Name: SSD-M2080-256GB-A01 QNAP 256GB SATA 6Gb/s M.2 2280 SSD Solid State Drive
Brand: QNAP
SKU: SSD-M2080-256GB-A01
Price: 197.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The QNAP 256GB SATA M.2 2280 SSD is a solid state drive designed to provide reliable storage with decent speed suitable for network storage devices and other SATA-enabled platforms. It fits the M.2 2280 slot commonly found in many NAS units and supports SATA 6Gb/s connections, making it a practical choice for users looking to boost performance without switching to NVMe technology.

General Information
Brand	QNAP
Part Number	SSD-M2080-256GB-A01

Technical Information
Capacity	256GB
Memory Technology	Triple-Level Cell (TLC)
Form Factor	M.2 2280
Interface	SATA 6GB/s
Cache	DRAM cache (on-board)
MTBF	2,000,000 hours
Hot Swappable	No
Hot Pluggable	No

Performance
Max Sequential Read	550 MB/s
Max Sequential Write	520 MB/s
Random Read	90,000 IOPS
Random Write	80,000 IOPS
Endurance (TBW)	150 TBW

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	3.5 x 22 x 80 mm
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This QNAP 256GB SATA M.2 2280 SSD provides quick and dependable storage ideal for expanding NAS capabilities or enhancing system performance. It offers a balance of speed and capacity suited for users needing reliable solid state storage in a compact design. Often found in network-attached storage setups, this drive is built for those who require faster boot times, quicker file access, and efficient handling of data-intensive applications. It’s a practical choice for small businesses or home users upgrading their storage solutions. Key Features Uses SATA 6Gb/s interface to maintain compatibility with a wide range of devices Compact M.2 2280 size fits easily into supported NAS units and motherboards 256GB capacity strikes a good balance between space and cost Solid state design delivers quieter operation and greater shock resistance than traditional drives Optimized for sustained performance under typical NAS workloads This SSD is typically deployed in QNAP NAS environments or other systems supporting M.2 SATA drives. It offers real-world benefits by reducing loading times and improving responsiveness when accessing stored data. Users often rely on it to enhance overall system reliability and speed without needing high-end NVMe options.

Use Cases
The QNAP 256GB SATA M.2 2280 SSD is commonly utilized in small to medium business NAS deployments and edge computing devices where cost-effective, reliable storage is essential. It is ideal for environments requiring consistent read/write operations without the complexity or expense of NVMe solutions, supporting a variety of data-intensive tasks with solid endurance. How It's Used: Enhancing storage responsiveness in SMB file servers hosting collaborative project data. Boosting caching performance in virtualization environments within remote office setups. Serving as primary storage in industrial automation NAS systems operating in constrained physical spaces. Providing reliable storage for surveillance data in mid-sized enterprise security deployments. Supporting database read/write workloads in business analytics platforms that rely on SATA-based storage. This SSD supports operational efficiency by delivering steady performance and durability suited for SATA-based NAS and storage clusters. Its compatibility with M.2 2280 form factor slots facilitates scalability in existing infrastructure without necessitating significant hardware upgrades.