Question 1

What is the difference between the M series and the B series?

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The MX Crucial SSD storage series has one of the most generous dynamic SLC dynamic DRAM cache which helps make a map of the drives buffer contents; for example if one gets the 4Tb model that comes with 4Gb of DRAM storage, 2Tb that comes with 2Gb of DRAM storage and 1Tb that comes with 1Gb of DRAM storage; that helps with buffering up ones data stream which serves to smooth out ones data streaming experience; the MX Crucial SSD storage series also has a much better endurance rating on the 2Tb of 700Tbw versus BX of only 240Tbw largely because of its new 64/96 layer 3D NAND technology that directly challenges even the highly popular much more expensive Samsung EVO series line of SSD's; the BX Crucial SSD storage series has a five year warranty vs MX series only three year warranty; the MX Crucial SSD storage series has built-in hardware based AES 256-bit encryption controller also as well; just go with the MX Crucial SSD storage series as one is getting quite a lot of worthwhile great added extra value added features and also extra value added reliable performance that is a mere on average only $10 added per 1 Tb SSD storage which approaches the near feature and value added SSD storage feature set of even the Samsung EVO series.

Question 2

Is the hardware encryption more secure than Veracrypt software encryption?

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Dear client,

thank you for contacting us, it will be a pleasure helping you.

Regarding your question, the hardware encryption is the same as the Veracrypt sw encryption, so there is no difference with the two.

In case of any questions or doubts do not hesitate to contact us.

Regards

Georgi
 Memory and Storage Expert
 Crucial by Micron® 
 Micron Consumer Products Group
 Contact us:  https://www.crucial.com/support/contact

Question 3

is it compatible with ps 4 pro?

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Yes. I have installed this drive "1TB MX500" in a PS4 Pro without issue and with great results. 20% fasterish loading screens, Texture popin becomes non existent, OS is more fluid and installs of game updates is 50% faster.

*If attempting to go above 4TB on the internal drive, I would recommend you look into additional compatibility issues. Anything sub 4 terabyte this is perfect.

Question 4

Question for seller: which shipping companies do you use (usps / amazon / ups / fedex etc)?

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ASIN	B0786QNS9B
Additional Features	Data Recovery Service
Best Sellers Rank	#29 in Internal Solid State Drives
Brand	Crucial
Built-In Media	7mm to 9.5mm Spacer, Acronis True Image for Crucial Cloning Software and Installation, MX500 2.5-inch Solid State Drive
Cache Memory Installed Size	256
Compatible Devices	Desktop, Laptop
Connectivity Technology	SATA
Customer Package Type	Standard Packaging
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 55,575 Reviews
Data Transfer Rate	6 gigabits_per_second
Digital Storage Capacity	500 GB
Enclosure Material	Information Not Available
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Hard Disk Description	Dynamic Write Acceleration Redundant Array of Independent NAND (RAIN) Multistep Data Integrity Algorithm Adaptive Thermal Protection Integrated Power Loss Immunity Active Garbage Collection TRIM Support Self-Monitoring and Reporting Technology (SMART) Error Correction Code (ECC) Device Sleep Support Hard Disk Description Dynamic Write Acceleration Redundant Array of Independent NAND (RAIN) Multistep Data Integrity Algorithm Adaptive Thermal Protection Integrated Power Loss Immunity Active Garbage Collection TRIM Support Self-Monitoring and Reporting Technology (SMART) Error Correction Code (ECC) Device Sleep Support See more
Hard Disk Interface	SATA 6 GB/s
Hard-Drive Size	500 GB
Hardware Connectivity	SATA 6.0 Gb/s
Hardware Platform	PC; Mac
Installation Type	Internal Hard Drive
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	5.1"L x 3.9"W x 0.4"Th
Item Type Name	Solid State Drive
Item Weight	39.4 g
Manufacturer	Crucial
Media Speed	510 MB
Mfr Part Number	CT500MX500SSD1
Model Name	MX500
Model Number	CT500MX500SSD1
Number of Items	1
Read Speed	560 megabytes_per_second
Special Feature	Data Recovery Service
Specific Uses For Product	personal, gaming, business
UPC	649528785053
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	5-year Limited

Crucial MX500 500GB 3D NAND SATA 2.5 Inch Internal SSD - CT500MX500SSD1, Blue/Gray

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