SanDisk has launched a new lineup of NAS-focused SSDs in India, catering to home users, small businesses, and creative professionals. The two models introduced are the NAS 600 SATA SSD and the NAS 800 NVMe SSD, both engineered for reliable, high-performance storage in network-attached storage (NAS) environments.
NAS 600 SATA SSD: Affordable Upgrades for Existing Systems
The NAS 600 SATA SSD is designed as a drop-in replacement for traditional hard drives in older NAS units. It comes in a 2.5-inch, 7mm form factor and fits into 3.5-inch drive bays without additional adapters. Key specifications include:
- Read speeds up to 560 MB/s
- Capacities from 500GB to 4TB
- Top endurance of 2,500 TBW (for the 4TB model)
- Suitable for storage expansion or cache duties
NAS 800 NVMe SSD: High-Speed Performance for Demanding Workloads
The NAS 800 NVMe SSD targets heavier workloads such as databases, virtual machines, AI processing, and content creation. It leverages PCIe 5.0 in an M.2 2280 form factor. Highlights include:
- Capacities from 960GB up to 7.68TB
- Maximum read speed of 14,900 MB/s
- Maximum write speed of 13,200 MB/s (actual speeds vary by model)
- Endurance rating of up to 14 PBW for the top SKU
Both SSDs are optimized for 24/7 operation in NAS systems, providing consistent performance and reliability. SanDisk states that the new drives will be available from September through its official channels and select retailers.
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