Description
Lenovo D7-P5500 7.68TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Read-Intensive 2.5-Inch SSD
The Lenovo D7-P5500 7.68TB NVMe SSD is a purpose-built enterprise storage solution designed to deliver exceptional read performance and massive capacity in a compact 2.5-inch form factor. Built to handle demanding data-center workloads, this PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe drive blends high data throughput with enduring reliability, making it ideal for boot drives, database indexing, caching layers, virtualization environments, and analytics pipelines. With 7.68 terabytes of capacity, it enables you to consolidate data, reduce latency, and accelerate applications without constantly swapping in additional drives. The D7-P5500 is engineered to work within Lenovo and broad third-party server ecosystems, delivering consistent, predictable performance under steady loads while keeping power consumption in check for larger deployments.
- Massive 7.68 TB capacity in a standard 2.5-inch NVMe form factor provides ample space for operating systems, databases, caches, and virtualized workloads in a single drive.
- PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface delivers high bandwidth and low latency, unlocking rapid data access for read-heavy tasks and smooth handling of large data sets.
- Read-intensive workload optimization offers reliable performance for database indexing, content caching, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) boot storms, and performance-critical applications that prioritize read throughput.
- Enterprise-grade firmware and reliability features are designed to withstand data-center conditions, delivering consistent latency, steady throughput, and long-term endurance under heavy read workloads.
- Seamless integration and broad compatibility with Lenovo servers and other enterprise platforms simplify deployment in mixed environments, drive bays, and backplanes, helping you scale storage without sacrificing manageability.
Technical Details of Lenovo D7-P5500
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal drive
- Capacity: 7.68 TB
- Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4, NVMe
- Workload Profile: Read Intensive
- Sequential Read Speed: High throughput enabled by PCIe 4.0 x4 (specific numbers vary by firmware and platform)
- Sequential Write Speed: Optimized for sustained reads with solid write performance under mixed-read conditions
- Reliability Features: Enterprise-grade firmware designed for data-center reliability and long-term endurance
- Warranty and Support: Backed by Lenovo enterprise support terms (varies by region and contract)
How to Install Lenovo D7-P5500
- Verify server compatibility: Confirm your server or storage enclosure supports 2.5-inch NVMe drives and has an available drive bay or backplane for PCIe NVMe SSDs.
- Power down and prepare: Safely shut down the system, disconnect power, and follow standard anti-static precautions before handling drives.
- Open the drive bay: Access the drive tray or backplane slot where the D7-P5500 will be installed, ensuring you have the correct screws or latching mechanism.
- Install the drive: Insert the Lenovo D7-P5500 into the drive bay, align connectors with the backplane, and secure the drive with the appropriate screws or latching hardware.
- Power on and configure: Boot the system, confirm the drive is detected in the BIOS/UEFI or storage controller utility, and initialize or format the drive within your operating system or storage management software as required by your deployment.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What workloads is the Lenovo D7-P5500 best suited for? Answer: It is optimized for read-intensive workloads, including database indexing, high-volume caching, OS boot drives, virtualization caches, and analytics pipelines where fast access to large datasets accelerates performance and reduces latency.
- Q: Is this drive compatible with non-Lenovo servers? Answer: Yes. The D7-P5500 uses a standard 2.5-inch NVMe form factor with a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface, making it broadly compatible with enterprise servers and storage backplanes that support NVMe drives.
- Q: How does the 7.68 TB capacity benefit data-center deployments? Answer: The large capacity enables consolidation of storage, reduces the number of drives required for large datasets, and helps minimize I/O bottlenecks by keeping frequently accessed data closer to the CPU in faster storage tiers.
- Q: What can I expect in terms of reliability and lifecycle? Answer: The drive is designed for enterprise reliability with firmware optimized for data-center workloads, offering durable endurance and predictable performance over long-term use in server environments.
- Q: How should I monitor and maintain the drive’s health? Answer: Use standard NVMe management tools and Lenovo firmware updates to monitor SMART attributes, performance metrics, and health status, and apply firmware updates as recommended to maintain peak reliability.
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