Lenovo ThinkSystem PM1653 960GB 2.5" SAS 24Gb/s Read Intensive Hot Swap SSD

The Lenovo 4XB7A80318 is a 2.5 inch solid state drive with 960GB of storage that installs in ThinkSystem servers through a SAS 24Gb/s interface. Built around Samsung NAND flash, it sustains full-duplex transfer rates that let busy databases, analytics tools, and virtual machines load data without delay. The drive is tuned for read-intensive workloads and carries an endurance rating of one drive write per day across five years, giving administrators predictable life span and consistent performance.

Hot-swap capability lets you replace or add the drive without taking the server offline, a practical benefit for data centers that demand continuous uptime. Integrated hardware encryption secures every bit of data the moment it is written and automatically locks the contents if the drive is removed, helping organizations stay compliant with internal security policies and industry regulations.

The PM1653 fits easily into a wide range of Lenovo ThinkSystem V2 and V3 rack servers. It is a strong match for read-heavy application servers, content delivery nodes, and cloud environments that depend on fast retrieval rather than constant rewriting of data. System administrators who need a simple path to higher throughput, better security, and effortless maintenance will find this drive an efficient upgrade.

• 960GB capacity in a 2.5 inch form factor
• SAS 24Gb/s interface that supports full-duplex transfers
• Endurance rating of 1 DWPD for five years under read-intensive use
• Hot-swap design for service without downtime
• Hardware encryption with automatic lock when removed
• Qualified across Lenovo ThinkSystem V2 and V3 servers