SSD solutions

Discover what an SSD (solid state drive) is and find out why it’s better for your computer than a hard disk drive. Learn about the definition and how it is used.

Discover with Crucial what is an NVMe SSD, NVMe technology, PCIe generations, benefits of NVMe SSDs, and how NVMe SSDs differ from past storage devices.

Crucial dives into the benefits of NVMe SSDs for those working in the content creation industries - video editors, designers, musicians, and photographers.

NVMe SSDs are up to 5x as fast as SATA SSDs – find out who should upgrade, and some things to consider when making the performance lead from SATA to NVMe

If your computer fan's always running, or your programs are laggy, then you might need a heatsink for your SSD. Check your SSD's temperature with our free tool.

Learn more on how to scan and digitize your printed photos, and how to keep them safe and secure on a Crucial external hard drive.

Do you know the 3-2-1 backup rule? It’s the best way to keep your data safe. Let Crucial show you the benefits of a 3-2-1 backup strategy.

PCIe Gen5 SSDs will be the future gold standard for data storage -- for peak-performance gamers, creators, and professionals who want to be part of the next-gen revolution in gaming and content creation.

Considering formatting your solid state drive? Discover how to format or reformat an SSD, as well as some handy tips and tricks with Crucial’s quick guide.

Interested in learning more about the differences between hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid state drives (SSDs)? Read our guide to learn more.

This step-by-step guide shows you how to install a Crucial solid-state drive (SSD) into a PC with detailed instructions and an equipment list.

Crucial’s step-by-step guide shows you how to install an SSD in a laptop with detailed instructions and an equipment list.

Find out how a self-encrypting SSD is designed to protect you and your business from security risks.

Learn more about computer data storage with Crucial’s glossary of SSD terms.

Our helpful step-to-step guide tells you how to upgrade your computer to an SSD and explains exactly how this change will help your computer’s performance.

SSDs provide many benefits. Find out the top 10 reasons why you should get a solid state drive.

Read our guide to successfully install an mSATA SSD.

Computer data storage is a vital component of your system, but what is data storage? Learn about all the different types of data storage in our article.

Discover the advantages of a solid state drive (SSD) with Crucial’s guide.

Find out what role SSDs play in speeding up work for yourself and your employees.

Find out how you can speed up and improve performance of game consoles, DVRs, NAS arrays, and media servers with Crucial.

Find out more about increasing computer storage space to optimize access to your important files.

Laptop SSDs need to be compatible for form factors and connection protocols and cover your data needs. Find the best SSD drive for your laptop with Crucial.

Discover how to install your new M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD quickly and easily. Read Crucial's guide with step-by-step instructions to walk you through the process.

Micron SSDs are manufactured completely in-house for higher quality. Find out more about how solid state drives are made from silicon to the finished product.

NVMe was developed to work with flash memory and the PCIe bus to enhance the speed of SSDs. Find out more about how Crucial is using this new protocol.

The PCIe interface has been paired with the NVMe protocol to enhance the speed of SSDs. Find out more about how Crucial is using this interface to increase SSD speed.

The Trim command is used with Active Garbage Collection to clean up SSDs to ensure they continue to work quickly. Find out more with Crucial.

Find out more about how the SMART system works to provide you with information about your SSD's health. Crucial can help.

Active Garbage Collection is used with Trim to clean up SSDs. Learn more with Crucial about garbage collection and why it's important for SSD maintenance.

Confused about M.2, PCIe, SATA and NVMe SSDs? The experts at Crucial explain all you need to know about form factors, physical interfaces and more.

Portable SSDs are a great way to boost your system. Learn more about the benefits of external SSDs, how they work and more, at Crucial

Investing in an external SSD for gaming can hugely optimize your experience. Find the best PC, Xbox and PlayStation external SSD that suits your needs.

Are external SSDs as fast as internal? We’ve got the lowdown in our helpful comparison - head to Crucial to see our internal vs external SSD guide.