Kingston SSDNow V (Gen 2) 30 GB Solid State Drive Review @ [Tech ARP]

21Aug2010
Submitted by: The BURNED iN Crew

 

Kingston launched their second-generation SSDNow V series on January 11, 2010. The new SSDNow V solid state drives feature TRIM support in Windows 7, better performance and come in 3 capacities - 128 GB, 64 GB and 30 GB.

Kingston lists these as the SSDNow V's key features :
  

·    Innovative - Uses MLC NAND flash memory components.

·    Silent - Runs silent and cool with no moving mechanical parts.

·    Shock Resistant - No moving mechanical parts so the SSD handles rougher conditions.

·    Supports TRIM - TRIM notifies the SSD which data blocks are available to be written to.

·    Supports S.M.A.R.T. - Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology to help maintain a healthy drive.

·    Guaranteed - 3 year legendary Kingston warranty, 24/7 tech support.
 

In this review, we will be looking at Kingston's desktop upgrade kit for the second-generation 30 GB Kingston SSDNow V solid state drive. Let's find out how well this drive performs!

 

Link : http://www.techarp.com/showarticle.aspx?artno=687

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