Kingston SSDNow V+ Series 64GB SSD Review

Normally when we see a SSD, we expect cardboard box type packaging with a few manuals and an anti-static bag to come included with the SSD itself. This product differs somewhat with a thin cardboard sleeve with the relevant information on it including what series of SSD it is; the V+ series, and that it’s a 64GB performance upgrade kit aimed at laptop users. Also listed in the bottom right hand corner is that the drive has a 3 year guarantee.[/COLOR]

[COLOR=#000000]The back of the box appeals to the masses by offering up the main features; faster system start up and increases application responsiveness as well as the package contents in lots of different languages. This is because Kingston are regarded as a global company that sell to many different countries.

When the cardboard sleeves are removed, it leaves a plastic clam shell casing with the Kingston logo embossed into it and a clear view of exactly what’s included inside all neatly tucked together.

When you open the plastic packaging up, we can see a variety of different goodies which include hard drive cloning software and 2.5” USB Enclosure with Kingston logo for easy cloning so that a reinstall isn’t completely necessary. You also get a Mini USB to USB cable for connecting the USB enclosure to your current system and the necessary software and installation guide all bundled on the CD. Quite a thoughtful accessory is the included set of 3.5” mounting brackets and screws for installing the drive into your chassis as some cases don’t come supplied with a 3.5” to 2.5” adapter. A Molex to Serial ATA power adapter, Serial ATA data cable and of course the 2.5” 64GB SSD in an anti-static bag complete the line up.

Unboxing Video:

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