The unintentional removal of a non-volatile memory express solid-state drive (NVMe SSD) during operation or while powered on will lead to an immediate cessation of data transfer between the drive and the system. The operating system will register an unexpected device removal, resulting in an error. Any applications utilizing data stored on the dislodged storage device will likely crash or experience data loss.
Data integrity is paramount in modern computing. The unexpected disconnection of a storage device can cause corruption of files currently being written to or read from the NVMe SSD. This situation can extend beyond individual files, potentially leading to operating system instability or failure if critical system files reside on the removed drive. Furthermore, repeatedly removing an NVMe SSD while powered can cause physical damage to the connector or the drive itself, shortening its lifespan and potentially voiding warranties.
