SanDisk Extends SSD Line-up for Consumers and PC Makers

SanDisk Corporation expanded its SSD portfolio with the addition of three new models – the high-performance Extreme II SSD for technology enthusiasts and gamers, as well as two new OEM SSDs designed to enable cutting-edge notebooks and tablets.

All of the new SSDs introduced by SanDisk are built with the company’s 19nm manufacturing process technology and rely on SanDisk’s intelligent flash memory architecture. This combination enables to create SSDs that are responsive, reliable and energy-efficient1.

SanDisk will be showcasing its full SSD line-up at the company’s booth at Computex Taipei on June 4-8, 2013.

"Today, we again raised the bar by bringing our latest technology innovations to a new generation of SSDs that address the most demanding computing needs," said Kevin Conley, SVP and GM of client storage solutions, SanDisk. "The SanDisk Extreme II SSD, our fastest and most responsive SATA III SSD to date, is a great option for gamers, PC enthusiasts or any consumers who want to get the most from their computing experience. And, we’ve enhanced two of our most popular OEM SSDs to enable PC makers to push the boundaries of computing even further. These new SSD products reaffirm the standard set by SanDisk for performance, reliability and flexibility."

Extreme II SSD for Responsive and Reliable Performance
The fast Extreme II SSD improves data-transfer, application launching, and boot-up and shut-down times for notebook computers and desktops. Leveraging 19nm flash memory and proprietary high-performance tiered system architecture (which includes the company’s nCache acceleration technology), it brings a fast and enjoyable user experience to data-intensive multimedia applications, such as digital music and photography experiences. For gamers, the SSD enables quick game loading and enhances gameplay.

• Speed: The Extreme II is faster than the original Extreme SSD, delivering up to 550MB/s sequential read and 510MB/s sequential write speeds, and up to 95,000 random read IO/s and 78,000 random write IO/s.
• Reliability: As SanDisk’s fourth-generation retail SSD, it delivers reliability. it is qualified to deliver 80TB written (TBW) over its lifetime. It comes with a five-year limited warranty5 with purchase.
• Pricing and Availability: The new SSD is available in 120GB, 240GB and 480GB6capacities at $129.99, $229.99 and $439.99 MSRP respectively.

New SSD Models and Form Factors for OEMs
SanDisk also broadened its line-up of SSDs for PC makers. Bringing advanced 19nm technology to SanDisk’s form factors and computing capabilities, they are designed to bring performance, capacity and advanced power management to ultra-thin notebooks and tablets.

The new SSD products and form factors include:

• U110 SSD: The cost-effective and responsive SSD solution is available in multiple formats to accommodate computing device designs including half-slim SATA, mSATA, mSATA mini, 2.5" cased and M.2.
• iSSD i110 integrated storage device: The company’s smallest solid state device, the i110 iSSD delivers up to 128GB of digital storage in a compact BGA form factor. The solution is for use in thin and light mobile computing devices, and many ‘convertible’ laptops, which offer both tablet and notebook functionality. Its integrated storage device is available in both 16x20mm and 12x16mm form factors.
• X110 SSD in mSATA form factor: The recently introduced X110 SSD is available in the mSATA format and can be purchased in 32GB, 64GB, 128GB and 256GB capacities.

The new mSATA version of the X110 SSD is also available through the company’s worldwide distribution channel, "SanDisk for Business" offering OEM and enterprise-grade SSDs to VARs, system integrators and direct market resellers.