ADATA LEGEND 900 PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 2280 SSD User Manual

1. Продукт закінчивсяview

The ADATA LEGEND 900 is a high-performance PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 2280 Solid State Drive designed for demanding applications such as gaming, content creation, and PC building. It offers significant storage capacity and high-speed data transfer rates, enhancing system responsiveness and loading times.

• Величезна місткість: Available in capacities up to 2TB for extensive storage needs.
• Високошвидкісна продуктивність: Utilizes a PCIe Gen4 x4 interface, delivering read speeds up to 7,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 5,400 MB/s.
• Підвищена надійність: Features Host Memory Buffer (HMB) technology, Error Correction Code (LDPC ECC), and secure file transfers to ensure data integrity and longevity.
• Широка сумісність: Designed for seamless integration as a PC or laptop upgrade SSD, and compatible with Sony PlayStation 5.

Image 1.1: The ADATA LEGEND 900 M.2 2280 SSD with its integrated heatsink.

2. Налаштування та встановлення

This section provides general guidelines for installing the ADATA LEGEND 900 M.2 SSD. Specific installation steps may vary depending on your computer's motherboard or console model. Always refer to your device's manual for detailed instructions.

2.1 Заходи безпеки

• Ensure your computer or console is powered off and unplugged from the power source before installation.
• Зніміть статичну електрику, доторкнувшись до заземленого металевого предмета або одягнувши антистатичний браслет.
• Handle the SSD by its edges to avoid touching the gold connectors or components.

2.2 PC/Laptop Installation

1. Знайдіть слот M.2: Open your computer case or laptop. Identify an available M.2 slot on your motherboard. The LEGEND 900 is a 2280 form factor, meaning it is 22mm wide and 80mm long.
2. Вставте SSD: Gently insert the ADATA LEGEND 900 SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle. The gold connectors should align with the slot.
3. Безпечний SSD-накопичувач: Push the SSD down until it is parallel with the motherboard. Secure it with the screw provided by your motherboard or laptop manufacturer.

Image 2.1: The ADATA LEGEND 900 SSD correctly installed in an M.2 slot on a motherboard.

2.3 Встановлення PlayStation 5

The ADATA LEGEND 900 is compatible with the PlayStation 5 console. Refer to the official PlayStation 5 user guide for detailed instructions on how to open the console and install an M.2 SSD. Ensure the heatsink is properly attached or that your PS5 M.2 slot cover provides adequate cooling.

Image 2.2: Installation of the ADATA LEGEND 900 SSD into a PlayStation 5 console.

2.4 Ініціалізація та форматування (Windows)

After physical installation, the SSD needs to be initialized and formatted before it can be used in Windows.

1. Відкрийте «Керування дисками»: Клацніть правою кнопкою миші на кнопці «Пуск» і виберіть «Керування дисками».
2. Ініціалізація диска: A dialog box may appear prompting you to initialize the new SSD. Select MBR (Master Boot Record) or GPT (GUID Partition Table) based on your system requirements (GPT is recommended for drives larger than 2TB and modern UEFI systems). Click "OK".
3. Створити новий простий том: Right-click on the unallocated space of your new SSD and select "New Simple Volume". Follow the wizard to assign a drive letter and format the drive (NTFS is standard for Windows).

3. Робота з SSD-накопичувачем

Once installed and formatted, your ADATA LEGEND 900 SSD operates as a standard storage device. Its high-speed capabilities will be utilized automatically by your operating system and applications.

3.1 Характеристики продуктивності

• PCIe Gen4 x4 Interface: Provides a high-bandwidth connection for rapid data transfer.
• SLC Caching: Utilizes a portion of the NAND flash as Single-Level Cell (SLC) cache to boost write performance for short bursts.
• Host Memory Buffer (HMB): Allows the SSD to use a portion of the host system's DRAM for caching, improving performance without requiring dedicated DRAM on the SSD itself.

Image 3.1: Performance comparison illustrating the speed advantage of the LEGEND 900 over a standard PCIe Gen3 SSD.

4. Технічне обслуговування

Правильне обслуговування забезпечує довговічність та оптимальну продуктивність вашого SSD-накопичувача.

4.1 ADATA SSD ToolBox

ADATA provides a free utility called "SSD ToolBox" for monitoring and managing your SSD. It can be downloaded from the official ADATA webсайт.

• Drive Information: View detailed information about your SSD, including health status, temperature, and remaining lifespan.
• Оптимізація системи: Optimize your operating system settings for SSD performance.
• Діагностичне сканування: Perform quick or full diagnostic scans to check for errors.
• Оновлення мікропрограми: Check for and apply the latest firmware updates to improve performance and stability.

Image 4.1: The ADATA SSD ToolBox software interface, showing various monitoring and optimization features.

4.2 Цілісність даних

• LDPC ECC: The SSD incorporates Low-Density Parity-Check Error Correcting Code to detect and correct data errors, ensuring reliable data storage.
• Regularly back up important data to another storage device.

5. Вирішення проблем

If you encounter issues with your ADATA LEGEND 900 SSD, consider the following common troubleshooting steps.

5.1 SSD не виявлено

• Перевірте фізичне підключення: Ensure the SSD is securely seated in the M.2 slot and the retaining screw is in place.
• Налаштування BIOS/UEFI: Enter your system's BIOS/UEFI setup and verify that the M.2 slot is enabled and configured correctly (e.g., PCIe mode).
• Керування дисками (Windows): As described in Section 2.4, check Disk Management to see if the drive is detected but uninitialized or unformatted.
• Оновлення драйверів: Ensure your motherboard's chipset drivers are up to date.

5.2 Повільна продуктивність

• Verify PCIe Gen4: Confirm your motherboard and CPU support PCIe Gen4. If installed in a Gen3 slot, performance will be limited to Gen3 speeds.
• Термічне дроселювання: Ensure adequate airflow in your system. High temperatures can cause the SSD to reduce performance to prevent damage. The LEGEND 900 includes a heatsink to mitigate this.
• Прошивка: Use the ADATA SSD ToolBox to check for and apply the latest firmware updates.
• Команда TRIM: Ensure TRIM is enabled in your operating system for optimal SSD performance. Windows typically enables this by default.

6. Технічні характеристики

7. Гарантія та підтримка

The ADATA LEGEND 900 SSD comes with a 5 рік обмеженої гарантії. For detailed warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the official ADATA webсайт або гарантійну інформацію, що додається до вашого продукту.

For technical support, driver downloads, firmware updates, and additional product information, please visit the official ADATA support page:

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