OCZ

OCZ Technology Group, commonly known as OCZ, was an American computer hardware company that manufactured memory modules, flash-based storage devices, and power supplies. The company served both consumer and enterprise markets and was known for its early adoption of solid-state drive technology in enthusiast and professional systems.

Founded in 2002, OCZ built a reputation around high-performance storage products and memory components. Its product lineup included consumer SSDs such as the Vertex and Agility series, as well as higher-end PCIe and enterprise drives under the Z-Drive and Vector brands. In addition to storage, OCZ produced memory modules and power supplies for desktop and notebook computers.

In late 2013, OCZ filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid financial difficulties. The following year, Toshiba Memory Corporation (now known as Kioxia) announced it would acquire OCZ's assets and business for about $35 million, integrating OCZ’s technology into Toshiba's storage division.

Following the acquisition, OCZ-branded products were gradually folded into Toshiba's storage solutions, and the OCZ name was progressively phased out as a distinct brand. Some legacy OCZ technologies and product lines continued to influence Toshiba’s SSD offerings during the transition.

OCZ's impact on the storage landscape lay in helping to popularize consumer solid-state drives and high-performance memory configurations, contributing to the broader shift toward flash-based storage in both consumer and enterprise markets.