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SKU : 5121M16
512GB storage capacity
Up to 550MB/s sequential read speed
SATA III 6Gb/s interface
2.5-inch 7mm form factor
3D NAND flash technology
Faster boot times and application loading
Shock-resistant solid-state design
Vibration-resistant construction
Energy-efficient operation
Suitable for laptops and desktops
MTBF of up to 1 million hours
256TB Total Bytes Written (TBW)
0°C to 70°C operating temperature
Lightweight 34g design
Limited manufacturer warranty
The Lexar NS100 512GB 2.5-inch SATA III SSD is a reliable internal solid-state drive designed to upgrade laptops and desktop computers with faster storage performance. Replacing a traditional hard drive with the NS100 significantly improves boot times, application launches, and file transfers while reducing power consumption. Built with 3D NAND flash memory and a slim 7mm profile, it fits most modern laptops and desktops. Its durable solid-state construction also provides improved resistance to shocks and vibrations, making it an excellent everyday storage solution for work, school, and home computing.
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Product |
Price in Kenya |
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Lexar NS100 512GB 2.5-inch SATA III SSD |
KSh 5,500 – 8,500 Approx. |
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Specification |
Details |
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Model |
Lexar NS100 512GB |
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Capacity |
512GB |
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Form Factor |
2.5-inch |
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Drive Height |
7mm |
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Interface |
SATA III 6Gb/s |
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NAND Flash |
3D NAND |
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Sequential Read Speed |
Up to 550MB/s |
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TBW |
256TB |
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MTBF |
Up to 1 Million Hours |
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Operating Temperature |
0°C to 70°C |
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Storage Temperature |
-40°C to 85°C |
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Shock Resistance |
1500G |
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Weight |
Approximately 34g |
Up to 550MB/s sequential read speed.
Faster Windows boot times.
Quick application launches.
Improved file transfer performance.
Better responsiveness than traditional hard drives.
Energy-efficient operation.
Reliable everyday performance.
Suitable for home and office computing.
Optimized for laptop and desktop upgrades.
SATA III 6Gb/s connectivity.
3D NAND flash technology.
Shock-resistant solid-state design.
Vibration-resistant construction.
Energy-efficient operation.
Fast operating system loading.
Improved application responsiveness.
Plug-and-play replacement for compatible SATA drives.
Reliable long-term storage.
Low-maintenance SSD technology.
Slim 7mm profile.
Standard 2.5-inch form factor.
Lightweight 34g construction.
Durable solid-state build.
No moving parts.
Shock-resistant design.
Vibration-resistant construction.
Suitable for laptops and desktops.
SATA III 6Gb/s interface.
Backward compatible with SATA II.
Compatible with SATA laptops.
Compatible with SATA desktop PCs.
Standard 2.5-inch mounting.
Suitable for internal storage upgrades.
Fast wired data transfer.
Easy installation in compatible systems.
Laptop performance upgrades.
Desktop storage upgrades.
Faster Windows boot drives.
Office productivity systems.
Student laptops.
Home computing.
Everyday file storage.
Replacing aging hard drives.
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Pros |
Cons |
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Up to 550MB/s read speed |
SATA interface is slower than NVMe SSDs |
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Larger 512GB storage capacity |
Internal installation required |
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Slim 7mm form factor |
Write speed varies by workload |
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Shock and vibration resistant |
SATA cable required for desktop installation |
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Energy-efficient operation |
Not suitable for PCIe-only slots |
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3D NAND technology |
Maximum performance depends on the host system |
It is designed to upgrade laptops and desktops with faster storage performance, improving boot times, application loading, and file transfers.
The SSD delivers sequential read speeds of up to 550MB/s.
Yes. Its 2.5-inch 7mm form factor makes it compatible with most laptops that support SATA drives.
Yes. It works with desktop PCs that have a SATA III connection and a compatible mounting bay.
It uses a SATA III 6Gb/s interface and is backward compatible with SATA II systems.
Yes. Since it has no moving parts, it offers better resistance to shocks and vibrations than traditional hard drives.
The 512GB model has a Total Bytes Written (TBW) rating of approximately 256TB.
The SSD has a slim 7mm profile, making it suitable for many modern laptops.
The approximate market price ranges from KSh 5,500 to KSh 8,500, depending on the seller and warranty.
The Lexar NS100 512GB 2.5-inch SATA III SSD is an excellent storage upgrade for users looking to improve laptop or desktop performance with a larger capacity drive. Its up to 550MB/s read speed, 3D NAND technology, slim 7mm design, shock-resistant construction, and energy-efficient operation make it a practical choice for students, office users, home users, and professionals replacing an older hard drive with a faster and more reliable SSD.
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