Kingston A400 240GB SATA III 2.5 SSD SA400S37/240G
The Kingston A400 240GB SATA III 2.5 SSD dramatically accelerates system performance with read speeds up to 500 MB/s, ensuring quicker boot times and application loading for business users.
- Rapid Data Access: Delivers read speeds up to 500 MB/s, significantly reducing application load times and improving overall system responsiveness for daily business tasks.
- Enhanced System Reliability: Engineered with 1,000,000 hours MTBF, this SSD provides a durable storage solution that minimizes the risk of drive failure and associated downtime.
- Durable Construction: Features shock and vibration resistance, protecting critical business data from physical impacts and ensuring operational stability in diverse work environments.
- Cost-Effective Upgrade: Offers a substantial performance boost over traditional hard drives, extending the useful life of existing hardware without requiring a full system replacement.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Kingston A400 240GB SATA III 2.5 SSD is a solid-state drive designed to replace traditional hard disk drives, offering a substantial performance uplift for business and professional workstations. With a 240 GB capacity and a Serial ATA III interface, it achieves sequential read speeds of up to 500 MB/s and write speeds of 350 MB/s, making daily computing tasks significantly more responsive.
This SSD is purpose-built for reliability, featuring shock and vibration resistance to protect data in demanding environments. Its robust design and 1,000,000-hour Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) contribute to a longer operational lifespan for systems, reducing maintenance overhead and ensuring consistent performance for business-critical applications.
- Accelerated Boot Times: Achieves read speeds of 500 MB/s, enabling near-instant system startups and eliminating employee downtime during workstation initialization.
- Improved Application Responsiveness: Delivers 350 MB/s write speeds, ensuring faster file transfers and smoother multitasking across business applications, boosting daily productivity.
- Standardized Compatibility: Utilizes a 2.5-inch SATA III form factor, allowing for frictionless integration into most existing business laptops and desktop PCs as a direct HDD replacement.
- Extended System Lifespan: Boasts a 1,000,000-hour MTBF, providing a highly reliable storage solution that reduces hardware failure rates and extends the operational value of IT assets.
- Data Resilience: Incorporates shock and vibration protection, safeguarding sensitive business data against physical damage and ensuring continuous operation in varied office conditions.
The Kingston A400 SSD is a strategic choice for organizations prioritizing system performance, data reliability, and cost-effective IT infrastructure upgrades.
Technical Specifications
1Performance & Business Impact
2Connectivity & I/O
3Physical & Environmental
4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
Full Specifications
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What This Solves
Accelerate Business Workstations
Many businesses operate with older desktop PCs and laptops that suffer from slow boot times and application lag due to traditional hard drives. This SSD provides a significant performance upgrade, transforming sluggish workstations into responsive tools that enhance employee output.
Small business offices, mid-market corporate environments, administrative departments, remote work setups
Enhance System Responsiveness
Employees often waste valuable time waiting for software to load or files to transfer, directly impacting daily productivity and operational efficiency. Deploying this SSD ensures critical business applications launch quickly and multitasking is frictionless, allowing staff to focus on their tasks.
Customer service centers, data entry teams, sales offices, general office productivity
Cost-Effective PC Upgrades
Replacing an entire fleet of computers can be a substantial capital expense for growing businesses. Upgrading existing PCs with this SSD offers a budget-friendly alternative to extend the lifespan of current hardware, delivering modern performance without the cost of new systems.
IT budget-conscious organizations, hardware lifecycle management, small to medium-sized enterprises, educational institutions
Key Features
Read Speed: 500 MB/s
Ensures rapid operating system boot-ups and quick application loading, minimizing employee wait times and maximizing productivity.
Write Speed: 350 MB/s
Facilitates faster file transfers and efficient data saving, supporting seamless workflow for critical business operations.
Form Factor: 2.5" SATA III
Provides universal compatibility for easy integration into most existing business laptops and desktop PCs, simplifying IT upgrades.
MTBF: 1,000,000 hours
Delivers exceptional reliability and durability, reducing the risk of data loss and system downtime for continuous business operation.
Protection: Shock and Vibration Resistant
Safeguards critical business data against physical impacts and environmental stresses, ensuring data integrity and system stability.
Industry Applications
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and accounting practices benefit from faster document access and application loading, improving attorney and accountant productivity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Clinics and administrative offices utilize this SSD for quicker access to patient records and billing software, enhancing staff efficiency.
Retail & Hospitality
POS systems and back-office workstations gain improved transaction processing speed and reliable operation, minimizing customer wait times.
Education & Research
Administrative workstations and student labs in schools require responsive systems for academic software and efficient data handling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kingston A400 240GB SSD compatible with older computer systems?
Yes, the Kingston A400 240GB SSD uses a standard 2.5-inch form factor and a SATA III interface, making it compatible with most laptops and desktop PCs that support a 2.5-inch drive bay and SATA connectivity, including older models. It is backward compatible with SATA II and SATA I interfaces, though performance will be limited by the older interface speed.
What is the typical performance improvement when upgrading from a traditional HDD to this SSD?
Users typically experience a dramatic improvement in system responsiveness, including significantly faster boot times, quicker application launches, and more fluid multitasking. With read speeds up to 500 MB/s and write speeds up to 350 MB/s, this SSD is approximately 10 times faster than a 7200 RPM hard drive, directly translating to increased employee productivity.
Does this SSD require any special software or drivers for installation?
No, the Kingston A400 240GB SSD is a plug-and-play device that utilizes standard SATA drivers already present in most operating systems. For a clean installation, you would install your operating system directly onto the SSD. For migrating an existing system, cloning software is often used, which is typically provided by third-party utilities or can be downloaded.
What is the expected lifespan of the Kingston A400 240GB SSD in a business environment?
The Kingston A400 240GB SSD is engineered for durability with a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 1,000,000 hours, indicating a high level of reliability. Its solid-state design, combined with shock and vibration resistance, ensures a long operational life, reducing the need for frequent replacements and minimizing IT maintenance overhead.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
3 Years
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.