256GB 1.8" SATA II

The ThinkPad 256GB FDE (Fixed Disk Encryption) Solid State Drive (SSD) is an ideal data storage solution that offers improved performance and reliability. It uses speedy nonvolatile memory and no moving parts, instead of the standard hard drive's spinning platters and moving heads. This drive is supported on selected ThinkPad systems such as the X301, T400/T500/T400s, X200/X200s/X200 Tablet, and W500/W700 Series systems. This option includes an adaptive cover that can be removed for insertion into the hard drive bay of the ThinkPad X301 systems and T400s systems. Also, this drive includes built-in data encryption. The ThinkPad Serial Hard Drive Bay Adapter III is supported for usage of this drive as a second hard drive.

Features and Benefits:
- Improved read/write performance compared to standard 5400 rpm and 7200 rpm mobile standard hard drives;
- Large 256 GB storage capacity;
- Noiseless operation;
- Improved reliability compared to standard mobile hard drives there are no moving parts;
- Lower power consumption than standard mobile hard drive increasing system battery life;
- Built-in data encryption;
- Lighter weight than standard mobile hard drives.

Lenovo 43N3417, 256 GB, 1.8", 3 Gbit/s