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.
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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.
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Chapter 1. Introduction Lenovo ThinkSystem SD550 V3 (Types 7DD2 and 7DD9) is a dense and economical two-socket node in a 2U rack form factor. Combining the efficiency and density of blades with the value and simplicity of rack-based servers, SD550 V3 delivers a cost-efficient scaleout platform that is thermally designed to deliver maximum performance in the smallest footprint.
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The Lenovo XClarity Controller consolidates multiple management functions in a single chip on the server system board. Some of the features that are unique to the Lenovo XClarity Controller are enhanced performance, higher-resolution remote video, and expanded security options.
The node provides a QR code on the system service label, which is on the node top cover, that you can scan using a QR code reader and scanner with a mobile device to get quick access to the Lenovo Service Information website.
Security advisories Lenovo is committed to developing products and services that adhere to the highest security standards in order to protect our customers and their data. When potential vulnerabilities are reported, it is the responsibility of the Lenovo Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT) to investigate and provide information to our customers so they may put mitigation plans in place as we work toward providing solutions.
Specifications Summary of the features and specifications of the chassis and node. Depending on the model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. Refer to the below table for specifications categories and the content of each category. Node technical Node mechanical Environmental...
Note: For the supported nodes for the D3 chassis, see . Node technical specifications Summary of the technical specifications of the node. Depending on the model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
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• Supports UPI v2.0 links at higher width (x96) and speed: up to 12.8, 14.4, 16 GT/s • Thermal Design Power (TDP): up to 350 watts For a list of supported processors, see: https://serverproven.lenovo.com Memory Memory See “Memory module installation rules and order” in the User Guide or Hardware Maintenance Guide for detailed information about memory configuration and setup.
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– Each PCIe expansion slot can support up to 75 watt PCIe adapter. • OCP module – One OCP module slot Graphics processing unit (GPU) Graphics processing unit (GPU) • Up to two 75-watt low-profile GPUs For a list of supported GPUs, see: https://serverproven.lenovo.com ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
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Integrated functions and I/O connectors Integrated functions • Lenovo XClarity Controller (XCC), which provides service processor control and monitoring functions, video controller, and remote keyboard, video, mouse, and remote drive capabilities. • One XCC system management port to connect to a systems-management network. This RJ-45 connector is dedicated to the Lenovo XClarity Controller functions and runs at 10/100/1000 Mbps speed.
“Deploy the operating system” on page Node mechanical specifications Summary of the mechanical specifications of the ThinkSystem SD550 V3 node. Depending on the model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. Dimension ThinkSystem SD550 V3 node •...
Lenovo recommends that you consult with qualified experts in this field to determine whether you are in compliance with the applicable regulations.
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Ambient temperature management Ambient temperature management Adjust ambient temperature when specific components are installed. Notes: • To avoid throttling, make sure to adopt passive Direct Attach cables when network adapters with 100GbE or higher speed are installed. • Depending on the configuration, the processors require different types of heat sink. 1.
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– One OCP module – One of the following: 1. Up to sixteen 128 GB DIMMs with up to two PCIe adapters 2. Up to sixteen 96 GB DIMMs with up to two GPU adapters ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
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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.
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Surface debris is randomly collected from 10 areas of the data center on a 1.5 cm diameter disk of sticky electrically conductive tape on a metal stub. If examination of the sticky tape in a scanning electron microscope reveals no zinc whiskers, the data center is considered free of zinc whiskers. ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
• Mobile application • Redfish API Usage and downloads https://pubs.lenovo.com/lxcc-overview/ Application that reports the XCC events to local OS system log. Interface • CLI application Lenovo XCC Logger Utility Usage and downloads • https://pubs.lenovo.com/lxcc-logger-linux/ • https://pubs.lenovo.com/lxcc-logger-windows/ Centralized interface for multi-server management.
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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:// pubs.lenovo.com/lxpm-overview/...
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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 Administrator, Lenovo XClarity Essentials, or Lenovo XClarity Controller.
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Node tray 1 Node tray 2 Node front view The following illustrations show the controls and connectors in the front view of the ThinkSystem SD550 V3 node. Depending on the specific configuration, some of the components or connectors might not be supported.
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Figure 2. Configuration with up to six 2.5-inch drives Table 4. Components in the front view of the ThinkSystem SD550 V3 node 2.5-inch drive bays Front operator panel buttons and LEDs Drive activity LED USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) connector...
This tab contains below information: • Network information such as MAC address and XCC network access label. • Drive bay numbers. For more information about this tab, see “Identify the system and access the Lenovo XClarity Controller” on page VGA connector Connect a monitor to this connector.
“Power supply LED” on page Node rear view The following illustrations show the controls and connectors on the rear of the ThinkSystem SD550 V3 node. Depending on the specific configuration, some of the components or connectors might not be supported.
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Figure 4. Rear view of the ThinkSystem SD550 V3 node Table 6. Components on the rear view XCC system management port (10/100/1000 Mbps RJ- PCIe slot 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) connector PCIe slot 2 USB 2.0 connector with Lenovo XClarity Controller...
In this mode, the USB port is always solely connected to Lenovo XClarity Controller. • Shared mode: owned by BMC In this mode, connection to the USB port is shared by the server and Lenovo XClarity Controller, while the port is switched to Lenovo XClarity Controller.
Note: Depending on the specific configuration, the hardware might look slightly different from the illustrations in this section. Figure 7. Top view of SD550 V3 Table 7. Components on the top view 2.5-inch drive cage assembly Power bus bar 2.5-inch drive backplane Fans and fan cage DIMMs 1-8 GPU air duct...
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Notes: • The firmware of the chassis midplane can be updated via Lenovo XClarity Controller (XCC) and Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI (LXCE OneCLI). Only the caretaker node can perform this update.
System-board layout The following sections provide information about the connectors, switches, and jumpers that are available on the system board. For more information about the LEDs that are available on the system board, see “System-board LEDs” on page System-board connectors The following illustrations show the internal connectors on the system board.
Normal (default) ME recovery Forces ME into recovery mode Normal (default) BMC force update Normal (default) Forces XCC boot Ignores Power Permission and allows FPGA power permission Normal (default) system to power on override ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
SW13 switch block Table 10. SW13 switch block definition Usage description Switch Switch name number (Reserved) (Reserved) Normal (default) Debug Atscale Normal (default) Forces to enable the Atscale feature RTS (Real time clock) Normal (default) Clears CMOS data reset Normal (default) FPGA MFG mode Enables FPGA MFG mode Normal (default)
Use this system ID LED to visually locate the server. The LED can be changed to on, blinking, or off. You can use the Lenovo XClarity Controller or a remote management program to change the state of the system ID LED to assist in visually locating the server among other servers.
Press this button to force a non-maskable interrupt to the processor. A pen or the end of a straightened paper clip might be needed to press this button. This button can also be used to force a blue-screen memory dump (only when you are directed to do so by Lenovo Support). Power supply LED This topic provides information about various power supply LED status and corresponding action suggestions.
1. Check the power supply unit (PSU) or power distribution board (PDB). If the PSU or PDB has any error, replace it. 2. If there is no problem with the PSU or PDB, replace the system board. ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
Table 12. LEDs description (continued) Fatal heart- Error beat note Scenario AP0 LED AP1 LED Actions Blink XCC firmware recoverable error XCC firmware is recovered from error Information only. No action is UEFI firmware authentication Blink failure required. UEFI firmware is recovered from authentication failure System is OK Note: For locations of the XCC heartbeat LED, see...
Use this green LED to distinguish the network activity status: management port • Off: The server is disconnected from a LAN. (10/100/1000 • Green (blinking): The network is connected and active. Mbps RJ-45) Ethernet port activity LED ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
External Diagnostics Handset The External Diagnostics Handset is an external device that is connected to the server with a cable, and it allows quick access to system information such as errors, system status, firmware, network, and health information. Location of the External Diagnostics Handset Location Callouts The External Diagnostics Handset is connected to the...
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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 SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
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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 2 Hardware components...
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• Possible sources of the error CPU 1 Status: 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 SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
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System Firmware Sub Menu Example XCC Primary XCC Primary (Active) • Firmware level (status) Build: DVI399T • Build ID Version: 4.07 • Version number Date: 2020-04-07 • Release date XCC Backup XCC Backup (Active) • Firmware level (status) Build: D8BT05I •...
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• Set UEFI Memory Test This will request the BMC to reboot itself. • Request Virtual Reseat Hold √ for 3 seconds • Modify XCC Static IPv4 Address/Net mask/Gateway • Modify System Name • Generate/Download FFDC Service Data ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
Tier 1 CRU at your request with no service agreement, you will be charged for the installation. • T2: 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.
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D3 Chassis Node tray rear filler Chassis midplane PSU cage CRPS power supply unit PSU filler Chassis rear shipping brackets (left and right) Node tray front filler Chassis front EIA brackets (left and right) ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
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Node components Figure 16. Node components Description Type Description Type Top cover System board PCIe riser filler Firmware and RoT security module PCIe riser Node tray PCIe adapter OCP 3.0 module GPU PCIe filler (non-vented) 2.5-inch drive filler 7 mm 2.5-inch drive PCIe filler (vented) GPU air duct 15 mm 2.5-inch drive...
The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for the country in which the equipment will be installed. • Power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region. ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
They might be required to receive warranty service. Identify the system and access the Lenovo XClarity Controller This section contains instruction on how to identify the system and where to find the Lenovo XClarity Controller access information.
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Lenovo XClarity Controller network access label In addition, the Lenovo XClarity Controller network access label for the node can be found on the pull-out information tag located at the front of the node. This pull-out information tag also shows the bay numbers of the hot-swap drives.
Figure 18. Lenovo XClarity Controller network access label on the pull-out information tab Service Label and QR code In addition, the System Service Label is located on the inside surface of the node cover, providing a quick response (QR) code for mobile access to service information. You can scan the QR code with a mobile device using a QR code reader application and get quick access to the Service Information web page.
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• You can press the power button. • The node can restart automatically after a power interruption. • The node 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 system.
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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 system, if necessary. 3. Configure the firmware for the system.
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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.
ID button. To connect using the Lenovo XClarity Administrator Mobile app: 1. Connect the USB cable of your mobile device to the Lenovo XClarity Controller USB connector on the server. 2. On your mobile device, enable USB tethering.
Enterprise Server (SLES) operating system distributions. Machine-type-specific firmware-only Update Bundles (Service Packs) 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: Chapter 5 System configuration...
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√ Lenovo XClarity devices (BoMC (BoMC Essentials Out-of- applica- applica- Bootable Media band tion) tion) Creator (BoMC) Off- Target In-band All I/O √ √ √ Lenovo XClarity devices Administrator Out-of- (LXCA) band Off- Target ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
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4. Bare Metal Update (BMU) only. • Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager From Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager, you can update the Lenovo XClarity Controller firmware, the UEFI firmware, and the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager software. Note: By default, the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager Graphical User Interface is displayed when you start the server and press the key specified in the on-screen instructions.
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• 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.
Several options are available to install and set up the firmware for the server. Important: Lenovo does not recommend setting option ROMs to Legacy, but you can conduct this setting if necessary. Note that this setting prevents UEFI drivers for the slot devices from loading, which may cause negative side effects to Lenovo software, such as LXCA, OneCLI, and XCC.
You can configure the management processor for the server through the Lenovo XClarity Controller Web interface, the command-line interface, or Redfish API. For information about configuring the server using Lenovo XClarity Controller, see: “Configuring the Server” section in the XCC documentation compatible with your server at https:// pubs.lenovo.com/lxcc-overview/...
OS logical drives or volumes. An introduction to RAID is available at the following Lenovo Press website: https://lenovopress.lenovo.com/lp0578-lenovo-raid-introduction Detailed information about RAID management tools and resources is available at the following Lenovo Press website: https://lenovopress.lenovo.com/lp0579-lenovo-raid-management-tools-and-resources Intel VROC...
Available tools: – Lenovo XClarity Administrator https://pubs.lenovo.com/lxca/compute_node_image_deployment – Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI https://pubs.lenovo.com/lxce-onecli/onecli_r_uxspi_proxy_tool – Lenovo XClarity Integrator deployment pack for SCCM (for Windows operating system only) https://pubs.lenovo.com/lxci-deploypack-sccm/dpsccm_c_endtoend_deploy_scenario • Single-server Available tools: – Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager “OS Installation” section in the LXPM documentation compatible with your server at https:// pubs.lenovo.com/lxpm-overview/...
Note: All processors in a system must be installed with identical Intel On Demand feature. Installation tool Intel On Demand can be installed via Lenovo XClarity Controller (XCC) and Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI (LXCE OneCLI). After confirming that your processor supports Intel On Demand, you also need to make sure the XCC and LXCE OneCLI installed in your system supports installing Intel On Demand.
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Authorization Code to acquire the Activation Key. https://fod.lenovo.com/lkms 5. In the website, input Machine Type, Machine serial number, and PPIN. 6. The website will generate the Activation Key. Download the Activation Key. ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
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Report” on page The State Report represents the current configuration state of the Intel On Demand capable processors. Lenovo accepts State Reports from customers to calibrate the current state of the Intel On Demand capable processors. 10. To see the features installed in a processor, see “Checking the Intel On Demand features installed in a...
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4. In the response JSON object, the ProcessorId field shows the ProtectedIdentificationNumber field, which is the PPIN info of the requested CPU. For example: "ProcessorId":{ "ProtectedIdentificationNumber":"1234567890xxxyyy" Reading PPIN via LXCE OneCLI Input the following command: OneCli.exe fod showppin -b XCC_USER:XCC_PASSW0RD@XCC_HOST ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
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Install Intel On Demand features to the processor with the Activation Key downloaded from the https:// via XCC Web GUI, XCC REST API or LXCE OneCLI. fod.lenovo.com/lkms Use XCC Web GUI to install Intel On Demand 1. Open XCC Web GUI, go to BMC Configuration ➙ License ➙ On Demand Capabilities for Intel CPU ➙...
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OneCli.exe fod install --keyfile <key_file> If successfully installed, the response will show: Successfully install key Call Lenovo support if the response shows the following: Failed to install key Acquiring and uploading Intel On Demand State Report After completing enabling or transferring Intel On Demand, acquire and upload the State Report via XCC Web GUI, XCC REST API, and LXCE OneCLI.
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"title": "ExportStateReport", "target": "/redfish/v1/LicenseService/Licenses/CPUX_OnDemandCapability/Actions/Oem/LenovoLicense.ExportStateReport" In the following example, the response of the target field is the CPU 1 State Report API. Copy the CPU 1 State Report API. "Actions": { "Oem": { "#LenovoLicense.ExportStateReport": { "title": "ExportStateReport", "target": "/redfish/v1/LicenseService/Licenses/CPU1_OnDemandCapability/Actions/Oem/LenovoLicense.ExportStateReport" 3. Retrieve the State Report. a.
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For example, to retrieve Intel On Demand features installed on CPU 1, see the following: GET https://bmc_ip/redfish/v1/LicenseService/Licenses/CPU1_OnDemandCapability 2. In the response JSON object, the FeatureList field contains the Intel On Demand features installed in this processor. ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
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"Oem": { "Lenovo":{ "FeatureList":[] "@odata.type":"" Use LXCE OneCLI to check the Intel On Demand features installed in a processor 1. Check installed features with the following command: OneCli.exe fod report -b XCC_USER:XCC_PASSWORD@XCC_HOST 2. The output shows all license, including Intel On Demand features. For example: Intel On Demand Features Intel On Demand features are listed below.
The activation key format is invalid Check if you have uploaded the correct Activation Key file. If the error persists, contact Lenovo support. Invalid processor PPIN in Activation key Contact Lenovo support. The license was installed in the processor already You have already installed this activation key.
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...
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.
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.
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• 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 SD550 V3 – https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/products/servers/thinksystem/sd550v3/7dd2/downloads/driver-list • Lenovo Data Center Forum –...
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• Operating System Installation Instructions – https://pubs.lenovo.com/thinksystem#os-installation • 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/solutions/ht509500 ThinkSystem SD550 V3 System Configuration Guide...
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(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.
Taiwan Region BSMI RoHS declaration Taiwan import and export contact information Contacts are available for Taiwan import and export information. Appendix C. Notices...
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