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MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 2 TB (S78-440L0K0-P83)
2 TB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe drive in MSI’s SPATIUM M480 PRO line. This is not the earlier M480 or M480 PLAY designation. Performance values are manufacturer-rated maxima, not independent test results.
IDENTIFICATION: Verify the complete MPN, regional suffix, serial/date code and firmware from the drive label. Capacity variants, hardware revisions and cooling bundles can differ; the specifications below are for SPATIUM M480 PRO 2 TB where the cited manufacturer documentation identifies them.
Manufacturer-identified specifications
| Product / MPN | MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 2 TB (S78-440L0K0-P83); manufacturer code S78-440L0K0-P83. |
|---|---|
| Capacity / form factor | 2 TB; M.2 2280 (22 × 80 mm), single module. Confirm sidedness and surrounding component clearance from the exact revision. |
| Interface / lane width | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe; link speed is host-negotiated and can be lower on older hardware. |
| Protocol / flash | NVMe over PCI Express; manufacturer identifies this product as a client M.2 SSD. Use the exact product document for protocol revision, NAND and any DRAM/HMB details. |
| Rated sequential performance | up to 7,400 MB/s read and 7,000 MB/s write. Ratings depend on capacity, firmware, workload and the test conditions published by the manufacturer. |
| Endurance / warranty | 1,400 TBW; five-year limited warranty, subject to MSI terms for this 2 TB SKU. |
| Model generation / thermal package | 2023 product generation. S78-440L0K0-P83; 2 TB, M.2 2280; verify regional suffix and package-specific heatsink configuration. |
Compatibility, installation & service
- Confirm the exact PRO suffix and SKU: non-PRO M480 variants have separate specifications. The M.2 drive requires PCIe/NVMe signaling and a host with four available lanes for its full rating. Check the board’s M.2 cooling cover, thermal-pad placement, firmware support, boot settings, and lane sharing before installation.
- Read the motherboard or laptop service manual to check socket keying, supported protocol, PCIe generation/lane count, shared SATA/PCIe lanes, BIOS boot support, standoff position, module sidedness and cover clearance. M.2 is a form factor, not proof that a socket supports NVMe.
- Back up data and retain recovery media and encryption keys before replacement or firmware service. Use only the manufacturer utility/firmware intended for the exact model and capacity; confirm power and system stability during updates.
- Follow the host’s service procedure, shut down and disconnect standby power when instructed, and use electrostatic-discharge precautions. Do not hot-plug a client M.2 SSD unless the platform manual explicitly supports it.
- Monitor SMART health and temperature during sustained transfers. High burst benchmarks do not predict sustained writes, thermals, or service life; keep independent backups regardless of the TBW rating.
Sources & further reading
- MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 2 TB — official overviewMSI’s overview and specification sections identify the PRO product, 2 TB SKU, rated link, speeds and endurance.
- MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 2 TB — official specificationsTechnical reference for the listed model or the NVMe storage interface; confirm current revision and regional SKU notes with the manufacturer before service.
Rated figures are not guarantees of sustained throughput in every host. Check the current manufacturer datasheet, installation guidance and warranty terms before deployment.