Lenovo 01KR516

Overview

The Lenovo 01KR516 is a 3.5-inch internal solid-state drive designed for enterprise systems that require reliable and efficient read-focused storage. With a capacity of 480 GB and a SATA 6 Gbps interface, it delivers up to 540 MB/s sequential read speeds and 520 MB/s sequential write speeds. This drive is optimized for use in select Lenovo System x servers, making it a practical choice for workloads such as operating system boot volumes, web services, and low-rate operational databases where consistent read performance is essential.

Key features

• Uses Micron NAND flash memory to provide stable and fast data access for read-intensive applications
• Supports 256-bit AES hardware encryption to protect sensitive data without impacting performance
• Hot-swap capability allows for easy maintenance and replacement in server racks, minimizing downtime
• 3.5-inch form factor fits seamlessly into enterprise server environments
• Power-efficient design consumes only 4.5 watts during operation, aiding thermal and power management in data centers
• Integration with Lenovo System x servers ensures compatibility and streamlined deployment

Key specs

• Capacity: 480 GB
• Interface: SATA 6 Gbps
• Sequential read speed: up to 540 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 520 MB/s
• Form factor: 3.5-inch
• Power consumption: 4.5 watts during operation
• Encryption: 256-bit AES hardware encryption

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD is designed specifically for select Lenovo System x servers, ensuring smooth integration and reliable operation within those platforms. The SATA 6 Gbps interface provides broad compatibility with enterprise server motherboards that support SATA connections, making it a flexible option for storage upgrades or replacements in existing deployments.

Ideal uses and environments

The Lenovo 01KR516 excels in environments where read performance is critical, such as boot drives for operating systems, web servers delivering frequently accessed content, and operational databases with low write rates. Its power efficiency and hot-swap support make it well suited for data centers and enterprise server rooms where uptime and maintenance speed are priorities. This drive is a strong choice for IT teams standardizing on Lenovo hardware who need dependable SATA SSD performance with security features built in.

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