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WD Blue SN5100 500GB

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WD Blue SN5100 500GB NVMe SSD - M.2 2280, PCIe Gen 4.0, Internal Solid State Drive - Read Speeds Up to 6,600MB/s, Upgrade Storage for PC/Laptops - WDS500G5B0E

Fast 2TB Gen4 drives for gaming and general use from $80 to $180.

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MSRP $136.45

4.8 from 935 retailer reviews

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The WD Blue SN5100 NVMe SSD with PCIe Gen 4.0 delivers read speeds up to 7,100 MB/s,[2] 30% faster than our prior generation (1TB-2TB1 models).[3] Create and store more with capacities up to 2TB[1] on M.2 2280 built with our next generation Sandisk 3D CBA NAND technology. And with Sandisk nCache 4.0, you can copy large files or project folders faster than before.

  • This product has been replaced by our latest generation. Please search for the SANDISK Optimus 5100 NVMe SSD.
  • SPEED UP PROJECTS. Accelerate your AI-enabled workflow with PCIe Gen 4.0 speeds up to 7,100 MB/s,[2] (1TB-2TB[1] models) 30% faster than our prior generation.[3]
  • CREATE AND STORE MORE. Make more room for your masterpieces with capacities up to 2TB[1] on M.2 2280 with Sandisk 3D CBA NAND technology.
  • CREATE CONFIDENTLY. Know your new SSD is covered with Sandisk’s 5-year limited warranty.[6]
  • ACRONIS TRUE IMAGE DOWNLOAD. Download Acronis True Image for Sandisk data migration software to transfer your files to your new drive.[4]
Digital Storage Capacity
500 GB
Hard Disk Interface
PCIE x 4
Connectivity Technology
PCIe
Brand
SANDISK
Special Feature
Backward Compatible
Hard Disk Form Factor
22 millimeters
Hard Disk Description
Solid State Drive
Compatible Devices
Desktop, Laptop
Installation Type
Internal Hard Drive
Color
Blue
Model Name
WD Blue SN5100 NVMe SSD
Read Speed
6600 megabytes_per_second
Form Factor
M.2 2280
Item Weight
5.7 g
Manufacturer
Sandisk Technologies, Inc.
Model Number
WDS500G5B0E
Number Of Items
1
Hardware Platform
PC
Enclosure Material
3D Nand
Warranty Description
5 Year Limited
Customer Package Type
Standard Packaging
Specific Uses For Product
Business, Multimedia, Personal
Item Dimensions L X W X Thickness
3.14"L x 0.87"W x 0.09"Th
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