A-Data Technology has released its Professional Series PD7 Turbo Speed USB 2.0 flash disk with 33MB/sec read and 22MB/sec write speeds, in sizes ranging from 1 to 8 GB.
With outstanding read/write speeds, the PD7 can work with "Windows Vista ReadyBoost", one of Windows Vista's innovative features.
A technology built into Windows Vista, "Windows ReadyBoost" caches disk reads onto flash memory devices. It does not cache file writes; it is a write-through cache.
"Windows ReadyBoost" improves system performance, as it retrieves data stored on flash memory faster than it retrieves data stored on the hard disk drive (HDD), thereby decreasing PC response times.
The feature allows even novice computer users to easily connect removable flash memory devices, and enhance system performance without having to open the computer case.
With "Windows ReadyBoost"; not only is system performance is enhanced, HDD Read/Write times are reduced, and power consumption of notebooks with batteries is reduced.
PD7 can be allocated into two spaces while using Windows Vista; one space for the "Windows ReadyBoost" cache file, and the other space for the normal flash storage function. Hence, according to A-Data, PD7 functions like two devices within one.
Besides, PD7 also works with current operating systems, including Windows 2000/XP, offering the same read/write speeds.
A-Data's PD7 Turbo Speed USB 2.0 flash disk is available through Ingram Micro and KMI Technology.