SanDisk introduced a 32 Gbyte solid-state flash memory drive that aims to replace hard-disk drive for notebooks.

The company launched the 2.5-inch Serial ATA interface model the day after Intel unveiled its first solid state device, which has a maximum capacity of 8 Gbytes.

The SanDisk drive is compatible with most mainstream notebook designs, and follows by two months the company's introduction of a 1.8-inch SSD for ultra-portable notebooks. The new drive is available to computer manufacturers for $350 in large volume orders.

Advantages of solid state devices over hard-disk drives include lower power consumption, considerably less heat, and virtually no noise. The disadvantages include a higher price tag per gigabyte, and far less storage capacity.

By: DocMemory
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