Lenovo 4XB7A17098 960GB SATA SSD

Name: Lenovo 4XB7A17098 960GB SATA SSD
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 4XB7A17098

Overview

The Lenovo ThinkSystem 5300 Mainstream SATA SSD (4XB7A17098) is an enterprise-class solid-state drive built for Lenovo's ThinkSystem server platform. At 960GB, it provides enough capacity to serve as primary storage for enterprise databases, caching tiers, or general-purpose server storage where a balance of performance, endurance, and cost is needed. The drive leverages Micron's 96-layer 3D NAND flash memory, a mature and proven technology that delivers reliable write endurance across sustained mixed-workload scenarios typical of production server environments.

As a SATA 6Gb/s drive, the 5300 Mainstream fits into the broad ecosystem of existing server storage bays without requiring NVMe-capable backplanes or adapters. This makes it a practical upgrade path for organizations looking to move from spinning disks to solid-state storage without overhauling their server hardware. It is validated and tested by Lenovo for seamless integration with ThinkSystem servers, meaning firmware compatibility, thermal management, and monitoring through Lenovo's server management tools are all accounted for. For workloads that demand the absolute highest throughput, NVMe drives will outperform this SATA option, but for mainstream mixed-use cases, the 5300 delivers a strong balance of reliability and value.

Key Features

Product Type :Computer Drive Or Storage

Package Dimensions :10.25 " L X7.75 " W X3.75 " H

Package Quantity :1

Package Weight :1.0Lbs

Specifications

Brand

Lenovo

Model

4XB7A17098

Product Type

Solid State Drive (SSD)

Series

ThinkSystem 5300 Mainstream

Capacity

960GB

Interface

SATA 6Gb/s

NAND Technology

Micron 96-layer 3D NAND

Package Dimensions

10.25" L x 7.75" W x 3.75" H

Package Weight

1.0 lbs

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Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

960GB capacity provides substantial storage for enterprise databases and cache workloads
96-layer 3D NAND technology delivers strong endurance for sustained mixed read/write use
SATA 6Gb/s interface ensures broad compatibility with existing ThinkSystem server infrastructure
Validated by Lenovo for ThinkSystem servers, ensuring firmware and hardware compatibility

👎 Cons

SATA interface is significantly slower than NVMe alternatives for throughput-intensive workloads
Designed specifically for Lenovo ThinkSystem servers, limiting cross-platform use
No encryption features mentioned for environments requiring hardware-level data security

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of servers is the Lenovo ThinkSystem 5300 SSD designed for?

It is designed for Lenovo ThinkSystem servers and is suited for mainstream mixed read/write workloads, including cache applications and high-speed enterprise databases.

What is the interface and speed of this drive?

The drive uses a SATA 6Gb/s interface, which provides sequential read/write speeds appropriate for mainstream enterprise workloads. It is not an NVMe drive, so it does not deliver the ultra-high throughput of PCIe-based storage.

What NAND technology does the 5300 Mainstream use?

It uses Micron's 96-layer 3D NAND flash memory, which provides a good balance of density, endurance, and cost efficiency for enterprise storage applications.

Is this drive compatible with non-Lenovo servers?

The Lenovo 4XB7A17098 is specifically designed and validated for ThinkSystem servers. While the SATA interface is universal, compatibility with non-Lenovo systems is not guaranteed and may affect warranty coverage.