OWC Mercury Electra 6G 250GB SATA III 2.5" Internal SSD

SKU: OWCS3D6G250

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What type of technology does the Mercury Electra 6G 250GB SATA III 2.5' Internal SSD use?

The Mercury Electra SSD uses the latest flash NAND and controller technology, harnessing the power of SLC and 3D NAND for enduring, energy-efficient performance.

What features does the Mercury Electra SSD have to prevent data corruption?

The SSD has a StaticDataRefresh feature that manages free space, gradually refreshing data across the SSD over time to prevent data corruption. It also features Hardware BCH ECC, which corrects errors up to 66-bit/1KB for superior data retention.

What is the read and write speed of the Mercury Electra 6G SSD?

The Mercury Electra 6G SSD delivers fast performance with sequential reads up to 506MB/s and random reads up to 90K IOPS.

Can the Mercury Electra SSD extend the battery life of my laptop?

Yes, the Mercury Electra SSD offers standby power benefits that extend battery life, making it an ideal choice for laptop users who are always on the go.

Is the Mercury Electra SSD a quiet storage solution?

Yes, the Mercury Electra SSD is a quiet storage solution. With no moving parts, it operates quietly and coolly, providing a highly rugged storage solution.

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OWC Mercury Electra 6G Specifications

  • Compatibility

    iMac
    MacBook
    MacBook Pro
    Mac mini

  • Controller

    4-Ch

  • NAND

    Tier 1 3D NAND

  • Form Factor

    Standard 7mm 2.5"

  • Interface

    SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s & 1.5Gb/s supported, SATA 3.0 Compliant

  • Capacity

    250GB useable capacity

  • SMART Attributes

    Standard

  • Native Command Queuing

    Up to 32 commands

  • RoHS Compliant

    Yes

  • Format

    Unformatted

  • TRIM Support

    OS Dependent

  • Sequential Reads (Compressible Data)

    Up to 522MB/s

  • Sequential Writes (Compressible Data)

    Up to 463MB/s

  • Sequential Reads (Incompressible Data)

    Up to 506MB/s

  • Sequential Writes (Incompressible Data)

    Up to 443MB/s

  • Random 4K Read

    Up to 90,000 IOPS

  • Random 4K Write

    Up to 60,000 IOPS

  • Active Power

    2.1W

  • Idle Power

    0.9W

  • Operating Temperature

    0 to 70 deg. C (32 to 158 deg. F)

  • Non-Operating Temperature

    -40 to 85 deg. C (-40 to 185 deg. F)

  • Dimensions (HxWxL)

    Maximum: 7 x 70.06 x 100.12mm (0.28 x 2.76 x 3.94")

  • Weight

    77g (2.72 oz) (Approx.) (+/- 2 grams)

About OWC Mercury Electra 6G

Just imagine the power and speed at your fingertips with the Mercury Electra 6G 250GB SATA III 2.5" Internal SSD. This high-performance SSD is designed with the latest flash NAND and controller technology, harnessing the power of SLC and 3D NAND for enduring, energy-efficient performance. It's the perfect blend of speed and reliability, meeting the needs of demanding everyday computer users.

The Mercury Electra SSD boasts an array of industry-leading controller technologies that enhance both performance and reliability. Its global wear leveling algorithms automatically distribute data evenly, managing the program/erase count to maximize the lifespan of your SSD. The StaticDataRefresh feature manages free space, gradually refreshing data across the SSD over time to prevent data corruption.

This SSD also features Hardware BCH ECC, which corrects errors up to 66-bit/1KB, ensuring superior data retention and extending the drive's life. With support for S.M.A.R.T and TRIM commands, the Mercury Electra SSD is designed to maintain optimal performance and longevity.

The Mercury Electra 6G 250GB SATA III 2.5" Internal SSD is not just about performance; it's also about efficiency. It offers standby power benefits that extend battery life, making it an ideal choice for laptop users who are always on the go.

This 6G SATA SSD delivers fast, reliable performance, making it an excellent choice for a hard drive upgrade. It's compatible with any Mac, PC, or enclosure that supports 2.5" SATA drives and can accommodate a 7mm drive height. With sequential reads up to 506MB/s and random reads up to 90K IOPS, the Mercury Electra 6G SSD delivers unbeatable performance.

As an internal storage solution, the Mercury Electra SSD offers quiet, cool operation. With no moving parts, it's a highly rugged storage solution that provides near-instantaneous system response. Experience the difference with the Mercury Electra 6G 250GB SATA III 2.5" Internal SSD, the perfect blend of speed, capacity, and reliability.

OWC Mercury Electra 6G Features

  • High-performance Mercury Electra 6G 250GB SATA III 2.5" Internal SSD for fast, reliable data storage
  • Utilizes the latest flash NAND and controller technology for power-efficient performance
  • Features global wear leveling algorithms and StaticDataRefresh for data longevity and corruption prevention
  • Hardware BCH ECC corrects errors up to 66-bit/1KB for superior data retention
  • Supports S.M.A.R.T and TRIM commands for optimal performance and longevity
  • Offers standby power benefits to extend battery life, ideal for laptop users on the go
  • Suitable as an internal hard drive upgrade for any Mac, PC, or enclosure supporting 2.5" SATA drives
  • Delivers sequential reads up to 506MB/s and random reads up to 90K IOPS for unbeatable performance
  • Quiet, cool operation with no moving parts, providing a highly rugged storage solution
  • Near-instantaneous system response for an enhanced user experience

Key Features

  • Utilizes the latest flash NAND and controller technology for power-efficient performance
  • Hardware BCH ECC corrects errors up to 66-bit/1KB for superior data retention
  • Supports S.M.A.R.T and TRIM commands for optimal performance and longevity
  • Offers standby power benefits to extend battery life, ideal for laptop users on the go
  • Delivers sequential reads up to 506MB/s and random reads up to 90K IOPS for unbeatable performance
  • Quiet, cool operation with no moving parts, providing a highly rugged storage solution

What's in the box:

  • OWC Mercury Electra 6G 250GB 2.5 " Serial-ATA 6Gb/s 7mm Internal Solid State Drive
  • 9.5mm Adapter
  • OWC 3 Year Limited Warranty