MZ-V6P512 - SSD SAMSUNG - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Brand	Samsung
Model	MZ-V6P512 (960 PRO)
Interface	PCIe Gen 3.0 x4, NVMe 1.2
Form Factor	M.2 (2280)
Capacity	512 GB
Controller	Samsung Polaris
NAND Flash	Samsung V-NAND (3rd generation)
DRAM Cache	512 MB LP DDR3
Sequential Read Speed	Up to 3,500 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed	Up to 2,100 MB/s
Random Read Speed (QD32)	Up to 330,000 IOPS
Random Write Speed (QD32)	Up to 330,000 IOPS
Idle Power Consumption	Typ. 40 mW
Active Read Power Consumption	Typ. 5.1 W
Active Write Power Consumption	Typ. 4.7 W
Operating Temperature	0°C to 70°C
Non-Operating Temperature	-45°C to 85°C
Shock Resistance	1,500 G (0.5 ms, non-operating)
Vibration Resistance	20-2,000 Hz, 20 G (non-operating)
MTBF	1.5 million hours
Total Bytes Written (TBW)	400 TBW
Warranty	5 years limited
Weight	Max 8.3 g
Dimensions (L x W x H)	80.15 x 22.15 x 2.38 mm
Data Encryption	AES 256-bit hardware-based, TCG/Opal

Frequently Asked Questions - MZ-V6P512 SAMSUNG

How do I install the Samsung 960 PRO SSD?

Installation involves inserting the M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot on your motherboard at a 30-degree angle, then securing it with the screw. Ensure your motherboard supports NVMe and PCIe Gen 3.0 x4. Refer to your motherboard manual for the specific slot.

Is the Samsung 960 PRO compatible with my laptop?

Compatibility requires an M.2 2280 slot and support for NVMe protocol. Check your laptop's specifications. Some older laptops may only support SATA M.2 drives.

What is the maximum sequential read speed of the 960 PRO?

The maximum sequential read speed is up to 3,500 MB/s, achieved with PCIe Gen 3.0 x4 interface and NVMe 1.2 protocol.

How long does the Samsung 960 PRO last?

The endurance is rated at 400 TBW (Total Bytes Written) for the 512GB model, with an MTBF of 1.5 million hours. Under typical usage, it can last many years.

Does the 960 PRO support hardware encryption?

Yes, it features AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption and is compliant with TCG Opal for advanced security management.

Can I use Samsung Magician software with the 960 PRO?

Yes, Samsung Magician is supported for drive management, firmware updates, performance optimization, and health monitoring. Download it from Samsung's website.

What should I do if my computer does not detect the 960 PRO?

First, ensure the drive is properly seated. Then check BIOS settings to enable NVMe or PCIe mode. Update your motherboard's BIOS and chipset drivers. If issues persist, try the drive in another slot.

Is the 960 PRO suitable for gaming?

Absolutely. With 3,500 MB/s sequential reads and high random IOPS, it reduces game load times significantly. It's ideal for demanding games and content creation.

How do I update the firmware on the 960 PRO?

Use Samsung Magician software which can check for and install firmware updates automatically. Alternatively, download the firmware from Samsung's support site and use a bootable USB.

What is the power consumption of the 960 PRO?

Idle power consumption is typical 40 mW. Active read is typical 5.1 W and active write is typical 4.7 W. It supports DevSleep for low power states.

USER MANUAL MZ-V6P512 SAMSUNG

The new Samsung SSD 960PRO is the 2^nd generation NVMe SSD for Samsung's client PC SSD. As such, the Samsung SSD 960 PRO is designed for professionals & enthusiasts that are seeking next generation performance and endurance. It offers the

ultimate in performance, breaks storage limits for the m.2 form factor and banks on its solid reliability to offer customers the most advanced SSD technology currently available for client PCs

Samsung's unique and innovative V-NAND flash memory architecture is a breakthrough in overcoming the density limitations, while improving on the performance and endurance of today's conventional planar NAND architecture. V-NAND is fabricated by stacking layers vertically over one another rather than decreasing the cells dimensions and trying to fit itself onto a fixed horizontal space resulting in higher density and better performance utilizing a smaller footprint.

Experience next-generation professional performance and endurance

This cutting-edge V-NAND-based NVMe

SSD supports PCI Express® Gen 3 x4 lanes, providing a higher bandwidth and lower latency to process even more massive amounts of data than our previous-generation NVMe SSD.

Building on the PCIe Gen. 3.0 x 4 lane interface and support of the NVMe 1.2 protocol, the 960PRO, in combination with our advanced 3rd generation V-NAND and newly developed Polaris controller is able to offer sequential read performance of 3,500MB/s and sequential write speeds of 2,100MB/s. The 960PRO achieves random performance of up to 440,000IOPS and 360,000IOPS for read and write operations respectively for industry leading performance across key metrics.

Breaking storage limits

Thanks to our advanced packaging technology, the use of a four-landing-design and the integration of the DRAM and Polaris Controller in a Package-on-Package solution the 960PRO becomes the world's first client PC SSD in the standard 2280 m.2 form factor to be able to pack 2TB of capacity. For greater consumer choice, the 960PRO will also be available in 1TB and 512GB versions

Bank on solid reliability

The 960 PRO, thanks to the use of our 3 ^rd generation V-NAND Flash technology, offers users not only improved performance and higher density, but also solid reliability.

The 960 PRO's improved thermal solutions, advanced hardware encryption and enhanced endurance enable users to confidently entrust their data to their SSD

Improved thermal solutions

In most cases of data transfers, heavy workloads can induce heat and result in high temperatures. Once temperatures reach a threshold, memory performance may be adversely affected. As the leader in SSD memory solutions, the 960 PRO adopts a new heat spreader for dissipating heat more efficiently during heavy workload use. It achieves this by integrating a thin copper film and because copper is a great heat conductor it helps to shed heat faster than would be possible without the label. Furthermore, the new 4 landing design also improves thermal characteristics, as it can reduce heat generation per unit area.

Advanced data encryption

The 960 PRO provides the same data encryption features as other Samsung SATA SSDs. Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) security technology will help keep data safe at all times. It includes an AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption engine to ensure that your personal files remain secure. Being hardware-based, the encryption engine secures your data without performance degradation that you may experience with a software-based encryption. Also, the 960PRO is compliant with advanced security management solutions (TCG Opal).

Enhanced endurance

When users spend money on an SSD, first of all, they consider value for money and want an SSD that will last. Starting with the 850 PRO, Samsung's 1st V-NAND SATA SSD, Samsung's V-NAND changed the paradigm. Now in its 3rd generation, the 960 PRO boasts Total Bytes Written of up to 1.2 Petabytes for the 2TB model.

Technical Specifications

Samsung SSD 960 PRO
Usage Application	Client PCs
Interface	PCIe Gen 3.0 x4, NVMe 1.2
Hardware Information	Capacity		512GB^	1TB(1,024GB^)	2TB(2,048GB^)
	Controller		Samsung Polaris Controller
	NAND Flash Memory		Samsung V-NAND Flash memory
	DRAM Cache Memory		512MB LP DDR3	1GB LP DDR3	2GB LP DDR3
	Dimension		Max 80.15 x Max 22.15 x Max.2.38 (mm)
	Form-Factor		M.2(2280)^
Performance* (Up to.)	Sequential Read		3,500MB/s
	Sequential Write		2,100MB/s
	QD 1 Thread 1	Ran. Read	14,000 IOPS
		Ran. Write	50,000 IOPS
	QD 32 Thread 4	Ran. Read	330,000 IOPS	440,000 IOPS	440,000 IOPS
		Ran. Write	330,000 IOPS	360,000 IOPS	360,000 IOPS
Power Consumption**	Idle		Typ. 40mW
	Active (AVG.)	Read	Typ. 5.1W	Typ. 5.3W	Typ. 5.8W
		Write	Typ. 4.7W	Typ. 5.2W	Typ. 5.2W
	DEVSLP	L1.2 mode	Typ. 5mW	Typ. 5mW	Typ. 8mW
Data Security	AES 256-bit for User Data Encryption, TCG/Opal
Supporting Features	TRIM(Required OS support), Garbage Collection, S.M.A.R.T
Temperature	Operating		0°C to 70°C(Measured by SMART Temperature. Proper airflow recommended)
	Non-Operating		-45°C to 85°C
Humidity	5% to 95%, non-condensing
Shock	Non-Operating		1,500G, duration: 0.5ms, 3 axis
Vibration	Non-Operating		20~2,000Hz, 20G
Reliability	MTBF		1.5 million hours
Weight	Model		Max 8.3g	Max 8.5g	Max 9g
Warranty	Total Bytes Written		400 TBW***	800 TBW***	1,200 TBW***
	Period		5 years limited

* Sequential performance measurements based on CrystalDiskMark 5.1.2, and Random performance measurements based on lometer 1.1.0. Performance may vary based on SSD's firmware version, system hardware & configuration. Test system configuration: Intel Core i7-6700K @ 4.0GHz, DDR4 1,700MHz 16GB, OS – Windows10 Pro x64, ASROCK Z170 EXTREME 7
** Power consumption measured with IOMeter 1.1.0 with Intel i7-5820K @ 3.3GHz, DDR4 8GB, ASUS X99-M WS/SE, OS-Windows10 Pro x64 and APST on
*** TBW means Terabytes Written
† 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes by IDEMA. A certain portion of capacity may be used for system file and maintenance use, so the actual capacity may differ from what is indicated on the product label.
† † M.2 is a specification of form factor for ultra-thin PCs, The M.2 standard allows widths 12, 16, 22 and 30mm and lengths of 16, 26,30, 38, 42, 69, 80 and 110 mm, Commercially M.2 is popular with width 22mm and lengths 30, 42, 60, 80 and 110mm. Samsung provides the most popular form factor with 22mm X 80mm model (i.e., 2280) to consider user convenience

Product Lineup

Density	Model Name	Box Contents	Model Code
2TB (2,048GB*)	MZ-V6P2T0	Samsung SSD 960 PRO 2TB Warranty statement	MZ-V6P2T0BW
1TB (1,024GB*)	MZ-V6P1T0	Samsung SSD 960 PRO 1TB Warranty statement	MZ-V6P1T0BW
512 GB*	MZ-V6P512	Samsung SSD 960 PRO 512GB Warranty statement	MZ-V6P512BW

* GB: 1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. A certain portion of capacity may be used for system file and maintenance use, thus the actual capacity may differ that indicated on the product label.

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