Western Digital SiliconDrive 256MB 1.8in PATA Internal SSD SSD-C25M-3500 Tested
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About this product
The Western Digital SiliconDrive SSD-C25M-3500 is a compact 1.8-inch internal SSD with a mere 256MB storage capacity. It features a PATA interface, catering specifically to legacy systems. This model is ideal for embedded applications or very old devices that require a solid-state storage solution with this particular form factor and interface, produced in the Philippines.
Our take
This Western Digital SiliconDrive is clearly intended for specific, older hardware given its 1.8-inch form factor and PATA interface. With only 256MB of storage, it's far too small for any modern general-purpose computing. However, for industrial equipment, vintage laptops, or embedded systems, this could be a perfect drop-in replacement. The price of $40 for such a small, specialized drive reflects its niche market rather than its raw capacity value.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 1.8 inch form factor
- PATA interface support
- Western Digital brand
Cons
- Extremely limited 256 MB capacity
- Outdated PATA interface
Specifications
- Brand Western Digital
- Form Factor 1.8 in
- Type Internal SSD
- Drive Type(s) Supported SSD (Solid State Drive)
- Color Black
- Model SiliconDrive
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- MPN
- SSD-C25M-3500
- Storage Capacity
- 256 MB
- Interface
- PATA
- Country of Origin
- Philippines