Lenovo 7450 PRO 7.68 TB EDSFF NVMe SSD – Read Intensive

Designed for data centers and enterprise servers, the Lenovo 7450 PRO 7.68 TB solid state drive delivers unparalleled capacity, reliability, and performance for demanding workloads. Built in the compact EDSFF E1.S form factor and engineered for PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4, this drive is optimized for read-intensive access patterns, making frequent file retrieval, database lookups, and virtualization caching faster and more efficient. With server-grade durability, hot-swappable capability, and Lenovo’s trusted engineering, it’s an ideal upgrade for environments where uptime and data integrity are paramount. Whether you’re expanding a storage pool, accelerating analytics, or powering a mission-critical application, this SSD provides the headroom and resilience required to keep your operations running smoothly.

• High-capacity, dense storage: 7.68 TB of usable capacity in the EDSFF E1.S form factor, enabling you to scale storage within compact server enclosures and reduce rack space while increasing aggregate throughput for multiple users and applications.
• PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe performance: Delivers fast data access with low latency, supporting sustained read throughput ideal for read-heavy databases, streaming workloads, and large-scale file services where rapid retrieval is critical.
• Read Intensive optimization: Firmware and architecture tuned for read-centric workloads, delivering consistent performance under heavy read patterns such as content repositories, metadata caches, and server-side caching layers.
• Enterprise reliability with hot-swappable support: Built for 24/7 operation in data centers, this drive supports hot-swapping in compatible backplanes, minimizing downtime during maintenance or upgrades and maintaining service continuity.
• Server-grade compatibility and durability: Engineered for Lenovo servers and other enterprise systems that support EDSFF E1.S, featuring robust data integrity features and long-term supplier support for critical applications.

Technical Details of Lenovo 7450 PRO 7.68 TB Solid State Drive - E1.S - EDSFF Internal - PCI Express NVMe (PCI Express NVMe 4.0 x4) - Read Intensive

• Capacity: 7.68 TB
• Form Factor: EDSFF E1.S
• Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
• Workload Type: Read Intensive
• Server Compatibility: Server device supported (designed for data center deployments)
• Hot-Swappable: Yes
• Brand: Lenovo
• Model: 7450 PRO

how to install Lenovo 7450 PRO 7.68 TB Solid State Drive

• Power down the server and unplug it from the power source. Ground yourself to avoid static discharge before handling the drive.
• Confirm that your backplane or chassis supports EDSFF E1.S drives and hot-swap functionality for zero-downtime maintenance.
• Open or remove the server cover according to your chassis guidelines and locate the eligible EDSFF slot.
• Align the drive with the slot and slide it into place until the connector seats securely in the backplane.
• Secure the drive with the appropriate latch or screws as specified by your server or chassis manual.
• Power on the system and enter the BIOS/UEFI to verify the drive is detected. In the operating system, initialize the drive and configure it as part of a storage pool or volume as needed.
• Optionally update firmware and apply any vendor-provided management tools to monitor health, SMART data, and endurance status for ongoing reliability.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the Lenovo 7450 PRO 7.68 TB SSD? It is an enterprise-grade Read Intensive EDSFF NVMe solid state drive designed for servers. It provides a high-capacity, high-throughput storage solution with reliability features suited to data centers and mission-critical applications.
• What does Read Intensive mean? Read Intensive indicates the drive is optimized for workloads that read data more frequently than they write. These drives deliver strong read throughput and consistent performance for file servers, databases, metadata caches, and virtualization environments, while offering endurance characteristics suitable for read-heavy access patterns.
• Is the drive hot-swappable? Yes, when installed in compatible server backplanes and chassis that support hot-swapping. This enables drive replacement or maintenance without powering down the entire system, reducing downtime in production environments.
• Which systems are compatible? The drive is designed for Lenovo servers and other enterprise platforms that support EDSFF E1.S form factors with PCIe 4.0 NVMe interfaces. Always verify your backplane, enclosure, and firmware compatibility before purchasing.
• What are typical use cases? Common applications include large-scale data repositories, read-heavy databases, analytics caches, content delivery networks, and virtualization environments where rapid, reliable reads and scalable capacity are essential.