240GB 2.5-inch SATA internal SSD
Crucial BX500 240GB SATA SSD – CT240BX500SSD1
The Crucial BX500 240GB CT240BX500SSD1 is a 2.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s internal SSD rated up to 540MB/s read, 500MB/s write and 80TBW endurance, with a three-year limited warranty.
- Capacity
- 240GB
- Read / write
- 540 / 500MB/s
- Form factor
- 2.5-inch 7mm
- Endurance
- 80TBW
An accessible SATA upgrade for compatible computers
The Crucial BX500 240GB CT240BX500SSD1 replaces a compatible 2.5-inch hard drive or SATA SSD with flash-based storage for faster start-up, application loading and file access. Its standard 7mm SATA format suits systems with the required drive bay, SATA data connection and power connection.
540/500MB/s SATA profile
The exact model is rated up to 540MB/s sequential read and 500MB/s sequential write.
240GB rated capacity
This variant provides 240GB of rated internal storage for operating systems, applications and files.
Standard 2.5-inch fit
The 7mm enclosure is designed for compatible laptop and desktop SATA bays.
No moving parts
Solid-state storage avoids the platters and mechanical heads used by traditional hard drives.
RAIN parity protection
Redundant Array of Independent NAND provides component-level parity protection.
Three-year support
The limited warranty runs for three years or until 80TBW is reached, whichever occurs first.
Who is the Crucial BX500 240GB best for?
A strong choice for
- Replacing a compatible 2.5-inch hard drive
- Laptop and desktop SATA upgrades
- Operating-system and application storage
- Everyday storage on a modest capacity
- Systems without a compatible NVMe slot
Consider another model if you need
- Your computer only accepts M.2 storage
- You need PCIe NVMe performance
- You require more than 240GB rated capacity
- Your system lacks a compatible SATA bay and connections
Key specifications
- Model
- CT240BX500SSD1
- Capacity
- 240GB
- Interface
- SATA 6Gb/s
- Form factor
- 2.5-inch, 7mm
- Sequential read
- Up to 540MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 500MB/s
- Endurance
- 80TBW
- NAND feature
- RAIN parity protection
- Dimensions
- 100.3 × 69.85 × 7 mm
- Weight
- Approximately 70 g
- Warranty
- 3-year limited
Full technical specifications
Storage and performance
| Model | CT240BX500SSD1 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial BX500 |
| Capacity | 240GB |
| Drive type | Internal solid state drive |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Sequential read | Up to 540MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 500MB/s |
| Endurance | 80TBW |
| NAND protection | Redundant Array of Independent NAND (RAIN) |
| Moving parts | None |
Physical and installation
| Form factor | 2.5-inch |
|---|---|
| Drive height | 7 mm |
| Length | 100.3 mm |
| Width | 69.85 mm |
| Weight | Approximately 70 g |
| Required host | Compatible 2.5-inch SATA bay |
| Data connection | SATA |
| Power connection | SATA power |
| NVMe interface | Not supported |
Support and conditions
| Warranty | 3-year limited warranty |
|---|---|
| Warranty limit | Warranty term or 80TBW, whichever occurs first |
| Performance condition | System configuration and workload affect results |
| Capacity note | Usable capacity is lower after formatting and other functions |
| Installation software | Acronis True Image for Crucial |
| Management software | Crucial Storage Executive |
| Compatibility check | Confirm system bay, SATA interface and physical clearance before purchase |
Frequently asked questions about the Crucial BX500 240GB
What is the CT240BX500SSD1?
The CT240BX500SSD1 is Crucial's 240GB BX500 2.5-inch SATA internal SSD.
What capacity does the CT240BX500SSD1 provide?
It provides 240GB rated capacity, with lower usable capacity after formatting.
What read speed does the CT240BX500SSD1 support?
It is rated up to 540MB/s sequential read.
What write speed does the CT240BX500SSD1 support?
It is rated up to 500MB/s sequential write.
Which interface does the CT240BX500SSD1 use?
It uses SATA 6Gb/s and is not an NVMe drive.
What form factor is the CT240BX500SSD1?
It is a 2.5-inch drive with a 7mm height.
What endurance is specified for the CT240BX500SSD1?
The exact 240GB drive is rated at 80TBW.
Can the CT240BX500SSD1 replace any hard drive?
Only when the host provides a compatible 2.5-inch SATA bay, data connection, power connection and sufficient clearance.
Does the CT240BX500SSD1 have moving parts?
No. It is a solid-state drive with no mechanical platters or read/write head.
What warranty applies to the CT240BX500SSD1?
Crucial specifies a three-year limited warranty or the 80TBW limit, whichever occurs first.
- Confirm the computer accepts a 2.5-inch 7mm SATA drive before purchase.
- This is a SATA SSD, not an M.2 NVMe SSD.
- Maximum performance varies with system configuration and workload.
- Warranty coverage is subject to Crucial's terms and the published endurance limit.
