Accortec 480 GB SAS 2.5" Internal SSD

The Accortec 480 GB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS) delivers fast, reliable storage designed for demanding environments. This 480 GB SAS SSD blends enterprise-grade durability with smooth, responsive performance to accelerate boot times, virtualization, databases, and data-intensive applications. Engineered for 2.5-inch drive bays and SAS controllers, it is a versatile solution for servers, workstations, and storage arrays that demand consistent latency, steady throughput, and rugged reliability. Whether you’re upgrading an aging server or building a high-performance storage pool, this Accortec SSD is built to handle steady workloads with minimal impact on power usage or cooling requirements. Its solid-state design eliminates mechanical bottlenecks, delivering near-instant access to frequently used data and a greater number of IOPS compared with traditional spinning disks. For IT professionals and power users alike, this drive combines the simplicity of a standard 2.5-inch form factor with the capabilities of a robust SAS interface to support modern enterprise needs.

• Performance-focused acceleration: Designed to deliver quick data access, faster application startups, and improved overall system responsiveness for everyday tasks and peak workloads.
• Enterprise-grade reliability: Built for durability in data centers, file servers, and virtualization environments where consistent uptime matters and data integrity is essential.
• 2.5-inch form factor compatibility: A familiar, space-efficient size that fits standard drive bays, hot-swap carriers, and many existing server configurations.
• SAS interface for high bandwidth: Uses a 12Gb/s SAS connection to support robust data transfer rates and compatibility with enterprise storage controllers.
• Energy-efficient operation: Lower power consumption compared with many traditional hard drives, contributing to cooler data centers and lower operating costs without compromising performance.

Technical Details of Accortec 480 GB Solid State Drive

• Capacity: 480 GB
• Interface: SAS (12Gb/s)
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal
• Drive Type: Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Recommended Use: Enterprise storage in servers, data centers, and workstations requiring reliable, scalable storage

How to Install Accortec 480 GB Solid State Drive

• Power down the server or workstation completely and disconnect the power supply to ensure safe handling.
• Identify an available 2.5-inch drive bay or carrier that supports SAS drives, and prepare it for installation according to your chassis guidelines.
• Mount the Accortec SSD into the carrier or drive sled, securing it with screws or the chassis’ tool-less mounting mechanism as appropriate.
• Connect the SAS data cable from the server’s SAS controller to the SSD’s SAS port, and attach the power connector compatible with your drive carrier or backplane.
• Power on the system, enter the BIOS/UEFI or server management interface, and verify that the new drive is detected. If necessary, initialize or format the drive, or add it to a RAID/Vault/Storage Pool as required by your storage plan.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the capacity of the Accortec 480 GB SAS SSD?
  A: The drive provides 480 GB of usable storage space for applications, data, and operating system files within a SAS-enabled server or workstation.
• Q: Which interface does this SSD use?
  A: It uses a SAS 12Gb/s interface, optimized for enterprise storage controllers and high-throughput data paths.
• Q: What form factor is it?
  A: The drive is a 2.5-inch internal SSD designed for standard drive bays and hot-swap carriers common in servers and storage arrays.
• Q: Is this drive suitable for desktop use?
  A: While it can function in systems with a compatible SAS controller, it is primarily intended for data center, server, and workstation environments that require enterprise-grade SAS storage. Check compatibility with your controller and backplane before installation.
• Q: Can I use this SSD in a RAID configuration?
  A: Yes. It is designed for enterprise deployments and can be used in RAID arrays or storage pools as part of a larger data management strategy, subject to controller and firmware support.
• Q: What benefits does this drive offer in virtualization scenarios?
  A: The combination of solid-state speed, reliable endurance, and the SAS interface helps deliver low latency and consistent performance for virtual machines and mixed workloads in virtualized environments.