Samsung Magician is designed to help users easily manage their Samsung memory products, including internal SSDs, portable SSDs, memory cards, and USB flash drives, conveniently update firmware and optimize their drive for performance and reliability.

The latest generation of Magician Software comes complete by integrating Data Migration Software, Portable SSD Software, and Memory Card/UFD Authentication Utility, delivering a comprehensive solution for users. With its intuitive interface and wide range of customization features, elevating your drive performance is now effortless – like magic.

In addition, Samsung Magician offers different features depending on the Samsung memory model(s) in use, such as System Compatibility, Performance Benchmark, Performance Optimization, Over Provisioning, Secure Erase, and Data Security. These features help users to maximize the performance and lifespan of their drives.

Supported features vary for non-Samsung SSDs and Samsung OEM SSDs pre-installed in customer systems.

Performance Benchmark

The drive performance of your dream is now a reality with Performance Benchmark test. You can even customize your test conditions by adjusting test volume, chunk size, and more.

*It may be necessary to manually refresh the list of drive in System Information before performing benchmarking or performance optimization on a newly attached drive.

Performance Optimization

Whether you want full performance or power efficiency, Performance Optimization enables customization of the drive power and performance that is the best fit for your unique needs.

*Available mode options vary depending on the model/type of Samsung SSD.
*RAPID (Real-Time Accelerated Processing of I/O Data) Mode fully supported with proper system requirements. For example: Window 7 OS and above versions, and 2GB RAM System memory or more.

Diagnostic Scan

Instant test to immediately boost your drive’s functionality. Pinpoint and solve any potential issues in simple steps using Diagnostic Scan.

Over Provisioning

Allocate free blocks to your drive space. Your drive will perform its routine maintenance more effectively, and deliver a faster speed with longer life span for elevated SSD experience.

*Over Provisioning is not supported for Windows® XP.
*If your system suffers from cluster misalignment, Over Provisioning may fail even though enough free space is available.

Integrative Drive Health Check

A quick glance takes you through your drive’s overall health, temperature, performance, optimization rates, and more. Access real-time information of your drive anytime, anywhere.

Genuine Authentication

Authenticity is key to the magic. Unlock the performance that only comes from genuine Samsung memory products by verifying them through remarkably simple steps. *Internet connection required for authentication.

S.M.A.R.T. Check

Worried about drive failures? Follow the magic that’s in the S.M.A.R.T check. You can inspect the health of your SSD and detect failures before they happen.

Data Migration

A safe and effortless way to migrate all your data – even your current OS, apps, and important files – from your old storage device (like an HDD) to the Samsung SSD. No fuss, just simple.

Secure Erase

Using the built-in secure erase solution, delete sensitive data in just seconds without losing the data you need or compromising the drive’s functionality.

PSID Revert

Resetting your drive is quick and easy. All you need is the PSID password printed on the drive label.

Encrypted Drive

No matter where your life takes you, Encrypted Drive keeps your data safe. Enjoy hassle-free protection with an astonishingly simple setup.

*Encrypted Drive (BitLocker Drive Encryption) is a data protection feature available in all versions above Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Enterprise, and all editions of Windows Server 2012.

Security Setting

Supercharge the security of your portable SSD with an easy fingerprint and password setup.

Information Check & Update

All the system & drive information you need can be found in one place. Timely reminders will automatically deliver all the important updates. Get insights into your PC’s available memory slots to determine SSD compatibility.

Newsroom

Help is on the way whenever you need it. With easy online access to support for Samsung SSDs, find tips and information on a variety of topics right from where you are.

*Contents of the Help Center are provided in the following 10 languages: English, Korean, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified), and Japanese.

Which OS platforms does Samsung Magician work on?

Samsung Magician 8 is compatible with the following operating systems:

• Windows 10/11 (32-bit/64-bit)
• macOS High Sierra
• Android 5.1 and above
• The Linux operating system is not supported.
• Internal SSDs are not supported on macOS or Android.

Does Samsung Magician support other brands’ SSD?

Samsung Magician fully supports Samsung branded memory products, including internal SSDs, portable SSDs, memory cards, and USB flash drives. Supported features may vary for Samsung OEM SSDs and non-Samsung SSDs.

What’s New

Notice board

• You can view all the Software and Firmware update related notices.

UX Improvements

• We’ve made some user experience (UX) improvements to make the software easier to use.

System details

• Magician 8.1 provides detailed system information, including USB ports and PCIe slots on your device.

Supported Products:

990 PRO Series

T5 Series

T7 Series

980 PRO

• MZ-V8P250BW (250GB)
• MZ-V8P500BW (500GB)
• MZ-V8P1T0BW (1TB)

980

• MZ-V8V250BW (250GB)
• MZ-V8V500BW (500GB)
• MZ-V8V1T0BW (1TB)

970 PRO

• MZ-V7P512BW (512 GB)
• MZ-V7P1T0BW (1,024 GB)

970 EVO

• MZ-V7E250BW (250 GB)
• MZ-V7E500BW (500 GB)
• MZ-V7E1T0BW (1,000 GB)
• MZ-V7E2T0BW (2,000 GB)

970 EVO Plus

• MZ-V7S250BW (250 GB)
• MZ-V7S500BW (500 GB)
• MZ-V7S1T0BW (1,000 GB)

960 PRO

• MZ-V6P512BW (512 GB)
• MZ-V6P1T0BW (1 TB)
• MZ-V6P2T0BW (2 TB)

960 EVO

• MZ-V6E250BW (250 GB)
• MZ-V6E500BW (500 GB)
• MZ-V6E1T0BW (1 TB)

950 PRO

• MZ-VKV256 (256 GB)
• MZ-VKV512 (512 GB)

870 EVO

• MZ-77E250 (250GB)
• MZ-77E500 (500GB)
• MZ-77E1T0 (1,000GB)
• MZ-77E2T0 (2,000GB)
• MZ-77E4T0 (4,000GB)

870 QVO

• MZ 77Q1T0 (1TB)
• MZ 77Q2T0 (2TB)
• MZ 77Q4T0 (4TB)
• MZ 77Q8T0 (8TB)

860 PRO

• MZ-76P256BW (256 GB)
• MZ-76P512BW (512 GB)
• MZ-76P1T0BW (1,024 GB)
• MZ-76P2T0BW (2,048 GB)
• MZ-76P4T0BW (4,096 GB)

860 EVO

• MZ-76E250BW (250 GB)
• MZ-76E500BW (500 GB)
• MZ-76E1T0BW (1,000 GB)
• MZ-76E2T0BW (2,000 GB)
• MZ-76E4T0BW (4,000 GB)
• MZ-M6E250BW (250 GB)
• MZ-M6E500BW (500 GB)
• MZ-M6E1T0BW (1,000 GB)
• MZ-N6E250BW (250 GB)
• MZ-N6E500BW (500 GB)
• MZ-N6E1T0BW (1,000 GB)
• MZ-N6E2T0BW (2,000 GB)

860 QVO

• MZ-76Q1T0BW (1,000 GB)
• MZ-76Q2T0BW (2,000 GB)
• MZ-76Q4T0BW (4,000 GB)

850 PRO

• MZ-7KE256 (256 GB)
• MZ-7KE512 (512 GB)
• MZ-7KE1T0 (1 TB)
• MZ-7KE2T0 (2 TB)
• MZ-7KE4T0 (4 TB)

850 EVO

• MZ-75E250 (250 GB)
• MZ-75E500 (500 GB)
• MZ-75E1T0 (1 TB)
• MZ-75E2T0 (2 TB)
• MZ-75E4T0 (4 TB)

850 EVO mSATA

• MZ-M5E120 (120 GB)
• MZ-M5E250 (250 GB)
• MZ-M5E500 (500 GB)
• MZ-M5E1T0 (1 TB)

850 EVO M.2

• MZ-N5E120 (120 GB)
• MZ-N5E250 (250 GB)
• MZ-N5E500 (500 GB)

840 PRO

• MZ-7PD128 (128 GB)
• MZ-7PD256 (256 GB)
• MZ-7PD512 (512 GB)