Lenovo 4XB1M86956 internal solid state drive 2 TB M.2 PCI Express 4.0 NVMe

Lenovo 2 TB Performance PCIe Gen4 NVMe OPAL2 M.2 2280 SSD (model 4XB1M86956) is a high-capacity internal solid-state drive designed for compatible laptops and notebooks. The M.2 2280 form factor and PCIe 4.0 NVMe interface deliver faster data transfer and improved system responsiveness compared with older storage types. This drive is qualified for select ThinkPad notebooks and is covered by a one-year warranty.

Advantages

The SSD provides 2 TB of storage in a compact M.2 2280 module, supports PCIe Gen4 NVMe for higher sequential and random throughput, and uses the OPAL2 standard for basic drive encryption support. Its lightweight design and laptop-oriented form factor make it a straightforward upgrade path for compatible ThinkPad systems.

Suitable for

• Upgrading storage in compatible ThinkPad notebooks
• Storing large application libraries, games, and multimedia files
• Improving system boot and application load times

Key specifications

• Manufacturer: Lenovo
• Model (MPN): 4XB1M86956
• Capacity: 2000 GB (2 TB)
• Form factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: PCIe 4.0 NVMe
• Security: OPAL2 (hardware-based drive encryption support)
• Weight: 0.0072 kg
• EAN: 195892093107

How to use

Power down the laptop, disconnect power and remove the battery if applicable. Locate the M.2 slot according to the notebook service manual, remove the securing screw, insert the M.2 2280 SSD at an angle and press it down to secure with the screw. Reassemble the laptop, power it on, and initialize the SSD in the operating system using disk management tools. If required, restore or install the operating system and migrate data using your preferred cloning or backup software.

Recommendations

Verify that your specific ThinkPad model supports PCIe 4.0 M.2 2280 NVMe drives and consult Lenovo's hardware compatibility list before purchase. Back up existing data before replacing a drive and install firmware updates from Lenovo if available.