[ INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT // SATA SSD ]
OCZ Vertex 2 120 GB
Capacity- and part-specific archival record. Performance and construction notes are tied to the cited model documentation; do not generalize them across revisions.
IDENTIFICATION: Match exact part number OCZSSD2-2VTXE120G, capacity and revision to the physical label. OEM and regional suffixes can differ.
Specifications
| Manufacturer / model / SKU | OCZ Vertex 2 — OCZSSD2-2VTXE120G |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 120 GB |
| Generation | 2010 client SATA SSD generation |
| Form factor | 2.5-inch, approximately 9.3 mm |
| SATA generation / interface | SATA 3 Gb/s (SATA II) |
| Controller / NAND / performance / endurance | MLC NAND; Vertex 2 documentation lists up to 285 MB/s read and 275 MB/s write for the series. SandForce SF-1200-series controller is typical, but OCZ used revision-dependent components; controller identity and endurance must be confirmed against the drive label/revision rather than assumed. |
| TRIM / firmware | TRIM support is firmware- and OS-dependent; early SandForce firmware, drive revision and tools matter. OCZ support and firmware download services may have changed since the brand was acquired; never cross-flash a revision based only on a family label. |
| Host compatibility | Standard 2.5-inch SATA connection, maximum 3 Gb/s link. Check controller/BIOS mode and current firmware; old systems may need a vendor AHCI driver for full command support. Verify physical thickness and bracket separately. |
Age-related handling & preservation
- Before use, record the label, serial, firmware, SMART health attributes, host/controller and a read-only data/health snapshot; keep verified backups.
- Peak transfer rates and historical endurance ratings do not guarantee remaining life, powered-off retention or recovery after controller failure. Inspect for corrosion, damaged connectors and prior repair.
- Firmware utilities, manuals, warranty coverage and host drivers may be discontinued. Do not update, secure-erase or cross-flash until the full part number/revision and a verified backup are established.
- Check OS TRIM/SMART support directly; bridge, RAID, driver and BIOS behavior can block or alter these features.
Manufacturer / manual sources
- OCZ — Vertex 2 product manual (archived manual)Archived manufacturer manual for Vertex 2 installation/specifications.
- OCZ — Vertex 2 SATA II 2.5 datasheet/manualSecond archived OCZ product document covering the SATA II 2.5-inch model family.
Sources are HTTPS manufacturer product/support pages or product manuals. Match the complete drive label and document revision before applying family-level information to an individual unit.