SSD disk Transcend 1 TB M.2 PCI Express 4.0 NVMe 3D NAND TS1TMTE712A

Transcend's M.2 SSD MTE712A is a 1 TB NVMe drive in a compact M.2 form factor that uses PCIe Gen4 x4 and 112-layer 3D NAND flash to deliver high-speed storage performance. The drive is a self-encrypting drive (SED) compliant with TCG Opal 2.0 and protects data with hardware-based AES-256 encryption and LBA sector-specific permissions. Built-in DRAM cache improves random access speeds, while enhanced PCB construction and component choices increase reliability. The MTE712A is tested for stable operation across an extended temperature range; an alternative model (MTE712A-I) supports an even wider operating range for mission-critical applications.

Advantages

The MTE712A offers PCIe 4.0 x4 bandwidth for faster sequential transfer rates and 112-layer 3D NAND for density and durability. Hardware AES-256 encryption and TCG Opal 2.0 compliance provide drive-level data protection without performance overhead. A DRAM cache improves random I/O performance, and manufacturing features such as a 30µ" gold finger PCB, Corner Bond technology, and anti-sulfur resistor enhance long-term reliability. The drive is validated to operate reliably within an extended temperature range.

Suitable for

• System and application storage for desktops and compact PCs using M.2 slots
• High-performance workloads that benefit from PCIe Gen4 speeds, such as content creation and large file transfers
• Use cases that require drive-level encryption and sector-specific access control
• Environments needing increased durability and stable operation over a wide temperature range (see MTE712A-I for wider range)

Key specifications

• Form factor: M.2
• Interface: PCI Express 4.0 x4, NVMe protocol
• Flash type: 112-layer 3D NAND
• Capacity: 1 TB
• Encryption: Hardware AES-256, TCG Opal 2.0 SED
• DRAM cache: integrated on-board DRAM
• Operating temperature (standard): -20°C to 75°C; extended option available for -40°C to 85°C
• Weight: approx. 0.009 kg

How to use

Install the M.2 SSD into an available M.2 slot on a compatible motherboard or expansion adapter supporting PCIe Gen4 x4. Secure the module with the mounting screw and ensure the system BIOS/UEFI recognizes the NVMe drive. Initialize, partition and format the drive in the operating system before use. For encrypted deployments, configure TCG Opal 2.0 settings and management software according to your security policy.

Usage recommendations

For optimal performance, use the drive in systems with PCIe Gen4 support; in Gen3 slots the drive will operate at Gen3 speeds. Keep firmware updated via the manufacturer's tools and ensure proper cooling in sustained high-load scenarios. Choose the MTE712A-I variant when operation is required in extreme temperature conditions.