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Kingston KC600 1TB mSATA SATA III Internal SSD, Up to 550/520 MB/s Read/Write, SKC600MS/1024G
- 3D NAND Storage: 1TB internal SSD using 3D NAND memory components for consumer storage needs
- Read/Write Speed: Up to 550/520 MB/s read/write speeds for responsive boot, loading and data transfer times
- SATA III Interface: mSATA solid state drive using a SATA III interface with backwards compatibility
- Security Suite: Hardware-based self-encrypting drive with AES 256-bit hardware encryption, TCG Opal and eDrive
- DRAM Cache: 1GB DRAM cache with an SM2259 controller in a compact 50.80 x 29.85 x 4.85mm mSATA form factor
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Overview
The Kingston KC600 is a 1TB internal solid state drive for consumer use. This mSATA SSD combines 3D NAND memory components with a SATA III interface and is designed to provide system responsiveness for boot, loading and data transfer tasks.
Key Features
- 1TB storage capacity
- 3D NAND memory components
- Hardware-based self-encrypting drive
- AES 256-bit hardware encryption, TCG Opal and eDrive support
- 1GB DRAM cache and SM2259 controller
Performance
The KC600 provides read/write speeds of up to 550/520 MB/s to support boot, loading and transfer times.
Design
The mSATA form factor measures 50.80mm wide, 29.85mm deep and 4.85mm high, providing a compact internal SSD design.
Connectivity & Compatibility
The drive uses a SATA III interface and supports backwards compatibility. Its mSATA form factor is intended for compatible consumer systems.
Reliability & Durability
The KC600 is a hardware-based self-encrypting drive with AES 256-bit hardware encryption, TCG Opal and eDrive support.
Specifications
- Brand: Kingston
- Series: KC600
- Model: SKC600MS/1024G
- Part Number: SKC600MS/1024G
- Device Type: Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
- Used For: Consumer
- Form Factor: mSATA
- Capacity: 1TB
- Memory Components: 3D NAND
- Interface: SATA III
- Controller: SM2259
- Cache: 1GB DRAM
- Height: 4.85mm
- Width: 50.80mm
- Depth: 29.85mm
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The Kingston KC600 SKC600MS/1024G is a 1TB mSATA SATA III internal SSD rated for up to 550 MB/s read and 520 MB/s write, suited to users upgrading a compatible mSATA system for everyday boot, loading, and file-transfer tasks.
Recommended For
- Owners of a laptop or mini PC with a confirmed mSATA SATA slot who want to replace a smaller or aging drive with up to 1TB of storage.
- People extending the life of an older mSATA-equipped computer who want solid-state storage for everyday booting, application launches, and file transfers rather than a platform overhaul.
- Users of a compatible system that supports TCG Opal or eDrive who want hardware-based drive encryption for stored data.
- Owners of compatible older laptops who need a compact internal drive and prefer an mSATA module over adding a conventional 2.5-inch SATA drive.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- Upgrade a compatible older laptop or mini PC that has an mSATA SATA slot: replacing a hard drive with the KC600 can make booting, opening applications, and everyday file access feel more responsive, while keeping the existing system in use.
- Refresh a system with an aging or failed mSATA drive: install the KC600 as the replacement system drive, then reinstall or migrate the operating system and apps; the computer can return to everyday use with 1TB of listed capacity.
- Use it for a large game or media library on a compatible mSATA system: the 1TB capacity provides room for installed games and files, with SATA SSD storage supporting responsive loading and transfers; it is not an NVMe-speed upgrade.
- Store work or personal files on a system that requires drive encryption: the KC600 supports AES-256 hardware encryption, TCG Opal, and eDrive, but using those protections depends on compatible system software and configuration.
- Upgrade a compact computer whose storage bay only accepts mSATA: the small card format can fit where a 2.5-inch drive will not, provided the device supports mSATA SATA storage. Check the device manual first—mSATA and M.2 are different formats.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Consumer internal storage for multimedia, personal, or business use |
| Capacity | 1TB (1024GB) |
| Interface And Form Factor | Internal mSATA SSD with a SATA III interface |
| Read Write Performance | Sequential speeds up to 550 MB/s read and 520 MB/s write; up to 90,000 IOPS random read and 80,000 IOPS random write |
| Storage Architecture And Cache | 3D NAND memory, SM2259 controller, and 1GB DRAM cache |
| Security Features | Hardware encryption |
| Physical Dimensions | 50.80 × 29.85 × 4.85 mm |
| Model Identifiers | Kingston KC600, model and part number SKC600MS/1024G |
Reference Q&A
Q: Should I get the 1TB Kingston KC600 mSATA or a 2.5-inch SATA SSD?
A: Choose the 1TB KC600 mSATA if your device has an mSATA slot and you want a 1TB replacement or upgrade in that form factor. Choose a 2.5-inch SATA SSD if your device takes a 2.5-inch drive instead; the KC600 is also sold in a separate 2.5-inch version, but the two form factors are not interchangeable without compatible hardware.
Q: Is the 1TB KC600 mSATA worth choosing over the 512GB version?
A: Choose the 1TB version if you need more room for applications, files, or games, or want the higher rated write endurance: Kingston lists 600TBW for 1TB versus 300TBW for 512GB. Both capacities are rated for up to 550MB/s read and 520MB/s write, so the main stated differences are capacity and endurance, not advertised sequential speed.
Q: Can I use the Kingston KC600 mSATA instead of an M.2 NVMe SSD?
A: Choose the KC600 only if your device supports mSATA or a specifically compatible adapter. mSATA and M.2 are different form factors, and an M.2 slot may support SATA, NVMe, or both depending on the device. The KC600 uses SATA III and is rated for up to 550/520MB/s; it is not an NVMe drive, so it is not a direct substitute for an M.2 NVMe SSD.
Q: Will this SSD fit and work in my laptop?
A: Only if the laptop has an mSATA slot that supports SATA storage. Check the laptop’s specifications or service manual before buying; a slot that only looks similar is not enough to confirm compatibility.
Q: Can I install this mSATA SSD in an M.2 slot?
A: No. This drive uses the mSATA form factor, so it is not a direct fit for an M.2 slot. Confirm the slot type in your device documentation before ordering.
Q: Can I use this SSD as my computer’s boot drive?
A: It can serve as a boot drive in a compatible system, but the computer must support an mSATA SATA drive and allow booting from that slot. Check the system manual for slot and boot support.
Q: What performance should I expect from this SSD?
A: The KC600 is rated for up to 550 MB/s read and 520 MB/s write. Actual speeds depend on the host system and its SATA interface, so these are maximum rated figures rather than guaranteed everyday speeds.
Q: Will this fit an M.2 SATA slot?
A: No. This is an mSATA drive, not an M.2 drive. Check the device’s required form factor before buying; a Reddit post describes a buyer ordering the KC600 mSATA for a system that needed M.2 2242 SATA instead.
Q: Is the KC600 a reasonable replacement for an older laptop’s mSATA drive?
A: It may be a suitable replacement if the laptop has an mSATA slot and supports the drive’s capacity. A Reddit discussion about replacing an older laptop’s mSATA drive specifically mentions the KC600 as a large-capacity option; confirm the laptop’s compatibility before purchase.
Q: Is it suitable as a boot or storage drive in a mini-PC or network appliance?
A: It can be, provided the device has an mSATA slot. Reddit users mention using the KC600 mSATA in a small PC build and report good experience with it in an appliance setup; these are individual experiences, not a guarantee of performance or reliability.
Q: Is the KC600 worth buying as a SATA SSD?
A: It is worth considering when you specifically need an mSATA drive and want 1TB capacity. Reddit discussion describes the KC600 as a decent SATA SSD, but the available discussions do not establish whether it is good value at a particular price; compare the price with compatible alternatives.