{"product_id":"wd-sn740-2tb-m2-2230-pcie-4-nvme-ssd-steam-deck-surface","title":"WD SN740 2TB M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD – Steam Deck \u0026 Surface","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eWD SN740 2TB M.2 2230 NVMe SSD – High-Speed Storage for Steam Deck, Surface \u0026amp; More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your device with the \u003cstrong\u003eWestern Digital WD SN740 2TB M.2 2230 NVMe SSD\u003c\/strong\u003e — a compact, ultra-fast internal solid state drive built for Gen4 PCIe 4.0 x4 performance. Whether you're expanding your Steam Deck, Microsoft Surface, or a compatible ultrabook, this drive delivers blazing sequential speeds of up to \u003cstrong\u003e5,150 MB\/s read\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e4,900 MB\/s write\u003c\/strong\u003e to keep your workflow and gaming sessions running at full throttle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Important Notices Before You Buy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhen using an SSD enclosure, \u003cstrong\u003einitialize the SSD in Disk Management first\u003c\/strong\u003e — otherwise it will not appear in your computer. This is not a product defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOT work with Microsoft Surface Pro 8 (SP8)\u003c\/strong\u003e — some units may cause instability in SP8 devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOT work with Xbox expansion adapters\u003c\/strong\u003e — if you need Xbox storage expansion, this is not the correct drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMassive 2TB Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store games, large files, creative projects, and applications without compromise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sequential read speeds up to 5,150 MB\/s and write speeds up to 4,900 MB\/s for next-level performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM.2 2230 Form Factor (22mm × 30mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e The compact size is specifically engineered to fit the Steam Deck, Microsoft Surface Pro X, and many slim laptops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTLC NAND Flash:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable, high-density flash memory for consistent, long-term storage performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Drive, No Heatsink Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, slim installation without added bulk — no cooling fin or RGB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Device Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with Steam Deck, Surface Pro 7+, Surface Pro X, Surface Laptop 3\/4\/Go, Surface Book 3, ASUS ROG series, GPD Win Max 2, Dell 2230-interface laptops (7200\/7410\/7510\/7610\/7470\/5370\/5491\/5510\/5511\/XPS 13-9380, Dell G15 5510\/5511\/5515\/5520\/5521, Alienware M17\/M15 R6), and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWestern Digital (WD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSN740\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM.2 2230\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe 1.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Sequential Read\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5,150 MB\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Sequential Write\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4,900 MB\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNAND Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (HMB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeatsink \/ RGB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo \/ No\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in Mainland China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCapacity Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHard drive capacity is calculated by the manufacturer using 1GB = 1,000 MB. Your operating system uses a binary standard (1GB = 1,024 MB), so the displayed capacity will appear slightly lower than the labeled capacity. A portion of capacity is also reserved for drive formatting and system functions. This is normal and not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual read\/write speeds may vary depending on your host device, system configuration, drive capacity, and operating environment. For best results, ensure your device supports PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 2230 slots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More Storage \u0026amp; Craft Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for compact storage solutions for your supplies or small items? Check out our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/airtight-transparent-pet-storage-bottle-craft-beads-home-organization\"\u003eAirtight Transparent PET Storage Bottle\u003c\/a\u003e or keep things organized with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vintage-baroque-embossed-metal-decorative-tray-jewelry-organizer\"\u003eVintage Baroque Embossed Metal Tray – Jewelry \u0026amp; Decor Organizer\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/eye-face-protection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA on eye and face protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the WD SN740 2TB M.2 2230 NVMe SSD compatible with the Steam Deck?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes! The WD SN740 M.2 2230 SSD (22mm × 30mm) is designed to fit the Steam Deck's internal M.2 2230 slot. It supports PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe 1.4, enabling fast load times and ample 2TB storage for your game library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Will this SSD work with Microsoft Surface Pro X and other Surface devices?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the WD SN740 2TB is compatible with Surface Pro X, Surface Pro 7+, Surface Laptop 3\/4\/Go, and Surface Book 3. However, it is \u003cstrong\u003eNOT compatible with Surface Pro 8 (SP8)\u003c\/strong\u003e, which may experience instability with this drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Does this drive require any special setup after installation?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: If you are using the SSD inside an external enclosure, you must \u003cstrong\u003einitialize the drive in Windows Disk Management\u003c\/strong\u003e before it will be recognized by your system. For direct M.2 slot installation in a laptop or handheld device, follow your device manufacturer's installation guide and format the drive as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What does \"TLC NAND\" mean and how does it affect performance?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: TLC (Triple-Level Cell) NAND is a high-density flash memory type that offers an excellent balance of storage capacity, speed, and cost. The WD SN740 uses TLC NAND to deliver consistent Gen4 NVMe performance across everyday workloads, gaming, and creative tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- production-packaging-notice --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Packaging Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. 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