Patriot: Ignite Series M2 SATA MLC SSD

Patriot Memory LLC announced its M2 Ignite SSD.

Its compact form factor is optimal for use in portable devices such as ultrabooks, notebooks and ultra-compact PC’s providing impeccable start up times, instant access to data and installed programs.

The Ignite M2’s Next-Generation-Form-Factor (NGFF) case free design and small structure of 22mm wide by 80mm long packs a punch, testing in with sequential read and write speeds of up to 560/320MB/s and 4KB random read and write speeds of up to 90,000/70,000 IO/s. It provides an upgrade solution for those with mobile computing devices looking to increase storage capacities.

“We are happy to announce the Ignite M2 addition to our family of SSD products,” Said Les Henry, VP engineering, Patriot. “With the Ignite M2, Patriot now offers a full range of SSDs, from 2.5″ SATA 3, to mSATA and now M.2.  The Ignite M2 drives are the perfect storage solution for those looking to build/upgrade their small form factor PCs.“

Powered by the new Phison S10 controller the M2 Ignite connects via M.2 SATA 6Gb/s interface to deliver solid performance and supports Windows 7, 8, 8.1, Vista, and Linux.

The Ignite M2 is backed by Patriot’s customer service and a three-year warranty.

To ensure the consistency and performance of the drive over its life time, it comes with features such as end-to-end data protection (ETEP), advanced wear-leveling, advanced Garbage collection, smartECC and Smart Refresh.

The Ignite M2 is compatible with most notebooks.

Specifications

• 240GB  and 480GB capacities
• Phison S10 Controller
• M.2 2280 Form Factor
• SATA III 6Gb/s Interface
• MLC NAND
• Up to 560MB/s Sequential Read Speed
• Up to 320MB/s Sequential Write Speed

The Ignite M2 SSD will be available at the beginning of May at select online and in-store retailers such as Fry’s Electronics, Amazon and Newegg for a starting MSRP of $109.99 for 240GB and $209.99 for 480GB.