GIGABYTE 256GB 2.5 SATA SATA 3 Inernal Solid State Drive (SSD)

The Gigabyte GP-GSTFS31256GTND is a 256GB 2.5-inch internal solid state drive designed to deliver a straightforward, reliable performance upgrade for desktops and laptops. Running on the SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface, it slots into any standard 2.5-inch bay, making it a practical choice for system builders and upgraders who want faster boot times and snappier application launches compared to a traditional hard disk drive. With sequential read speeds of up to 520 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 500 MB/s, everyday tasks such as loading the operating system, launching productivity software, and transferring large files feel noticeably more responsive. Random read IOPS reach up to 80,000 and random write IOPS up to 85,000, contributing to smooth multitasking under typical workloads. Reliability is a core consideration for any storage device. The GP-GSTFS31256GTND is rated to a Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) of 2,000,000 hours, and Gigabyte backs the drive with a 3-year limited warranty covering up to 600 TBW (terabytes written). Support for both TRIM and S.M.A.R.T. standards ensures the drive can maintain performance over time and report health status to compatible monitoring utilities. Gigabyte also provides the SSD ToolBox software, which lets users check drive health, firmware version, operating temperature, and perform a Secure Erase when needed. Verified Specifications: – Model: GP-GSTFS31256GTND – Form Factor: 2.5-inch – Interface: SATA 6.0 Gb/s (SATA III) – Capacity: 256 GB – Sequential Read Speed: Up to 520 MB/s – Sequential Write Speed: Up to 500 MB/s – Random Read IOPS: Up to 80,000 – Random Write IOPS: Up to 85,000 – MTBF: 2,000,000 hours – Warranty: 3-year limited (600 TBW) – Dimensions: 69.85 x 100 x 7 mm – Weight: 50 g – Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C – Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C – Power (Active, Read): 2,240 mW; Power (Active, Write): 2,610 mW; Power (Idle): 170 mW – Features: TRIM, S.M.A.R.T., Gigabyte SSD ToolBox compatible – External DDR Cache: None