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Silver rectangular 2.5 inch SATA SSD with label showing Intel 530 Series 240GB

Intel

Intel 530 Series SSDSC2BW240A401 2.5" 240GB SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-NJTD-1DSWA MPN SSDSC2BW240A401

A 2.5-inch SATA internal SSD with 240GB of MLC storage delivering up to 540MBps read and 490MBps write speeds

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form Factor2.5"
  • Capacity240GB
  • Memory ComponentsMLC
  • InterfaceSATA III

Options 240GB

  • Fast boot and load times with sequential read up to 540MBps
  • Responsive multitasking backed by 4KB random read up to 41000 IOPS
  • Quick file saves from sequential write up to 490MBps
  • Low latency operation at 80 us read and 85 us write
  • Reliable storage rated at 1200000 hours MTBF

Intel 530 Series 240GB SATA SSD

The Intel 530 Series SSDSC2BW240A401 is a 2.5 inch internal solid state drive with 240GB capacity. It uses MLC flash memory and a SATA III interface for consumer desktop or laptop upgrades. Sequential reads reach up to 540MBps and writes up to 490MBps. Random 4KB performance hits 41,000 read IOPS and 49,000 write IOPS.

Thermals noise and power draw

Idle power consumption is 125 mW and active power is 195 mW, so the drive adds minimal heat to a system. It operates reliably from 0°C to 70°C without a fan. With no moving parts it produces no acoustic noise during normal use. MTBF is rated at 1,200,000 hours.

Build quality connectors and mounting

The 7.00mm high 2.5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays and caddies using common SATA data and power connectors. MLC memory and a 1,500 G shock rating at 0.5 msec help protect data in mobile devices. Weighing up to 78g it adds little mass to a laptop chassis.

Highlights

  • Fast boot and load times with sequential read up to 540MBps
  • Responsive multitasking backed by 4KB random read up to 41000 IOPS
  • Quick file saves from sequential write up to 490MBps
  • Low latency operation at 80 us read and 85 us write
  • Reliable storage rated at 1200000 hours MTBF

Specifications

BrandIntel
Series530 Series
ModelSSDSC2BW240A401
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form Factor2.5"
Capacity240GB
Memory ComponentsMLC
InterfaceSATA III
Sustained Sequential ReadUp to 540MBps
Sustained Sequential WriteUp to 490MBps
4KB Random ReadUp to 41,000 IOPS
4KB Random WriteUp to 49,000 IOPS
Read Latency80 us
Write Latency85 us
MTBF1,200,000 hours
Power Consumption (Idle)125 mW
Power Consumption (Active)195 mW
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +70°C
Max Shock Resistance1,500 G at 0.5 msec
Height7.00mm
WeightUp to 78g
Shipping weight0.08 kg
Package size150 × 109 × 20 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the 2.5" SATA III SSDSC2BW240A401, and what step is often missed?

Mount the 2.5 inch drive in a 2.5 inch bay or bracket, connect the SATA data cable to a SATA III port and the SATA power cable, then enable AHCI mode in BIOS before installing the operating system; skipping the AHCI switch leaves the drive running in legacy IDE mode.

What maintenance or replacement will the MLC NAND in this 240GB model need later?

The MLC memory is rated for a 1,200,000 hour MTBF; no user-serviceable parts exist, so replacement is only required if the drive exceeds its write endurance or fails after the MTBF period.

What limit appears first during sustained writes on this 530 Series drive?

The sustained sequential write ceiling of 490MBps is reached before thermal throttling engages, because the active power draw stays at 195 mW within the 0°C to 70°C operating range.

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