Newegg.com - Kingston 64GB SATA 2.5" SSD $73.99 after rebate

[underclocker]

Pretty good deal on Kingston 64GB 2.5" SATA SSD --> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a ... 6820139415

Kingston info --> http://www.kingston.com/ssd/v100.asp

$73.99 after $40 rebate until Feb. 13, 2011

[ArtShapiro]

I see this guy supports TRIM, which isn't common on most affordable SSDs. Any red flags on this model, anyone?

Art

[emtee3511]

I've been using a Kingston SSDNow V Series in two of my ThinkPads for about a two years now --

I have a 160gb in my favorite X200 -- it is made by Intel and listed as SA2M160G2GC2VV1 (haven't a clue what all those numbers mean) --

I have a 128gb in my son's X61m -- SNV425S2128GB --

Unfortunately I don't have the expertise to offer any info other than each of my machines with SSD's are like new machines after installing the SSD's -- they are so fast and responsive --even my little IdeaPad and my X100e are quick and snappy -- Boot time, depending on the machine is anywhere from under 40 seconds to under 60 seconds -- I really like that --

I purchased each SSD (except the one that came OEM with my X301) based on size and price, and I have ended up with Samsung, Kingston, Apple (which I think I remember was Samsung, but not sure) and Dell (which was Samsung) -- They all seem to perform equally well --

[underclocker]

Here are some reviews from Amazon --> http://www.amazon.com/Kingston-SSDNow-S ... Descending

The only negative review is because the reviewer did not like the bundled cloning software! You have to read between the lines, as usual.

It seems like a good disk for the price. As long as 64GB is adequate for the particular machine / use.

I ordered one. (Note: Intermittently, NewEgg has shown the item out of stock. I tried to buy one this morning, but could not. It was available this afternoon.)

[rkawakami]

If you click on the "Feedback" tab at the Newegg.com page, you'll see a two claims of infant mortality and one of slow write speed.

[Harryc]

I got in on this deal as well. This will be the second Kingston SSD I own, the first (have owned it for 4 months) being installed in the T60P I am typing this on. I find them reliable and fast...so far. $74 is dirt cheap for this drive. Last time I paid $90 (for the previous model 64GB drive) if I recall correctly. It was from Buy.com using a similar large rebate. By the way Kingston seems to be pretty good about processing the rebate checks within a month or so.

[underclocker]

Now it's up to $79.99, after rebate.

Mine just arrived, it only took two days.

[AllTPedOut]

That's why it's nice having a distribution center in NJ...quick turnaround for us Northeasterners!
Do let us know how it works out!

[Harryc]

My order says it's shipping from Fontana CA. I'd be shocked if it only took (2) days.