Cisco DC S4600 480 GB SSD – 2.5" SATA (SATA/600)

The Cisco DC S4600 480 GB Solid State Drive is engineered for demanding data-center workloads, delivering dependable, high-speed storage in a compact 2.5-inch form factor. Designed to integrate seamlessly with Cisco server and storage infrastructures, this SATA/600 SSD provides fast access to data and applications while reducing power consumption and cooling needs in busy environments. With 480 GB of capacity and non-volatile memory, it safeguards your data against interruptions and accelerates boot times, virtualization tasks, and I/O-heavy operations. This drive is purpose-built for reliability, helping data centers streamline operations, lower total cost of ownership, and maintain peak performance under load. Whether you’re deploying virtual machines, databases, or large-scale analytics, the Cisco DC S4600 SSD is crafted to deliver consistent performance, improved responsiveness, and long-term durability that IT teams can trust.

• Performance and reliability for enterprise workloads: The Cisco DC S4600 480 GB SSD is designed to handle the rigors of data-center operations, delivering fast, consistent data access with solid endurance. Its 2.5" internal design fits standard server bays, making it easy to upgrade existing systems without major chassis changes. Expect quicker boot times, faster application launches, and improved responsiveness for virtualized environments, databases, and read/write-intensive workloads, all while maintaining a predictable performance profile under sustained traffic.
• Energy-efficient operation for lower TCO: In modern data centers, power efficiency matters as much as raw speed. This drive’s design emphasizes energy efficiency, helping reduce overall power draw and cooling requirements in dense deployments. By delivering reliable performance at lower power, it contributes to lower total cost of ownership and a smaller environmental footprint without compromising data integrity or speed. IT teams benefit from quieter operation, cooler servers, and longer equipment life in large-scale deployments.
• 2.5" SATA (SATA/600) interface for broad compatibility: This SSD uses the widely adopted SATA interface with a throughput up to SATA/600 (6 Gbps), ensuring broad compatibility with a wide range of Cisco servers, storage enclosures, and enterprise workstations. The standard 2.5-inch form factor simplifies hot-swap and drive replacement in systems that support 2.5" drives, enabling rapid upgrade paths and straightforward maintenance. The compatibility and ease of integration make it an excellent choice for rack-mounted servers, blades, and storage arrays that require reliable, high-speed solid-state storage.
• High-capacity 480 GB for operating systems, apps, and data: With nearly half a terabyte of storage, this SSD accommodates operating systems, hypervisors, mission-critical applications, and frequently accessed datasets. The combination of speed and capacity is ideal for optimizing boot drives, caching layers, and tiered storage configurations in Cisco-based environments. Organizations can consolidate workloads, reduce latency, and accelerate transactional processing by leveraging the drive’s fast access times and robust data retention.
• Non-volatile memory and data integrity: The drive’s non-volatile memory preserves data without power, helping minimize downtime in the event of power interruptions and outages. This characteristic is essential for data-center reliability, enabling faster recovery, safer firmware updates, and consistent performance even under fluctuating power conditions. The result is a storage solution you can depend on for critical workloads, with predictable behavior and solid durability in enterprise deployments.

Technical Details of Cisco DC S4600 480 GB Solid State Drive

• Capacity: 480 GB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal drive
• Interface: SATA (SATA/600)
• Type: Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Key characteristics: Energy-efficient operation, fast data access, non-volatile memory for data retention

How to install Cisco DC S4600 480 GB SSD

• Prepare the system: Power down the server or workstation, unplug all power sources, and ensure proper grounding to avoid static discharge.
• Open the drive bay: Access the 2.5-inch drive bay or drive tray in your Cisco-compatible chassis. Remove any existing drive if you are upgrading, following your system’s service manual.
• Mount the SSD: Secure the Cisco DC S4600 480 GB SSD into the 2.5-inch drive tray or cage, using the appropriate mounting screws or rails provided by the chassis or drive tray.
• Connect power and data: Attach the SATA data cable and the SATA power connector to the SSD. Ensure the connections are firm and routed to avoid interference with fans or other components.
• Secure and power up: Reinstall the drive tray, secure all screws, and reconnect power. Power on the system and enter the BIOS or UEFI setup to confirm the drive is recognized. If required, configure the drive in your storage controller or OS installer as a new volume, then initialize and format as needed for your environment.
• Finalize integration: Proceed with your standard operating system or hypervisor installation, assign drive letters or mount points, and verify read/write performance. Verify firmware is up to date using Cisco and vendor resources for maintenance updates.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What environments is the Cisco DC S4600 480 GB SSD best suited for?
  A: It is designed for data-center deployments and Cisco-based infrastructures where fast, reliable storage is essential. It excels in operating-system hosting, virtualization workloads, databases, and workloads that require low latency and consistent performance while keeping power consumption in check.
• Q: What are the advantages of a 2.5" SATA drive in a Cisco environment?
  A: The 2.5" form factor is widely supported by enterprise servers and storage chassis, enabling straightforward upgrades and replacements. The SATA/600 interface offers strong compatibility and solid throughput for typical enterprise workloads, while the compact size helps maximize rack density and simplify cabling in crowded data centers.
• Q: How does the S4600 drive improve efficiency and reliability?
  A: By combining energy-efficient operation with non-volatile memory, the drive reduces power draw and ensures data integrity across power transitions. This translates to lower cooling requirements, quieter operation, and improved uptime for mission-critical applications in Cisco environments.
• Q: Is any special software required to use this SSD?
  A: In most cases, you can deploy the drive using standard OS or hypervisor installation procedures. For firmware updates and optimal compatibility, refer to Cisco’s support resources and the drive's vendor documentation to ensure you are running the latest firmware and have appropriate drivers for your hardware and storage controllers.
• Q: Can this SSD be used in non-Cisco systems?
  A: While designed with Cisco data-center needs in mind, the drive uses standard 2.5" SATA connectivity and may be compatible with other enterprise servers and storage systems that support SATA drives. Always verify compatibility with your server or storage hardware before purchase and installation.