2.5 inch SATA III SSD Kioxia EXCERIA 960 GB — 555 MB/s read, 540 MB/s write, TLC, 2.5-inch

The EXCERIA SATA SSD series provides an easy, affordable upgrade from a hard disk drive (HDD) to significantly improve the performance of desktop and notebook PCs. Built with BiCS FLASH™ 3D flash memory and a vertically stacked cell structure, these SATA SSDs deliver balanced performance, reliability, and value to speed up boot times, file transfers, and overall system responsiveness.

Advantages

EXCERIA SATA SSDs reduce boot and load times compared to conventional HDDs, offer lower power consumption and greater durability for mobile use, and present a cost-effective way to refresh an existing system without replacing other components.

Key specifications

• Interface: SATA (SATA SSD series)
• Flash type: BiCS FLASH™ 3D flash memory
• Form factor: 2.5-inch or compatible SATA form factors (as applicable)
• Use case: Desktop and notebook PC storage upgrade

How to use

Install the EXCERIA SATA SSD into a compatible SATA slot or drive bay in your desktop or notebook, connect power and SATA data cables (or follow the device-specific installation guide), then clone your existing HDD or perform a fresh operating system installation. After installation, ensure the BIOS/UEFI detects the new drive and set it as the primary boot device if required.

Recommendations

Before replacing your HDD, back up important data. Use reputable cloning software if you wish to migrate your operating system and files, and consult your system manual for compatibility and installation instructions.