For information related to the 608abbf0 firmware improvements, please see the release notes located below. Kingston has released a new ssd lineup named as ssdnow v200. But there is also an older version of kingston 64gb v series ssdnow which used a modifed jmicron controller which sucks rather badly. The kingston ssdnow v series is the lowest cost solid state drive on the market today.
This firmware update will restore your ssds sequential write speed and improve the. And now, they have pushed out a firmware update for its ssdnow v200 series 64gb and 128gb ssds that offers an. Review of kingston ssdnow v200 128gb ssd desktop upgrade. Desktop bundle includes system cloning software, mounting. In the last couple of decades two technologies have revolutionized the personal computer the graphical processing unit. Utilizing toshibas tc58ncf618gbt controller, the drive. Owners of kingstons ssdnow v100 solidstate drives, take note.
Kingston ssdnow v200 is having serious performance problems. Kingston releases firmware update for ssdnow v200 media. Kingston ssd manager is an application that provides users with the ability. Kingston ssdnow v series 128gb gen 2 ssd desktop bundle. Kingston ssdnow v series 30 gb drive v is for value. Kingston helps ease that pain with its ssdnow v series 40gb, a modest drive that features intels nand and impressive g2 firmware, which helps it deliver stellar performance when compared to an hdd, for an easytostomach price. Jun 15, 2012 the ssdnow v200 is the latest generation of the entrylevel, budget v series that helps consumers revive and extend the life of their current pc, bringing value and high performance to consumers looking for a super affordable upgrade option. The ssdnow v200 is the latest generation of the entrylevel, budget v series that helps consumers revive and extend the life of their current pc, bringing value and high performance to consumers looking for a super affordable upgrade option. If you have e111008a on your ssdnow and want to improve your drive.
Download link to initialize the toolbox software download. At 140 usd for the 64gb version that we tested here today, the drive is extremely affordable. Nov 15, 2019 the kingston ssdnow v series is the lowest cost solid state drive on the market today. The ssdnow v200 drive comes in a white cardboard package. Once the firmware update process has completed it is recommended to safely shut down your system and leave it powered off. Just as intel has done with the 335 series, kingston has come up with a new range of drives matching the old lsi sandforce sf2281 controllers with the latest. Kingston boosts speed, adds trim support to entrylevel. Kingston ssdnow v300 120g fw update windows 7 help forums. This v series drive from kingston is equipped with a new drive controller that was put together by both toshiba and jmicron, the jmf618. If you do not have 120504 on your ssdnow as shown in the illustration, then you need to perform the firmware update. Kingston has released a firmware update for them, and it strongly recommends that users apply that update. The drive has a 3 year warranty, 247 technical support and can be purchased with an upgrade kit. Once the firmware update process has completed it is recommended to safely shut down your system and leave it powered off for 10 seconds before powering back on again. This 608abbf0 firmware update is designed for windows 8.
Jun 15, 2012 hsinchu, taiwan june 14, 2012 kingston, the independent world leader in memory products, today announced a new firmware update for the 64gb and 128gb ssdnow v200 that increases performance. Mar 28, 2011 owners of kingstons ssdnow v100 solidstate drives, take note. Kingston releases firmware update for ssdnow v200 64gb. In terms of iops, the ssdnow v300 is rated for up to 85k read and 65k write. Dec 02, 2010 ive found an interesting offer for the kingston 64gb ssdnow v notebook bundle with an external 2. Cloud revolver cloud series cloud stinger cloud alpha s cloud alpha. If there is a firmware update available for your specific kingston ssd, you will be able to click on the firmware update button to begin the update.
Want to make the upgrade to a solidstate drive, but prefer to avoid the high cost of adoption. Kingston 64gb v series ssdnow the new version has a toshiba controller which should preform somewhat acceptable but still is on the slow side for ssds. Data storage free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Kingston is a major ssd players, with their ssdnow series being particularly longlived, having gone through several revisions already. The e and m series are just rebranded intel drives, these use intels x25e and x25m g2 controllers respectively with kingston logo on the enclosure. The kingston ssd toolbox is an installable application that provides users with the ability to. Kingston is a big name when it comes to memory, but not as well known when it comes ssds. Kingston s fast and reliable sata and nvme ssds are also a great choice for new pc builds, servers, and system builders. As with any firmware update, we recommend that you back up your data prior to applying the firmware revision. Multiple languages are also supported with the included cd for hardware installation and software. Ssdnow v200 firmware update kingston rolls out performance enhancing ssdnow v200 firmware update, slashes price a new firmware update available for the 64gb and 128gb ssdnow v200 drives that increases performance and fixes a few bugs. Introduction ssd technology has evolved at an extremely fast pace and at this point you can get everything from an entry level drive that runs in the 100mbs read range.
This controller brings along trim support for the ride, with the ssdnow drives boasting read speeds of 200mbs with writes speeds at a respectable 160mbs. Considering the price of the software and what you get, the kingston drive. The price of ssd drives now is still very high, and unfortunately out of reach for a lot of people out there, the kingston ssdnow v boot drive offers an inexpensive solution that brings the performance gains of an ssd down to a level most. This is a relatively wide range which indicates that the kingston ssdnow v series 64gb performs inconsistently under varying real world conditions. Ssd manager monitor drive health and usage kingston. The original kingston ssdnow v 40gb drive is the classic example. The new firmware update increases iops performance for the 64gb and 128gb capacities. The ssdnow v200 is the latest generation of the entrylevel, budget v series that helps consumers revive and extend.
Sv100s2 firmware update 64gb and 128gb drives only. Kingston ssd manager is an application that provides users with the ability to. The 120gb kingston ssdnow v300 series internal solidstate drive ssd is priced to appeal to ordinary consumers at. The baseline model for consumers, dubbed the v series, is one of the most affordable models on the market from any of the big name companies. Kingston revealed its next generation of entrylevel ssds, the ssdnow v200 series. This means that outfits such as kingston must take thirdparty hardware off the shelf and are at the mercy of their suppliers. Tax kingstons budget 40gb intel x25v didnt last very. Hsinchu, taiwan june 14, 2012 kingston, the independent world leader in memory products, today announced a new firmware update for the. Kingston ssdnow v200 ssds get firmware update and price cut. Kingston ssdnow v series 64gb ssd upgrade kit page 10 final. If you need any assistance with the firmware update or experience issues, please contact intel customer.
Add speed to an old desktop pc or laptop by upgrading from a hard disk drive hdd to a kingston ssd. The ssdnow v series drive is backed by a threeyear warranty. Kingston issued a firmware update for its 64gb and 128gb ssdnow v200 ssds that fixes bugs and improves drive performance, you can download it over. Ive found an interesting offer for the kingston 64gb ssdnow v notebook bundle with an external 2. Click on the kingston ssd manager ksm link to initialize the software download. Kingston has really increased the performance on the new second generation ssdnow v series drive without raising the price. Notebook bundle includes system cloning software, usb enclosure and cable. Nov 11, 2010 the e and m series are just rebranded intel drives, these use intels x25e and x25m g2 controllers respectively with kingston logo on the enclosure. Normally when we see an ssd, we expect cardboard box type packaging with a few manuals and an antistatic bag to come included with the ssd. Kingston offers this ssd in a laptop or desktop bundles with 64gb, 128gb, and 256gb capacities. The range of scores 95th 5th percentile for the kingston ssdnow v series 64gb is 41. Kingston ssdnow v series drive 2010 kingston technology corporation, 17600 newhope street, fountain valley, ca 92708 usa. Firmware update addresses kingston ssdnow v100 failures the.
Review of kingston ssdnow v200 128gb ssd desktop upgrade kit. Today well be looking at the kingstons 30gb v series drive. Jan 22, 2010 by robert tanner on january 22, 2010 in storage. If you have a 256gb ssdnow v200 drive theres no need to apply it. The kinston ssdnow v series boot drive is an inexpensive and easy solution to speed up your computer. Intel optane ssd 900p series firmware update to 435.
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