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Introduction

The ThinkSystem SR685a V3 server (Type 7DHC) is a powerful 8U server that features two AMD EPYC 9004 processors and eight high-performance GPUs. This air-cooled server is the ultimate Generative AI server, with advanced GPU-to-GPU communications and high-speed PCIe 5.0 connectivity between the GPUs, processors, and networking. AI workloads including modeling, training, simulation, rendering, financial tech, and scientific research.

Figure 1. ThinkSystem SR685a V3


  • Documents download
    This section provides introduction and download link for handy documents.
  • Support websites
    This section provides driver and firmware downloads and support resources.
  • Features
    Performance, ease of use, reliability, and expansion capabilities were key considerations in the design of your 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.
  • Tech Tips
    Lenovo continually updates the support website with the latest tips and techniques that you can use to solve issues that your server might encounter. These Tech Tips (also called retain tips or service bulletins) provide procedures to work around issues or solve problems related to the operation of your server.
  • 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.
  • Specifications
    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.
  • Management options
    The XClarity portfolio and other system management options described in this section are available to help you manage the servers more conveniently and efficiently.
  • Server components
    This section contains information about each of the components associated with the server.
  • Parts list
    Identify each of the components that is available for your server with the parts list.
  • Unboxing and setup
    Information in this section assists you on unboxing and setting up the server. When unboxing the server, check if the items in the package are correct, and learn where to find information of server serial number and Lenovo XClarity Controller access. Make sure to follow the instructions in Server setup checklist when setting up the server.
  • 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.
  • Internal cable routing
    See this section to do cable routing for specific components.
  • System configuration
    Complete these procedures to configure your system.
  • Problem determination
    Use the information in this section to isolate and resolve issues that you might encounter while using your server.
  • Messages
    When attempting to resolve issues with your server, the best practice is to begin with the event log of the application that is managing the server.
  • Hardware disassembling for recycle
    Follow the instructions in this section to recycle components with compliance with local laws or regulations.
  • 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.