Kingston Technology 512G KC3000 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD

The Kingston KC3000 PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD (512GB, M.2 2280) delivers high-performance storage using a Gen 4x4 NVMe controller and 3D TLC NAND. With read speeds up to 7000 MB/s and write speeds up to 3900 MB/s, this compact drive is designed for desktops and laptops where fast loading, responsiveness and reliability are required. The M.2 2280 form factor and low-profile graphene aluminium heat spreader provide thermal management and easy installation in small-form-factor systems.

Advantages

Provides very high sequential read/write performance enabled by PCIe 4.0 NVMe technology, reducing load and transfer times for large files and demanding applications. Available capacities up to 4096 GB allow flexible storage expansion. The M.2 2280 format fits modern motherboards and SFF systems, and the graphene aluminium heat spreader improves thermal dissipation to help maintain sustained performance.

Suitable for

• High-performance desktop PCs and workstations
• Gaming laptops and small-form-factor systems
• 3D rendering, 4K+ video editing and content creation
• Fast system drive for operating system and applications

Key specifications

• Form factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
• Capacity: 512 GB
• Sequential read speed: up to 7000 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 3900 MB/s
• Weight: 0.007 kg
• Manufacturer model: SKC3000S/512G
• EAN: 740617324402

How to use

Power down the PC or laptop, open the chassis and locate the M.2 slot on the motherboard. Insert the Kingston KC3000 into the M.2 2280 socket at a slight angle and secure it with the mounting screw. Reassemble the system, power it on and initialize the drive in your operating system disk management tool. For best performance, install the OS and frequently used applications on the KC3000 and ensure the motherboard firmware and drivers support PCIe 4.0.

Recommendations

Install in a PCIe 4.0 compatible M.2 slot to achieve maximum advertised speeds; if installed in a PCIe 3.0 slot, actual throughput will be limited. Keep airflow around the drive to support the graphene aluminium heat spreader in dissipating heat for sustained performance.