Samsung 840 EVO User manual

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Summary
-2.5” SATA 6Gb/s SSD for Desktop & Laptop PC
-Samsung 3-core MEX controller
-Samsung 1x nm Toggle DDR 2.0 NAND Flash
memory
-Up to 1GB Samsung Low Power DDR2 SDRAM
cache memory
-Samsung Magician 4.2 Software for SSD
management
-Samsung Data Migration 2.0 Software
-7mm profile
The must-have solution for
your PC upgrade
The evolution of the SSD has arrived as the
Samsung SSD 840 EVO with more speed, more
reliability and much easier upgrade tools.
Combining the best SSD technology from
Samsung, 840 EVO delivers a superior
computing experience.
Faster performance for everyday use
The market-leading 840 Series SSD was
significantly improved upon in the 840 EVO.
Samsung’s new TurboWrite technology delivers
dramatically faster sequential write performance.
And, with upgrades to NAND, a new controller
and firmware, the 840 EVO has superfast
responsiveness under everyday workloads.
Proven quality and trusted reliability
Samsung’s unparalleled end-to-end integration
allows us to deliver a reliable, high-performance
2nd generation 3-bit MLC SSD. The upgraded
firmware and advanced signal processing
guarantees the same level of endurance and
reliability as our previous generation, while
improving performance. The 840EVO’s ultra-low
power consumption helps extend laptop battery
life longer than before.
In addition, Samsung’s “Dynamic Thermal Guard”
algorithm in 840 EVO maintains optimal
operating temperature for the drive.
Samsung 840 EVO is backed by the same 3-year
limited warranty as the previous generation.
Samsung SSD 840 EVO
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Easier-than-ever upgrade tools
As SSDs become more main stream, it is
important to make the installation process as
smooth and simple as possible. Samsung’s One-
stop Installation Navigator is a comprehensive
guide for software setup, data migration process
and hardware installation. The Samsung Data
Migration software is simple to use - yet provides
a very powerful “Custom Cloning” feature that
makes migration work even when source data is
greater than the SSD’s capacity. In addition,
SATA to USB 3.0 connector makes data
migration up to three times faster than USB 2.0
for laptop upgrades*. Together, it is now easier
than ever to get setup and running with
Samsung SSDs.
(*SATA to USB 3.0 connector is bundled only with Laptop
Upgrade package)
Samsung Magician Software
Magician eliminates the confusion and
uncertainties of SSD management, making it
simple for users to maximize the performance
and lifetime of their Samsung SSD. In addition to
its performance optimization features, Magician
(from the version 4.2) also provides 840 EVO
users the option to enable RAPID mode (Real-
time Accelerated Processing of Input-output
Data) –an innovative performance
enhancement that processes data on a system
level by using free DRAM memory as a cache.
Once enabled in Magician, RAPID mode provides
an overall PC performance boost.
More Powerful Data Security
Solutions
The Samsung SSD 840 EVO introduces two
important features for data security: hardware-
based AES 256bit Full Disk Encryption (FDE) and
PSID. Hardware-based AES Encryption helps
safeguard data against attack by encrypting all
information on the disk at the hardware level,
which means there is no detrimental effect on
performance.
When you forget your SSD security password,
PSID protects your data on the drive by
executing a cryptographic erase which returns
the drive to its factory status, preventing any
unauthorized access to your data.
A complete, user-friendly
solution
With a wide range of capacities from 120GB to
the spacious 1TB, the 840 EVO will help you find
the perfect SSD for your PC upgrade. And,
Samsung’s 1TB drive is a real 1,000GB of user-
addressable capacity.
The Samsung SSD 840 EVO is available in three
packaging configurations: Basic (Drive only),
Laptop Upgrade and Desktop Upgrade kit. The
Laptop Upgrade kit comes with a SATA to USB
3.0 connector and a mounting spacer. The
Desktop Upgrade kit includes a SATA to USB 2.0
connector, a SATA data cable, screws, a 2.5” to
3.5” adapter bracket.

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Technical Specifications
Samsung SSD 840 EVO
Usage Application
Client PCs*
Capacity
120GB, 250GB, 500GB,750GB,1TB
Dimensions (LxWxH)
100 x 69.85 x 6.8 (mm)
Interface
SATA 6Gb/s (compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s)
Form Factor
2.5-inch
Controller
Samsung 3-core MEX Controller
NAND Flash Memory
1x nm Samsung Toggle DDR 2.0 NAND Flash Memory (400Mbps)
DRAM Cache Memory
256MB (120GB) or 512MB(250GB&500GB) or 1GB (750&1TB) LPDDR2
Performance**
Sequential Read:
Max. 540 MB/s
Sequential Write***:
Max. 520 MB/s (250GB/500GB/750GB/1TB)
Max. 410 MB/s (120GB)
4KB Random Read (QD1):
Max. 10,000 IOPS
4KB Random Write(QD1):
Max. 33,000 IOPS
4KB Random Read(QD32):
Max. 98,000 IOPS (500GB/750GB/1TB)
Max. 97,000 IOPS (250GB)
Max. 94,000 IOPS (120GB)
4KB Random Write(QD32):
Max. 90,000 IOPS (500GB/750GB/1TB)
Max. 66,000 IOPS (250GB)
Max. 35,000 IOPS (120GB)
TRIM Support
Yes (Requires OS Support)
Garbage Collection
Yes
S.M.A.R.T
Yes
Security
AES 256-bit Full Disk Encryption (FDE)
Weight
Max. 53g (1TB)
Reliability
MTBF: 1.5 million hours
Power Consumption
Average : 0.1W **** (Typical)
Idle : 0.045W (Typical, DIPM ON)
Temperature
Operating:
Non-Operating:
0°C to 70°C
-55°C to 95°C
Humidity
5% to 95%, non-condensing
Vibration
Non-Operating:
20~2000Hz, 20G
Shock
Non-Operating:
1500G , duration 0.5m sec, 3 axis
Etc.
Worldwide Name (WWN), LED Indicator support
Warranty
3 years limited
System Configuration : 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 firmware version, system hardware & configuration
*** Sequential Write performance measurements reflect TurboWrite operation.
****Power consumption measured with MobileMark 2007 in Windows 7. Values calculated using laptop computer and represent
system-level power consumption.

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Product Lineup
Density
Model Name
Box Contents
Model Code
120 GB
MZ-7TE120
Basic (SSD Only)
MZ-7TE120BW
Desktop Upgrade Kit
MZ-7TE120KW
250 GB
MZ-7TE250
Basic (SSD Only)
MZ-7TE250BW
Laptop Upgrade Kit
MZ-7TE250LW
Desktop Upgrade Kit
MZ-7TE250KW
500 GB
MZ-7TE500
Basic (SSD Only)
MZ-7TE500BW
Laptop Upgrade Kit
MZ-7TE500LW
750 GB
MZ-7TE750
Basic (SSD Only)
MZ-7TE750BW
1TB
MZ-7TE1T0
Basic (SSD Only)
MZ-7TE1T0BW
Contents
Contents
Basic
Laptop upgrade
Desktop Upgrade
3.5” bracket with screws
X
X
Yes
SATA data cable
X
X
Yes
Mounting spacer
X
Yes
X
SATA to USB connector
X
Yes
(USB 3.0)
Yes
(USB 2.0)
SSD Installation Guide(Printed)
Yes
Yes
Yes
SSD Warranty Summary(Printed)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Samsung software & manual CD
Yes
Yes
Yes
Samsung Activation Sticker
Yes
Yes
Yes
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