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HIKSEMI Wave | 512GB Capacity | M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3x4 NVMe | Up to 3000MBps Read
Room for a growing project library at a price that leaves money for extra memory.
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Mascom International stocks the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB, an M.2 2280 NVMe internal SSD on PCIe Gen3x4 with reads of up to 3000MB/s, at KSh 11,000. It is brand new and sealed, carrying the model number HS-SSD-WAVE-512G. The HIKSEMI Wave seats directly in a motherboard's M.2 socket, so a laptop or desktop gains fast storage without any cables. At about KSh 21 per gigabyte, it costs less per gigabyte than the 256GB tier while doubling the space. You can buy it over the counter at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Designed for developers, graphic designers, journalists and NGO field staff, the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB handles a full working setup without the constant cleanup a small drive demands. Many Kenyan laptops still ship with 256GB, and a few months of Android Studio projects, Adobe files and Zoom recordings fill that quickly. The HIKSEMI Wave 512GB solves this by pairing NVMe speed with enough room for software, source code and a healthy archive. Students at Strathmore and JKUAT running CAD and simulation tools find the extra space removes the weekly ritual of deleting files to make room.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell grey-market SSDs with vague origins, Mascom International hands over a sealed HIKSEMI Wave with a receipt and a 6-month written warranty. Buyers throughout Kenya report that the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB hits the sweet spot between price and space for a work machine. It even costs less than the SATA-based HIKSEMI Wave S 512GB at KSh 12,000, which makes the switch to NVMe easy to justify. Visit the Kimathi Street store for a slot check, or order on WhatsApp and pay when it reaches you.
Common Questions About the HIKSEMI Wave
What is the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB price in Kenya?
The HIKSEMI Wave 512GB sells for KSh 11,000, brand new and sealed, at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi. The price includes a 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects and pay-on-arrival delivery across all 47 counties. It sits KSh 3,500 above the 256GB tier and KSh 8,500 below the 1TB tier. For most work laptops, this middle capacity gives a sensible balance of cost and space, at roughly KSh 21 per gigabyte. Order on WhatsApp and pay only when the drive reaches you.
How does the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB compare with the Lexar NM620 512GB?
The HIKSEMI Wave 512GB costs KSh 11,000, while the Lexar NM620 512GB costs KSh 14,000 at Mascom International. Both are M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3x4 NVMe drives of the same capacity. The Lexar NM620 is rated for reads of up to 3500MB/s against 3000MB/s on the HIKSEMI Wave. In everyday office work and app launches, few users notice that gap. Pick the HIKSEMI Wave to save KSh 3,000 for RAM or a backup drive, or the Lexar NM620 if you copy large files all day.
Will the HIKSEMI Wave overheat in hot towns like Mombasa or Kisumu?
The HIKSEMI Wave runs well in Kenyan heat inside a laptop or desktop with working fans and clear air vents. NVMe drives can slow down briefly during long, continuous transfers if they get too hot, a protective step called thermal throttling. Coastal humidity and Nairobi dust clog laptop vents over time, which raises internal temperatures. Have the fans cleaned once a year, avoid using the laptop on a bed or cushion, and desktop users can add an M.2 heatsink for extra cooling during heavy file work.
Who should buy the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB and who should skip it?
The HIKSEMI Wave 512GB suits professionals and students who need speed plus room for software, projects and a few years of documents. Skip it if your computer only takes 2.5-inch SATA drives; the HIKSEMI Wave S is built for those. Videographers storing raw footage will fill it too fast and should consider the HIKSEMI Wave 1TB. Anyone chasing the highest transfer speeds for heavy editing will be better served by a PCIe Gen4 drive like the Lexar NM790.
Is the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB a good drive for programmers?
Yes, the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB is a sound choice for programmers, because NVMe handles thousands of small files quickly. Compiling code, installing packages and indexing projects all involve reading many tiny files, which is where flash storage beats hard drives most. The 512GB size leaves space for Visual Studio, Android Studio, emulators and Docker images together. Developers in Westlands and Kilimani tech offices often keep several client projects on one machine, and this capacity makes that workable.
Can I add the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB as a second drive in my desktop?
You can, as long as your desktop motherboard has a free M.2 slot that supports NVMe. Many desktops already carry one empty slot beside the main drive. Fit the HIKSEMI Wave, boot into Windows, then open Disk Management to initialize and format it. It will then appear in File Explorer as a new drive letter. Gamers often use a second NVMe drive to hold their PC game library, which shortens loading screens compared with a hard drive and keeps the system drive free for Windows.
Why does Windows show less than 512GB on the HIKSEMI Wave?
Windows shows about 477GB on the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB because it counts storage differently from drive makers. Manufacturers count one gigabyte as 1,000 megabytes, while Windows counts in units of 1,024. Nothing is missing or faulty; every SSD and hard drive shows the same gap. Mascom International staff can show you this at the counter if you want to see it before buying. Plan your storage around that 477GB figure when sizing project folders and backups.
How do I fit the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB in a desktop PC?
Fitting the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB in a desktop takes about ten minutes with a small Phillips screwdriver. Shut down, unplug the power cable and press the power button once to drain leftover charge. Locate the M.2 slot on the motherboard, insert the drive at a slight angle, press it flat and fasten the screw. Close the case and power on. If you prefer, bring the PC to Mascom International in Nairobi CBD and our technicians will do it.
Technical Specifications
Performance and Speed
- Sequential reads of up to 3000MB/s — a large project folder or video file loads far quicker than from SATA storage.
- PCIe Gen3x4 interface — four PCI Express 3.0 lanes linking the drive straight to the processor for quick data flow.
- NVMe protocol — a modern command system that lets the drive handle many requests at the same time.
- Quick small-file handling — code builds, software installs and Windows updates move through quickly.
- Steady responsiveness with many apps open — Chrome, Excel, Teams and design tools all load from fast storage.
- Quicker Windows startup — the desktop appears soon after the logo instead of a long wait on a hard drive.
Capacity and Real-World Storage
- 512GB rated capacity — about 477GB usable once Windows reads it, which is normal for any drive.
- Roughly 159,000 photos at about 3MB each — enough for a busy events photographer's archive of client sessions.
- About 61 hours of 1080p video at around 130MB per minute — a full term of recorded lectures with space to spare.
- Around 22 hours of 4K video at about 350MB per minute — workable for occasional 4K projects.
- Space for Windows, Office, Adobe tools and a coding setup together, with room left for documents.
- Fits a typical Steam or Epic library of several mid-sized PC games alongside work software.
Interface and Compatibility
- M.2 2280 size — 22mm wide by 80mm long, the standard length for most laptop and desktop M.2 slots.
- M-key edge connector — the notch layout that NVMe-capable M.2 sockets accept.
- Needs NVMe support on the slot — some older laptops have SATA-only M.2 slots that will not detect it.
- Runs in newer PCIe Gen4 slots — it works there at its own Gen3 speed without any setup.
- Supported natively by Windows 10, Windows 11 and Linux — no driver download is needed before use.
- Suits desktops used for CCTV review and POS systems — fast storage keeps footage search and receipts printing responsive.
Build, Endurance and Reliability
- 3D NAND flash — layered memory cells that store more data in a compact chip.
- No moving parts — knocks during a matatu ride or a dropped laptop bag carry far less risk than with a hard drive.
- Silent in use — no clicks or whirring, which suits quiet offices and libraries.
- Bare single-sided stick design — fits thin laptops where clearance under the base panel is tight.
- Lower power use than a spinning hard drive — laptops on battery during KPLC cuts last longer between charges.
- Copes with Nairobi dust better than hard drives — sealed flash chips have no delicate heads for particles to scratch.
Inclusions and Setup
- Sealed retail box with the drive only — the package lists no screw, heatsink or cloning cable.
- M.2 screw — normally already present on the motherboard or inside the laptop.
- Clean install — load Windows from a USB installer straight onto the new drive.
- Second-drive setup — initialize and format in Disk Management before first use.
- In-store fitting — Mascom International technicians can install the drive and confirm it shows in BIOS.
- Cloning option — an NVMe-to-USB enclosure lets you copy an existing Windows setup across without reinstalling.
Package Contents
Inside the sealed retail box you will find the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB drive and nothing else. HIKSEMI does not list a mounting screw, heatsink or USB cloning adapter with this model, as most machines already have the M.2 screw in place. If yours is missing, or you want an NVMe enclosure to clone your old drive, ask Mascom International when ordering and we will advise on what is available. Inspect the seal when the package is handed over.
Warranty
The HIKSEMI Wave 512GB comes with a 6-month Mascom International warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Should the drive fail or stop being recognized because of a factory fault within that period, bring it and your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk, where all claims are handled.
Buying the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB from Mascom International
You can pick up the HIKSEMI Wave 512GB at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring the laptop or desktop it is going into, and we can confirm the slot and fit the drive while you wait. The drive comes in HIKSEMI's standard retail finish, so there is no colour to choose.
Questions before ordering? Get in touch here:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Customers in Nairobi and its environs receive their order the same day, and buyers in Kisumu, Thika, Nyeri and Malindi get theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every unit is covered by the 6-month warranty described above. Mascom International keeps specifications honest and prices accurate, and our walk-in service desk stays available for after-sales help long after your purchase.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct
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