Lenovo ThinkSystem 5300 Entry 1.92TB 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s SSD

Overview

The Lenovo 4XB7A17078 is a 1.92TB ThinkSystem 5300 Entry solid-state drive designed to deliver reliable SATA-based flash storage for servers and workstations handling read-heavy workloads. It fits into a standard 2.5-inch bay and connects via a 6Gb/s SATA interface, allowing for hot-swappable upgrades or replacements without system downtime. With sequential read speeds up to 540 MB/s and write speeds up to 520 MB/s, it ensures fast access to boot images, log files, and frequently used databases.

Key features

• Hot-swap capability enables maintenance or upgrades without interrupting system operation
• Uses 96-layer 3D TLC NAND to maintain consistent latency and throughput for demanding read tasks
• 256-bit AES hardware encryption protects sensitive data without impacting system performance
• High mean time between failures (MTBF) of three million hours supports continuous, reliable operation
• Compatible with a wide range of servers and workstations thanks to the standard 2.5-inch form factor and SATA interface
• Optimized for workloads such as front-end web servers, virtual desktop infrastructure, and analytics nodes where read speed is critical
• Provides enterprise-grade reliability without the complexity of NVMe, making it suitable for branch offices and small business servers

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 1.92 TB
• Form factor: 2.5-inch
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s
• Sequential read speed: up to 540 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 520 MB/s
• Flash type: 96-layer 3D TLC NAND
• Mean time between failures (MTBF): 3,000,000 hours
• Data encryption: 256-bit AES hardware encryption

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD connects through a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, ensuring broad compatibility with existing server and workstation platforms that support standard 2.5-inch drives. Its hot-swap design allows easy integration into systems without requiring shutdown, which simplifies maintenance and upgrades in enterprise environments.

Ideal uses and environments

The drive is well suited to environments where read performance is paramount, such as front-end web servers, virtual desktop infrastructure setups, and analytics workloads. It also fits well in branch offices or small business servers that require dependable storage without the need for NVMe complexity. Its balance of capacity, speed, and reliability makes it a strong choice for consolidating hard drives or refreshing aging SSDs in existing SATA-based systems.