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Team Group T-FORCE VULCAN Z 2.5" 256GB SATA III 3D NAND Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) T253TZ256G0C101

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  • 1TB
  • 512GB
  • 256GB
  • Capacity and Form Factor: 256GB internal SSD in a 2.5" form factor for consumer storage upgrades
  • SATA III Interface: SATA III connectivity with up to 520 MBps sequential read and up to 450 MBps sequential write
  • 3D NAND Storage: 3D NAND flash memory with smart SLC caching for a fast gaming experience and seamless cutscenes
  • Smart Optimization: S.M.A.R.T. monitoring, Windows TRIM, ECC, and Wear-Leveling support reliable SSD performance
  • Shock and Vibration: Maximum shock resistance of 1500G/0.5ms and maximum non-operating vibration resistance of 20G, with reduced noise interference
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Team Desktop Memory
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3D NAND best upgrade option for gaming

Equipped with a 3D flash memory chip for a fast and seamless gaming experience superior to traditional HDDs, making it the best entry-level SSD for new gamers venturing into the world of gaming.

Team Desktop Memory

Enhanced performance for seamless cutscenes

Supports smart SLC caching algorithm for ultra-fast transmission speeds that is 4X faster than traditional HDDs to deliver seamless cutscenes.

Team Desktop Memory

Smart optimization to ensure reliable performance

Supports S.M.A.R.T. technology for SSD monitoring and Windows TRIM for optimized performance to ensure reliable SSD performance. The built-in ECC and Wear-Leveling technology also deliver a safe and reliable space for storing data.

Team Desktop Memory

Shock-resistant, vibration-resistant, & reduced noise interference

Compared to traditional HDDs, the VULCAN Z SSD has better shock-resistance and vibration-resistance as well as lower power consumption and noise interference to ensure users always feel safe storing games on the VULCAN Z SSD.

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Specification

Model VULCAN Z SSD
Interface SATA Rev. 3.0 (6Gb/s)
Capacity 240GB / 256GB / 480GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB[1]
Color Black
Voltage DC +5V
Terabyte Written 256GB - 80TBW
512GB - 120TBW
1TB - 200TBW
2TB - 400TBW
Operation Temperature 0°C ~ 70°C
Performance Crystal Disk Mark:
240GB Read: up to 520MB/s; Write: up to 450MB/s
256GB Read: up to 520MB/s ; Write: up to 450MB/s
480GB Read: up to 540MB/s; Write: up to 470MB/s
512GB Read: up to 540MB/s ; Write: up to 470MB/s
1TB Read: up to 550MB/s; Write: up to 500MB/s
2TB Read: up to 550MB/s; Write: up to 500MB/s[2]
Dimensions 100(L) x 69.9(W) x 7(H)mm
Weight 45g
Humidity 0°C to 55°C / 5% ∼ 95% RH,non-condensing
Vibration 20G (non-operating)
Shock 1500G/0.5ms
MTBF 1,000,000 hours
Operating System Windows 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista, MAC OS 10.4 or later, Linux 2.6.33 or later

Precautions

[1]1GB=1,000,000,000 Bytes. In OS system, it would be displayed as 1,000,000,000 Bytes/1024/1024/1024 = 0.93GB
[2]Definition and conditions of TBW (Terabytes Written)are based on JEDEC standard
[3]Transmission speed will vary according to different hardware / software conditions, therefore the data can only used for basic reference.


NOTES:

We reserve the right to modify product specifications without prior notice.

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T-FORCE is TEAM force. The red "T" represents TEAMGROUP’s passion for the storage products. The black "F" represents TEAMGROUP's over 18 years of dedication to storage products. Since we released T-FORCE gaming product line in 2016, we have won multiple product design awards, for example, iF design award, Computex d&i award, Golden Pin design award and Taiwan Excellence. The high quality and extreme performance gaming products from TEAMGROUP allow all gamers to break the speed limit and enjoy the ever-changing world of gaming.

Team Desktop Memory

Product Overview

The Team Group T-FORCE VULCAN Z is a 256GB internal solid state drive with a 2.5" form factor, SATA III interface, and 3D NAND memory components. Its smart SLC caching algorithm supports transmission speeds 4X faster than traditional HDDs to deliver seamless cutscenes. The 3D flash memory chip provides a fast gaming experience and is a gaming upgrade option.


Features

  • S.M.A.R.T. technology for SSD monitoring
  • Windows TRIM for optimized performance
  • Built-in ECC and Wear-Leveling technology
  • Shock-resistant and vibration-resistant design with reduced noise interference compared to traditional HDDs

Specification

  • Model: T253TZ256G0C101
  • Device type: Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Capacity: 256GB
  • Form factor: 2.5"
  • Interface: SATA III
  • Protocol: SATA
  • Cache: No DRAM (HMB)
  • Max sequential read: Up to 520 MBps
  • Max sequential write: Up to 450 MBps
  • Terabytes Written (TBW): 80TB
  • MTBF: 1,000,000 hours
  • Operating temperature: 0°C ~ +70°C
  • Max shock resistance: 1500G/0.5ms
  • Max vibration resistance: 20G (non-operating)
  • Dimensions: 7.00mm height, 69.90mm width, 100.00mm depth
  • Weight: 45.00g

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  • Limited Warranty period (parts): 3 years
  • Limited Warranty period (labor): 3 years
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The Team Group T-FORCE VULCAN Z is a 256GB 2.5-inch SATA III SSD with sequential reads up to 520 MB/s and writes up to 450 MB/s, suited to users upgrading a compatible desktop or laptop for everyday computing and lighter gaming.

Recommended For

  • Laptop or desktop owners with a compatible 2.5-inch SATA bay who want to replace a hard drive with an SSD for everyday boot and app use.
  • Budget PC builders who need a basic SATA SSD for a small selection of games and accept SATA-class loading rather than NVMe speeds.
  • People reviving an older computer with SATA storage who want a simple 2.5-inch drive and do not have a need for an M.2 NVMe upgrade.
  • Users adding a secondary drive for files or infrequently changed game storage, where routine reads matter more than sustained, heavy write workloads.

Real-World Use Scenarios

  • Replacing a mechanical hard drive in a compatible SATA laptop or desktop: installing the operating system on the SSD can make startup and everyday app launches feel more responsive than they did on the hard drive.
  • Adding storage to an older laptop for games: installing games on the SSD instead of a mechanical hard drive can reduce loading waits, though it does not make the laptop’s processor or graphics faster.
  • Setting up a modest-capacity boot drive: 256GB can be used for the operating system and frequently used applications, while a larger existing drive holds bulk files or less-used games.
  • Using it as a secondary game drive in a SATA-equipped desktop: it provides space for a few installed games and can shorten load times compared with a hard drive, but tested SATA storage can load games more slowly than NVMe drives.

Spec Summary

AttributeValue
Best ForConsumer desktop gaming upgrades that use an internal 2.5-inch SATA SSD
Capacity256 GB
Interface And Form Factor2.5-inch internal drive with a SATA III interface and 6 Gbit/s data transfer rate
Read Write PerformanceSequential speeds up to 520 MB/s read and 450 MB/s write
NAND And Cache3D NAND with no DRAM; HMB cache
Endurance And Operating Conditions80 TBW, 1,000,000-hour MTBF, operating temperature 0°C to 70°C, and resistance to 1500G/0.5ms shock and 20G non-operating vibration
Physical Specifications100 × 69.9 × 7 mm; weighs 45 g
Model IdentifiersTeam Group T-FORCE VULCAN Z, model T253TZ256G0C101