Lenovo 5400 PRO 480 GB SATA 2.5" Read Intensive Solid State Drive

Upgrade your data center or workhorse servers with the Lenovo 5400 PRO 480 GB internal SSD. Built on the Micron 5400 PRO platform, this 2.5-inch SATA drive is designed for dependable, cost-efficient performance in read-intensive environments. It delivers solid sequential and random read capabilities to accelerate boot times, application loading, caching layers, and read-heavy databases, while offering enterprise-grade reliability and security. As a self-encrypting drive (SED), it protects data at rest with hardware-based encryption, helping you meet data protection requirements without adding complexity to your software stack. Whether you’re refreshing aging storage or outfitting a fleet of servers, the 5400 PRO RI SSD provides the right balance of speed, endurance, and value.

• Read-Intensive Performance: Engineered to excel in read-dominant workloads typical of boot drives, caching layers, virtualization hosts, and streaming applications. The optimized controller and flash configuration deliver responsive performance for widely used enterprise tasks.
• 2.5-Inch SATA Interface (SATA/600): A familiar, widely supported form factor with a 6Gb/s interface that ensures compatibility across a broad range of servers, desktops, and workstation systems. Simple to install in standard drive bays with hot-swap or fixed mounting options.
• Self-Encrypting Drive (SED): Hardware-based encryption protects data at rest with minimal impact on system performance. This feature helps meet security policies and regulatory requirements while simplifying key management within supported environments.
• Enterprise-Grade Endurance and Reliability: Designed for durable operation in data-center workloads, the 5400 PRO platform emphasizes endurance and long-term reliability, backed by Lenovo’s enterprise-grade support and service options.
• Versatile Capacities and Easy Integration: Ranging from compact 240GB up to 7.86TB, the 480GB model fits a wide array of deployments—from operating system volumes and application caches to large read-centric data stores, enabling easy capacity planning and scalable deployments.

Technical Details of Lenovo 5400 PRO 480 GB Solid State Drive

• Model: Lenovo 5400 PRO Read Intensive SSD
• Capacity: 480 GB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal drive
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s (SATA/600)
• Workload Profile: Read Intensive (RI)
• Controller/Platform: Micron 5400 PRO-based architecture
• Encryption: Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) with hardware-based encryption
• Security Compliance: Data-at-rest protection via hardware encryption
• Reliability: Enterprise-grade endurance and reliability designed for data-center use
• Operating Conditions: Designed for continuous operation in server environments

how to install Lenovo 5400 PRO

Installing the Lenovo 5400 PRO 480 GB SSD is straightforward and similar to other 2.5-inch SATA drives. Begin by powering down your system and disconnecting the power source. If you are upgrading an existing drive, back up any critical data before removal. Remove the service panel or access cover on your server or desktop to expose the 2.5-inch drive bays. Gently slide the SSD into an available drive bay and align the SATA data and power connectors. Secure the drive with screws in the mounting holes provided, ensuring it sits level and firmly in the bay. Reconnect the SATA data and power cables, then reassemble the chassis. Finally, boot the system and enter the BIOS/UEFI to confirm the drive is detected. In your operating system, initialize the drive and, if applicable, configure the self-encrypting feature and any vendor-specific management tools. If you are deploying in a RAID array or using caching software, follow your storage policy guidelines to incorporate the new SSD into your array or cache tier. The Lenovo 5400 PRO is designed for plug-and-play integration in standard SATA environments, minimizing downtime and simplifying upgrades across servers, workstations, and storage appliances.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the primary use case for the Lenovo 5400 PRO 480 GB RI SSD?
  A: It is ideal for read-heavy workloads such as operating system boot drives, application caches, read-mostly databases, virtualization hosts, and streaming workloads where fast, reliable reads improve overall system responsiveness.
• Q: Is this drive self-encrypting?
  A: Yes. The drive is a self-encrypting drive (SED), providing hardware-based encryption to protect data at rest while maintaining performance.
• Q: Will this drive fit in a desktop or server with a 2.5-inch Bay?
  A: Absolutely. The 2.5-inch form factor is standard for both desktops and servers, making installation straightforward in compatible bays.
• Q: Can I use this SSD in a RAID array?
  A: Yes. The 5400 PRO RI SSD can be used as a standalone drive or integrated into RAID configurations, depending on your system’s capabilities and storage strategy.
• Q: How does the 480 GB capacity compare to other capacities in the 5400 PRO line?
  A: The 480 GB option sits between smaller-capacity models (for OS and cache in tighter environments) and larger-capacity drives (for bigger read-heavy datasets), offering a balance of cost, capacity, and performance for read-centric workloads.