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  • Page 1 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide Machine Type: 7D93, 7D94, and 7D95...
  • 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: https://pubs.lenovo.com/safety_documentation/ 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 (May 2023) ©...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ....118 Identify the server and access the Lenovo XClarity Controller ....
  • Page 4 Chapter 7. System configuration . . . 433 Remove a processor and heat sink ..237 Set the network connection for the Lenovo XClarity Controller ....433 Separate the processor from carrier and heat sink .
  • Page 5 Set front USB port for Lenovo XClarity Controller Monitor and video problems ..469 connection....434 Network problems ... . 471 Update the firmware .
  • Page 6 ThinkSystem SR860 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 2023...

  • 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 SR860 V3 User Guide viii...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Chapter 1. Introduction The ThinkSystem SR860 V3 server (Types 7D93, 7D94, and 7D95) is a 4U rack server designed for high- volume network transaction processing. This high-performance, multi-core server is ideally suited for networking environments that require superior processor performance, input/output (I/O) flexibility, and high manageability.

  • Page 12: Tech Tips

    The server provides a QR code on the system service label, which is on the cover of the server, 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.

  • Page 13: Security Advisories

    Follow the on-screen instructions to choose the category for the problem that you are having. 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...
  • Page 14 – 4800 MT/s for 1 DIMM per channel – 4400 MT/s for 2 DIMMs per channel • Minimum memory: 32 GB • Maximum memory: 16 TB For a list of supported memory modules, see https://serverproven.lenovo.com ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 15 • 42 mm (2242) • 60 mm (2260) • 80 mm (2280) • 110 mm (22110) For a list of supported M.2 drives, see: https://serverproven.lenovo.com Storage expansion 2.5-inch drive configuration: • Forty-eight 2.5-inch drive bays: – Bay 0 to 23 support SAS/SATA/NVMe drives.
  • Page 16 • 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 17 • ThinkSystem RAID 540-8i PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter • ThinkSystem RAID 940-8e 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter For more information about the RAID/HBA adapters, see Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID Adapter and HBA Reference Host bus adapter • ThinkSystem 4350-16i SAS/SATA 12Gb HBA •...

  • Page 18: Mechanical Specifications

    • OS deployment instructions, see “Deploy the operating system” on page 441. Mechanical specifications Summary of the mechanical specifications of server. Depending on the model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 19: Environmental Specifications

    Dimension 4U server • Height: 175 mm (6.9 inches) • Width: – With rack handles: 482 mm (19.0 inches) – Without rack handles: 434.4 mm (17.1 inches) • Depth: 869 mm (34.21 inches) Weight • 2.5-inch drive configuration: – 59 kg (130.1 lb) maximum Environmental specifications Summary of the environmental specifications of server.
  • Page 20 Lenovo recommends that you consult with qualified experts in this field to determine whether you are in compliance with the applicable regulations.
  • Page 21 Ambient temperature management Adjust ambient temperature when specific components are installed: • The ambient temperature must be limited to 45°C or lower if the server has 48 drives and any of the following components: – CPU with 270W or lower TDP (except 6434H) –...
  • Page 22 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...

  • Page 23: Management Options

    on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination. Implementation of such remedial measures is a customer responsibility. Table 1. Limits for particulates and gases Contaminant Limits Reactive gases Severity level G1 as per ANSI/ISA 71.04-1985 • The copper reactivity level shall be less than 200 Å/month (Å/month ≈ 0.0035 μg/cm -hour weight gain).
  • Page 24 Portable and light toolset for server configuration, data collection, and firmware updates. Suitable both for single-server or multi-server management contexts. Interface • OneCLI: CLI application Lenovo XClarity Essentials • Bootable Media Creator: CLI application, GUI application toolset • UpdateXpress: GUI application Usage and downloads http://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/xclarity_essentials/overview.html ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 25 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 26 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.

  • Page 27: Chapter 2. Server Components

    External diagnostics handset connector System ID button/LED (blue) 2.5-inch drive bays (bay 0 to 23) System error LED (yellow) USB 2.0 connector with Lenovo XClarity Controller Drive activity LED (green) management Drive status LED (yellow) USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) connector...
  • Page 28 ID button, the state of the system ID LED changes. The LED 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 LED to assist in visually locating the server among other servers.
  • Page 29 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.

  • Page 30: Rear View

    (Gen4 x16) x16 (Gen5 x16) Slot 7 x16 (Gen4 x8) x16 (Gen4 x8) x16 (Gen5 x16) Slot 8 x16 (Gen4 x8) x16 (Gen4 x16) x16 (Gen4 x16) Notes: • Slot 7-8 supports FHHL PCIe adapters only. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 31 • Slot 3-6 supports FHFL PCIe adapters with PCIe riser extender installed. – Slot 4 supports DW FHFL GPU installed in slot 3 and 4. – Slot 6 supports DW FHFL GPU installed in slot 5 and 6. PCIe riser 2 See the following table for PCIe slots corresponding to the PCIe risers.
  • Page 32 Connect a monitor to this connector. XCC system management port (1 GB RJ-45) The server has a 1 GB RJ-45 connector dedicated to Lenovo XClarity Controller (XCC) functions. Through the system management port, you can access the Lenovo XClarity Controller directly by connecting your laptop to the management port using an Ethernet cable.

  • Page 33: Top View

    • “Set the network connection for the Lenovo XClarity Controller” on page 433 • “XCC system management port LEDs” on page 455 OCP slot 1 The OCP slot supports the following: • OCP module with two or four extra Ethernet connectors for network connections. One of the Ethernet ports on the OCP module can also function as a management port with shared management capacity.

  • Page 34: Front I/O Module

    The front I/O module of the server provides controls, connectors, and LEDs. The front I/O module varies by model. The following illustrations show the front I/O module for different server models. To locate the front I/O module, see Chapter 2 “Server components” on page ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 35 ID button, the state of the system ID LED changes. The LED 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 LED to assist in visually locating the server among other servers.
  • Page 36 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.

  • Page 37: System Board Assembly Layout

    Description Status Color Slow blinking (about The server is off and is ready to be powered on (standby state). Green one flash per second) The server is on and running. Solid on Green System board assembly layout This section provides information about the connectors, switches, and jumpers that are available on the system board assembly.

  • Page 38: System-Board-Assembly Connectors

    The following illustrations show the internal connectors on the system board assembly. Figure 11. System-board-assembly connectors Table 9. System-board-assembly connectors Backplane 3 power connector Internal USB connector Second management Ethernet connector Fan 2 connector Backplane 7 power connector PCIe riser 1 connector ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 39: System-Board-Assembly Switches

    Important: 1. Before you change any switch settings or move any jumpers, turn off the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. Review the following information: • https://pubs.lenovo.com/safety_documentation/ • “Installation Guidelines” on page 43 • “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 46 •...
  • Page 40 Changing the switch to the On position to enable ME boots to recovery. Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved SW4 switch block The following table describes the functions of the SW4 switch block on the system board assembly. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 41: System Leds And Diagnostics Display

    Table 11. System-board-assembly SW4 switch block description Default position Description Switch number When the switch is in the default Off position, the server will boot by using the primary XClarity Controller firmware. Change this switch to the On position, to enable the server to boot by using a backup of the XClarity Controller firmware.
  • Page 42 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 43: Chapter 3. Parts List

    2. Click Parts. 3. Enter the serial number to view a listing of parts for your server. It is highly recommended that you check the power summary data for your server using Lenovo Capacity Planner before purchasing any new parts.
  • Page 44 Tier 1 CRU at your request with no service agreement, you will be charged for the installation. • 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.
  • Page 45 For more information about ordering parts: 1. Go to and navigate to the support page for your server. http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com 2. Click Parts. 3. Enter the serial number to view a listing of parts for your server. Front top cover √...
  • Page 46 Full-length GPU adapter √ Labels kit (PCIe riser cables) √ Cable √ System service label √ Management NIC adapter √ Note: * For memory modules in memory module slot 1-32 when 2U performance PHM are installed. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 47: 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 48 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 49: 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 50 Lenovo XClarity Controller network access label In addition, the Lenovo XClarity Controller network access label is attached to the pull-out information tab located near the top center on the front of the chassis, with MAC address accessible with a pull.

  • Page 51: Server Setup Checklist

    Figure 16. Service Label and QR code Server setup checklist Use the server setup checklist to ensure that you have performed all tasks that are required to set up your server. The server setup procedure varies depending on the configuration of the server when it was delivered. In some cases, the server is fully configured and you just need to connect the server to the network and an AC power source, and then you can power on the server.
  • Page 52 • 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 53: Chapter 5. Hardware Replacement Procedures

    • 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: – Make sure that you can stand steadily without slipping. – Distribute the weight of the object equally between your feet. © Copyright Lenovo 2023...

  • Page 54: 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 55: 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 56: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    Supported memory types For information on the types of memory module supported by this server, see “Memory” section in “Technical specifications” on page Information about optimizing memory performance and configuring memory is available at the Lenovo Press website: https://lenovopress.lenovo.com/servers/options/memory In addition, you can take advantage of a memory configurator, which is available at the following site:...
  • Page 57 Specific information about the required installation order of memory modules in your server based on the system configuration and memory mode that you are implementing is shown below. Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...
  • Page 58 Table 13. Memory slot and channel identification Processor CPU 1 iMC1 iMC0 iMC2 iMC3 Controller Channel Slot No. DIMM No. Processor CPU 2 iMC1 iMC0 iMC2 iMC3 Controller Channel ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 59: Independent Memory Mode Installation Order

    Table 13. Memory slot and channel identification (continued) Slot No. DIMM No. Processor CPU 3 iMC3 iMC2 iMC0 iMC1 Controller Channel Slot No. DIMM No. Processor CPU 4 iMC3 iMC2 iMC0 iMC1 Controller Channel Slot No. DIMM No. Memory module installation guideline •...
  • Page 60 The following table shows the sequence of populating memory modules for independent mode when three processors are installed. Table 15. Independent mode with three processors Total Processor 1 DIMMs 3 DIMMs 6 DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs Total Processor 2 DIMMs ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 61 Table 15. Independent mode with three processors (continued) 3 DIMMs 6 DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs Total Processor 3 DIMMs 3 DIMMs 6 DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs DIMMs Note: DIMM configurations that support the Sub NUMA Clustering (SNC) feature, which can be enabled via UEFI.
  • Page 62 64 DIMMs Note: DIMM configurations that support the Sub NUMA Clustering (SNC) feature, which can be enabled via UEFI. SNC is not supported if DIMM population does not follow the sequence indicated by the table above. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 63: Memory Mirroring Mode Installation Order

    Memory mirroring mode installation order Memory-mirroring mode provides full memory redundancy while reducing the total system memory capacity in half. Memory channels are grouped in pairs with each channel receiving the same data. If a failure occurs, the memory controller switches from the DIMMs on the primary channel to the DIMMs on the backup channel.

  • Page 64: Drive Backplane Installation Rules And Order

    64 DIMMs Drive backplane installation rules and order This section contains information on the drive backplane installation rules and order. The server supports up to six drive backplanes with the following corresponding drive bay numbers. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 65: Pcie Riser And Adapter Installation Rules And Order

    Figure 18. Drive backplane numbering Table 20. Drive backplanes and corresponding drive bays Drive backplane Drive bay Supported drive backplanes Supported drives Backplane 1 0 to 7 • 2.5-inch AnyBay 8-bay drive • 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe backplane Backplane 2 8 to 15 drives •...
  • Page 66 ThinkSystem Nvidia PCIe Gen4 x16 Passive Aux ThinkSystem NVIDIA ConnectX-7 NDR400 7, 19, 18, 6, 16, 4 OSFP 1-Port PCIe Gen5 Adapter Double-wide GPU 18, 6, 16, 4 Single-wide GPU 18, 6, 16, 4, 3, 15, 5, 17 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 67: Power On And Power Off The Server

    • 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. For information about powering off the server, see “Power off the server”...

  • Page 68: 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 69 Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 43 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 44 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 •...
  • Page 70 Otherwise, lift the server with three people or a lifting device. CAUTION: Make sure to lift the server by holding the lift points. Lift point Step 3. Remove the server along with the inner rails from rack. Install the front lift handle. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 71 Slide the server out until it stops. Pinch both flaps on the side of the handles. Align the handles with the 6 posts on the sides of the server; then slide the handles up to secure them to the chassis. CAUTION: Make sure to install both front lift handles first before proceeding sliding out.
  • Page 72 CAUTION: Make sure to install both rear lift handles first before proceeding sliding out. Lift the second lock latches up and remove the server completely from the rack; then place it on a table. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 73 Step 4. Remove the lift handles. Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...
  • Page 74 Align the handles with the 6 posts on the sides of the server; then, slide the handles down to remove them. Note: Make sure to remove all 4 lift handles. Step 5. Loosen and remove an M4 screw in the corresponding hole on both inner rails as shown. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 75: Install The Server To Rails

    Step 6. Remove the inner rail from the server. Press the release tab. Push the inner rail backwards until the T-pins on the server disengaged from the inner rail. Step 7. Repeat the previous two steps on the other rail. Install the server to rails About this task S036...
  • Page 76 Otherwise, lift the server with three people or a lifting device. CAUTION: Make sure to lift the server by holding the lift points. Lift point Step 2. Remove the inner rails from the intermediate rails. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 77 Pull the inner rails all the way out until they stop. Lift the lock latches, and pull the inner rails to disengage them from the intermediate rails. Attention: There are two pairs of lock latches on the rails. Lift the second pair of latches to proceed to slide the inner rails out.
  • Page 78 Step 4. Insert and tighten an M4 screw to secure the inner rail as shown. Step 5. Repeat the previous two steps on the other rail. Step 6. Attach the lift handle. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 79 Pinch both flaps on the side of the handles. Align the handles with the 6 posts on the sides of the server; then slide the handles up to secure them to the chassis. Notes: • Make sure all 6 posts are secured. •...
  • Page 80 Note: Make sure to remove both rear lift handles before proceeding sliding in. Lift the first pair of lock latches to proceed to slide the server in until the rails snap into place. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 81 Remove the front lift handles. Pinch both flaps on the side of the handles. Align the handles with the 6 posts on the sides of the server; then, slide the handles down to remove them. Note: Make sure to remove both front lift handles before proceeding to slide the server in. CAUTION: Do not lift the second lock latches until all handles are properly removed.
  • Page 82 Insert and tighten an M5 screw along with a washer to the hole below each hook latch. Open the rack release latches. Tighten the captive screws clockwise with a Phillips screwdriver. After you finish Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 281. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 83: Remove The Rails From The Rack

    Remove the rails from the rack Procedure Step 1. Remove the server from rails. See “Remove the server from rails” on page Step 2. Remove the rails from the rack. Front Rear Rotate and hold the latch on the front end. Push the rail forward and remove the rail from the front mounting flanges.

  • Page 84: Remove The 7Mm Drive Cage

    Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube Remove the 7mm drive cage Follow the instructions in this section to remove the 7mm drive cage. About this task Attention: ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 85 • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 43 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 44 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 •...
  • Page 86 Figure 21. Removing 7mm drive cage bracket Remove the screw that secures the 7mm drive cage bracket. Slide the 7mm drive cage bracket away from the connectors and remove it. Step 5. Remove the 7mm drive backplanes. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 87 Figure 22. Disassembling 7mm drive cage Unfasten the two screws from the upper backplane; then, remove the upper backplane from the lower backplane. Unfasten the screw from the lower backplane; then, remove the lower backplane from the drive cage. Step 6. If necessary, install the 7mm drive cage bracket to the filler.
  • Page 88 Remove the PCIe riser where the 7mm drive cage is installed. See “Remove the PCIe riser” on page 174. Step 2. Disconnect the cables from the 7mm drive cage. Step 3. Remove the 7mm drive cage. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 89 Figure 25. Removing 7mm drive cage from riser Remove the two screws that secure the drive cage to the PCIe riser. Rotate the drive cage outwards away from the PCIe riser cage to remove it. Step 4. Remove the 7mm drive cage bracket. Figure 26.

  • Page 90: Install The 7Mm Drive Cage

    • If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top covers, or remove the server from the rack. See “Remove the server from rails” on page ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 91 Note: For more details on the different types of risers, see “Rear view” on page Depending on your configuration, follow the corresponding procedures below for proper installation procedure. • See “Install 7mm drive cage to two slot FH riser” on page 81 for the following risers: –...
  • Page 92 Figure 30. Removing 7mm drive cage bracket Remove the screw that secures the 7mm drive cage bracket. Slide the 7mm drive cage bracket towards the front of the filler and remove it. Step 4. Install the 7mm drive cage bracket. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 93 Figure 31. Installing 7mm drive cage bracket Align the 7mm drive cage bracket with the drive cage and slide it towards the connectors. Secure the 7mm drive cage bracket with a screw. Step 5. Install the 7mm drive cage. Figure 32. Installing 7mm drive cage to riser Install the drive cage into the PCIe riser cage.
  • Page 94 Figure 34. Installing 7mm drive cage bracket Align the 7mm drive cage bracket with the drive cage and slide it away from the connectors. Secure the 7mm drive cage bracket with a screw. Step 3. Install the 7mm drive cage. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 95: Install A 7Mm Drive

    Figure 35. Installing 7mm drive cage to riser Install the drive cage into the PCIe riser cage. Secure the drive cage with two screws. Step 4. Connect the cables to the 7mm drive cage. See “7mm drive backplane cable routing” on page 416 for more information on the internal cable routing.
  • Page 96 Gently rotate the release latch away to unlock the drive handle. Step 3. Slide the drive into the drive bay, and push it until it stops; then, rotate the handle back to the locked position. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 97: Air Baffle Replacement

    Figure 37. Installing 7mm drives Ensure that the tray handle is in the open position. Slide the drive into the drive bay, and push it until it stops. Rotate the handle back to the locked position. After you finish 1. Check the drive status LED to verify if the drive is operating correctly. •...
  • Page 98 Step 3. If an M.2 boot adapter is installed, disconnect the cables from the M.2 boot adapter. SATA/x4 NVMe M.2 boot adapter Figure 39. Disconnecting cable from SATA/x4 NVMe M.2 boot adapter SATA/NVMe M.2 boot adapter ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 99 Figure 40. Disconnecting cable from SATA M.2 boot adapter Loosen the captive screw that secures the cable with a screwdriver. Disconnect the cables from the M.2 boot adapter. Step 4. Lift the cables routed through the front air baffle and set them aside. Figure 41.

  • Page 100: Install The Front Air Baffle

    Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube Install the front air baffle Follow the instructions in this section to install the front air baffle. About this task Attention: ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 101 • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 43 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 44 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 •...
  • Page 102 Figure 44. Routing cable through front air baffle Step 4. If applicable, connect the cables to the M.2 boot adapter. SATA/x4 NVMe M.2 boot adapter Figure 45. Connecting cable to SATA/x4 NVMe M.2 boot adapter SATA/NVMe M.2 boot adapter ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 103 Figure 46. Connecting cable to SATA/NVMe M.2 boot adapter Connect the cables to the M.2 boot adapter. Tighten the captive screw with a screwdriver to secure the cable to the M.2 boot adapter. Step 5. If applicable, connect the flash power module to an adapter with the extension cable that comes with the flash power module.

  • Page 104: Remove The Rear Air Baffle

    Figure 48. Disconnecting cable from flash power module Step 3. If an M.2 boot adapter is installed, disconnect the cables from the M.2 boot adapter on the front air baffle. SATA/x4 NVMe M.2 boot adapter ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 105: For More Information On The Internal Cable Routing

    Figure 49. Disconnecting cable from SATA/x4 NVMe M.2 boot adapter SATA/NVMe M.2 boot adapter Figure 50. Disconnecting cable from SATA M.2 boot adapter Loosen the captive screw that secures the cable with a screwdriver. Disconnect the cables from the M.2 boot adapter. Step 4.
  • Page 106 Grasp the rear air baffle and carefully lift it out of the chassis. Note: For proper cooling and airflow, reinstall the front and rear air baffles before you turn on the server. Operating the server with the air baffle removed might damage server components. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 107 Figure 52. Removing rear air baffle for 3U standard PHM Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...

  • Page 108: Install The Rear Air Baffle

    • If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top covers, or remove the server from the rack. See “Remove the server from rails” on page ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 109 • If you intend to install memory modules in the server, you must first remove the air baffle from the server. • For proper cooling and airflow, reinstall the front and rear air baffles before you turn on the server. Operating the server with the air baffle removed might damage server components.
  • Page 110 Figure 55. Installing rear air baffle for 2U performance PHM Step 2. Slightly press the rear air baffle down until it is securely seated. Step 3. Route the cables through the rear air baffle. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 111 Figure 56. Routing cable through rear air baffle Step 4. Route the power cable through the rear air baffle. See “Power backplane cable routing” on page for more information on the internal cable routing. Step 5. If applicable, connect the cables to the M.2 boot adapter. SATA/x4 NVMe M.2 boot adapter Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...
  • Page 112 If applicable, connect the flash power module to an adapter with the extension cable that comes with the flash power module. See “Flash power module cable routing” on page 417 for more information on the internal cable routing. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 113: Cmos Battery (Cr2032) Replacement

    The following notes describe information that you must consider when replacing the 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 114 S004 CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only Lenovo specified part number or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
  • Page 115 Procedure Step 1. Remove the front top cover. See “Remove the front top cover” on page 272. Step 2. Locate the CMOS battery on the system board assembly. Figure 60. CMOS battery location Step 3. Open the battery clip as shown and carefully take the CMOS battery out of the socket. Attention: •...

  • Page 116: Install The Cmos Battery (Cr2032)

    The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 117 S004 CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only Lenovo specified part number or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
  • Page 118 Step 3. Install the CMOS battery. Ensure that the CMOS battery is seated in place. Note: Before you install the battery into the socket, make sure that the positive side faces upward. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 119: Crossbar Replacement

    Figure 64. CMOS battery installation 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. After you finish 1.
  • Page 120 “Remove the front top cover” on page 272. Remove the rear top cover. See “Remove the rear top cover” on page 274. Step 2. Disconnect all external cables from the PCIe adapters. Step 3. Disengage PCIe riser 1 from the crossbar. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 121 Figure 66. Disengaging PCIe riser Slightly lift the PCIe riser out of the chassis. Lift the kickstand(s) outward. Place the PCIe riser on top of the kickstand(s). Step 4. Repeat Step 3 on page 110 to disengage the other two PCIe risers. Step 5.

  • Page 122: Install The Crossbar

    See “Remove the server from rails” on page Note: The illustrations show how to install a crossbar into a chassis with half-length PCIe risers. The installation procedure is similar for full-length PCIe risers. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 123 Figure 68. Crossbar location Crossbar location for full-length PCIe risers Crossbar location for half-length PCIe risers Procedure Step 1. Install the crossbar. Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...
  • Page 124 Push the PCIe riser into the chassis until it is fully seated. Step 3. Repeat Step 2 on page 114 to secure the other two PCIe risers. Step 4. Connect all external cables to the PCIe adapters. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 125: Drive Replacement

    After you finish 1. Reinstall the rear top cover. See “Install the rear top cover” on page 276. 2. Reinstall the front top cover. See “Install the front top cover” on page 278. 3. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 281.

  • Page 126: Install A 2.5-Inch Hot-Swap Drive

    • Before you make changes to drives, drive controllers (including controllers that are integrated on the system board assembly), drive backplanes, or drive cables, back up all important data that is stored on drives. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 127 • Before you remove any component of a RAID array (drive, RAID card, etc.), back up all RAID configuration information. Note: For a complete list of supported optional device for this server, see https://serverproven.lenovo.com Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component.

  • Page 128: Drive Backplane Carrier Assembly And Drive Backplane Replacement

    Record the cable connections first; then, disconnect the power and signal cables from all the backplanes. See “2.5-inch drive backplane cable routing” on page 292 for more information on the internal cable routing. Step 2. Remove the drive backplane carrier assembly. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 129: Remove A 2.5-Inch Drive Backplane

    Figure 73. Removing drive backplane carrier assembly Pull the plunger up to disengage the backplane carrier. Pivot the top of the backplane carrier away to remove it from the server. After you finish 1. Install a replacement unit. See “Install the drive backplane carrier assembly” on page 124.
  • Page 130 Remove the two screws that secure the backplane; then, remove the backplane from the drive backplane carrier. Figure 74. Removing backplane from carrier Step 3. If necessary, store the two screws back in the backplane carrier. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 131: Install A 2.5-Inch Drive Backplane

    Figure 75. Spare screws on backplane carrier After you finish 1. Install a replacement unit or fill the corresponding drive bays with drive fillers. See “Install a 2.5-inch drive backplane” on page 121. 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.
  • Page 132 2.5-inch AnyBay 8-bay drive 1, 3, 2, 4, 5, 6 backplane 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 2.5-inch SAS/SATA 8-bay drive backplane Procedure Step 1. If necessary, remove the two screws from the backplane carrier. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 133 Figure 77. Spare screws on backplane carrier Step 2. Install backplane to carrier and secure with two screws. Figure 78. Installing backplane to carrier After you finish 1. Reinstall the drive backplane carrier. See “Install the drive backplane carrier assembly” on page 124.

  • Page 134: Install The Drive Backplane Carrier

    • If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top covers, or remove the server from the rack. See “Remove the server from rails” on page Procedure Step 1. Install the drive backplane carrier assembly. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 135: Fan And Fan Cage Replacement

    Figure 79. Installing drive backplane carrier assembly Align the bottom of the carrier to the slots in the server. Pivot the top of the carrier until it clicks into place. After you finish 1. Connect the power and signal cables to all the backplanes. See “2.5-inch drive backplane cable routing”...
  • Page 136 See “Remove the server from rails” on page Procedure Step 1. Remove the front top cover. See “Remove the front top cover” on page 272. Step 2. Remove the fan module. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 137: Remove The Fan Cage

    Figure 80. Removing a fan module Pinch and hold on the orange touch points on the top of the fan module. Lift the fan module to remove it. After you finish 1. Install a replacement unit. See “Install a fan module” on page 131.
  • Page 138 Make preparation for the task. Remove the front top cover. See “Remove the front top cover” on page 272. Remove all fan modules. See “Remove a fan module” on page 125. Step 2. Remove the fan cage. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 139: Install The Fan Cage

    Figure 81. Removing the fan cage Lift and rotate the fan cage release latches to disengage the fan cage from the server. Lift the fan cage to remove it. After you finish 1. Install a replacement unit. See “Install the fan cage” on page 129.
  • Page 140 Figure 82. Installing the fan cage Align the fan cage to the guides on both sides of the server; then, lower it into the server. Rotate the fan cage release latches down until they stop. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 141: Install A Fan Module

    After you finish 1. Reinstall all fan modules. See “Install a fan module” on page 131. 2. Reinstall the front top cover. See “Install the front top cover” on page 278. 3. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 281.
  • Page 142 1. Reinstall the front top cover. See “Install the front top cover” on page 278. 2. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 281. Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 143: Flash Power Module Replacement

    Flash power module replacement Follow the instructions in this section to remove or install the flash power module. Remove a flash power module Follow the instructions in this section to remove a flash power module. About this task S002 CAUTION: The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device.

  • Page 144: Install A Flash Power Module

    Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 43 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 44 to ensure that you work safely. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 145 • 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 146: Gpu Adapter Link Bridge And Double-Wide Gpu Adapter Replacement

    “Remove the server from rails” on page • Depending on the specific type, your GPU adapter might look slightly different from the illustrations in this section. • Follow the additional instructions in any documentation that comes with your GPU adapter. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 147 Procedure Step 1. Make preparation for the task. Remove the front top cover. See “Remove the front top cover” on page 272. Remove the rear top cover. See “Remove the rear top cover” on page 274. Remove the crossbar. See “Remove the crossbar”...

  • Page 148: Remove A Double-Wide Gpu Adapter

    “Safety inspection checklist” on page 44 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 SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 149 • Follow the additional instructions in any documentation that comes with your GPU adapter. Notes: • For a list of the supported GPU adapters, see https://serverproven.lenovo.com • Ensure that you observe the installation rules and sequence order in “PCIe riser and adapter installation rules and order”...
  • Page 150 Figure 91. Disconnecting power cable from GPU adapter Step 4. Remove the GPU adapter. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 151 Figure 92. Removing GPU adapter from PCIe riser Pull the plunger that secures the PCIe adapter retainer. Open the PCIe adapter retainer to the unlocked position. Remove the screws that secure the GPU adapter to the PCIe riser. Grasp the GPU adapter by its edges and carefully pull it out of the PCIe slot. Step 5.

  • Page 152: Install A Double-Wide Gpu Adapter

    “Safety inspection checklist” on page 44 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 SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 153 • Follow the additional instructions in any documentation that comes with your GPU adapter. Notes: • For a list of the supported GPU adapters, see https://serverproven.lenovo.com • Ensure that you observe the installation rules and sequence order in “PCIe riser and adapter installation rules and order”...
  • Page 154 Secure the GPU adapter with two screws. Pull the plunger that secures the PCIe adapter retainer. Close the PCIe adapter retainer to the locked position. Step 4. Connect the power cable to the GPU adapter and PCIe riser. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 155 Figure 96. Connecting power cable to GPU adapter Step 5. Install the riser extender cover. Figure 97. Installing riser extender cover After you finish 1. If necessary, install a GPU adapter link bridge. See “Install a GPU adapter link bridge” on page 146.

  • Page 156: Install A Gpu Adapter Link Bridge

    • Depending on the specific type, your GPU adapter might look slightly different from the illustrations in this section. • Follow the additional instructions in any documentation that comes with your GPU adapter. Procedure Step 1. If a link connector cover is installed on the GPU, remove it. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 157 Figure 98. Removing the link connector cover from GPU Step 2. Align the GPU adapter link bridge to the link connectors on the GPUs; then, install the GPU adapter link bridge to the GPUs until it clicks into place. Figure 99. Installing the GPU adapter link bridge Step 3.

  • Page 158: Intrusion Switch Replacement

    See “Remove the server from rails” on page Procedure Step 1. Remove the front top cover. See “Remove the front top cover” on page 272. Step 2. Disconnect the cable from the system board assembly. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 159 Figure 100. Disconnecting the intrusion switch Step 3. Grasp the switch, and pull to remove it from the slot. Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...

  • Page 160: Install The Intrusion Switch

    • If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top covers, or remove the server from the rack. See “Remove the server from rails” on page Procedure Step 1. Align the intrusion switch with the slot and push it in. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 161 Figure 102. Installing the intrusion switch Step 2. Connect the cable to the system board assembly. Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...

  • Page 162: M.2 Drive And M.2 Boot Adapter Replacement

    M.2 drive and M.2 boot adapter replacement Follow the instructions in this section to remove or install an M.2 drive and the M.2 boot adapter. Remove an M.2 drive Follow the instructions in this section to remove an M.2 drive. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 163 About this task Attention: • Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 43 “Safety inspection checklist” on page 44 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 164: Remove The M.2 Boot Adapter

    Disconnect the M.2 boot adapter cables from the system board assembly. See “M.2 boot adapter cable routing” on page 420 for more information on the internal cable routing. Step 3. Remove the M.2 boot adapter. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 165 Figure 105. Removing M.2 boot adapter Unfasten the screw that secures the middle of the M.2 backplane to the front air baffle. Unfasten the screw that secures the end of the M.2 backplane to the front air baffle. Slide the M.2 backplane backward and lift it out of the front air baffle. Step 4.

  • Page 166: Install The M.2 Boot Adapter

    Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component. • Go to https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/products/servers/thinksystem/sr860v3/7d93/downloads/driver- to see the latest firmware and driver updates for your server. list/ ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 167 • Go to “Update the firmware” on page 435 for more information on firmware updating tools. Procedure Step 1. If applicable, connect the cables to the M.2 boot adapter. SATA/x4 NVMe M.2 boot adapter Figure 108. Connecting cable to SATA/x4 NVMe M.2 boot adapter SATA/NVMe M.2 boot adapter Figure 109.

  • Page 168: Adjust The Retainer On The M.2 Backplane

    “Complete the parts replacement” on page 281. Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube Adjust the retainer on the M.2 backplane Use this information to adjust the retainer on the M.2 backplane. About this task ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 169: Install An M.2 Drive

    Sometimes you need to adjust the M.2 drive retainer to a correct keyhole that can accommodate the particular size of the M.2 drive you wish to install. Procedure Figure 111. M.2 retainer adjustment Step 1. Adjust the M.2 retainer. Press both sides of the retainer. Move the retainer forward until it is in the large opening of the keyhole.
  • Page 170 • Your M.2 backplane might look different from the following illustrations, but the installation method is the same. • Some M.2 backplanes support two identical M.2 drives. Install the M.2 drive in slot 0 first. Figure 112. M.2 drive slots ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 171: Management Nic Adapter Replacement

    Slot 1 Slot 0 Step 4. Install M.2 drive into M.2 boot adapter. Figure 113. Installing M.2 drive Align the M.2 drive with the connector. Pivot the other end of the M.2 drive towards the M.2 boot adapter. Slide the retaining clip forward to secure the M.2 drive to the M.2 boot adapter. After you finish 1.
  • Page 172 Procedure Step 1. Make preparation for the task. Access the Lenovo XClarity Controller; then, select Network in BMC Configuration and disable Ethernet Port 2. Remove the front top cover. See “Remove the front top cover” on page 272.

  • Page 173: Install The Management Nic Adapter

    Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component. • Go to https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/products/servers/thinksystem/sr860v3/7d93/downloads/driver- to see the latest firmware and driver updates for your server. list/ • Go to “Update the firmware”...

  • Page 174: Memory Module Replacement

    278. 5. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 281. 6. Access the Lenovo XClarity Controller; then, select Network in BMC Configuration and enable Ethernet Port 2. Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube Memory module replacement Use the following procedures to remove and install a memory module.
  • Page 175 – Always wear an electrostatic-discharge strap when removing or installing memory modules. Electrostatic-discharge gloves can also be used. – Never hold two or more memory modules together so that they do not touch each other. Do not stack memory modules directly on top of each other during storage. –...

  • Page 176: Install A Memory Module

    The device also 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 SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 177 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/products/servers/thinksystem/sr860v3/7d93/downloads/driver- list/ to see the latest firmware and driver updates for your server. • Go to “Update the firmware”...
  • Page 178 “Install the rear top cover” on page 276. f. Reinstall the front top cover. See “Install the front top cover” on page 278. 3. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 281. Demo video ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 179: Microsd Card Replacement

    Watch the procedure on YouTube MicroSD card replacement Follow the instructions in this section to remove and install the MicroSD card. Remove the MicroSD card Follow the instructions in this section to remove the MicroSD card. About this task Attention: •...

  • Page 180: Install The Microsd Card

    • 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. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 181: Ocp Module Replacement

    • If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top covers, or remove the server from the rack. See “Remove the server from rails” on page Procedure Step 1.

  • Page 182: Install The Ocp Module

    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. Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube Install the OCP module Follow the instructions in this section to install the OCP module. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 183 Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component. • Go to https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/products/servers/thinksystem/sr860v3/7d93/downloads/driver- to see the latest firmware and driver updates for your server. list/ • Go to “Update the firmware”...

  • Page 184: Pcie Riser And Adapter Replacement

    “Remove the front top cover” on page 272. Remove the rear top cover. See “Remove the rear top cover” on page 274. Remove the crossbar. See “Remove the crossbar” on page 109. Step 2. Remove PCIe riser 2. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 185 Figure 122. Removing PCIe riser 2 Disconnect the PCIe riser 2 assembly cables from the system board assembly. See “PCIe riser 2 cable routing” on page 426 for more information on the internal cable routing. Grasp and lift the PCIe riser to remove it from the chassis. Record the cable connections and disconnect all internal cables from the PCIe adapters.
  • Page 186 Grasp and lift the PCIe riser to remove it from the chassis. Record the cable connections and disconnect all internal cables from the PCIe adapters. Step 3. Remove PCIe riser 1. Figure 124. Removing PCIe riser 1 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 187 Disconnect the PCIe riser 1 cables from the system board assembly. See “PCIe riser 1 cable routing” on page 424 for more information on the internal cable routing. Grasp and lift the PCIe riser to remove it from the chassis; then, disconnect the power cable from the PCIe riser.
  • Page 188 Record the cable connections and disconnect all internal cables from the PCIe adapters. Disconnect the 7mm drive cables from the system board assembly. See “7mm drive backplane cable routing” on page 416. Step 4. Remove PCIe riser 3. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 189: Remove A Pcie Adapter

    Figure 127. Removing PCIe riser 3 Disconnect the PCIe riser 3 assembly cables from the system board assembly. See “PCIe riser 3 cable routing” on page 428 for more information on the internal cable routing. Grasp and lift the PCIe riser to remove it from the chassis; then, disconnect the power cable from the PCIe riser.

  • Page 190: Read "Installation Guidelines

    – 6 x8 PCIe G4 Riser 2 HHHL – 6 x8 PCIe G5 Riser 2 HHHL Remove PCIe adapter from two slot FH riser Procedure Step 1. Make preparation for the task. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 191 Remove the front top cover. See “Remove the front top cover” on page 272. Remove the rear top cover. See “Remove the rear top cover” on page 274. Remove the crossbar. See “Remove the crossbar” on page 109. Remove the PCIe riser where the PCIe adapter is installed. See “Remove the PCIe riser”...
  • Page 192 274. Remove the crossbar. See “Remove the crossbar” on page 109. Remove the PCIe riser where the PCIe adapter is installed. See “Remove the PCIe riser” on page 174. Step 2. Remove the PCIe adapter. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 193: Install A Pcie Adapter

    Figure 130. Removing PCIe adapter from riser Pull the plunger that secures the PCIe adapter retainer. Open the PCIe adapter retainer to the unlocked position. Remove the screw that secures the adapter to the PCIe riser. Grasp the PCIe adapter by its edges and carefully pull it out of the PCIe slot. After you finish 1.
  • Page 194 Install PCIe adapter to two slot FH riser Procedure Step 1. If a filler has been installed to the slot on the PCIe riser, remove the screw that secures it and remove the filler. Step 2. Install the PCIe adapter. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 195 Figure 131. Installing PCIe adapter to riser Align the adapter with the connector on the PCIe riser; then, carefully press the PCIe adapter straight into the slot until it is securely seated and its bracket also is secured. Make sure the latch clicks in the locked position. Secure the adapter with a screw.
  • Page 196 Note: A Gen 4 riser is used as an example for illustration. The replacement procedure for a Gen 5 riser is similar. Procedure Step 1. If a filler has been installed to the slot on the PCIe riser, remove the screw that secures it and remove the filler. Step 2. Install the PCIe adapter. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 197: Install The Pcie Riser

    Figure 133. Installing PCIe adapter to riser Align the adapter with the connector on the PCIe riser; then, carefully press the PCIe adapter straight into the slot until it is securely seated and its bracket also is secured. Secure the adapter with a screw. Pull the plunger that secures the PCIe adapter retainer.

  • Page 198: Note: For More Details On The Different Types Of Risers, See "Rear View" On Page

    Step 3. Install PCIe riser 3. Figure 134. Installing PCIe riser 3 Connect all internal cables to the PCIe adapters. For six slot FH risers, route all internal cables through the cable retainer as shown below. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 199 RAID/HBA to flash power module, backplane 2 RAID/HBA to backplane 1, 3, 4, or 6 or 5 Connect the power cable to the PCIe riser; then, align and install the PCIe riser until it rests firmly on top of the kickstands. Connect the PCIe riser 3 assembly cables to the system board assembly.
  • Page 200 Connect and route all internal cables to the backplanes and flash power modules. See “2.5-inch drive backplane cable routing” on page 292 “Flash power module cable routing” on page 417 for more information on the internal cable routing. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 201 Install PCIe riser 1 Procedure Step 1. If necessary, install the PCIe adapters. See “Install a PCIe adapter” on page 183. Step 2. If a PCIe riser filler has been installed, remove it. Step 3. Install PCIe riser 1. Figure 137. Installing PCIe riser 1 Connect all internal cables to the PCIe adapters.
  • Page 202 Procedure Step 1. If necessary, install the PCIe adapters. See “Install a PCIe adapter” on page 183. Step 2. If a PCIe riser filler has been installed, remove it. Step 3. Install PCIe riser 2. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 203: Pcie Riser Card And Cage Replacement

    Figure 139. Installing PCIe riser 2 Connect all internal cables to the PCIe adapters. Align and install the PCIe riser until it rests firmly on top of the kickstand. Connect the PCIe riser 2 assembly cables to the system board assembly. See “PCIe riser 2 cable routing”...

  • Page 204: Step 1. Make Preparation For The Task

    Remove the crossbar. See “Remove the crossbar” on page 109. Remove the PCIe riser. See “Remove the PCIe riser” on page 174. Remove all the PCIe adapters. See “Remove a PCIe adapter” on page 179. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 205 Step 2. Remove the five screws that secure the PCIe riser card; then, remove the PCIe riser card from the PCIe riser cage. Figure 140. Removing PCIe riser card from riser Remove a PCIe riser card and cage from six slot FH riser Note: A Gen 4 riser is used as an example for illustration.
  • Page 206 Disconnect all the PCIe cables from the outside of the PCIe riser. Figure 142. Disconnecting PCIe cables from outside of riser Step 4. Disconnect all the PCIe cables from the inside of the PCIe riser. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 207 Figure 143. Disconnecting PCIe cables from inside of riser Step 5. Remove the three screws that secure the PCIe retainer; then remove the PCIe retainer. Figure 144. Removing PCIe retainer from riser Step 6. Remove the six screws that secure the PCIe riser card; then, remove the PCIe riser card from the PCIe riser cage.
  • Page 208 Note: A Gen 4 riser is used as an example for illustration. The replacement procedure for a Gen 5 riser is similar. Procedure Step 1. Make preparation for the task. Remove the front top cover. See “Remove the front top cover” on page 272. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 209: Remove The Rear Top Cover. See "Remove The Rear Top Cover" On Page

    Remove the rear top cover. See “Remove the rear top cover” on page 274. Remove the crossbar. See “Remove the crossbar” on page 109. Remove the PCIe riser. See “Remove the PCIe riser” on page 174. Remove all the PCIe adapters. See “Remove a PCIe adapter”...
  • Page 210 Remove the three screws that secure the PCIe retainer; then remove the PCIe retainer. Figure 150. Removing PCIe retainer from riser Step 6. Remove the five screws that secure the PCIe riser card; then, remove the PCIe riser card from the PCIe riser cage. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 211: Install A Pcie Riser Card And Cage

    Figure 151. Removing PCIe riser card from riser After you finish 1. If you are replacing a FHFL or HHFL PCIe riser cage and reusing the PCIe riser board, remove the PCIe riser extenders. See “Remove a PCIe riser extender” on page 212.
  • Page 212 “Install a PCIe riser extender” on page 215. Step 2. Align the screw holes in the PCIe riser card with the screw holes in the PCIe riser cage; then, install five screws to secure the PCIe riser card. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 213 Figure 152. Installing PCIe riser card to riser Install a PCIe riser card and cage to six slot FH riser Note: A Gen 4 riser is used as an example for illustration. The replacement procedure for a Gen 5 riser is similar.
  • Page 214 Figure 155. Installing cable retainer to riser Step 4. Align the screw holes in the PCIe riser card with the screw holes in the PCIe riser cage; then, install six screws to secure the PCIe riser card. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 215 Figure 156. Installing PCIe riser card to riser Step 5. Install the PCIe retainer into the PCIe riser cage; then, install three screws to secure the PCIe retainer. Figure 157. Installing PCIe retainer to riser Step 6. Connect the right-angle end of the PCIe riser cables labeled R1-4, R1-5, and R1-7 (R3-4, R3-5, and R3-7) to the corresponding connectors on the inside of the PCIe riser.
  • Page 216 Route the PCIe riser cables through the cable retainer as shown below. Routing cable in PCIe riser 3 Routing cable in PCIe riser 1 Step 8. If necessary, remove the two screws and the cover. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 217 Figure 159. Removing cover from riser Step 9. Connect the right-angle end of the PCIe riser cables labeled R1-1, R1-3, R1-6, and R1-8 (R3-1, R3-3, R3-6, and R3-8) to the corresponding connectors on the outside of the PCIe riser. Figure 160. Connecting PCIe riser cables to outside of riser Step 10.
  • Page 218 Figure 162. PCIe riser cable Straight-end of cable (connects to system board Right-angle end of cable (connects to riser card) assembly) Label (located near straight-end of cable) Label sheet for PCIe riser cable (from labels kit) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 219 Figure 163. Attaching label onto cable Attach the white space portion of the label near the straight-end of the PCIe riser cable. Wrap the label around the cable and attach it onto the white space portion. Step 2. If necessary, install the PCIe riser extenders. See “Install a PCIe riser extender”...
  • Page 220 Connect the right-angle end of the PCIe riser cables labeled R2-3 and R2-4 to the corresponding connectors on the inside of the PCIe riser. Figure 166. Connecting PCIe riser cables to inside of riser Step 6. If necessary, remove the two screws and the cover. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 221 Figure 167. Removing cover from riser Step 7. Connect the right-angle end of the PCIe riser cables labeled R2-1, R2-2, R2-5, and R2-6 to the corresponding connectors on the outside of the PCIe riser. Figure 168. Connecting PCIe riser cables to outside of riser Step 8.

  • Page 222: Pcie Riser Extender Replacement

    Follow the instructions in this section to remove and install a PCIe riser extender. Remove a PCIe riser extender Follow the instructions in this section to remove a PCIe riser extender. About this task S002 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 223 CAUTION: The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also 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.

  • Page 224: Step 1. Make Preparation For The Task

    “Remove the crossbar” on page 109. Remove the PCIe riser. See “Remove the PCIe riser” on page 174. Remove all the PCIe adapters. See “Remove a PCIe adapter” on page 179. Step 2. Remove the PCIe riser extender. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 225: Install A Pcie Riser Extender

    Figure 171. Removing PCIe riser extender from HH PCIe riser Remove the eight screws that secure the PCIe riser extender. Remove the PCIe riser extender from the PCIe riser cage. After you finish 1. Install a replacement unit. See “Install a PCIe riser extender” on page 215.
  • Page 226 If a filler is installed, remove it. Figure 172. Removing filler from FH PCIe riser Remove the six screws that secure the filler. Remove the filler from the PCIe riser cage. Step 2. Install the PCIe riser extender. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 227 Figure 173. Installing PCIe riser extender to FH PCIe riser Align the screw holes on the PCIe riser extender with the screw holes in the PCIe riser cage. Install six screws to secure the PCIe riser extender. Install a PCIe riser extender to six slot HH riser Note: A Gen 4 riser is used as an example for illustration.

  • Page 228: Power Backplane Replacement

    Power backplane replacement Follow the instructions in this section to remove or install the power backplane. Remove the power backplane Follow the instructions in this section to remove the power backplane. About this task S002 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 229 CAUTION: The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also 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.
  • Page 230 “Remove the rear top cover” on page 274. Step 2. Disconnect the sideband and power cables from the power backplane. Figure 176. Disconnecting power backplane cables Step 3. Grasp and lift the power backplane to remove it. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 231 Figure 177. Removing power backplane After you finish 1. Install a replacement unit. See “Install the power backplane” on page 222. 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. 3.

  • Page 232: Install The Power Backplane

    “Remove the server from rails” on page Procedure Step 1. Align the bottom connector on the power backplane to the corresponding connector on the system board assembly; then, push the power backplane in until it is firmly seated. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 233 Figure 179. Installing power backplane Step 2. Connect the sideband and power cables to the power backplane. Note: See “Power backplane cable routing” on page 430 for more information on the internal cable routing. Figure 180. Connecting power backplane cables After you finish Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...

  • Page 234: Power Supply Bracket (Crps) Replacement

    For -48V dc power supply, electrical current from power cords is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • To connect or disconnect -48V dc power cords when you need to remove/install redundancy power supply unit(s). ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 235 To Connect: To Disconnect: 1. Turn OFF subject dc power source(s) and equipment 1. Disconnect or turn off the subject dc power source(s) (s) that are attached to this product. (at the breaker panel) before removing the power supply unit(s). 2.
  • Page 236 Step 3. Remove the power supply bracket out of the PSU bay. Figure 182. Removing power supply bracket After you finish 1. Install a replacement unit. See “Install a power supply bracket (CRPS)” on page 227. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 237: Install A Power Supply Bracket (Crps)

    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. Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube Install a power supply bracket (CRPS) Follow the instructions in this section to install a power supply bracket (CRPS).

  • Page 238: Power Supply Key (Cffv4) Replacement

    Follow the instructions in this section to remove or install a power supply key (CFFv4). Remove a power supply key (CFFv4) Follow the instructions in this section to remove a power supply key (CFFv4). About this task S002 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 239 CAUTION: The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also 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.
  • Page 240 Power supply key screw for PSU bay 3 Power supply key screw for PSU bay 2 Power supply key screw for PSU bay 4 Step 3. Grasp the power supply key and slide it out of the power supply bay. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 241: Install A Power Supply Key (Cffv4)

    Figure 186. Removing power supply key After you finish 1. Install a replacement unit. See “Install a power supply key (CFFv4)” on page 231. 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.
  • Page 242 “Install the front top cover” on page 278. 4. Reinstall the power supply unit. See “Install a hot-swap power supply unit” on page 235. 5. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 281. Demo video ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 243: Power Supply Unit Replacement

    Watch the procedure on YouTube Power supply unit replacement Follow the instructions in this section to install or remove power supply units. Remove a hot-swap power supply unit Follow the instructions in this section to remove a hot-swap power supply unit. About this task S002 CAUTION:...
  • Page 244 Press and hold on the orange release tab. Grasp the handle and slide the power supply unit out from the server. After you finish 1. Install a replacement unit or filler. See “Install a hot-swap power supply unit” on page 235. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 245: Install A Hot-Swap Power Supply Unit

    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. Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube Install a hot-swap power supply unit Follow the instructions in this section to install a hot-swap power supply unit.
  • Page 246 Notes: • A CFFv4 power supply is used as an example for illustration. The replacement procedure for CRPS power supply is similar. • The color of the CRPS handle might be different from the image. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 247: Processor And Heat Sink Replacement

    Follow the instruction in this section to replace an assembled processor and heat sink, known as a processor-heat-sink module (PHM), a processor, or a heat sink. Attention: Before reusing a processor or heat sink, make sure you use Lenovo proven alcohol cleaning pad and thermal grease.
  • Page 248 Note: The heat sink, processor, and processor carrier for your system might be different from those shown in the illustrations. The following illustration shows the components of the PHM. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 249 Figure 191. PHM components Heat sink Clips to secure processor in carrier Heat sink triangular mark Processor ejector handle Processor identification label Carrier triangular mark Nut and wire bail retainer Processor heat spreader Torx T30 nut Thermal grease Anti-tilt wire bail Processor contacts Processor carrier Processor triangular mark...
  • Page 250 Remove the PHM from the system board assembly. Notes: • Do not touch the contacts on the bottom of the processor. • Keep the processor socket clean from any object to prevent possible damages. Figure 192. Removing a 3U standard PHM ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 251: Separate The Processor From Carrier And Heat

    Figure 193. Removing a 2U performance PHM Fully loosen the Torx T30 nuts on the PHM in the removal sequence shown on the heat- sink label. Rotate the anti-tilt wire bails inward. Carefully lift the PHM from the processor socket. If the PHM cannot be fully lifted out of the socket, further loosen the Torx T30 nuts and try lifting the PHM again.
  • Page 252 Without putting the processor down, wipe the thermal grease from the top of the processor with an alcohol cleaning pad; then, place the processor on a static protective surface with the processor-contact side up. Step 2. Separate the processor carrier from the heat sink. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 253: Install A Processor And Heat Sink

    Figure 195. Separating a processor carrier the from heat sink Note: The processor carrier will be discarded and replaced with a new one. Release the retaining clips from the heat sink. Lift the carrier from the heat sink. Wipe the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink with an alcohol cleaning pad. After you finish 1.
  • Page 254 • Before you install a new PHM or replacement processor, update your system firmware to the latest level. “Update the firmware” on page 435. The following illustration shows the components of the PHM. Figure 196. PHM components ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 255 Clips to secure carrier to heat sink Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component. • Go to https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/products/servers/thinksystem/sr860v3/7d93/downloads/driver- to see the latest firmware and driver updates for your server. list/ • Go to “Update the firmware”...
  • Page 256 Make sure the triangular mark on the carrier is oriented in the shipping tray as shown below. 3. Apply the thermal grease on the top of the processor with syringe by forming four uniformly spaced dots, while each dot consists of about 0.1 ml of thermal grease. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 257 Figure 198. Thermal grease application with processor in shipping tray Step 4. Assemble the processor and heat sink. Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...
  • Page 258 Step 5. Install the processor-heat-sink module into the processor socket. Notes: • Do not touch the contacts on the bottom of the processor. • Keep the processor socket clean from any object to prevent possible damages. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 259 Figure 200. Installing a 3U standard PHM Figure 201. Installing a 2U performance PHM Rotate the anti-tilt wire bails inward. Align the triangular mark and four Torx T30 nuts on the PHM with the triangular mark and threaded posts of the processor socket; then, insert the PHM into the processor socket. Rotate the anti-tilt wire bails outward until they engage with the hooks in the socket.

  • Page 260: Serial Port Module Replacement

    Remove the front top cover. See “Remove the front top cover” on page 272. Remove the rear top cover. See “Remove the rear top cover” on page 274. Remove the crossbar. See “Remove the crossbar” on page 109. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 261 Remove all the PCIe risers. See “Remove the PCIe riser” on page 174. Step 2. Disconnect the serial port module from the system board assembly. Figure 202. Disconnecting serial port module Step 3. Remove the serial port module. Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...
  • Page 262 Remove the retention screws on the rear of the chassis. Push the serial port module out of the serial port hole and remove it from the chassis. Step 4. If necessary, install the serial port filler. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 263: Install The Serial Port Module

    Figure 204. Installing serial port filler Align and install the serial port filler into the serial port hole from inside of the server chassis. Secure the serial port filler with the retention screws. After you finish 1. Install a replacement unit or filler. See “Install the serial port module”...
  • Page 264 Figure 205. Removing serial port filler Remove the retention screws on the rear of the chassis. Push the serial port filler out of the serial port hole and remove it from the chassis. Step 2. Install the serial port module. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 265 Figure 206. Installing serial port module Align and install the serial port module into the serial port hole from inside of the server chassis. Secure the serial port module with the retention screws. Step 3. Connect the serial port module to the system board assembly. Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...

  • Page 266: Technician Only)

    Watch the procedure on YouTube System board assembly replacement (trained technician only) Follow the instructions in this section to remove and install the system I/O board and processor board, which assembled as a system board assembly. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 267 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. The following illustration shows the layout of the system board assembly which contains the system I/O board and processor board.

  • Page 268: Remove The Firmware And Rot Security

    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 269: 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 270 Lower the firmware and RoT security module onto the system I/O board and ensure that the connector on the module is correctly inserted into the slot on the system I/O board. Tighten the two screws to secure the firmware and RoT security module in place. After you finish ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 271: Remove The System I/O Board Or Processor

    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. Chapter 5...
  • Page 272 Procedure Step 1. Make preparation for the 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 273 Figure 211. System board assembly removal Note: This handle only serves the purpose of removing the system board assembly. Do not attempt to lift the whole server with it. Pull the plunger up to release the system board assembly. Grasp the plunger and blue handle; then, slide the system board assembly slightly towards the front of the server to disengage it from the chassis.

  • Page 274: 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 275 Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component. • Go to https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/products/servers/thinksystem/sr860v3/7d93/downloads/driver- to see the latest firmware and driver updates for your server. list/ • Go to “Update the firmware”...
  • Page 276 MicroSD card that was removed from the old system I/O board onto the new system I/O board. See “Install the firmware and RoT security module” on page 259 “Install the MicroSD card” on page 170. Step 4. Place the system board assembly in the chassis. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 277 Figure 214. System board assembly installation Grasp the plunger and blue handle; then, insert the shorter side of the system board assembly into the chassis. Lower the longer side of the system board assembly down into the chassis. Slide the system board assembly towards the rear of the chassis until the plunger clicks into place.

  • Page 278: Update The Vital Product Data (Vpd)

    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 279: Hide/Observe Tpm

    TPM is enabled by default to encrypt data transfer for system operation. Optionally, you can disable TPM using Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI. To disable TPM, do the following: 1. Download and install Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI. To download Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI, go to the following site: https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/solutions/HT116433 Chapter 5 Hardware replacement procedures...

  • Page 280: Update The Tpm Firmware

    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 281: Enable Uefi Secure Boot

    To enable UEFI Secure Boot 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 282: Top Cover Replacement

    – <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) – <ip_address> is the IP address of the BMC.
  • Page 283 • If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top covers, or remove the server from the rack. See “Remove the server from rails” on page Procedure Step 1.

  • Page 284: Remove The Rear Top Cover

    Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube Remove the rear top cover Follow the instructions in this section to remove the rear top cover. About this task S014 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 285 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. 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.

  • Page 286: Install The Rear Top Cover

    Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube Install the rear top cover Follow the instructions in this section to install the rear top cover. About this task S014 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 287 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. 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.

  • Page 288: Install The Front Top Cover

    2. Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 281. Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube Install the front top cover Follow the instructions in this section to install the front top cover. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 289 About this task 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. 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.
  • Page 290 Align the front top cover guide pins with the guide holes on chassis; then place the front top cover on top of the server with both sides aligned. Rotate the latch down until it stops. Step 2. (Optional) Lock the front top cover with a screw driver (direction ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 291: Complete The Parts Replacement

    Unlocking direction Locking direction Figure 220. Front top cover locking/unlocking direction After you finish Complete the parts replacement. See “Complete the parts replacement” on page 281. Demo video Watch the procedure on YouTube Complete the parts replacement Go through the checklist to complete parts replacement To complete the parts replacement, do the following: 1.
  • Page 292 • Update the UEFI configuration. See https://thinksystem.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/dcg_uefi/overview_ dcg_uefi.html • Reconfigure the disk arrays if you have installed or removed a hot-swap drive or a RAID adapter. See for the LXPM https://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/lxpm_frontend/lxpm_product_page.html documentation compatible with your server. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 293: Chapter 6. Internal Cable Routing

    Power connector NVMe 4-5 NVMe 2-3 SAS / SATA NVMe 0-1 Note: 2.5-inch AnyBay 8-bay drive backplanes support 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives. 2.5-inch SAS/SATA 8-bay drive backplane See this section to locate the connectors on the drive backplane. © Copyright Lenovo 2023...

  • Page 294: Pcie Riser Connectors

    “Six slot Gen 5 FH riser card” on page 289 for the following risers: – 4 x16 & 1 x8 PCIe G5 Riser 1/3 FHFL – 3 x16 & 1 x8 + 7mm PCIe G5 Riser 3 FHFL ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 295 Two slot Gen 4 FH riser card Table 26. Two slot Gen 4 FH riser card connectors PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot Riser power connector PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot Chapter 6 Internal cable routing...
  • Page 296 PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot R2 connector R5 connector PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot R6 connector R3 connector PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot R4 connector ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 297 Six slot Gen 5 HH riser card Table 28. Six slot Gen 5 HH riser card connectors R1 connector PCIe x16 (Gen5 x8) slot PCIe x16 (Gen5 x8) slot R2 connector R5 connector PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot R6 connector R3 connector PCIe x16 (Gen5 x8) slot...
  • Page 298 PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot R3 connector PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16) slot R6 connector PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot R8 connector PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16) slot GPU power 2 connector PCIe x16 (Gen4 x8) slot GPU power 1 connector ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 299: Power Backplane Connectors

    Six slot Gen 5 FH riser card Table 30. Six slot Gen 5 FH riser card connectors R2 connector Riser power connector R4 connector R1 connector R7 connector R3 connector PCIe x16 (Gen5 x8) slot R6 connector PCIe x16 (Gen5 x16) slot R8 connector PCIe x16 (Gen5 x16) slot GPU power 2 connector...

  • Page 300: System-Board-Assembly Connectors For Cable Routing

    Power backplane sideband connector PCIe riser 1 power connector PCIe riser 3 power connector System-board-assembly connectors for cable routing The following illustrations show the internal connectors on the system board assembly that are used for internal cable routing. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 301 Figure 224. System-board-assembly connectors Table 31. System-board-assembly connectors Second management Ethernet connector Backplane 3 power connector 7mm drive/M.2 signal connector Backplane 7 power connector M.2 power connector Backplane 2 power connector 7mm drive power connector Backplane 1 power connector P 13-20 connector (left to right) NVMe 1-3 connector (left to right) P 1-12 connector (left to right) Front USB connector...

  • Page 302: 2.5-Inch Drive Backplane Cable Routing

    SAS/SATA cables for RAID/HBA adapters When picking cables for RAID/HBA adapters from SAS/SATA cable kits, make sure to choose the cables based on the generation of RAID adapters that you plan to install. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 303: Sas/Sata Backplane Combinations

    • Gen 3 RAID/HBA adapters (9350-16i, 4350-16i, 9350-8i, 5350-8i, 4350-8i): Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 cable • Gen 4 RAID/HBA adapters (940-32i, 940-16i, 540-16i, 440-16i, 940-8i, 540-8i, 440-8i): SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 cable SAS/SATA backplane combinations Use this section to understand the signal cable routing for combinations with SAS/SATA backplanes. This configuration contains the following combinations: •...
  • Page 304 From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 8i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 8i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 305 16i RAID/HBA adapter SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA •...
  • Page 306 • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. This configuration contains the following storage controller combinations: • “16i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 297 • “32i RAID adapter” on page 298 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 307 16i RAID/HBA adapter SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA •...
  • Page 308 • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. This configuration contains the following storage controller combinations: • “8i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 299 • “16i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 300 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 309 • “32i RAID adapter” on page 301 8i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA...
  • Page 310 (1000 mm) BP3: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 311 32i RAID adapter SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C1...
  • Page 312 (1000 mm) BP4: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C1 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C2, C3 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 313 8i + 32i RAID/HBA adapter SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8...
  • Page 314 (1000 mm) BP4: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 315 32i + 32i RAID adapter SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA...
  • Page 316 (1000 mm) BP3: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 317 From Cable BP4: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C1 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C2, C3 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP5: SAS/SATA • 8i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 318 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C1 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP3: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C2 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 319 From Cable BP4: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP5: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C1 •...
  • Page 320 16i + 16i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 321 From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C1 •...
  • Page 322 (1000 mm) BP6: SAS/SATA • 8i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 8i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 323: Anybay Backplane Combinations

    32i + 32i RAID adapter SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA...
  • Page 324 “8i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 316 • “16i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 318 • “32i RAID adapter” on page 320 No RAID/HBA adapters Note: The AnyBay backplanes are used as pure NVMe backplanes when no RAID/HBA adapters are installed. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 325 NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2...
  • Page 326 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 327 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 8i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 328 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 329 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 330 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 331 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) 1 x AnyBay and 1 x SAS/SATA backplane Use this section to understand the signal cable routing for one AnyBay backplane and one SAS/SATA...
  • Page 332 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 333 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 334 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 335 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C1...
  • Page 336 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 337 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 338 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 339 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 340 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 341 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C1...
  • Page 342 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 343 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 344 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 345 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA...
  • Page 346 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 347 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA...
  • Page 348 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 349 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C1...
  • Page 350 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 351 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 352 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 353 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 354 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 355 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA...
  • Page 356 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 357 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C1...
  • Page 358 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 359 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 360 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 361 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA...
  • Page 362 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 363 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C1...
  • Page 364 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 7 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 8 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 365 From Cable BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) 16i RAID/HBA adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3...
  • Page 366 (1000 mm) BP3: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C1 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C2, C3 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 367 32i RAID adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2...
  • Page 368 • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. This configuration contains the following storage controller combinations: • “8i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 359 • “16i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 361 ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 369 • “32i RAID adapter” on page 363 8i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm)
  • Page 370 (1000 mm) BP3: SAS/SATA • 8i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 8i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 371 16i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7...
  • Page 372 (1000 mm) BP3: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 373 32i RAID adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 2...
  • Page 374 • Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ • Connections between connectors; , ... • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. This configuration contains the following storage controller combinations: ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 375 • “16i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 365 • “8i + 32i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 367 • “16i + 32i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 369 • “32i + 32i RAID adapter” on page 371 16i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable...
  • Page 376 (1000 mm) BP4: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C1 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C2, C3 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 377 8i + 32i RAID/HBA adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7...
  • Page 378 (1000 mm) BP4: SAS/SATA • 8i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 8i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 379 16i + 32i RAID/HBA adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7...
  • Page 380 (1000 mm) BP4: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 381 32i + 32i RAID adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7...
  • Page 382 • Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ • Connections between connectors; , ... • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 383 This configuration contains the following storage controller combinations: • “8i + 16i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 373 • “16i + 16i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 375 • “16i + 32i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 377 • “32i + 32i RAID adapter”...
  • Page 384 (1000 mm) BP5: SAS/SATA • 8i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 8i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 385 16i + 16i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm)
  • Page 386 (1000 mm) BP5: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 387 16i + 32i RAID/HBA adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7...
  • Page 388 (1000 mm) BP5: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C1 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C2, C3 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 389 32i + 32i RAID adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7...
  • Page 390 “Drive backplane installation rules and order” on page • For more information on the power cable routing, see “2.5-inch drive backplane power cable routing” on page 292. • Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 391 ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ • Connections between connectors; , ... • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. This configuration contains the following storage controller combinations: • “16i + 16i + 16i RAID/HBA adapter” on page 381 •...
  • Page 392 (1000 mm) BP6: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C1 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 16i Gen 3: C2, C3 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 393 8i + 16i + 32i RAID/HBA adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm)
  • Page 394 (1000 mm) BP6: SAS/SATA • 8i Gen 4: C0 • Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 • 8i Gen 3: C0, C1 (1000 mm) • Gen 3: Mini-SAS x4*2 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 395 32i + 32i RAID adapter NVMe cable routing From Cable BP1: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 10 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 9 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP1: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 1 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP1: NVMe 6-7...
  • Page 396 “PCIe riser and adapter installation rules and order” on page 55 “Drive backplane installation rules and order” on page • For more information on the power cable routing, see “2.5-inch drive backplane power cable routing” on page 292. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 397 • Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ • Connections between connectors; , ... • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. This configuration contains the following storage controller combinations: •...
  • Page 398 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP2: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 5 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP2: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 6 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 399 From Cable BP3: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 7 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 8 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm)
  • Page 400 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 401 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 402 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 403 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C1...
  • Page 404 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 405 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA • 16i Gen 4: C0 •...
  • Page 406 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 407 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA...
  • Page 408 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 409 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA...
  • Page 410 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 411 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C1...
  • Page 412 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 7 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 8 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 413 From Cable BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations.
  • Page 414 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP2: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 6 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 7 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 415 From Cable BP3: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 8 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1...
  • Page 416 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP2: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 6 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 7 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 417 From Cable BP3: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 8 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1...
  • Page 418 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 419 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations. From Cable BP1: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C0 Gen 4: SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (1000 mm) BP2: SAS/SATA 32i Gen 4: C1...
  • Page 420 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 7 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 8 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 421 From Cable BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations.
  • Page 422 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP2: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 6 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 7 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 423 From Cable BP3: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 8 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 2 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1...
  • Page 424 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP2: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 6 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 0-1 System board: NVMe 7 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 425 From Cable BP3: NVMe 2-3 System board: NVMe 8 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (190 mm) BP3: NVMe 4-5 System board: NVMe 12 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) BP3: NVMe 6-7 System board: NVMe 11 SlimSAS x8 to SlimSAS x8 (440 mm) SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 3 SAS/SATA cable routing to riser 1 Note: Depending on your configuration, the RAID/HBA adapter will be installed in different riser locations.

  • Page 426: 7Mm Drive Backplane Cable Routing

    Use the section to understand the cable routing for the external diagnostic handset connector. Notes: ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ • Connections between connectors; , ... • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 427: Flash Power Module Cable Routing

    Figure 226. Cable routing for External diagnostic handset connector From System board assembly: External diagnostic handset External diagnostic handset connector connector Flash power module cable routing Use the section to understand the cable routing for the flash power modules. Notes: ↔...

  • Page 428: Front I/O Module Cable Routing

    Use the section to understand the cable routing for the front I/O module. Notes: ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ • Connections between connectors; , ... • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 429: Front Vga Assembly Cable Routing

    Figure 228. Cable routing for front I/O module From System board assembly: Front I/O connector Front I/O module System board assembly: Front USB connector Front VGA assembly cable routing Use the section to understand the cable routing for the front VGA assembly. Notes: ↔...

  • Page 430: M.2 Boot Adapter Cable Routing

    Use the section to understand the cable routing for the M.2 boot adapter. Notes: ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ • Connections between connectors; , ... • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 431 SATA/NVMe M.2 boot adapter Figure 230. Cable routing for SATA/NVMe M.2 boot adapter Note: This configuration supports non-RAID SATA, SATA RAID (VROC), non-RAID NVMe, and NVMe RAID (VROC standard). From M.2 boot adapter: signal connector System board assembly: 7mm drive/M.2 signal connector M.2 boot adapter: power connector System board assembly: M.2 power connector Chapter 6...
  • Page 432 Figure 231. Cable routing for SATA/x4 NVMe M.2 boot adapter to PCH Note: This configuration supports non-RAID SATA and SATA RAID (VROC). From M.2 boot adapter: signal connector System board assembly: 7mm drive/M.2 signal connector M.2 boot adapter: power connector System board assembly: M.2 power connector ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 433: Management Nic Adapter Cable Routing

    Figure 232. Cable routing for SATA/x4 NVMe M.2 boot adapter to CPU Note: This configuration supports non-RAID NVMe and NVMe RAID (VROC standard). From M.2 boot adapter: signal connector System board assembly: NVMe 11 connector M.2 boot adapter: power connector System board assembly: M.2 power connector Management NIC adapter cable routing Use the section to understand the cable routing for the management NIC adapter.

  • Page 434: Pcie Riser 1 Cable Routing

    • A label on each cable indicates the connection source and destination. This information is in the format RY-X and P Z. Where Y indicates the PCIe riser number, X indicates the connector on the riser card, and Z indicates the connector on the system board assembly. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 435 Six slot Gen 4 FH riser (PCIe riser 1) Cable routing for six slot Gen 4 FH riser (PCIe riser 1) Cable length From Label R1-8 System board assembly: P 500 mm (flat 140 mm) PCIe riser: R8 P 18 R1-6 System board assembly: P PCIe riser: R6...

  • Page 436: Pcie Riser 2 Cable Routing

    PCIe riser: R4 500 mm P 20 R1-2 System board assembly: P PCIe riser: R2 500 mm PCIe riser 2 cable routing Use the section to understand the cable routing for the PCIe riser 2. Notes: ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 437 ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ • Connections between connectors; , ... • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. • A label on each cable indicates the connection source and destination. This information is in the format RY-X and P Z.

  • Page 438: Pcie Riser 3 Cable Routing

    System board assembly: P PCIe riser: R3 320 mm PCIe riser 3 cable routing Use the section to understand the cable routing for the PCIe riser 3. Notes: ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ • Connections between connectors; , ... ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 439 • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. • A label on each cable indicates the connection source and destination. This information is in the format RY-X and P Z. Where Y indicates the PCIe riser number, X indicates the connector on the riser card, and Z indicates the connector on the system board assembly.

  • Page 440: Power Backplane Cable Routing

    System board assembly: P PCIe riser: R2 440 mm R3-4 System board assembly: P PCIe riser: R4 440 mm P 14 Power backplane cable routing Use the section to understand the cable routing for the power backplane. Notes: ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 441 ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ • Connections between connectors; , ... • When routing the cables, ensure that all cables are routed appropriately through the cable guides. Figure 234. Power cable routing for power backplane From Cable Power backplane: PCIe riser 1 Power cable (100 mm) PCIe riser 1: Power connector power connector (upper connector)
  • Page 442 Figure 235. Sideband cable routing for power backplane From System board assembly: Power backplane sideband Power backplane: Sideband connector connector ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 443: 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 444: 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.

  • Page 445: Update The Firmware

    Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) operating system distributions. Machine-type-specific firmware-only Static 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 7 System configuration...
  • Page 446 Selected I/ √ √ Lenovo XClarity band O devices Integrator (LXCI) for VMware vCenter Off-Target In-band All I/O √ √ √ Lenovo XClarity devices Integrator (LXCI) for Out-of- Microsoft Windows band Admin Center On-Target Off-Target ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 447 • 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 448: Configure The Firmware

    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.

  • Page 449: Memory Module Configuration

    In addition, you can choose to make the text-based interface the default interface that is displayed when you start LXPM. To do this, go to Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager ➙ UEFI Setup ➙ System Settings ➙ <F1>Start Control ➙ Text Setup. To start the server with Graphic User Interface, select Auto or Tool Suite.

  • Page 450: Enable Software Guard Extensions (Sgx)

    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 Notes: •...

  • Page 451: Deploy The Operating System

    • Multi-server Available tools: – Lenovo XClarity Administrator http://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/com.lenovo.lxca.doc/compute_node_image_deployment.html – Lenovo XClarity Essentials OneCLI http://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/toolsctr_cli_lenovo/onecli_r_uxspi_proxy_tool.html – Lenovo XClarity Integrator deployment pack for SCCM (for Windows operating system only) https://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/com.lenovo.lxci_deploypack_sccm.doc/dpsccm_c_endtoend_ deploy_scenario.html • Single-server Available tools: – Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager “OS Installation” section in the LXPM documentation compatible with your server at https:// sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/lxpm_frontend/lxpm_product_page.html...

  • Page 452: Back Up The Server Configuration

    Make sure that you create backups for the following server components: • Management processor You can back up the management processor configuration through the Lenovo XClarity Controller interface. For details about backing up the management processor configuration, see: “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...

  • Page 453: 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. If the server is managed by the Chassis Management Module 2 or by the Lenovo XClarity Administrator, alerts are automatically forwarded to those management applications.
  • Page 454 Lenovo XClarity Controller event log The Lenovo XClarity Controller monitors the physical state of the server and its components using sensors that measure internal physical variables such as temperature, power-supply voltages, fan speeds, and component status. The Lenovo XClarity Controller provides various interfaces to systems management software and to system administrators and users to enable remote management and control of a server.

  • Page 455: Display

    “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. Drive LEDs This topic provides information on drive LEDs. The following table describes the problems that are indicated by drive activity LED and drive status LED.
  • Page 456 ID button, the state of the system ID LED changes. The LED 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 LED to assist in visually locating the server among other servers.

  • Page 457: Rear System Leds

    Description Status Color Action An error has been detected on the server. Causes might include one or more of the following errors: • The temperature of the server reached the non-critical temperature threshold. • The voltage of the server reached the Check system logs or internal error LEDs to Yellow non-critical voltage threshold.

  • Page 458: Power Supply Leds

    • One 2.5-inch drive, one M.2 drive, or one 7mm drive (if OS is needed for debugging) • Six system fan modules Note: Depending on the power supply type, your power supply might look slightly different from the following illustration. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 459 • Off: The power supply is working normally Fault LED • Amber: The power supply may have failed. Dump the FFDC log from the system and contact Lenovo back end support team for PSU data log reviewing. CRPS power supply LED Figure 242. CRPS power supply LED...

  • Page 460: System-Board-Assembly Leds

    The following illustrations show the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the system board assembly. Press the power button to light the LEDs on the system board assembly when the power source has been removed from the server. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 461 Figure 243. System-board-assembly LEDs Chapter 8 Problem determination...
  • Page 462 A system ID button with LED is also located on the front (blue) locate 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 SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 463 RoT security module are installed correctly. (Trained technician only) Reinstall them if needed. 3. If the problem remains, contact Lenovo Support. PCH heartbeat The PCH heartbeat LED helps If the PCH heartbeat LED is always off or always on, do LED (green) you identify the PCH status.

  • Page 464: Firmware And Rot Security Module Leds

    FPGA status. following: 1. Replace the processor board. • Blinking (about one flash per second): FPGA is working 2. If the problem remains, contact Lenovo Support. normally. • On or off: FPGA is not working. Processor 1 error LED on: an error has occurred to Replace the processor.

  • Page 465: Xcc System Management Port Leds

    Table 35. LEDs description FPGA Fatal heart- heart- Error beat beat note note Scenario Actions RoT security module fatal Replace the firmware and RoT firmware failure security module. Blink Replace the firmware and RoT security module. Blink Replace the firmware and RoT security module.

  • Page 466: External Diagnostics Handset

    External diagnostics connector This connector is located on the front of the server, and is used to connect an External Diagnostics Handset. Note: When unplugging the External Diagnostics Handset, see the following instructions: ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 467 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. LCD display Scroll buttons (up/down/left/right) Press the scroll buttons to locate and select system information.
  • Page 468 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 SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 469 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 470 • Static IPv6 IP IPv4 Network Mask: • Current IPv6 Gateway x.x.x.x • IPv6 DNS IPv4 Default Gateway: Note: Only the MAC address that is currently in use is x.x.x.x displayed (extension or shared). ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 471: General Problem Determination Procedures

    System Environmental Information Sub Menu Example Ambient Temp: 24 C Exhaust Temp: 30 C • Ambient temperature CPU1 Temp: 50 C • Exhaust temperature PSU1: Vin= 213 w • CPU temperature Inlet= 26 C • PSU status FAN1 Front: 21000 RPM •...

  • Page 472: Resolving Suspected Power Problems

    • Printer, mouse, and non-Lenovo devices. • Each adapter. • Hard disk drives. • Memory modules until you reach the minimal configuration for debugging that is supported for the server. To determine the minimal configuration for your server, see “Minimal configuration for debugging” in “Technical specifications”...

  • Page 473: Troubleshooting By Symptom

    1. Check the event log of the application that is managing the server and follow the suggested actions to resolve any event codes. • If you are managing the server from the Lenovo XClarity Administrator, begin with the Lenovo XClarity Administrator event log.
  • Page 474 • If the adapter fails the test, disconnect the backplane signal cable from the adapter and run the tests again. • If the adapter fails the test, replace the adapter. Multiple hard drives fail Complete the following steps until the problem is solved: ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 475: Intermittent Problems

    • 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 476 UEFI setup menus and disable the feature, or disable it with the following OneCli command. OneCli.exe config set SystemRecovery.RebootSystemOnNMI Disable --bmc XCC_USER:XCC_PASSWORD@XCC_IPAddress • Disable any automatic server restart (ASR) utilities, such as the Automatic Server Restart IPMI Application for Windows, or any ASR devices that are installed. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 477: Problems

    443 for information about viewing the event log. If you are using Linux base operating system, then 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 478: Memory Problems

    • Memory mirrored channel does not account for the discrepancy. • The memory modules are seated correctly. • You have installed the correct type of memory module (see “Memory module installation rules and order” on page 46 for requirements). ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 479: Monitor And Video Problems

    • After changing or replacing a memory module, memory configuration is updated accordingly in the Setup Utility. • All banks of memory are enabled. The server might have automatically disabled a memory bank when it detected a problem, or a memory bank might have been manually disabled. •...
  • Page 480 To use the management controller remote presence function, remove the optional video adapter. 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.

  • Page 481: Network Problems

    The wrong characters appear on the screen Complete the following steps until the problem is solved: 1. Verify that the language and locality settings are correct for the keyboard and operating system. 2. If the wrong language is displayed, update the server firmware to the latest level. See “Update the firmware”...
  • Page 482 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 483 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 484: Optional-Device Problems

    • “Insufficient PCIe resources are detected.” on page 475 • “A Lenovo optional device that was just installed does not work.” on page 475 • “A Lenovo optional device that worked previously does not work now” on page 476 External USB device is not recognized Complete the following steps until the problem is resolved: 1.
  • Page 485 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://serverproven.lenovo.com...

  • Page 486: Performance Problems

    A Lenovo optional device that worked previously does not work now 1. Make sure that all of the cable connections for the device are secure. 2. If the device comes with test instructions, use those instructions to test the device.

  • Page 487: Power Problems

    6. If everything is still done and the issue cannot be resolved, 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 488: Serial-Device Problems

    Note: If you have just installed an adapter or memory, the server might have a memory-address conflict. • The software is designed to operate on the server. • Other software works on the server. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 489 • The software works on another server. 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. Chapter 8 Problem determination...
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  • Page 491: Appendix A. Hardware Disassembling For Recycle

    3. Refer to local environmental, waste or disposal regulations to ensure compliance. Procedure Step 1. Remove the following components as illustrated: • Five guide pins (with 7mm wrench) • Two low-profile screws (with PH2 screwdriver) • One plunger (with PH2 screwdriver) • Two cable guides © Copyright Lenovo 2023...
  • Page 492 Figure 247. Component removal ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...
  • Page 493 Step 2. Remove the following screws as illustrated: • Four low-profile screws (with PH2 screwdriver) • Ten slotted screws (with PH1 screwdriver) Figure 248. Screw removal Step 3. Separate the system board from the supporting sheet metal. Appendix A. Hardware disassembling for recycle...
  • Page 494 Figure 249. Processor board disassembly After you finish After disassembling the system board assembly, recycle the unit in compliance with local regulations. ThinkSystem SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 495: 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 496: 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 497: 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.
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  • Page 499: 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 SR860 V3 – https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/products/servers/thinksystem/sr860v3/7d93/downloads/driver-list/ • Lenovo Data Center Forum –...
  • Page 500 – https://serverproven.lenovo.com • Operating System Installation Instructions – https://pubs.lenovo.com/#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 SR860 V3 User Guide...

  • Page 501: 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 502: 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 503: 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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