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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.
CAUTION:
This equipment must be installed by trained service personnel, as defined by the NEC and IEC 609501, Second Edition, the standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment. Lenovo assumes you
are qualified in the servicing of equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with
hazardous energy levels.
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 thirdwire 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://lesc.lenovo.com
b. In the Customize a Model pane:
1) Click Select Options/Parts for a Model.
2) Enter the machine type and model for your server.
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c. Click the Power tab 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.
The ThinkSystem SR630 server is a 1U rack server designed to be highly flexible to support many kinds of
Information Technology (IT) workloads. This high-performance, multi-core server is ideally suited for IT
environments that require superior processor performance, input/output (I/O) flexibility, and flexible
manageability.
Performance, ease of use, reliability, and expansion capabilities were key considerations in the design of the
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.
The server comes with a limited warranty. For details about the warranty, see:
When you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type and serial number information helps support
technicians to identify your server and provide faster service.
The machine type and serial number are on the ID label on the right rack latch in the front of the server.
Figure 1. Location of the ID label
XClarity Controller network access label
The XClarity Controller network access label is attached on the top side of the pull-out information tab. After
you get the server, peel the XClarity Controller network access label away and store it in a safe place.
Figure 2. Location of the XClarity Controller network access label
Quick response code
The system service label, which is on the top cover, provides a quick response (QR) code for mobile access
to service information. Scan the QR code with a mobile device and a QR code reader application to get quick
access to the Lenovo Service web site for this server. The Lenovo Service Information Web site provides
additional information for parts installation and replacement videos, and error codes for server support.
The following illustration shows the QR code:
Figure 3. QR code
https://support.lenovo.com/p/servers/sr630
Specifications
The following information is a 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.
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Table 1. Server specifications
Specification
Dimension
Description
• 1U
• Height: 43.0 mm (1.7 inches)
• Width:
– With rack latches: 482.0 mm (19.0 inches)
– Without rack latches: 434.4 mm (17.1 inches)
• Depth: 778.3 mm (30.7 inches)
Note: The depth is measured with rack latches and power supply installed, but
without security bezel installed.
WeightUp to 19.0 kg (41.9 lb)
Processor (depending on the
model)
• Up to two Intel
®
Xeon® processors
• Up to 28 cores
• Designed for Land Grid Array (LGA) 3647 socket
• Thermal Design Power (TDP): up to 205 watts
For more important information about the processor, refer to “Important information
for system board, processor, and heat sink” on page 8.
For a list of supported processors, see:
http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/
DIMM
• Minimum: 8 GB
• Maximum:
– 768 GB using registered DIMMs (RDIMMs)
– 1.5 TB using load-reduced DIMMs (LRDIMMs)
– 3 TB using three-dimensional stack registered DIMMs (3DS RDIMMs)
• Type:
– PC4-21300 (DDR4-2666), operating speed depends on processor model and
UEFI Operating Mode selection
– Single-rank, dual-rank, quad-rank, or octa-rank
– RDIMM, LRDIMM, or 3DS RDIMM
• Slots: 24 DIMM slots
• Supports (depending on the model):
– 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB RDIMMs
– 64 GB LRDIMMs
– 128 GB 3DS RDIMMs
For a list of supported DIMMs, see:
http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/
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Table 1. Server specifications (continued)
Specification
Internal drives
Description
• Up to two M.2 drives
• Up to four 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA drives
• Up to four 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA/NVMe drives
• Up to eight 2.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA drives
• Up to ten 2.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA/NVMe drives (NVMe drives are supported
only in drive bays 6–9)
• Up to ten 2.5-inch hot-swap NVMe drives
• Up to two 2.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA drives in the rear (the processor TDP
should be less than or equal to 125 watts)
Notes:
– NVMe drives means Non-Volatile Memory express drives.
– Only use M.2 drives provided by Lenovo.
– 480 GB M.2 drives are only supported on M.2 backplane with two M.2 drive
slots.
– For server models with the backplane for four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe
drives, the rear hot-swap drive assembly is not supported.
– The backplane for ten 2.5-inch hot-swap NVMe drives is supported only when
the following configuration requirements are met:
– Intel Xeon 6144, 6146, 6154, 8168, 8180, and 8180M processors are not
installed.
– The power of the hot-swap power supply is 1100 watts.
– Rear hot-swap drive assembly is not installed.
– GPU is not installed.
– NVMe PCIe flash adapter is not installed.
PCIe slotsDepending on the model, your server supports up to three PCIe slots in the rear. For
detailed information, see “Rear view” on page 18.
Graphics processing unit
(GPU)
• NVIDIA Quadro P2000 PCIe Active GPU
• Full-height, half-length PCIe adapter GPU
• TDP: 75 watts
Note: GPU is supported only when the following configuration requirements are met:
• Processor TDP is less than or equal to 140 watts.
• No RAID adapter is installed on the RAID adapter slot on the system board. If you
want to install a RAID adapter, install it in PCIe slot 1.
• The power of the hot-swap power supply is 750 watts or 1100 watts.
• The backplane for ten 2.5-inch NVMe drives is not installed.
• Rear hot-swap drive assembly is not installed.
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Table 1. Server specifications (continued)
Specification
Input/Output (I/O) features
RAID adapters (depending on
the model)
Description
• Front panel:
– One VGA connector (available on some models)
– One XClarity Controller USB 2.0 connector
– One USB 3.0 connector
• Rear panel:
– One VGA connector
– Two USB 3.0 connectors
– One XClarity Controller network connector
– Two or four Ethernet connectors on the LOM adapter (available on some
models)
– One serial port (available on some models)
• A RAID 530-8i SAS/SATA adapter that supports JBOD mode and RAID levels 0, 1,
5, 10, and 50
• A RAID 730-8i SAS/SATA adapter that supports JBOD mode and RAID levels 0, 1,
5, 10, and 50 (only available in China)
• A RAID 930-8i or 930-16i SAS/SATA adapter that supports JBOD mode and RAID
levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60
• A RAID 930-8e SAS/SATA adapter that supports JBOD mode and RAID levels 0,
1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60
System fans
Power supplies
• One processor: five dual-rotor hot-swap fans (including one redundant fan rotor)
• Two processors: seven dual-rotor hot-swap fans (including one redundant fan
rotor)
Notes:
• For server models installed with Intel Xeon 6144, 6146, 6154, 8168, 8180, and
8180M processors, fan rotor redundancy function is not supported. If one fan rotor
fails, the server performance will be degraded.
• If your server comes with only one processor, five system fans (fan 1 to fan 5) are
adequate to provide proper cooling. However, you must keep the locations for fan
6 and fan 7 occupied by a fan filler to ensure proper airflow.
One or two hot-swap power supplies for redundancy support
• 550-watt ac 80 PLUS Platinum
• 750-watt ac 80 PLUS Platinum
• 750-watt ac 80 PLUS Titanium
• 1100-watt ac 80 PLUS Platinum
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Table 1. Server specifications (continued)
Specification
Electrical input
EnvironmentThe server is supported in the following environment:
Description
• Sine-wave input (50–60 Hz) required
• Input voltage low range:
– Minimum: 100 V ac
– Maximum: 127 V ac
• Input voltage high range:
– Minimum: 200 V ac
– Maximum: 240 V ac
Note: For server models with 750-watt ac 80 PLUS Titanium power supplies, 100–
127 V ac input voltage is not supported.
CAUTION:
240 V dc input (input range: 180-300 V dc) is supported in China ONLY. Power
supply with 240 V dc 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.
• Air temperature:
– Operating:
– ASHRAE class A2: 10–35°C (50–95°F); when the altitude exceeds 900 m
(2953 ft), the maximum ambient temperature value decreases by 1°C (1.8°F)
with every 300 m (984 ft) of altitude increase.
– ASHRAE class A3: 5–40°C (41–104°F); when the altitude exceeds 900 m
(2953 ft), the maximum ambient temperature value decreases by 1°C (1.8°F)
with every 175 m (574 ft) of altitude increase.
– ASHRAE class A4: 5–45°C (41–113°F); when the altitude exceeds 900 m
(2953 ft), the maximum ambient temperature value decreases by 1°C (1.8°F)
with every 125 m (410 ft) of altitude increase.
– Server off: 5–45°C (41–113°F)
– Shipping or storage: -40–60°C (-40–140°F)
– ASHRAE class A2: 8%–80%; maximum dew point: 21°C (70°F)
– ASHRAE class A3: 8%–85%; maximum dew point: 24°C (75°F)
– ASHRAE class A4: 8%–90%; maximum dew point: 24°C (75°F)
– Shipping or storage: 8%–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 176.
Note: Your server complies with ASHRAE class A2 specifications. The server
performance might be impacted when the operating temperature is outside the
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Table 1. Server specifications (continued)
Specification
Description
ASHRAE A2 specifications. Depending on the hardware configuration, some server
models comply with ASHRAE class A3 and class A4 specifications. To comply with
ASHRAE class A3 and class A4 specifications, the server models must meet the
following hardware configuration requirements at the same time:
• Two power supplies are installed.
• NVMe drive is not installed.
• NVMe PCIe flash adapter is not installed.
• GPU is not installed.
• For server models with 2.5-inch drive bays, the RAID super capacitor module
cannot be installed on the bottom of the air baffle, but only can be installed on the
chassis.
• The backplane for ten 2.5-inch NVMe drives is not installed.
• The following processors are not installed:
– Processors with TDP higher than or equal to 150 watts
– Intel Xeon 4112, 5122, 6126, 6128, 6132, 6134, 6134M, and 8156 processors
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Important information for system board, processor, and heat sink
There are two types of system board for your server:
• Left: System board with large lift handle
1
• Right: System board with small lift handle 2
Figure 4. Two types of system board
There are two shape types of heat sink for your server:
• Left: Small-size heat sink
• Right: Large-size heat sink
Figure 5. Two types of heat sink
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The following table lists the important information for the system board, heat sink, and processor.
System board
installed
System board
with large lift
handle or system
board with small
lift handle
System board
with small lift
handle
Heat sink
installed
Small size heat
sink
Large size heat
sink
Important information
For server models installed with Intel Xeon 6144, 6146, 6154, 8168, 8180,
and 8180M processors, the following parts are not supported:
• Front backplane and front hot-swap SAS/SATA/NVMe drives
• Rear hot-swap drive assembly
• RAID super capacitor module on the bottom of the air baffle
• NVMe PCIe flash adapter
• GPU
• For server models installed with large size heat sink, the air baffle and the
RAID super capacitor module on the bottom of the air baffle are not
supported.
• For server models installed with Intel Xeon 6144, 6146, 8168, 8180, and
8180M processors, ensure that the following configuration requirements
are met:
– The backplane for ten 2.5-inch NVMe drives is not installed.
– No system fan is failed.
– Rear hot-swap drive assembly is not installed.
– NVMe PCIe flash adapter is not installed.
– GPU is not installed.
• For server models installed with the backplane for ten 2.5-inch SAS/
SATA/NVMe drives, Intel Xeon 6154 processor is supported with the
condition that the following configuration requirements are met:
– No system fan is failed.
– Only four SAS/SATA/NVMe drives are installed in drive bays 6–9.
– Rear hot-swap drive assembly is not installed.
– NVMe PCIe flash adapter is not installed.
– GPU is not installed.
Figure 6. Front view of server models installed with Intel Xeon 6154
processor
Firmware updates
Several options are available to update the firmware for the server.
You can use the tools listed here to update the most current firmware for your server and the devices that are
installed in the server.
Note: Lenovo typically releases firmware in bundles called UpdateXpress System Packs (UXSPs). To ensure
that all of the firmware updates are compatible, you should update all firmware at the same time. If you are
updating firmware for both the Lenovo XClarity Controller and UEFI, update the firmware for Lenovo XClarity
Controller first.
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Best practices related to updating firmware is available at the following location:
http://lenovopress.com/LP0656
Important terminology
• In-band update. The installation or update is performed using a tool or application within an operating
system that is executing on the server’s core CPU.
• Out-of-band update. The installation or update is performed by the Lenovo XClarity Controller collecting
the update and then directing the update to the target subsystem or device. Out-of-band updates have no
dependency on an operating system executing on the core CPU. However, most out-of-band operations
do require the server to be in the S0 (Working) power state.
• On-Target update. The installation or update is initiated from an Operating System executing on the
server’s operating system.
• Off-Target update. The installation or update is initiated from a computing device interacting directly with
the server’s Lenovo XClarity Controller.
• UpdateXpress System Packs (UXSPs). UXSPs are bundled updates designed and tested to provide the
interdependent level of functionality, performance, and compatibility. UXSPs are server machine-type
specific and are built (with firmware and device driver updates) to support specific Windows Server, Red
Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) operating system distributions.
Machine-type-specific firmware-only UXSPs are also available.
See the following table to determine the best Lenovo tool to use for installing and setting up the firmware:
Tool
Lenovo XClarity
Provisioning
Manager
Limited to core system
firmware only.
Lenovo XClarity
Controller
Supports core system
firmware and most
advanced I/O option
firmware updates
Lenovo XClarity
Essentials OneCLI
Supports all core
system firmware, I/O
firmware, and installed
operating system
driver updates
Lenovo XClarity
Essentials
UpdateXpress
Supports all core
system firmware, I/O
firmware, and installed
operating system
driver updates
Out-ofIn-band
update
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
band
update
√√√√
Ontarget
update
Offtarget
update
Graphical
user
interface
Commandline interface
Supports
UXSPs
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Tool
Lenovo XClarity
Essentials Bootable
Media Creator
Supports core system
firmware and I/O
firmware updates. You
can update the
Microsoft Windows
operating system, but
device drivers are not
included on the
bootable image
Out-ofIn-band
update
√√√√
band
update
Ontarget
update
Offtarget
update
Graphical
user
interface
Commandline interface
Supports
UXSPs
Lenovo XClarity
Administrator
Supports core system
firmware and I/O
firmware updates
√√√√
The latest firmware can be found at the following site:
• Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager
From Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager, you can update the Lenovo XClarity Controller firmware, the
UEFI firmware, and the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager software.
Note: By default, the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager Graphical User Interface is displayed when
you press F1. If you have changed that default to be the text-based system setup, you can bring up the
Graphical User Interface from the text-based system setup interface.
Additional information about using Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager to update firmware is available
at:
• Lenovo XClarity Controller
If you need to install a specific update, you can use the Lenovo XClarity Controller interface for a specific
server.
Notes:
– To perform an in-band update through Windows or Linux, the operating system driver must be installed
and the Ethernet-over-USB (sometimes called LAN over USB) interface must be enabled.
Additional information about configuring Ethernet over USB is available at:
Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI is a collection of command line applications that can be used to
manage Lenovo servers.Its update application can be used to update firmware and device drivers for your
servers. The update can be performed within the host operating system of the server (in-band) or remotely
through the BMC of the server (out-of-band).
Specific details about updating firmware using Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI is available at:
• Lenovo XClarity Essentials UpdateXpress
Lenovo XClarity Essentials UpdateXpress provides most of OneCLI update functions through a graphical
user interface (GUI). It can be used to acquire and deploy UpdateXpress System Pack (UXSP) update
packages and individual updates. UpdateXpress System Packs contain firmware and device driver
updates for Microsoft Windows and for Linux.
You can obtain Lenovo XClarity Essentials UpdateXpress from the following location:
• Lenovo XClarity Essentials Bootable Media Creator
You can use Lenovo XClarity Essentials Bootable Media Creator to create bootable media that is suitable
for applying firmware updates, running preboot diagnostics, and deploying Microsoft Windows operating
systems.
You can obtain Lenovo XClarity Essentials BoMC from the following location:
• Lenovo XClarity Administrator
If you are managing multiple servers using the Lenovo XClarity Administrator, you can update firmware for
all managed servers through that interface. Firmware management is simplified by assigning firmwarecompliance policies to managed endpoints. When you create and assign a compliance policy to managed
endpoints, Lenovo XClarity Administrator monitors changes to the inventory for those endpoints and flags
any endpoints that are out of compliance.
Specific details about updating firmware using Lenovo XClarity Administrator are available at:
To perform a firmware update through the operating system using Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI, the
Lenovo XClarity Controller must be configured to use the LAN over USB interface. The firmware update
package attempts to perform the setup automatically, if needed. If the automatic setup fails or if you prefer to
set up the LAN over USB manually, use one of the following procedures.
Additional information about using the Lenovo XClarity Controller to enable LAN over USB is available at:
When you install a Windows operating system, there might be an unknown RNDIS device in the Device
Manager. Lenovo provides a Windows INF file that identifies this device.
Complete the following steps to install ibm_rndis_server_os.inf:
Note: You only have to perform these steps if the compute node is running a Windows operating system
and the ibm_rndis_server_os.inf file has not been previously installed. The file only has to be installed once. It
is required by Windows operating systems to detect and use the LAN over USB functionality.
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Step 1. Click Administrative Tools ➙ Computer Management ➙ Device Manager and find the RNDIS
Device. Click Properties ➙ Driver ➙ Reinstall driver. Point the server to the \Windows\inf
directory where it can find the ibm_rndis_server_os.inf file and install the device.
Lenovo continually updates the support website with the latest tips and techniques that you can use to solve
issues that you might have with your server. These Tech Tips (also called retain tips or service bulletins)
provide procedures to work around issues related to the operation of your server.
To find the Tech Tips available for your server:
1. Go to
2. Click How-tos & Solutions.
http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com and navigate to the support page for your server.
Expand Symptom to choose a category for the type is 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:
After the server performs a short self-test (power status LED flashes quickly) when connected to input power,
it enters a standby state (power status LED flashes once per second).
The server can be turned on (power LED on) in any of the following ways:
• You can press the power button.
• The server can restart automatically after a power interruption.
• The server can respond to remote power-on requests sent to the Lenovo XClarity Controller.
For information about powering off the server, see “Power off the server” on page 14.
Power off the server
The server remains in a standby state when it is connected to a power source, allowing the Lenovo XClarity
Controller to respond to remote power-on requests. To remove all power from the server (power status LED
off), you must disconnect all power cables.
To place the server in a standby state (power status LED flashes once per second):
Note: The Lenovo XClarity Controller can place the server in a standby state as an automatic response to a
critical system failure.
• Start an orderly shutdown using the operating system (if supported by your operating system).
• Press the power button to start an orderly shutdown (if supported by your operating system).
• Press and hold the power button for more than 4 seconds to force a shutdown.
When in a standby state, the server can respond to remote power-on requests sent to the Lenovo XClarity
Controller. For information about powering on the server, see “Power on the server” on page 14.
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Chapter 2.Server components
Use the information in this section to learn about each of the components associated with your server.
Front view
The front view of the server varies by model. Depending on the model, your server might look slightly
different from the illustrations in this topic.
Figure 7. Front view of server models with four 3.5-inch drive bays
Figure 8. Front view of server models with eight 2.5-inch drive bays
Figure 9. Front view of server models with ten 2.5-inch drive bays
Table 2. Components on the front of the server
1 VGA connector (available on some models)
3 XClarity Controller USB connector4 USB 3.0 connector
Table 2. Components on the front of the server (continued)
7 Hot-swap drive bays
9 Drive activity LED (green)10 Rack latch (left)
1 VGA connector (available on some models)
8 Drive status LED (yellow)
Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a VGA
connector.
2 Pull-out information tab
The XClarity Controller network access label is attached on the pull-out information tab.
3 XClarity Controller USB connector
Depending on the setting, this connector supports USB 2.0 function, XClarity Controller management
function, or both.
• If the connector is set for USB 2.0 function, you can attach a device that requires a USB 2.0 connection,
such as a keyboard, a mouse, or a USB storage device.
• If the connector is set for XClarity Controller management function, you can attach a mobile device
installed with the application to run XClarity Controller event logs.
• If the connector is set to have both functions, you can press the ID button for three seconds to switch
between the two functions.
4 USB 3.0 connector
Attach a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, or USB storage device.
5 Operator information panel
For information about the controls and status LEDs on the operator information panel, see “Operator
information panel” on page 17.
6 10 Rack latches
If your server is installed in a rack, you can use the rack latches to help you slide the server out of the rack.
You also can use the rack latches and screws to secure the server in the rack so that the server cannot slide
out, especially in vibration-prone areas. For more information, refer to the Rack Installation Guide that comes
with your rail kit.
7 Hot-swap drive bays
The number of the installed drives in your server varies by model. When you install drives, follow the order of
the drive bay numbers.
The EMI integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all drive bays occupied. The vacant drive
bays must be occupied by drive fillers.
8 Drive status LED
9 Drive activity LED
Each hot-swap drive has two LEDs.
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Drive LEDStatusDescription
8 Drive status LED (right)Solid yellow
Blinking yellow (blinking slowly, about one
flash per second)
Blinking yellow (blinking rapidly, about four
flashes per second)
9 Drive activity LED (left)Solid green
Blinking greenThe drive is active.
The drive has an error.
The drive is being rebuilt.
The RAID adapter is locating the drive.
The drive is powered but not active.
Operator information panel
The operator information panel of the server provides controls and LEDs.
The following illustration shows the operator information panel of the server.
Figure 10. Operator information panel
Table 3. Components on the operator information panel
1 Power button with power status LED2 Network activity LED
3 System ID button with system ID LED4 System error LED
1 Power button with power status LED
You can press the power button to power on the server when you finish setting up the server. You also can
hold the power button for several seconds to power off the server if you cannot shut down the server from
the operating system. The power status LED helps you to determine the current power status.
StatusColorDescription
Solid onGreen
Slow blinking
(about one flash
per second)
Fast blinking
(about four
flashes per
second)
Off
2 Network activity LED
GreenThe server is off and is ready to be powered on (standby state).
GreenThe server is off, but the XClarity Controller is initializing, and the server is not ready
NoneThere is no ac power applied to the server.
The server is on and running.
to be powered on.
The network activity LED on the operator information panel helps you identify the network connectivity and
activity.
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StatusColorDescription
OnGreen
Blinking
Off
3 System ID button with system ID LED
Green
NoneThe server is disconnected from the network.
The server is connected to a network.
The network is connected and active.
Use this system ID button and the blue system ID LED to visually locate the server. A system ID LED is also
located on the rear of the server. Each time you press the system ID button, the state of both the system ID
LEDs changes. The LEDs can be changed to on, blinking, or off. You can also use the Lenovo XClarity
Controller or a remote management program to change the state of the system ID LEDs to assist in visually
locating the server among other servers.
If the XClarity Controller USB connector is set to have both the USB 2.0 function and XClarity Controller
management function, you can press the system ID button for three seconds to switch between the two
functions.
4 System error LED
The system error LED helps you to determine if there are any system errors.
StatusColor
On
YellowAn error has been detected on the server.
DescriptionAction
Check the event log to determine the exact
Causes might include but not limited to the
following errors:
• The temperature of the server reached
the non-critical temperature threshold.
• The voltage of the server reached the
non-critical voltage threshold.
• A fan has been detected to be running at
low speed.
• A hot-swap fan has been removed.
• The power supply has a critical error.
• The power supply is not connected to
the power.
cause of the error.
For information about troubleshooting, see
“Troubleshooting by symptom” on page
156 .
OffNoneThe server is off or the server is on and is
working correctly.
None.
Rear view
The rear of the server provides access to several connectors and components, including the power supplies,
PCIe adapters, hot-swap drive bays, serial port, and Ethernet connectors.
• “Rear view of server models with three PCIe slots” on page 18
• “Rear view of server models with two PCIe slots” on page 20
• “Rear view of server models with two hot-swap drive bays and one PCIe slot” on page 21
Rear view of server models with three PCIe slots
The following illustration shows the rear view of server models with three PCIe slots. Depending on the
model, your server might look slightly different from the illustration below.
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Figure 11. Rear view of server models with three PCIe slots
Table 4. Components on the rear of the server
1 PCIe slot 1 on riser 1 assembly2 PCIe slot 2 on riser 1 assembly
3 PCIe slot 3 on riser 2 assembly
5 Power supply 2 (available on some models)
7 USB 3.0 connectors8 VGA connector
9 XClarity Controller network connector10 Ethernet connectors on LOM adapter (available on
1 2 PCIe slots on riser 1 assembly
4 Power supply 1
6 NMI button
some models)
Your server supports three types of riser cards for riser 1 assembly.
Note: PCIe slot 3 is supported only when two processors are installed.
4 Power supply 1
5 Power supply 2 (available on some models)
The hot-swap redundant power supplies help you avoid significant interruption to the operation of the
system when a power supply fails. You can purchase a power supply option from Lenovo and install the
power supply to provide power redundancy without turning off the server.
On each power supply, there are three status LEDs near the power cord connector. For information about the
LEDs, see “Rear view LEDs” on page 24.
6 NMI button
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Press this button to force a nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) to the processor. By this way, you can make the
operating system halt (such as Windows Blue Screen of Death) and take a memory dump. You might have to
use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to press the button.
7 USB 3.0 connectors (2)
Used to attach a device that requires a USB 2.0 or 3.0 connection, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, or
USB storage device.
8 VGA connector
Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a VGA
connector.
9 XClarity Controller network connector
Used to attach an Ethernet cable to manage the system using XClarity Controller.
10 Ethernet connectors on LOM adapter (available on some models)
The LOM adapter provides two or four extra Ethernet connectors for network connections.
The leftmost Ethernet connector on the LOM adapter can be set as XClarity Controller network connector. To
set the Ethernet connector as XClarity Controller network connector, start Setup utility, go to BMC Settings
➙ Network Settings ➙ Network Interface Port and select Shared. Then, go to Shared NIC on and select
PHY Card.
Rear view of server models with two PCIe slots
The following illustration shows the rear view of the server models with two PCIe slots. Depending on the
model, your server might look slightly different from the illustration below.
Figure 12. Rear view of server models with two PCIe slots
Table 5. Components on the rear of the server
1 PCIe slot 1 on riser 1 assembly2 PCIe slot 2 on riser 1 assembly
The hot-swap redundant power supplies help you avoid significant interruption to the operation of the
system when a power supply fails. You can purchase a power supply option from Lenovo and install the
power supply to provide power redundancy without turning off the server.
On each power supply, there are three status LEDs near the power cord connector. For information about the
LEDs, see “Rear view LEDs” on page 24.
5 NMI button
Press this button to force a nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) to the processor. By this way, you can make the
operating system halt (such as Windows Blue Screen of Death) and take a memory dump. You might have to
use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to press the button.
6 USB 3.0 connectors (2)
Used to attach a device that requires a USB 2.0 or 3.0 connection, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, or
USB storage device.
7 VGA connector
Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a VGA
connector.
8 XClarity Controller network connector
Used to attach an Ethernet cable to manage the system using XClarity Controller.
9 Ethernet connectors on LOM adapter (available on some models)
The LOM adapter provides two or four extra Ethernet connectors for network connections.
The leftmost Ethernet connector on the LOM adapter can be set as XClarity Controller network connector. To
set the Ethernet connector as XClarity Controller network connector, start Setup utility, go to BMC Settings
➙ Network Settings ➙ Network Interface Port and select Shared. Then, go to Shared NIC on and select
PHY Card.
Rear view of server models with two hot-swap drive bays and one PCIe slot
The following illustration shows the rear view of the server models with two hot-swap drive bays and one
PCIe slot. Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the illustration below.
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Figure 13. Rear view of server models with two hot-swap drive bays and one PCIe slot
9 Ethernet connectors on LOM adapter (available on
some models)
1 Rear 2.5-inch drive bays
2 PCIe slot 3
4 Power supply 2 (available on some models)
6 USB 3.0 connectors
Used to install two 2.5-inch hot-swap drives on the rear of the server.
The number of the installed drives in your server varies by model. When you install drives, follow the order of
the drive bay numbers.
The EMI integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all drive bays occupied. The vacant drive
bays must be occupied by drive bay fillers or drive fillers.
2 PCIe slot 3
Slot 3: PCIe x16 (x16, x8, x4, x1), low-profile
Note: PCIe slot 3 is supported only when two processors are installed.
3 Power supply 1
4 Power supply 2 (available on some models)
The hot-swap redundant power supplies help you avoid significant interruption to the operation of the
system when a power supply fails. You can purchase a power supply option from Lenovo and install the
power supply to provide power redundancy without turning off the server.
On each power supply, there are three status LEDs near the power cord connector. For information about the
LEDs, see “Rear view LEDs” on page 24.
5 NMI button
Press this button to force a nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) to the processor. By this way, you can make the
operating system halt (such as Windows Blue Screen of Death) and take a memory dump. You might have to
use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to press the button.
6 USB 3.0 connectors (2)
Used to attach a device that requires a USB 2.0 or 3.0 connection, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, or
USB storage device.
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7 VGA connector
Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a VGA
connector.
8 XClarity Controller network connector
Used to attach an Ethernet cable to manage the system using XClarity Controller.
9 Ethernet connectors on LOM adapter (available on some models)
The LOM adapter provides two or four extra Ethernet connectors for network connections.
The leftmost Ethernet connector on the LOM adapter can be set as XClarity Controller network connector. To
set the Ethernet connector as XClarity Controller network connector, start Setup utility, go to BMC Settings
➙ Network Settings ➙ Network Interface Port and select Shared. Then, go to Shared NIC on and select
PHY Card.
Figure 14. Rear view of server models with a shipping bracket
1 Shipping bracket (available on some models)
For server models with two hot-swap drive bays in the rear, if the server is installed in a rack and shipped to
you, the server comes with a shipping bracket installed.
Attention:
• Before turning on the server, ensure that you remove the shipping bracket.
• For server models with two hot-swap drive bays in the rear, if the server is installed in a rack for shipping,
be sure to install the shipping bracket.
To remove the shipping bracket, hold the two handles
1 and remove the shipping bracket from the server.
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Figure 15. Shipping bracket removal
To install the shipping bracket, align the two handles 1 with the system error LED hole and system ID LED
hole and insert the shipping bracket into the rear of the server until it is firmly installed.
Figure 16. Shipping bracket installation
Rear view LEDs
The rear of the server provides system ID LED, system error LED, Ethernet LEDs, and power supply LEDs.
The following illustration shows the LEDs on the rear view of server models with three PCIe slots. The LEDs
on the rear view of other server models are the same.
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Figure 17. Rear view LEDs
Table 7. LEDs on the rear view of the server
1 Ethernet link LED2 Ethernet activity LED
3 Power input LED4 Power output LED
5 Power supply error LED
7 System ID LED
1 Ethernet link LED
2 Ethernet activity LED
6 System error LED
The XClarity Controller network connector has two status LEDs.
Ethernet status LEDColorStatusDescription
1 Ethernet link LED
2 Ethernet activity LED
3 4 5 Power supply LEDs
GreenOn
None
Green
None
Off
BlinkingNetwork link is connected and active.
OffThe server is disconnected from a LAN.
Network link is established.
Network link is disconnected.
Each hot-swap power supply has three status LEDs.
LEDDescription
3 Power input
LED
• Green: The power supply is connected to the ac power source.
• Off: The power supply is disconnected from the ac power source or a power problem occurs.
4 Power output
LED
5 Power supply
error LED
• Green: The server is on and the power supply is working normally.
• Blinking green: The power supply is in the zero-output mode (standby). When the server
power load is low, one of the installed power supplies enters into the standby state while the
other one delivers the entire load. When the power load increases, the standby power supply
will switch to active state to provide sufficient power to the system.
To disable zero-output mode, start the Setup utility, go to System Settings ➙ Power ➙ Zero Output and select Disable. If you disable the zero-out mode, both power supplies will be in
the active state.
• Off: The server is powered off, or the power supply is not working properly. If the server is
powered on but the LED is off, replace the power supply.
• Yellow: The power supply has failed. To resolve the issue, replace the power supply.
• Off: The power supply is working normally.
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6 System error LED
The system error LED helps you to determine if there are any system errors. For details, see “System error
LED” on page 18.
7 System ID LED
The blue system ID LED helps you to visually locate the server. A system ID LED is also located on the front
of the server. Each time you press the system ID button, the state of both the system ID LEDs changes. The
LEDs can be changed to on, blinking, or off. You can also use the Lenovo XClarity Controller or a remote
management program to change the state of the system ID LEDs to assist in visually locating the server
among other servers.
System board components
The illustration in this section shows the component locations on the system board.
• Pins 2 and 3: TPM/TCM physical
presence is asserted.
• Pins 1 and 2: The jumper is in
default setting.
• Pins 2 and 3: Force the Lenovo
XClarity Controller to update to the
latest version.
• Pins 1 and 2: The jumper is in
default setting.
• Pins 2 and 3: Reset the Lenovo
XClarity Controller.
• Pins 1 and 2: The jumper is in
default setting.
• Pins 2 and 3: Clear the real-time
clock (RTC) registry.
Important:
• Before you move any jumpers, power off the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables.
Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the following information:
• Any system-board switch or jumper block that is not shown in the illustrations in this document are
reserved.
Internal cable routing
Some of the components in the server have internal cables and cable connectors.
To connect cables, observe the following guidelines:
• Power off the server before you connect or disconnect any internal cables.
• See the documentation that comes with any external devices for additional cabling instructions. It might
be easier for you to route cables before you connect the devices to the server.
• Cable identifiers of some cables are printed on the cables that come with the server and optional devices.
Use these identifiers to connect the cables to the correct connectors.
• Ensure that the relevant cables pass through the cable clips.
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Note: Disengage all latches, release tabs, or locks on cable connectors when you disconnect cables from
the system board. Failing to release them before removing the cables will damage the cable sockets on the
system board, which are fragile. Any damage to the cable sockets might require replacing the system board.
Server models with four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives
Use this section to understand the connectors on the backplane and internal cable routing for server models
with four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives.
Figure 21. Connectors on the backplane for four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives
1 SAS 0 connector
2 Power connector
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Server models with four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives and rear drive assembly
Note: The cable routing illustration is based on the scenario that the rear hot-swap drive assembly is
installed. Depending on the model, the rear hot-swap drive assembly might not be available on your server.
Figure 22. Cable routing for server models with four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives and rear drive assembly
CableFromTo
1 Power cable for front backplanePower connector on the front
backplane
2 SAS signal cable for front
backplane
3 SAS signal cable for rear
SAS 0 connector on the front
backplane
SAS connector on the rear backplaneC1 connector on the RAID adapter
Front-backplane power connector on
the system board
C0 connector on the RAID adapter
backplane
4 Power cable for rear backplanePower connector on the rear
backplane
Rear-backplane power connector on
the system board
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Server models with four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives and GPU
Figure 23. Cable routing for server models with four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives and GPU
Cable
1 Power cablePower connector on the backplaneFront-backplane power connector on the system
2 SAS signal cableSAS 0 connector on the backplaneC0 connector on the RAID adapter
FromTo
board
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Server models with four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives
Use this section to understand the connectors on the backplane and internal cable routing for server models
with four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives.
Figure 24. Connectors on the backplane for four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives
1 NVMe 1 connector
3 NVMe 0 connector4 Power connector
2 SAS 0 connector
Figure 25. Cable routing for server models with four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives
Cable
1 Power cablePower connector on the backplaneFront-backplane power connector on the system
2 SAS signal cableSAS 0 connector on the backplaneC0 connector on the RAID adapter
3 NVMe signal cableNVMe 0 and NVMe 1 connectors on
FromTo
board
NVMe 0-1 connector and NVMe 2-3 connector on
the backplane
the system board
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Server models with eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives
Use this section to understand the connectors on the backplane and internal cable routing for server models
with eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives.
Figure 26. Connectors on the backplane for eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives
1 SAS 1 connector
2 Power connector
3 SAS 0 connector
Server models with eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives and one 8i RAID adapter
Figure 27. Cable routing for server models with eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives and one 8i RAID adapter
Cable
1 Power cablePower connector on the backplaneFront-backplane power connector on the system
2 SAS signal cableSAS 0 and SAS 1 connectors on the
FromTo
board
C0 and C1 connectors on the RAID adapter
backplane
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Server models with eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives, one 16i RAID adapter, and rear drive assembly
Figure 28. Cable routing for server models with eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives, one 16i RAID adapter, and rear drive
assembly
Cable
1 Power cable for front backplanePower connector on the front
2 SAS signal cable for front
backplane
3 SAS signal cable for rear
FromTo
Front-backplane power connector on
backplane
SAS 0 and SAS 1 connectors on the
front backplane
the system board
C0 and C1 connectors on the RAID
adapter
SAS connector on the rear backplaneC2 connector on the RAID adapter
backplane
4 Power cable for rear backplanePower connector on the rear
backplane
Rear-backplane power connector on
the system board
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Server models with eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives and GPU
Figure 29. Cable routing for server models with eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives and GPU
Cable
1 Power cablePower connector on the backplaneFront-backplane power connector on the system
2 SAS signal cableSAS 0 and SAS 1 connectors on the
FromTo
board
C0 and C1 connectors on the RAID adapter
backplane
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Server models with ten 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives
Use this section to understand the connectors on the backplane and the internal cable routing for server
models with ten 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives.
Figure 30. Connectors on the backplane for ten 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives
1 SAS 2 connector2 SAS 1 connector
5 NVMe 1 connector6 NVMe 0 connector7 NVMe 3 connector8 NVMe 2 connector
3 Power connector
4 SAS 0 connector
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Server models with six 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives, four 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives, one 16i RAID
adapter, and rear drive assembly
Note: The cable routing illustration is based on the scenario that the rear hot-swap drive assembly is
installed. Depending on the model, the rear hot-swap drive assembly might not be available on your server.
Figure 31. Cable routing for server models with six 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives, four 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives, one
16i RAID adapter, and rear drive assembly
Cable
1 Power cable for front backplanePower connector on the front
2 SAS signal cable for front
backplane
3 Power cable for rear backplanePower connector on the rear
4 SAS signal cable for rear
backplane
5 NVMe signal cableNVMe 0, NVMe 1, NVMe 2, and
FromTo
Front-backplane power connector on
backplane
SAS 0, SAS 1 and SAS 2 connectors
on the front backplane
backplane
SAS connector on the rear backplaneC3 connector on the RAID adapter
NVMe 3 connectors on the backplane
the system board
C0, C1, and C2 connectors on the
RAID adapter
Rear-backplane power connector on
the system board
NVMe 0-1 connector and NVMe 2-3
connector on the system board
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Server models with six 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives, four 2.5-inch NVMe drives, and one 8i RAID adapter
Note: NVMe drives are only supported in drive bays 6-9.
Figure 32. Cable routing for server models with six 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives, four 2.5-inch NVMe drives, and one 8i
RAID adapter
Cable
1 Power cablePower connector on the backplaneFront-backplane power connector on the system
FromTo
board
2 SAS signal cableSAS 0, SAS 1 and SAS 2 connectors
on the backplane
C0 and C1 connectors on the RAID adapter
Note: SAS 2 connector is not connected to any
RAID adapter.
3 NVMe signal cableNVMe 0, NVMe 1, NVMe 2, and NVMe
3 connectors on the backplane
NVMe 0-1 connector and NVMe 2-3 connector
on the system board
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Server models with six 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives, four 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives, and GPU
Note: NVMe drives are only supported in drive bays 6-9.
Figure 33. Cable routing for server models with six 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives, four 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives, and
GPU
CableFromTo
1 Power cablePower connector on the backplaneFront-backplane power connector on the
system board
2 SAS signal cableSAS 0, SAS 1 and SAS 2 connectors
on the backplane
3 NVMe signal cableNVMe 0, NVMe 1, NVMe 2, and NVMe
3 connectors on the backplane
C0, C1 and C2 connectors on the RAID
adapter
NVMe 0-1 connector and NVMe 2-3
connector on the system board
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Server models with ten 2.5-inch NVMe drives
Use this section to understand the connectors on the backplane and the internal cable routing for server
models with ten 2.5-inch NVMe drives.
Figure 34. Connectors on the backplane for ten 2.5-inch NVMe drives
Note: Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the illustration. Some of the
components might not be available on your server.
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Figure 36. Server components
The parts listed in the following table are identified as one of the following:
• Tier 1 customer replaceable unit (CRU): Replacement of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If Lenovo
installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request with no service agreement, you will be charged for the installation.
• Tier 2 customer replaceable unit: You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or request Lenovo to install it, at
no additional charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for your server.
• Field replaceable unit (FRU): FRUs must be installed only by trained service technicians.
• Consumable and Structural parts: Purchase and replacement of consumable and structural parts
(components, such as a cover or bezel) is your responsibility. If Lenovo acquires or installs a structural
component at your request, you will be charged for the service.
Several power cords are available, depending on the country and region where the server is installed.
To view the power cords that are available for the server:
1. Go to:
http://lesc.lenovo.com
2. In the Customize a Model pane:
a. Click Select Options/Parts for a Model.
b. Enter the machine type and model for your server.
3. Click the Power tab to see all line cords.
Notes:
• For your safety, a power cord with a grounded attachment plug is provided to use with this product. To
avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet.
• Power cords for this product that are used in the United States and Canada are listed by Underwriter's
Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
• For units intended to be operated at 115 volts: Use a UL-listed and CSA-certified cord set consisting of a
minimum 18 AWG, Type SVT or SJT, three-conductor cord, a maximum of 15 feet in length and a parallel
blade, grounding-type attachment plug rated 15 amperes, 125 volts.
• For units intended to be operated at 230 volts (U.S. use): Use a UL-listed and CSA-certified cord set
consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, Type SVT or SJT, three-conductor cord, a maximum of 15 feet in length
and a tandem blade, grounding-type attachment plug rated 15 amperes, 250 volts.
• For units intended to be operated at 230 volts (outside the U.S.): Use a cord set with a grounding-type
attachment plug. The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for the country in which the
equipment will be installed.
• Power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region.
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Chapter 3.Hardware replacement procedures
This section provides installation and removal procedures for all serviceable system components. Each
component replacement procedure references any tasks that need to be performed to gain access to the
component being replaced.
Note: If you replace a part, such as an adapter, that contains firmware, you might also need to update the
firmware for that part. For more information about updating firmware, see “Firmware updates” on page 9.
Installation Guidelines
Before installing components in your server, read the installation guidelines.
Before installing optional devices, read the following notices carefully:
Attention: Prevent exposure to static electricity, which might lead to system halt and loss of data, by
keeping static-sensitive components in their static-protective packages until installation, and handling these
devices with an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system.
• Read the safety information and guidelines to ensure that you work safely.
– A complete list of safety information for all products is available at:
– The following guidelines are available as well: “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 49 and
“Working inside the server with the power on” on page 49.
• Make sure the components you are installing are supported by the server. For a list of supported optional
components for the server, see
• When you install a new server, download and apply the latest firmware. This will help ensure that any
known issues are addressed, and that your server is ready to work with optimal performance. Go to
ThinkSystem SR630 Drivers and Software to download firmware updates for your server.
http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/.
Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated code updates. If the
component is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of code is supported for the cluster
solution before you update the code.
• It is good practice to make sure that the server is working correctly before you install an optional
component.
• Keep the working area clean, and place removed components on a flat and smooth surface that does not
shake or tilt.
• Do not attempt to lift an object that might be too heavy for you. If you have to lift a heavy object, read the
following precautions carefully:
– Make sure that you can stand steadily without slipping.
– Distribute the weight of the object equally between your feet.
– Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you lift a heavy object.
– To avoid straining the muscles in your back, lift by standing or by pushing up with your leg muscles.
• Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical outlets for the server,
monitor, and other devices.
• Back up all important data before you make changes related to the disk drives.
• Have a small flat-blade screwdriver, a small Phillips screwdriver, and a T8 torx screwdriver available.
• To view the error LEDs on the system board and internal components, leave the power on.
• You do not have to turn off the server to remove or install hot-swap power supplies, hot-swap fans, or hotplug USB devices. However, you must turn off the server before you perform any steps that involve
removing or installing adapter cables, and you must disconnect the power source from the server before
you perform any steps that involve removing or installing a riser card.
• Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip to remove a component from or install it
in the server, open or close a latch, and so on.
• Orange on a component or an orange label on or near a component indicates that the component can be
hot-swapped if the server and operating system support hot-swap capability, which means that you can
remove or install the component while the server is still running. (Orange can also indicate touch points on
hot-swap components.) See the instructions for removing or installing a specific hot-swap component for
any additional procedures that you might have to perform before you remove or install the component.
• The Red strip on the drives, adjacent to the release latch, indicates that the drive can be hot-swapped if
the server and operating system support hot-swap capability. This means that you can remove or install
the drive while the server is still running.
Note: See the system specific instructions for removing or installing a hot-swap drive for any additional
procedures that you might need to perform before you remove or install the drive.
• After finishing working on the server, make sure you reinstall all safety shields, guards, labels, and ground
wires.
System reliability guidelines
Review the system reliability guidelines to ensure proper system cooling and reliability.
Make sure the following requirements are met:
• When the server comes with redundant power, a power supply must be installed in each power-supply
bay.
• Adequate space around the server must be spared to allow server cooling system to work properly. Leave
approximately 50 mm (2.0 in.) of open space around the front and rear of the server. Do not place any
object in front of the fans.
• For proper cooling and airflow, refit the server cover before you turn the power on. Do not operate the
server for more than 30 minutes with the server cover removed, for it might damage server components.
• Cabling instructions that come with optional components must be followed.
• A failed fan must be replaced within 48 hours since malfunction.
• A removed hot-swap fan must be replaced within 30 seconds after removal.
• A removed hot-swap drive must be replaced within two minutes after removal.
• A removed hot-swap power supply must be replaced within two minutes after removal.
• Every air baffle that comes with the server must be installed when the server starts (some servers might
come with more than one air baffle). Operating the server with a missing air baffle might damage the
processor.
• All processor sockets must contain either a socket cover or a processor with heat sink.
• When more than one processor is installed, fan population rules for each server must be strictly followed.
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Working inside the server with the power on
You might need to keep the power on with the server cover removed to look at system information on the
display panel or to replace hot-swap components. Review these guidelines before doing so.
Attention: The server might stop and loss of data might occur when internal server components are
exposed to static electricity. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist
strap or other grounding systems when working inside the server with the power on.
• Avoid loose-fitting clothing, particularly around your forearms. Button or roll up long sleeves before
working inside the server.
• Prevent your necktie, scarf, badge rope, or long hair from dangling into the server.
• Remove jewelry, such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, cuff links, and wrist watches.
• Remove items from your shirt pocket, such as pens and pencils, in case they fall into the server as you
lean over it.
• Avoid dropping any metallic objects, such as paper clips, hairpins, and screws, into the server.
Handling static-sensitive devices
Review these guidelines before you handle static-sensitive devices to reduce the possibility of damage from
electrostatic discharge.
Attention: Prevent exposure to static electricity, which might lead to system halt and loss of data, by
keeping static-sensitive components in their static-protective packages until installation, and handling these
devices with an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system.
• Limit your movement to prevent building up static electricity around you.
• Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather, for heating would reduce indoor
humidity and increase static electricity.
• Always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system, particularly when working
inside the server with the power on.
• While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted metal surface on the
outside of the server for at least two seconds. This drains static electricity from the package and from your
body.
• Remove the device from the package and install it directly into the server without putting it down. If it is
necessary to put the device down, put it back into the static-protective package. Never place the device
on the server or on any metal surface.
• When handling a device, carefully hold it by the edges or the frame.
• Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry.
• Keep the device from others’ reach to prevent possible damages.
Top cover replacement
Use this information to remove and install the top cover.
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Hazardous energy present. Voltages with hazardous energy might cause heating when shorted with
metal, which might result in spattered metal, burns, or both.
S014
CAUTION:
Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels might be present. Only a qualified service technician is
authorized to remove the covers where the following label is attached.
Remove the top cover
Use this information to remove the top cover.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Note: You can remove or install a hot-swap fan without powering off the server, which helps you avoid
significant interruption to the operation of the system.
To remove the top cover, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
Step 1. Use a screwdriver to turn the cover lock to the unlocked position as shown.
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Step 2. Press the release button on the cover latch and then fully open the cover latch.
Step 3. Slide the top cover to the rear of the server until it is disengaged from the chassis. Then, lift the top
cover off the chassis and place it on a flat clean surface.
Attention:
• Handle the top cover carefully. Dropping the top cover with the cover latch open might damage
the cover latch.
• For proper cooling and airflow, install the top cover before you power on the server.
Install the top cover
Use this information to install the top cover.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before installing the top cover:
1. Ensure that all cables, adapters, and other components are installed and seated correctly and that you
have not left loose tools or parts inside the server.
2. Ensure that all internal cables are correctly routed. See “Internal cable routing” on page 29.
3. If you are installing a new top cover, attach the service label to the new top cover first if necessary.
Note: A new top cover comes without a service label attached. If you need a service label, order it
together with the new top cover. The service label is free of charge.
To install the top cover, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
Note: Before you slide the top cover forward, ensure that all the tabs on the top cover engage the chassis
correctly. If the tabs do not engage the chassis correctly, it will be very difficult to remove the top cover later.
Step 1. Ensure that the cover latch is in the open position. Lower the top cover onto the chassis until both
sides of the top cover engage with the guides on both sides of the chassis.
Step 2. Pivot the cover latch and slide the top cover to the front of the chassis at the same time until the top
cover snaps into position. Ensure that the cover latch is completely closed.
Step 3. Use a screwdriver to turn the cover lock to the locked position.
After installing the top cover, complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on
page 151.
Air baffle replacement
Use this information to remove and install the air baffle.
S033
CAUTION:
Hazardous energy present. Voltages with hazardous energy might cause heating when shorted with
metal, which might result in spattered metal, burns, or both.
S017
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CAUTION:
Hazardous moving fan blades nearby.
Note: Air baffle is not available for some server models.
Remove the air baffle
Use this information to remove the air baffle.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
Note: Depending on the model, your server might not have an air baffle installed.
Before removing the air baffle:
1. Remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 50.
2. If there is a RAID super capacitor module installed on the bottom of the air baffle, disconnect the RAID
super capacitor module cable first.
To remove the air baffle, complete the following step:
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
Step 1. Grasp the air baffle and carefully lift it out of the server.
Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, install the air baffle before you power on the server.
Operating the server with the air baffle removed might damage server components.
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Install the air baffle
Use this information to install the air baffle.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
Note: For server models installed with large size heat sink, the air baffle is not supported. See “Important
information for system board, processor, and heat sink” on page 8.
Before installing the air baffle, if you want to install a RAID super capacitor module on the bottom of the air
baffle, install it first. See “Install a RAID super capacitor module on the bottom of the air baffle” on page 116.
To install the air baffle, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
Step 1. Align the tabs on both sides of the air baffle with the corresponding slots on both sides of the
chassis.
Step 2. Lower the air baffle into the chassis and press the air baffle down until it is securely seated.
After installing the air baffle:
1. If there is a RAID super capacitor module installed on the bottom of the air baffle, connect it to the RAID
adapter with the extension cable that comes with the RAID super capacitor module.
2. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 151.
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Rack latches replacement
Use this information to remove and install the rack latches.
Remove the rack latches
Use this information to remove the rack latches.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
Before removing the rack latches:
1. If the server is installed with the security bezel, remove it first. See “Remove the security bezel” on page
59.
2. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to remove the ID label plate on the right rack latch and place it in a safe
place.
Figure 41. ID label plate removal
To remove the rack latches, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
• Youtube:
• Youku: http://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_50462008
Step 1. On each side of the server, remove the two screws that secure the rack latch.
Step 2. On each side of the server, remove the rack latch from the chassis as shown.
Figure 43. Rack latch removal
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If you are instructed to return the old rack latches, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging
materials that are provided.
Install the rack latches
Use this information to install the rack latches.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
To install the rack latches, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
• Youtube:
• Youku: http://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_50462008
Step 1. On each side of the server, align the rack latch with the pin on the chassis. Then, press the rack
Step 2. Press the blue release latch 1 and pivot the security bezel outward to remove it from the chassis.
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Figure 48. Security bezel removal
Attention: Before you ship the rack with the server installed, reinstall and lock the security bezel
into place.
Install the security bezel
Use this information to install the security bezel.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
Before installing the security bezel, if you have removed the rack latches, reinstall them. See “Install the rack
latches” on page 57.
To install the security bezel, complete the following steps:
Attention: Before you ship the rack with the server installed, reinstall and lock the security bezel into place.
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
• Youtube:
• Youku: http://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_50462008
Step 1. If the key is held inside the security bezel, remove it out of the security bezel.
Step 2. Insert the tab on the security bezel into the slot on the right side of the chassis. Then, press and
hold the blue release latch
Figure 50. Security bezel installation
1 and pivot the security bezel inward until it clicks into place.
Step 3. Use the key to lock the security bezel.
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Figure 51. Security bezel lockup
System fan replacement
Use this information to remove and install a system fan.
Remove a system fan
Use this information to remove a system fan. You can remove a hot-swap fan without powering off the
server, which helps you avoid significant interruption to the operation of the system.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
Ground package before opening”
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
on page 49
S033
CAUTION:
Hazardous energy present. Voltages with hazardous energy might cause heating when shorted with
metal, which might result in spattered metal, burns, or both.
S017
CAUTION:
Hazardous moving fan blades nearby.
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Before removing a system fan, remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 50.
To remove a system fan, complete the following step:
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
Step 1. Grasp the fan tabs on both ends of the system fan and carefully lift the system fan out of the server.
After removing the system fan:
• Install a new system fan. See “Install a system fan” on page 63.
• If you are instructed to return the old system fan, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging
materials that are provided.
Install a system fan
Use this information to install a system fan. You can install a hot-swap fan without powering off the server,
which helps you avoid significant interruption to the operation of the system.
S033
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
Ground package before opening”
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
on page 49
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CAUTION:
Hazardous energy present. Voltages with hazardous energy might cause heating when shorted with
metal, which might result in spattered metal, burns, or both.
S017
CAUTION:
Hazardous moving fan blades nearby.
Before installing a system fan, touch the static-protective package that contains the new system fan to any
unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new system fan out of the package and place
it on a static-protective surface.
To install a system fan, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
Step 1. Align the two holes in the system fan with the two pins on the chassis.
Step 2. Press the system fan down until it is seated correctly in the slot. Ensure that the fan connector is
installed correctly to the connector on the system board.
After installing the system fan, complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on
page 151.
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DIMM replacement
Use this information to remove and install a DIMM.
Remove a DIMM
Use this information to remove a DIMM.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Attention:
• Disconnect all power cords for this task.
• DIMMs are sensitive to static discharge and require special handling. In addition to the standard
guidelines for Handling static-sensitive devices:
– Always wear an electrostatic-discharge strap when removing or installing DIMMs. Electrostatic-
discharge gloves can also be used.
– Never hold two or more DIMMs together so that they touch. Do not stack DIMMs directly on top of
each other during storage.
– Never touch the gold DIMM connector contacts or allow these contacts to touch the outside of the
DIMM connector housing.
– Handle DIMMs with care: never bend, twist, or drop a DIMM.
Before removing a DIMM:
1. Remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 50.
2. If your server comes with an air baffle, remove it first. See “Remove the air baffle” on page 53.
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
Step 1. Open the retaining clips on each end of the DIMM slot.
Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM slots, handle the clips
gently.
Step 2. Grasp the DIMM at both ends and carefully lift it up to remove it from the slot.
After removing a DIMM:
1. Install a DIMM filler or a new DIMM to cover the slot. See “Install a DIMM” on page 71.
2. If you are instructed to return the old DIMM, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging
materials that are provided.
DIMM installation rules
DIMMs must be installed in a specific order based on the memory configuration that you implement on your
server.
Your server has 24 DIMM slots and it has the following features:
• Each slot supports 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB DDR4 RDIMMs with Error Checking and Correcting (ECC)
technology.
• Each slot supports 64 GB DDR4 LRDIMMs with ECC technology.
• Each slot supports 128 GB DDR4 3DS RDIMMs with ECC technology.
• Your server supports up to 12 DIMMs when one processor is installed, and up to 24 DIMMs when two
processors are installed.
• The minimum system memory is 8 GB (only one processor installed and only one 8 GB RDIMM installed in
the CPU1 DIMM5 slot).
• The maximum system memory is as follows:
– 768 GB using RDIMMs (two processors installed and one 32 GB RDIMM installed in each of the 24
DIMM slots)
– 1.5 TB using LRDIMMs (two processors installed and one 64 GB LRDIMM installed in each of the 24
DIMM slots)
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– 3 TB using 3DS RDIMMs (two processors installed and one 128 GB 3DS RDIMM installed in each of the
24 DIMM slots)
For a list of supported DIMM options, see:
http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/
Before installing a DIMM, ensure that all DIMMs to be installed must be the same type. Your server supports
the following types of DIMMs:
• DDR4 RDIMM with ECC technology
• DDR4 LRDIMM with ECC technology
• DDR4 3DS RDIMM with ECC technology
Note: It is recommended to install DIMMs with the same rank in each channel.
The following illustration helps you to locate the DIMM slots on the system board.
Figure 55. DIMM slots on the system board
Your server supports the following memory modes:
• “Independent mode” on page 67
• “Mirroring mode” on page 69
• “Rank sparing mode” on page 70
Independent mode
Independent mode provides high performance memory capability. You can populate all channels with no
matching requirements. Individual channels can run at different DIMM timings, but all channels must run at
the same interface frequency.
Notes:
• All DIMMs to be installed must be the same type.
• When you install DIMMs with same rank and different capacity, install the DIMM that has the highest
capacity first.
The following table shows the DIMM population sequence for independent mode when only one processor
(CPU1) is installed.
Notes:
• If there are three identical DIMMs to be installed for CPU1, and the three DIMMs have the same Lenovo
part number, move the DIMM to be installed in slot 8 to slot 1.
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• If there are ten identical DIMMs to be installed for CPU1, and the ten DIMMs have the same Lenovo part
number, move the DIMM to be installed in slot 6 to slot 12.
The following table shows the DIMM population sequence for independent mode when two processors
(CPU1 and CPU2) are installed.
Notes:
• If there are three identical DIMMs to be installed for CPU1, and the three DIMMs have the same Lenovo
part number, move the DIMM to be installed in slot 8 to slot 1.
• If there are three identical DIMMs to be installed for CPU2, and the three DIMMs have the same Lenovo
part number, move the DIMM to be installed in slot 20 to slot 13.
• If there are ten identical DIMMs to be installed for CPU1, and the ten DIMMs have the same Lenovo part
number, move the DIMM to be installed in slot 6 to slot 12.
• If there are ten identical DIMMs to be installed for CPU2, and the ten DIMMs have the same Lenovo part
number, move the DIMM to be installed in slot 18 to slot 24.
In mirroring mode, each DIMM in a pair must be identical in size and architecture. The channels are grouped
in pairs with each channel receiving the same data. One channel is used as a backup of the other, which
provides redundancy.
Note: All DIMMs to be installed must be the same type with the same capacity, frequency, voltage, and
ranks.
The following table shows the DIMM population sequence for mirroring mode when only one processor
(CPU1) is installed.
In rank sparing mode, one rank of a DIMM works as the spare rank for the other ranks on the same channel.
The spare rank is not available as system memory.
Notes:
• All DIMMs to be installed must be the same type with the same capacity, frequency, voltage, and ranks.
• If the rank of installed DIMMs is one rank, follow the installation rules listed in the following tables. If the
rank of installed DIMMs is more than one rank, follow the installation rules of independent mode.
The following table shows the DIMM population sequence for rank sparing mode when only one processor
(CPU1) is installed.
Table 14. Rank sparing mode with one processor
TotalProcessor 1Total
DIMMs
2652
487654
68765436
81098765438
101098765432110
1212111098765432112
1211
1098
7
65
4
3
21
DIMMs
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The following table shows the DIMM population sequence for rank sparing mode when two processors
(CPU1 and CPU2) are installed.
• DIMMs are sensitive to static discharge and require special handling. In addition to the standard
guidelines for Handling static-sensitive devices:
– Always wear an electrostatic-discharge strap when removing or installing DIMMs. Electrostatic-
discharge gloves can also be used.
– Never hold two or more DIMMs together so that they touch. Do not stack DIMMs directly on top of
each other during storage.
– Never touch the gold DIMM connector contacts or allow these contacts to touch the outside of the
DIMM connector housing.
– Handle DIMMs with care: never bend, twist, or drop a DIMM.
Before installing a DIMM:
1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new DIMM to any unpainted surface on the
outside of the server. Then, take the new DIMM out of the package and place it on a static-protective
surface.
2. Locate the required DIMM slot on the system board. See “DIMM installation rules” on page 66. Ensure
that you observe the installation rules and sequence.
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To install a DIMM, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
Step 1. Open the retaining clips on each end of the DIMM slot.
Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM slots, open and close the
clips gently.
Step 2. Align the DIMM with the slot, and firmly press both ends of the DIMM straight down into the slot
until the retaining clips snap into the locked position.
Note: If there is a gap between the DIMM and the retaining clips, the DIMM has not been correctly
inserted; open the retaining clips, remove the DIMM, and then reinsert it.
After installing a DIMM, complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page
151.
Hot-swap drive replacement
Use this information to remove and install a hot-swap drive. You can remove or install a hot-swap drive
without turning off the server, which helps you avoid significant interruption to the operation of the system.
Notes:
• The term “hot-swap drive” refers to all the supported types of hot-swap hard disk drives, hot-swap solidstate drives, and hot-swap NVMe drives.
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• Use any documentation that comes with the drive and follow those instructions in addition to the
instructions in this topic. Ensure that you have all the cables and other equipment that are specified in the
documentation that comes with the drive.
• The electromagnetic interference (EMI) integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all drive
bays covered or occupied. The vacant bays are either covered by an EMI-protective panel or occupied by
drive fillers. When installing a drive, save the removed drive filler in case that you later remove the drive
and need the drive filler to cover the place.
• To avoid damage to the drive connectors, ensure that the top cover is in place and fully closed whenever
you install or remove a drive.
Remove a hot-swap drive
Use this information to remove a hot-swap drive.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
Ground package before opening”
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
on page 49
Before removing a hot-swap drive:
1. Ensure that you have back up data on your drive, especially if it is part of a RAID array.
• Before you make changes to drives, RAID adapters, drive backplanes, or drive cables, back up all
important data that is stored on the drives.
• Before you remove any component of a RAID array, back up all RAID configuration information.
2. If one or more NVMe drives are to be removed, it is recommended to disable them first in Safely Remove
Hardware and Eject Media (Windows) or filesystem (Linux). See the indications above the drive bays to
determine the type of the drive to remove. If the drive bay numbers come with the term “NVMe”, it
indicates the installed drives are NVMe drives.
3. If the security bezel is installed, remove it first. See “Remove the security bezel” on page 59.
Attention: To ensure that there is adequate system cooling, do not operate the server for more than two
minutes without either a drive or a drive filler installed in each bay.
To remove a hot-swap drive, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
• Youku: http://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_50462008
Step 1. Slide the release latch to the left to open the drive tray handle.
Figure 57. Opening the drive tray handle
Step 2. Grasp the handle and slide the drive out of the drive bay.
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Figure 58. Hot-swap drive removal
After removing a hot-swap drive:
1. Install the drive filler or a new drive to cover the drive bay. See “Install a hot-swap drive” on page 74.
2. If you are instructed to return the old hot-swap drive, follow all packaging instructions and use any
packaging materials that are provided.
Install a hot-swap drive
Use this information to install a hot-swap drive.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
Ground package before opening”
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
on page 49
The following notes describe the type of drives that your server supports and other information that you must
consider when you install a drive.
• Depending on your server models, your server supports the following types of drives:
– SAS/SATA HDD
– SAS/SATA SSD
– NVMe SSD
For a list of supported drives, see:
http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/
• The drive bays are numbered to indicate the installation order (starting from number “0”). Follow the
installation order when you install a drive. See “Front view” on page 15.
• You can mix drives of different types and different capacities in one system, but not in one RAID array.
The following order is recommended when installing the drives:
– Drive type priority: NVMe SSD, SAS SSD, SATA SSD, SAS HDD, SATA HDD
– Drive capacity priority: the lowest capacity first
• For server models with ten 2.5-inch drive bays in the front, NVMe drives are supported in drive bays 6–9.
• The drives in a single RAID array must be the same type, same size, and same capacity.
Before installing a hot-swap drive:
1. Remove the drive filler from the drive bay. Keep the drive filler in a safe place.
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Figure 59. Drive filler removal
2. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new drive to any unpainted surface on the outside
of the server. Then, take the new drive out of the package and place it on a static-protective surface.
To install a hot-swap drive, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
Step 1. Ensure that the drive tray handle is in the open position. Slide the drive into the drive bay until it
snaps into position.
Step 2. Close the drive tray handle to lock the drive in place.
Step 3. Check the drive status LED to verify that the drive is operating correctly.
• If the yellow drive status LED is lit continuously, that drive is faulty and must be replaced.
• If the green drive activity LED is flashing, the drive is being accessed.
Step 4. Continue to install additional hot-swap drives if necessary.
After installing all hot-swap drives:
1. Reinstall the security bezel. See “Install the security bezel” on page 60.
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2. Use the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager to configure the RAID if necessary. For more information,
see:
Step 1. Loosen the thumbscrew that secures the LOM adapter.
Step 2. Push the LOM adapter out of the connector on the system board.
Step 3. Slide the LOM adapter as shown and lift the LOM adapter out of the chassis.
If you are instructed to return the old LOM adapter, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging
materials that are provided.
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Install the LOM adapter
Use this information to install the LOM adapter.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before installing the LOM adapter:
1. If riser 1 assembly is installed, remove it to access the LOM adapter slot.
2. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new LOM adapter to any unpainted surface on the
outside of the server. Then, take the new LOM adapter out of the package and place it on a staticprotective surface.
To install the LOM adapter, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
Step 1. Insert the LOM adapter into the rear of the chassis at an angle as shown.
Step 2. Lower the LOM adapter and slide it to the rear of the chassis until the LOM adapter stops.
Step 3. Push the LOM adapter as shown to insert it into the connector on the system board.
Step 4. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the LOM adapter.
After installing the LOM adapter, complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on
page 151.
Riser card replacement
Use this information to remove and install a riser card.
Your server comes with one of the following riser assembly configurations:
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Figure 63. Configuration 1
Note: Riser 2 assembly might not be available on some models.
Figure 64. Configuration 2
Figure 65. Configuration 3
Note: Riser 2 assembly might not be available on some models.
There are three types of riser assembly. The removing and installation procedure of the riser card is similar
for all types of riser assembly. The following procedures are based on the riser assembly in configuration 2.
Remove a riser card
Use this information to remove a riser card.
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“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before removing a riser card, remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 50.
To remove a riser card, complete the following steps:
Note: The riser assembly you want to remove might be different from the following illustrations, but the
removal method is the same.
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
• Youku: http://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_50462008
Step 1. Grasp the riser assembly by its edges and carefully lift it out of the chassis.
Figure 66. Riser assembly removal
Step 2. If there is any PCIe adapter installed on the riser card, record the cable connections first. Then,
disconnect all cables from the PCIe adapter and completely remove the riser assembly out of the
chassis.
Step 3. Remove the PCIe adapters that are installed on the riser card. See “Remove a PCIe adapter” on
page 82.
Step 4. Remove the two screws that secure the riser card to the bracket. Then, remove the riser card.
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Figure 67. Riser card removal
If you are instructed to return the old riser card, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging
materials that are provided.
Install a riser card
Use this information to install a riser card.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before installing a riser card, touch the static-protective package that contains the new riser card to any
unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new riser card out of the package and place it
on a static-protective surface.
To install a riser card, complete the following steps:
Note: The riser assembly you want to install might be different from the illustrations below, but the
installation method is the same.
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
• Youku: http://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_50462008
Step 1. Note the notch 1 on the riser card and ensure that the orientation of the riser card is correct as
shown. Then, align the screw holes in the new riser card with the corresponding ones in the bracket
and install the two screws to secure the riser card to the bracket.
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Figure 68. Riser card installation
Step 2. Reinstall the PCIe adapters on the new riser card. See “Install a PCIe adapter” on page 83.
Step 3. Refer to your note to reconnect any cables to the PCIe adapters on the new riser card.
Step 4. Position the riser assembly on the chassis. Align the two pins on the bracket with the two holes in
the chassis and align the riser card with the riser slot on the system board. Then, carefully press the
riser assembly straight down into the slot until it is fully seated.
Figure 69. Riser assembly installation
After installing the riser card, complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on
page 151.
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PCIe adapter replacement
Use this information to remove and install a PCIe adapter.
The PCIe adapter can be an Ethernet adapter, a host bus adapter (HBA), a PCIe RAID adapter, a PCIe
interposer adapter, a PCIe solid-state drive, a PCIe GPU, and any other supported PCIe adapters.
Notes:
• Depending on the specific type, the PCIe adapter might look different from the illustrations in this topic.
• Use any documentation that comes with the PCIe adapter and follow those instructions in addition to the
instructions in this topic.
Remove a PCIe adapter
Use this information to remove a PCIe adapter.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
Before removing a PCIe adapter:
1. Remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 50.
2. Remove the riser assembly. See “Remove a riser card” on page 78.
To remove a PCIe adapter, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
Step 1. (Skip this step for riser 2 assembly.) Pivot the latch on the riser bracket to the open position.
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Step 2. Grasp the PCIe adapter by its edges and carefully pull it out of the PCIe adapter slot on the riser
card.
If you are instructed to return the old PCIe adapter, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging
materials that are provided.
Install a PCIe adapter
Use this information to install a PCIe adapter.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before installing a PCIe adapter:
1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new PCIe adapter to any unpainted surface on the
outside of the server. Then, take the new PCIe adapter out of the package and place it on a staticprotective surface.
2. Locate the correct PCIe slot for the PCIe adapter. For information about the PCIe slots and supported
PCIe adapters, see “Rear view” on page 18.
To install a PCIe adapter, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
Step 1. Align the PCIe adapter with the PCIe slot on the riser card. Then, carefully press the PCIe adapter
straight into the slot until it is securely seated and its bracket also is secured.
Step 2. (Skip this step for riser 2 assembly.) Pivot the latch on the riser bracket to the closed position.
After installing the PCIe adapter:
1. Reinstall the riser assembly. See “Install a riser card” on page 80.
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2. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 151.
Install a GPU with the GPU upgrade kit
Use this information to install a GPU and the GPU upgrade kit.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Notes:
• For server models with a RAID adapter installed on the RAID adapter slot on the system board, if you want
to install a GPU, you need to use the GPU upgrade kit. The GPU upgrade kit contains the following items:
– Low-profile bracket for RAID 930-8i or 930-16i adapter (part number on the bracket label:
SB47A19064)
– Low-profile bracket for RAID 730-8i adapter (part number on the bracket label: SB47A19108)
– Low-profile bracket for RAID 530-8i, 430-8i, or 430-16i adapter (part number on the bracket label:
SB47A19050)
– Two screws
– ThinkSystem 8x2.5" HDD backplane signal cable
– ThinkSystem 10x2.5" HDD backplane signal cable
• GPU can be installed in the full-height half length PCIe slot 2 only.
Before installing a GPU with the GPU upgrade kit, touch the static-protective package that contains the new
GPU to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new GPU out of the package and
place it on a static-protective surface.
To install a GPU and the GPU upgrade kit, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
• Youku: http://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_50462008
Step 1. Remove the RAID adapter from the RAID adapter slot on the system board. See “Remove the RAID
adapter” on page 104.
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Step 2. Select the corresponding low-profile bracket for the RAID adapter and install the bracket to the
RAID adapter with the two screws provided in the GPU upgrade kit.
Figure 76. Installing the low-profile bracket to the RAID adapter
Step 3. Install the RAID adapter in PCIe slot 1 and install the GPU in the full-height half-length PCIe slot 2.
See “Install a PCIe adapter” on page 83.
Step 4. Connect the RAID adapter to the backplane by doing one of the following:
• For server models with four 3.5-inch drive bays, connect the SAS signal cable on your server to
the RAID adapter.
• For server models with eight 2.5-inch drive bays, remove the old SAS signal cable from the
backplane and use the 8x2.5" cable in the GPU upgrade kit to connect the RAID adapter to the
backplane.
• For server models with ten 2.5-inch drive bays, remove the old SAS signal cable from the
backplane and use the 10x2.5" cable in the GPU upgrade kit to connect the RAID adapter to the
backplane.
For information about how to connect the cables for server models with GPU, see “Internal cable
routing” on page 29.
After installing the GPU:
1. Reinstall the riser assembly. See “Install a riser card” on page 80.
2. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 151.
Backplane replacement
Use this information to remove and install the backplane.
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Remove the backplane for four 3.5-inch hot-swap drives
Use this information to remove the backplane for four 3.5-inch hot-swap drives.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before removing the backplane:
1. Remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 50.
2. Remove all the installed drives and drive fillers from the drive bays. See “Remove a hot-swap drive” on
page 73 and “Install a hot-swap drive” on page 74.
3. Disconnect the cables from the backplane.
To remove the backplane, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
Figure 77. Removal of backplane for four 3.5-inch hot-swap drives
Step 1. Open the release latches that secure the backplane.
Step 2. Pivot the backplane backward slightly to release it from the three pins
1 on the chassis.
Step 3. Carefully remove the backplane out of the chassis from under the front I/O assembly cables.
If you are instructed to return the old backplane, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging
materials that are provided.
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Install the backplane for four 3.5-inch hot-swap drives
Use this information to install the backplane for four 3.5-inch hot-swap drives.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before installing the backplane, touch the static-protective package that contains the new backplane to any
unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new backplane out of the package and place it
on a static-protective surface.
To install the backplane, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
Figure 78. Installation of backplane for four 3.5-inch hot-swap drives
Step 1. Put the backplane under the front I/O assembly cables, align it with the chassis, and lower it into
the chassis. Put the backplane into place with it leaning backward slightly so that the three pins
on the chassis pass through the three holes 2 in the backplane.
Step 2. Close the release latches to secure the backplane in place.
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After installing the backplane:
1. Connect the cables to the backplane. See “Server models with four 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives” on page
30.
2. Reinstall all the drives and drive fillers into the drive bays. See “Install a hot-swap drive” on page 74.
3. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 151.
Remove the backplane for eight 2.5-inch hot-swap drives
Use this information to remove the backplane for eight 2.5-inch hot-swap drives.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before removing the backplane:
1. Remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 50.
2. Remove all the installed drives and drive fillers from the drive bays. See “Remove a hot-swap drive” on
page 73 and “Install a hot-swap drive” on page 74.
3. Disconnect the cables from the backplane.
To remove the backplane, complete the following step:
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
Figure 79. Removal of backplane for eight 2.5-inch hot-swap drives
Step 1. Grasp the backplane and carefully lift it out of the chassis.
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If you are instructed to return the old backplane, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging
materials that are provided.
Install the backplane for eight 2.5-inch hot-swap drives
Use this information to install the backplane for eight 2.5-inch hot-swap drives.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before installing the backplane, touch the static-protective package that contains the new backplane to any
unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new backplane out of the package and place it
on a static-protective surface.
To install the backplane, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
Figure 80. Installation of backplane for eight 2.5-inch hot-swap drives
Step 1. Align the two pins 1 on the backplane with the corresponding holes 2 in the chassis.
Step 2. Lower the backplane into the chassis. Ensure that the pins pass through the holes and the
backplane is fully seated in place.
After installing the backplane:
1. Connect the cables to the backplane. See “Server models with eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives” on
page 34.
2. Reinstall all the drives and drive fillers into the drive bays. See “Install a hot-swap drive” on page 74.
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3. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 151.
Remove the backplane for ten 2.5-inch hot-swap drives
Use this information to remove the backplane for ten 2.5-inch hot-swap drives.
“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before removing the backplane:
1. Remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 50.
2. Remove all the installed drives and drive fillers from the drive bays. See “Remove a hot-swap drive” on
page 73 and “Install a hot-swap drive” on page 74.
3. Disconnect the cables from the backplane.
To remove the backplane, complete the following step:
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
Figure 81. Removal of backplane for ten 2.5-inch hot-swap drives
Step 1. Grasp the backplane and carefully lift it out of the chassis.
If you are instructed to return the old backplane, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging
materials that are provided.
Install the backplane for ten 2.5-inch hot-swap drives
Use this information to install the backplane for ten 2.5-inch hot-swap drives.
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“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before installing the backplane, touch the static-protective package that contains the new backplane to any
unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new backplane out of the package and place it
on a static-protective surface.
To install the backplane, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
Figure 82. Installation of backplane for ten 2.5-inch hot-swap drives
Step 1. Align the two pins on the backplane with the corresponding holes in the chassis as shown.
Step 2. Lower the backplane into the chassis. Ensure that the pins pass through the holes and the
backplane is fully seated in place.
After installing the backplane:
1. Connect the cables to the backplane. See “Server models with ten 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives” on
page 37.
2. Reinstall all the drives and drive fillers into the drive bays. See “Install a hot-swap drive” on page 74.
3. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 151.
Remove the rear backplane
Use this information to remove the rear backplane.
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“Read the
installation
Guidelines” on
page 47
“Power off
the server
for this task”
on page 14
“ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening”
on page 49
Before removing the rear backplane:
1. Remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 50.
2. Remove the drives or drive fillers installed in the rear hot-swap drive assembly. See “Remove a hotswap drive” on page 73 and “Install a hot-swap drive” on page 74.
To remove the rear backplane, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the removal process is available:
• Youku: http://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_50462008
Step 1. Gently press and hold the tab on the rear hot-swap drive assembly as shown and remove the air
baffle from the rear hot-swap drive assembly.
Figure 83. Air baffle removal
Step 2. Disconnect the cables from the rear backplane.
Step 3. Carefully lift the rear backplane out of the rear hot-swap drive cage.
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