Swap your hard drive with SSD and convert it into external hard drive
Amsterdam, February 17th 2010 - Imation introduces its latest enhancements in Solid State Drive (SSD); the improved Upgrade Kit for Imation SSD M-Class 2.5”.
A follow up to the previously launched Imation SSD S-Class, M-Class and Upgrade kits in 2009, the improved Upgrade kit enables laptop devotees to migrate conveniently to SSD and to take full advantage of SSD non motors or moving parts technology which provide faster and more reliable data storage with reduced heat and noise.
The unique element of the Upgrade kit is that it includes a hinge case with LED-indicator for in-use notification. The case allows users to reuse the dismantled hard drive after installing the new SSD using the Upgrade kit.
Swapping your hard drive with simple steps
1. Transfer your existing files from hard drive to the new SSD
2. Swap your current hard drive with the SSD
3. Install the dismantled hard drive onto the USB case to create an external hard drive
The Improved Imation M-Class SSD
The new Imation M-Class’ sequential read and write performances are enhanced to 220MB/second and 160MB/second, respectively. While other SSDs typically use only 10 bits of Error Correction Code (ECC) in 512 user bytes, Imation increases its M-Class SSDs ECC up to 48 bits in 2k user bytes. The 20% ECC boost will give Imation M-Class SSDs more incisive detection and correction of corrupted data.
Imation M-Class SSDs employs the recent innovations in Global Wear Leveling allowing the even distribution of P/E (Program/Erase) cycles of the SSD cells. Such distribution increases the overall endurances of the Imation M-Class SSD. Intelligent algorithm is utilized to manage bad blocks that might develop over time and to replace with spare blocks when needed. The Upgrade Kit does not require additional power brick, therefore the kit creates less waste and makes it more environmental friendly. Each Imation M-Class SSD now comes with an extended five-year warranty.
Upgrade Kit for Imation SSD M-Class 2.5” consists of:
- M-Class SSD
- SATA USB Case
- Acronis software on optical disc
- USB cable
- USB auxiliary power cable
- Installation guide
Pricing (Suggested Retail Price, exc. VAT)
The new Imation Upgrade Kit for Imation SSD M-Class 2.5” will be available as of today with suggested retail prices ranging from € 186 - € 330.
Availability
The new Imation Upgrade Kit for Imation SSD M-Class 2.5” are available through authorized Imation distributors, wholesalers, resellers and e-tailers world wide.
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About Imation Corp.
Imation is a leading global developer and marketer of branded products that enable people to capture, save and enjoy digital information. Our world-class portfolio of digital storage products, audio and video electronics and accessories reaches customers through a powerful global distribution network. Our goal is a company with strong commercial and consumer businesses and continued long-term growth and profitability that creates shareholder value. Imation Corp.'s global brand portfolio, in addition to the Imation brand, includes the Memorex brand, one of the most widely recognized names in the consumer electronics industry and the XtremeMac brand. Imation is also the exclusive licensee of the TDK Life on Record brand, one of the world's leading recording media brands. Additional information about Imation is available at www.imation.com.
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Contact:
Ketchum Pleon, Andrada Morar: andrada.morar@ketchumpleon.com / +31 20 487 4000
Imation Europe, Matthieu Valk: mvalk@imation.com / +31 23 521 29 21