Lenovo ThinkSystem 5300 480GB Entry SATA SSD - Hot Swap

What It Is

The Lenovo ThinkSystem 5300 is a 480 GB enterprise-class 2.5-inch SATA 6 Gb/s solid-state drive with hot-swap support. It is designed for use in Lenovo ThinkSystem server platforms, providing reliable internal storage for general-purpose workloads. This entry-level SSD balances capacity and cost for datacenter deployments.

Technical Details

• Drive Type: SSD (Solid-State Drive)
• Capacity: 480 GB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s
• Hot-Swap Support: Yes
• Compatibility: Lenovo ThinkSystem ST550, SR530, SR550, SR590, SR630, SR650, SR655, SR850, SR950 (including v2/v3 revisions)

Configuration & Options

• Drive is supplied as a standalone hot-swap SSD carrier unit.
• Compatible with internal drive bays on listed ThinkSystem server models.
• Supports mixed drive configurations within the server chassis, subject to controller and backplane specifications.
• No additional cables or brackets are required for installation in supported models.
• Part number 4XB7A13977 is the dedicated Lenovo ordering reference for this unit.

Operating Conditions

This drive is intended for installation in rack-mount or tower servers operating in controlled enterprise environments, such as data centers or server rooms. It is suitable for boot, application, and general data storage tasks where SATA interface performance is sufficient. The hot-swap design allows for drive replacement without powering down the server, supporting high-availability operational requirements.