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P40496-B21
P40496-B21 HPE 240GB SATA 6G Read Intensive SFF BC Multi Vendor SSD
- Estimated Release:
- 2023
- Form Factor:
- SFF (2.5 inch)
- Form Factor/Carrier Type:
- SFF / Basic Carrier (BC)
- Hotplug Carrier Type:
- Basic Carrier (BC)
- SSD Data Transfer Rate:
- 6 Gb/sec (6G)
- SSD Interface:
- SATA
- SSD Storage Capacity:
- 0.240 TB [240 GB]
- SSD Workload Type:
- Read Intensive
- Collection:
- HPE Server SSD
- Collection URL:
- /hpe-server-ssd.htm
This item, P40496-B21, is the HPE option part number for the product described as 240GB SATA 6G Read Intensive SFF BC Multi Vendor SSD. Further details below.
Upgrade your server with the HPE 240GB SATA 6G Read Intensive SFF BC Multi Vendor SSD (P40496-B21). Designed for optimal compatibility with HPE's Gen10 and Gen11 servers, this SSD enhances performance with a robust 600 MBps transfer rate and 57000 IOPS in random reads. It features digitally signed firmware, ensuring secure and reliable data operations. With a compact 2.5" SFF form factor and a power-efficient design, the P40496-B21 can significantly reduce your data center's energy costs and footprint.
HPE Option Part #: P40496-B21
HPE Spare Part #: P41521-001
HPE Model #: VK000240GWTSV, VK000240GXAWE, VK000240GXNWU, VK000240GYCNU, VK000240GZXRU
HPE Assembly Part #: P41071-001
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS FOR P40496-B21:
- Device Type: Solid state drive - hot-swap
- Capacity: 240 GB
- NAND Flash Memory Type: Triple-level cell (TLC)
- Form Factor: 2.5" SFF
- Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
- Features: Digitally Signed Firmware
- Height: 0.3 in
- Weight: 17.64 oz
- Bundled with: HPE Basic Carrier
- Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD): 0.8
- SSD Endurance: 250 TB
- Drive Class: Read Intensive
- Drive Transfer Rate: 600 MBps (external)
- Internal Data Rate: 520 MBps (read) / 255 MBps (write)
- 4KB Random Read: 57000 IOPS
- 4KB Random Write: 14000 IOPS
- Interfaces: 1 x SATA 6 Gb/s - 7 pin Serial ATA
- Compatible Bay: 2.5" SFF
- Power Consumption: 1.23 Watt (idle) | 2.48 Watt (random read) | 2.48 Watt (random write) | 2.21 Watt (sequential read) | 2.44 Watt (sequential write) | 2.48 Watt (random read/write) | 2.48 Watt (maximum)
COMPATIBLE WITH:
PROLIANT ML SERIES
PROLIANT DL SERIES
** This list may not be complete. Contact us via Live Chat if you have any questions about compatibility.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR P40496-B21:
- What are the key features of the P40496-B21 SSD?
The P40496-B21 features a 240GB capacity, 600 MBps transfer rate, and 57000 IOPS in random read. It's designed for read-intensive applications and compatible with Gen10/11 servers. - Is the P40496-B21 compatible with my server?
The P40496-B21 is compatible with various HPE servers, including DL20 Gen10 Plus, DL380 Gen11, and others in the Gen10/11 series. - What is the endurance and power consumption of the P40496-B21?
The SSD offers 250 TB endurance with a power consumption of 1.23W at idle and up to 2.48W during maximum performance.
HPE PARTSURFER INFO FOR P40496-B21
| Spare PN | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| P41521-001 | SPS-DRV SSD 240GB SFF SATA RI MV BC |
Last Updated: 2026-06-24
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Returns
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