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  • Page 1 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide Machine Type: 7D9C, 7D9D...
  • Page 2 Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the safety information and the safety instructions, which are available at: http://thinksystem.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/safety_documentation/pdf_files.html In addition, be sure that you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the Lenovo warranty for your server, which can be found at: http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/warrantylookup First Edition (December 2022) ©...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Server package contents ... Install a memory module ..Identify the server and access the Lenovo XClarity M.2 backplane and M.2 drive replacement ..
  • Page 4 Install a processor ... . 111 Set the network connection for the Lenovo XClarity Install a heat sink ... . 113 Controller .
  • Page 5 Support websites ....225 information ....229 Appendix D. Notices..227 © Copyright Lenovo 2022...
  • Page 6 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 7: Safety

    Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen. Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza. Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. © Copyright Lenovo 2022...

  • Page 8: Safety Inspection Checklist

    1 & IEC 60950-1, the standard for Safety of Electronic Equipment within the Field of Audio/Video, Information Technology and Communication Technology. Lenovo assumes you are qualified in the servicing of equipment and trained in recognizing hazards energy levels in products. Access to the equipment is by the use of a tool, lock and key, or other means of security, and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.
  • Page 9 Click Power ➙ Power Cables to see all line cords. • Make sure that the insulation is not frayed or worn. 3. Check for any obvious non-Lenovo alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-Lenovo alterations.
  • Page 10 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide viii...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Chapter 1. Introduction The ThinkSystem SR645 V3 server (7D9C, 7D9D) is a 1U rack server designed to be highly flexible to support many kinds of Information Technology (IT) workloads. This higher performance, multi-core server is ideally suited for IT environments that require superior processor performance, input/output (I/O) flexibility, and flexible manageability.

  • Page 12: Tech Tips

    RAID 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 is available for purchase. 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.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    • Up to 96 Zen4 cores (192 threads) per socket • Up to 4 xGMI3 links at up to 32 GT/s • Thermal Design Power (TDP): up to 300 watts For a list of supported processors, see: https://static.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/index.shtml Chapter 1 Introduction...
  • Page 14 • Lenovo XClarity Controller (XCC), which provides service processor control and monitoring functions, video controller, and remote keyboard, video, mouse, and remote drive capabilities. – The server supports Lenovo XClarity Controller 2 (XCC2). For additional information about Lenovo XClarity Controller 2 (XCC2), refer to https://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/lxcc_frontend/lxcc_overview.html...
  • Page 15 Rear button NMI button on the rear of the server RAID adapter Support the following RAID adapters: • ThinkSystem RAID 540-8i PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter • ThinkSystem RAID 940-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter • ThinkSystem RAID 940-16i 8GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Internal Adapter •...

  • Page 16: Mechanical Specifications

    • Twelve SAS hard disk drives Storage rich 7.5 Bel 7.7 Bel 60.1 dBA 62.8 dBA • One 940-16i SFF RAID adapter • One Broadcom 5719 1GbE RJ45 4-port OCP Ethernet adapter • Two 750 W power supply units ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 17 Lenovo recommends that you consult with qualified experts in this field to determine whether you are in compliance with the applicable regulations.
  • Page 18 Attention: Airborne particulates and reactive gases acting alone or in combination with other environmental factors such as humidity or temperature might pose a risk to the server. For information about the limits for particulates and gases, see “Particulate contamination” on page ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 19 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.

  • Page 20: Management Options

    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. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 21 Important: Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager (LXPM) supported version varies by product. All versions of Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager are referred to as Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager and LXPM in this document, unless specified otherwise. To see the LXPM version supported by your server, go to https:// sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/lxpm_frontend/lxpm_product_page.html...
  • Page 22 1. Most options can be updated through the Lenovo tools. Some options, such as GPU firmware or Omni- Path firmware require the use of supplier tools. 2. The server UEFI settings for option ROM must be set to Auto or UEFI to update firmware using Lenovo XClarity Essentials or Lenovo XClarity Controller.

  • Page 23: Chapter 2. Server Components

    Table 2. Component identification (Top view) Front backplane Riser assemblies RAID flash power module Power supply units Fan modules Processor 2 System board (system board assembly) Internal CFF HBA/RAID module Memory modules M.2 drive module Processor 1 © Copyright Lenovo 2022...

  • Page 24: Front View

    XClarity Controller USB connector VGA connector (optional) Rack latch (right) Pull-out information tab Drive filler (1) Drive bays (4) Rack latch (left) Note: For more information about each component, see “Front components overview” on page ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 25 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 filler (1) Diagnostics panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) connector External diagnostics connector XClarity Controller USB connector VGA connector (optional) Rack latch (right) Pull-out information tab...

  • Page 26: Rear View

    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.
  • Page 27 Refer to the following rear view for different server models: • “Server model with three PCIe slots” on page 17 • “Server model with two PCIe slots” on page 17 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.
  • Page 28 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) connectors (3 DCIs) 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 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 29: Front I/O Module

    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.

  • Page 30: System-Board-Assembly Layout

    This section provides information about the connectors, switches, and jumpers that are available on the system board (system board assembly). The following illustration shows the layout of the system board (system board assembly) which contains the system I/O board and processor board. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 31: System-Board-Assembly Connectors

    Figure 10. System-board-assembly layout System I/O board Processor board Firmware and RoT security module For more information about the connectors, switches, or LEDs that are available on the system board (system board assembly), see: • “System-board-assembly connectors” on page 21 •...
  • Page 32 Micro SD connector VGA connector External LCD connector Serial port connector FIO_Y cable connector Rear USB connector 2 FIO connector Plunger Lift handle MGMT NIC connector Intrusion switch connector Pump 2 connector Internal USB connector ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 33: System-Board-Assembly Switches

    Table 10. System-board-assembly connectors (continued) Second MGMT Ethernet connector CFF retimer connector M.2 signal connector Backplane power connector PCIe connector 8 / SATA connector 3 PCIe connector 1 7mm/Rear backplane sideband connector PCIe connector 2 OCP 3.0 module connector PCIe connector 3 / SATA connector 0 Riser 1 slot Power supply 1 connector PCIe connector 9 / SATA connector 4...
  • Page 34 ON position. SW5–3 Password override Overrides the power-on password when changing it to the ON position. SW5–4 FPGA reset Forces FPGA into reset when changing it to the ON position. SW5–5 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 35 Table 11. System-board-assembly SW5 switch block description (continued) Switch-bit Default position Description Switch name number SW5–6 MFG mode Enables MFG mode of firmware (UEFI/XCC/FPGA) when changing it to the ON position. SW5–7 At-Scale debug Enables BMC At-Scale debug when changing it to the ON position.
  • Page 36 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 37: Chapter 3. Parts List

    The parts listed in the following table are identified as one of the following: • Tier 1 customer replaceable unit (CRU): Replacement of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If Lenovo installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request with no service agreement, you will be charged for the installation.
  • Page 38 • Tier 2 customer replaceable unit (CRU): 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. • Field replaceable unit (FRU): FRUs must be installed only by trained service technicians.

  • Page 39: Power Cords

    Several power cords are available, depending on the country and region where the server is installed. To view the power cords that are available for the server: 1. Go to: http://dcsc.lenovo.com/#/ 2. Click Preconfigured Model or Configure to order. 3. Enter the machine type and model for your server to display the configurator page.
  • Page 40 • Power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 41: Chapter 4. Unboxing And Setup

    They might be required to receive warranty service. Identify the server and access the Lenovo XClarity Controller This section contains instruction on how to identify your server and where to find the Lenovo XClarity Controller access information.
  • Page 42 Lenovo XClarity Controller network access label The Lenovo XClarity Controller (XCC) network access label is attached to the pull-out information tab located near the lower right corner in the front of the chassis, with MAC address accessible with a pull. After you receive the server, peel the XCC network access label away and store it in a safe place.

  • Page 43: Server Setup Checklist

    • You can press the power button. • The server can restart automatically after a power interruption. • The server can respond to remote power-on requests sent to the Lenovo XClarity Controller. Note: You can access the management processor interface to configure the system without powering on the server.
  • Page 44 Chapter 7 “System configuration” on page 177. 1. Set the network connection for the Lenovo XClarity Controller to the management network. 2. Update the firmware for the server, if necessary. 3. Configure the firmware for the server. The following information is available for RAID configuration: •...

  • Page 45: Chapter 5. Hardware Replacement Procedures

    • Keep the working area clean, and place removed components on a flat and smooth surface that does not shake or tilt. • Do not attempt to lift an object that might be too heavy for you. If you have to lift a heavy object, read the following precautions carefully: © Copyright Lenovo 2022...

  • Page 46: Safety Inspection Checklist

    1 & IEC 60950-1, the standard for Safety of Electronic Equipment within the Field of Audio/Video, Information Technology and Communication Technology. Lenovo assumes you are qualified in the servicing of equipment and trained in recognizing hazards energy levels in products. Access to the equipment is by the use of a tool, lock and key, or other means of security, and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.

  • Page 47: System Reliability Guidelines

    Click Power ➙ Power Cables to see all line cords. • Make sure that the insulation is not frayed or worn. 3. Check for any obvious non-Lenovo alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-Lenovo alterations.

  • Page 48: Working Inside The Server With The Power On

    • Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry. • Keep the device from others’ reach to prevent possible damages. Technical rules Refer to the below technical rules and limitations when you install the related server components. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 49: Memory Module Installation Rules And Order

    “Technical specifications” on page Your server has 24 memory slots with 24 channels. For a list of supported memory options, see: https://static.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/index.shtml Information about optimizing memory performance and configuring memory is available at the Lenovo Press website: https://lenovopress.com/servers/options/memory In addition, you can take advantage of a memory configurator, which is available at the following site: https://dcsc.lenovo.com/#/memory_configuration...
  • Page 50 For example, when 12 DIMMs are installed for two processors, the installation order is slot 7, 19, 6, 18, 9, 21, 4, 16, 8, 20, 5, 17. Server model with one processor The following table shows the DIMM population sequence when one processor is installed. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 51: Pcie Slots And Adapters

    Table 13. DIMM population sequence for one processor Total DIMMs Processor 1 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 6 DIMMs 8 DIMMs 10 DIMMs 12 DIMMs Server model with two processors The following table shows the DIMM population sequence when two processors are installed. Table 14.
  • Page 52 – ThinkSystem RAID 940-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter slot 1 – ThinkSystem 440-16i SAS/SATA PCIe Gen4 12Gb HBA • Network adapter: Slot 1 > Slot 3 – ThinkSystem Mellanox ConnectX-6 Dx 100GbE QSFP56 2-port PCIe > Slot 2 Ethernet Adapter ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 53: Thermal Rules

    Table 17. Recommended slot installation priority for PCIe adapters (continued) Recommen- Maximum ded slot PCIe adapters supported installation number priority • OCP module: – ThinkSystem Broadcom 5719 1GbE RJ45 4-port PCIe Ethernet Adapter 1 and – ThinkSystem Intel X710-T2L 10GBASE-T2-port OCP Ethernet Adapter •...

  • Page 54: Power On And Power Off The Server

    Power off the server The server remains in a standby state when it is connected to a power source, allowing the Lenovo XClarity Controller to respond to remote power-on requests. To remove all power from the server (power status LED off), you must disconnect all power cables.

  • Page 55: Server Replacement

    Server replacement Follow instructions in this section to remove and install the server. • “Remove the server from rack” on page 45 • “Install the server to rack” on page 48 Remove the server from rack Follow instructions in this section to remove the server from the rack. S036 18 - 32 kg (39 - 70 lb) 32 - 55 kg (70 - 121 lb)
  • Page 56 Loosen the two thumbscrews located on the front of the server to disengage it from the rack. Rack front Figure 17. Disengaging server from the rack Latches Thumbscrew Step 2. Hold the mounting ears on the front of the server; then, slide the server all the way out until it stops. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 57 Figure 18. Pulling out the server Mounting ears Step 3. Remove the server from the rack. CAUTION: Make sure three people are lifting the sever by holding the lift points Rack front Figure 19. Lifting up the server Lift points Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...

  • Page 58: Install The Server To Rack

    Follow instructions in this section to install the server to the rack. S036 18 - 32 kg (39 - 70 lb) 32 - 55 kg (70 - 121 lb) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. S006 CAUTION: ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 59 Make sure to have three people operate the server installation procedures to prevent injury. Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component. • Go to https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/tw/en/products/servers/thinksystem/sr645v3/7d9c/downloads/ to see the latest firmware and driver updates for your server. driver-list/ • Go to “Update the firmware”...
  • Page 60 Rack front Figure 21. Pulling out the rails ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 61 Step 2. Carefully lift up the server with three people. CAUTION: Make sure three people are lifting the sever by holding the lift points Rack front Figure 22. Lifting up the server Lift points Step 3. From the front of the rack, install server into the rails. Attention: You can only install the server successfully when the rails are fully extended.
  • Page 62 Figure 23. Installing the server into the rack Latch Push up the latches on the rails. Push the server all the way into the rack until both latches lock into position with a click. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 63 Step 5. (Optional) Secure the server to the rack. Install one M6 screw to each of the rails to secure the server to the rear of the rack. Rack rear Figure 24. Securing the server to the rear of the rack Secure the server to the front of the rack.

  • Page 64: Cmos Battery (Cr2032) Replacement

    The following tips describe information that you must consider when removing the CMOS battery. • Lenovo has designed this product with your safety in mind. The lithium CMOS battery must be handled correctly to avoid possible danger. If you replace the CMOS battery, you must adhere to local ordinances or regulations for battery disposal.
  • Page 65 • To order replacement batteries, call your support center or business partner. For Lenovo support telephone numbers, see for your region support https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/supportphonelist...
  • Page 66 1. Install a new one. See “Install the CMOS battery” on page 2. If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 67: Install The Cmos Battery

    The following tips describe information that you must consider when installing the CMOS battery. • Lenovo has designed this product with your safety in mind. The lithium CMOS battery must be handled correctly to avoid possible danger. If you replace the CMOS battery, you must adhere to local ordinances or regulations for battery disposal.
  • Page 68 Tilt the battery and insert it to the positive end on the socket, and make sure that the battery goes tight to the metal clip. Press the battery down until it clicks into the socket. Figure 28. CMOS battery installation ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 69: Front Drive Backplane Replacement

    After you finish 1. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 154. 2. Use the Setup utility to set the date, time, and any passwords. Front drive backplane replacement Use this information to remove and install a front drive backplane. •...

  • Page 70: Install The Front 2.5-Inch Drive Backplane

    Watch the procedure A video of this procedure is available at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs- CTkyVDu-5Lhy1r9G-4PQGl Procedure ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 71: Front I/O Module Replacement

    Step 1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the backplane to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. And then, take the backplane out of the package and place it on a static- protective surface. Step 2. Align the two pins on the backplane with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Figure 30.

  • Page 72: Install The Front I/O Module

    If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. Install the front I/O module Use this information to install the front I/O module. About this task ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 73: Remove The External Lcd Cable

    The following illustrates how to install the front I/O module with front operator panel. You can install other front I/O modules in the same way. Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 35 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you work safely.
  • Page 74 “Remove the security bezel” on page 127. Step 3. Disconnect the external LCD cable from the processor board. Step 4. To get a better view of the cable connector latch inside the chassis, remove the front I/O module first. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 75 Figure 37. Front I/O module removal Remove the screws that secure the front I/O module. Slide the front I/O module out of the front chassis. Step 5. Remove the external LCD cable. Figure 38. Removal of the external LCD cable Poke the connector latch with the tip of a flat-blade screwdriver (3 or 4 mm) to disengage the connector from the chassis.

  • Page 76: Install The External Lcd Cable

    About this task The following illustrates how to remove the external LCD cable from the chassis. Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 35 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you work safely. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 77 • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See “Power off the server” on page • 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.

  • Page 78: Hot-Swap Drive Replacement

    Procedure Step 1. If the security bezel is installed, remove it first. See “Remove the security bezel” on page 127. Step 2. Remove a hot-swap drive. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 79: Install A 2.5/3.5-Inch Hot-Swap Drive

    Slide the release latch to the left to open the drive tray handle. Open the drive handle. Slide the drive out of the drive bay. After you finish 1. Install a drive filler or a new drive to cover the drive bay. Figure 43.
  • Page 80 And then, take the drive out of the package and place it on a static-protective surface. Step 2. Remove the drive filler from the drive bay and keep the drive filler in a safe place. Figure 44. Remove a drive filler ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 81: Internal Cff Hba/Raid Adapter Replacement

    1. Reinstall the security bezel if you removed it. See “Install the security bezel” on page 129. 2. Use the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager to configure the RAID if necessary. For more information, see: https://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/lxpm_frontend/lxpm_product_page.html Internal CFF HBA/RAID adapter replacement Use this information to remove and install the internal CFF HBA/RAID adapter.
  • Page 82 Move the adapter to the right and then lift it out of the chassis. After you finish If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 83: Install The Internal Cff Hba/Raid Adapter

    Install the internal CFF HBA/RAID adapter Use this information to install the internal CFF HBA/RAID adapter. About this task Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 35 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you work safely. • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See “Power off the server”...

  • Page 84: Intrusion Switch Replacement

    Watch the procedure A video of this procedure is available at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs- CTkyVDu-5Lhy1r9G-4PQGl Procedure Step 1. Remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 150. Step 2. Remove the number 4 fan. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 85 Step 3. Remove the intrusion switch. Disconnect the cable of the intrusion switch from the processor board. For the location of the intrusion switch connector and cable routing information, refer to and “Intrusion switch” on page 161. Route the cable out of the cable clip. Insert the tip of a slotted screwdriver into the gap between the cage and switch and push outwards.

  • Page 86: Install An Intrusion Switch

    Watch the procedure A video of this procedure is available at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs- CTkyVDu-5Lhy1r9G-4PQGl Procedure ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 87 Step 1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the intrusion switch to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the intrusion switch out of the package and place them on a static-protective surface. Step 2. Remove the number 4 fan. Step 3.

  • Page 88: Memory Module Replacement

    “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you work safely. • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See “Power off the server” on page ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 89 • If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top cover, or remove the server from the rack. See “Remove the server from rack” on page •...
  • Page 90 1. A memory module slot must be installed with a memory module or a memory module filler. See “Install a memory module” on page 2. If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 91: Install A Memory Module

    Important: Remove or install memory modules for one processor at a time. Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component. • Go to https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/tw/en/products/servers/thinksystem/sr645v3/7d9c/downloads/ to see the latest firmware and driver updates for your server. driver-list/ • Go to “Update the firmware”...

  • Page 92: M.2 Backplane And M.2 Drive Replacement

    Use this information to remove and install the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive (an assembled M.2 backplane and M.2 drive is also known as M.2 module). • “Remove the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive” on page 83 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 93: Remove The M.2 Backplane And M.2 Drive

    • “Adjust the retainer on the M.2 backplane” on page 85 • “Install the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive” on page 86 Remove the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive Use this information to remove the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive. About this task Attention: •...
  • Page 94 Slide the retainer backward to loosen the M.2 drive from the M.2 backplane. Rotate the M.2 drive away from the M.2 backplane. Pull the M.2 drive away from the connector at an angle of approximately 30 degrees. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 95: Adjust The Retainer On The M.2 Backplane

    Step 3. Remove the M.2 module from the chassis. Figure 51. M.2 module removal Loosen the screw. Release the M.2 backplane from the pin and carefully lift the M.2 backplane out from the chassis. Step 4. Disconnect all M.2 cables from the processor board. After you finish If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

  • Page 96: Install The M.2 Backplane And M.2 Drive

    Watch the procedure A video of this procedure is available at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs- CTkyVDu-5Lhy1r9G-4PQGl Procedure ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 97 Step 1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive out of the package and place them on a static-protective surface. Notes: •...
  • Page 98 Slide the retainer forward (toward the connector) to secure the M.2 drive into place. Step 6. Connect the cables to the M.2 backplane and processor board. See “M.2 drive backplane” on page 164. After you finish ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 99: Ocp Module Replacement

    1. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 154. 2. Use the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager to configure the RAID. For more information, see: https://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/lxpm_frontend/lxpm_product_page.html OCP module replacement Use this information to remove and install the OCP module.

  • Page 100: Install The Ocp Module

    Watch the procedure A video of this procedure is available at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs- CTkyVDu-5Lhy1r9G-4PQGl Procedure ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 101 Step 1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the OCP module to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the OCP module out of the package and place it on a static- protective surface. Step 2. Remove the OCP module filler if there is.

  • Page 102: Pcie Adapter Replacement

    • Use any documentation that comes with the PCIe adapter, and follow the instructions and those in this topic. • “Remove a PCIe adapter” on page 93 • “Install a PCIe adapter” on page 94 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 103: Remove A Pcie Adapter

    Remove a PCIe adapter Use this information to remove a PCIe adapter. About this task Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 35 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you work safely. • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See “Power off the server”...

  • Page 104: Install A Pcie Adapter

    Locate the correct PCIe slot for the PCIe adapter. For information about the PCIe slots and supported PCIe adapters, see “Rear view” on page Step 3. Install the PCIe adapter and secure it to the riser assembly. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 105: Power Supply Unit Replacement

    Figure 61. PCIe adapter installation into the LP-FH riser assembly 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 is secured. Rotate the latch on the riser bracket to closed position.
  • Page 106 • The device might have more than one power cord, to remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. Safety information for DC power supplies ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 107 CAUTION: 240 V dc input (input range: 180-300 V dc) is supported in Chinese Mainland ONLY. Power supply with 240 V dc input cannot support hot plugging power cord function. Before removing the power supply with dc input, please turn off server or disconnect dc power sources at the breaker panel or by turning off the power source.
  • Page 108 Do not disconnect the power cord from the secondly replaced power supply until the power output LED for the firstly replaced power supply is lit. For the location of the power output LED, refer to “Power supply LEDs” on page 195. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 109: Install A Power Supply Unit

    • 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...
  • Page 110 • Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. • The device might have more than one power cord, to remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 111 Safety information for DC power supplies CAUTION: 240 V dc input (input range: 180-300 V dc) is supported in Chinese Mainland ONLY. Power supply with 240 V dc input cannot support hot plugging power cord function. Before removing the power supply with dc input, please turn off server or disconnect dc power sources at the breaker panel or by turning off the power source.
  • Page 112 And then, take the hot-swap power supply out of the package and place it on a static-protective surface. Step 2. If there is a power-supply filler installed, remove it. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 113: Power-Supply-Unit Air Duct Replacement

    Figure 65. Hot-swap power supply filler removal Step 3. Slide the new hot-swap power supply into the bay until it snaps into position. Figure 66. Hot-swap power supply installation Step 4. Connect the power supply unit to a properly grounded electrical outlet. •...

  • Page 114: Remove A Power-Supply-Unit Air Duct

    “Remove the top cover” on page 150. Step 2. Disconnect the cables adjacent to the power-supply-unit air duct. For proper operation guidelines, Chapter 6 “Internal cable routing” on page 157. Step 3. Remove the power-supply-unit air duct. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 115: Install A Power-Supply-Unit Air Duct

    Figure 67. Power-supply-unit air duct removal Loosen the screw on the air duct. Lift the air duct out of the chassis. After you finish If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
  • Page 116 • Properly route and secure the cables in the server. Refer to detailed cable routing information for each component in Chapter 6 “Internal cable routing” on page 157. • Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 154. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 117: Processor And Heat Sink Replacement

    Use this information to remove and install a processor or a heat sink. Important: • This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no attempt to remove or install it without proper training and qualification.

  • Page 118: Remove A Heat Sink

    “Install a heat sink” on page 113 Remove a heat sink Use this information to remove a heat sink. This task requires a Torx T20 screwdriver. This procedure must be executed by a trained technician. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 119 About this task Important: This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no attempt to remove or install it without proper training and qualification. Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 35 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you work safely.

  • Page 120: Remove A Processor

    Use this information to remove a processor. This task requires a Torx T20 screwdriver. The procedure must be executed by a trained technician. About this task Important: This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no attempt to remove or install it without proper training and qualification. Attention: •...

  • Page 121: Install A Processor

    Use this information to install a processor. This task requires a Torx T20 screwdriver. The procedure must be executed by a trained technician. About this task Important: This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no attempt to remove or install it without proper training and qualification. Attention:...
  • Page 122 A video of this procedure is available at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs- CTkyVDu-5Lhy1r9G-4PQGl Procedure Step 1. (Optional) If a processor filler is installed on the processor socket, remove the processor filler. Figure 73. Removing a processor filler ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 123: Install A Heat Sink

    About this task Important: This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no attempt to remove or install it without proper training and qualification. Attention: •...
  • Page 124 0.1 ml of thermal grease. Figure 75. Applying thermal grease Step 3. Install the heat sink. Note: For reference, the torque required for the fasteners to fully tighten is 1.22-1.46 newton- meters (10.8-13.0 inch-pounds). ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 125: Rack Latches Replacement

    Figure 76. Installing a performance heat sink Align the triangular mark and screws on the heat sink with the triangular mark and threaded posts on the processor socket; then install the heat sink onto the processor carrier. Fully tighten all the screws in the installation sequence shown on the heat-sink label. After you finish 1.

  • Page 126: Install The Rack Latches

    If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. Install the rack latches Use this information to install the rack latches. About this task ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 127 Attention: Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 35 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you work safely. Watch the procedure A video of this procedure is available at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs- CTkyVDu-5Lhy1r9G-4PQGl Procedure Step 1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the rack latches to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server.

  • Page 128: Raid Flash Power Module Replacement

    The RAID flash power module protects the cache memory on the installed RAID adapter. You can purchase a RAID flash power module from Lenovo. Use this information to remove and install a RAID flash power module (also called super capacitor).
  • Page 129 A video of this procedure is available at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs- CTkyVDu-5Lhy1r9G-4PQGl Procedure Step 1. Remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 150. Step 2. Disconnect the cable of the RAID flash power module. Step 3. Remove the RAID flash power module on the chassis. Figure 81.

  • Page 130: Chassis

    If the server comes with a tray that covers the place of the RAID flash power module on the chassis, remove it first. Figure 83. Tray removal Press the blue touch point to disengage the tray from the chassis. Move the tray to the direction as shown and lift it out of the chassis. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 131 Step 3. If the server does not have a RAID flash power module holder on the chassis, install one first. Put the holder down, and move it to the direction as shown to lock the holder onto the chassis. Figure 84. RAID flash power module holder installation Step 4.

  • Page 132: Riser Card Replacement

    “Install a riser card” on page 125 Remove a riser card Use this information to remove a riser card. About this task For more riser brackets supported, see “The overview of riser bracket types” on page ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 133 The riser assembly you want to remove might be different from the following illustrations, but the removal method is the same. The following takes the LP-FH riser assembly as an example. Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 35 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you work safely.
  • Page 134 1. If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. 2. Remove the rear wall bracket if you would like to install a non-LP-FH riser assembly. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 135: Install A Riser Card

    Figure 91. Rear wall bracket removal Install a riser card Use this information to install a riser card. About this task For more riser brackets supported, see “The overview of riser bracket types” on page The riser assembly you want to install might be different from the following illustrations, but the installation method is the same.
  • Page 136 Then, refer to your note to reconnect any cables of the PCIe adapters on the riser card. Or you can refer to the Chapter 6 “Internal cable routing” on page 157 and locate the cable routing information for your configuration options. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 137: Security Bezel Replacement

    Step 4. Position the riser assembly on the chassis. Align the plastic clip and two pins on the bracket with the guide pin and two holes on the chassis, and align the riser card with the riser slot on the system board.
  • Page 138 Attention: Before you ship the rack with the server installed, reinstall and lock the security bezel into place. Figure 95. Security bezel removal Press the release latch. Rotate the security bezel outward to remove it from the chassis. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 139: Install The Security Bezel

    Install the security bezel Use this information to install the security bezel. About this task Attention: Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 35 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you work safely. Watch the procedure A video of this procedure is available at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs- CTkyVDu-5Lhy1r9G-4PQGl Procedure...
  • Page 140 Step 4. Use the key to lock the security bezel to the closed position. Figure 98. Locking the security bezel After you finish Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 154. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 141: System Fan Replacement

    System fan replacement Use this information to remove and install a system fan. • “Remove a system fan” on page 131 • “Install a system fan” on page 132 Remove a system fan Use this information to remove a system fan. You can remove a hot-swap fan without powering off the server, which helps you avoid significant interruption to the operation of the system.

  • Page 142: Install A System Fan

    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. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 143 S017 CAUTION: Hazardous moving fan blades nearby. Keep fingers and other body parts away. Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 35 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 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.

  • Page 144: System Board (System Board Assembly) Replacement (Trained Technician Only)

    (system board assembly). Important: • This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no attempt to remove or install it without proper training and qualification. • If you need to replace a processor board and a firmware and RoT security module together, do the following: –...

  • Page 145: Module

    The following illustration shows the layout of the system board (system board assembly) which contains the system I/O board and processor board. Figure 101. System-board-assembly layout System I/O board Processor board Firmware and RoT security module • “Remove the firmware and RoT security module” on page 135 •...
  • Page 146 Important: This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no attempt to remove or install it without proper training and qualification. Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 35 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you work safely.

  • Page 147: Install The Firmware And Rot Security

    (firmware and RoT security module). About this task Important: This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no attempt to remove or install it without proper training and qualification. (Lenovo trained technician only) After replacing the firmware and RoT security module, update the UEFI firmware to the specific version supported by the server.
  • Page 148 Chapter 6 “Internal cable routing” on page 157. 2. Install the riser assemblies if you have removed them. See “Riser card replacement” on page 122. 3. Install the top cover. See “Install the top cover” on page 152. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 149 OneCli.exe config set TrustedComputingGroup.HideTPMfromOS "Yes" --imm <userid>:<password>@<ip_address> --override where: • <userid>:<password> are the credentials used to access the BMC (Lenovo XClarity Controller interface) of your server. The default user ID is USERID, and the default password is PASSW0RD (zero, not an uppercase o) •...
  • Page 150 Follow the procedure below to see the TPM firmware version: From Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager 1. Start the server and press the key specified in the on-screen instructions to display the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager interface. (For more information, see the “Startup” section in the LXPM documentation compatible with your server at https://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/lxpm_frontend/...

  • Page 151: Board

    About this task Important: • This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no attempt to remove or install it without proper training and qualification. • When replacing the system board (system board assembly), always update the server with the latest firmware or restore the pre-existing firmware.
  • Page 152 Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. CAUTION: The heat sinks and processors might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait several minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover. S002 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 153 Procedure Step 1. Make preparation for this task. Record all system configuration information, such as Lenovo XClarity Controller IP addresses, vital product data, and the machine type, model number, serial number, Universally Unique Identifier, and asset tag of the server.
  • Page 154 I/O board upward a little and pull the system I/O board outward. During the entire pulling action, ensure that the system I/O board remains as horizontal as possible. Figure 105. Separating the system I/O board from the processor board ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 155: Install The System I/O Board Or Processor

    Follow instructions in this section to install the system I/O board or processor board. About this task Important: This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no attempt to remove or install it without proper training and qualification.
  • Page 156 Note: To prevent the contact of the system I/O board from damage, ensure that the system I/ O board is aligned correctly with the connector on the processor board, and remains as horizontal as possible during the insertion. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 157 Install the screws to fix the system I/O board into place. Step 3. (Optional) If you are replacing the system I/O board, install the firmware and RoT security module that is removed from the old system I/O board onto the new system I/O board. See “Install the firmware and RoT security module”...
  • Page 158 10. Update the system and device firmware. See “Update the firmware” on page 177. Note: (Lenovo trained technician only) If you have replaced the firmware and RoT security module, update the firmware to the specific version supported by the server. See Tip for replacing a firmware and...
  • Page 159 Using Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager Steps: 1. Start the server and press the key according to the on-screen instructions. The Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager interface is displayed by default. 2. Choose System Summary. The “System Summary” tab page is displayed.

  • Page 160: Top Cover Replacement

    Follow instructions in this section 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 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 161 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. Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 35 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you work safely.

  • Page 162: Install The Top Cover

    2. If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. Install the top cover Follow instructions in this section to install the top cover. About this task S033 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 163 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.

  • Page 164: Complete The Parts Replacement

    1. Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws are left inside your server. 2. Properly route and secure the cables in the server. Refer to detailed cable routing information for each component in Chapter 6 “Internal cable routing” on page 157. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 165 “Update the firmware” on page 177. • Reconfigure the disk arrays if you have installed or removed a hot-swap drive or a RAID adapter. See the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager User Guide, which is available for download at: http:// datacentersupport.lenovo.com...
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  • Page 167: Chapter 6. Internal Cable Routing

    SAS 1 SAS 0 NVMe 4–5 8 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA backplane See this section to locate the connectors on the 8 x 2.5-inch drive backplane. Figure 111. 8 x 2.5 SAS/SATA backplane SAS 1 SAS 0 Power © Copyright Lenovo 2022...
  • Page 168 4 x 2.5-inch NVMe backplane See this section to locate the connectors on the 4 x 2.5-inch drive backplane. Figure 112. 4 x 2.5 NVMe backplane NVMe 2–3 Power NVMe 0–1 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 169: Cff Raid Adapter

    CFF RAID adapter Use the section to understand the power cable and signal input cable routing for CFF RAID adapters. Cable routing for CFF RAID adapters • For the locations of connectors on CFF RAID adapters and the processor board, see “System-board- assembly connectors”...

  • Page 170: Front I/O Module

    For detailed location of front I/O components for different models, see “Front view” in User Guide. Figure 115. Cable routing for a front I/O module on 2.5–inch chassis ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 171: Intrusion Switch

    From VGA cable Front VGA connector on the system board (system board assembly) USB cable Front USB connector on the system board (system board assembly) Diagnostics panel cable FIO_Y cable connector and FIO connector on the system board (system board assembly) External diagnostics handset cable External LCD connector on the system board (system board assembly)

  • Page 172: Raid Flash Power Modules

    (system board assembly) RAID flash power modules Use the section to understand the cable routing for RAID flash power modules. The following illustration shows the cable routing of the RAID flash power module on the chassis: ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 173 Figure 117. Flash power for SFF RAID/HBA adapters An extension cable is provided for each RAID flash power module for connection. Connect the RAID flash power module cable to the RAID flash power module connector on the corresponding RAID adapter as shown.

  • Page 174: M.2 Drive Backplane

    This section provides cable routing information for the M.2 drives. Your server supports M.2 SATA/NVMe and M.2 NVMe drive backplanes. • For the locations of M.2 connectors on the processor board, see “System-board-assembly connectors” on page 21 for details. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 175: Cable Routing For Backplane Power

    Cable routing for M.2 SATA/NVMe drive PCIe 3.0 backplane From M.2 signal connector and power connector PCIe connector 8 and M.2 power connector on the system board (system board assembly) Cable routing for backplane power Use the section to understand the power cable routing for both front and rear drive backplanes. •...

  • Page 176: Cable Routing For Backplane Signals

    • Left: GPU/7mm/Rear backplane power connector • Right: 7mm/Rear backplane sideband connector Cable routing for backplane signals (one processor) In this section, you can find cable routing of backplane signals when only one processor installed. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 177: X 2.5'' Front Drives (One Processor)

    • Each backplane your server supports offers multiple signal connections. This section singles out the signal connection from power connection for better understanding. For backplane power connection, see “Cable routing for backplane power” on page 165. • For the locations of backplane signal connectors on the processor board and adapters, see “System- board-assembly connectors”...
  • Page 178 Table 20. Mapping between backplane connectors and system board connectors for onboard configuration From NVMe 0–1, NVMe 2–3 on front backplane PCIe 7, PCIe 8, PCIe 9 on on the system board (system board assembly) ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 179: X 2.5'' Front Drives (One Processor)

    8 x 2.5'' front drives (one processor) Use the section to understand the cable routing for signal cable connections for 8 x 2.5'' front drive backplanes when one processor installed. 8 x 2.5'' SAS/SATA backplane (one processor) Use this section to understand the SAS/SATA backplane cable routing for server model with eight 2.5-inch front drives.
  • Page 180 Front BP (SAS) SAS 0, SAS 1 Cable routing with a CFF RAID adapter The following illustration and table show the mapping relationship between backplane connectors and a 16i CFF RAID adapter (Gen 3 or Gen 4). ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 181: Processors)

    Figure 122. Cable routing for 8 x 2.5-inch front SAS/SATA drive bays with a 16i CFF RAID adapter (Gen 3 or Gen 4) Table 22. Mapping between one front SAS/SATA backplane and a CFF RAID adapter Backplane/adapter From SAS 0 Front BP (SAS) SAS 1 CFF RAID adapter...

  • Page 182: 8X 2.5'' Front Drives (Two Processors)

    “Cable routing with a CFF RAID adapter” on page 173 Cable routing with an SFF HBA/RAID adapter The following illustrations and tables show the mapping relationship between backplane connectors and an 8i or 16i SFF HBA/RAID adapter (Gen 3 or Gen 4). ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 183 Figure 123. Cable routing for 8 x 2.5-inch front SAS/SATA drive bays with an 8i or 16i SFF RAID adapter (Gen 3 or Gen 4) Table 23. Mapping between one front SAS/SATA backplane and an SFF HBA/RAID adapter Backplane From Front BP (SAS) SAS 0, SAS 1 Cable routing with a CFF RAID adapter...

  • Page 184: 10 X 2.5'' Front Drives (Two Processors)

    10 x 2.5'' front drives (two processors) Use the section to understand the cable routing for signal cable connections for 10 x 2.5–inch drive backplanes. Under the configuration of 10 x 2.5–inch front drives, your server supports the following front backplane: ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 185 • “10 x 2.5'' AnyBay backplane (two processors)” on page 175 10 x 2.5 Anybay backplane (Gen 4) (two processors) Use this section to understand the alternatives that a 10 x 2.5 AnyBay backplane (Gen 4) offers. With a 10 x 2.5 AnyBay backplane (Gen 4), following front drive combinations are supported: 10 x 2.5'' AnyBay backplane (two processors) Use this section to understand the AnyBay backplane cable routing for server model with ten 2.5-inch front drives.
  • Page 186 Table 25. Mapping between one front AnyBay backplane and an SFF HBA/RAID adapter Backplane From SAS 0, SAS 1 Front BP (SAS) SAS 2 NVMe 2–3 PCIe 2 NVMe 4–5 PCIe 1 Front BP (NVMe) NVMe 8–9 PCIe 7 NVMe 0–1 PCIe 3 NVMe 6–7 PCIe 4 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 187: Chapter 7. System Configuration

    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 Provisioning Manager to set the network connection.
  • Page 188 (with firmware and device driver updates) to support specific Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) operating system distributions. Machine-type-specific firmware-only UXSPs are also available. Firmware updating tools See the following table to determine the best Lenovo tool to use for installing and setting up the firmware: Tool Update Core...
  • Page 189 • 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.

  • Page 190: Configure The Firmware

    Several options are available to install and set up the firmware for the server. 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.

  • Page 191: Memory Module Configuration

    • Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI You can use the config application and commands to view the current system configuration settings and make changes to Lenovo XClarity Controller and UEFI. The saved configuration information can be used to replicate or restore other systems.

  • Page 192: Deploy The Operating System

    Detailed information about RAID management tools and resources is available at the following Lenovo Press website: https://lenovopress.com/lp0579-lenovo-raid-management-tools-and-resources Deploy the operating system Several options are available to deploy an operating system on the server. Available operating systems • Microsoft Windows Server •...
  • Page 193 “Backing up the BMC configuration” section in the XCC documentation compatible with your server at https://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/lxcc_frontend/lxcc_overview.html Alternatively, you can use the command from Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI to create a backup save of all configuration settings. For more information about the...
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  • Page 195: Chapter 8. Problem Determination

    An alert is a message or other indication that signals an event or an impending event. Alerts are generated by the Lenovo XClarity Controller or by UEFI in the servers. These alerts are stored in the Lenovo XClarity Controller Event Log.

  • Page 196: Troubleshooting By System Leds And Diagnostics

    Figure 125. Lenovo XClarity Controller event log For more information about accessing the Lenovo XClarity Controller event log, see: “Viewing Event Logs” section in the XCC documentation compatible with your server at https:// sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/lxcc_frontend/lxcc_overview.html Troubleshooting by system LEDs and diagnostics display See the following section for information on available system LEDs and diagnostics display.

  • Page 197: Front Operator Panel Leds

    Drive LED Status Description Solid yellow The drive has an error. The drive is being rebuilt. Blinking yellow (blinking slowly, about one Drive status LED (right) flash per second) The RAID adapter is locating the drive. Blinking yellow (blinking rapidly, about four flashes per second) The drive is powered but not active.

  • Page 198: External Diagnostics Handset

    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.
  • Page 199 Location of the external diagnostics handset Location Callouts The external diagnostics handset is connected to the External diagnostics handset server with an external cable. Magnetic bottom With this component, the diagnostic handset can be attached to the top or side of the rack with hands spared for service tasks.
  • Page 200 Press the select button to select from the options in the menu. Option flow diagram The LCD panel displays various system information. Navigate through the options with the scroll keys. Depending on the model, the options and entries on the LCD display might be different. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 201 Full menu list Following is the list of available options. Switch between an option and the subordinate information entries with the select button, and switch among options or information entries with the scroll buttons. Depending on the model, the options and entries on the LCD display might be different. Chapter 8 Problem determination...
  • Page 202 • Possible sources of the error Configuration Error System VPD Information Sub Menu Example Machine Type: xxxx • Machine type and serial number Serial Num: xxxxxx • Universal Unique ID (UUID) Universal Unique ID: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 203 System Firmware Sub Menu Example UEFI UEFI (Inactive) • Firmware level (status) Build: D0E101P • Build ID Version: 1.00 • Version number Date: 2019-12-26 • Release date XCC Primary XCC Primary (Active) • Firmware level (status) Build: DVI399T • Build ID Version: 4.07 •...

  • Page 204: Xcc System Management Port Leds

    XCC system management port LEDs This topic provides information on LEDs of XCC system management port. The following table describes the problems that are indicated by LEDs on XCC system management port. Figure 128. XCC system management port LEDs ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 205: Power Supply Leds

    Description XCC system management port Use this green LED to distinguish the network connectivity status: (1GB RJ-45) Ethernet port link • Off: The network link is disconnected. • Green: The network link is established. XCC system management port Use this green LED to distinguish the network activity status: (1 GB RJ-45) Ethernet port •...

  • Page 206: System-Board-Assembly Leds

    A system ID button with LED is also located on the front (blue) the server. of the server. You can press the system ID button to turn on/off or blink the front and rear ID LEDs. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 207 RoT security module are installed correctly. (Trained technician only) Reinstall them if needed. 3. If the problem remains, contact Lenovo Support. System status The system status LED indicates • If the system status LED is blinking fast over 5 minutes the working status of the system.

  • Page 208: Leds On The Firmware And Rot Security

    Table 26. System-board-assembly LEDs description (continued) Description Action 4. If the problem still remains, contact Lenovo Support. FPGA heartbeat The FPGA heartbeat LED helps If the FPGA heartbeat LED is always off or always on, do LED (green) you identify the FPGA status.

  • Page 209: General Problem Determination Procedures

    3. Remove or disconnect the following devices if applicable, one at a time, until you find the failure. Power on and configure the server each time you remove or disconnect a device. • Any external devices. • Surge-suppressor device (on the server). • Printer, mouse, and non-Lenovo devices. • Each adapter. • Hard disk drives. Chapter 8...

  • Page 210: Resolving Suspected Power Problems

    • Make sure that the cable rating is sufficient for the data rate of the network. For example, a 1 Gb RJ45 network requires a cable of Cat5e or higher rating. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 211: Troubleshooting By Symptom

    Step 3. Determine whether the switch supports auto-negotiation. If not, try configuring the integrated Ethernet controller manually to match the speed of the switch port. Also, if forward error correction (FEC) modes are supported, make sure that both the adapter and the switch port have matching settings.
  • Page 212 Multiple hard drives fail Complete the following steps until the problem is solved: • View the Lenovo XClarity Controller event log for events related to power supplies or vibration issues and resolve those events. • Make sure that the device drivers and firmware for the hard disk drive and server are at the latest level.
  • Page 213 Multiple hard drives are offline Complete the following steps until the problem is solved: • View the Lenovo XClarity Controller event log for events related to power supplies or vibration issues and resolve those events. • View the storage subsystem log for events related to the storage subsystem and resolve those events.

  • Page 214: Intermittent Problems

    LXPM documentation compatible with your server at https://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/ .) Then, click BMC Settings ➙ POST Watchdog Timer. topic/lxpm_frontend/lxpm_product_page.html 2. If the reset occurs after the operating system starts, do one of the followings: ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 215: Keyboard, Mouse, Kvm Switch Or Usb-Device

    185 for information about viewing the event log. If you are using Linux base operating system, capture all logs back to Lenovo support for further investigation. Keyboard, mouse, KVM switch or USB-device problems Use this information to solve problems related to a keyboard, mouse, KVM switch or USB-device problems.

  • Page 216: Problems

    (trained technician only). 4. Run the memory module diagnostics. When you start a server and press the key according to the on- screen instructions, the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager interface is displayed by default. From ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 217: Monitor And Video Problems

    5. Run the memory module diagnostics. When you start a server and press the key according to the on- screen instructions, the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager interface is displayed by default. You can perform memory diagnostics from this interface. From the Diagnostic page, click Run Diagnostic ➙...
  • Page 218 3. If the server is installed with the graphical adapters while turning on the server, the Lenovo logo is displayed on the screen after approximately 3 minutes. This is normal operation while the system loads. 4. Make sure that: • The server is turned on and there is power supplied to the server.

  • Page 219: Observable Problems

    If the system hangs during the UEFI boot process with the message UEFI: DXE INIT on the display, make sure that Option ROMs were not configured with a setting of Legacy. You can remotely view the current settings for Option ROMs by running the following command using the Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI: onecli config show EnableDisableAdapterOptionROMSupport --bmc xcc_userid:xcc_password@xcc_ipaddress...
  • Page 220 1. Remove any newly added devices and revert the system to the default hardware configuration. 2. Try to restart the system and check if it can boot to the System Setup successfully. • If no, do the following: a. Replace the processor board. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 221 Complete the following steps until the problem is solved. 1. An unusual smell might be coming from newly installed equipment. 2. If the problem remains, contact Lenovo Support. Server seems to be running hot Complete the following steps until the problem is solved.

  • Page 222: Optional-Device Problems

    • “Insufficient PCIe resources are detected.” on page 212 • “A Lenovo optional device that was just installed does not work.” on page 213 • “A Lenovo optional device that worked previously does not work now” on page 213 External USB device is not recognized Complete the following steps until the problem is resolved: 1.

  • Page 223: Performance Problems

    9. DC cycle the system and ensure the system is enter UEFI boot menu or the operating system; then, capture the FFDC log. 10. Contact Lenovo technical support. A Lenovo optional device that was just installed does not work. 1. Make sure that: • The device is supported for the server (see https://static.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/index.shtml...

  • Page 224: Power On And Power Off Problems

    Server Configuration ➙ Boot Options. For information about accessing the management controller user interface, see “Opening and Using the XClarity Controller Web Interface” section in the XCC documentation compatible with your server at: ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 225 6. If everything is still done and the issue cannot be resolved, please collect the failure information with system logs captured to Lenovo support. Server does not power on Complete the following steps until the problem is resolved: 1.

  • Page 226: Power Problems

    2. If you receive any error messages while you use the software, see the information that comes with the software for a description of the messages and suggested solutions to the problem. 3. Contact your place of purchase of the software. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 227: Appendix A. Hardware Disassembling For Recycle

    Remove the screws that secure the system I/O board. Lift and hold the release pin and slide the system I/O board towards the rear to disengage it from the processor board. Step 4. Remove the screws from the processor board as illustrated. © Copyright Lenovo 2022...
  • Page 228 Figure 133. Removing screws from the processor board Table 28. Screw type Screw type Quantity Tool type PH2 screwdriver ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 229 Step 5. Remove the following components from the processor board. • Cable wall (1) • Power supply unit air duct • Cable wall (2) • Handle Figure 134. Removing components from the processor board Step 6. Separate the processor board from the supporting sheet metal. Appendix A.
  • Page 230 Figure 135. Separating the processor board from the supporting sheet metal After you finish After disassembling the system board (system board assembly), recycle the units in compliance with local regulations. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 231: Appendix B. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    Appendix B. 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...

  • Page 232: Collecting Service Data

    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.

  • Page 233: Contacting Support

    Support when certain serviceable events occur in Lenovo XClarity Administrator and the managed endpoints. You can choose to send diagnostic files to Lenovo Support using Call Home or to another service provider using SFTP. You can also manually collect diagnostic files, open a problem record, and send diagnostic files to the Lenovo Support.
  • Page 234 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 235: Appendix C. Documents And Supports

    • UEFI Manual – UEFI setting introduction Support websites This section provides driver and firmware downloads and support resources. Support and downloads • Drivers and Software download website for ThinkSystem SR645 V3 – https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/tw/en/products/servers/thinksystem/sr645v3/7d9c/downloads/ driver-list/ • Lenovo Data Center Forum –...
  • Page 236 – https://static.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/index.shtml • Operating System Installation Instructions – https://thinksystem.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/operating_system/installation_instructions.html • Submit an eTicket (service request) – https://support.lenovo.com/servicerequest • Subscribe to Lenovo Data Center Group product notifications (Stay up to date on firmware updates) – https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/tw/en/solutions/ht509500 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 237: Appendix D. Notices

    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.

  • Page 238: Trademarks

    (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.

  • Page 239: Taiwan Region Bsmi Rohs Declaration

    Taiwan Region BSMI RoHS declaration Taiwan Region import and export contact information Contacts are available for Taiwan Region import and export information. Appendix D. Notices...
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