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HPE 240GB 2.5 inch SATA internal SSD silver metal casing

HPE

HPE P40496B21 240GB 2.5" SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-S8AT-SY7M7 MPN P40496B21

A 2.5-inch SATA internal SSD with 240GB capacity designed for enterprise workloads

  • Total capacity240 GB
  • Interface typeSATA III
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Product typeInternal / External Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Intended useEnterprise
  • Connection protocolSATA
  • 240 GB capacity supports read-intensive enterprise workloads
  • SATA III interface delivers 6 Gb/s throughput for database applications
  • 5-inch form factor fits standard server drive bays
  • Full data-path error detection maintains data accuracy
  • HPE qualification ensures reliability for big data analytics

Enterprise storage drive

The HPE P40496B21 is a 240GB 2.5" SATA internal SSD built for enterprise environments. It targets workloads such as big data analytics, cloud computing, database applications and data warehousing where consistent throughput matters. The drive connects through a standard SATA III interface at 6 Gb/s. It is designed to fit into existing server and storage arrays without special adapters.

Sustained workload behaviour

HPE specifies higher IOPs to enhance data-centre performance under continuous demand. Full data-path error detection protects accuracy during long-running read and write sequences. The firmware is tuned for read-intensive and mixed-use enterprise workloads rather than short consumer bursts. This helps maintain steady transaction rates for databases and active archives over extended periods.

Thermals noise and power

The 2.5" form factor allows standard drive-bay airflow in rack servers. Solid-state construction eliminates moving parts, so acoustic output is negligible compared with mechanical drives. Power draw scales with the SATA interface limits and the stated enterprise optimisation for reducing operating costs. No active cooling beyond normal chassis ventilation is required.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Internal NVMe & SATA SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $261.99
Pricier than about 64% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 240 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Price per TB $1,091.63 per TB
Pricier than about 90% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE
Total capacity240 GB
Product typeInternal / External Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useEnterprise
Connectivity
Connection protocolSATA
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA III
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Shipping weight1.36 kg
Package size215 × 190 × 135 mm

Questions about this item

Will this 2.5" SATA SSD fit in a standard 3.5" server drive bay?

The drive uses a 2.5" form factor. Most 3.5" bays need an adapter bracket or caddy to secure a 2.5" unit properly.

Is the SATA III interface compatible with older SATA II controllers?

Yes, SATA III is backward compatible with SATA II and SATA I ports. The drive will operate at the controller's maximum supported speed.

What workloads is this 240 GB enterprise SSD designed for?

HPE positions this drive for read-intensive and mixed-use applications such as databases, analytics, cloud workloads and active archiving.

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