SSD M.2 1 TB Silicon Power SP001TBSS3A55M28 — SATA III, 560/530 MB/s, SLC, MTBF 1.5M h

The A55 M.2 2280 SSD is an ultra-compact, case-less storage drive designed for modern thin-and-light devices. With an M.2 2280 form factor (80 × 22 × 3.5 mm) and SATA III 6 Gb/s interface, the drive delivers solid performance for everyday computing and multitasking in ultrabooks, tablets and mini PCs. It uses high-quality synchronous NAND and includes firmware features for stability and longevity.

Advantages

The A55 offers sequential read/write speeds up to 560/530 MB/s and uses intelligent SLC caching to improve sustained write performance. It supports Intel Smart Response Technology for hybrid configurations with an HDD, enabling faster access to frequently used applications while keeping large-capacity storage affordable. Included software (SP Toolbox) provides health monitoring, performance tests and device information.

Key specifications

• Form factor: M.2 2280 (80 × 22 × 3.5 mm)
• Interface: SATA III 6 Gb/s
• NAND type: synchronous NAND flash
• Sequential read/write: up to 560/530 MB/s
• Features: SLC cache technology, TRIM, NCQ, S.M.A.R.T.
• Reliability: ECC, wear leveling, bad block management
• Software: SP Toolbox (free download)

How to use

Install the A55 M.2 2280 into an available M.2 slot on a compatible motherboard or device that supports SATA-based M.2 modules. After physical installation, enable the drive in BIOS/UEFI if required, then initialize and format it in your operating system. For hybrid acceleration, configure Intel Smart Response Technology according to your motherboard vendor instructions. Download SP Toolbox to monitor health, run diagnostics and view device details.

Recommendations

Use the A55 as a system or application drive in thin laptops and mini PCs to improve responsiveness. For maximum longevity, keep firmware up to date and monitor drive health with SP Toolbox. When pairing with an HDD via Intel SRT, follow motherboard documentation to ensure correct configuration.