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Transcend's SSD18M Portable Solid State Drive Meets U.S. Military Drop-Test Standards
Announcement / Corporate June 02, 2009, 19:21 IST

Competing with 3,231 submissions from 49 different countries.

Outperformed rival products by capitalizing on winning combination of trendy looks and practical storage performance.

Transcend Information, Inc. (Transcend), a worldwide leader in storage and multimedia products, has announced that its popular 1.8-inch SSD18M portable solid state drive has been fully tested to meet strict U.S. military drop-test standards. This emphasizes the fact that Transcend's SSD18M not only features stylish good looks and high-speed data transfer rates, but also robust durability that sets a new standard for modern solid state drives.

Mr. Austin Huang, Regional Head - Sales, SAARC & APAC, Transcend, said, “We are extremely delighted to let our customers’ know that Transcend’s SSD18M portable solid state drive has proved to be truly dependable specimen of technology that can keep their valuable data safely protected inside. Transcend’s SSD18M portable solid state drive is superior to any other SSD available in the market today and we are confident that the ever growing popularity and sales of these drives in India and worldwide are a testimony to the fact that our customers also feel the same.” 

Transcend's design team devoted themselves to ensuring portable SSD18M is the safest device to store personal data, as it offers excellent protection against both vibration and impact damage. Adopting a comprehensive test method that conforms to rigorous U.S. military standards (MIL-STD-810F 516.5-Transit Drop), the test laboratory makes sure the SSD18M is able to withstand direct impact and protect stored data from drops effectively. Aside from shock-resistant feature, the SSD18M comes with both eSATA and USB2.0 interface options to offer the ultimate in connection flexibility and performance, with read speeds of up to 90MB/s and write speeds up to 50MB/s. In addition, the SSD18M's chic gloss diamond pattern fascia also distinguishes it as a genuinely fashionable device.

Measuring only 80mm x 50mm x 12.5mm and weighting just 50g, Transcend's SSD18M portable solid state drive provides ultra-portable convenience-with a comfortable shape that fits perfectly in a pocket, briefcase or purse. Combining portability, speed, and shockproof durability inside an extremely elegant exterior, these features have earned the SSD18M multiple "editor's choice" awards from worldwide leading IT publications. Now available in 32GB, 64GB and 128GB capacities, Transcend's 1.8" portable solid state drives are backed by a two-year warranty with the support of a comprehensive global service network.

Product Features

  • Built-in 1.8" high-speed solid state drive
  • Two connection options: eSATA and USB2.0
  • Slim, lightweight, pocket-friendly size
  • Non-volatile Flash Memory for outstanding data retention
  • Built-in ECC (Error Correction Code) functionality and wear-leveling algorithm ensures highly reliable of data transfer
  • Lower Power Consumption
  • Size: 80.0mm x 50.0mm x 12.5mm
  • Op. Voltage: DC 5V
  • Op. Temperature: 0°C(32°F) to 70°C(158°F)
  • Weight: 50g
  • Certification: CE, FCC, BSMI
  • Performance: USB2.0: Read/Write speed up to 35/25 MB/sec
  • eSATA: Read/Write up to 90/50 MB/sec
  • Shock Resistance: 1500G, 0.8ms
  • Vibration Resistance: 3.0G, 5 - 800Hz 
  • Warranty: 2 years
  • Availability:
    * Redington: 91-9381924185, 91-44-32467705
    * Supertron: 91-33-2213-1221/23
    * Mediaman: 91-22-23823100/3200
    * Bharti Teletech: 91-9871115703
  • Pricing (MRP):
    * 32GB: Rs. 7000 /-
    * 64GB: Rs. 12000 /-
    * 128GB: Rs. 20000 /-

About Transcend
Transcend is a globally recognized leader in the manufacture of memory products and peripherals. Established in 1988, Transcend offers a full line of standard and proprietary memory modules, USB flash drives and portable hard drives, solid-state disks, MP3 players, flash memory cards, card readers, and multimedia products. Transcend has manufacturing facilities in Taiwan and China, and has offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, The Netherlands, Japan, Taiwan, and China. For more information, please visit www.transcendusa.com.

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