Lenovo ThinkEdge SE360 V2 User manual

ThinkEdge SE360 V2
System Configuration Guide
Machine Types: 7DAM

Note
efore using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the safety
information and the safety instructions, which are available at:
https://pubs.lenovo.com/safety_documentation/
In addition, be sure that you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the Lenovo warranty for your server,
which can be found at:
http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/warrantylookup
First Edition (July 2023)
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Contents
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Safety inspection checklist . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . 1
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Tech Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Security advisories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Technical specifications. . . . . . . . . . . 3
Mechanical specifications . . . . . . . . . . 8
Environmental specifications . . . . . . . . . 9
Management options. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Chapter 2. Server components . . . . 19
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Rear view with DC PI module . . . . . . . 23
Rear view with AC PI module . . . . . . . 25
Rear I/O filler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Top view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
ottom view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
System-board layout. . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
System-board connectors . . . . . . . . . 28
System-board switches . . . . . . . . . . 29
Slot and drive bay numbering . . . . . . . . . 31
System LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Troubleshooting by system LEDs . . . . . . . . 34
Drive LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Front operator panel LEDs . . . . . . . . . 35
PM status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Rear operator panel LEDs . . . . . . . . . 38
System-board LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . 40
XCC system management port and LAN port
LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Chapter 3. Parts list . . . . . . . . . . 47
Power cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Chapter 4. Unboxing and setup . . . . 53
Server package contents . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Identify the server and access the Lenovo XClarity
Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Server setup checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Chapter 5. System configuration . . . 59
Set the network connection for the Lenovo XClarity
Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Update the firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Install and update the driver for x86 WLAN
module (Intel AX210) . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Activate/unlock the system and configure
ThinkEdge security features . . . . . . . . . . 66
Activate or unlock the system . . . . . . . 67
System Lockdown Mode . . . . . . . . . 70
Manage the Self Encryption Drive
Authentication Key (SED AK) . . . . . . . . 71
XCC WLAN configuration . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Enable XCC WLAN. . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Country / Region . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Connect to WLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Disconnect from WLAN . . . . . . . . . . 73
Manage auto-connect . . . . . . . . . . 74
IPv4 setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Set dust filter measurement . . . . . . . . . . 74
Configure the firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Memory module configuration . . . . . . . . . 77
Enable Software Guard Extensions (SGX). . . . . 77
RAID configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Deploy the operating system. . . . . . . . . . 78
ack up the server configuration . . . . . . . . 79
Appendix A. Getting help and
technical assistance . . . . . . . . . . 81
efore you call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Collecting service data . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Contacting Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Appendix B. Documents and
supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Documents download . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Support websites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Appendix C. Notices. . . . . . . . . . 87
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . . . 88
Taiwan Region SMI RoHS declaration . . . . . 89
Taiwan Region import and export contact
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
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Safety
efore installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
在安装本产品之前，请仔细阅读 Safety Information （安全信息）。
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.
Avant d'installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.
Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
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Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad.
Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
Safety inspection checklist
Use the information in this section to identify potentially unsafe conditions with your server. As each machine
was designed and built, required safety items were installed to protect users and service technicians from
injury.
Note: This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces. To avoid
incommoding reflections at visual display workplaces, this device must not be placed in the direct field of
view.
CAUTION:
This equipment must be installed or serviced by trained personnel, as defined by the NEC, IEC 62368-
1 & IEC 60950-1, the standard for Safety of Electronic Equipment within the Field of Audio/Video,
Information Technology and Communication Technology. enovo assumes you are qualified in the
servicing of equipment and trained in recognizing hazards energy levels in products. Access to the
equipment is by the use of a tool, lock and key, or other means of security, and is controlled by the
authority responsible for the location.
Important: Electrical grounding of the server is required for operator safety and correct system function.
Proper grounding of the electrical outlet can be verified by a certified electrician.
Use the following checklist to verify that there are no potentially unsafe conditions:
1. Make sure that the power is off and the power cord is disconnected.
2. Check the power cord.
• Make sure that the third-wire ground connector is in good condition. Use a meter to measure third-
wire ground continuity for 0.1 ohm or less between the external ground pin and the frame ground.
• Make sure that the power cord is the correct type.
To view the power cords that are available for the server:
a. Go to:
http://dcsc.lenovo.com/#/
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b. Click Preconfigured Model or Configure to order.
c. Enter the machine type and model for your server to display the configurator page.
d. Click Power ➙ Power Cables to see all line cords.
• Make sure that the insulation is not frayed or worn.
3. Check for any obvious non-Lenovo alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-Lenovo
alterations.
4. Check inside the server for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal filings, contamination, water or
other liquid, or signs of fire or smoke damage.
5. Check for worn, frayed, or pinched cables.
6. Make sure that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered
with.
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Chapter 1. Introduction
The ThinkEdge SE360 V2 server (Type 7DAM) is a new edge server offering. It is specifically designed to
meet the needs of edge computing, edge AI, hybrid cloud and workloads at the edge locations. ThinkEdge
SE360 V2 is a rugged compact sized edge solution with a focus on smart connectivity, business security and
manageability for the harsh environment. uilt for long life and dependable performance to support your
demanding IoT workloads at the Edge. Compact and rugged it is designed for the non-datacenter
environment, ideal for remote locations such as retail, manufacturing and factory locations.
The ThinkEdge SE360 V2 2U2N Enclosure (Type 7D N) is designed to mount the ThinkEdge SE360 V2 in a
rack. One enclosure can contain up to two nodes.
Figure 1. ThinkEdge SE360 V2
Features
Performance, ease of use, reliability, and expansion capabilities were key considerations in the design of
your server. These design features make it possible for you to customize the system hardware to meet your
needs today and provide flexible expansion capabilities for the future.
Your server implements the following features and technologies:
• enovo XClarity Controller (XCC)
The Lenovo XClarity Controller is the common management controller for Lenovo ThinkEdge server
hardware. The Lenovo XClarity Controller consolidates multiple management functions in a single chip on
the server system board (system board assembly). Some of the features that are unique to the Lenovo
XClarity Controller are enhanced performance, higher-resolution remote video, and expanded security
options.
The server supports Lenovo XClarity Controller 2 (XCC2). For additional information about Lenovo XClarity
Controller 2 (XCC2), refer to https://pubs.lenovo.com/lxcc-overview/.
• UEFI-compliant server firmware
Lenovo ThinkEdge firmware is Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) compliant. UEFI replaces
IOS and defines a standard interface between the operating system, platform firmware, and external
devices.
Lenovo ThinkEdge servers are capable of booting UEFI-compliant operating systems, IOS-based
operating systems, and IOS-based adapters as well as UEFI-compliant adapters.
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Note: The server does not support Disk Operating System (DOS).
• arge system-memory capacity
The server supports synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) registered dual inline
memory modules (DIMMs) with error correcting code (ECC). For more information about the specific types
and maximum amount of memory, see “Specifications” on page 3.
• arge data-storage capacity and hot-swap capability
The server supports up to two optional 7mm 2.5-inch hot-swap SATA/NVMe drives, and up to eight
optional M.2 NVME drives. With the hot-swap feature, the drives can be added, removed, or replaced
without turning off the server.
Note: When SED encryption is enabled, rebooting the system is required after installing a drive; without
rebooting, the drive will not be recognized by the host OS.
• Mobile access to enovo Service Information website
The server provides a QR code on the system service label, which is on the cover of the server, that you
can scan using a QR code reader and scanner with a mobile device to get quick access to the Lenovo
Service Information website. The Lenovo Service Information website provides additional information for
parts installation, replacement videos, and error codes for server support.
• Active Energy Manager
Lenovo XClarity Energy Manager is a power and temperature management solution for data centers. You
can monitor and manage the power consumption and temperature of Converged, NeXtScale, System x,
ThinkServer, ThinkSystem and ThinkEdge servers, and improve energy efficiency using Lenovo XClarity
Energy Manager.
• Redundant networking connection
The Lenovo XClarity Controller provides failover capability to a redundant Ethernet connection with the
applicable application installed. If a problem occurs with the primary Ethernet connection, all Ethernet
traffic that is associated with the primary connection is automatically switched to the optional redundant
Ethernet connection. If the applicable device drivers are installed, this switching occurs without data loss
and without user intervention.
• Redundant cooling
The redundant cooling by the fans in the server enables continued operation if one rotor of the fans fails.
• RAID support
ThinkEdge SE360 V2 provides software redundant array of independent disks (RAID) to create
configurations. The software RAID controller supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, and 10.
• Integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
This integrated security chip performs cryptographic functions and stores private and public secure keys.
It provides the hardware support for the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) specification.
• enovo XClarity Controllers System ockdown Mode
System lockdown will be enforced under specific circumstances to protect the server from information
breach, particularly when the server is transported by non-certified carriers to remote environments. See
“System Lockdown Mode” on page 70 for details.
Tech Tips
Lenovo continually updates the support website with the latest tips and techniques that you can use to solve
issues that your server might encounter. These Tech Tips (also called retain tips or service bulletins) provide
procedures to work around issues or solve problems related to the operation of your server.
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To find the Tech Tips available for your server:
1. Go to http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com and navigate to the support page for your server.
2. Click on How To’s from the navigation pane.
3. Click Article Type ➙ Solution from the drop-down menu.
Follow the on-screen instructions to choose the category for the problem that you are having.
Security advisories
Lenovo is committed to developing products and services that adhere to the highest security standards in
order to protect our customers and their data. When potential vulnerabilities are reported, it is the
responsibility of the Lenovo Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT) to investigate and provide
information to our customers so they may put mitigation plans in place as we work toward providing
solutions.
The list of current advisories is available at the following site:
https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/product_security/home
Specifications
Summary of the features and specifications of the server. Depending on the model, some features might not
be available, or some specifications might not apply.
Refer to the below table for specifications categories and the content of each category.
Specification
category
“Technical specifications” on
page 3
“Mechanical specifications” on
page 8
“Environmental specifications”
on page 9
Content • Processor
• Memory
• M.2 Drive
• Storage expansion
• Expansion slots
• Integrated functions and I/O
connectors
• Network
• Storage controller
• System fan
• Electrical input
• Minimal configuration for
debugging
• Operating systems
• Dimension
• Weight
• Acoustical noise emissions
• Ambient temperature
management
• Environment
Technical specifications
Summary of the technical specifications of server. Depending on the model, some features might not be
available, or some specifications might not apply.
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Processor
One multi-core Intel Xeon D-2700 processor in all-Grid Array ( GA) package:
• Scalable up to 16 cores
• Supports TDP up to 100W
For a list of supported processors, see: http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com.
Memory
See “Memory module installation rules and order” in User Guide or Hardware Maintenance Guide for detailed
information about memory configuration and setup.
• Slots: 4 dual inline memory module (DIMM) connectors
• Memory module types:
– Double-data-rate 4 (TruDDR4) error correcting code (ECC) 3200 MHz registered DIMM (RDIMM)
Note: Memory operates at up to 2933 MHz, depending on the processor selected.
• Capacity:
– 16 G (2Rx8)
– 32 G (2Rx4, 2Rx8)
– 64 G (2Rx4)
• Total capacity
– Minimum: 16 G
– Maximum: 256 G
For a list of supported memory modules, see: https://serverproven.lenovo.com.
M.2 Drive
M.2 boot drives
• Up to two 80 mm (2280) NVMe M.2 boot drives
M.2 storage drives
• Up to eight NVMe M.2 storage drives of the following drive form factors:
– 80 mm (2280)
– 110 mm (22110)
For a list of supported M.2 drives, see: https://serverproven.lenovo.com.
Storage expansion
Supported storage expansion varies by model.
• M.2 storage drives
– Up to eight NVMe M.2 storage drives of the following drive form factors:
– 80 mm (2280)
– 110 mm (22110)
• Hot-swap drives
– Up to two 7mm SATA/NVMe hot-swap drives
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Expansion slots
Supported expansion slots vary by model.
• Slot 1 to 2 (I/O module board): NVMe Gen3 x1 M.2 boot drives
• Slot 3 (Left wing of riser assembly) supports one of the following:
– One PCIe Gen4 x16 FH/HL adapter
– One PCIe Gen4 x16 HH/HL adapter
– One NVMe Gen4 x4 M.2 storage drive
• Slot 4 to 6 (Left wing of riser assembly): NVMe Gen4 x4 M.2 storage drives
• Slot 7 (Right wing of riser assembly) supports one of the following:
– One PCIe Gen4 x16 HH/HL adapter
– One NVMe Gen4 x4 M.2 storage drive
• Slot 8 to 10 (Right wing of riser assembly): NVMe Gen4 x4 M.2 storage drives
• Slot 11 to 12 (Bottom M.2 cabled adapter): NVMe Gen4 x4 M.2 storage drives
Note: When Slot 3 to 6 are installed with M.2 storage drives, Slot 11 to 12 are disabled.
Graphics processing unit (GPU)
Supports up to two low-profile PCIe GPU adapters
Integrated functions and I/O connectors
• Lenovo XClarity Controller (XCC), which provides service processor control and monitoring functions, video
controller, and remote keyboard, video, mouse, and remote drive capabilities.
– The server supports Lenovo XClarity Controller 2 (XCC2). For additional information about Lenovo XClarity
Controller 2 (XCC2), refer to https://pubs.lenovo.com/lxcc-overview/.
• Front I/O connectors
Note: The slot for luetooth antenna is on the front of the server. For the models without wireless module, install
the luetooth antenna filler to the corresponding slot for proper operation. The luetooth antenna filler is in the
material box. See “Front view” on page 19 to locate the luetooth antenna filler.
– One XCC system management port on the front to connect to a systems-management network. This RJ-45
connector is dedicated to the Lenovo XClarity Controller functions and runs at 1 G speed.
– Two US 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) Type-A connectors
– One US 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) Type-C connector with display support
– One US 2.0 Type-C connector with Lenovo XClarity Controller management
– Two 2.5GbE RJ-45 connectors
– Depending on the model, one of the following groups of Ethernet connectors:
– With 10/25GbE I/O module board installed: four 10/25GbE SFP28 connectors
Note: The transmission speed of SFP28 connectors could be 10 Gbps or 25 Gbps, depending on the
processor selected. Processors with at least 16 cores support transmission speed of 25 Gbps.
– With 1GbE I/O module board installed: four 1GbE RJ-45 connectors
• Rear I/O connector
– One RJ-45 RS-232 serial console connector
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Network
Ethernet connectors
• Two 2.5GbE RJ-45 connectors
• Depending on the model, one of the following groups of Ethernet connectors:
– With 10/25GbE I/O module board installed: four 10/25GbE SFP28 connectors
Note: The transmission speed of SFP28 connectors could be 10 Gbps or 25 Gbps, depending on the processor
selected. Processors with at least 16 cores support transmission speed of 25 Gbps.
– With 1GbE I/O module board installed: four 1GbE RJ-45 connectors
Ethernet adapters
• Up to two low-profile PCIe Ethernet adapters
Wireless module
The models with wireless module support the following:
• One x86 WLAN module (Intel AX210)
– With the x86 WLAN feature, SE360 V2 is able to connect to wireless network. The WLAN connection established
by x86 WLAN can serve as the main network connection of the system, or as an alternative to wired network
connection.
Notes:
– The x86 WLAN module (Intel AX210) officially supports Microsoft Windows Server operating system.
– Some non-Windows operating systems with corresponding inbox driver might be able to support the x86 WLAN
module (Intel AX210). For a list of operating systems supporting Intel AX210, see ThinkEdge SE360 V2 Pr duct
Guide on https://lenovopress.lenovo.com/.
• One XCC WLAN and luetooth module
– With XCC WLAN feature, SE360 V2 supports remote management with WLAN connection. efore connecting
XCC to WLAN, XCC WLAN feature should be enabled in Lenovo XClarity Controller with wired network
connection. See XCC WLAN configuration for more information.
– Suppporting luetooth 5.3
– luetooth connection to the system can be established with ThinkShield Edge Mobile Management App, and be
used to complete Mobile App activation procedure. See Activate or unlock the system for more information.
Storage controller
Software RAID
• Intel VROC SATA RAID: supports RAID level 0, 1
• Intel VROC NVMe RAID
– VROC Standard: supports RAID level 0, 1, 10 and requires an activation key.
– VROC Premium: supports RAID level 0, 1, 5, 10 and requires an activation key.
Notes:
• For more information about RAID configuration, see RAID configuration.
• For more information about acquiring and installing the activation key, see https://fod.lenovo.com/lkms.
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System fan
• Two 80 mm x 80 mm x 56 mm dual-rotor fans, supporting one of the following air flow directions:
– Front-to-rear air flow direction
– Rear-to-front air flow direction (supporting dust filter measurement feature)
Notes:
– With air flow sensor board installed, SE360 V2 MC supports dust filter measurement feature to check the
status of the rear dust filter. See “Set dust filter measurement” on page 74 for more information.
– Specific mounting options of SE360 V2 require specific fan air flow direction. See “Configuration guide” in
User Guide or Hardware Maintenance Guide for more information.
Electrical input
The models with DC/DC power module board (Output 12V): one of the following
Note: If applicable, before connecting DC power source to the server, remove the header from the corresponding
power connector. See “Rear view” on page 23 to locate the power connector and remove the header.
• Dual 12-48V variable DC power source input
• Up to two 300W (230V/115V) external power adapters
Notes: When one or two 300W external power adapters are installed, keep ambient temperature lower than 40°C,
and the following configuration is required:
– 8 core processor
– Four memory modules
– Up to one ThinkSystem NVIDIA A2 16G PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU
– Up to two 7mm SATA drives
– Up to two M.2 NVMe boot drives installed on 1GbE I/O module board
– Desktop mount is supported
The models with internal power supply (AC power module board):
• Single 500W (230V/115V) AC power source input
Supported external power adapters:
As required by COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2019/1782 of 1 October 2019 laying down ecodesign requirements
for external power supplies pursuant to Directive 2009/125/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and
repealing Commission Regulation (EC) No 278/2009 (ErP Lot7) for the external power supply of the product.
ThinkEdge 300W 230V/115V External Power Supply
Information published Value and precision Unit
Manufacturer’s name Lenovo -
Model identifier ADL300SDC3A -
Input voltage 100-240 V
Input AC frequency 50-60 Hz
Output voltage 20.0 V
Output current 15.0 A
Output power 300.0 W
Average active efficiency 90.00 %
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ThinkEdge 300W 230V/115V External Power Supply
Efficiency at low load (10 %) 88.07 %
No-load power consumption 0.15 W
Minimal configuration for debugging
• One DRAM memory module in DIMM slot 1
• Depending on the model, one of the following power source:
– One 300W external power adapter
– AC power source input
– DC power source input
• One 2280 NVMe M.2 drive in Slot 1 on the I/O module board
• Two system fans
Operating systems
Supported and certified operating systems:
• Microsoft Windows Server
• VMware ESXi
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
Notes:
• The x86 WLAN module (Intel AX210) officially supports Microsoft Windows Server operating system.
• Some non-Windows operating systems with corresponding inbox driver might be able to support the x86 WLAN
module (Intel AX210). For a list of operating systems supporting Intel AX210, see ThinkEdge SE360 V2 Pr duct
Guide on https://lenovopress.lenovo.com/.
References:
• Complete list of available operating systems: https://lenovopress.lenovo.com/osig.
• OS deployment instructions, see “Deploy the operating system” on page 78.
Mechanical specifications
Summary of the mechanical specifications of server. Depending on the model, some features might not be
available, or some specifications might not apply.
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Dimension
Node
• Height: 84.5 mm (3.33 inches)
• Width: 212 mm (8.35 inches)
• Depth: 317.5 mm (12.5 inches)
Node with node sleeve
• Height: 95.95 mm (3.78 inches)
• Width: 295 mm (11.61 inches)
• Depth: 345.7 mm (13.61 inches)
Enclosure
• Height: 87 mm (3.43 inches)
• Width: 482.1 mm (18.98 inches)
• Depth: 466 mm (18.35 inches)
Weight
Node
• Maximum: 6.5 kg (14.33 lbs)
Node with node sleeve
• Maximum: 9.54 kg (21.03 lbs)
Enclosure
• Maximum (with two nodes installed): 16.66 kg (36.73 lbs)
Environmental specifications
Summary of the environmental specifications of server. Depending on the model, some features might not be
available, or some specifications might not apply.
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Acoustical noise emissions
The server has the following acoustic noise emissions declaration:
• Sound power level (LWAd)
– Idling:
– Min: 5.4 el
– Typical: 5.4 el
– Max: 5.5 el
– Operating:
– Min: 5.7 el
– Typical: 6.1 el
– Max: 7.2 el
• Sound pressure level (LpAm):
– Idling:
– Min: 43.6 d A
– Typical: 43.5 d A
– Max: 44.5 d A
– Operating:
– Min: 45.8 d A
– Typical: 50.0 d A
– Max: 61.1 d A
Notes:
• These sound levels were measured in controlled acoustical environments according to procedures specified by
ISO7779 and are reported in accordance with ISO 9296.
• The declared acoustic sound levels are based on the specified configurations, which may change depending on
configuration/conditions.
– Min: 1x 80W CPU, 2x 16G RDIMMs, 1GbE I/O module board, 1 x NVMe M.2 boot drive , 2x SATA SSDs, 2x
NVMe M.2 data drives, DC power module board (PM ), no dust filter, rear-to-front fan direction
– Typical: 1x 80W CPU, 4x 16G RDIMMs, 10/25GbE I/O module board, 1 x NVMe M.2 boot drive, 1x NVIDIA A2
GPU, 4x NVMe M.2 data drives, no dust filter, DC power module board (PM ), rear-to-front fan direction
– Max: 1x 100W CPU, 4x 64G RDIMMs, 10/25GbE I/O module board, 2 x NVMe M.2 boot drives, 2x NVIDIA A2
GPU, 2x NVMe M.2 data drives, DC power module board (PM ), with dust filter, rear-to-front fan direction
• Government regulations (such as those prescribed by OSHA or European Community Directives) may govern noise
level exposure in the workplace and may apply to you and your server installation. The actual sound pressure levels
in your installation depend upon a variety of factors, including the number of racks in the installation; the size,
materials, and configuration of the room; the noise levels from other equipment; the room ambient temperature, and
employee's location in relation to the equipment. Further, compliance with such government regulations depends
on a variety of additional factors, including the duration of employees' exposure and whether employees wear
hearing protection. Lenovo recommends that you consult with qualified experts in this field to determine whether
you are in compliance with the applicable regulations.
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Ambient temperature management
• Most of the configurations of SE360 V2 support operating at temperature of 55°C or lower. Specific configuration
supports operating at -20°C to 65°C. See “Environment” on page for the details of configuration supporting
extended operation temperature.
• The following components can operate at temperature of 55°C or lower and require proper ambient temperature to
prevent performance degradation:
– When one of the following components is installed, keep ambient temperature lower than 45°C for proper
operation. If the ambient temperature is over 45°C, performance degradation or throttled event might occur.
– 16 core processor
– NVMe M.2 drives
– NVMe U.3 drives
– When one of the following drives is installed in Slot 7 to 10 (M.2 ay 6 to 9) with heavy workload, keep ambient
temperature lower than 40°C for proper operation. If the ambient temperature is over 40°C, performance
degradation or throttled event might occur.
– NVMe M.2 drives
– NVMe U.3 drives
– When a 300W external power adapter is installed, keep ambient temperature lower than 40°C to prevent
performance degradation. If the ambient temperature is over 40°C, performance degradation or throttled event
might occur.
• The following components can operate at temperature of 50°C or lower. Keep ambient temperature lower than 45°C
to prevent performance degradation:
– ThinkSystem NVIDIA A2 16G PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU
– ThinkSystem NVIDIA L4 PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU
• ThinkSystem Qualcomm Cloud AI 100 can operate at temperature of 45°C or lower.
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Environment
ThinkEdge SE360 V2 complies with ASHRAE Class A4 specifications. System performance may be impacted when
operating temperature is outside AHSARE A4 specification or fan failed condition with ambient temperature over 25°C
. ThinkEdge SE360 V2 is supported in the following environment:
• Air temperature:
– Operating
– ASHARE Class H1: 5°C to 25°C (41°F to 77°F); the maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for every
500 m (1640 ft) increase in altitude above 900 m (2,953 ft).
– ASHARE Class A2: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F); the maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for
every 300 m (984 ft) increase in altitude above 900 m (2,953 ft).
– ASHARE Class A3: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F); the maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for
every 175m (574 ft) increase in altitude above 900 m (2,953 ft).
– ASHARE Class A4: 5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F); the maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for
every 125m (410 ft) increase in altitude above 900 m (2,953 ft).
– Server off: 5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F)
– Extended operation temperature (with limited configuration):
– Server on: -20°C to 65°C (-4°F to 149°F), to 70°C for 16 hours(158°F)
– Server off: -20°C to 65°C (-4°F to 149°F)
Notes: The configurations support extended operation temperature require:
– 12 core processor
– Fans with rear-to-front air flow direction
– One of the following electrical input:
• Dual 12-48V variable DC power source input
• Single 500W (230V/115V) AC power source input
– All installed DIMMs are RDIMM Extended Temperature
– All installed M.2 drives are M.2 SSD (Industrial)
– No GPU adapter or Ethernet adapter installed
– Shipment/storage: -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 140°F)
• Maximum altitude: 3050 m (10,000 ft)
• Relative Humidity (non-condensing):
– Operating: 8% to 90%, maximum dew point: 24°C (75.2°F)
– Shipment/storage: 8% to 90%, maximum dew point : 27°C (80.6°F)
– Non-operating (unpacked) storage can pass the following condition: 5% to 95% at 38.7°C (101.7°F) maximum
dry-bulb temperature for 48 hrs.
• Particulate contamination
– SE360 V2 supports a dust filter installed at rear of the node. The dust filter has a Minimum Efficiency Rating Value
(MERV) of 5, per ASHRAE 52.2-2017 / 80% Average Arrestance per ASHRAE 52.1-1992.
– SE360 V2 2U2N Enclosure supports a set of dust filters installed in the front shipping bracket. The dust filter set
has a Minimum Efficiency Rating Value (MERV) of 5, per ASHRAE 52.2-2017 / 80% Average Arrestance per
ASHRAE 52.1-1992.
– SE360 V2 complies with IP3X Ingress Protection per ANSI/IEC60529-2020 Degrees of Protection Provided by
Enclosures (IP Code)
Notes: The configurations with one of the following PCIe adapters do not comply with IP3X standard:
– ThinkSystem Qualcomm Cloud AI 100
– ThinkSystem Intel Flex 140 12G Gen4 Passive GPU
– ThinkSystem Intel X710-T4L 10G ase-T 4-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter
– ThinkSystem Intel E810-DA2 10/25GbE SFP28 2-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter
Attention: Airborne particulates and reactive gases acting alone or in combination with other environmental factors
such as humidity or temperature might pose a risk to the server. For information about the limits for particulates and
gases, see “Particulate contamination” on page 13.
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