New SSD Drives from Corsair

Author: Cássio Lima Date: May 4, 2010 - 9:24 AM PST Category: Storage More Info: http://www.corsair.com/products/ssd_nova/default.aspx Corsair has expanded its Nova SSD series with the launch of 32 GB and 256 GB models. These new 2.5” drives have 64 MB of cache, SATA-300 interface, supports TRIM (a feature present on Windows 7 that optimize SSD drive performance) and the 256 GB model provides read and write speeds of up to 250 MB/s and 195 MB/s, respectively, while the 32 GB model provides read and write speeds of up to 195 MB/s and 75 MB/s, respectively. No word on pricing. click to enlarge   click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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Toshiba Intros Hard Disks for Automotive Use

Author: Cássio Lima Date: April 15, 2010 - 1:28 PM PST Category: Storage More Info: http://www.toshiba.co.jp/about/press/2010_04/pr1502.htm Toshiba has introduced a hard disk drive series targeted to automotive applications, such as entertainment, navigation and telemetry. Two models were announced: 200 GB (MK2060GSC) and 100 GB (MK1060GSC). Both are 2.5” disks, have SATA-300 interface, present a 12 ms access time, have a single-platter design, work at 4,200 rpm, produce a maximum noise level of 23 dB and can work at an operating temperature range from -30º C to 85º C (-22º F to 185º F). These disks were made to work in altitudes ranging from -1,000 feet to 18,500 feet (-300 m to 5,650 m) and are shock- and vibration-resistant. No word on pricing and availability. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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Patriot Launches Zephyr SSD Series

Author: Cássio Lima Date: April 14, 2010 - 4:08 PM PST Category: Storage More Info: http://www.patriotmemory.com/company/news/newsp.jsp?source=196 Patriot has launched Zephyr series of 2.5” SSD drives. Available in 64 GB, 128 GB and 256 GB capacities, these new Patriot SSD units feature SATA-300 interface, make use of a JMicron JMF612 controller and provide read speed of up to 240 MB/s and write speed of up to 80 MB/s (64 GB model), 145 MB/s (128 GB model) or 180 MB/s (256 GB model). No word on pricing and availability. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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Seagate Launches Disk with Paramount Movies

Author: Cássio Lima Date: April 13, 2010 - 5:28 AM PST Category: Storage More Info: http://www.seagate.com/ww/v/index.jsp?locale=en-US&name=freeagent-... Seagate, in partnership with Paramount Digital Entertainment, has launched FreeAgent Go portable hard disk drive (500 GB, 2.5”) that comes pre-loaded with 21 movies (all protected with DRM). As everybody knows there is no “free lunch”, from these 21 movies only one is for free, Star Trek 2009. To watch the other 20 movies you have to buy a license key that costs between USD 9.99 and USD 14.99. Below you can see a list of the movies included in FreeAgent Go hard disk drive. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button GI Joe Shooter The Hunt for Red October The Italian Job (2003) Ghost Patriot Games Beowulf Enemy at the Gates The Spiderwick Chronicles The Love Guru Coach Carter The Manchurian Candidate (2004) Nacho Libre Jackass 2.5 A Plumm Summer Carriers Dance Flick Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (1) top

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New Super Talent SSD Series

Author: Cássio Lima Date: April 9, 2010 - 12:02 PM PST Category: Storage More Info: http://www.supertalent.com/home/press_view.php?prid=7ef605fc8dba5425d6... Super Talent has just brought to the market VSDD 2.5” solid state drive series. Comprised with 8 GB (FTM8GL25V), 16 GB (FTM16GL25V), 32 GB (FTM32GL25V) and 64 GB (FTM64GL25V) models, these new SSD units from Super Talent feature SATA-300 interface, make use of NAND flash memory chips and provide read and write speeds of up to 150 MB/s and 100 MB/s, respectively (90 MB/s and 30 MB/s on 8 GB and 16 GB models. Prices range from about USD 65 for the 8 GB model to around USD 175 for the 64 GB model. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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New VelociRaptor Hard Disks from Western Digital

Author: Cássio Lima Date: April 6, 2010 - 12:53 PM PST Category: Storage More Info: http://www.wdc.com/en/company/releases/PressRelease.asp?release=0a7f86... Western Digital has expanded its VelociRaptor hard disk drive line-up with the launch of 450 GB and 600 GB models. These new disks have SATA-600 interface, 32 MB of cache, work at 10,000 rpm and are available in 2.5” and 3.5” (installed in a case called IcePack that acts as a heatsink) versions. 3.5” models of 450 GB and 600 GB with IcePack are priced at USD 299 and USD 329, respectively. 2.5” models will reach the market soon.     Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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Toshiba Announces 750 GB and 1 TB 2.5“ Hard Disk Drives

Author: Cássio Lima Date: March 25, 2010 - 11:52 AM PST Category: Storage More Info: http://www.toshiba.co.jp/about/press/2010_03/pr2501.htm Toshiba has expanded their offer of 2.5” hard disk drives for use in laptops with the launch of two models: MK7559GSXP (750 GB) and MK1059GSM (1 TB). Both feature SATA-300 interface, work at 5,400 rpm, have 8 MB buffer and an access time of 12 ms. No word on pricing and availability. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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Intel Launches 40 GB X25-V SSD Drive

Author: Cássio Lima Date: March 15, 2010 - 9:43 AM PST Category: Storage More Info: http://www.intel.com/pressroom/archive/releases/2010/20100315comp.htm Intel has just officially launched 40 GB X25-V SSD drive. It is a 2.5” unit that features MLC memory chips and has SATA-300 interface and provides speeds of up to 170 MB/s and 35 MB/s, respectively. This SSD drive is priced at US$ 125 in 1,000-unit quantities. click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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OCZ Announces 32 GB Onyx SSD Unit

Author: Cássio Lima Date: March 10, 2010 - 12:08 PM PST Category: Storage More Info: http://www.ocztechnology.com/aboutocz/press/2010/366 OCZ has just announced the launch of 32 GB Onyx SSD unit. This is a 2.5” unit featuring MLC memory chips, an Indilinx Amigos controller, SATA-300 interface, 64 MB of cache and that provides read and write speeds of up to 125 MB/s and 70 MB/s, respectively. 32 GB Onyx SSD drive has a suggested price of USD 99. click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (2) top

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Corsair Launches Force SSD Drive

Author: Cássio Lima Date: March 4, 2010 - 4:17 AM PST Category: Storage More Info: http://www.corsair.com/products/ssd_force/default.aspx?utm_source=Cors... Corsair has officially launched Force SSD drive. It is a 2.5” unit available in 100 GB and 200 GB capacities that features MLC memory chips, a SandForce SF-1200 controller, SATA-300 interface and presents read and write speeds of up to 285 MB/s and 275 MB/s, respectively. These units come with a 2.5”-to-3.5” adapter. No word on pricing and availability. click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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