Chapter 1. The Thinkserver Rd120 Server - Lenovo RD120 - ThinkServer - 6447 User Manual

Chapter 1. The ThinkServer RD120 server

The Lenovo
server is a 5-U-high, high-performance server. It is ideally suited for networking
environments that require superior microprocessor performance, improved systems
management, and flexible memory and data management.
The server has two model styles, which are based on the size and number of hard
disk drive bays:
v The 3.5-inch models have six 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive bays. Install only
v The 2.5-inch models have eight 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive bays and one
Throughout this documentation, the terms 2.5-inch models and 3.5-inch models will
be used to distinguish between the server styles.
Performance, ease of use, reliability, and expansion capabilities were key
considerations in the design of the server. These design features make it possible
for you to customize the system hardware to meet your needs today and provide
flexible expansion capabilities for the future.
The server comes with a limited warranty. For information about the terms of the
warranty and getting service and assistance, see the Warranty and Support
Information document.
You can obtain up-to-date information about the server and other Lenovo server
products at: http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver.
Attention:
power supplies and connecting and disconnecting power refers to ac power
supplies only. If the server contains dc power supplies, see the documentation that
comes with the dc power supplies. In a dc power environment, only trained service
personnel other than Lenovo service technicians are authorized to connect or
disconnect power to the dc power supply and to install and remove a dc power
supply.
1. Racks are measured in vertical increments of 4.45 cm (1.75 inches) each. Each increment is called a "U." A 1-U-high device is
1.75 inches tall.
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3.5-inch drives in these models. If you intend to install an optional tape drive, the
tape drive will occupy two of the six 3.5-inch drive bays.
3.5-inch tape-drive bay. Install only 2.5-inch hard disk drives and an optional
3.5-inch tape drive in these models.
The information in this document regarding installing and removing
RD120 (Machine Types 6444, 6445, 6446, and 6447)
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