Chapter 5. System configuration . . . 159 10 x 2.5-inch front drive bays (6 SAS/SATA + Set the network connection for the Lenovo XClarity 2 AnyBay + 2 NVMe) ...
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Identifying your server 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.
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.
Your server implements the following features and technologies: • Active Energy Manager Lenovo XClarity Energy Manager is a power and temperature management solution for data centers. Using Lenovo XClarity Energy Manager, you can monitor and manage the power consumption and temperature to improve energy efficiency.
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The server provides a QR code on the system service label, which is on the cover of the server, that you can scan using a QR code reader and scanner with a mobile device to get quick access to the Lenovo Service Information website.
The standard RAID adapter provides RAID levels 0 and 1. An optional RAID adapter is available for purchase. • UEFI-compliant server firmware Lenovo ThinkSystem firmware is Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) 2.5 compliant. UEFI replaces BIOS and defines a standard interface between the operating system, platform firmware, and external devices.
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Note: The operating speed and total memory capacity depend on the processor model and UEFI settings. For a list of supported memory, see the Lenovo ServerProven Web site: https://static.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/index.shtml For technical rules for memory modules, see “Technical rules for DIMMs” on page...
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Table 1. Server specifications (continued) Specification Description Graphics processing unit Your server supports the following GPUs: (GPU) • Low-profile, half-length, single-wide: NVIDIA® Quadro® P620, NVIDIA® Tesla® T4 • Full-height, half-length, single-wide: NVIDIA® Quadro® P2200 For technical rules for GPU, see “Technical rules for GPU adapters” on page 103. Input/Output (I/O) features •...
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• One memory module in slot 14 • One power supply • One HDD/SSD drive, one M.2 drive, or one 7mm drive (if OS is needed for debugging) • Six system fans (with one processor) ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Table 1. Server specifications (continued) Specification Description Acoustical noise emissions • Sound power levels, idle – 6.0 bels, typical – 6.9 bels, maximum • Sound power levels, operating – 6.5 bels, typical – 6.9 bels, maximum Notes: • These sound power levels are measured in controlled acoustical environments according to procedures specified by ISO 7779 and are reported in accordance with ISO 9296.
4. Firmware updates are limited to Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager V3, BMC firmware, and UEFI updates only. Firmware updates for optional devices, such as adapters, are not supported. 5. The server UEFI settings for option ROM must be set to UEFI to update firmware using Lenovo XClarity Essentials Bootable Media Creator.
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Inventory data is collected for managed endpoints for an at-a-glance view of the managed hardware inventory and status. • Service and support. Lenovo XClarity Administrator can be set up to collect and send diagnostic files automatically to your preferred service provider when certain serviceable events occur in Lenovo XClarity Administrator and the managed endpoints.
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Windows, Linux, or VMware ESXi operating systems and associated device drivers. Note: When you start a server and press F1, the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager V3 interface is displayed by default. However, the text-based interface to system configuration (the Setup Utility) is also available.
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• Cloning. Use this function to clone settings in one server to other similarly configured Lenovo servers. – Export: Export UEFI, RAID, and BMC settings for the current server to files respectively and save the files to a USB storage drive or a shared network folder.
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• Chassis-level and node-level customizable configuration for Flex System and High-Density servers. • Visual memory configuration guidance for best memory performance. Note: It’s highly recommended that you check the power summary data for your server using Lenovo Capacity Planner before purchasing any new parts.
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XClarity Controller USB connector VGA connector (optional) Rack latch (right) Pull-out information tab Drive bay filler (1) Drive bays (4) Rack latch (left) Note: For more information about each component, see “Front components overview” on page 25. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Server model with eight 2.5-inch drive bays Table 4. Components on the front of the server Callout Callout Drive status LED Drive activity LED Drive bay filler (1) Diagnostics panel External diagnostics connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector XClarity Controller USB connector VGA connector (optional) Rack latch (right) Pull-out information tab...
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External diagnostics connector XClarity Controller USB connector VGA connector (optional) Rack latch (right) Pull-out information tab Drive bays (10) Rack latch (left) Note: For more information about each component, see “Front components overview” on page 25. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Server model with four 3.5-inch drive bays Table 6. Components on the front of the server Callout Callout Rack latch (right) VGA connector (optional) External diagnostics connector XClarity Controller USB connector and USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector Diagnostics panel Rack latch (left) Pull-out information tab Drive bays (4) Drive status LED...
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XClarity Controller USB connector VGA connector (optional) Rack latch (right) Pull-out information tab Drive bay filler (1) Drive bay fillers (4) Rack latch (left) Note: For more information about each component, see “Front components overview” on page 25. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Server model with eight 2.5-inch drive bays (backplane–less) Table 8. Components on the front of the server Callout Callout Diagnostics panel Drive bay filler (1) USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector External diagnostics connector XClarity Controller USB connector VGA connector (optional) Pull-out information tab Rack latch (right) Drive bay filler (8)
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External diagnostics connector (Reserved) XClarity Controller USB connector VGA connector (optional) Rack latch (right) Pull-out information tab Drive bay fillers (2+2) Rack latch (left) Note: For more information about each component, see “Front components overview” on page 25. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Server model with four 3.5-inch drive bays (backplane-less) Table 10. Components on the front of the server Callout Callout Rack latch (right) VGA connector (optional) External diagnostics connector XClarity Controller USB connector and USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector Diagnostics panel Rack latch (left) Pull-out information tab Drive bay fillers (4)
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External diagnostics connector XClarity Controller USB connector VGA connector (optional) Rack latch (right) Pull-out information tab Drive bays (8) Rack latch (left) Note: For more information about each component, see “Front components overview” on page 25. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Front components overview Diagnostics panel The diagnostics panel is integrated in front I/O assembly on some models. For information about the controls and status LEDs on the diagnostics panel, see “Diagnostics panel” on page 27. Drive LEDs Each hot-swap drive comes with an activity LED and status LED and the signals are controlled by the backplanes.
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Pull-out information tab The Lenovo XClarity Controller network access label is attached on the pull-out information tab. The default Lenovo XClarity Controller hostname and the IPv6 Link Local Address (LLA) are provided on the tab. For more information, see “Set the network connection for the Lenovo XClarity Controller” on page 159.
Diagnostics panel The diagnostics panel provides controls, connectors, and LEDs. Note: Diagnostics panel with an LCD display is available for some models. For details, see “LCD diagnostics panel/handset” on page 29. Figure 5. Diagnostics panel Power button with power status LED You can press the power button to power on the server when you finish setting up the server.
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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.
LCD diagnostics panel/handset The LCD diagnostics panel is a component attached to the front of the server, the external LCD diagnostics handset is an external device that can be connected to the server with a cable. Functions of the integrated component and the external device are the same, both of them can be used to quickly access system information such as active errors, system status, firmware, network information, and health information.
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Note: Pay attention to the following steps when unplugging the external handset: Step 1. Press the plastic clip on the plug in the shown direction. Step 2. Gently pull out the cable from the connector while keeping the clip pressed down. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Display panel overview Both the integrated panel and the external handset consist of an LCD display and 5 navigation buttons. LCD display Scroll buttons (up/down/left/right). Press the scroll buttons to locate and select system information. Select button. Press the select button to select from the menu options. Chapter 2 Server components...
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Options flow diagram The LCD diagnostics panel/handset shows various system information. Navigate through the options with the scroll keys. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Full menu list Following is the list of options available on the LCD diagnostics panel/handset. Switch between an option and the subordinate information entries with the select button, and switch among options or information entries with the scroll buttons. Home Menu (System Status Dashboard) Home Menu Example System name...
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• Static IPv6 IP IPv4 Network Mask • Current IPv6 Gateway :x.x.x.x IPv4 Default Gateway • IPv6 DNS : x.x.x.x Note: Only the MAC address that is currently in use is displayed (extension or shared). ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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System Environmental Information Sub Menu Example Ambient Temp: 24 C Exhaust Temp: 30 C • Ambient temperature PSU1: Vin= 213 w Inlet= 26 C • Exhaust temperature • PSU status FAN1 Front: 21000 RPM • Spinning speed of fans by RPM FAN2 Front: 21000 RPM FAN3 Front:...
• “Server model with two PCIe slots” on page 38 • “Server model with two hot-swap 2.5-inch rear drive bays and one PCIe slot” on page 39 • “Server model with two hot-swap 7mm rear drive bays and two PCIe slots” on page 40 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Server model with three PCIe slots The following illustration shows the rear view of server model with three PCIe slots. Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the illustration below. Table 12. Components on the rear of the server Callout Callout PCIe slot 1 on riser 1 assembly...
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USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors (3) VGA connector XClarity Controller network connector Ethernet connectors on OCP 3.0 Ethernet adapter (optional, two or four connectors may be available) Note: For more information about each component, see “Rear components overview” on page 41. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Server model with two 2.5-inch hot-swap rear drive bays and one PCIe slot The following illustration shows the rear view of the server model with two hot-swap drive bays and one PCIe slot. Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the illustration below. Table 14.
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USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors (3) VGA connector XClarity Controller network connector Ethernet connectors on OCP 3.0 Ethernet adapter (optional, two or four connectors may be available) Note: For more information about each component, see “Rear components overview” on page 41. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Rear components overview Drive LEDs Each hot-swap drive comes with an activity LED and status LED and the signals are controlled by the backplanes. Different colors and speeds indicate different activities or status of the drive. The following illustration shows the LEDs on a Hard disk drive or solid–state drive. Figure 6.
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The hot-swap redundant power supply helps 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.
Rear view LEDs The rear of the server provides system ID LED, system error LED, Ethernet LEDs, and power supply LEDs. Server rear view LEDs The following illustration shows the LEDs on the rear view of server model with two PCIe slots. The LEDs on the rear view of other server models are the same.
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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. Figure 8. System board components NMI Button System Board Release Pin Serial Port Module Connector CMOS Battery (CR2032) Internal USB Connector Riser 1 slot OCP 3.0 Network Card Connector TPM Module Connector Chapter 2...
Use the parts list to identify each of the components that are available for your server. For more information about ordering the parts shown in Figure 9 “Server components” on page 47: https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/products/servers/thinksystem/sr645/7d2x/parts Note: Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the illustration. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Figure 9. Server components Chapter 2 Server components...
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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.
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Table 17. Parts listing (continued) Consumable Description Index Tier 1 CRU Tier 2 CRU Structural parts 2 x 3 2.5-inch drive bay filler √ 2.5-inch drive √ 3.5-inch drive √ 7 mm drive assembly (cage √ +backplanes) 7mm drive √ 7mm drive bay filler √...
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. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Route to intrusion switch cable Route to FIO connector, LCD external connector, M.2 Pwr connector, VGA 2 connector, Front USB 5 6 7 connector, PCIe connectors (1–3, 6, 9, 10), and Raid/HBA connectors ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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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. Chapter 3 Internal cable routing...
Note: The illustration only involves power cable routing, for signal cable routing of CFF RAID/HBA adapters, see “2.5-inch/3.5-inch drive backplane (signal)” on page 62 From Power connector on the CFF RAID/HBA adapter CFF RAID connector on the system board ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
FIO cable routing Use the section to understand the cable routing for FIO. Cable routing for FIO Note: The illustration shows the cabling scenario for server models with four 3.5-inch front drive bays. Location of each connector on the front of the server varies by models. For detailed location of front I/O components for different models, see “Front view”...
Intrusion switch cable routing Use the section to understand the cable routing for the intrusion switch. Figure 11. Intrusion switch cable routing From Intrusion switch cable on the fan cage Intrusion switch connector on the system board ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Super capacitor cable routing Use the section to understand the cable routing for backplanes. RAID super capacitor module location Super capacitor on the chassis Super capacitors in the air baffle Super capacitors in riser 3 assembly Chapter 3 Internal cable routing...
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Figure 12. Power cable routing for super capacitor Note: The super capacitor cable can either be long or short. Refer to Table 25 “Super capacitor installation rules” on page 102 for more information. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
7mm drive backplane cable routing (power & signal) This section provides cable routing information for the 7mm drives. Figure 13. Cable routing for 7mm drives From 7mm signal cable PCIe connector 5 on the system board Power cable 7mm power connector on riser 1 assembly Chapter 3 Internal cable routing...
– Server models with 10 x 2.5-inch front drive bays (8AnyBay+2NVMe) Figure 14. Cable routing for M.2 drives From Power cable M.2 power connector on the system board M.2 signal cable PCIe connector 1 on the system board ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
2.5-inch/3.5-inch drive backplane (power) Use the section to understand the power cable routing for 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch drive backplanes. Power cable routing for 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch drive backplanes From Power connector on the front drive backplane BP power connector on the system board Power connector on the rear drive backplane Power connector on riser card on riser 1 assembly Chapter 3...
4 x 2.5-inch front drive bays (SAS/SATA) The server model is configured with one 4 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA front drive backplane. Below lists all supported configurations with this front drive backplane. Storage controller Configuration option Qty. Type Config. 1 Config. 2 SFF 8i RAID/HBA Depending on your server configurations, refer to one of the following sections for cable routing information.
Depending on your server configurations, refer to one of the following sections for cable routing information. • “Configuration 1, 2, and 3: front drive bays only” on page 65 • “Configuration 4, 5, and 6: front drive bays and rear drive bays” on page 66 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Configuration 1, 2, and 3: (front drive bays only) Storage controller Con- System board Front BP fig. SFF 8i RAID/HBA CFF 16i RAID/HBA SAS 0 PCIe 2 SAS 1 PCIe 4 Gen 4: C 0 SAS 0, SAS 1 Gen 3: C 0, C 1 SAS 0 SAS 1 PCIe 8...
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The following illustration shows the cable routing for the configuration 6, the routing for configuration 4 and 5 ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ is similar. Connections between connectors: , ... Figure 17. Cable routing for configuration 6 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
4 x 3.5-inch front drive bays (SAS/SATA) The server model is configured with one 4 x 3.5-inch SAS/SATA front drive backplane. Below lists all supported configurations with this front drive backplane. Storage controller Rear BP Configuration option Qty. Type Qty. Type Config.
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Note: For models that support Gen 3 and Gen4 adapters at the same slot, the illustration shows only the cable routing information for Gen 4 adapters, the routing and connector information is similar for Gen 3 adapters. Figure 18. Cable routing for configuration 2 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Configuration 3 and 4: (front drive bays and rear drive bays) Front: one 4 x 3.5-inch SAS/SATA backplane Rear: one 2 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA backplane Storage controller Config. System board Front BP Rear BP SFF 8i RAID/HBA PCIe 2 PCIe 5 Gen 4: C 0 Gen 3: C 0, C 1 The following illustration shows the cable routing for the configuration 4, the routing for configuration 3 is...
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Note: For models that support Gen 3 and Gen4 adapters at the same slot, the illustration shows only the cable routing information for Gen 4 adapters, the routing and connector information is similar for Gen 3 adapters. Figure 20. Cable routing for configuration 5 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
4 x 3.5-inch front drive bays (AnyBay) The server model is configured with one 4 x 3.5-inch AnyBay front drive backplane. Below lists all supported configurations with this front drive backplane. Storage controller Rear BP Configuration option Qty. Type Qty. Type Config.
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Note: For models that support Gen 3 and Gen4 adapters at the same slot, the illustration shows only the cable routing information for Gen 4 adapters, the routing and connector information is similar for Gen 3 adapters. Figure 21. Cable routing for configuration 2 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Configuration 3 and 4: (front drive bays and rear drive bays) Front: one 4 x 3.5-inch AnyBay backplane Rear: one 2 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA backplane Storage controller Con- System board Front BP Rear BP fig. SFF 8i RAID/HBA NVMe 0–1 PCIe 3 NVMe 2–3 PCIe 7...
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Note: For models that support Gen 3 and Gen4 adapters at the same slot, the illustration shows only the cable routing information for Gen 4 adapters, the routing and connector information is similar for Gen 3 adapters. Figure 23. Cable routing for configuration 6 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
10 x 2.5-inch front drive bays (AnyBay) The server model is configured with one 10 x 2.5-inch AnyBay front drive backplane. Below lists all supported configurations with this front drive backplane. Storage controller Front BP Rear BP Configu- ration Onboard Qty.
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The following illustration shows the cable routing for the configuration 1, the routing for configuration 2 is ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ similar. Connections between connectors: , ... Figure 24. Cable routing for configuration 1 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
10 x 2.5-inch front drive bays (NVMe) The server model is configured with one 10 x 2.5-inch AnyBay front drive backplane. Below lists all supported configurations with this front drive backplane. Note: The AnyBay backplane is used as a pure NVMe backplane. Rear BP Configuration options Qty.
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The following illustration shows the cable routing for the configuration 1, the routing for configuration 2 is similar. ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ Connections between connectors: , ... Figure 25. Cable routing for configuration 2 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
NVMe 0-1 PCIe 1, PCIe 2 NVMe 2-3 PCIe 3 NVMe 4-5 PCIe 7 NVMe 6-7 PCIe 8 NVMe 8-9 PCIe 6 Gen 4: C 0 SAS 0, SAS 1 Gen 3: C 0, C 1 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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The following illustration shows the cable routing for the configuration 2, the routing for configuration 1 is ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ similar. Connections between connectors: , ... Note: For models that support Gen 3 and Gen4 adapters at the same slot, the illustration shows only the cable routing information for Gen 4 adapters, the routing and connector information is similar for Gen 3 adapters.
Depending on your server configurations, refer to one of the following sections for cable routing information. • “Configuration 1, 2, and 3: front drive bays only” on page 83 • “Configuration 4 and 5: front drive bays and rear drive bays” on page 85 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Configuration 1, 2, and 3: (front drive bays only) Storage controller Con- System board Front BP fig. SFF 16i RAID/HBA CFF 16i RAID/HBA NVMe 0-1 PCIe 3 NVMe 2–3 PCIe 7 SAS 0 PCIe 2 SAS 1 PCIe 4 SAS 2 PCIe 5 NVMe 0–1 PCIe 3...
Config. 1 2 x 2.5" SAS/SATA Cable routing information for configuration 1 Config. System board Front BP Rear BP NVMe 0-1 PCIe 3 NVMe 2–3 PCIe 7 SAS 0 PCIe 2 SAS 1 PCIe 4 PCIe 5 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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The following illustration shows the cable routing for the configuration 1. Connections between connectors: ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ , ... Figure 29. Cable routing for configuration 1 Chapter 3 Internal cable routing...
NVMe 0–1 PCIe 3 NVMe 2–3 PCIe 7 Gen 4: C 0 SAS 0, SAS 1 Gen 3: C 0, C 1 NVMe 0–1 PCIe 3 NVMe 2–3 PCIe 7 SAS 0 SAS 1 PCIe 8 ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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The following illustration shows the cable routing for the configuration 3, the routing for configurations 1 and ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ 2 is similar. Connections between connectors: , ... Note: For models that support Gen 3 and Gen4 adapters at the same slot, the illustration shows only the cable routing information for Gen 4 adapters, the routing and connector information is similar for Gen 3 adapters.
Validate that the server hardware was set up successfully. See “Validate server setup” on page 158. 3. Configure the system. a. Connect the Lenovo XClarity Controller to the management network. See “Set the network connection for the Lenovo XClarity Controller” on page 159.
Go to to download firmware updates for your server. ThinkSystem SR645 Drivers and Software 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.
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. •...
• 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. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Handling static-sensitive devices Use this information to handle static-sensitive devices. 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. •...
280W Quantity 1. Standard fans are enough for low-wattage processors while you can still use performance fans for better cooling. 2. Two fan dummies (fan cages 7 and 8) are required when one processor is installed. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
• Up to two 2.5-inch SAS/SATA or two 7mm SAS/SATA rear drives • Up to two M.2 SATA/NVMe drives For a list of supported drives, see: https://static.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/index.shtml Drive bay combinations The following table shows the supported drive bay combinations for the chassis with 3.5-inch/2.5-inch front drive bays.
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– Drive capacity priority: the lowest capacity first – RAID arrays are not support for NVMe SSD drives. – RAID arrays are not support for AIC(all-in-card) SSD drives. – RAID arrays are not support for SED or FIPS HDD/SSD drives. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
• Type (depending on the model): TruDDR4 3200, dual-rank, 16 GB/32 GB/64 GB RDIMM For a list of supported memory options, see: https://static.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/index.shtml Note: The operating speed and total memory capacity depend on the processor model and UEFI settings. The following figure and table help you locate the memory slots and channels on the system board.
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DRAM based DIMMs can be mixed, but not in the same channel. • Type: DIMMs of different base module types can be mixed, but not in the same channel. • Vendor: DIMMs from different vendors can be mixed in the same channel. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Technical rules for PCIe adapters Understanding Type of PCIe adapters supported for different models Server models Supported types and slot location Server models with Riser 1 assembly three PCIe slots • Slot 1: PCIe x16 (x8, x4, x1), low-profile • Slot 2: PCIe x16 (x8, x4, x1), low-profile Riser 2 assembly •...
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– Short cable: for CFF 2.5'' chassis 1---> 2--- RAID/HBA front chassis >3 Server Super cap 1 in an low- Super cap 1 and 2 on Long cable models with profile riser cage front chassis 3.5'' chassis ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Technical rules for GPU adapters Understanding the technical rules helps you choose the correct GPUs and install them in the supported slots based on what is configured for your server. The following are installation rules for installing GPUs for your server: •...
This section includes instructions for performing initial installation of optional hardware. Each component installation procedure references any tasks that need to be performed to gain access to the component being replaced. Installation procedures are presented in the optimum sequence to minimize work. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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• Always 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 SR645 to download firmware updates for your server.
Press the release latch and rotate the security bezel outward to remove it from the chassis. Figure 33. Security bezel removal Attention: Before you ship the rack with the server installed, reinstall and lock the security bezel into place. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Remove the top cover Use this information to remove the top cover. About this task 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. S014 CAUTION: Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels might be present.
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Slide the top cover to the rear until it is disengaged from the chassis. Then, lift the top cover off the chassis and place the top cover on a flat clean surface. After you finish Install any options you want to install. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Remove the air baffle Use this information to remove the air baffle. About this task Depending on the model, your server might not have an air baffle installed. The air baffle you want to remove might be different from the following illustrations, but the removal method is the same. S033 CAUTION: Hazardous energy present.
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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. After you finish Install any options that you have purchased. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
• See for a list of processors supported for your https://static.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/index.shtml server. All processors on the system board must have the same speed, number of cores, and frequency. • Before you install a new processor, update your system firmware to the latest level. See “” on page .
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Push the rail frame down until the blue latches lock into place. Close the force frame. Tighten the screws in the installation sequence shown on the force frame. Note: Use an ESD safe screwdriver and set the maximum torque value to 14.0 ± 0.5 inch-pounds. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Step 2. Install the standard or performance heat sinks. Note: For a new heat sink, the thermal grease is pre-applied to the heat sink. Remove the protective cover and install the heat sink. Orient the heat sink with the screw holes on the processor plate. The captive screws on the heat sink should align with the screw holes on the processor plate.
After you finish 1. If there are memory modules to install, install them. See “Install a memory module” on page 115. 2. Install other options you want to install. Install a memory module Use this information to install a memory module. Attention: •...
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Note: If there is a gap between the memory module and the retaining clips, the memory module has not been correctly inserted. In this case, open the retaining clips, remove the memory module, and then reinsert it. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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• Type (depending on the model): TruDDR4 3200, dual-rank, 16 GB/32 GB/64 GB RDIMM For a list of supported memory options, see: https://static.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/index.shtml Note: The operating speed and total memory capacity depend on the processor model and UEFI settings. The following figure and table help you locate the memory slots and channels on the system board.
Install the front 2.5-inch-drive backplane About this task The following describes how to install the backplane for ten 2.5-inch hot-swap drives. You can install the backplane for eight 2.5-inch hot-swap drives in the same way. Attention: ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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• Read “Installation guidelines” on page 92 to ensure that you work safely. • Power off the server and disconnect all power cords for this task. • 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.
Touch the static-protective package that contains the backplane to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the backplane out of the package and place it on a static- protective surface. Step 2. Connect the cables to the backplane. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Step 3. Put the backplane down into place. Figure 42. Installation of backplane for four 3.5-inch hot-swap drives Lean the backplane backward, align its bottom with the two pins on the front chassis base, then align the two holes on the backplane with the two pins on the front drive cage so that the holes can pass through the two pins.
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Step 3. Install the 7mm drive backplane on the top. Figure 44. 7mm drive backplane installation (top) Put the backplane down on the cage as shown. Install the two screws to secure the backplane in place ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Step 4. Connect the cables from the backplanes to the system board and riser slot. See “7mm drive backplane cable routing (power & signal)” on page 59. After you finish 1. Install the 7mm drive cage assembly on the rear chassis. See “Install the rear hot-swap drive assembly” on page 131 2.
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Align the rear backplane with the rear hot-swap drive cage and lower it into the rear hot-swap drive cage. Figure 46. Rear backplane installation Step 4. Connect the signal cable and the power cable on the rear backplane. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Step 5. Install the air baffle into the rear hot-swap drive cage as shown. Figure 47. Air baffle installation After you finish 1. Install the rear 2.5-inch drive assembly onto the chassis. See “Install the rear hot-swap drive assembly” on page 131. 2.
Locate the M.2 drive slot on the M.2 adapter. Note: For some M.2 adapters that support two identical M.2 drives, install the M.2 drive in slot 0 first. Slot 0 Slot 1 Figure 48. M.2 drive slot ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Step 4. Install the M.2 adapter onto the chassis. Figure 49. M.2 adapter installation Align the notch of the M.2 adapter with the pin on the chassis, and then place down the M.2 adapter. Tighten the screw to secure the M.2 adapter. Step 5.
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Use the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager V3 to configure the RAID. For more information, see: https://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/LXPMv3/LXPMv3_introduction.html Adjust the retainer on the M.2 adapter Use this information to adjust the retainer on the M.2 adapter. About this task Attention: • Read “Installation guidelines” on page 92 to ensure that you work safely.
Install a hot-swap drive Use this information to install a hot-swap drive. About this task Attention: • Read “Installation guidelines” on page 92 to ensure that you work safely. • 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.
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Close the drive tray handle to lock the drive in place. Step 4. Check the drive LEDs to verify that the drive is operating correctly. For details, see “Drive LEDs” on page 25. Step 5. Continue to install additional hot-swap drives if necessary. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Install the rear hot-swap drive assembly Use this information to install the rear hot-swap drive assembly. About this task Attention: • Read “Installation guidelines” on page 92 to ensure that you work safely. • Power off the server and disconnect all power cords for this task. •...
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Figure 55. Rear backplane installation Step 4. Connect the signal cable and the power cable on the rear backplane. Step 5. Install the air baffle into the rear hot-swap drive cage as shown. Figure 56. Air baffle installation ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Step 6. Align the pins on the rear hot-swap drive cage with the corresponding hole and slot in the chassis. Then, lower the rear hot-swap drive cage into the chassis until it is fully seated. Figure 57. Rear hot-swap drive cage installation Step 7.
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. Pivot the latch on the riser bracket to the closed position. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Step 5. Connect cables to the PCIe adapter in the riser assembly. Step 6. Position the riser assembly on the chassis. Align the plastic clip and two pins on the bracket with the guide pin and two holes in the chassis and align the riser card with the riser slot on the system board.
After you finish Reinstall the components that you have been removed for installing the internal RAID adapter. Install the RAID super capacitor module Use this information to install the RAID super capacitor module. About this task Attention: ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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• Read “Installation guidelines” on page 92 to ensure that you work safely. • Power off the server and disconnect all power cords for this task. • 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.
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RAID super capacitor assembly straight into the slot until it is securely seated and its bracket also is secured. After you finish 1. Install the riser assembly on the chassis. See “Install a PCIe adapter and riser assembly” on page 134. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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2. Connect the super capacitor module to an adapter with the extension cable that comes with the super capacitor module. Install the RAID super capacitor module on the air baffle Use this information to install the RAID super capacitor module on the air baffle. About this task Attention: •...
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Step 2. If the server comes with a tray that covers the place of the RAID super capacitor module on the chassis, remove it first. Figure 65. Tray removal ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Step 3. If the server does not have a RAID super capacitor module holder on the chassis, install one first. Figure 66. RAID super capacitor module holder installation Step 4. Install the RAID super capacitor module on the chassis. Figure 67. Installation of the RAID super capacitor module on the chassis Open the retention clip on the holder.
Remove the OCP bay filler if there is a filler installed. Step 3. Attach the OCP 3.0 Ethernet adapter label that comes with this option on the rear of the server. Figure 68. OCP 3.0 Ethernet adapter label installation ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Step 4. Install the OCP 3.0 Ethernet adapter. Figure 69. OCP 3.0 Ethernet adapter installation Push the OCP 3.0 Ethernet adapter as shown to insert it into the connector on the system board. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the adapter. Notes: •...
Touch the static-protective package that contains the system fan to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the system fan out of the package and place it on a static- protective surface. Note: Ensure that fan installation meets “Technical rules for system fans” on page 103. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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Step 3. Place the system fan down in the slot and then press the point on its edge to secure it in place. Ensure that the fan connector is installed correctly to the connector on the system board. Figure 70. System fan installation Chapter 4 Server hardware setup...
Figure 71. Intrusion switch installation Step 3. Connect the cable of the intrusion switch to the intrusion switch connector on the system board. For the location of the intrusion switch connector, refer to “System board components” on page ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Install the air baffle Use this information to install the air baffle. About this task Depending on the model, your server might not have an air baffle installed. The air baffle you want to install might be different from the following illustrations, but the removal method is the same. S033 CAUTION: Hazardous energy present.
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After you finish 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. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Install the top cover Use this information to install the top cover. 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. S014 CAUTION: Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels might be present. Only a qualified service technician is authorized to remove the covers where the label is attached.
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Note: Before you slide the top cover forward, ensure that all the tabs on the top cover engage the chassis correctly. Press down the cover latch and ensure that the cover latch is completely closed. Use a screwdriver to turn the cover lock to the locked position. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
• If you are replacing the existing power supply with a new power supply: – Use Lenovo Capacity Planner to calculate the required power capacity for what is configured for your server. More information about Lenovo Capacity Planner is available at: https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/solutions/lnvo-lcp...
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• Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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To Connect: To Disconnect: 1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. Attach all cables to devices. 2. Remove power cords from outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4.
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The power-control button on the device does not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one connection to dc power. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all connections to dc power are disconnected at the dc power input terminals. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
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S029 DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. • Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded power source. •...
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Step 2. If there is a power-supply filler installed, remove it. Figure 75. Hot-swap power supply filler removal Step 3. Slide the new hot-swap power supply into the bay until it snaps into position. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Figure 76. Hot-swap power supply installation Install the server in a rack To install the server in a rack, follow the instructions that are provided in the Rail Installation Kit for the rails on which the server will be installed. Cable the server Attach all external cables to the server.
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.
The following methods are available to set the network connection for the Lenovo XClarity Controller if you are not using DHCP: • If a monitor is attached to the server, you can use Lenovo XClarity Controller to set the network connection.
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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See the following table to determine the best Lenovo tool to use for installing and setting up the firmware: Note: The server UEFI settings for option ROM must be set to Auto or UEFI to update firmware using Lenovo XClarity Essentials. For more information, see the following Tech Tip: https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht506118...
• 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.
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Important: Do not configure option ROMs to be set to Legacy unless directed to do so by Lenovo Support. This setting prevents UEFI drivers for the slot devices from loading, which can cause negative side effects for Lenovo software, such as Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI, and to the Lenovo XClarity Controller. The side effects include the inability to determine adapter card details, such as model name and firmware levels.
Configure the memory Memory performance depends on several variables, such as memory mode, memory speed, memory ranks, memory population and processor. More information about optimizing memory performance and configuring memory is available at the Lenovo Press Web site: https://lenovopress.com/servers/options/memory In addition, you can take advantage of a memory configurator, which is available at the following site: http://1config.lenovo.com/#/memory_configuration...
OS logical drives or volumes. An introduction to RAID is available at the following Lenovo Press Web site: https://lenovopress.com/lp0578-lenovo-raid-introduction Detailed information about RAID management tools and resources is available at the following Lenovo Press Web site: https://lenovopress.com/lp0579-lenovo-raid-management-tools-and-resources Chapter 5...
Several options are available to install an operating system on the server. • Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager V3 Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager V3 is used to install operating system of single server. You can complete operating system installation by following the instructions in Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager V3 OS Installation function.
Alternatively, you can use the s s a a v v e e command from Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI to create a backup of all configuration settings. For more information about the s s a a v v e e command, see: http://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/toolsctr_cli_lenovo/onecli_r_save_command.html...
• “Displayed system memory is less than installed physical memory” on page 171 • “A Lenovo optional device that was just installed does not work.” on page 171 • “Voltage planar fault is displayed in the event log” on page 172...
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Run the diagnostics tests for the hard disk drives. When you start a server and press F1, the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager V3 interface is displayed by default. You can perform hard drive diagnostics from this interface. From the Diagnostic page, click Run Diagnostic ➙...
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• Replace the affected backplane. 8. Run the diagnostics tests for the hard disk drives. When you start a server and press F1, the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager V3 interface is displayed by default. You can perform hard drive diagnostics from this interface. From the Diagnostic page, click Run Diagnostic ➙ HDD test.
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• If the system restarts, add each of the removed items one at a time and restart the system each time until the error occurs. Replace the item for which the error occurs. • If the system does not restart, suspect the system board. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about Lenovo products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you. On the World Wide Web, up-to-date information about Lenovo systems, optional devices, services, and support are available at: http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com...
Collecting service data To clearly identify the root cause of a server issue or at the request of Lenovo Support, you might need collect service data that can be used for further analysis. Service data includes information such as event logs and hardware inventory.
Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
(TBW). A device that has exceeded this limit might fail to respond to system-generated commands or might be incapable of being written to. Lenovo is not responsible for replacement of a device that has exceeded its maximum guaranteed number of program/erase cycles, as documented in the Official Published Specifications for the device.
If Lenovo determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the device, Lenovo may condition provision of repair or replacement of devices or parts on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.
Taiwan BSMI RoHS declaration Taiwan import and export contact information Contacts are available for Taiwan import and export information. ThinkSystem SR645 Setup Guide...
CFF RAID/HBA adapter power cable routing collecting service data Common installation issues important notices Configuration - ThinkSystem SR645 install server in a rack configure the firmware install the operating system contamination, particulate and gaseous installation cover...
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Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager V3 static-sensitive devices handling support web page, custom supported drive bay combinations system board components System configuration - ThinkSystem SR645 M.2 adapter and M.2 drive system fan installing installing management options system reliability guidelines memory configuration 164–165...