Questions about Samsung 860 EVO Basic

Here are the basics (QLC is not (yet) on it, it just has one bit more to TLC): https://www.digitec.ch/de/page/eine-komplexe-angelegenheit-so-funktioniert-eine-ssd-7399 QLC becomes extremely slow when slicing when the fast SLC cache is full. See Computerbase test: https://www.computerbase.de/2018-12/samsung-ssd-860-qvo-test/ If you write very little and small bites to the SSD (i.e. mostly read), why not. If you need a normal all-round SSD, then go for the 860EVO.

This should work: https://de.ifixit.com/Anleitung/Mac+mini+end+2012+hard+disk+replace/11716

...buy this for Synology NAS: WD Red SA500 (2000GB, 2.5")

Yes, that should fit. USB 3.1 and 6 or 10GB transfer rate is sufficient. I have an enclosure from UGreen with the same specifications as the ICY Box. I use the hard drive on all my Macs (MacMini and notebooks from 2014). Works flawlessly.

What is your measured throughput rate? USB 3.0 has real throughput rates of about 450 MB/s (and not the promised 625 Mbyte/s = 5 Gbit/s). The transfer rates of the Samsung 860 are also very volatile, depending on whether you are writing, reading or what data type. I would consider anything between 300 and 450/500 MByte/s as "good". All these tests were carried out under laboratory conditions. With the IcyBox, throughput rates of "only" 260 MByte/s are reported. Does the MacBook Pro have USB 3.0 on all USB plugs? Maybe that helps, otherwise get back to me with a few more details.

This hard drive can also be used for PS4 Pro

No, there is not, simply because this is not an external SSD by default like the portable Samsung SSDs. The EVO lacks this security chip which is a prerequisite. All information about the SSD can be found at the following link: https://www.samsung.com/semiconductor/minisite/ssd/product/consumer/860evo/ There you will also find all the accessories such as software that fits.

Yes, I have also installed it in the PS4 and I am satisfied.

The SSD can be installed because hard disks from 7 to 9 mm fit in the T430. The black rubber used in the T430 is available for 7 or 9 mm. The Samsung 860 EVO Basic has a height of 7 mm, so it fits. If 9 mm rubber was used in the T430, the SSD manufacturers also offer small plastic frames that can be screwed on top. If not, simply try to increase the 2mm sideways with something. You won't have any problems once the drive is installed, it will hold in the SATA connector and in these rubber frames. I don't really see a problem with the hard drive size, because that used to be the case with old Windows versions, but Windows 10 and the T430 motherboard should be able to cope with it.

This SSD is compatible with (almost) all devices with a SATA connection. The HP Probook 470 G1 has a standard SATA connection.

Hello, yes, it should fit because the HDD currently installed also has a size of 2.5". This SSD also has the same interface (SATA).

The maximum is probably about 3700 GB. Since these figures are always calculated with 1000 instead of 1024. Minus any administrative space and any reserve cells.

microspot can also be cheaper ;D

Is standard price. I am extremely satisfied with the choice. Runs fast in my somewhat outdated Lenovo Thinkpad. I can only recommend it.

I took one on Monday for 238 CHF and saw a few days later that the price raised. Thought the same thing as you. Maybe I'll buy a second one tomorrow ;-)

No cables inside the package. You need already have them

You will most likely have to partition it ;-). Here is an explanatory video: https://youtu.be/_vr5_FYVVwc

https://www.digitec.ch/de/s1/producttype/externes-gehaeuse-35?pdo=67-8739%3A468446%7C67-182%3A416%7C67-19886%3A396067%7C22-5815%3A17013&tagIds=76-524

This SSD is actually intended to be installed in a PC and not to be used as external storage. At least without an additional enclosure. So depending on the application, a simple plugged cable to the SSD is short-lived. If really only a cable then something like this StarTech USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA III Adapter StarTech USB-C to SATA Adapter Cable with an enclosure doesn't have to be more expensive and bigger though ICY BOX IB-AC603U3 Adapter Cable, 2.5'' SATA to USB 3.0 i-tec USB-C Advance My Safe Easy (2.5") or there is the whole still in this kind LogiLink Quickport ICY BOX IB-1121-C31

Yes, I installed the Evo in the Mac Mini. Very simple. Turns the thing into a new, fast Mac. Use it as a server, with screen sharing via my Mac Air and Mac Book. Amazing.

Hi Siow66, I can't answer your question because I bought the 4TB SSD for my HP EliteBook 840 G2 but I couldn't get it to work successfully against a 2TB one. Apparently my Bios controller can't manage 4TB, which is why I currently only use it externally via USB. But I have no way of comparing it to a PCI SSD.

Hello I am not directly familiar with AllInOne devices, but it should not be a problem. Here is a manual from HP (from page 25): https://content.etilize.com/User-Manual/1048960183.pdf As a video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iFEZhFls2A And in more detail: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYOOBfIcqCE (from 3min25) It should be noted that a little preparation is necessary in each case. However, this is also described or shown. Greetings

https://www.samsung.com/semiconductor/minisite/ssd/download/portable/

Yes, that's possible, but does it have to be Samsung if they are too expensive for you?

Simply put, the number of bits is the answer: Memory cells with 1 bit = SLC Memory cells with 2 bits = MLC Memory cells with 3 bits = TLC Memory cells with 4 bits = QLC Since MLC stands for "Multi Level Cell", the term "multi" can mean anything over 1 bit and TLC was probably not so useful from a marketing point of view.

This SSD only supports SATA3.

Quite possibly.

Yes, your iMac must have already had an HDD 2.5" installed, then no problem, provided you have the glue for the glass. If you have a flash memory installed, then you have to organise the cable first, which is not impossible with original Apple parts, but not exactly easy. Shouldn't be a problem otherwise, if you pay attention to the few small things, Google ifixit, they'll show you how it's done, otherwise there's probably a few companies that will also do a conversion, if Digitec offers something like that super, otherwise you can take a look in Güterstrasse in Basel.