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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.

  • Up to two Gold or Platinum level processors with LGA 4677 sockets.
  • Scalable up to 64 cores per socket
  • Supports UPI v2.0 links at higher width (x96) and speed: up to 12.8, 14.4, 16 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: 16 dual inline memory module (DIMM) connectors that support up to 16 TruDDR5 DIMMs (8 DIMMs per processor)
  • Each processor has 8 memory channels, with 1 DIMM per channel
  • Memory module types:
    • TruDDR5 5600 MHz RDIMM: 32 GB (2Rx8), 48 GB (2Rx8), and 96 GB (2Rx4)
    • TruDDR5 5600 MHz 10x4 RDIMM: 32 GB (1Rx4), 64 GB (2Rx4)
    • TruDDR5 5600 MHz 3DS RDIMM: 128 GB (4Rx4)
  • Speed: Operating speed depends on processor model and UEFI settings.
    • 5600 MT/s for 1 DIMM per channel
  • Minimum memory: 32 GB
  • Maximum memory: 1 TB (8 x 128 GB)

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

M.2 Drive​

M.2 Drive
  • Up to two M.2 drives on system board.
  • The system supports M.2 drives with the following capacity:
    • SATA M.2 drive:
      • 240 GB
      • 480 GB
      • 960 GB
    • NVMe M.2 drive:
      • 480 GB
      • 800 GB
      • 960 GB
      • 1.92 TB
      • 3.84 TB
  • The following form factors are supported:
    • 80 mm (2280)
    • 110 mm (22110)

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

Storage expansion​

Storage expansion

  • Up to two hot-swap E3.S drives

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

Expansion slots​

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

Graphics processing unit (GPU)​

Graphics processing unit (GPU)
  • Up to one 75-watt low-profile GPU

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

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 to connect to a systems-management network. This RJ-45 connector is dedicated to the Lenovo XClarity Controller functions and runs at 10/100/1000 Mbps speed.
  • Front connectors:
    • One serial port
    • One USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector
    • One VGA connector
    • One external diagnostics connector
  • Rear connectors:
    • A group of two or four Ethernet connectors on OCP Ethernet adapter
    • One Mini DisplayPort connector
    • One XCC system management port
    • 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

The ThinkSystem RAID provides software RAID support for M.2 drives:

  • Intel VROC standard: requires an activation key and supports RAID level 0 and 1
  • Intel VROC Premium: requires an activation key and supports RAID level 0 and 1
  • Intel VROC Boot (for 5th Gen processors): requires an activation key and supports RAID level 1 only
  • Onboard SATA ports with software RAID support (Intel VROC SATA RAID, supporting RAID level 0 and 1)

The ThinkSystem RAID provides software RAID support for E3.S drives:

  • Intel VROC standard: requires an activation key and supports RAID level 0 and 1

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

System fan​

System fan

Four 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 in socket 1
    • One memory module in DIMM slot 4
    • One power supply in PSU slot 1
    • One boot drive, M.2 or E3.S 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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