Storage: 500GB
2 configurations available
The OWC 500GB Aura Pro IV is a high-performance PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 NVMe SSD designed for upgrading or expanding storage in compatible systems. This compact 2280 form factor drive delivers impressive sequential read speeds of up to 6750 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 3025 MB/s, making it ideal for demanding applications, rapid file transfers, and enhancing overall system responsiveness. With a robust endurance rating of 250 TBW and a 1.5 million hour MTBF, it provides reliable and durable storage for professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Form factor and generation interface dictate compatibility and speed. Prioritize drives with DRAM caches for OS boot drives, as DRAM-less drives can slow down significantly during heavy multitasking. Available from $94.99.
Solid State Drives (SSDs) have no ongoing costs and consume minimal power. Their cost of ownership is entirely the upfront price per gigabyte.
Common Failure Modes
SSDs have no moving parts, making them immune to physical shock. Failures occur through flash memory wear-out from writing massive amounts of data or sudden controller death.
Form factor and generation interface dictate compatibility and speed. Prioritize drives with DRAM caches for OS boot drives, as DRAM-less drives can slow down significantly during heavy multitasking.
SSDs have a finite number of write cycles, usually measured in Terabytes Written (TBW). For average consumers, this limit takes many years to reach.
The OWC 500GB Aura Pro IV PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 NVMe SSD is available at bhphoto, starting at $94.99.
Solid State Drives (SSDs) have no ongoing costs and consume minimal power. Their cost of ownership is entirely the upfront price per gigabyte.
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