{"product_id":"dato-dp342-512gb-m-2-2242-nvme-ssd-pcie-gen3-x4-up-to-2500mb-s-read-1700mb-s-write","title":"DATO DP342 512GB M.2 2242 NVMe SSD | PCIe Gen3 x4 | Up to 2500MB\/s Read | 1700MB\/s Write","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: justify; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; color: #333;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDATO DP342 512GB M.2 2242 NVMe SSD | PCIe Gen3 x4 | Up to 2500MB\/s Read | 1700MB\/s Write\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDATO DP342 512GB M.2 2242 NVMe SSD\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact internal solid-state drive designed for laptops, mini PCs, tablets, and other compatible devices that support the M.2 2242 PCIe NVMe interface. Using \u003cstrong\u003ePCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.3\u003c\/strong\u003e technology, it delivers sequential read speeds of up to \u003cstrong\u003e2500MB\/s\u003c\/strong\u003e and sequential write speeds of up to \u003cstrong\u003e1700MB\/s\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing faster system responsiveness, application loading, and file transfers compared with traditional SATA-based storage. Its compact \u003cstrong\u003eM.2 2242 form factor\u003c\/strong\u003e makes the DP342 suitable for small-form-factor systems where a standard M.2 2280 SSD may not fit. The drive is designed for efficient, low-power operation while providing stable NVMe storage performance for everyday computing and professional workloads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/6224\/2671\/files\/1_42a34cb5-0af6-4d74-a723-2a37d77131c6.jpg?v=1790274297\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/6224\/2671\/files\/3_6243e570-1a6a-41a3-bfd9-92b9018b04bd.jpg?v=1790274298\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/6224\/2671\/files\/5_b5390c87-59b4-4853-8bfd-6404c20a0267.jpg?v=1790274297\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/6224\/2671\/files\/6_0e4fab01-c19b-49cf-8e32-ad6b32c969f6.jpg?v=1790274297\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e512GB Storage Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides ample space for the operating system, applications, documents, media, and frequently used files.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface with NVMe 1.3 technology for high-speed storage performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 2500MB\/s Read Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports fast sequential data access and helps improve system responsiveness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 1700MB\/s Write Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides faster file writing, application installation, and data transfer performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact M.2 2242 Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures approximately 22 × 42mm, making it suitable for compatible compact devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Power Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for efficient operation in laptops and other compact computing systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e DATO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e DP342\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e DP342\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 512GB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e M.2 2242\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterface:\u003c\/strong\u003e PCIe Gen3 x4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtocol:\u003c\/strong\u003e NVMe 1.3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Sequential Read Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 2500MB\/s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Sequential Write Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 1700MB\/s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 22 × 42mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0°C to 70°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e -40°C to 85°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DATO DP342 uses \u003cstrong\u003ePCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.3\u003c\/strong\u003e technology to provide significantly faster storage communication than conventional SATA-based SSDs. With sequential read performance of up to \u003cstrong\u003e2500MB\/s\u003c\/strong\u003e and sequential write performance of up to \u003cstrong\u003e1700MB\/s\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is well suited for operating system storage, software installation, file transfers, and everyday productivity workloads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact M.2 2242 Form Factor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e22 × 42mm M.2 2242\u003c\/strong\u003e design, the DP342 is intended for devices specifically designed to accommodate this shorter M.2 format. This makes it useful for selected laptops, mini PCs, tablets, and other compact systems where space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEfficient Storage for Compact Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DP342 is designed for stable, low-power operation, making it suitable for portable and compact computing devices. Its solid-state design operates without moving mechanical components, helping provide quiet operation and responsive access to stored data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaptop storage upgrades supporting M.2 2242 NVMe SSDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMini PCs and compact desktop systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible tablets and small-form-factor computers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating system and application storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEveryday office and productivity workloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast file storage and data transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGaming systems that specifically support M.2 2242 PCIe NVMe storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaster boot and application loading compared with traditional hard drives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-speed PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe interface for responsive storage performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 2242 form factor for compatible space-constrained devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e512GB capacity for operating systems, applications, documents, and media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-power solid-state design suitable for portable computing systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-term warranty support for added confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose DATO DP342\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDATO DP342 512GB\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a compact M.2 2242 form factor with PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe performance, making it a practical storage upgrade for compatible compact devices. Its up to \u003cstrong\u003e2500MB\/s read\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e1700MB\/s write\u003c\/strong\u003e speeds provide a substantial performance level for everyday computing, productivity applications, system upgrades, and data transfers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore purchasing or installing the DATO DP342, confirm that your device supports an \u003cstrong\u003eM.2 2242 PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe SSD\u003c\/strong\u003e. M.2 is a physical form factor with multiple interface and length variations, so an M.2 2242 slot does not automatically guarantee NVMe compatibility. 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