SanDisk Optimus GX PRO 850X 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

The SanDisk Optimus GX PRO 850X 256GB PCIe Gen3 NVMe SSD delivers reliable solid-state storage performance for network appliances, compact servers, and system builds where dependable storage is essential. While the product name suggests PCIe 4.0 capabilities, this drive operates on the PCIe Gen3 x4 interface with NVMe 1.4 protocol, offering practical speeds of 2,400MB/s read and 900MB/s write in the standard M.2 2280 form factor with included heatsink for thermal management.

• 256GB capacity provides ample space for operating systems, applications, and configuration files on network infrastructure
• 160K/85K IOPS (read/write) ensures responsive performance for system operations and virtualization workloads
• 650 TBW endurance rating with 5-year limited warranty delivers long-term reliability for always-on network equipment
• Wide operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C) makes it suitable for environments where networking equipment may experience temperature variations
• Compact 7.5g weight and standard M.2 2280 dimensions ensure compatibility with most modern motherboards and embedded systems

This SSD is well-suited for builders looking to upgrade UniFi Dream Machine systems, pfSense boxes, or other network appliances that benefit from fast, reliable NVMe storage. The combination of Gen3 performance, industrial temperature tolerance, and solid endurance ratings makes it a dependable choice for infrastructure applications where storage reliability directly impacts network uptime and performance, though customers should note the capacity and interface specifications differ from what the product name might suggest.