WD_BLACK SN7100 2TB Gen4 NVMe SSD

WD_BLACK SN7100 2TB Gen4 NVMe SSDThe WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100 NVMe SSD is a Gen4 M. 2 drive designed for high performance gaming and creative workloads. Delivering speeds up to 7,250 MB s, it ensures ultra fast load times and smooth multitasking. Ideal for desktops or gaming laptops needing top tier storage performance. Product Specification Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4, NVMe 1. 4 Form Factor: M. 2 2280 Capacity: 2TB Sequential Read Speed: Up to 7,250 MB s Sequential Write Speed: Up to 6,600

The WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100 NVMe SSD is a Gen4 M.2 drive designed for high-performance gaming and creative workloads. Delivering speeds up to 7,250 MB/s, it ensures ultra-fast load times and smooth multitasking. Ideal for desktops or gaming laptops needing top-tier storage performance.

Product Specification

Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4, NVMe 1.4
Form Factor: M.2 2280
Capacity: 2TB
Sequential Read Speed: Up to 7,250 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed: Up to 6,600 MB/s
NAND Type: 3D TLC NAND
Endurance (TBW): 1200 TBW
Heatsink: No
Model Number: WDS200T4X0E
Compatibility: Desktop and laptop systems with M.2 Gen4 support

Key Features

Extreme PCIe Gen4 Speeds: Delivers blazing-fast performance with up to 7,250 MB/s read speeds, cutting down game load times and file transfers dramatically.
Optimized for Gaming Systems: Built for intense gaming sessions, this SSD supports high-speed data streaming, texture loading, and faster boot-ups.
High Endurance for Heavy Use: Rated at 1200 TBW, it's designed to handle long-term intensive workloads like 4K editing, streaming, and frequent data writes.
Slim M.2 2280 Design: The compact form factor fits desktops and laptops alike, providing a space-saving upgrade without compromising on performance.
Next-Gen 3D TLC NAND Technology: Uses high-performance NAND flash to ensure better speed consistency, power efficiency, and thermal control under load.

How it works

The WD_BLACK SN7100 installs directly into a compatible M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 x4 slot on your motherboard. Once connected, it communicates with your system via NVMe 1.4 protocol for ultra-fast data access. It instantly accelerates your OS boot time, reduces game and app loading delays, and supports multitasking without lag. With no moving parts and a durable 3D NAND build, it offers stability, efficiency, and reduced heat output. It’s plug-and-play with supported systems and recognized by your BIOS for seamless configuration.

FAQs

Is the SN7100 backward compatible with PCIe Gen3?

Yes, it will work on Gen3 slots but at reduced speeds compared to Gen4.

Does this SSD include a heatsink?

No, this version does not come with a heatsink; it’s a bare drive and may require external cooling in high-performance setups.

Is this SSD compatible with PlayStation 5?

No, the WD_BLACK SN7100 is not officially listed as PS5 compatible; it lacks the required heatsink and PS5-specific firmware.

What software can I use to monitor the drive?

You can use the WD Dashboard software to monitor drive health, firmware updates, and performance stats.

Note: This item is in used condition.