After checking out the 250GB M.2 2280, 500GB SATA and 1TB SATA MX500 series, it is time to take a look at the highest capacity offering, the 4TB SATA model from Crucial. This SKU comes with a speed rating of 560MB/s regarding reads and 510MB/s when talking about writes, the form factor is 7mm 2.5-inch and also includes an adapter for older systems.

The drive is shipped inside a compact cardboard enclosure, with the usual Crucial box art; in the frontal area we will note the manufacturer mentions the total drive capacity, but also the product name:

On the back, we will be informed that the drive is backed by a free Data Transfer Software from Acronis, which is downloadable from Crucial’s website, the fact that an installation guide is included, and that the firmware is user-upgradable. Through a small cut-out we will spot the current drive firmware version, but also a QR code:

The drive is secured inside via a transparent plastic enclosure:

Besides the drive, we will receive the adapter and a small leaflet:

The 9.5mm adapter can be easily installed since it is provided with adhesive:

The leaflet does include instructions on how to get to the online resources:

Unlike many other 2.5’’ drives we have reviewed before, which have had a plastic chassis for cost reduction purposes, this one is from aluminum; the top area comes with a large MX brand sticker:

On the bottom plate, we will note a smaller sticker, with includes lots of information such as the product internal code name, the serial number, the supported bus, the total capacity, firmware version and more!