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Server components

This section contains information about each of the components associated with the server.

Identifying your server​

When you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type, model, and serial number information help support technicians to identify your server and provide faster service.

Figure 1 shows the location of the label containing the machine type, model, and serial number.
Figure 1. Location of the machine type, model, and serial number

The model number and serial number are on the ID label on the front of the server, as shown in the following illustrations. You can also add other system information labels to the front of the server in the customer label spaces.

XClarity Controller network access label​

In addition, the XClarity Controller network access label is attached to the pull-out information tab located near the upper right corner in the front of the chassis, with MAC address accessible with a pull.
Figure 2. XClarity Controller network access label on the pull-out information tab

  • The 4-DW GPU Model Front view
    This section contains information about the controls, LEDs, and connectors on the front of the 4-DW GPU Model server.
  • The 8-DW GPU Model Front view
    This section contains information about the controls, LEDs, and connectors on the front of the 8-DW GPU Model server.
  • The SXM GPU Model front view
    This section contains information about the controls, LEDs, and connectors on the front of the SXM GPU Model server.
  • Rear view
    The rear of the server provides access to several components, including the power supplies, PCIe adapters, serial port, and Ethernet port.
  • Front panel
    The front panel of the server provides controls, connectors, and LEDs.
  • Front I/O module
    The front I/O module of the server provides controls, connectors, and LEDs. The front I/O module varies by model.
  • External LCD diagnostics handset
    The external LCD diagnostics handset is an external device that is connected to the server with a cable, and it allows quick access to system information such as errors, system status, firmware, network, and health information.
  • System-board layout
    The illustrations in this section provide information about the connectors and switches that are available on the system board.
  • Parts list
    Use the parts list to identify each of the components that are available for your server.
  • Power cords
    Several power cords are available, depending on the country and region where the server is installed.