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SAMSUNG MZ-VKW5120 512GB M.2 2280 Nvme accessory
512 GB M.2 2280 NVMe solid-state drive with PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface
- 512 GB capacity stores large files and applications
- PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface delivers fast data transfer
- M.2 2280 form factor fits compatible laptop slots
- NVMe protocol reduces latency for responsive performance
- Samsung SM961 series built for reliable solid-state storage
Samsung SM961 512GB NVMe M.2 2280 SSD
This Samsung SM961 solid-state drive provides 512GB of storage in an M.2 2280 form factor. It connects through a PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface using NVMe protocol. The drive carries part number 861960-003 and firmware CXA74H0Q.
Suits HP systems requiring the 861960-003 part
This drive matches the exact part number used in specific HP configurations. Buyers who need a different capacity or a different manufacturer part number should verify compatibility before purchasing. The item ships without cables or manuals.
PCI Express 3.0 x4 NVMe interface
The drive operates on a PCI Express 3.0 x4 link with NVMe signalling. Systems limited to PCI Express 2.0 or to legacy AHCI protocols will not achieve the intended performance or may not recognise the drive. Confirm the slot specification before ordering.
Highlights
- 512 GB capacity stores large files and applications
- PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface delivers fast data transfer
- M.2 2280 form factor fits compatible laptop slots
- NVMe protocol reduces latency for responsive performance
- Samsung SM961 series built for reliable solid-state storage
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
Should I choose the SM961 512GB M.2 2280 NVMe drive or a different capacity?
The SM961 series in this listing is the 512GB M.2 2280 NVMe model with PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface and CXA74H0Q firmware.
What does the 512GB capacity mean for real-world storage on this NVMe drive?
The 512GB SM961 NVMe SSD provides 512GB of MLC storage over a PCI Express 3.0 x4 link in the M.2 2280 form factor.
How does the PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface limit this NVMe SSD in practice?
The drive uses a PCI Express 3.0 x4 NVMe connection, so throughput is capped by the Gen 3 x4 lane bandwidth available on the host platform.
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