PureSilicon has just added a new 256GB drive to its Renegade R2 SSD range. The drive meets MIL-STD-810F standards while offering 255 MB/s read performance and 180 MB/s write performance. The pureSilicon SSD Drives can tolerate extreme temperatures, shock, and vibration, enabling Renegade R2 to perform from -40C to +85C.
Available in 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB sizes (in a SATA II setup, low-profile 9.5mm height 2.5″ form factor); the 256GB, PATA, and 1.8″ form factor drives will start shipping in Q1 2010 alongside the encrypted versions.
High Performance with Real-World Specifications
The Renegade R2 SSD range is designed to deliver high performance with real-world specifications. Here are some key features:
- Capacity: 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, and 256GB using SLC flash
- Sequential Read: 255MB/s
- Sequential Write: 180MB/s
- Random Read: 18,000 IOPS @ 4K
- Random Write: 1,200 IOPS @ 4K
- Average Power: < 1.0W
These specifications make the Renegade R2 SSDs suitable for a variety of demanding applications, from high-performance computing to rugged industrial environments. The use of SLC flash ensures high endurance and reliability, which is critical for mission-critical applications.
Advanced Features and Technologies
The Renegade R2 SSDs come packed with advanced features and technologies that set them apart from other SSDs in the market:
- Renegade R2 uses the latest 34nm flash technology.
- Real-time 256-, 192-, or 128-bit AES (CBC or ECB) hardware-driven encryption/decryption.
- Secure-erase data declassification methods that meet strict government policies.
- Supports Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART), Native Command Queuing (NCQ), Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI), and other advanced SATA commands.
- Conforms to SATA 2.6 and ATA-7 specifications.
- Features advanced wear-leveling and over-provisioning techniques to improve performance, prolong drive life, and boost reliability.
These features ensure that the Renegade R2 SSDs not only deliver high performance but also maintain data security and integrity. The hardware-driven encryption/decryption capabilities make these drives ideal for applications where data security is paramount, such as in government or financial sectors.
The support for SMART, NCQ, and AHCI ensures that the drives can efficiently manage data and commands, leading to improved performance and reliability. The advanced wear-leveling and over-provisioning techniques further enhance the lifespan of the drives, making them a cost-effective solution in the long run.
The addition of the 256GB drive to the Renegade R2 SSD range by PureSilicon marks a significant advancement in the field of solid-state drives. With its high performance, robust features, and compliance with stringent standards, the Renegade R2 SSDs are well-suited for a wide range of applications, from consumer electronics to industrial and military use.
Via Engadget
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