Speed up and expand your storage with the 480GB Aura P13 Pro NVMe M.2 2242 SSD from OWC. Designed to muscle through workloads or quickly launch programs, this M.2 2242 SSD features a 480GB storage capacity. Furthermore, the PCIe 3.1 x4 interface provides speeds up to 2771 MB/s. Utilizing TLC 3D V-NAND memory technology, this drive is intended for general-purpose computing. A 1.5 million-hour mean time between failure (MTBF) rating ensures the reliability of the drive.

Supporting S.M.A.R.T. and TRIM operations, the Aura P13 Pro is compatible with Windows 7 and later and Windows Home Server 2011 and later when utilizing a compatible M.2 2242 slot or enclosure. This drive is also compatible with macOS 10.13 and higher when using a PCIe card or external enclosure. Please note, this SSD is not a compatible replacement for the internal drive in any Mac computer.

480GB Storage Capacity    M.2 2242 Form Factor    PCIe 3.1 x4 Interface    Transfer Rates up to 2771 MB/s    Phison E13T Controller    TLC 3D V-NAND Memory Technology    Designed for General-Purpose Computing    S.M.A.R.T. & TRIM Support    1.5 Million Hours MTBF    Compatible with Mac & Windows

The Aura P13 Pro might be small, but it delivers a performance upgrade to computers and devices that use a 2242 M.2 SSD. Rip through production-level audio, design, and photography workflows with speeds up to 2771 MB/s. Transfer and back up files faster and load apps or games almost instantly. Whatever your storage performance desire, the Aura P13 Pro takes you from contender to champ.

Whether you're editing large format video in the field on an ultra-thin notebook or using Affinity Photo to do delicate image retouching on an all-in-one machine, the Aura P13 Pro helps you go the distance. By incorporating advanced flash management technology along with SLC caching technology, the Aura P13 Pro delivers quick transfer speeds with optimized reliability.

With no moving parts, the Aura P13 Pro is the ideal SSD contender for pocket-sized rugged portable drives like the Envoy Pro Elektron. You can edit and save work files or take your favorite games and music with you to play in the dirtiest and wettest environments.

Your data is irreplaceable, and it needs to be protected. That's why the Aura P13 Pro includes Acronis True Image OWC Data Protection. This combination backup and antimalware solution keeps your data protected from accidents, failures, and malware or ransomware attacks. Backup individual files and folders or schedule a full content backup. Run an antivirus scan of your full system or targeted files. AI-enhanced behavioral detection can even stop malware and ransom attacks in real-time.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this compatible for iMac late 2012, 27" in.?

A: The OWC 2TB Aura Pro IV PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 NVMe SSD is not compatible with your iMac.

Q: 2. The specs rate this at 600 TBW, but the OWC web page has it at 6820 TBW under "Endurance" can you clarify this?

A: The OWC 4TB Aura P12 M.2 Internal SSD has an endurance rating of 6820 TBW. 800 TBW refers to the 480 GB model of this SSD which has a lower endurance rating.

Q: 3. can I use with OWC Envoy Express Thunderbolt 3 M.2 NVME SSD Enclosure?

A: Yes, the Aura P12 will work fine.

Q: 4. Is this compatible with the Asus Proart Studiobook 16 Pro?

A: Yes, the OWC 4TB Aura Pro IV PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 NVMe SSD is compatible with the ASUS 16" ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED Multi-Touch Laptop.

Q: 5. Is this 7 mm or 15 mm thick?

A: The dimensions of the OWC 8TB U2 ShuttleOne NVMe U.2 Internal SSD are 0.9 cm (H) x 10.1 cm (L) x 7.0 cm (W).

Q: 6. That product image is too long to be a m.2 2242 (22mm W, 42mmL)?

A: It is a closeup photo, the drive is an M.2 2242 blade.

Q: 7. Will this work well on a Mac Mini M1, using the OWC Envoy Express as an external drive?

A: I looked into this and since 2018, Apple has soldered on the NVME chips to the motherboard and the SSD is not able to be upgraded post sale.

Q: 8. Hello, what is the TBW rating of this drive?

A: The manufacturer does not list a TBW rating for the OWC 2TB Aura P13 Pro NVMe M.2 2242 SSD BH #OWS3DN3P3T20. The MTBF is 1.5million hours.

Q: 9. Will this work on a lenovo yoga slim 7x snapdragon 1tb ssd m.2 2242 pcie gen4 tlc ?

A: Yes, the OWC 1TB Aura P13 Pro NVMe M.2 2242 SSD is compatible with the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x.

Q: 10. Would this [in theory] work with inside a Kinifinity Nano Body?

A: Yes, the OWC 1TB Aura Pro IV PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 NVMe SSD will fir into the Kinefinity KineMAG Nano Body, but we still don't know if it would be a good M.2 drive to use with the camera. The data rate is certainty sufficient but there may be other compatibility issues that we are unaware of at this time. We recommend using the Kinefinity KineMAG Nano (1TB) until Kinefinity releases a compatibility list for the KineMAG Nano Body.