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Crucial 500GB MX500 2.5" Internal SATA SSD

BH #CRMX500500S1 • MFR #CT500MX500SSD1
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Crucial 500GB MX500 2.5" Internal SATA SSD
Key Features
  • 500GB Storage Capacity
  • 2.5"/7mm Form Factor
  • SATA III 6 Gb/s Interface
  • Up to 560 MB/s Sequential Read Speed
Add up to 500GB of storage capacity to a notebook or desktop computer with the MX500 2.5" Internal SATA SSD from Crucial. This solid-state drive fits in the system's 2.5" drive bay and comes with a 7 to 9.5mm spacer for compatibility with bigger bays. Crucial has equipped the MX500 SSD with a SATA Interface, Silicon Motion SM2258 controller, and Micron 3D TLC NAND Flash technology to deliver up to 560 MB/s sequential reads and 510 MB/s sequential writes. For securing sensitive data, AES-256 encryption and Opal 2.0 are available. Additionally, included along with the drive is Acronis True Image software, which provides an easy-to-use backup solution.
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Crucial MX500 Internal SSD Overview

Add up to 500GB of storage capacity to a notebook or desktop computer with the MX500 2.5" Internal SATA SSD from Crucial. This solid-state drive fits in the system's 2.5" drive bay and comes with a 7 to 9.5mm spacer for compatibility with bigger bays. Crucial has equipped the MX500 SSD with a SATA Interface, Silicon Motion SM2258 controller, and Micron 3D TLC NAND Flash technology to deliver up to 560 MB/s sequential reads and 510 MB/s sequential writes. For securing sensitive data, AES-256 encryption and Opal 2.0 are available. Additionally, included along with the drive is Acronis True Image software, which provides an easy-to-use backup solution.

Supported Features
Dynamic Write Acceleration, Redundant Array of Independent NAND (RAIN), Multistep Data Integrity Algorithm, Adaptive Thermal Protection, Integrated Power Loss Immunity, Active Garbage Collection, TRIM Support, Self-Monitoring and Reporting Technology (SMART), Error Correction Code (ECC), Device Sleep Support

Crucial MX500 Internal SSD Specs

Key Specs
Total Installed Storage
500 GB
Drive Type
SATA III / 2.5" 7 mm SSD
Read Speed
Random: 95,000 IOPS
Sequential: 560 MB/s
Write Speed
Random: 90,000 IOPS
Sequential: 510 MB/s
Drive Type
SATA III / 2.5" 7 mm SSD
Read Speed
Random: 95,000 IOPS
Sequential: 560 MB/s
Write Speed
Random: 90,000 IOPS
Sequential: 510 MB/s
Encryption Support
Yes, Hardware-Based
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)
1.8 Million Hours
Endurance (Total Bytes Written)
180 TB
General
Operating Conditions
32 to 158°F / 0 to 70°C 
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.16 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.2 x 5.1 x 0.7"

Crucial MX500 Internal SSD Reviews

Seems to work great

By Ian
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-01-28

It benchmarks fast, no problems setting up or being recognized by the system. Hopefully it will hold up!

Amazing

By Richone Records
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-11-18

Great drive after a few months, no issues what so ever. Will update in a year.

See any errors on this page?

does this drive come with cloning software?

does this drive come with cloning software?
Asked by: Adrian
Is the Acronis True Image software is it Free?
Answered by: Amador
Date published: 2020-12-26

Is this hard drive compatible with Lenovo ...

Is this hard drive compatible with Lenovo Ideacentre a310, cheaset intel series 3?
Asked by: Mick Alex
This drive uses a SATA connection so if the motherboard has two of these ports on it then it will work just fine.
Answered by: Dylan
Date published: 2021-02-19

Micro SD adapter To lightning connector

Micro SD adapter To lightning connector
Asked by: Arturo
This hard drive has a SATA connection. This device is not a card reader. I believe that you are looking for a card reader.
Answered by: Zev
Date published: 2020-10-02

warranty?

warranty?
Asked by: Robert
5 years. A perfect drive by the way. Fast and reliable.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-05-19

Could this drive support recording 4k at 60p?

Could this drive support recording 4k at 60p?
Asked by: Saul
yes. some lower speed SD cards do.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-10-12

Is the actual useable storage space 500gb or is ...

Is the actual useable storage space 500gb or is it less?
Asked by: A J
All drives will have less capacity once you have formatted it. A 500GB drive like the Crucial 500GB MX500 2.5" Internal SATA SSD BH #CRMX500500S1 will have approximately 475GB of usable space or a bit less.
Answered by: Miguel M
Date published: 2022-02-14

Do it work with Aspire 3 a315-34 laptop?

Do it work with Aspire 3 a315-34 laptop?
Asked by: Wepnz
We use them in Mac laptops and iMacs. You can go to the Crucial website and it will let you enter the machine and suggest the SSD for you.
Answered by: Gary
Date published: 2022-05-19

can i use win7 backup/restore to transfer system ...

can i use win7 backup/restore to transfer system image?
Asked by: Harry
Yes you can, but Macrium Reflect will be more intuitive.
Answered by: Katherine
Date published: 2022-11-24
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