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Description

The VisionTek DLX4 2242 Opal 2.0 NVMe SSD is the perfect solution for compact systems requiring both high performance and advanced security. With PCIe Gen4 x4 speeds up to 5200MB/s read and 4775MB/s write, plus built-in Opal 2.0 hardware-based self-encryption, it’s built for enterprise environments, IT professionals, and power users who need both speed and data protection.

This single-sided M.2 2242 drive features SLC caching, LDPC ECC, and AES 256-bit encryption—all backed by an MTBF rating of 1.5 million hours. Whether you're building a secure mobile workstation or upgrading a compact PC, the DLX4 2242 delivers next-level NVMe power with advanced privacy in mind.

Key Features

SLC caching accelerates burst performance
3D NAND
PCIe Gen4 x4
Opal 2.0 Compliant Self-Encrypting Drive (SED)
Global wear leveling
StaticDataRefresh technology ensures data integrity
Data shaping increases endurance
Intelligent garbage collection routines for advanced free space management
NVMe Deallocate function support (NVMe equivalent of TRIM command)
Host memory Buffer (HMB) support (OS dependent)
S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) support
Performance optimized LDPC engine
NVMe Protocol 1.4 compliant
RoHS Compliant

System Requirements

Hardware Requirements

Interface:
- One available M.2 2242 slot supporting PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 NVMe interface
- Backward compatible with PCIe Gen 3.0 (with reduced performance)

Form Factor:
- One available M.2 2242 slot supporting PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 NVMe interface
- Backward compatible with PCIe Gen 3.0 (with reduced performance)

Motherboard/Chipset:
- Compatible with systems that support NVMe SSDs via M.2 PCIe interface
- UEFI BIOS with NVMe support recommended for boot drive installation

Operating System Compatibility

Windows: Windows 11 / 10 (64-bit) with native NVMe driver support

Linux: Kernel 3.3 and later with NVMe support

macOS: macOS 10.13 High Sierra and later (for supported custom builds)

Performance Requirements
- PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 slot required to achieve maximum rated speeds
- Adequate system cooling recommended for sustained high-performance workloads

Technical Specifications

Connection Type: M.2 (M Key)

Form Factor: M.2 2242

Controller: Innogrit IG5220

SLC Cache:
901702 - DLX4 2242 512GB - 168.96GB Cache
901703 - DLX4 2242 1TB - 330GB Cache
901704 - DLX4 2242 2TB - 660GB Cache

Flash Type: 3D TLC NAND

Security:
NVMe Security Erase support
256-bit AES Compliant Data Encryption
Opal 2.0 Self Encrypting

Reliability:
MTBF: 1.5 million device hours*
Low Density Parity Check (LDPC) ECC
Static and dynamic wear leveling
Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate: ≤1 sector per 1015 bits read

Electrical / Mechanical:
+3.3VDC (±5%) power supply
Power Consumption: up to 4.75W (Active), 0.3W (Idle)
M.2 2242: 22.0 mm x 42.0 mm
Thickness: Single Sided 2.3mm
Weight: 7g

Environmental:
Operating temperature: 0-70°C
Non-Operating temperature: -40-85°C
Operating humidity: 5-95% relative
Shock: 1500G/0.5ms
Vibration: 2-500Hz, 3.1G

*Based on Telcordia SR-332 reliability prediction procedure.

What's In The Box

DLX4 2242 M.2 OPAL 2.0 SSD

Solid State Drives & Storage

VisionTek SSDs are built to dramatically boost your system’s speed, reliability, and storage efficiency—whether you're upgrading an aging laptop, building out a high-performance desktop, or outfitting business systems in bulk. With lightning-fast read/write speeds, lower power consumption, and no moving parts, our SATA and NVMe drives are designed to reduce load times, improve multitasking, and protect your data from everyday wear and tear. Each drive is rigorously tested for quality, with options ranging from compact 2.5” SATA to high-speed M.2 NVMe formats, all backed by VisionTek’s U.S.-based support and limited warranty. Whether you're a gamer, creative, or IT pro- this is the upgrade you’ll feel from day one.

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