Lenovo ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User manual

ThinkSystem SR860 V3
System Configuration Guide
Machine Types: 7D93, 7D9 , and 7D95

Note
Before 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
Second 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Chapter 2. Server components . . . . 17
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Top view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Front I/O module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
System board assembly layout . . . . . . . . . 27
System-board-assembly connectors. . . . . 28
System-board-assembly switches. . . . . . 29
System LEDs and diagnostics display . . . . . . 31
Troubleshooting by system LEDs and diagnostics
display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Drive LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Front I/O module LEDs . . . . . . . . . . 32
Rear system LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Power supply LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System-board-assembly LEDs . . . . . . . 36
Firmware and RoT security module LEDs . . . 0
XCC system management port LEDs. . . . . 1
External Diagnostics Handset . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 3. Parts list . . . . . . . . . . 49
Power cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Chapter 4. Unboxing and setup . . . . 53
Server package contents . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Identify the server and access the Lenovo XClarity
Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Server setup checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Chapter 5. System configuration . . . 57
Set the network connection for the Lenovo XClarity
Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Set USB port for Lenovo XClarity Controller
connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Update the firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Configure the firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Memory module configuration . . . . . . . . . 63
Enable Software Guard Extensions (SGX). . . . . 6
RAID configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Deploy the operating system. . . . . . . . . . 65
Back up the server configuration . . . . . . . . 66
Appendix A. Getting help and
technical assistance . . . . . . . . . . 67
Before you call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Collecting service data . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Contacting Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Appendix B. Documents and
supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Documents download . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Support websites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Appendix C. Notices. . . . . . . . . . 73
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . . . 7
Taiwan Region BSMI RoHS declaration . . . . . 75
Taiwan Region import and export contact
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
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Safety
Before 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: The product is not suitable for use at visual display workplaces according to §2 of the Workplace
Regulations.
Note: The set-up of the server is made in the server room only.
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:
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http://dcsc.lenovo.com/#/
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.
. 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 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 server (Types 7D93, 7D9 , and 7D95) is a U rack server designed for high-
volume network transaction processing. This high-performance, multi-core server is ideally suited for
networking environments that require superior processor performance, input/output (I/O) flexibility, and high
manageability.
Figure 1. ThinkSystem SR860 V3
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:
• Features on Demand
If a Features on Demand feature is integrated in the server or in an optional device that is installed in the
server, you can purchase an activation key to activate the feature. For information about Features on
Demand, see:
https://fod.lenovo.com/lkms
• enovo XClarity Controller (XCC)
The Lenovo XClarity Controller is the common management controller for Lenovo ThinkSystem 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 ThinkSystem firmware is Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) compliant. UEFI replaces
BIOS and defines a standard interface between the operating system, platform firmware, and external
devices.
Lenovo ThinkSystem servers are capable of booting UEFI-compliant operating systems, BIOS-based
operating systems, and BIOS-based adapters as well as UEFI-compliant adapters.
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Note: The server does not support Disk Operating System (DOS).
• Active Memory
The Active Memory feature improves the reliability of memory through memory mirroring. Memory
mirroring mode replicates and stores data on two pairs of memory modules within two channels
simultaneously. If a failure occurs, the memory controller switches from the primary pair of memory
modules to the backup pair of memory modules.
• arge system-memory capacity
The server supports up to 6 TruDDR5 DIMMs operating at up to 800 MHz. For more information about
the specific types and maximum amount of memory, see “Technical specifications” on page 3.
• arge data-storage capacity and hot-swap capability
With the hot-swap feature, you can add, remove, or replace hard disk drives without turning off the server.
Storage capacity is different depending on server model. See “Technical specifications” on page 3 for
more information.
• ightpath Diagnostics
Lightpath Diagnostics provides LEDs to help you diagnose problems. For more information about the
Lightpath Diagnostics, see “Troubleshooting by system LEDs and diagnostics display” on page 31.
• 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,
and ThinkServer 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 of the fans fails.
• ThinkSystem RAID support
The ThinkSystem RAID adapter provides hardware redundant array of independent disks (RAID) support
to create configurations, supporting RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60.
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.
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.
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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 Mechanical specifications Environmental specifications
Content • Processor
• Memory
• Internal drives
• Storage expansion
• Expansion slots
• Graphics processing units
(GPU)
• Integrated functions and I/O
connectors
• Network
• Rear button
• RAID adapter
• Host bus adapter
• System fan
• Electrical input
• Minimal configuration for
debugging
• Operating systems
• Dimension
• Weight
• Acoustical noise emissions
• Ambient temperature
management
• Environmental
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
Supports multi-core Intel Xeon processors, with integrated memory controller and Intel Mesh UPI (Ultra Path
Interconnect) topology.
• Up to four th Gen Intel Xeon scalable processors with minimal requirement of two installed on the system board
assembly
• Designed for LGA 677 sockets
• Scalable up to 60 cores
• Supports UPI links per processor supporting 12.8 GT/s, 1 . GT/s and 16 GT/s speeds
For a list of supported processors, see: https://serverproven.lenovo.com.
Memory
See “Memory module installation rules and order” in User Guide or Hardware Maintenan e Guide for detailed
information about memory configuration and setup.
• 6 dual inline memory module (DIMM) slots that support up to 6 DRAM DIMMs
• Memory module type:
– TruDDR5 800MHz RDIMM: 16 GB (1Rx8), 32 GB (1Rx , 2Rx8), 6 GB (2Rx ), 96 GB (2Rx )
– TruDDR5 800MHz Value RDIMM: 32 GB (1Rx ), 6 GB (2Rx )
– TruDDR5 800MHz 3DS RDIMM: 128 GB ( Rx ), 256 GB (8Rx )
• Speed:
Note: Operating speed depends on processor model and UEFI settings.
– 800 MT/s for 1 DIMM per channel
– 00 MT/s for 2 DIMMs per channel
• Minimum memory: 32 GB
• Maximum memory: 16 TB
For a list of supported memory modules, see https://serverproven.lenovo.com.
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Internal drives
The server supports up to two internal M.2 drives with the following capacity:
• SATA M.2 drive:
– 128 GB
– 2 0 GB
– 80 GB
– 960 GB
• NVMe M.2 drive:
– 80 GB
– 960 GB
The following form factors are supported:
• 2 mm (22 2)
• 60 mm (2260)
• 80 mm (2280)
• 110 mm (22110)
For a list of supported M.2 drives, see: https://serverproven.lenovo.com.
Storage expansion
2.5-inch drive configuration:
• Forty-eight 2.5-inch drive bays:
– Bay 0 to 23 support SAS/SATA/NVMe drives.
– Bay 2 to 7 support SAS/SATA drives.
• Two 7mm drive bays support SATA/NVMe drives.
Notes:
• When an M.2 boot adapter is installed and connected to the NVMe 11 connector, the maximum number of
supported NVMe drives is twenty-two drives.
• VROC supported.
• Tri-mode adapters can support RAID with U.3 drives.
For a list of supported drives, see: https://serverproven.lenovo.com.
Expansion slots
• Up to eighteen rear PCIe slots
• Two OCP slots
Notes:
• PCIe slot availability is based on CPU configuration, riser selection, and 7mm drive bay selection.
• When a ThinkSystem Intel E810-DA2 10/25GbE SFP28 2-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter, ThinkSystem Intel E810-DA
10/25GbE SFP28 -Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter, ThinkSystem Intel E810-DA2 10/25GbE SFP28 2-Port OCP
Ethernet Adapter, or ThinkSystem Intel E810-DA 10/25GbE SFP28 -Port OCP Ethernet Adapter is installed, no
other Gen 3 RAID/HBA adapters can be installed.
• For more details on the different types of risers, see “Rear view” on page 20.
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Graphics processing unit (GPU)
• Up to eight 75-watt low profile GPUs
• Up to four 350-watt double wide FHFL GPUs with Nvlink support
Note: Nvlink is only supported between GPUs installed in the same riser.
For a list of supported GPUs, see: https://serverproven.lenovo.com.
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 connectors:
– One USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) connector
– One USB 2.0 connector with XCC system management function
– One VGA connector
– One external diagnostics connector
– Front I/O module
– System ID button/LED
– System error LED
– Network Activity LED
– Power button/LED
• Rear connectors:
– One VGA connector
– Three USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) connectors
– One XCC system management port
– Two OCP slots
– One serial port
Network
Two or four Ethernet connectors on each OCP module (optional)
Rear button
NMI button
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RAID adapter
• ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i GB Flash PCIe 12Gb Adapter
• ThinkSystem RAID 9350-8i 2GB Flash PCIe 12Gb Adapter
• ThinkSystem RAID 5350-8i PCIe 12Gb Adapter
• ThinkSystem RAID 9 0-32i 8GB Flash PCIe Gen 12Gb Adapter
• ThinkSystem RAID 9 0-16i GB Flash PCIe Gen 12Gb Adapter
• ThinkSystem RAID 9 0-16i 8GB Flash PCIe Gen 12Gb Adapter
• ThinkSystem RAID 5 0-16i PCIe Gen 12Gb Adapter
• ThinkSystem RAID 9 0-8i GB Flash PCIe Gen 12Gb Adapter
• ThinkSystem RAID 5 0-8i PCIe Gen 12Gb Adapter
• ThinkSystem RAID 9 0-8e GB Flash PCIe Gen 12Gb Adapter
For more information about the RAID/HBA adapters, see Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID Adapter and HBA Reference.
Host bus adapter
• ThinkSystem 350-16i SAS/SATA 12Gb HBA
• ThinkSystem 350-8i SAS/SATA 12Gb HBA
• ThinkSystem 0-16i SAS/SATA PCIe Gen 12Gb HBA
• ThinkSystem 0-8i SAS/SATA PCIe Gen 12Gb HBA
• ThinkSystem 0-8e SAS/SATA PCIe Gen 12Gb HBA
• ThinkSystem 0-16e SAS/SATA PCIe Gen 12Gb HBA
For more information about the RAID/HBA adapters, see Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID Adapter and HBA Reference.
System fan
Six (60 mm x 56 mm) dual-fan single-rotor or dual-fan dual-rotor fan modules
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Electrical input
The server supports up to four power supplies with N+N redundancy with oversubscription.
• Platinum:
– CFFv S 1100-watt, input power 115 Vac / 230 Vac / 2 0 Vdc
– CFFv S 1800-watt, input power 230 Vac / 2 0 Vdc
– CFFv L 2 00-watt, input power 230 Vac / 2 0 Vdc
– CRPS 1300-watt, input power 115 Vac / 230 Vac / 2 0 Vdc (Chinese Mainland Only)
– CRPS 2700-watt, input power 230 Vac / 2 0 Vdc (Chinese Mainland Only)
• Titanium:
– CFFv S 1100-watt, input power 115 Vac / 230 Vac / 2 0 Vdc
– CFFv S 1800-watt, input power 230 Vac / 2 0 Vdc
– CFFv L 2600-watt, input power 230 Vac / 2 0 Vdc
• DC:
– CRPS 1600-watt, input power 336 Vdc (Chinese Mainland Only)
– CRPS 1600-watt, input power - 8 Vdc (Chinese Mainland Only)
CAUTION:
• 240 Vdc input (input range: 180-300 Vdc) is supported in Chinese Mainland ON Y.
• Power supply with 240 Vdc input cannot support hot plugging power cord function. Before removing the
power supply with dc input, please turn off server or disconnect dc power sources at the breaker panel or by
turning off the power source. Then, remove the power cord.
Minimal configuration for debugging
• Two processors in processor socket 1 and 2
• Two DRAM DIMMs in slot 10 and 26
• Two power supplies
• One 2.5-inch drive, one M.2 drive, or one 7mm drive (if OS is needed for debugging)
• Six system fan modules
Operating systems
Supported and certified operating systems:
• Microsoft Windows Server
• VMware ESXi
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
References:
• Complete list of available operating systems: https://lenovopress.lenovo.com/osig.
• OS deployment instructions, see “Deploy the operating system” on page 65.
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
U server
• Height: 175 mm (6.9 inches)
• Width:
– With rack handles: 82 mm (19.0 inches)
– Without rack handles: 3 . mm (17.1 inches)
• Depth: 869 mm (3 .21 inches)
Weight
• 2.5-inch drive configuration:
– 59 kg (130.1 lb) maximum
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:
– Typical: 7.1 Bel
– Storage rich: 7.1 Bel
– GPU: 8.0 Bel
– Operating:
– Typical: 8.0 Bel
– Storage rich: 8.0 Bel
– GPU: 9.2 Bel
• Sound pressure level (LpAm):
– Idling:
– Typical: 52 dBA
– Storage rich: 52.5 dBA
– GPU: 63.6 dBA
– Operating:
– Typical: 63.6 dBA
– Storage: 63.6 dBA
– GPU: 75 dBA
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.
– Typical configuration: four 250W CPUs, thirty-two 6 GB RDIMMs, eight SAS HDDs, RAID 9 0-8i, Intel X710-T2L
10GBASE-T 2-port OCP, two 1100W PSUs.
– GPU configuration: four 205W CPUs, four H100 GPUs, thirty-two 6 GB RDIMMs, twenty-four SAS HDDs, RAID
9 0-16i, Intel X710-T2L 10GBASE-T 2-port OCP, two 1800W PSUs.
– Storage rich configuration: four 205W CPUs, thirty-two 6 GB RDIMMs, twenty-four SAS HDDs, RAID 9 0-8i,
Intel X710-T2L 10GBASE-T 2-port OCP, two 2600W PSUs.
• 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
Adjust ambient temperature when specific components are installed:
• The ambient temperature must be limited to 5°C or lower if the server has 8 drives and any of the following
components:
– CPU with 270W or lower TDP (except 6 3 H)
– Memory module with 6 GB or lower capacity
• The ambient temperature must be limited to 35°C or lower if the server has 8 drives and any of the following
components:
– CPU with 350W or lower TDP with standard heat sink
– Memory module with 256 GB or lower capacity
– ConnectX-6 Dx 100GbE QSFP56 2-port with Active Optic Cable
– ConnectX-6 HDR 200GbE QSFP56 2-port with Active Optic Cable
– ConnectX-7 NDR200 QSFP 2-port without Active Optic Cable
– ConnectX-7 NDR 00 OSFP 1-port without Active Optic Cable
– ConnectX-7 NDR200 QSFP 2-port with Active Optic Cable, and CPU with 270W or lower TDP is installed.
– ConnectX-7 NDR 00 OSFP 1-port with Active Optic Cable, and CPU with 270W or lower TDP is installed.
• The ambient temperature must be limited to 30°C or lower if the server has 8 drives and any of the following
components:
– CPU with 350W or lower TDP with performance heat sink
– GPU adapter
– ConnectX-7 NDR200 QSFP 2-port with Active Optic Cable
– ConnectX-7 NDR 00 OSFP 1-port with Active Optic Cable
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Environment
ThinkSystem SR860 V3 complies with ASHRAE Class A2 specifications with most configurations, and depending on
the hardware configuration, also complies with ASHRAE Class A3, and Class A specifications. System performance
may be impacted when operating temperature is outside ASHRAE A2 specification.
Depending on the hardware configuration, ThinkSystem SR860 V3 server also complies with ASHRAE Class H1
specification. System performance may be impacted when operating temperature is outside ASHRAE H1
specification.
• Air temperature:
– Operating
– ASHRAE Class H1: 5°C to 25°C ( 1°F to 77°F); the maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for every
500 m (16 0 ft) increase in altitude above 900 m (2,953 ft).
– ASHRAE Class A2: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F); the maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for
every 300 m (98 ft) increase in altitude above 900 m (2,953 ft).
– ASHRAE Class A3: 5°C to 0°C ( 1°F to 10 °F); the maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for
every 175 m (57 ft) increase in altitude above 900 m (2,953 ft).
– ASHRAE Class A : 5°C to 5°C ( 1°F to 113°F); the maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for
every 125 m ( 10 ft) increase in altitude above 900 m (2,953 ft).
– Server off: 5°C to 5°C ( 1°F to 113°F)
– Shipment/storage: - 0°C to 60°C (- 0°F to 1 0°F)
• Maximum altitude: 3,050 m (10,000 ft)
• Relative Humidity (non-condensing):
– Operating
– ASHRAE Class H1: 8% to 80%; maximum dew point: 17°C (62.6°F)
– ASHRAE Class A2: 8% to 80%; maximum dew point: 21°C (70°F)
– ASHRAE Class A3: 8% to 85%; maximum dew point: 2 °C (75°F)
– ASHRAE Class A : 8% to 90%; maximum dew point: 2 °C (75°F)
– Shipment/storage: 8% to 90%
• Particulate contamination
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 12.
Note: The server is designed for standard data center environment and recommended to be placed in industrial data
center.
Particulate contamination
Attention: Airborne particulates (including metal flakes or particles) and reactive gases acting alone or in
combination with other environmental factors such as humidity or temperature might pose a risk to the
device that is described in this document.
Risks that are posed by the presence of excessive particulate levels or concentrations of harmful gases
include damage that might cause the device to malfunction or cease functioning altogether. This
specification sets forth limits for particulates and gases that are intended to avoid such damage. The limits
must not be viewed or used as definitive limits, because numerous other factors, such as temperature or
moisture content of the air, can influence the impact of particulates or environmental corrosives and gaseous
contaminant transfer. In the absence of specific limits that are set forth in this document, you must
implement practices that maintain particulate and gas levels that are consistent with the protection of human
health and safety. If Lenovo determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have
caused damage to the device, Lenovo may condition provision of repair or replacement of devices or parts
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