Kingston KC600 512GB mSATA SATA III SSD SKC600MS/512G
The Kingston KC600 512GB mSATA SSD delivers a significant performance upgrade for business systems, offering read speeds up to 550 MB/s and robust 256-bit AES hardware encryption for critical data protection.
- Accelerated Performance: Achieve read speeds up to 550 MB/s and write speeds up to 520 MB/s, drastically reducing application load times and system boot-up for improved employee productivity.
- Hardware-Level Security: Benefit from 256-bit AES hardware encryption, safeguarding sensitive business data against unauthorized access without impacting system performance.
- Compact mSATA Form Factor: Integrate seamlessly into thin clients, embedded systems, and compact business laptops, extending the life of specialized hardware.
- Enhanced Data Endurance: With a 300 TBW rating and 1,000,000 hours MTBF, this SSD provides reliable, long-term storage for demanding business operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Kingston KC600 512GB mSATA SSD is engineered to revitalize business systems, leveraging a SATA Rev 3.0 interface to deliver sequential read speeds of 550 MB/s and write speeds of 520 MB/s, significantly enhancing system responsiveness.
Utilizing 3D TLC NAND technology, this drive supports a full security suite including 256-bit AES hardware encryption, TCG Opal, and eDrive, providing robust data protection for compliance-sensitive environments.
- Core Functionality: Provides 512GB of high-speed mSATA storage, ensuring ample space for operating systems and critical business applications with rapid access.
- Data Security: Features 256-bit AES hardware encryption, protecting sensitive company data at rest from breaches and meeting stringent regulatory requirements.
- System Responsiveness: Delivers up to 90,000 IOPS random read and 80,000 IOPS random write, accelerating database queries and multitasking for improved employee workflow.
- Compact Integration: The mSATA form factor (50.8 x 29.9 x 4.85 mm) allows for easy installation in space-constrained devices like thin clients and embedded industrial PCs.
- Operational Value: Boasts a 1,000,000-hour MTBF and 300 TBW endurance, offering long-term reliability and a lower total cost of ownership for business infrastructure.
Choose the Kingston KC600 mSATA SSD to provide your business systems with a secure, high-performance storage foundation.
Technical Specifications
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2Connectivity & I/O
3Physical & Environmental
4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
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What This Solves
Accelerated System Upgrades
Many businesses operate with older laptops or thin clients that are still functional but suffer from slow mechanical hard drives. This SSD provides a cost-effective performance boost, dramatically improving boot times, application loading, and multitasking capabilities for existing hardware.
Growing SMBs, educational institutions, healthcare clinics, administrative offices
Secure Data Storage for Mobile Devices
Employees often work with sensitive data on laptops, which are susceptible to loss or theft, posing a significant data breach risk. The drive's 256-bit AES hardware encryption automatically protects all data at rest, ensuring compliance and safeguarding proprietary information even if the device is compromised.
Law firms, insurance agencies, financial advisors, field service teams, remote workforces
Reliable Storage for Embedded Systems
Industrial PCs, kiosks, and specialized equipment require robust storage that can withstand continuous operation and varying environmental conditions. With a 1,000,000-hour MTBF and high vibration tolerance, this SSD delivers the durability and reliability needed for mission-critical embedded applications, minimizing service interruptions.
Manufacturing plants, retail POS systems, digital signage networks, medical diagnostic equipment
Key Features
512 GB SSD capacity
Provides ample storage for operating systems, essential business applications, and critical data, ensuring systems run efficiently without storage constraints.
Read speed: 550 MB/s
Accelerates system boot-up and application loading times, reducing employee wait times and boosting daily productivity.
256-bit AES hardware encryption
Secures sensitive business data at the hardware level, protecting against unauthorized access and helping meet stringent data privacy compliance requirements.
mSATA form factor
Enables seamless integration into compact business laptops, thin clients, and embedded industrial systems, extending the useful life of specialized hardware.
Mean time between failures (MTBF): 1,000,000 h
Ensures exceptional long-term reliability and operational stability, minimizing downtime and reducing maintenance costs for business infrastructure.
Industry Applications
Healthcare & Life Sciences
For medical carts, diagnostic equipment, or administrative thin clients requiring secure, fast data access and reliable operation.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Deployed in embedded systems, industrial PCs, or control panels where compact, durable, and secure storage is essential for operational continuity.
Legal & Professional Services
Used in business laptops or compact workstations to protect sensitive client data with hardware encryption and ensure rapid document access.
Retail & Hospitality
Integrated into point-of-sale (POS) systems or digital signage players for quick transaction processing and secure data storage in high-traffic environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of devices are compatible with this mSATA SSD?
This Kingston KC600 mSATA SSD is compatible with laptops, thin clients, and embedded systems that feature an mSATA slot and support the SATA III interface. It is designed for compact form factor devices.
Does this SSD require special software for its hardware encryption features?
The 256-bit AES hardware encryption is managed at the drive level and typically integrates with system BIOS/UEFI or TCG Opal management software, not requiring proprietary Kingston software for basic operation.
What is the expected lifespan of this 512GB SSD under typical business use?
With a TBW (Terabytes Written) rating of 300 TB and a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 1,000,000 hours, this SSD is engineered for robust endurance and reliability, suitable for daily business operations over many years.
Can this SSD be used as a boot drive to improve system startup times?
Yes, the Kingston KC600 512GB mSATA SSD is ideal for use as a primary boot drive, significantly reducing operating system startup times and accelerating the loading of critical business applications compared to traditional HDDs.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Limited 5-year warranty with free technical support ***
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.