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    WD Blue SN5100 1TB NVMe SSD, PCIe Gen 4.0, up to 7,100 MB/s read speeds

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    • SPEED UP PROJECTS. Accelerate your AI-enabled workflow with PCIe Gen 4.0 speeds up to 7,100 MB/s, (1TB-2TB models) 30% faster than our prior generation.
    • CREATE AND STORE MORE. Make more room for your masterpieces with capacities up to 4TB on M.2 2280 with SANDISK 3D CBA NAND technology.
    • WORK FASTER. Copy large files or project folders in blistering speeds thanks to our SANDISK nCache 4.0 technology.
    • CREATE CONFIDENTLY. Know your new SSD is covered with Sandisk's 5-year limited warranty.
    • ACRONIS TRUE IMAGE DOWNLOAD. Download Acronis True Image for SANDISK data migration software to transfer your files to your new drive.
    • MONITOR YOUR DRIVE. Monitor your SSD’s performance and check for updates with the downloadable SANDISK Dashboard application.
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    Overview

    The SanDisk WD Blue SN5100 is a 1TB internal NVMe solid state drive for consumer systems. Its PCIe 4.0 x4 interface, M.2 2280 form factor, and high sequential read and write speeds support storage, project files, and AI-enabled workflows.


    Key Features

    Built with 3D NAND, SANDISK 3D CBA NAND technology, and SANDISK nCache 4.0 technology, the drive supports file and project folder transfers. Downloadable data migration software helps transfer files to the drive, while the downloadable SANDISK Dashboard application monitors SSD performance and checks for updates.


    Performance

    The drive provides maximum sequential read speeds up to 7,100 MBps and maximum sequential write speeds up to 6,700 MBps. 4KB random performance reaches up to 1,000,000 IOPS for reads and up to 1,300,000 IOPS for writes.


    Design

    The M.2 2280 internal SSD measures 2.38mm in height, 22mm in width, and 80mm in depth. It weighs 5.7g and does not include a heatsink.


    Connectivity & Compatibility

    The drive uses a PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface and NVMe protocol in an M.2 2280 form factor. It is intended for consumer use as an internal solid state drive.


    Reliability & Durability

    The drive has an MTTF of 1.75 Million hours, TCG Pyrite 2.01 encryption, and a maximum shock resistance of 1,500G @ 0.5 ms half sine. Operating vibration is 5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz, 3 axes, while non-operating vibration is 4.9 gRMS, 7-800 Hz, 3 axes. Operating temperature is 32°F to 185°F (0°C to 85°C), and storage temperature is -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C).


    Software & Tools

    Downloadable data migration software supports transferring files to the drive. The downloadable SANDISK Dashboard application monitors SSD performance and checks for updates.


    Specifications

    • Brand: SanDisk
    • Series: WD Blue
    • Model: SN5100
    • Part Number: WDS100T5B0E-00CPE0
    • Device Type: Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
    • Capacity: 1TB
    • Form Factor: M.2 2280
    • Memory Components: 3D NAND
    • Interface: PCI-Express 4.0 x4
    • Protocol: NVMe
    • Cache: No DRAM (HMB)
    • Encryption: TCG Pyrite 2.01
    • Max Sequential Read: Up to 7100 MBps
    • Max Sequential Write: Up to 6700 MBps
    • 4KB Random Read: Up to 1,000,000 IOPS
    • 4KB Random Write: Up to 1,300,000 IOPS
    • HeatSink: without HeatSink
    • Height: 2.38mm
    • Width: 22mm
    • Depth: 80mm
    • Weight: 5.7g

    Warranty & Returns

    Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information

    Warranty

    • Limited Warranty period (parts): 5 years
    • Limited Warranty period (labor): 5 years
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    The WD Blue SN5100 is a 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe internal SSD with sequential speeds up to 7,100 MB/s read and 6,700 MB/s write, suited to consumers who want fast storage for games, apps, and large files on a compatible system.

    Recommended For

    • Creators editing photos or video who want a fast internal drive for opening projects, loading assets, and handling shorter file-copy bursts.
    • Laptop or desktop upgraders with an M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 slot who want a responsive everyday system drive for apps, projects, and general file access.
    • PC builders adding a secondary drive for a game library or media collection, where fast reads and everyday loading matter more than consistently high write speeds.
    • Users who often move large folders in bursts and want high transfer speeds before the drive’s write cache fills.

    Spec Summary

    AttributeValue
    Best ForConsumer PC storage for personal, multimedia, and business files; the 1TB internal SSD is intended for compatible desktop or laptop systems
    Capacity1TB (1,000GB)
    Interface And Form FactorPCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface in an M.2 2280 form factor
    Read Write PerformanceUp to 7,100 MB/s sequential read and 6,700 MB/s sequential write; up to 1,000,000 IOPS 4KB random read and 1,300,000 IOPS 4KB random write
    Memory And Security3D NAND flash with no DRAM cache (HMB); TCG Pyrite 2.01 encryption
    Endurance And Operating Conditions1.75 million-hour MTTF; operating temperature 32°F–185°F (0°C–85°C) and storage temperature -40°F–185°F (-40°C–85°C); shock resistance up to 1,500G at 0.5 ms
    Dimensions And Weight80 × 22 × 2.38 mm; 5.7 g
    Model IdentifiersWD Blue SN5100; model SN5100; part number WDS100T5B0E-00CPE0; alternate model number WDS100T5B0E