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Samsung SSD 840 EVO
Your computing life upgraded with 840 EVO
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It’s time for your PC to evolve
Evolve your PC to a whole new level with Samsung SSD
840 EVO
When selecting the right solid state drive (SSD) for your PC, look
to the experts. As a world leader in technology, Samsung offers
SSDs with superior performance, quality hardware components and
innovative, all-in-one solutions. A Samsung SSD ensures that your PC
carries out commands quickly and reliably so that you’ll have more
time for business or personal tasks. With Samsung SSD 840 EVO,
2.5-inch 840 EVO and 840 EVO mSATA , the evolution of SSDs has
arrived. Featuring innovative SSD technologies from Samsung in a
sleek design, 2.5-inch 840 EVO delivers superior, reliable performance
for everyday PC usage. And, 840 EVO mSATA combines the best
840 EVO technologies in a thin, exceptionally light SSD designed for
ultra-thin laptop PCs. Both drives feature the next generation of SSD
evolution with Samsung’s new 3-bit MLC technology that provides
fast performance and superb self-monitoring features to ensure
reliability. Your PC will stay connected longer, consume less energy
and power up from the sleep mode instantly.
Integrated solution combining top-quality components
Just as delectable dishes are made from the best ingredients,
Samsung combines the finest components to create superior-quality
SSDs. Samsung uses the best quality NAND flash memory chips from
its own fabrication lines for SSDs. Only the chips with the highest
quality, top performance and greatest longevity potential are selected
for SSDs, the most demanding of memory applications.
With all the components, including controllers and DRAM, produced
by Samsung, the quality of your SSD is assured. Advanced new
firmware that optimizes how the components go together enables
Samsung to serve up the right combination for your PC’s best
performance and reliability. Let the 840 EVO the new addition to our
lineup of superior SSDs, evolve your PC.
Max 1GB LPDDR2
DRAM
All components are
designed & produced
in Samsung
3-core MEX
Controller
Firmware
Toggle DDR2.0
NAND flash memory
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Faster performance for everyday use
Boost productivity with all-new, faster performance
840 EVO 2.5-inch SSD and ultra-slim 840 EVO mSATA feature fast
sequential and random read and write speeds to complete tasks
quickly. Samsung’s new 3-bit MLC NAND flash memory stores data
more efficiently, increasing both speed and reliability. Whether it’s a
heavy business task like video file editing or a simple operation like a
virus scan, 840 EVO run every job smoothly and quickly. Multitasking
is a simple job for these SSDs, which can operate several tasks
simultaneously to increase your productivity. Samsung’s innovative
TurboWrite technology dramatically boosts the 840 EVO’s sequential
write rate. The drives’ random read rate for light workloads (QD1) is
10,000 Input / Output Operations Per Second (IOPS), the best in the
industry. To improve system-level performance, turn on the RAPID
mode on Samsung Magician software to use the PC’s free DRAM as
a cache. Working with the high-performing 840 EVO makes everyday
computer use more efficient and productive. Now, your computer can
keep the pace as you whiz through daily business tasks.
Enjoy Higher Performance
RAPID mode : Enjoy rapid performance by switching to a
higher gear
Like changing gears in a car, with Magician software you have the
option of RAPID mode, enhancing performance by processing data
on a system level through the use of free PC memory (DRAM) as a
cache. Depending on your PC memory (DRAM), you can expect higher
performance and more efficient command processing, which improves
with repeated tasking. Boost into a higher gear to vastly improve QD1
random write performance to almost the same level as QD32.
TurboWrite : Always be in high acceleration
If you are a speed demon, you will certainly enjoy the new level of
excitement 840 EVO offers you. Thanks to Samsung’s TurboWrite
technology, 840 EVO can deliver much faster sequential write speeds
compared to the previous 840 model, quadrupling the speed from 130
to 520MB/s in 120GB drives, and doubling it from 250 to 520MB/s in
250GB drives. The drive’s random read rate for light workloads (QD1)
is 10,000 Input / Output Operations Per Second (IOPS), the best in
the industry. Utilizing an innovative write acceleration algorithm and
high performance write buffer, you can expect accelerated speeds
and higher satisfaction from your PC.
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Choose the capacity that’s right for you
Gain flexibility with more choices of capacity and a thinner
form factor
With a wide range of capacities including basic 120GB, a rare 750GB
offering and the spacious 1TB capacity, 840 EVO have the perfect SSD
for any PC upgrade. Because they’re offered in the same capacities as
conventional HDDs, 840 EVO eliminate the need to scale up or scale
down the PC drive size to satisfy storage needs. Plus, both models
deliver real 1TB drives rather than the 960GB drives that were previously
labeled on some SSDs as “1TB drives.” When considering an upgrade,
there’s no need to sacrifice capacity for a conveniently thin form factor.
Though small in size, the 840 EVO mSATA is big on capacity. Boasting
the same capacity options as the larger 2.5-inch 840 EVO but much
Transforming the computing experience for all users
For users at home : The boost to your day-to-day tasks
Your daily workload usually includes a little bit of everything-listening to music, watching videos, and doing homework or ofce work. 840 EVO
make sure you can keep on doing these tasks smoothly with a lightning fast read rate for light workloads (QD1) at 10,000 IOPS, the best in the
industry. Load programs and applications over 4x faster than standard HDDs to take care of all your daily tasks with less wait time, so you can
accomplish the day’s errands in less time to have more time for yourself.
thinner (2.75 mm / 0.11 in.) and lighter (8.5 g / 0.3 oz.), it’s the smart
choice for ultra-thin laptop PCs.
For Users at office : Finish your work faster
Boost your performance at work with an SSD that allows you to work on multiple operations at a rate that’s more than 3x faster than an HDD.
Work on your presentation and business reports while checking e-mail, downloading and copying les and documents. For faster performance,
take your PC into a higher gear with RAPID mode with Samsung Magic software. In RAPID mode you can use free PC memory (DRAM) as a
cache, vastly improving QD1 random write performance to almost the same level as QD32. Working more efciently with 840 EVO will help you
nish your work faster so that you can go home earlier.
For gamers : Let your game’s story continue on
When you’re in the middle of destroying the big boss or about to nish a mission the last thing you need is your computer to lag or become
choppy. 2.5-inch 840 EVO smoothly loads your game data so that your exciting gaming experience continues on. With superior read and write
speeds, 840 EVO will take your gaming to a new level with improved graphics as well as seamless game play. Stay immersed in your favorite
game whether it’s a rst person shooter or a massive-multiplayer online game and enjoy without interruption.
For photographers and graphic designers : The performance to support your creativity
Unleash your creativity on the digital canvas with 840 EVO, which will enable your PC to keep up with your intricate strokes and sophisticated
editing. With a speed 8x faster than an HDD in copying les and twice faster in multi-web loading, access and use large photo les with ease.
Using TurboWrite technology, you can triple sequential write speeds so that you can retouch and save your works faster. 840 EVO will help you
keep your art work safe even when you work outdoors, with more resistance to shocks and vibration, and thermal guard to keep your PC from
heating up.
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Unmatched reliability for consistently superior performance
Reduce power consumption for energy savings and
longer usage
Now, you can experience always-on, always-connected business use
of your laptop PC. Instead of running out of power and searching for
an outlet when you’re on the go, you can focus on work tasks for a
longer time. Samsung 840 EVO mSATA Device Sleep (DEVSLP) lets
you stay connected longer and power up faster. Your PC no longer
needs to go into standby mode to conserve battery life, nor you have
to wait for it to power back on. 840 EVO features lower idle power
consumption compared to HDDs. This is important because PCs
spend 80 to 90 percent of their time sitting idle. 840 EVO promotes
energy savings and longer battery life, which gives you more time to
complete business tasks.
Unmatched reliability for consistently high performance
High performance is great, but you want to keep it up at all times, not just
for brief moments. Here’s a solution: 2.5-inch 840 EVO helps toughen up
your PC so that it can cope with almost any daily life situation.
Shocks, vibrations, high temperatures—bring it on! With its robust strength,
2.5-inch 840 EVO boasts an incredibly long life expectancy and a very low
failure rate. What’s more, Samsung offers a 3-year warranty to back it up.
The reliability of 840 EVO do not apply only to its physique. Equipped with
Advanced Signal Processing, 840 EVO automatically corrects errors so
you’ll worry less about your data’s stability. Plus, using Samsung Self-
Monitoring Analysis & Reporting Technology (SMART), you can track your
SSD’s health status. SMART warns you of any unforeseen errors before
they occur, so you’ll be prepared.
Protect your PC
strongly
Keep your PC performance safe from heat
One thing to watch for when you’re using your PC for a long time is
the heat making your PC sluggish. With 840 EVO, your PC stays cool,
even when you sometimes overwork it. Samsung’s Dynamic Thermal
Guard Algorithm in 840 EVO’ firmware monitors the temperature of the
SSD, preventing it at optimal operating temperature. When the SSD
is exposed to hot weather or extreme temperatures, the algorithm
controls the SSD’s power supply to keep it cool. The throttling feature
can drop the SSD’s temperature when necessary to protect your data
and ensure the responsiveness you expect.
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Unbreakable encryption to safeguard your data
Simple and easy tools for a convenient upgrade
Now, with the performance and reliability proven, you would be
wondering: how do I use this great solution? Installing and managing
an SSD may look daunting, but with 840 EVO, your upgrade becomes
simple and quick. Using a SATA-to-USB 3.0 connector included in the
laptop upgrade package, for a data size of 100GB, you can migrate
all the data from your HDD to 840 EVO in only 24 minutes-just a third
of the time needed for a SATA-to-USB 2.0 connector offered in some
previous models. Using the One-stop Install Navigator software toolkit,
your SSD installation will be a snap. One-stop Install Navigator will guide
you smoothly through the whole installation process. The Samsung Data
Migration software features straightforward three-step process with
options to help migrate your data in the optimal way. Conveniently monitor
and manage your SSD with the Samsung Magician software also included
in the toolkit. Samsung Magician will help you maximize performance with
benchmarking, advanced OS optimization, disk health status tracking and
over-provisioning settings. 840 EVO make your upgrade a simple job, and
your PC’s awesome performance will leave you feeling glad that you did.
One-Stop Install Navigator
Auto install guide + Data migration + Magician S/W
Protect important data with secure encryption technology
Using your laptop PC outside of the office exposes your information
to new vulnerabilities. Now, you can trust 840 EVO’s Self-Encrypting
Drive (SED) security technology to safeguard your data. With AES
256-bit hardware-based encryption, you can enjoy enforced data
security without performance degradation that users may experience
with a software-based encryption by simply setting HDD password on
BIOS, or using TCG Opal and IEEE 1667 compliant solutions for more
advanced security management.
Start Program
Start Data Migration
Confirm & Execute
(100GB in 24 min (SATA-to-USB 3.0))
3 step Migration
840 EVO 2.5-inch Media Review
“840 was good,
840 EVO is better”
“the end result is...
different”
- Tom’s Hardware -
840 EVO mSATA Media Review
“Wow, large capacity
for a mSATA~!”
- AnandTech -
“To say that I really like the EVO
is an understatement”
“…..it’ll be a real winner and
probably my pick for
best Z mainstream SSD”
- AnandTech -
“Looks great as long as they don’t try
sticking them in smaller drives to save
money (and kill performance by not
populating all channels)”
- The SSD Review -
“The 840 EVO has set
a new benchmark for
mainstream
consumer SSDs”
- HEXUS -
“It’s great that these are on the market.
I just wish there were a lot more low
cost laptops with an mSATA slot
available as an easy path to upgrade”
- Hardware
Heaven -
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Technical specifications
Samsung SSD 840 EVO
Form Factor
Usage Application
Capacity
Dimensions (LxWxH)
Interface
Controller
NAND Flash Memory
DRAM Cache Memory
Performance**
TRIM Support
Garbage Collection
S.M.A.R.T
Security
Weight
Reliability
Power Consumption
Temperature
Humidity
Vibration
Shock
Warranty
System Conguration : Intel Core i7-3770 @ 3.4GHz, 4GB DDR3 SDRAM (2GBx2) 1333Mbps; Asus motherboard with Intel 7 Series Z77 Chipset; Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1; IRST
11.2, MS performance guide pre-condition.
* 840 EVO is not validated for data center usage.
**Sequential performance measurements based on CrystalDiskMark v.3.0.1. Random performance measurements based on
Iometer 2010. Performance may vary based on SSD’s rmware version, system hardware & conguration
***Sequential Write performance measurements reect TurboWrite operation.
****Power consumption measured with MobileMark 2007 in Windows 7. Values calculated using laptop computer and represent system-level power consumption.
2.5-inch mSATA
Client PCs* Client PCs* (Ultra-thin PCs compatible)
120GB, 250GB, 500GB, 750GB,1TB 120GB, 250GB, 500GB,1TB
100 x 69.85 x 6.8 (mm) (29.85±0.15) x (50.80±0.15) x Max 3.85 (mm)
SATA 6Gb/s (compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s) SATA 6Gb/s (compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s)
Samsung 3-core MEX Controller Samsung 3-core MEX Controller
1x nm Samsung Toggle DDR 2.0 NAND Flash Memory (400Mbps) 1x nm Samsung Toggle DDR 2.0 NAND Flash Memory (400Mbps)
256MB (120GB) or 512MB (250GB & 500GB) or
1GB (750 & 1TB) LPDDR2
Sequential Read : Max. 540MB/s Sequential Read : Max. 540MB/s
Sequential Write*** : Max. 520MB/s Sequential Write*** : Max. 520MB/s
4KB Random Read (QD1) : Max. 10,000 IOPS 4KB Random Read (QD1) : Max. 10,000 IOPS
4KB Random Write (QD1) : Max. 36,000 IOPS 4KB Random Write (QD1) :
Max. 98,000 IOPS (500GB / 750GB / 1TB)
4KB Random Read (QD32) :
4KB Random Write (QD32) :
Yes (Requires OS Support) Yes (Requires OS Support)
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
AES 256-bit Encryption
TCG Opal 2.0 / IEEE1667 compliant
Max. 53g (1TB) Max. 10g (1TB)
MTBF : 1.5 million hours MTBF : 1.5 million hours
Average : 0.1W **** (Typical) Average : 0.103W**** (Typical), Idle : 0.033W (Typical, DIPM ON)
Idle : 0.045W (Typical, DIPM ON) Device Sleep : 2mW
Operating : 0°C to 70°C / Non-Operating : -40°C to 85°C Operating : 0°C to 70°C / Non-Operating : -40°C to 85°C
5% to 95%, non-condensing 5% to 95%, non-condensing
Non-Operating : 20~2000Hz, 20G Non-Operating : 20~2000Hz, 20G
Non-Operating : 1500G , duration 0.5m sec, 3 axis Non-Operating : 1500G , duration 0.5m sec, 3 axis
3 years limited 3 years limited
Max. 97,000 IOPS (250GB)
Max. 94,000 IOPS (120GB)
Max. 90,000 IOPS (500GB / 750GB / 1TB)
Max. 70,000 IOPS (250GB) Max. 71,000 IOPS (250GB)
Max. 36,000 IOPS (120GB) Max. 37,000 IOPS (120GB)
256MB (120GB) or 512MB (250GB & 500GB) or
1GB (750 & 1TB) LPDDR2
Max. 40,000 IOPS (250GB / 500GB / 1TB)
Max. 37,000 IOPS (120GB)
Max. 97,000 IOPS (250GB / 500GB / 1TB)
4KB Random Read (QD32) :
Max. 95,000 IOPS (120GB)
Max. 88,000 (500GB / 1TB)
4KB Random Write (QD32) :
AES 256-bit Encryption
TCG Opal 2.0 / IEEE1667 compliant
2.5-inch Package-Set mSATA Package-Set
Laptop Upgrade kitDesktop Upgrade kitBasic (SSD Only)
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Technical specifications
Samsung 840 EVO 2.5-inch
Product Lineup
Model Name Box Contents Model Code
120 GB
250 GB
500 GB
750 GB
1TB
MZ-7TE120
MZ-7TE250
MZ-7TE500
MZ-7TE750 Basic (SSD Only) MZ-7TE750BW
MZ-7TE1T0 Basic (SSD Only) MZ-7TE1T0BW
Basic (SSD Only) MZ-7TE120BW
Desktop Upgrade kit MZ-7TE120KW
Basic (SSD Only) MZ-7TE250BW
Desktop Upgrade kit MZ-7TE250KW
Laptop Upgrade Kit MZ-7TE250LW
Basic (SSD Only) MZ-7TE500BW
Laptop Upgrade Kit MZ-7TE500LW
Samsung 840 EVO mSATA
Product Lineup
Model Name Box Contents Model Code
120GB
250GB
500GB
1TB
MZ-MTE120 Basic (SSD only) MZ-MTE120BW
MZ-MTE250 Basic (SSD only) MZ-MTE250BW
MZ-MTE500 Basic (SSD only) MZ-MTE500BW
MZ-MTE1T0 Basic (SSD only) MZ-MTE1T0BW
Package Set Contents
3.5” bracket with screws
SATA data cable
Mounting spacer
SATA to USB connector
SSD Installation Guide (Printed)
SSD Warranty Summary (Printed)
Samsung sofrware & manual CD
SSD Activation Sticker
Package Set Contents
SSD Warranty Summary (Printed)
SSD Activation Sticker
Basic Laptop upgrade Desktop upgrade
X X Yes
X X Yes
X Yes X
X Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes
Basic
Yes
Yes
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