Internal Solid State Drive Transcend 256GB M.2 PCI Express 3.1 NVMe

The Transcend TS256GMTE652T-I is a 256GB internal M.2 solid state drive that uses the PCI Express Gen 3 x4 interface and complies with NVMe 1.3. It employs 96-layer 3D TLC NAND flash and includes a DRAM cache to deliver high transfer speeds and improved storage efficiency. The drive is fully tested in-house and carries an endurance rating of 3000 Program/Erase cycles. The -40℃ to 85℃ wide-temperature variant (MTE652T-I) is designed to maintain functionality and reliability in demanding environments.

Advantages

The M.2 PCIe NVMe interface provides much faster sequential read and write throughput compared with SATA drives, enabling read speeds up to 2100 MB/s and write speeds up to 1000 MB/s. The 96-layer 3D TLC NAND increases storage density and efficiency versus older 64-layer designs, while the onboard DRAM cache improves responsiveness for multitasking and heavier workloads. The MTE652T-I’s extended operating temperature range enhances endurance and reliability for mission-critical or industrial use.

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Key specifications

How to use

Install the M.2 drive into a compatible M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 slot on the motherboard or laptop following the device manufacturer’s installation instructions. Secure the module with the appropriate screw, then initialize, partition and format the drive within your operating system. For best performance, enable NVMe drivers provided by the OS or vendor and ensure the system BIOS/UEFI is configured to recognize NVMe storage.

Recommendations

Use the TS256GMTE652T-I in systems that support NVMe M.2 drives and, when applicable, choose the wide-temperature model for installations exposed to extreme temperatures. Regularly back up important data and keep firmware up to date using Transcend’s tools where available.