Name: P40497-K21 HP 480GB TLC SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Read Intensive SSD
Brand: HP
SKU: P40497-K21
Price: 274.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 480GB Triple-Level Cell SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Solid State Drive is designed to provide reliable storage optimized for read-heavy applications. It fits into a wide range of laptops and desktops, delivering consistent access speed while balancing cost and capacity for moderate workload environments.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	P40497-K21

Technical Information
Capacity	480GB
Memory Technology	Triple-Level Cell (TLC)
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Interface	SATA 6GB/s
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hot Pluggable	Yes

Physical Characteristics
Weight	1.10
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This HP 480GB triple-level cell solid state drive offers reliable storage with a focus on read-intensive applications. It's commonly used in business laptops, desktops, and server environments where quick access to data is essential. Built for IT professionals and system integrators, this SSD caters to users needing stable performance without compromising storage capacity. Its 2.5-inch size makes it versatile for various systems requiring SATA connections. Key Features Uses triple-level cell NAND for a good balance between cost and endurance Employs SATA 6Gb/s interface to maintain high read speeds Designed to handle frequent read operations typical in enterprise settings Compact 2.5-inch format fits standard drive bays Energy-efficient operation helps reduce overall system power consumption You'll often find this SSD in office workstations, backup servers, and systems running databases or virtualized environments. Its focus on read-intensive tasks means it handles everyday workloads efficiently, keeping systems responsive without excessive wear.

Use Cases
The HP 480GB TLC SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch SSD is well-suited for IT environments where read speed and reliability are prioritized over write intensity. It is commonly deployed in office desktops, entry-level servers, and remote workstations that handle predominantly read-heavy operations, enabling efficient data access without the overhead of high write endurance requirements. How It's Used: Upgrading legacy workstations within SMB networks to improve application load times and system responsiveness. Deploying as primary storage in retail POS systems that require fast read access for daily transaction processing. Utilized in virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) setups targeting moderate user concurrency with read-intensive workloads. Integration into edge computing devices where reliable read performance supports real-time data analytics at remote locations. Supporting content delivery servers in small data centers where high read throughput is essential for client requests. By focusing on read-intensive performance, this SSD facilitates operational efficiency in environments where data retrieval speed impacts productivity. Its balance of capacity and interface compatibility enables scalable deployment across diverse platforms without compromising workload demands.

P40497-K21 HP 480GB TLC SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Read Intensive SSD

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