 1.4 - Sequential Read Speed: Up to 3,200 MB/s - Sequential Write Speed: Up to 2,200 MB/s - Random Read: 317K IOPS - Random Write: 286K IOPS - Endurance (TBW): 300 TB - Storage Temperature: -40 °C to 85 °C - Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 70 °C - Warranty: 5 Years - Bundled Software: Biwin Intelligence True-Image - SKU: BL-9BWWA-119