WD Black SN850X 8TB NVMe SSD – WDS800T2XHE (M.2 2280, PCIe 4.0 x4, Heatsink)

Upgrade your PC or laptop with the WD Black SN850X 8TB NVMe SSD—a premium storage solution engineered for speed, reliability, and endurance. This 8TB M.2 2280 drive leverages PCIe Gen4 x4 technology to deliver exceptionally fast data access, dramatically shorten game load times, accelerate large file transfers, and power demanding creative workloads. The integrated heatsink design helps manage thermals during extended gaming sessions or heavy editing tasks, enabling sustained performance without throttling. Whether you’re building a new system from scratch or upgrading an existing rig, the SN850X provides ample space and blistering speeds to keep your workflows fluid and responsive.

• Unmatched Gen4 NVMe performance for gaming, creative work, and professional workloads, delivering rapid boot times, fast texture streaming, and quick asset transfers.
• Massive 8TB capacity to store a sprawling library of games, software, media files, and work projects—built to scale with your evolving storage needs.
• Integrated heatsink for thermally optimized operation, maintaining peak speeds during long sessions and in compact builds with limited airflow.
• High compatibility with PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe interfaces while remaining backward compatible with PCIe Gen3 systems, ensuring broad motherboard support.
• Reliable WD Black build quality with a robust warranty, designed for durability, endurance, and long-term use in demanding environments.

Technical Details of WD Black SN850X 8TB NVMe SSD

• Capacity: 8 TB
• Form Factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe
• Heatsink: Integrated (WDS800T2XHE)
• Warranty: 5-year limited
• Model/SKU: WDS800T2XHE

how to install WD Black SN850X 8TB NVMe SSD

• Power down your computer, unplug from power, and ground yourself to avoid static discharge.
• Open the case or access panel and locate an available M.2 slot on the motherboard that supports NVMe PCIe devices.
• Remove the mounting screw from the M.2 slot, align the SSD with the slot’s key notch, and insert at a slight angle (about 30 degrees).
• Gently press the module down toward the motherboard and secure it with the mounting screw provided with your motherboard or case.
• Power on the system, enter BIOS/UEFI if needed to confirm recognition, install or clone your operating system, and install any recommended NVMe drivers for optimal performance.

Frequently asked questions

• Is the WD Black SN850X 8TB compatible with my system? This drive uses a standard M.2 2280 form factor and PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe interface. It will fit supported desktop and laptop platforms with an M.2 slot and adequate cooling. If your motherboard supports PCIe Gen4, you can maximize performance; it remains compatible with PCIe Gen3 slots, though speeds will align with Gen3 capabilities.
• Does this drive include a heatsink? Yes. The WDS800T2XHE version features an integrated heatsink designed to help maintain sustained performance in tight builds and during heavy workloads.
• What kind of performance can I expect? As a PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD, you can expect ultra-fast data access, rapid game load times, and quick file transfers. Specific speeds depend on system configuration and workload, but the SN850X is engineered for high throughput and low latency across demanding tasks.
• What is the warranty and durability? The WD Black SN850X 8TB typically carries a multi-year warranty (commonly 5-year limited) and is built for long-term reliability with firmware support and endurance suitable for gaming libraries, content creation, and professional workloads.