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ThinkSystem SR645 V3
System Configuration Guide
Machine Types: 7D9C, 7D9D

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  • Page 1 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide Machine Types: 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

    Contents Identify the server and access the Lenovo XClarity Contents ....i Controller ....
  • Page 4 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...

  • Page 5: 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 6: 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 7 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 8 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...

  • Page 9: 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 10: 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 11: 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 12 • 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 13 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 14: 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 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 15 Lenovo recommends that you consult with qualified experts in this field to determine whether you are in compliance with the applicable regulations.
  • Page 16 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 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 17 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 18: 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 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 19 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 20 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 21: 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 22: 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 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 23 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 24: 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 25 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 26 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 System Configuration Guide...

  • Page 27: 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 28: 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 System Configuration Guide...

  • Page 29: 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 30 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 System Configuration Guide...

  • Page 31: 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 32: System Leds And Diagnostics Display

    Different colors and speeds indicate different activities or status of the drive. The following illustration shows the LEDs on a Hard disk drive or solid–state drive. The following table describes the problems that are indicated by drive activity LED and drive status LED. Figure 12. Drive LEDs ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 33 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 34 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 35 Location of the Integrated Diagnostics Panel The Integrated Diagnostics Panel is attached to the front of the server. Location The handle with which the panel can be pulled out from the server. Notes: Callout • The panel can be pushed in or pulled out regardless of the system power status. •...
  • Page 36 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 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 37 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. Home Menu (System Status Dashboard) Home Menu Example...
  • Page 38 • Static IPv6 IP IPv4 Network Mask • Current IPv6 Gateway :x.x.x.x IPv4 Default Gateway • IPv6 DNS : x.x.x.x Note: Only the MAC address that is currently in use is displayed (extension or shared). ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 39 System Environmental Information Sub Menu Example Ambient Temp: 24 C PSU1: Vin= 213 w • Ambient temperature Inlet= 26 C • PSU status FAN1 Front: 21000 RPM • Spinning speed of fans by RPM FAN2 Front: 21000 RPM FAN3 Front: 21000 RPM FAN4 Front: 21000 RPM...
  • Page 40 Note: When unplugging the external handset, see the following instructions: Press the plastic clip on the plug forward. Hold the clip and remove the cable from the connector. Display panel overview The diagnostics device consists of an LCD display and 5 navigation buttons. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 41 LCD display Scroll buttons (up/down/left/right) Press the scroll buttons to locate and select system information. Select button 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.
  • Page 42 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. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 43 Home Menu (System Status Dashboard) Home Menu Example System name System status Active alert quantity Temperature Power consumption Checkpoint code Active Alerts Sub Menu Example Home screen: Active error quantity Note: The “Active Alerts” menu displays only the quantity 1 Active Alerts of active errors.
  • Page 44 • Static IPv6 IP IPv4 Network Mask • Current IPv6 Gateway :x.x.x.x IPv4 Default Gateway • IPv6 DNS : x.x.x.x Note: Only the MAC address that is currently in use is displayed (extension or shared). ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 45 System Environmental Information Sub Menu Example Ambient Temp: 24 C PSU1: Vin= 213 w • Ambient temperature Inlet= 26 C • PSU status FAN1 Front: 21000 RPM • Spinning speed of fans by RPM FAN2 Front: 21000 RPM FAN3 Front: 21000 RPM FAN4 Front: 21000 RPM...
  • Page 46 Fault LED • Yellow: The power supply has failed. To resolve the issue, replace the power supply. System-board-assembly LEDs The following illustrations show the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the system board (system board assembly). ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 47 Figure 16. System-board-assembly LEDs Table 12. System-board-assembly LEDs description Description Action LED on: An error has occurred. System error LED Check system logs or internal error LEDs to identify the (yellow) failed part. For more information, see System error LED. System ID LED This LED helps you visually locate A system ID button with LED is also located on the front...
  • Page 48 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 49 Table 12. 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 50 Replace the system I/O board. b. Replace the processor board. XCC firmware Blink Information only. No action is recoverable error required. XCC firmware is Blink Information only. No action is recovered from error required. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...
  • Page 51 Table 13. LEDs description (continued) FPGA Fatal heart- heart- Scenario AP0 LED AP1 LED Error Actions beat beat note note Blink UEFI firmware Information only. No action is authentication failure required. UEFI firmware is Information only. No action is recovered from required.
  • Page 52 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...

  • Page 53: 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 54 • 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 55: 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 56 • Power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region. ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...

  • Page 57: 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 58 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 59: 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 60 Complete the following procedures to configure the system. For detailed instructions. Refer to Chapter 5 “System configuration” on page 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.

  • Page 61: Chapter 5. 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 62 (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 63 • 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 64: 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 65: 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 66: 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 67 “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...
  • Page 68 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...

  • Page 69: Appendix A. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    Appendix A. 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 70: 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 71: 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 72 ThinkSystem SR645 V3 System Configuration Guide...

  • Page 73: Appendix B. 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 74 • 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 System Configuration Guide...

  • Page 75: Appendix C. 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 76: 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 77: 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 C. Notices...
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