Lenovo ThinkSystem 2.5 inch 5100 960GB Entry SATA SSD

With a massive 2.2 PB endurance rating, the Lenovo ThinkSystem 2.5" 5100 960GB SSD is built to handle relentless read-intensive workloads in enterprise environments. This drive combines 3D TLC NAND with a SATA 6Gb/s interface to deliver consistent performance and exceptional reliability for your Lenovo ThinkSystem servers.

Overview

The ThinkSystem 5100 series is engineered for entry-level, read-intensive applications where cost-effectiveness and durability are paramount. This 960GB drive in a 2.5-inch form factor offers hot-swap capability, making it ideal for high-availability server configurations. With sequential read speeds up to 540 MB/s and write speeds up to 500 MB/s, it accelerates data access while maintaining low power consumption.

What stands out

• Exceptional endurance: 2.2 PB TBW and 1.3 DWPD for 5 years
• High random performance: 93,000 IOPS read, 30,000 IOPS write
• Enterprise-grade reliability: 2 million hours MTBF
• Hot-swap support for seamless maintenance
• Optimized for read-intensive workloads

Technical details

• Capacity: 960 GB
• Form factor: 2.5 inch
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• NAND flash: 3D TLC
• Sequential read: up to 540 MB/s
• Sequential write: up to 500 MB/s
• Random read IOPS (4KB): 93,000
• Random write IOPS (4KB): 30,000
• Endurance: 2.2 PB TBW, 1.3 DWPD (5 years)
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Power consumption (active read): 2.8 W
• Power consumption (active write): 4.5 W
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Compatibility: Lenovo ThinkSystem servers

Our verdict

The Lenovo ThinkSystem 5100 960GB SSD delivers outstanding endurance and reliable performance for read-heavy enterprise workloads. Its combination of high TBW, low power draw, and hot-swap capability makes it a smart investment for data centers seeking to optimize storage efficiency without compromising on quality.