4C2NM – Dell 480GB SATA 6Gb/s Read Intensive Hot-Pluggable 2.5-Inch Solid State Drive
The Dell 4C2NM 480GB Solid State Drive (SSD) is a reliable and cost-effective enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and read-intensive business applications. Featuring a 480GB storage capacity, SATA 6Gb/s interface, Read Intensive (RI) endurance classification, hot-pluggable functionality, and a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this SSD delivers fast data access, low latency, and dependable enterprise performance for workloads that primarily involve reading data.
Optimized for applications with high read-to-write ratios, the Dell 4C2NM SSD is ideal for web hosting environments, content delivery systems, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), cloud services, data analytics, business intelligence platforms, file servers, and operating system boot volumes. Its solid-state architecture eliminates mechanical latency, resulting in significantly faster application response times, improved IOPS performance, and enhanced overall system efficiency compared to traditional hard drives.
The Read Intensive endurance profile is specifically designed for workloads where data is written infrequently but accessed frequently. This makes the drive an excellent choice for applications focused on content distribution, data retrieval, reporting systems, and virtualized environments.
The SATA 6Gb/s interface provides reliable data transfer performance and broad compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise storage infrastructures. It offers a cost-effective SSD deployment option while delivering substantial performance improvements over conventional HDDs.
The hot-pluggable design allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted business operations. The compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor enables higher storage density within server chassis, helping maximize storage efficiency in modern data centers.
Built according to Dell’s enterprise-quality standards, the Dell 4C2NM SSD is engineered for continuous 24/7 operation, providing dependable performance, data integrity, and long-term reliability.
Model Type
Enterprise Read Intensive Solid State Drive (RI SSD) — SATA 6Gb/s, Hot-Pluggable, 2.5-Inch SFF
Category
Storage – Enterprise SATA Read Intensive Solid State Drive (SSD)
Key Features
480GB Enterprise Storage Capacity
SATA 6Gb/s Interface
Read Intensive (RI) Endurance Classification
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
Hot-Pluggable Design
High IOPS Performance
Ultra-Low Latency Data Access
Optimized for Read-Heavy Workloads
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Cost-Effective SSD Deployment
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Designed for Continuous 24/7 Operation
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model 4C2NM
Capacity 480GB
Drive Type Enterprise Read Intensive SSD
Interface SATA 6Gb/s
Endurance Class Read Intensive (RI)
Form Factor 2.5-Inch SFF
Hot-Plug Support Yes
Data Transfer Rate Up to 6Gb/s
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enterprise Grade Yes
Technology Solid State Drive (SSD)
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
Web Hosting Platforms
Content Delivery Applications
Cloud Services Infrastructure
Business Intelligence Systems
Data Analytics Platforms
File Servers
Operating System Boot Drives
Read-Optimized Virtualization Environments
Enterprise Data Centers