ADATA SU900 1TB 3D MLC SSD

Description

ADATA SU900 1TB 3D MLC SSD
1TB ASU900SS-1TM-C 4712366968318
The Ultimate SU900 solid state drives implements 3D MLC NAND Flash and an SMI controller, offering capacities up to 1TB, high speed, and great reliability. It features intelligent SLC Caching and DRAM Cache Buffer to boost read/write performance up to 560/525MB per second. With the support of LDPC ECC and multiple data protection technologies, the SU900 provides high TBW (total bytes written) and instantly upgrades notebook and desktop PCs with superior stability, durability, and power efficiency. In addition, the SU900 is backed by a 5-year warranty for long-term reliability assurance.

Ample storage up to 1TB with 3D MLC NAND Flash
Implementing advanced 3D MLC NAND Flash and a high speed SMI controller, the SU900 features bigger storage capacities, higher efficiency, and more rugged reliability compared to 2D NAND SSDs.

Intelligent SLC Caching and DRAM Cache Buffer
The intelligent SLC Caching algorithm allows NAND Flash memory to operate in single-level cell mode and boosts read/write performance. In addition, with the support of DRAM Cache Buffer, read/write performance can be as much as double that of solid state drives that lack a DRAM cache, or in other words that can’t use onboard memory as an SSD buffer for high intensity tasks.

Outperforms HDDs with Massive Performance Gain
Utilizing high quality materials and advanced technologies, the SU900 outperforms traditional HDDs by a huge factor, with particular benefits in boot up and seek time, as well as overall much faster read/write throughput.

Advanced LDPC ECC Engine
LDPC (low density parity check) error correcting code has been implemented on the SU900, leading to a massive reduction in data errors and an equal increase in data integrity. It protects your valuable contents against corruption to a much greater extent than non-ECC SSDs or even SSDs that use basic BCH error correction. In addition, the SU900 has a program/erase cycle three times longer than standard SSDs due to incorporating native hard and soft decode. Together, these ensure improved durability and a longer SSD lifespan.

High TBW for excellent durability
Utilizing 3D MLC NAND flash, all SU900 models provide high TBW (Total Bytes Written) up to 1600TB and random R/W speed up to 85K/90K IOPS. The SU900’s TBW rating outranks comparable models, indicating a longer-lasting SSD with a longer MTBF of 2 million hours (compared to 1.5 million hours on previous 2D NAND SSDs).

Multiple Data Protection Technologies
The SU900 supports multiple data protection technologies, including internal data shaping, software/hardware write protection options, early weak block retirement, and a global wear leveling algorithm to ensure data integrity and improve SSD stability.

5-Year Warranty
Leveraging high quality 3D MLC NAND Flash, the SU900 is backed by a 5-year warranty to secure its long-term operation.

For Notebooks and Desktops
At just 7mm height, the SU900 fits in ultrabooks and any notebook or game console easily. For placement in 9.5mm desktop bays, we bundle a 2.5mm spacer and a 3.5-inch bracket, allowing virtually universal compatibility. Users can upgrade quickly and without much fuss, and start enjoying a high speed SSD that uses all-new 3D MLC NAND with up to 1TB capacity.Capacity 1TB
Form Factor 2.5″
NAND Flash 3D MLC
Controller SMI 2258
Dimensions (L x W x H) 100.45 x 69.85 x 7mm
Weight 59.5g
Interface SATA 6Gb/s
Sequential R/W performance (max) 560/525MB/s
*Actual performance may vary due to available SSD capacity, system hardware and software components, and other factors
Operating temperature 0°C-70°C
Storage temperature -40°C-85°C
Shock resistance 1500G/0.5ms
MTBF 2,000,000 hours
Warranty 5-year limited warranty
* The SSD is based on the TBW or Warranty period.
** Visit www.adata.com/us/ss/prowar/ for more details.https://www.adata.com/us/ss/software-5/
https://www.adata.com/us/ss/software-6/
https://www.adata.com/upload/downloadfile/Datasheet%20-%20Ultimate%20SU900_EN_20180910.pdf
https://www.adata.com/upload/downloadfile/SSD_Desktop_guide.EN.pdf
https://www.adata.com/upload/downloadfile/SSD_Installation_Notebook_EN.pdf
https://www.adata.com/upload/downloadfile/WEB_SSD_WARRANTY_SERVICE.PDF
Solid State Drives FAQ

Q1: What operating systems support M.2 SSDs?
A: (1) NVMe (PCIe) M.2 SSDs requires Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2, or later versions to support the NVMe driver.
For Windows, it is recommended to use Windows 10 of later. Linux OS such as Fedora, SUSE, Ubuntu, and Red Hat all support M.2 SSDs.
(2) AHCI (SATA) M.2 SSDs can be used with Windows 7 or later versions.
Q2: What is a reasonable product lifepan?
A: The health parameters on the SSD tool box or CrystalDiskInfo are based on your individual usage behavior and number of reads and writes.
It is not abnormal for an SSD that has been in use for some time to have a lower health status.
Q3: How do I use the SSD toolbox?
A: Click this link to learn more: https://www.adata.com/en/ss/software-6/
Q4: Do you have guides for formatting SSDs in Windows?
A: Yes, see the links – titled by operating system: Windows 7; Windows 8.1 or Windows 10; Windows XP
Q5: Do ADATA solid state drives support different OS (Windows/Linux, etc.)?
A: Yes. All ADATA solid state drives are designed and tested to industry standard specifications and requirements laid out by platform holders and professional associations and forums. Each product passes strict compatibility testing with its intended operating systems. The vast majority of ADATA solid state drives are Windows and Linux compatible, while external storage adds Android plus devices such as Xbox and PlayStation. If you have any question for specific details, please check the ADATA website or contact our customer service center.
Q6: What does the term “4K sector” refer to?
A: As a legacy operating system, Windows XP uses the older 512-bit minimum sector size. Later operating systems and current storage devices use 4096-bit minimum sector sizes, or 4K sectors. This is due to higher storage density and the need to handle bigger files faster, and means that Windows XP is not optimized for SSD, resulting in reduced speed and affecting other performance parameters. To avoid this, we strongly recommend using our SSDs with Windows 7 or later. Do note Windows XP is no longer supported by Microsoft.
Q7: How to obtain your Acronis key?
A: Please visit: http://www.adata.com/en/ss/software-5/ for more detailed instructions.
Guide to registering the product: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEcCG8CnXGs
Acronis 2013 for Windows 7 Operating Method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEcCG8CnXGs
Acronis 2015 for Windows 10 Operation Method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OU0dgsWyCcI
Q8: What is the difference between SATA 3.0 & SATA 2.0 specifications?
A: The Serial ATA-International Organization has launched what is often called “SATA 3”, a 6 gigabit per second (Gbps) standard. The older SATA II specification has a maximum speed of 3Gbps.
Q9: Why do I need to update the firmware on my drive? (SandForce SSD)
A: ADATA releases bug fixes, performance enhancements, and other important updates via new firmware releases that are directly available for end-users. Updating to the latest supported firmware will help ensure your ADATA SSD is able to operate at peak performance and stability.
Q10: Do SSDs Require Defragmentation?
A: SSD’s use wear-leveling, which is a technique for prolonging the service life of some kinds of erasable computer storage media, such as Flash memory used in solid-state drives (SSDs). Defragmenting is not required.
Q11: What is Wear-Leveling function?
A: Wear leveling is a process that is designed to extend the life of solid state storage devices. SSDs are store data in blocks. Each block can tolerate a finite number of program/erase cycles before becoming unreliable. For example, MLC NAND flash is typically rated at about 3,000 program/erase cycles. Wear leveling arranges data so that write/erase cycles are distributed evenly among all of the blocks in the device.
Q12: I received an alert when I tested my SSD with HDtune. What should I do?
A: Early SSDs do not support this feature, so it is possible that the alert may be a false alarm. However, if the product shows an alert when tested, it is recommended to contact customer service for further confirmation.
Q13: How should I back up important data for secure storage? How long can it be stored?
A: Of the current varieties of storage media, including CD-ROM, hard drive, & SSD, none can offer secure permanent storage of data. Therefore, it is recommended that critical data be backed up on several different devices to spread the risk.
Q14: How long is the expected lifespan of an SSD? How should I use an SSD to ensure the longest life expectancy? (How to properly use the SSD to minimize loss.)
A: Currently the average SSD has a built-in erase function and error correction mechanism to increase the lifespan. But in general, SSD lifespan is determined by the frequency of usage and the working environment. The greater the number of data writes to the drive, and the higher the ambient temperature, the lower the useful lifespan of the SSD.
Q15: What should I do if the data transfer speed seems abnormally slow?
A: SSDs employ built-in wear leveling technology to guarantee the life span of the drive. Slow data transmission may be due to ongoing internal restructuring from this function. But this situation is uncommon, especially if it is recurring. If that is that case, contact the customer service staff directly for assistance.
Q16: My PC can’t detect the SSD. What can I do?
A: First, check that SSD SATA and power cables are properly seated and secured. The next step is to try the SSD with a different SATA port. If the issue persists, go into the BIOS and check that the SSD device ID is listed in the boot sequence section. Also check that the same device ID is listed in the Windows device manager. If the SSD isn’t listed in either or if the issue continues, it’s advisable to try the same SSD on a different PC to check whether the drive or the system are the source of the issue. If the problem remains after these steps, please contact ADATA support for further assistance.
Q17: Why is my actual capacity of the product less than what is marked on the packaging? How much less capacity is reasonable?
A: Differences in size shown are mainly due to differences in computer operating systems, the calculation method for an SSD capacity, and the Controller IC’s operations result in different ways. Generally, SSD manufacturers usually calculate capacity based on the decimal system, and computer systems are actually binary. SSD manufacturer: 1KB = 1000 Bytes, 1MB = 1000KB, 1GB = 1000MB, 1TB = 1000GB Operating system: 1KB = 1024 Bytes, 1MB = 1024KB, 1GB = 1024MB, 1TB = 1024GB So for example, a hard disk marked as 500GB capacity is 500GB = 500 x 1,000MB x 1,000KB x 1,000Bytes = 500,000,000,000 Bytes, but in binary the capacity is calculated as 500,000,000,000 Bytes / 1024KB / 1024MB / 1024GB, approximately 465GB. Fastest method of calculation: the SSD capacity x 0.93 = the approximate actual SSD capacity
Q18: Why can’t I transfer 4GB or larger files to storage media? Why do I receive a “destination disk drive is full” message when I know there is still space available on the destination disk?
A: The Windows FAT32 file system supports maximum single file of 4GB only. To resolve this, storage media can be formatted to NTFS.