test a new SSD before build?

[DaveU]

Is it possible or necessary to test a new SSD before putting into service?
Just purchased wo new SSD's and I'd like to test before putting into service to test so I know the drive is good before I build and if I if I don't use the drive immediatly?
Just plug into an external usb enclosure or adapter and connect? Samsung 830's 128 & 256.... Sorry, new to SSd's!

 

[tweakboy]

usb enclosure ? that will give you 40mbps.

You need to connect it to motherboard SATA port.

If you connect to SATA 3.0 port youll get 500mbps ,, sata 2.0 280mbps. USB unclosure 40mbps usb 3.0 enclosure 120mbps.. kapeeesh!.. gl

 

[razel]

If you are testing before the build that surely means you got another computer to use. So yes, just plug it in the SATA port of that computer, download the Samsung's Magician and do the basic SMART or quick test. No need to do a long, surface scan.

 

[Zap]

Is it possible or necessary to test a new SSD before putting into service?

Yes, possible. No, not necessary.

razel's instructions sounds sound.