970 EVO Plus NVMe ™ M.2 SSD 500GB
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Features
Always Evolving SSD
The ultimate in performance, upgraded. Faster than the 970 EVO, the 970 EVO Plus is powered by the latest V-NAND technology and firmware optimisation. It maximises the potential of NVMe™ bandwidth for unbeatable computing in capacities up to 2TB, with reliability of up to 1,200 TBW.
*1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes by IDEMA. A certain portion of capacity may be used for system file and maintenance use, so the actual capacity may differ from what is indicated on the product label.
Level Up Performance
The 970 EVO Plus reaches sequential read/write speeds up to 3,500/3,300 MB/s, up to 53%‡ faster than the 970 EVO. The latest V-NAND—which brings greater NAND performance and higher power efficiency—along with optimised firmware, a proven in-house controller and Intelligent TurboWrite boost.
* Sequential and random write performance was measured with Intelligent TurboWrite technology being activated. Intelligent TurboWrite operates only within a specific data transfer size. Performance may vary depending on SSD’s firmware, system hardware & configuration and other factors. For detailed information, please contact your local service centre.
Design Flexibility
The next advancement in NVMe SSD. The 970 EVO Plus fits up to 2TB onto the compact M.2 (2280) form factor, greatly expanding storage capacity and saving space for other components. Samsung’s innovative technology empowers you with the capacity to do more and accomplish more.
Exceptional Endurance
The new standard in sustainable performance. Get up to 1,200 TBW with a 5-year limited warranty for lasting performance. The 970 EVO Plus provides exceptional endurance powered by the latest V-NAND technology and Samsung’s quality.
* TBW: Terabytes Written * Warrantied TBW for 970 EVO Plus: 150 TBW for 250GB model, 300 TBW for 500GB model, 600 TBW for 1TB model, 1,200 TBW for 2TB model. * 5-years or TBW, whichever comes first. For more information on the warranty, please find the enclosed warranty statement in the package.Unparalleled Reliability
Achieve a new level of drive confidence. Samsung’s advanced nickel-coated controller and heat spreader on the 970 EVO Plus enable superior heat dissipation. The Dynamic Thermal Guard automatically monitors and maintains optimal operating temperatures to minimise performance drops.
Samsung Magician
Advanced drive management made simple. The Samsung Magician software will help you keep an eye on your drive. A suite of user-friendly tools helps keep your drive up to date, monitor drive health, check speed and even boost performance.
Specifications
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Application
Client PCs
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Interface
PCIe Gen 3.0 x 4, NVMe 1.3
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Dimension (WxHxD)
80.15 x 22.15 x 2.38 (mm)
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Weight
Max 8.0 g Weight
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Performance
Up to 3,500 MB/s * Performance may vary based on system hardware & configuration
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Sequential Write
Up to 3,200 MB/s * Performance may vary based on system hardware & configuration
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Warranty
5-Year Limited Warrantyor 300 TBW Limited Warranty
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Application
Client PCs
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Capacity
500GB (1GB=1 Billion byte by IDEMA) * Actual usable capacity may be less (due to formatting, partitioning, operating system, applications or otherwise)
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Form Factor
M.2 (2280)
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Interface
PCIe Gen 3.0 x 4, NVMe 1.3
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Dimension (WxHxD)
80.15 x 22.15 x 2.38 (mm)
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Weight
Max 8.0 g Weight
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Storage Memory
Samsung V-NAND 3-bit MLC
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Controller
Samsung in-house controller
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Cache Memory
Samsung 512MB Low Power DDR4 SDRAM
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TRIM Support
Supported
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S.M.A.R.T Support
Supported
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GC (Garbage Collection)
Auto Garbage Collection Algorithm
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Encryption Support
AES 256-bit Encryption (Class 0)TCG/Opal IEEE1667 (Encrypted drive)
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WWN Support
Not supported
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Device Sleep Mode Support
Yes
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Sequential Read
Up to 3,500 MB/s * Performance may vary based on system hardware & configuration
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Sequential Write
Up to 3,200 MB/s * Performance may vary based on system hardware & configuration
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Random Read (4KB, QD32)
Up to 480,000 IOPS * Performance may vary based on system hardware & configuration
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Random Write (4KB, QD32)
Up to 550,000 IOPS * Performance may vary based on system hardware & configuration
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Random Read (4KB, QD1)
Up to 19,000 IOPS * Performance may vary based on system hardware & configuration
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Random Write (4KB, QD1)
Up to 60,000 IOPS * Performance may vary based on system hardware & configuration
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Average Power Consumption (system level)
* Average: 5.8 W * Maximum: 9 W (Burst mode) * Actual power consumption may vary depending on system hardware & configuration
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Power consumption (Idle)
Max. 30 mW * Actual power consumption may vary depending on system hardware & configuration
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Allowable Voltage
3.3 V ± 5 % Allowable voltage
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Reliability (MTBF)
1.5 Million Hours Reliability (MTBF)
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Operating Temperature
0 - 70 ℃ Operating Temperature
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Shock
1,500 G & 0.5 ms (Half sine)
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Installation Kit
Not Available
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Management SW
Magician Software for SSD management
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5-Year Limited Warrantyor 300 TBW Limited Warranty
Reviews
970 EVO Plus NVMe ™ M.2 SSD 500GB
- The SSD offers exceptional performance and reliability, with users reporting fast boot times, rapid application loading, and seamless multitasking.
- Many highlight the drive's impressive read and write speeds that often exceed the manufacturer's claims.
- Customers describe the SSD as a significant upgrade over traditional hard drives and previous SSD models, with dramatic improvements in system responsiveness.
- While a few users have experienced compatibility or overheating issues, the vast majority of reviews are overwhelmingly positive, and the SSD is considered a top-tier storage solution that delivers exceptional value and reliability.
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194 Reviews
2022-03-22
Plant City, FL
2019-10-24
Hanover park
2023-01-19
north macedonia
2023-04-01
Michigan
Samsung Brand Ambassador
Michael: I’m sorry to hear that your Samsung 970 EVO Plus SSD did not meet your expectations. This is not the quality we expect from our products. Samsung stands behind the quality and performance of every 970 EVO Plus SSD we manufacture with a limited 5-year manufacturer’s warranty when purchased brand-new, directly from any authorized dealer. Please contact Samsung Customer Support directly so that we can better investigate your issue and assist you towards a resolution or replacement. You can reach us at: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory or press #, then 6 for Memory products) Available 9AM – 9PM EST (Mon-Fri) Or visit us on the Samsung website and click on the SUPPORT link in the upper right corner of the homepage for: 1. Chat with Us/Product Help: To begin a chat or find solutions, choose ‘Computing – Memory & Storage’ and select your model & topic. We look forward to hearing from you soon. - Samsung Memory
2019-11-08
2019-10-29
Cedar Park
2024-01-23
Daytona Beach, FL
Samsung Brand Ambassador
RST Computers: I’m very sorry for the difficulties you’ve experienced with your 970 EVO Plus SSD. We completely understand your frustrations, and we are here to help. Please contact Samsung Customer Support directly so that we can better investigate your issue and assist you towards a resolution or replacement. You can reach us at: 1) Call: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory). Available 9AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) 2) Email: samsungmemorysupport@sea.samsung.com 3) LiveChat 9AM-6PM EST (Mon-Fri) -- https://www.livehelpnow.net/lhn/lcv.aspx?d=34834&ms=&zzwindow=0&lhnid=29783 We hope to hear from you soon. - Samsung Memory
2022-09-05
USA
2019-10-28
2019-10-28
New York
2022-11-03
2019-04-07
2022-03-22
2019-04-13
2020-04-05
Indianapolis, IN
OBA
Junior: Thank you for purchasing the Samsung 970 EVO Plus NVMe SSD. I am sorry to hear that you are having issues with the Migration Software. The latest downloadable Samsung Tools & Software can be found here: https://www.samsung.com/semiconductor/minisite/ssd/download/tools/ Should you need assistance with troubleshooting, please contact Samsung Customer Support: 1) Call: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory) Available 9AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) 2) Email: samsungmemorysupport@sea.samsung.com 3) LiveChat: https://www.livehelpnow.net/lhn/lcv.aspx?d=34834&ms=&zzwindow=0&lhnid=29783 Available 12PM-6PM EST (Mon-Fri) The Samsung Members Community is also a great resource for getting help from Samsung moderators and customers: https://us.community.samsung.com/t5/Get-Help/ct-p/get-help To optimize your product experience, we encourage you to register your new Samsung SSD at: https://www.samsung.com/us/support/register/ Registering your product gives you access to easy warranty support, convenient opt-in to special promos & offers, faster troubleshooting & service, and quick notification of system updates. Samsung stands behind the quality and performance of every product we manufacture with a limited 5-year manufacturer's limited warranty when purchased brand-new, directly from an authorized seller. ~ Samsung Memory
2019-12-04
Hazleton, Pensilvania
2019-10-29
Philadelphia, PA
2022-07-27
West Hills, CA
2019-07-16
Bolsward
2019-06-28
Scheveningen
2019-03-31
Columbus Ohio
2019-10-24
COATESVILLE
2019-10-28
Nashville, TN
2019-08-04
Amsterdam
2021-03-15
TX
2019-10-31
North little rock, AR
2020-09-30
OBA
MCdc: I am sorry you had trouble registering your 97 EVO Plus NVMe SSD and for any inconvenience this may have caused you. However, you can easily get assistance and warranty service by contacting Samsung Memory Support Please contact Samsung Customer Support for troubleshooting and any questions or concerns you may have. You can reach us at: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory) Available 9AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) Or visit us on the Samsung website and click on the SUPPORT link in the upper right corner for: 1) Contact Us Options (LiveChat, Remote Support, Facebook, Twitter) 2) Product Support 3) Manuals and Downloads 4) Warranty Info 5) Product Registration: Registering your product gives you access to easy warranty support, convenient opt-in to special promos and offers, faster troubleshooting and service, and quick notification of system updates 6) Samsung Community: A great resource for getting help from Samsung moderators and customers and more 7) …and more product, repair, order, and care options Samsung is committed to providing the best possible product experience, quality, and value, and we are always here to help with any of your questions or concerns. - Samsung Memory
2019-10-31
Honolulu, HI
2022-04-25
Lawrence
2019-10-28
Gretna, NE
2020-01-05
SC
2019-07-04
Vlissingen
2022-10-18
Florida
2022-03-22
North Highlands, CA
2020-06-30
Montesson
2019-11-05
Levittown. NY
2019-06-12
Purmerend
2019-06-19
Connecticut
2022-01-09
2022-11-11
Chicago
2022-05-18
Fresno, CA
2022-07-27
Santa Clara, CA
2022-07-27
Crete, IL
2023-02-22
2019-10-31
Beaver Dam, Wi
2021-10-24
Metz
2019-07-24
North Chesterfield VA
2019-12-04
Vancouver, WA
OBA
Sterkoff: I am very sorry to hear that you are experiencing errors with your 970 EVO Plus Internal SSD. Please give us the opportunity to assist you with step-by-step troubleshooting or warranty service. You can contact Customer Support via any of the following options. 1) Call: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory) Available 9AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) 2) Email: samsungmemorysupport@sea.samsung.com 3) LiveChat: https://www.livehelpnow.net/lhn/lcv.aspx?d=34834&ms=&zzwindow=0&lhnid=29783 Available 12PM-6PM EST (Mon-Fri) The Samsung Members Community is also a great resource for getting help from Samsung moderators and customers: https://us.community.samsung.com/t5/Get-Help/ct-p/get-help Samsung stands behind the quality and performance of every EVO Plus SSD we manufacture with a limited 5-year manufacturer’s warranty when purchased brand-new, directly from an authorized dealer. We hope to hear from you. ~ Samsung Memory
2019-10-28
Vale
2021-12-02
2023-02-15
CT
2019-07-12
Barcelona, Spain
OBA
Darkpit: Thank you for purchasing the Samsung 970 EVO Plus NVMe M.2 SSD and for your review. I am sorry to hear that you are not completely happy with performance speeds. Your 1TB drive was engineered to deliver speeds of up to 3,500MB/s Seq. Read and 3,300MB/s Seq. Write. Benchmark test results may differ depending upon the system environment, host software and hardware configuration. I encourage you to call Samsung Customer Support to better diagnose and assist you with your speed issue. 1) Call: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory) Available 9AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) 2) Email: samsungmemorysupport@sea.samsung.com 3) LiveChat: https://www.livehelpnow.net/lhn/lcv.aspx?d=34834&ms=&zzwindow=0&lhnid=29783 Available 12PM-6PM EST (Mon-Fri) The Samsung Memory and Storage Community is also a great resource for getting help from Samsung moderators and customers: https://us.community.samsung.com If you have not already so, we encourage you to register your new Samsung SSD at: https://www.samsung.com/us/support/register/ Registering your product gives you access to easy warranty support, convenient opt-in to special promos & offers, faster troubleshooting & service, and quick notification of system updates. ~ Samsung Memory
2019-06-17
Veenendaal
2021-01-26
2019-10-11
Augusta, GA, USA
2024-01-21
Redmond
Samsung Brand Ambassador
CBI95: Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm sorry that your experience fell short of expectations. Your 1TB drive was engineered to deliver speeds of up to 3,500MB/s Seq. Read and 3,300MB/s Seq. Write. Benchmark test results may differ depending upon the system environment, host software and hardware configuration. I encourage you to call Samsung Customer Support to better diagnose and assist you with your speed issue. You can reach us at: 1) Call: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory). Available 9AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) 2) Email: samsungmemorysupport@sea.samsung.com 3) LiveChat 9AM-6PM EST (Mon-Fri) -- https://www.livehelpnow.net/lhn/lcv.aspx?d=34834&ms=&zzwindow=0&lhnid=29783 Thank you for choosing Samsung, we hope to hear from you. - Samsung Memory
2022-03-22
Bloomington, IN
2020-09-10
2019-10-28
Cadet
2019-06-17
Leeuwarden
2019-06-15
Bergschenhoek
2020-11-18
2022-05-05
Warren, OH
2021-06-01
Wingene/Zwevezele
Samsung
Hi Roger, bedankt voor jouw review. Voor technische vragen over jouw SSD adviseren wij om contact met ons op te nemen via Messenger: https://bit.ly/3aEuC3u. Wij kijken dan graag met je mee.
2021-12-24
Apple Valley, CA
Samsung Brand Ambassador
Ahmed: I’m very sorry for the difficulties you’ve experienced with your 970 EVO Plus SSD not being recognized. We completely understand your frustrations, and we are here to help. There are several reasons why this may be happening. 1. Your PC may fail to detect the SSD automatically; please search for new devices in Windows Device Manager. 2. When Hot Plug-in for each port in BIOS settings is set to Off by default, Windows may fail to detect the SSD. In this case, reboot the system, enter BIOS setup, and go to the configuration menu to ensure that Hot Plug-in for each port is set to "Enable“. How to enter BIOS setup for different mainboards: • GIGABYTE -->F12, ASUS --> F8, ASRock --> F11, Biostar --> F9, MSI --> F11, Intel --> F10 3. When SSD is not properly connected, the system may fail to detect the SSD. Disconnect and reconnect 4. When the partition has not been defined, it may cause failure in detecting the SSD. Go to Device Manager to set up a partition, format the drive, and then reboot. • Management> Disk Management> Select SSD> Set up partition and format. For further assistance, step-by-step troubleshooting or warranty service. Please contact Samsung Memory Support directly. You can reach us at: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory or press #, then 6 for Memory products) Available 9AM – 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) Or visit us on the Samsung website and click on the SUPPORT link in the upper right corner of the homepage for: 1. Chat with Us/Product Help: To begin a chat or find solutions, choose ‘Computing – Memory & Storage’ and select your model & topic. 2. Manuals & Software 3. Warranty Info 4. Register a Product: For access to easy warranty support, convenient opt-in to special promos and offers, faster troubleshooting and service, and quick notification of system updates 5. Contact Us We look forward to hearing from you soon. - Samsung Memory
2019-07-02
Gijzegem
2019-07-22
limburg
2019-06-30
Bergen op ZOom
2020-02-18
kentucky
2022-12-29
MS
2022-05-31
Los Angeles, CA
2019-06-22
Maarssen
2020-10-30
Dhaka, Bd
2020-09-07
OBA
Gerry: Thank you for purchasing the 970 EVO Plus NVMe M.2 SSD. I am very sorry to hear that you are experiencing heat issues. Samsung NVMe SSDs maintain optimal performance thanks to Samsung’s advanced design and manufacturing capabilities coupled with an integrated, heat dissipating thermal label. In rare instances of extreme workloads (transfer of several hundreds of GB), performance may be throttled through Samsung’s dynamic thermal throttling algorithm to protect the SSDs integrity. Please be aware, however, that an external heat source such as a high-powered graphics card, or CPU placed in close proximity to the SSD, can adversely affect airflow around a Samsung NVMe SSD which may lead to performance degradation. Therefore, please ensure there is appropriate airflow around your SSD. Should you have any further questions or concerns we can help you with, please contact Samsung Customer Support. You can reach us at: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory) Available 9AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) Or visit us on the Samsung website and click on the SUPPORT link in the upper right corner for: 1) Contact Us Options (LiveChat, Remote Support, Facebook, Twitter) 2) Product Support 3) Manuals and Downloads 4) Warranty Info 5) Product Registration: Registering your product gives you access to easy warranty support, convenient opt-in to special promos and offers, faster troubleshooting and service, and quick notification of system updates 6) Samsung Community: A great resource for getting help from Samsung moderators and customers and more 7) …and more product, repair, order, and care options Samsung stands behind the quality and performance of every 970 EVO Plus NVMe SSD we manufacture with a limited 5-year manufacturer’s warranty when purchased brand-new, directly from an authorized dealer. ~ Samsung Memory
2019-06-12
OBA
Tsunetmoto: I am happy to hear that you are enjoying the new 970 EVO Plus NVMe M.2 SSD. Installation of this NVMe M.2 SSD is essentially plug-and-play in an M.2 PCIe slot. Windows has an in-box driver that ensures your Samsung NVMe SSD is operational from the start. We recommend installing the Samsung NVMe Driver specifically designed for Samsung NVMe SSDs, to ensure optimal performance and to maximize compatibility with your system. To optimize your product experience, we encourage you to register your new Samsung SSD at: https://www.samsung.com/us/support/register/ …and gain access to easy warranty support, convenient opt-in to special promos & offers, faster troubleshooting & service, and quick notification of system updates. Should you ever have questions or need assistance using this product, please contact Samsung Customer Support. 1) Call: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory) Available 9AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) 2) Email: samsungmemorysupport@sea.samsung.com 3) LiveChat: https://www.livehelpnow.net/lhn/lcv.aspx?d=34834&ms=&zzwindow=0&lhnid=29783 Available 12PM-6PM EST (Mon-Fri) The Samsung Memory and Storage Community is also a great resource for getting help from Samsung moderators and customers: https://us.community.samsung.com Thanks for choosing Samsung. ~Samsung Memory
2022-03-24
Sacramento, California
2019-06-08
Bruxelles
2021-04-23
france
2020-07-20
2019-07-02
Nijmegen
2022-03-26
Chicago, IL
2022-03-22
Stuart, FL
2022-04-25
California
2020-12-26
OBA
GSD80: I am very sorry for the issues you have encountered with your Samsung 970 EVO Plus NVMe SSD. I understand the frustrations and the inconveniences this has caused. Samsung stands behind the quality and performance of every 970 EVO Plus SSD we manufacture with a limited 5-year manufacturer’s warranty when purchased brand-new, directly from any authorized dealer. Please contact Samsung Customer Support directly so that we can better investigate your issue and assist you towards a resolution or replacement. You can reach us at: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory) Available 9AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) Or visit us on the Samsung website and click on the SUPPORT link in the upper right corner for: 1) Contact Us Options (LiveChat, Remote Support, Facebook, Twitter) 2) Product Support 3) Manuals and Downloads 4) Warranty Info 5) Product Registration: Registering your product gives you access to easy warranty support, convenient opt-in to special promos and offers, faster troubleshooting and service, and quick notification of system updates 6) Samsung Community: A great resource for getting help from Samsung moderators and customers and more 7) …and more product, repair, order, and care options Again, I am very sorry for the inconveniences you have had and hope that we will hear from you soon. - Samsung Memory
2019-06-15
Alphen aan den Rijn
2020-06-15
OBA
Dank: I am very sorry to hear that your 970 EVO Plus SSD is performing at such low speeds. This 500GB model is designed to deliver speeds of up to 3,500MB/s Seq. Read & 3,200MB/s Seq. Write. Please contact Samsung Memory Support directly so that we can better investigate your speed issue and assist you towards a solution or replacement. 1) Call: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory) Available 9AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) 2) Email: samsungmemorysupport@sea.samsung.com 3) LiveChat: https://www.livehelpnow.net/lhn/lcv.aspx?d=34834&ms=&zzwindow=0&lhnid=29783 Available 12PM-6PM EST (Mon-Fri) The Samsung Members Community is also a great resource for getting help from Samsung moderators and customers: https://us.community.samsung.com/t5/Get-Help/ct-p/get-help Samsung products are engineered to the highest standards of performance and quality and we back this SSD model with a 5-year limited manufacturer's warranty, if purchased brand-new from any authorized dealer. We look forward to hearing from you soon. - Samsung Memory
2019-07-01
Hasselt
2019-07-17
Emmeloord
2022-07-27
New York, NY
2022-03-22
Miami, FL
2023-04-24
Boston, Ma
2022-04-25
Knightdale,NC
2022-04-26
Houston, TX
2020-05-24
2021-12-02
Samsung Brand Ambassador
Rick: I’m very sorry for the difficulties you’ve experienced with your 970 EVO Plus SSD. We completely understand your frustrations, and we are here to help. So that we can better assist you with updating the firmware and drivers, we ask that you please contact us and speak with a Samsung Customer Service representative. You can reach us at: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory or press #, then 6 for Memory products) Available 9AM – 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) Or visit us on the Samsung website and click on the SUPPORT link in the upper right corner of the homepage for: 1. Chat with Us/Product Help: To begin a chat or find solutions, choose ‘Computing – Memory & Storage’ and select your model & topic. 2. Manuals & Software 3. Warranty Info 4. Register a Product: For access to easy warranty support, convenient opt-in to special promos and offers, faster troubleshooting and service, and quick notification of system updates 5. Contact Us We look forward to hearing from you soon. ~ Samsung Memory
2019-07-17
Delft
2022-08-07
Nebraska
2022-04-27
Colorado Springs
2022-03-23
Manchester, CT
2019-07-23
Linschoten
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