The **MHO 61FAAD-R** refers to a high-performance, small-form-factor Solid State Drive (SSD), typically manufactured by **SK Hynix**. This specific model is an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) drive often found in ultra-thin laptops like the Microsoft Surface Pro or Dell XPS series. --- ## Technical Specifications The following table breaks down the core electronic and hardware specifications of the MHO 61FAAD-R: | Component | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | SK Hynix | | **Form Factor** | M.2 2230 (30mm length) | | **Interface** | NVMe PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 | | **Storage Capacity** | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (model dependent) | | **NAND Flash Type** | 176-Layer 3D TLC (Triple-Level Cell) | | **Controller** | SK Hynix Proprietary Controller | | **Protocol** | NVMe 1.4 | --- ## Key Electronic Characteristics ### 1. M.2 2230 Form Factor Unlike the standard 2280 (80mm) drives found in desktops, the "2230" indicates a width of 22mm and a length of only 30mm. This requires high-density electronic packaging where the controller and the NAND flash chips are often integrated very closely to save space. ### 2. PCIe Gen 4.0 Interface The drive utilizes the Fourth Generation Peripheral Component Interconnect Express. This allows for significantly higher data transfer rates compared to Gen 3: * **Read Speeds:** Up to ~5,000 MB/s. * **Write Speeds:** Up to ~3,500 MB/s. ### 3. Power Management As an OEM part designed for mobile devices, the MHO 61FAAD-R includes sophisticated **Power State (PS)** management. It is designed to enter "Deep Sleep" modes (L1.2 sub-states) to conserve battery life when the laptop is idle, drawing milliwatts of power. ### 4. Thermal Throttling Due to its small size, heat dissipation is a challenge. The electronic controller includes an onboard thermal sensor that automatically "throttles" (slows down) the clock speed of the drive if temperatures exceed safe operating limits (typically around 70°C). --- ## Identification and Labels When looking at the physical part, you will notice several regulatory markings essential for electronic hardware: * **KCC/CE/VCCI:** Certifications for electromagnetic compatibility. * **Voltage:** Usually rated at **3.3V** with a current draw of approximately **2.5A** at peak performance.