Cut down load times for complex game levels and large video projects with the Seagate 1TB FireCuda 540 PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 SSDfrom Seagate. Utilizing PCIe 5.0 technology, which is up to 50% faster than the previous generation, this high-performance SSD delivers sequential read speeds of up to 9500 MB/s with 8500 MB/s write speeds. Support for the DirectStorage technology in Windows 10/11 further boosts load times for compatible games and applications.

The FireCuda 540 installs into an available M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4 slot with backward compatibility with PCIe 4.0. TRIM and SMART features optimize performance while SED TCG Opal 2.01 encryption helps to protect your data. The 1000TB TBW rating ensures long-lasting performance.

1TB Storage Capacity    M.2 2280 NVMe Form Factor    PCIe 5.0 x4 Interface    Read Speeds up to 9500 MB/s    Write Speeds up to 8500 MB/s    3D TLC NAND Memory    TBW: 1000TB    SMART, TRIM & SED TCG Opal 2.01 Support    Optimized for DirectStorage    Includes 3-Year Rescue Data Recovery

With read speeds of up to 9500 and max random read performance of 1,300,000 IOPS, the 1TB FireCuda 540 SSD lets you spend less time waiting and more time doing. DirectStorage support further enhances loading speeds for supported games.

This plug-and-play SSD works with most PCIe 5.0 compatible motherboards and is backwards compatible with PCIe 4.0.

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Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I am wanting to purchase this Seagate FireCuda M.2 but was wondering if it will work in the OWC Ministack STX enclosure? I am wanting to hook it up to my new Mac Studio thru Thunderbolt 4 if that is possible? Please help. Thank you.

A: Yes, the Seagate 4TB FireCuda 530 M.2 SSD without Heatsink BH #SEZP4GM3A013 is compatible with the OWC miniStack STX External Drive Enclosure with Thunderbolt Hub Xpansion BH #OWCT4MS6000.

Q: 2. Will this work on a motherboard fir a PC?

A: It the motherboard will accept a M.2 2280 SSD then it will work.

Q: 3. If this Seagate M.2 SSD is hooked up to the OWC STX Mini Stack Enclosure will it work if it is Thunderbolt 4 connected to the new Mac Studio?

A: Yes, the Seagate M.2 SSD is hooked up to the OWC STX Mini Stack Enclosure will it work on the Thunderbolt 4 connected to the new Mac Studio.

Q: 4. Will this work with an Acasis TBU-401 external enclosure connected to a macbook pro m1 max 2021 laptop?

A: The Seagate 4TB FireCuda 530 M.2 SSD without Heatsink is compatible with the Acasis TBU-40, which should be able to communicate with your MacBook Pro m1 via Thunderbolt.

Q: 5. Will this work in an OWC Envoy Pro enclosure?

A: No, this Seagate 4TB FireCuda 530 M.2 SSD without Heatsink is not compatible with the OWC Envoy Pro enclosure.

Q: 6. I have a new Acer Nitro5 AH517-54-700x. Looking to stuff as much storage as I can into it's two M.2 slots. Will 4Tb (X2) be recognized as the full 8Tb, or is there a 2Tb (MBR) capacity limit? Would this need to be reformatted to GUID/GPT, and would Windows boot from that?

A: In general, two drives installed in separate slots would not be limited in capacity unless a RAID setup is used. The Seagate 4TB FireCuda 530 M.2 SSD is capable of being used a boot drive for Windows.

Q: 7. What enclosure do I need that will allow me to write up to 6900mb/sHeatsink? on this Seagate 4TB Firecuda 530 M.2 SSD? Also, will I need the

A: Currently we do not have an enclosure that would support those speeds, most enclosures available will have a lower bandwidth than it is required to be able to run a drive like the Seagate 4TB FireCuda 530 M.2 SSD without Heatsink BH #SEZP4GM3A013 at full speeds. To get those speeds, you would need to use it internally with a motherboard that supports PCIe Gen 4.

Q: 8. What's the fastest enclosure to use this via usb C as an external SSD?

A: Hi Sean - We would recommend a thunderbolt 3/4 enclosure to take full advantage of the speed, however availability is challenged due to how new this type of product is to market

Q: 9. if I bought this one with out heatsink acn I use this one? heat sink wise. M.2 Heatsink SSD Cooler for PCIE NVME or SATA m2 2280 SSD Cooling

A: It should. However Seagate sells a version of this drive with a Heatsink on it: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1657984-REG/seagate_zp4000gm3a023_4tb_firecuda_530_ssd.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A514&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1pXj49_b8gIVyR-tBh23cgmrEAYYASABEgLaNPD_BwE

Q: 10. Can the heatsink be removed? Has anyone tried?

A: No, the Seagate 4TB FireCuda 530 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 Internal SSD with Heatsink BH #SEZP4GM3A023 heatsink cannot be removed. You can buy it without the heatsink, Seagate 4TB FireCuda 530 M.2 SSD without Heatsink BH #SEZP4GM3A013.