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Node technical specifications

Summary of the technical specifications of the node. Depending on the model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply.

Processor​

Processor

Supports multi-core Intel Xeon processors, with integrated memory controller and Intel Mesh UPI (Ultra Path Interconnect) topology.

  • One Intel Xeon 6 series scalable processor with the new LGA 4710 socket
  • Scalable up to 144 cores
  • Up to four UPI links at up to 24 GT/s
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP) up to 350 watts

For a list of supported processors, see: Lenovo ServerProven website.

Memory​

Memory

See Memory module installation rules and order for detailed information about memory configuration and setup.

  • Slots: 8 dual inline memory module (DIMM) connectors that support up to eight TruDDR5 6400 MHz RDIMMs
  • The processor has 8 memory channels, with 1 DIMM per channel
  • Memory module types:
    • TruDDR5 6400MHz (2Rx4) RDIMM: 64 GB (2Rx4)
  • Speed:
    • 6400 MT/s for 1 DIMM per channel
    • Operating speed depends on processor model and UEFI settings
  • Maximum memory: 512 GB

For a list of supported memory modules, see: Lenovo ServerProven website.

M.2 Drive​

M.2 Drive
Up to two NVMe M.2 drives on the system board.
  • The following form factors are supported:

    • 80 mm (2280)

    • 110 mm (22110)

Up to two M.2 drives on M.2 boot adapter.
  • The following form factors are supported:
    • SATA M.2 drive:

      • 42 mm (2242)

      • 60 mm (2260)

      • 80 mm (2280)

    • NVMe M.2 drive:

      • 80 mm (2280)

For a list of supported M.2 drives, see: Lenovo ServerProven website.

Storage expansion​

Storage expansion
  • 2.5-inch drive configuration:
    • Up to six hot-swap 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives

For a list of supported drives, see: Lenovo ServerProven website.

Expansion slots​

Expansion slots
  • PCIe riser
    • One PCIe riser on the rear of the node: PCI Express 5.0 x16, HH/HL (single width)
    • The PCIe slot can support one PCIe adapter up to 75 watts
  • OCP module
    • One OCP module slot

Integrated functions and I/O connectors​

Integrated functions
  • Lenovo XClarity Controller (XCC), which provides service processor control and monitoring functions, video controller, and remote keyboard, video, mouse, and remote drive capabilities.
  • One XCC system management port (10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45) to connect to a systems-management network. This RJ-45 connector is dedicated to the Lenovo XClarity Controller functions.
  • Rear connectors:
    • A group of two or four Ethernet connectors on OCP Ethernet adapter
    • One Mini DisplayPort connector
    • One XCC system management port (10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45)
    • One USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector
    • One USB 2.0 connector with Lenovo XClarity Controller (XCC) system management
Note
The maximum video resolution is 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz.

Network​

Network

Two or four connectors on the OCP 3.0 module

RAID adapter​

RAID adapter
Software RAID
  • Intel VROC RAID1 Only: supports RAID 1 (requires activation key)
  • Intel VROC Standard: supports RAID 0, 1, and 10 (requires activation key)
  • Intel VROC Premium: supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 (requires activation key)
Hardware RAID
  • ThinkSystem M.2 RAID B545i-2i SATA/NVMe Enablement Kit (RAID 0 and 1)
  • ThinkSystem RAID 545-8i PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter (RAID 0, 1, 10)
  • ThinkSystem RAID 940-8i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter (RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, and 60 standard)

For more information about the RAID/HBA adapters, see Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID Adapter and HBA Reference.

Host bus adapter​

Host bus adapter
  • ThinkSystem 440-16e SAS/SATA PCIe Gen4 12Gb HBA
  • ThinkSystem 440-16i SAS/SATA PCIe Gen4 12Gb HBA

For more information about the RAID/HBA adapters, see Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID Adapter and HBA Reference.

System fan​

System fan

Air-cooled configuration: Four high performance or ultra 4056 fans (40 x 40 x 56 mm)

Minimal configuration for debugging​

Minimal configuration for debugging
  • The following minimal configuration is required for the node to start:
    • One processor
    • One memory module in DIMM slot 5
    • One power supply in PSU slot 1
    • One boot drive, M.2 or 2.5-inch drive, and RAID adapter if configured (If OS is needed by debugging)
    • Four system fans

Operating systems​

Operating systems
Supported and certified operating systems:
  • Microsoft Windows Server
  • VMware ESXi
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
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