Description

Expert Features

Enterprise-Grade PCIe Gen4 Speed : Unleash blistering storage performance with PCIe Gen4 x4 bandwidth delivering up to 3,800MB/s read and 3,200MB/s write speeds for industrial systems, servers, workstations, AI deployments, and high-end gaming rigs.
Hardware AES 256 Encryption : Built-in self-encrypting drive (SED) architecture secures sensitive enterprise data using hardware-level AES 256-bit encryption without hammering CPU performance.
TCG Opal 2.0 Certified Security : Fully compliant with TCG Opal 2.0 and IEEE 1667 standards for enterprise-grade endpoint protection and Microsoft® eDrive compatibility.
112-Layer 3D NAND Flash : Advanced high-density NAND architecture boosts endurance, stability, efficiency, and long-term reliability for mission-critical workloads.
Industrial Reliability Engineering : Featuring anti-sulfur resistors, Corner Bond technology, and ultra-durable 30µ” gold finger PCB construction for harsh industrial environments.
Extended Temperature Stability : Engineered to operate reliably between -20°C to 75°C, making it suitable for embedded systems, industrial PCs, edge computing, and rugged deployments.
DRAM Cache Acceleration : Dedicated DRAM cache dramatically improves random access performance, multitasking responsiveness, and sustained heavy-load operations.
LDPC ECC Data Protection : Integrated LDPC ECC technology actively corrects errors and protects data integrity under demanding workloads.
High Endurance Enterprise SSD : Rated for up to 4,000TBW and 3 million hours MTBF, this SSD is built like a tank for 24/7 deployment scenarios.
Compact Universal M.2 2280 Design : Standard M.2 2280 form factor ensures broad compatibility with enterprise motherboards, industrial systems, compact PCs, NAS units, and modern desktop platforms supporting NVMe PCIe drives.
Smart Monitoring Support : S.M.A.R.T. monitoring functionality allows health tracking, diagnostics, and predictive maintenance for enterprise environments.
Dynamic Thermal Throttling : Intelligent thermal management protects the SSD from overheating while maintaining stable sustained performance during heavy transfers.

Expert Specs

Specification	Details
Brand	Transcend
Model	MTE712A
SKU	TS512GMTE712A
Capacity	512GB
Interface	NVMe PCIe Gen4 x4
NVMe Specification	NVMe 1.4
Form Factor	M.2 2280
M.2 Type	2280-D2-M (Double-sided)
Flash Type	112-Layer 3D NAND Flash
Sequential Read Speed	Up To 3,800 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed	Up To 3,200 MB/s
4K Random Read	Up To 350,000 IOPS
4K Random Write	Up To 330,000 IOPS
Encryption	AES 256-bit Hardware Encryption
Security Standards	TCG Opal 2.0 / IEEE 1667
Microsoft eDrive Support	Yes
ECC Support	LDPC ECC
S.M.A.R.T. Support	Yes
Thermal Management	Dynamic Thermal Throttling
Endurance	3K P/E Cycles
TBW Rating	Up To 4,000 TBW
DWPD	1.84 DWPD (3 Years)
MTBF	3,000,000 Hours
Operating Voltage	3.3V ±5%
Operating Temperature	-20°C To 75°C
Storage Temperature	-55°C To 85°C
Humidity Tolerance	5% ~ 95%
Shock Resistance	1500G, 0.5ms, 3 Axis
Vibration Resistance	20G Peak-To-Peak, 7Hz ~ 2000Hz
Operating Power Consumption	5.6W
Idle Power Consumption	1.28W
PCB Technology	30µ” Gold Finger PCB
Protective Features	Anti-Sulfur Resistors, Corner Bond Technology
Dimensions	80mm x 22mm x 3.58mm
Weight	9g
Certifications	CE / UKCA / FCC / BSMI
Compatibility	Compatible With NVMe PCIe Gen4 & Gen3 M.2 Motherboards, Industrial PCs, Embedded Systems, Enterprise Workstations, Servers, Mini PCs, NAS Systems
Warranty	Limited Manufacturer Warranty