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| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Model | DC S4500 |
| Capacity | 240 GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 inch 7mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 32-layer 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 440 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 500 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 190 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 72000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 33000 |
| Average Latency | 36 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | SSDSC2KB240G7 |
|---|
The Intel DC S4500 240GB (SSDSC2KB240G701) stands out in the entry enterprise SATA tier by pairing 32-layer 3D TLC with 1 DWPD and 440 TBW, delivering a stronger endurance profile for read-centric virtualization, boot, and content-serving workloads while sustaining up to 500/190 MB/s and 72K/33K IOPS. Compared with the prior SSDSC2KB240G7, the SSDSC2KB240G701 brings the newer 3D TLC generation to the same 240GB SATA platform, giving architects a more modern endurance-and-consistency foundation for datacenter deployments.
With an endurance rating of 440 TBW and 1 DWPD, the SSDSC2KB240G701 is designed to handle the equivalent of writing its full capacity once per day throughout its rated service life, which is more than sufficient for typical OS, boot, office, and general business workloads. In practical terms, for use as a system drive under normal enterprise or commercial operating conditions, this level of endurance provides long-term peace of mind and can comfortably support many years of stable daily operation. For enterprise reliability, the drive includes Power Loss Protection (PLP), which helps preserve in-flight data and protects metadata integrity if power is unexpectedly interrupted. Its UBER rating of 1.0E-17 and MTBF of 2 million hours indicate a very low probability of uncorrectable read errors and a high expected operational reliability, making it a dependable choice for professional procurement requirements.
1. The SATA interface offers broad server compatibility and easy drop-in deployment, while its top-end sequential bandwidth speeds up OS boot, backup restore, and large file distribution in legacy enterprise platforms.
2. Strong random-read capability keeps virtual desktops, OLTP databases, and metadata-heavy workloads responsive under concurrent access.
3. The endurance rating supports one full drive rewrite per day, giving IT teams a dependable fit for mixed-use enterprise workloads with predictable write pressure.
4. Built on 3D TLC NAND, the drive delivers a practical balance of capacity efficiency, power-conscious operation, and stable reliability for cost-sensitive data center deployments.
5. Its low typical latency helps reduce storage wait time, improving application responsiveness for latency-sensitive services and fast transaction processing.
Reference capacities in the same series: - Lower capacity: 150 GB - Higher capacity: 300 GB Capacity positioning analysis: At 240 GB, this SSD sits in the sweet spot of the family. Compared with the 150 GB model, it gives noticeably better space headroom for OS images, logs, swap, and application growth, reducing early capacity pressure. Compared with the 300 GB version, it keeps acquisition cost tighter while delivering essentially the same enterprise-class sequential throughput and random IOPS profile. That makes 240 GB a balanced choice for mid-density deployments, such as boot and utility storage for a 3-node virtualization cluster or a compact database staging environment.
Q: Is SSDSC2KB240G701 suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes, it can support write-intensive database workloads. With 1 DWPD, 440 TBW endurance, 32-layer 3D TLC NAND, and low 36 µs typical latency, it is suitable for enterprise write-heavy environments.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated at 1 DWPD, meaning it can sustain one full 240 GB drive write per day throughout its warranty period, consistent with its 440 TB total endurance rating.
Q: Does it include power loss protection (PLP) and why is that critical?
A: Yes, it includes power loss protection. PLP is critical because it helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during unexpected outages, reducing corruption risk and improving storage reliability.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: The recommended RAID level depends on your goal. RAID 1 is preferred for high data protection, while RAID 10 is ideal for better performance and redundancy in business-critical applications.