Intenso 2TB M.2 SSD PCIe Premium User Manual

1. Introducció

This manual provides essential information for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Intenso 2TB M.2 SSD PCIe Premium. Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding with installation to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your device.

Image 1: Intenso 2TB M.2 SSD PCIe Premium product packaging. The box displays the SSD, capacity, and read/write speeds.

2. Configuració i instal·lació

Proper installation is crucial for the functionality of your M.2 SSD. Follow these steps carefully.

2.1 Llista de comprovació prèvia a la instal·lació

• Compatibilitat: Ensure your motherboard has an available M.2 slot that supports PCIe NVMe SSDs. Refer to your motherboard's manual for specific M.2 slot specifications.
• Electricitat estàtica: Take precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use an anti-static wrist strap or touch a grounded metal object before handling the SSD.
• Eines: You may need a small Phillips head screwdriver and a motherboard screw for securing the M.2 drive.

2.2 Instal·lació física

1. Apagar: Completely shut down your computer and disconnect the power cable.
2. Cas obert: Obriu la carcassa de l'ordinador per accedir a la placa base.
3. Localitza la ranura M.2: Identify an available M.2 slot on your motherboard. It typically looks like a small horizontal slot with a screw stand-off nearby.
4. Inseriu SSD: Gently insert the Intenso M.2 SSD into the slot at a 30-degree angle. The gold contacts on the SSD should align with the slot. Push it in until it is fully seated.
5. SSD segur: Carefully push the SSD down until it is parallel with the motherboard. Secure it with the small screw provided with your motherboard or the SSD.
6. Tanca el cas: Tanqueu la carcassa de l'ordinador i torneu a connectar el cable d'alimentació.

Image 2: The Intenso 2TB M.2 SSD PCIe Premium, showing its compact M.2 2280 form factor and labeling.

2.3 Initial Software Setup (Windows)

1. Arrencada de l'ordinador: Engega l'ordinador.
2. Accés a la gestió de discs: Right-click on the Start button and select 'Disk Management'.
3. Inicialitzar el disc: If prompted, initialize the new SSD. Choose GPT (GUID Partition Table) for modern systems.
4. Crea un nou volum simple: 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 recommended for Windows).
5. A punt per al seu ús: Your Intenso M.2 SSD is now ready for use as a storage drive. If you intend to install an operating system, refer to your OS installation guide.

3. Funcionament de l'SSD

The Intenso M.2 SSD PCIe Premium is designed for high-speed data access, making it suitable for various applications from everyday computing to demanding tasks like gaming and graphic design.

• Unitat d'arrencada: For fastest system startup and application loading, install your operating system on the SSD.
• Storage Drive: Feu servir l'SSD per emmagatzemar els elements als quals s'accedeix amb freqüència files, games, or applications that benefit from high read/write speeds.
• Rendiment: This SSD offers sequential read speeds up to 2100 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 1700 MB/s, significantly faster than traditional SATA SSDs.

Imatge 3: Una imatge detallada view of the Intenso 2TB M.2 SSD PCIe Premium, highlighting its internal components and labeling.

4. Manteniment

To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your Intenso M.2 SSD, consider the following maintenance practices:

• Comandament TRIM: Ensure your operating system has TRIM enabled. TRIM helps the SSD manage data blocks more efficiently, preventing performance degradation over time. Modern operating systems typically enable TRIM by default.
• Evitar la desfragmentació: Unlike traditional hard disk drives (HDDs), SSDs do not benefit from defragmentation. Defragmenting an SSD can reduce its lifespan by causing unnecessary write cycles.
• Actualitzacions de firmware: Periodically check the Intenso official website for any available firmware updates for your SSD model. Firmware updates can improve performance, stability, and compatibility.
• Supervisar l'estat de la unitat: Use S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) tools to monitor the health status of your SSD. Many operating systems and third-party utilities offer this functionality.
• Mantenir l'espai lliure: Avoid filling your SSD to its maximum capacity. Keeping some free space (e.g., 10-15%) allows the SSD's wear-leveling algorithms to function effectively.

5. Solució De Problemes

If you encounter issues with your Intenso M.2 SSD, refer to the following common troubleshooting steps:

SSD 5.1 no detectat

• Comproveu la connexió física: Assegureu-vos que l'SSD estigui correctament col·locat a la ranura M.2 i fixat de manera segura.
• Configuració de la BIOS/UEFI: Enter your computer's BIOS/UEFI settings. Verify that the M.2 slot is enabled and configured correctly (e.g., NVMe mode). Some motherboards may disable certain SATA ports when an M.2 drive is in use.
• Instal·lació del controlador: Ensure your operating system has the necessary NVMe drivers. Windows 10/11 typically includes native NVMe support.
• Gestió de discs: As described in Section 2.3, check Disk Management to see if the drive is detected but uninitialized.

5.2 Rendiment lent

• M.2 Slot Speed: Confirm that your M.2 slot supports PCIe Gen.3x4 speeds. Some slots may operate at lower speeds (e.g., Gen.2 or x2 lanes).
• Estat de TRIM: Verify that TRIM is enabled on your operating system.
• Firmware: Comproveu i instal·leu les actualitzacions de firmware disponibles per a l'SSD.
• Sobreescalfament: Ensure adequate airflow within your computer case. Excessive heat can cause performance throttling.
• Conducció completa: If the drive is nearly full, performance may decrease. Try to free up some space.

5.3 Problemes de transferència de dades

• Cable/Connection: If using an external enclosure, ensure the USB cable and enclosure connection are secure and functioning correctly.
• File Errors del sistema: Executeu una utilitat de comprovació de disc (per exemple, chkdsk in Windows) to scan for and repair any file errors del sistema.
• Source/Destination Drive: Ensure the source or destination drive is not experiencing issues that could bottleneck transfer speeds.

6. Especificacions

Key technical specifications for the Intenso 2TB M.2 SSD PCIe Premium:

7. Garantia i Suport

For detailed warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official Intenso website or contact their customer service directly. The product is typically covered by a manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

• Fabricant: Intenso
• Weblloc: Visita www.intenso.de for support resources, FAQs, and contact information.
• Prova de compra: Conserveu el rebut de compra com a comprovant de compra per a reclamacions de garantia.