Intel releases new firmware to fix problems with their SSD 320 Series

The Intel SSD 320 Series were introduced in March of this year, now only a few weeks ago we discovered a bug that causes problems to recognize the full capacity of the SSD, so Intel is launching a new firmware to fix it. The error of these SSDs was seen only 8Mb capacity due to unexpected power loss under certain conditions, commonly known as Bad mistake 13x Error Context and can be solved by Intel with the release of new firmware for SSD 320 Series.

TDK joins the SSD market with RS3 GBDriver

TDK comes with SSD GBDriver called RS3, have capacities ranging from 8GB to 128GB depending on the series, SLC (single-level cell) or MLC (multi-level cell). The new SSD drives come rather late TDK market, have a controller designed by the brand and are divided into two series, the SLC with 8GB, 16GB, 32GB and 64 GB and MLC with 16GB, 32GB, 64GB and 128GB.

The SLC have 160MB/sy speed 60 MB / s read / write and models have 160MB/sy MLC 25 MB / s reading and writing data are far from those who get SSD present domestic . They offer SATA 2.0 interface and an aluminum casing. Because SSDs are discrete with performance is likely to be used in other devices such as tablet PCs or similar rather than a desktop computer.

Scythe Kama Dock, new hard drive docking station

Scythe has a new accessory for your catalog, the Scythe Kama Dock docking unit for hard drives 2.5-and 3.5-inch USB 3.0 connectivity. Scythe Kama Dock supports hard drives of 3.5 inches (8.89 cm) and 2.5 inches (6.35 cm). It is also possible to connect 2.5-inch SSD too. The connection between the drive and the Kama Dock is achieved through SATA interface, and to ensure maximum speed between it and the PC, using the ultra-fast USB 3.0, which in turn is compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1.

Patriot Pyro, new series of SSD SATA 6Gbps

Pyro is the name that presents its new Patriot SSD SATA series 6Gbps, the controller has SandForce SF-2281 and a size of 2.5 inches. Pyro The Patriot will be available with capacities of 60, 120 and 240GB. As for transfer rates models had 240GB 120GB 550MB / s read and 520Mb / s write, all with 85,000 IOPS and random read speed 4K.

60GB models offer 515 MB / s read, 490 MB / s write and 80,000 IOPS. It was unclear pricing and release date, but should not take too long to be available.

• OCZ, Corsair, Patriot and Crucial butt heads in SATA III SSD roundup (14/07/2011)
• Six-Drive SATA III SSD Round-Up Shows Big Gains (13/07/2011)
• OCZ unwraps self-made Everest controller for fast SSDs (22/07/2011)
• RunCore outs T50 6Gb/s mSATA SSD, SandForce speeds included (15/07/2011)
• Super Talent MasterDrive KX3 SSD for tablets and notebooks debuts (20/07/2011)

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LaCie Rugged Mini: A durable pocket hard drive

LaCie launches another particular version of its hard disk shockproof, the Rugged Mini with dimensions of 86 × 135 × 19 mm and 240 grams this hard drive is a real portable tank. The LaCie Rugged Mini can withstand drops from a height of 1.2 meters, a part is also shock resistant so it is ideal for those who work for an external hard drive need to be robust and testing of possible human error.

OCZ RevoDrive 3: Even Faster

OCZ introduces its latest addition called OCZ RevoDrive 3 that offer 1.25Gb/sy rates up to 1.5Gb / s read and write respectively in the model. The OCZ RevoDrive 3 are up to ten times faster than existing SSDs normal and three times more than high-end SSD market. These transfer rates as high OCZ RevoDrive are for the 3 X2 will be available in capacities of 240, 480 and 960 GB.

RevoDrive Model 3 is set to 1 GB / s read and about 925 MB / s write, data is still surprising. Both models use the PCIe interface and are designed to the professional who need to handle large amounts of data.

• AnandTech - Computex 2011: OCZs RevoDrive 3 (07/06/2011)
• Computex 2011: OCZ RevoDrive Hybrid combines SSD and hard drive on a single PCI Express card (03/06/2011)
• OCZ sets up its flash stall in the enterprise bazaar (07/07/2011)
• OCZ RevoDrive 3 X2 and RevoDrive Hybrid hands-on (video) (03/06/2011)
• SSD + Hard Drive = OCZ RevoDrive Hybrid [Guts] (03/06/2011)

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Western Digital changed its line of external hard drive My Book Studio

Western Digital has slightly modified its range of My Book external hard drives designed for users of Studio MAC is now quieter and more efficient. Among the features of the review of Western Digital My Book Stuido is expanding its capacity to 3TB, improving their sound and a better energy efficiency.

This range of external hard drives is designed for Mac users, with the FireWire 800/400 and USB 2.0. It has an aluminum housing which helps chilling, besides a hard drive features Western Digital Caviar Green WD GreenPower technology.

• Review: Western Digital My Book Studio 3TB (10/07/2011)
• Western Digital Launches 3TB My Book Studio Drive (10/07/2011)
• Review: Western Digital My Book Studio 3TB (10/07/2011)
• Western Digital Elements 1TB Portable USB Hard Drive for $80 + free shipping (10/07/2011)
• Western Digital's My Book Studio jumps to 3TB, dons Mac-approved brushed aluminum garb (08/07/2011)

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SuperTalent DuraDrive AT3: Dedicated to extremes

SuperTalent unveiled its new SSD called DuraDrive AT3, with 250MB / s read and 170MB / s write, but not its main feature, is designed for extreme conditions. The new SSD DuraDrive AT3 is designed to be used in demanding conditions where temperature, vibration or other conditions are not ideal for other SSDs.

Other SSDs have their limit of temperature from 0º C to 70º C, DuraDriveAT3 can withstand from -40º C to 85° C, becoming a highly resistant SSD. Available with capacities of 32, 64, 128 and 256GB.

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Corsair already has its SSD Force GT

Corsair already has available its new SSD storage unit called Force GT, has a striking red, SandForce SS-2280 controller and connectivity SATA3. The new SSD 60GB Corsair present and 120GB capacities, together with connectivity and controller SandForce SATA3 SS-2280 are able to reach the 555 MB / s read and 525 MB / s write beating the 60GB OCZ Agility 3.

• Corsair recalls its 120GB Force 3 SSD due to 'stability issues' (08/06/2011)
• Corsair Force Series 3 SSDs: SandForce speed for modest money (17/05/2011)
• Corsair recalls, stops shipments of 120GB Force 3 SSDs (08/06/2011)
• B-Corsairs prepare to make maiden voyage in bj-league (03/07/2011)
• Corsair F120 SSD Overview (09/04/2011)

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SuperTalent TeraDrivePT3 now available

SuperTalent announces the launch of its new SSD called TeraDrivePT3 incorporates the SATA 3.0 interface and overcome the barrier of 500Mb / s in both reading and writing. The new SSD TeraDrivePT3 comes with the controller SandForce 2200, SATA 3.0 and flash technologies such ONFiTM. With all the new SSD SuperTalent has managed to reach and exceed the number of 500Mb / s in both reading and writing.

Himuro Scythe Mini, new box HDD 2.5 "

Scythe, Japanese company, presented a version of its Himuro HDD Cooler, specially designed for hard drives 2.5 ". This design allows the installation of hard drives with a minimum thickness of 13 mm thanks to its anti-vibration pads, which can be added or removed depending on the size of the disk. Like its big brother, the Mini is built Scythe Himuro grade aluminum with a thickness of about 2 mm, giving an overall component weight of 280 grams.