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Plextor M9PeGN 512GB SSD Firmware 1.2: Overview

The Plextor M9PeGN is a high-performance solid-state drive designed for computing enthusiasts and professionals who demand the best performance. It delivers enhanced efficiency and performance, vastly outpacing traditional hard drives. The Plextor M9PeGN 512GB has been updated with Firmware 1.2. In this article, we will review its features, specifications, and technologies used as well as known issues, troubleshooting, and information about its driver.

Features

1. PCIe Gen 3 x 4 interface with NVMe 1.3 support
2. High read and write performance of up to 3,100 MB/s and 2,000 MB/s, respectively
3. Advanced SLC caching to ensure maximum transfer speeds
4. Built-in DRAM cache to optimize data operations and reduce access time
5. Expert software tools such as PlexTurbo, which utilizes system memory to boost SSD performance and longevity

Specifications

Brand	Plextor
Model	M9PeGN
Capacity	512GB
Read/Write Speeds	Up to 3,100 / 2,000 MB/s
Interface	PCIe Gen 3 x 4
Form Factor	M.2 2280

Technologies

• The Plextor M9PeGN 512GB SSD Firmware 1.2 uses the Micron NAND flash and Silicon Motion controller.
• PCIe Gen 3 x 4 interface with NVMe 1.3 support ensures that there is no performance bottleneck.
• The firmware is optimized for efficient data handling and enhanced durability, ensuring long-lasting data access

Known Issues

One of the main issues with this SSD is that it can sometimes cause a blue screen of death (BSOD) error on the host PC. It may also struggle with conduction methods during intense activity.

Troubleshooting

To troubleshoot the Plextor M9PeGN SSD when experiencing issues, ensure that it is correctly mated to the M.2 interface and screwed down securely. Initialize the drive in Disk Management within windows OS. In case of the BSOD issue, it's recommended to restore to default firmware provided by manufacturer.

Driver Information

Plextor supplies its drivers, such as the firmware release, from their official website. The Plextor M9PeGN 512GB is fully Windows 10 compatible and, being NVMe-compatible doesn't depend on proprietary driver installation restrictions like AHCI drivers.