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Transcend Announces New SATA III 6Gb/s SSD720 as the Ultimate System Upgrade

February 2nd, 2012
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Transcend Information, Inc. (Transcend), a worldwide leader in storage and multimedia products, today announced the launch of its new next generation SSD720 SATA III 6Gb/s solid state drive (SSD) that delivers significantly improved computer performance over standard rotating hard drives. Designed with multitasking power users in mind, the productivity-enhancing SSD720 is the ideal solution for demanding system applications, such as specialized multimedia computing and advanced gaming.

Enhanced Performance
Combining the latest SATA III 6Gb/s specification with a powerful SandForce-Driven controller, the SSD720 is able to offer incredible transfer speeds of up to 550MB/s read and 500MB/s write, taking a mere 15 seconds to transfer a 5GB DVD. This ultra-fast speed translates into significantly faster system boot up, application launch speed, data transfers, and overall system responsiveness. Moreover, support for Native Command Queuing (NCQ), increases the performance and efficiency of the SSD720 by optimizing the order in which received read and write commands are executed.

High-End Applications
Featuring a tough yet lightweight metal outer case, the SSD720 boasts a super slim thickness of just 7mm to address the size limitations of today’s modern Ultrabooks, notebooks, and other thin and light form factor devices. Although smaller in size, the 7mm SSD720 uses the same SATA connector used on a 2.5” hard disk drive (HDD) and is backwards compatible with SATA II/I (3Gbps/1.5Gbps) interface. Built with reliable NAND flash memory that contains no moving parts, the SSD720 not only provides resistance from shock and vibration, but also offers low power consumption and cool, silent operation to greatly benefit notebook users with increased efficiency and longer battery runtime.

Built-In Reliability
For Windows 7 users, the SSD720 fully supports the TRIM command to automatically remove deleted data permanently, helping to maintain optimum write speeds and prevent long-term SSD wear. For operating systems that do not support the TRIM command, the SSD720 utilizes an intelligent garbage collection algorithm for advanced free space management. To further increase the lifespan of the SSD, built-in wear-leveling and Error Correction Code (ECC) ensure reliable data transfer, while full support of the S.M.A.R.T. command helps detect possible hard drive failures before they occur.

Transcend’s SSD720 is available in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB capacities, and backed by a three-year warranty.

Source:http://wccftech.com/transcend-announces-sata-iii-6gbs-ssd720-ultimate-system-upgrade/

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New HyperDuo-Powered SATA Controller from Marvell Super Charges Your Storage Scheme

January 10th, 2012
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Marvell is doing some magnificent things in the storage space lately. Hot on the heels of co-developing the “Kilimanjaro” native PCIe to NAND flash controller platform with OCZ (demonstrated via OCZ’s new Z-Drive R5, which we covered the announcement here), Marvell on Monday unveiled its 88SE9230 6Gbps SATA controller powered by HyperDuo embedded processor technology.

This new controller replaces Marvell’s previous one and offers twice the performance, capacity, and scalability as before. What’s neat about this controller is that it supports up to four ports for SSD and HDD connectivity, and if you hook up both kinds of drives, it will intelligently manage your data so that you receive up to 80 percent of the performance of your SSD while leveraging 100 percent of your HDD. Sound familiar? It’s essentially a hybrid storage solution, but at the chipset level and with a few tricks up its sleeve, like on-the-fly 128/256-bit AES encryption and RAID support.

Configured with one hard drive and multiple SSDs, HyperDuo uses intelligent algorithms to automatically migrate hot data to the SSD while enabling all data to be safely stored on a larger capacity SATA SSD for higher input/output operations per second (IOPS), throughput, and capacity, Marvell explains. “The Marvell 88SE9235 can be used for embedded platform applications such as home NAS/media servers, DVR/NVR, and set-top boxes, or by HBA vendors to develop their own RAID software or in-box OS drivers.”

Source:http://hothardware.com/News/New-HyperDuoPowered-SATA-Controller-from-Marvell-Super-Charges-Your-Storage-Scheme/

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NZXT Energizes With New HALE82 PSU Series

December 1st, 2011
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Looking to piece together a new PC? You’ll need some power. NZXT has just issued their HALE82 PSU series, complete with 80+ Bronze Certification operating with high efficiency: at 20%, 50%, and 100% loads, efficiencies are 82%, 85%, and 82% respectively. It’s equipped with a 120mm two-ball bearing fan, high quality 100% Japanese solid state capacitors, and a simple, understated black design. They’re priced between $109.99 (650W) and $139.99 (850W).

NZXT, a company built on realizing the dreams of gamers worldwide, is proud to announce the HALE82 PSU line. Following the successful launch of HALE90, HALE82 delivers enthusiasts and gamers with 80+ Bronze Certification operating with high efficiency: at 20%, 50%, and 100% loads, efficiencies are 82%, 85%, and 82% respectively. Its simple 120mm two-ball bearing fan delivers smooth, silent rotation and optimal air intake with whisper-quiet operation.

NZXT selected premium materials with high quality 100% Japanese solid state capacitors and components promote longer lifespan and better reliability. The HALE 82’s modular design includes a selection of flat cables that allow enthusiasts to maximize cable management and airflow within the chassis. Safety precautions are paramount with protection for voltage, current, power, temperature, under voltage, and short circuit.

NZXT is also introducing a very unique Less Than Three PSU service program. US and Canadian customers are entitled to NZXT’s industry-leading risk-free guarantee. Should your PSU be defective, simply send it back with a prepaid return label and NZXT will send you a fresh replacement direct to your door step.

“HALE 82 is a great blend of high level efficiency, premium components, and safe, simple operation” said Johnny Hou, Founder and Product Manager at NZXT. “That coupled with NZXT’s game-changing PSU service program make this a truly distinct offering for enthusiasts.”

Source:http://hothardware.com/News/NZXT-Energizes-With-New-HALE82-PSU-Series/

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VIA Stuffs 1GHz C7 CPU And VX900 Into EPIA-M720 Mini-ITX Mobo

September 30th, 2011
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Embedded systems just aren’t what they used to be. And by that, we mean that they’re far more potent and useful to the masses than they were just a few years back, when they were only powerful enough to handle mundane enterprise chores and the like. VIA has been capitalizing on the uptick in power and power efficiency lately, and their newest board is living proof. The next-gen EPIA-M720 Mini-ITX motherboard features the VIA VX900 MSP, and acts as the upgrade to the EPIA-LN. There’s DDR3 and SATA II support, as well as a VIA 1GHz C7 processor coupled with the VA VX900 all-in-one media system processor.

All combined, what you’re left with is a small footprint that’s plenty powerful to chew through most HD video, and there’s even HDMI support for carputers or small HTPCs. Measuring just 17cm x 17cm the VIA EPIA-M720 features the 1.0GHz VIA C7 processor for fanless configurations with ultra low power requirements. The VIA C7 processor is combined with the VIA VX900 MSP, supporting up to 4GB of DDR3 1066 DIMM system memory and featuring the VIA ChromotionHD 2.0 video processor. The VIA EPIA-M720 also adds support for Windows 7 and Windows Embedded 7 operating systems.

Rear panel I/O includes two PS/2 ports (KB/MS), one HDMI port, one VGA port, one COM port, one Gigabit LAN port, two USB 2.0 ports and three audio jacks. An onboard PCI slot is accompanied with two SATA II connectors, an additional COM port, a further three USB 2.0 pin headers for 6 USB ports (including two optional ports), SPDIF out, one pin header for LPT and an SMBus header. There’s no word on pricing just yet, but it should be hitting retailers soon.

Source:http://hothardware.com/News/VIA-Stuffs-1GHz-C7-CPU-And-VX900-Into-EPIAM720-MiniITX-Mobo/

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SATA-IO Reveals SATA Express, µSSD Interfaces

August 11th, 2011
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On Tuesday, the Serial ATA International Organization (SATA-IO) made two announcements: the development of a new SATA Express specification that combines SATA software infrastructure with a PCI Express (PCIe) interface, and the SATA μSSD specification for producing a single-chip SATA implementation for embedded storage solutions.

On the SATA Express front, the new technology will provide a cost-effective means to increase device interface speeds to 8 Gb/s and 16 Gb/s – SSDs and hybrid drives will likely benefit the most. Devices that don’t require the speed produced by SATA Express will continue to rely on the current SATA technology.

“The SATA Express specification provides SSD and hybrid drive manufacturers the advantages of performance and scalability enabled by PCIe 3.0 – which is available now – and the ubiquity of SATA,” said Mladen Luksic, SATA-IO president. “We expect the SATA Express specification to be completed by the end of 2011.”

As for SATA μSSD, this new keyboard-challenged specification defines a new electrical pin-out that allows SATA to be delivered using a single ball grid array (BGA) package. As defined by the SATA-IO, the BGA package sits directly on the motherboard, supporting the SATA interface without a connecting module. By eliminating the connector, the μSSD standard enables the physically smallest SATA implementation to date, making it an ideal solution for embedding storage in small form factor devices like tablets and other small computing devices.

“The SATA μSSD standard is a significant industry achievement that brings high-performance SSD storage in a BGA form factor,” said Kevin Conley, senior vice president, client storage solutions, SanDisk. “This is enabling OEM designs of new super-thin Ultrabooks and tablets with high SATA performance.”

Tuesday during the Flash Memory Summit taking place in Santa Clara, Sandisk revealed that it already integrated the new specification into its postage stamp-sized line of iSSD chips.

“The BGA package sits directly on the motherboard, allowing for form factors as small as 16mm x 20mm x 1.2mm (up to 32 GB)/1.4mm (for 64 GB) and 16mm x 20mm x 1.85mm (for 128 GB),” the company during the show. “The SanDisk iSSD i100 SSD is available in 8 GB to 128 GB capacities, offering OEMs a flexible range of storage options.”

Source:http://www.tomshardware.com/news/SATA-Express-uSSD-SATA-IO-PCIe-Mladen-Luksic,13203.html

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Samsung Announces New SATA 3.0 6 Gb/s SSDs

August 11th, 2011
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Samsung Electronics just announced volume production of SSDs that support the SATA 3.0 (6Gb/s), with new high-performance PM830 SSDs up to 512 GB densities. The new drives are expected to replace SATA 3Gb/s-based SSDs by year-end.

“Samsung’s new line up of advanced SSDs will raise the performance bar to the next level for ultra-slim notebooks and tablets and accelerate growth of the market for high-performance SSDs,” said Wanhoon Hong, executive vice president, memory sales & marketing, Device Solutions, Samsung Electronics. “The industry is expected to quickly embrace SATA 6Gb/s-based SSDs, which also will help increase market interest in 256GB and higher densities significantly,” he added.

Samsung claims that its new 6Gb/s SSDs shortens system boot-up time to about 10 seconds, while its high-performance allows users to download up to five DVD video files in less than a minute. The drives also feature an AES 256-bit encryption algorithm

The new SSDs utilizes Samsung’s 20 nm class 32 Gb MLC NAND memory chip incorporating the toggle DDR interface with a proprietary NAND controller. This allows Samsung’s new SSD to boast sequential read speeds of 500 megabytes per second (MB/s) and sequential write speeds of 350MB/s.

Samsung’s SATA 6Gb/s SSDs are available in 512GB, 256GB and 128GB densities.

Source:http://www.tomshardware.com/news/solid_state_drives-sata-ssd-samsung-nand,13209.html

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Team Group Announces Xtreem S2 SATA 6 Gb/s SSD

August 9th, 2011
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Team Group Inc. officially announced the Xtreem SSD family’s second SATA3 super high-speed solid state drive – Xtreem S2. In addition to the outstanding performance and energy-saving abilities, the Xtreem S2 SSD features customized product positioning and market strategy in accordance with the need of mainstream enthusiasts, allowing enthusiasts to enjoy the speedy pleasure of extreme performance at an economical price.

In consideration of the rapidly growing need for performance-oriented SSD on the mainstream market, Team Group roll out Team Xtreem S2, offering high quality at preferential price, based on on the mission of SSD promotion, and the core product concept of high cost-performance ratio. Team Xtreem S2 achieves max read speed of 550 MB/s and max write speed of 520 MB/s With high performance and a more competitive price which compared to other SSD products on the market, Team Group show their determination to introduce its high-speed SATA3 device to all power users.

In addition to inherit the Xtreem family’s excellent tradition of high speed and high stability, Team Xtreem S2 also integrated Team Group’s innovation in research and development and four major optimization technologies including TRIM Command, Garbage Collection, DuraWrite and Wear Leveling. It not only has much longer lifespan than other SSD devices, also accomplishes the supreme enthusiast’s ambition. Team Xtreem S2 is definitely the best choice for enthusiasts to DIY computers and upgrade laptops.

Team Group Inc. is a leading manufacturer of memory storage products, and provides the ultimate solution to satisfy consumer need for storing and sharing media and data. Team Group offers a 2 Years warranty and repair/replacement service on all SSD products.

Source:http://www.hardwarecanucks.com/news/storage-news/team-group-announces-xtreem-s2-sata-6-gbs-ssd/

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