SSD-kiintolevy Transcend 16 GB mSATA Serial ATA III TS16GMSA370S

Transcend's 370S mSATA SSD TS16GMSA370S is a compact 16 GB Solid State Drive that uses the SATA III 6Gb/s interface. Designed for space-constrained systems, this mSATA drive provides solid read and write performance with a maximum sequential read speed of 140 MB/s and a sequential write speed of 30 MB/s. The drive uses MLC flash and a dedicated controller to balance performance and durability for laptop and portable device storage upgrades.

Advantages

The mSATA form factor allows installation in Ultrabooks, tablet PCs and slim servers where space is limited. SATA III interface and an optimized controller deliver faster data access compared with older SATA generations. MLC NAND flash improves endurance and data retention compared with lower-grade memory types, while the small weight supports lightweight device applications.

Suitable for

• Upgrading storage in Ultrabooks and ultraportable laptops
• Space-restricted tablet PCs and compact systems
• Embedded or slim server storage where mSATA is supported

Key specifications

• Brand: TRANSCEND
• Model: TS16GMSA370S
• Capacity: 16 GB
• Form factor: mSATA
• Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s)
• Sequential read speed: up to 140 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 30 MB/s
• Flash type: MLC
• Weight: 0.008 kg

How to use

Power off the host device and locate the mSATA slot. Carefully insert the TS16GMSA370S into the mSATA connector at an angle, then press down and secure it with the mounting screw. Power on the device, enter the system BIOS or OS disk management utility to verify detection, and initialize or format the drive as required before use.

Recommendations

Use this SSD as a system or secondary drive in devices that explicitly support mSATA. Ensure your device supports SATA III to maximize performance; otherwise the drive will operate at the host interface's maximum supported speed. Back up important data regularly and follow the host manufacturer's instructions for firmware updates and secure mounting.