The Slim SATA format is a ratified JEDEC/SATA-IO standard offering a 2.5” SATA replacement alternative for space constrained embedded applications. With its small footprint and industry- standard SATA connector, the Slim SATA format is an ideal fit for embedded solid state storage applications (e.g. HDD replacement, boot module for virtualization applications, HDD caching, etc.) because it allows for high capacities and high performance in one of the smallest formats available in the market.