With a form factor of M.2 2280 (80 × 22 x 3.5 mm), the compact and enclosure-free A55 M.2 2280 SSD fits perfectly into small and ultra-slim devices like ultrabooks, tablet computers, and mini PCs. Equipped with high-quality synchronous NAND flash chips and a SATA III 6Gb/s interface, the A55 M.2 2280 offers impressive read/write speeds of up to 560/530 MB/sec. So if you need a fast upgrade solution for everyday applications and multitasking demands, the A55 is the perfect answer. Intelligent SLC cache technology allows for even higher writing speeds, achieving lightning-fast transfer rates. Not only fast but also smart. Intel Smart Response Technology (ISRT) enables flexible computer configuration for better performance. This allows the most frequently used applications to be stored on the SSD without taking up the storage capacity of your hard drive. Simply combine a low-capacity SSD with a large hard drive, and you have an upgrade solution that significantly speeds up your PC. Monitor the performance of your SSD with the SP Toolbox available for free download. The software allows you to conduct performance tests and check the overall functionality of the A55 M.2 2280. Detailed information such as used storage space, device temperature, number of write cycles, etc., can also be obtained through the SP Toolbox. The A55 M.2 2280 supports TRIM, NCQ, and S.M.A.R.T. commands. Reliability and system stability are further ensured by built-in ECC (Error Correction Code), wear leveling technology, and bad block management.