Lenovo ThinkSystem 5300 480GB 3.5" SATA 6Gb/s Hot Swap SSD

Overview

The Lenovo 4XB7A17082 is a 480GB ThinkSystem 5300 Entry solid state drive designed for enterprise storage solutions. It features a 3.5-inch hot-swap form factor and connects via a SATA 6Gb/s interface, delivering data transfer speeds up to 600MB/s. Built with Micron 96-layer 3D NAND flash, this SSD is optimized for read-intensive workloads, making it suitable for boot drives, web servers, and databases with moderate data demands.

Its hot-swap capability allows for easy replacement or expansion without powering down the server, which is essential for maintaining uptime in critical environments. The drive is compatible with a broad range of Lenovo ThinkSystem servers, supporting consistent storage options across mixed rack and tower deployments.

Key features

• Hot-swap design enables drive replacement or upgrades without interrupting server operation
• Micron 96-layer 3D NAND flash technology ensures reliable and efficient data storage
• Supports sustained data transfer rates up to 600MB/s for smooth read operations
• Low power consumption with typical usage of 2.5W during reads and 3.1W during writes helps reduce energy costs
• 3.5-inch form factor fits standard server bays, simplifying integration into existing systems
• Optimized for read-intensive tasks such as booting, serving static web content, and handling databases with lower data throughput
• Wide compatibility with Lenovo ThinkSystem models including ST250, SR250, ST550, SR530, SR550, SR570, SR590, SR630, SR650, SR635, and SR655

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 480GB
• Form factor: 3.5-inch hot-swap
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s with 7-pin connector
• Data transfer rate: up to 600MB/s
• Flash memory: Micron 96-layer 3D NAND
• Power consumption: 2.5W typical during read, 3.1W typical during write

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD connects through a standard 7-pin SATA interface, ensuring broad compatibility with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers. Its design supports seamless integration into both rack and tower server configurations, making it a versatile choice for data centers and enterprise environments that require dependable storage with minimal downtime.

• Compatible with Lenovo ThinkSystem ST250, SR250, ST550, SR530, SR550, SR570, SR590, SR630, SR650, SR635, and SR655 servers
• Standard SATA 6Gb/s interface for easy installation and replacement

Ideal uses and environments

This SSD is well suited for environments where read performance and system uptime are priorities. It works effectively as a boot drive in Lenovo ThinkSystem servers, supports web servers delivering static content, and handles databases with moderate data rates. Its hot-swap capability makes it a strong choice for data centers and IT setups that cannot afford downtime during maintenance or upgrades.