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Plextor M6V 256GB SSD Firmware 1.02

The Plextor M6V 256GB SSD is a solid-state drive that offers a user-friendly storage solution for computer or laptop users. It comes with firmware version 1.02 and can store up to 256GB of data.

Features List

• Sequential read/write speeds of up to 535MB/s and 455MB/s respectively
• True Speed technology delivers consistently high performance and stable data transfer rates
• 20nm Toshiba NAND flash and the latest generation Marvell controller
• DRAM cache for quick access to frequently-used files
• Shock-proof, vibration-proof and energy-efficient
• 3-year warranty

Specifications

• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Capacity: 256GB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 100 x 69.85 x 6.8 mm
• Weight: 63g
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C

Technologies Used

1. True Speed Technology: This technology combines Plextor's exclusive firmware algorithms and Marvell's NAND controller, and delivers consistently stable performance with lower power consumption.
2. Smart Flush Technology: This technology prevents data loss during a sudden power outage by flushing memory buffers onto the disk before shutting down the drive.
3. Bad Block Management Technology: This technology ensures that data is not lost by redirecting bad blocks to areas of the drive's flash memory that are still functional.
4. Global Wear Leveling: This technology prevents certain sections of the flash memory from overuse by evenly distributing data across all available data blocks.

Known Issues and Troubleshooting

One of the most common issues with the Plextor M6V 256GB SSD is firmware update related problems. Users have reported issues with updating the firmware on this SSD. The most common symptom of a firmware update problem is when the update stalls, especially at certain percentages. Here are some troubleshooting tips to fix the problem.

1. Disconnect all other drives except your Plextor M6V 256GB SSD before running the firmware update.
2. Delete any temporary data on your computer.
3. Run the firmware update software as an administrator account.
4. Verify the update file.
5. Run any latest available firmware update to avoid any related problem.

Driver Information

The Plextor M6V 256GB SSD ships with a built-in driver that requires no additional installation. However, you can still download the driver from the Plextor website. The driver file is stored in the firmware and is automatically installed when the device is connected to the computer via the SATA port. The driver supports all popular operating systems including Windows, Linux and MacOS.