What is the capacity and form factor of the Toshiba THNSNK256GVN8?

The drive offers 256 GB capacity (238.4 GiB usable) in an M.2 2280 form factor, measuring 22mm wide by 80mm long. This fits standard M.2 slots supporting SATA interface, with Advanced Format support for compatibility with modern systems. Source: Search results , .

What interface and controller does it use?

It uses SATA 3.2 interface with Phison controller and firmware K8DC4101, where firmware upgrades are supported. ATA version ACS-3 ensures compatibility. This setup provides reliable SATA performance without NVMe requirements. Source: Search result .

What are the read and write speeds?

Sequential read speed reaches 545 MB/s and write speed 388 MB/s. These specs, driven by TLC flash and Phison controller, support efficient data operations in laptops and desktops. Source: Search result .

What security features are available?

Features drive access restriction, enhanced security erase with 2-minute data destruction time, Host Protected Area (HPA) support, and HPA password. Instant data destruction and Trusted Computing are not supported. Ideal for secure data handling. Source: Search result .

What are the temperature specifications?

Critical maximum temperature is 80°C, recommended maximum 40°C, maximum 82°C, average maximum 79°C. Full self-test time is 11 minutes. These allow operation in standard IT environments with proper cooling. Source: Search result .

THNSNK256GVN8 - Toshiba THNSNK256GVN8 M.2 2280 256GB SATA SSD

Name: Toshiba THNSNK256GVN8 M.2 2280 256GB SATA SSD
Brand: Toshiba
SKU: THNSNK256GVN8

THNSNK256GVN8 - Toshiba THNSNK256GVN8 M.2 2280 256GB SATA SSD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Toshiba THNSNK256GVN8 is an M.2 2280 form factor SSD with 256 GB capacity, equivalent to 238.4 GiB usable space. It utilizes SATA 3.2 interface and ATA ACS-3 standards. Equipped with a Phison controller and firmware version K8DC4101, firmware upgrades are supported. The drive features Triple Level Cell (TLC) flash memory technology. Performance includes sequential read speeds up to 545 MB/s and write speeds up to 388 MB/s. Security functions encompass drive access restriction, enhanced security erase with 2-minute data destruction time, Host Protected Area (HPA) support, and HPA password protection. Trusted computing is not supported. Thermal specifications include a critical maximum temperature of 80°C, recommended maximum of 40°C, overall maximum of 82°C, and average maximum of 79°C. Full self-test completes in 11 minutes. Advanced Format is supported. This SSD suits enterprise storage needs requiring reliable SATA M.2 integration.

256 GB capacity, M.2 2280 form factor
SATA 3.2 interface, Phison controller
Read 545 MB/s, write 388 MB/s speeds
TLC flash, Advanced Format support
Security erase in 2 minutes, HPA support
Critical temp 80°C, self-test 11 min

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Sequential Write
Manufacturer part #	THNSNK256GVN8
Brand	Toshiba
Condition	New
Model	THNSNK256GVN8
Capacity	256 GB (238.4 GiB)
Controller	Phison
ATA Version	ACS-3
Form Factor	M.2 2280
Product Line	SG5 Series
Product Type	SSD
Sequential Read	496 MBytes/Sec

Compatible systems

Dell
Model: M4Y0W
Form factor: M.2 2280
Dell OEM SSD with Toshiba PN THNSNK256GVN8

Best for

Laptop Upgrades
Compatible with M.2 2280 slots supporting SATA interface, provides 256 GB capacity with read speeds up to 545 MB/s for improved boot times.
Desktop Storage
M.2 SATA SSD with 256 GB storage and write speeds up to 388 MB/s, suitable for secondary drives in systems with compatible slots.
Enterprise Servers
Features Phison controller, security erase in 2 minutes, and temperature management up to 80°C critical max for data center deployments.
Embedded Systems
Supports Advanced Format and firmware upgrades with 11-minute full self-test, ideal for reliable operation in constrained environments.

NAND Type	TLC
Maximum Read Speed	364 MiB/s
Maximum Buffered Read Speed	436 MiB/s

Interface	SATA 3.2
Maximum Interface Speed	600 MB/s

Toshiba THNSNK256GVN8 M.2 2280 256GB SATA SSD

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