Lenovo 5WS7C31554 42.24 TB NVMe TLC SAN | Enterprise Storage

Support longer storage lifecycles without losing control of the roadmap. Lenovo 4&5th Year SW DS for 42.24 TB NVMe TLC SAN environments is designed for teams that need to keep large-capacity storage productive through years four and five, while maintaining a clear support posture. The 42.24 TB NVMe TLC profile is aimed at dense enterprise storage tiers where capacity consolidation matters and performance expectations remain high. Extending software support into later lifecycle years helps reduce the pressure to replace functioning infrastructure before the business is ready. That can be especially valuable when application validation, migration sequencing, or capital planning requires a longer runway. For infrastructure and procurement teams, this offering supports a more deliberate refresh strategy. It helps preserve continuity, keeps support coverage aligned with the asset’s useful life, and gives organizations more room to plan upgrades on their terms. When the storage platform is still delivering value, extending support can be the difference between a rushed replacement and a controlled transition.