OWCSSDAB2MB05 by Other World Computing

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Manufacturer Other World Computing
Manufacturer's Part Number OWCSSDAB2MB05
Description Hard Drives/Solid State Drives; Brand Name: OWC; Product Line: Aura; Product Model: SSDAB2MB05; Product Type: Solid State Drive; Storage Capacity: 480 GB;
NAME DESCRIPTION
Weight (Approximate): 21 g
Product Name: 480GB Aura SSD
Drive Type: Internal
Device Supported: MacBook
Limited Warranty: 3 Year
Encryption Standard: 128-bit
Depth: 89 mm
Brand Name: OWC
Marketing Information:

New Possibilities

For the first time, upgrade the PCIe-based flash SSD in your mid-2013 or later MacBook Pro with Retina display or MacBook Air with up to eight times the original capacity. Available in 480GB and 1TB capacities, the new Aura SSD continues OWC's dedication to giving you more from your Mac.

No Hassles or Hacks

Aura PCIe-based flash storage upgrades are precisely engineered for your Mac, so you'll never need to compromise your data by relying on complicated software hacks or TRIM-enablers to get the most from your upgrade. Just install, migrate your data, and enjoy the great performance of flash storage with up to eight times the capacity of the factory-installed drive.

Quality in Every Bit

Aura SSDs are designed from the ground up for reliable performance and complete compatibility with your Mac. It begins with choosing the highest-quality components, and then engineering a perfect-fit solution that simply works with your computer.

Tier-1 Flash — Aura SSDs use only top-rated flash for superior performance and dependability.

Superior Error Correction — Aura SSDs provide three levels of error correction for improved reliability and RAID-like protection for your data.

Cell-Level Data Refresh — Aura's SSD controller monitors data blocks and maintains correct charge at the cell level, improving the integrity of your data, and extending the life of your drive.

7% Over Provisioning

OWC SSDs perform maintenance tasks in the background that optimize the health, performance, and endurance of your flash drive. These jobs take advantage of available, unwritten areas on the SSD. Aura PCIe-based flash storage reserves 7% of the overall capacity as free space. Always. With this allocated free space, Aura SSDs can perform these normal maintenance tasks making your drive more stable, dependable, and ultimately a safer place to store your data.

Experience the OWC Difference

Aura SSDs for Mid-2013 and Later Macs are proudly designed in Austin, TX, and are backed by a 3-year limited warranty as well as a lifetime of free, award-winning USA-based support.

Product Type: Solid State Drive
Product Model: SSDAB2MB05
Height: 3.7 mm
Storage Capacity: 480 GB
Compatibility:
  • MacBook Pro
  • MacBook Air
Width: 24 mm
Product Line: Aura
Drive Interface: PCI Express