64GB KingSpec 1.8-inch ZIF 40-pin SSD Solid State Disk SMI Controller (MLC)

I bought the KingSpec SSD to upgrade a MacBook Air (1st Generation, Revision A, A1237) which previously had the stock 80GB Samsung HDD. I had read online that upgrading to an SSD would give me a big performance boost on this ancient and sluggish Mac. I wasn't sure how much of a boost I'd see, but after doing the upgrade I feel so much happier with the computer - it's now a pleasure to use. For example, Microsoft Word used to take minutes to open, but now it takes seconds. It seems that the old HDD was imposing a very tight bottleneck on how quickly stuff could move between storage, memory, and the processor. Other benefits include increased battery life, less noise, and (presumably) increased reliability, although I can't comment on the device's longevity, since I've only had it for two weeks.I also bought a RunCore SSD enclosure (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00439FPMW/), which allowed me to hook up the KingSpec SSD to my Mac via USB, and then format the drive and install a fresh copy of Mac OS X Lion. (Tip: don't give the SSD the same name as your current HDD - this will confuse the OS X installer). After doing this, I followed the excellent directions on ifixit ([...]) to install the drive into my Mac. These directions were super easy to follow, although probably not for the faint-hearted. Finally, I moved over my documents, apps, media, etc from backup. This whole process was surprisingly quick - around two hours.If you're still running a 1st gen MacBook Air with a HDD, I can highly recommend moving to solid state - you will see a huge improvement.

I'm going to hazard a guess that a lot of people looking at this product are interested in using it for the same purpose that I was, namely to put it into an iPod Classic to replace the stock Hard Drive. After much Googling, I couldn't come up with a definitive answer as to whether or not this particular model of SSD would be compatible with my iPod so I figured the only way to find out would be to take the plunge and buy one. Just to be completely clear to anyone with the same question:THIS SSD IS 100% COMPATIBLE WITH THE IPOD CLASSIC 120GBI can't make the same claim for any other model of iPod, but I would proffer a very educated guess that this would be compatible with any Classic model from 6th Generation up - although if you have the thicker backed iPod then you'll need to put something in to fill the empty space and stop it from knocking around inside the case.The Zif connector was immediately compatible with my iPod without any need for any connection adapter, although a connector was provided inside the package with the SSD.Read/Write speeds on this drive are good as expected from an SSD and a good improvement on an old school HDD. An SSD also has the added benefit of being much more durable and rugged than a HDD due to it not having any moving parts to be damaged by a drop or knock. I fully expect this drive to last longer than an equivalent Hard Drive.All in all, a good buy and recommended for anyone looking to put this in a late generation click-wheel iPod. I also believe that this SSD is a suitable replacement drive for a MacBook Air, but as I don't have one of those, don't take my word for it without doing your own research.

I bought the Kingspec 128GB solid state zif disk as a replacement for the Toshiba 128GB hard disk in my Sony Handycam.Just wanted everyone to know that it worked seemlessly. The Kingspec disk was a drop in replacement for the Toshiba and it now works silently and is faster and lighter. An excellent product and though it is not advertised as compatible with the Handycam, it is!

Delivered as expected, found instructions online about the zif interface's latch and it went on nice and easy. Recognised by both Ubuntu and Windows 7 on my Dell D430 straight-away (with latest BIOS) and installation went on without a hitch. Boot up time is now super quick and the system is much more responsive. Am glad I made the purchase and upgraded from the old Toshiba HDD that was previously in the system. Two months down the line - still seems as quick, not noticed any degradation in performance.

Great little SSD, wanted to report it runs flawlessly on an old 2007 WiBrain B1H UMPC.Would recommend this unit! Obviously do note it's a ZIF40 connection, I'd never dealt with this before until now but it's a straight forward lever mechanism to lock the ribbon cable in place.Would also recommend getting the Kingspec Enclosure (Nice solid build quality), so you can read/re-use the old drive.

Replaced a Samsung HS082HB on my Compaq Mini 730 EV Netbook.Fully compatible.Netbook works perfect and much faster.Feels like a much more powerful computer.Really happy.REPLACING PROCEDURE TIPAfter you replace your disk do not try to find it in your netbook's System Configuration.You will not see it there.You will connect your external DVD with your Windows Operating System CD/DVD in it and you will boot your computer from CD.The installing procedure begins,where you will see your new disk.WHY 4 STARS AND NOT 5The disk comes in a very nice packaging in which you will find a "tape-style" connector cable as well.Unfortunately no instructions at all and no guides/videos on their website on how to connect your disk on your computer using the cable (which end of the cable is for the disk and which for the computer,how to connect the cable etc.).Fortunately i know the way to do this but there are people who don't.Why KingSpec does not give them some kind of guide/manual/instructions?It would have been no more than 3 or 4 lines.Or at least upload a "how to" video on their official website.