Corsair Extreme SSD X256 [256GB Capacity, 240MB/s Read, 170MB/s Write, End-User Upgradable Firmware]

When it comes to computer storage devices, specifically hard disk drives and solid state drives, we all know that the faster the better. That’s why manufacturers like Corsair have continued to push the envelope when it comes to giving consumers the ability to access their data at lightening fast speeds. Today, Corsair announced the launch of their new Extreme SSD X256. The 256GB model promises read speeds of up to 240MB/s and write speeds of up to 170MB/s.

Built using the well-known Indilinx Barefoot controller and Samsung MLC NAND flash memory, the new Corsair Extreme Series X256 SSD combines high-performance with a massive 256GB of storage space. The new Corsair Extreme Series X256 joins the existing models, the X32, X64 and X128, and offers blazing fast read speeds of up to 240MB/s and equally sick write speeds of up to 170MB/s. It also features 64MB of cache memory.

All Extreme Series SSDs feature end-user upgradable firmware to allow for new features to be added, such as the upcoming TRIM command for Windows 7 and other operating systems, which maintains optimal performance over time. Support for the Extreme Series, including future firmware upgrades is available at www.corsair.com.

The Corsair Extreme Series X256 solid-state drive is available immediately from Corsair’s authorized distributors and resellers worldwide, and is backed by a Two-Year Limited Warranty. Complete customer support via telephone, email, forum and Tech Support Express is also available.

For more information on the full line of solid-state drives from Corsair, please visit www.corsair.com/ssd. As you should expect, performance costs and the Corsair Extreme Series X256 SSD is no different. You are going to have to shell out about $700 for this bad boy.