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Abstract

The ThinkEdge SE450 is a single-socket server with a 2U height and short depth case, making it suitable for deployment in shallow cabinets. It can be mounted on a wall, stacked on a shelf or mounted in a rack. The SE450 puts increased processing power, storage and network closer to where data is generated, allowing actions resulting from the analysis of that data to take place more quickly.

This product guide provides essential pre-sales information to understand the ThinkEdge SE450 edge server, its key features and specifications, components and options, and configuration guidelines. This guide is intended for technical specialists, sales specialists, sales engineers, IT architects, and other IT professionals who want to learn more about the SE450 and consider its use in IT solutions.

Change History

Changes in the October 29, 2024 update:

Introduction

The Lenovo ThinkEdge SE450 is a single-socket server, with a 2U height and short depth case that can go almost anywhere. It can be mounted on a wall, placed on the floor like a tower server, or mounted in a rack. This rugged edge server can handle continuous operating temperatures from 5°C and 45°C; and some configurations are designed to meet NEBS Level-3 and ETSI requirements for 96 hours operating excursions from -5°C and 55°C as well as tolerance to locations with high-dust and vibration.

The ThinkEdge SE450 is based on the 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processor and is designed to virtualize traditional IT applications as well as new transformative AI systems, providing the processing power, storage, accelerator, and networking technologies required for today’s edge workloads. Lenovo’s innovation makes the ThinkEdge SE450 one of the most powerful, yet quiet servers on the market, allowing it to be deployed next to end users without disturbing the workplace.

Lenovo ThinkEdge SE450
Figure 1. Lenovo ThinkEdge SE450

Did you know?

Customers with remote locations have had to make a choice between underpowered IOT gateways and PCs, or overpowered and non-rugged data center servers. With the SE450, now they have an option: a compact edge server designed specifically to meet the needs of remote locations with the processing power to run AI workloads.

Key features

The ThinkEdge SE450 is a purpose-built server that is significantly shorter than a traditional server, making it ideal for deployment in tight spaces. It can be mounted on a wall, placed vertically in a floor stand, or mounted in a rack.

The ThinkEdge SE450 puts increased processing power, storage and network closer to where data is generated, allowing actions resulting from the analysis of that data to take place more quickly. The server is also designed for Wireless LAN (WLAN) connectivity for even great flexibility in deployment options.

Since these edge servers are typically deployed outside of secure data centers, they include technology that encrypts the data stored on the device if it is tampered with, only enabling authorized users to access it.

Scalability and performance

The SE450 offers numerous features to boost performance, improve scalability and reduce costs: 

  • Support a single processor from the powerful Intel Xeon Scalable "Ice Lake" processor family.
    • Up to 36 cores
    • Core speeds of up to 3.0 GHz
    • TDP ratings of up to 205W
  • Support for up to 8 TruDDR4 memory DIMMs an up to 1 TB of memory using 128 GB DIMMs
  • DIMMs operate at up to 3200 MHz means you have the fastest available memory subsystem
  • Supports the new Intel Optane Persistent Memory 200 Series for advanced in-memory database applications, dense-virtualization; up to 4 PMem Modules can be installed in conjunction with regular system memory.
  • Supports up to four single-width GPUs or two double-wide GPUs, for substantial processing power in an edge system.
  • Supports up to four Intel ACC100 Accelerator adapters to maximize the performance Network Function Virtualization (NFV) applications.
  • Offers a choice of internal drive SSD bays supporting SATA or NVMe drives, or hot-swap front-accessible drive bays supporting SAS, SATA or NVMe drives.
  • Supports M.2 drives for convenient operating system boot functions. Available M.2 adapters support either one M.2 drive or two M.2 drives, with optional RAID-1 with the use of VROC for performance and reliability.
  • Supports 4x NVMe drives without oversubscription of PCIe lanes (1:1 connectivity). The use of NVMe drives maximizes drive I/O performance, in terms of throughput and latency.
  • The server offers up to four PCIe 4.0 slots plus a slot dedicated to the OCP adapter.
  • Support for up to four network adapters, up to 100 Gb Ethernet or HDR100 InfiniBand, for high-speed networking to back-end servers.

Availability and serviceability

The SE450 provides many features to simplify serviceability and increase system uptime:

  • The server offers Single Device Data Correction (SDDC, also known as Chipkill), Adaptive Double-Device Data Correction (ADDDC, also known as Redundant Bit Steering or RBS), and memory mirroring for redundancy in the event of a non-correctable memory failure.
  • The server offers hot-swap drives, supporting software RAID redundancy for data protection and greater system uptime.
  • The M.2 adapter supports RAID-1 via Intel VROC which can enable two M.2 drives to be configured as a redundant pair.
  • The server has up to two hot-swap redundant power supplies and up to six simple-swap N+1 redundant fans to provide availability for business-critical applications.
  • Solid-state drives (SSDs) offer more reliability and performance than traditional mechanical HDDs for greater uptime.
  • Proactive Platform Alerts (including PFA and SMART alerts): Processors, voltage regulators, memory, internal storage (HDDs and SSDs, M.2 storage), fans, power supplies, RAID controllers, server ambient and subcomponent temperatures. Alerts can be surfaced through the XClarity Controller to managers such as Lenovo XClarity Administrator, VMware vCenter, and Microsoft System Center. These proactive alerts let you take appropriate actions in advance of possible failure, thereby increasing server uptime and application availability.
  • The built-in XClarity Controller continuously monitors system parameters, triggers alerts, and performs recovery actions in case of failures to minimize downtime.
  • Built-in diagnostics in UEFI, using Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager, speed up troubleshooting tasks to reduce service time.
  • Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager supports diagnostics and can save service data to a USB key drive or remote CIFS share folder for troubleshooting and reduce service time.
  • Auto restart in the event of a momentary loss of AC power (based on power policy setting in the XClarity Controller service processor)
  • Offers a diagnostics port on the front of the server to allow you to attach an external diagnostics handset for enhanced systems management capabilities.
  • Support for the XClarity Administrator Mobile app running on a supported smartphone or tablet and connected to the server through the service-enabled USB port, enables additional local systems management functions.
  • Three-year or one-year customer-replaceable unit and onsite limited warranty (varies by geography), 9 x 5 next business day. Optional service upgrades are available.

Manageability and security

Systems management features simplify local and remote management of the SE450:

  • The server includes an XClarity Controller (XCC) to monitor server availability. Optional upgrade to XCC Advanced to provide remote control (keyboard video mouse) functions. Optional upgrade to XCC Enterprise enables the additional support for the mounting of remote media files (ISO and IMG image files), boot capture, and power capping.
  • Lenovo XClarity Administrator offers comprehensive hardware management tools that help to increase uptime, reduce costs and improve productivity through advanced server management capabilities.
  • IT Administrators can securely claim and activate the SE450 remotely through the ThinkShield Key Vault Portal, available on the web. They can also manage and unlock their global IoT edge fleet for initial operation and in case of tamper. The ThinkShield Edge Mobile Management app enables Edge Users to securely claim and activate the ThinkEdge SE450 in an easy to use Web UI.
  • UEFI-based Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager, accessible from F1 during boot, provides system inventory information, graphical UEFI Setup, platform update function, RAID Setup wizard, operating system installation function, and diagnostic functions.
  • Support for Lenovo XClarity Energy Manager, which captures real-time power and temperature data from the server and provides automated controls to lower energy costs.
  • An integrated industry-standard Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) enables improved setup, configuration, and updates, and simplifies error handling.
  • Support for industry standard management protocols, IPMI 2.0, SNMP 3.0, Redfish REST API, serial console via IPMI
  • An integrated hardware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) supporting TPM 2.0 enables advanced cryptographic functionality, such as digital signatures and remote attestation.
  • Administrator and power-on passwords help protect from unauthorized access to the server.
  • Supports Secure Boot to ensure only a digitally signed operating system can be used. Supported with HDDs and SSDs, as well as M.2 drives.
  • Industry-standard Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) NI support for faster, stronger encryption.
  • Intel Execute Disable Bit functionality can prevent certain classes of malicious buffer overflow attacks when combined with a supported operating system.
  • Intel Trusted Execution Technology provides enhanced security through hardware-based resistance to malicious software attacks, allowing an application to run in its own isolated space, protected from all other software running on a system.
  • Additional physical security features are an available chassis intrusion switch and available lockable front bezel and top cover.

Energy efficiency

The SE450 offers the following energy-efficiency features to save energy, reduce operational costs, and increase energy availability:

  • Energy-efficient system board components help lower operational costs.
  • High-efficiency power supplies with 80 PLUS Platinum and Titanium certifications
  • Solid-state drives (SSDs) consume as much as 80% less power than traditional spinning 2.5-inch HDDs.
  • Optional Lenovo XClarity Energy Manager provides advanced data center power notification, analysis, and policy-based management to help achieve lower heat output and reduced cooling needs.

Components and connectors

The following figure shows the front view of the ThinkEdge SE450 server.

Front view of the ThinkEdge SE450
Figure 2. Front view of the ThinkEdge SE450

The following figure shows the rear of the SE450 server.

Rear view of the ThinkEdge SE450
Figure 3. Rear view of the ThinkEdge SE450

The SE450 optionally supports a security bezel which helps restrict physical access to the front of the server while still allowing cables to be properly routed through side panels. The bezel also duplicates the system LEDs that would otherwise be covered up by the bezel. The following figure shows the server with the security bezel attached.

View of the ThinkEdge SE450 with security bezel attached
Figure 4. View of the ThinkEdge SE450 with security bezel attached

The following figure shows the locations of key components inside the server. The two riser cards and various brackets have been removed to show the components on the system board.

Internal view of the Lenovo ThinkEdge SE450
Figure 5. Internal view of the ThinkEdge SE450

System architecture

The following figure shows the architectural block diagram of the SE450 system, showing the major components and connections.

The processor offers 64 PCIe G4 lanes to devices and the SE450 presents those as a combination of PCIe slots, an OCP slot, and NVMe drives. As shown in the figure, PCIe lanes to slots 3 and 6 can instead be configured to be used with the OCP slot and/or NVMe drive connections. The specific combinations supported are listed in the Configurations section.

Tip: The wrench icons show where the local and remote management functions are enabled

SE450 system board - architectural block diagram
Figure 6. SE450 architectural block diagram

Standard specifications

The following table lists the standard specifications of the SE450.

Table 1. Standard specifications
Components Specification
Machine types 7D8T - 3 year warranty
Form factor 2U rack server, 300mm or 360mm depth
Processor 1x 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processor (formerly codenamed "Ice Lake"). Supports Silver, Gold and Platinum processors up to 36 cores, core speeds of up to 3.0 GHz, and TDP ratings of up to 205W.
Accelerators Supports up to 4x Intel ACC100 Accelerating NFV adapters
Memory

10 DIMM slots, supporting the following combinations:

  • 1, 2, 4, 6 or 8x RDIMMs (no Persistent Memory modules)
  • 6x RDIMMs and 1x Persistent Memory module
  • 8x RDIMMs and 1x Persistent Memory module
  • 4x RDIMMs and 4x Persistent Memory modules

The  processor has 8 memory channels with 1 RDIMM per channel. In configurations with  8x RDIMMs + 1 PMem, the PMem is installed as a 2nd module on one of the channels. Lenovo TruDDR4 RDIMMs and 3DS RDIMMs are supported. DIMMs operate at up to 3200 MHz.

Persistent memory Supports up to 4x Intel Optane Persistent Memory 200 Series modules installed in the DIMM slots. Persistent memory (PMem) is installed in combination with system memory DIMMs.
Memory maximum With RDIMMs only: Up to 1TB with 8x 128GB 3DS RDIMMs
With PMem: Up to 1.5TB with 4x 128GB 3DS RDIMMs + 4x 256GB PMem modules
Memory protection ECC, SDDC (for x4-based memory DIMMs), ADDDC (for x4-based memory DIMMs, requires Platinum or Gold processors), and memory mirroring.
Drive bays
  • Up to 4x internal SSD drive bays supporting non-hot-swap trayless NVMe or SATA SSD drives
  • Up to 2x 2.5-inch hot-swap drive bays, front accessible, supporting SAS or SATA SSD drives (mutually exclusive with slots 3 and 4 in Riser 2)
  • Up to 2x M.2 drives for boot functions, supporting SATA drives
Maximum data storage
  • 2.5-inch hot-swap drives:
    • 30.72TB using 2x 15.36TB 2.5-inch SAS SSDs
  • 7mm internal (trayless) drives:
    • 30.72TB using 4x 7.68TB 7mm SATA SSDs
    • 15.36TB using 4x 3.84TB 7mm NVMe SSDs
  • 15mm internal (trayless) drives:
    • 7.68TB using 2x 3.84TB 15mm NVMe SSDs
  • 15mm internal drives:
    • 122.88TB using 2x 61.44TB NVMe SSDs
Storage controller
  • 4x Onboard SATA ports (Intel VROC SATA RAID, formerly known as Intel RSTe RAID)
  • Up to 4x Onboard NVMe ports (includes Intel VROC NVMe RAID, with optional license for non-Intel NVMe SSDs)
  • RAID adapter and HBA support for SAS and SATA drive connectivity
Optical drive bays No internal optical drive. Supports external DVD-RW.
Tape drive bays No support
Network interfaces

Dedicated OCP 3.0 SFF slot with PCIe 4.0 x16 host interface (not available in all configurations based on PCIe lane availability). OCP slot supports a variety of 2-port and 4-port adapters with 1GbE, 10GbE or 25GbE network connectivity. One port can optionally be shared with the XClarity Controller (XCC) management processor for Wake-on-LAN and NC-SI support.

Additional network adapters supported in the PCIe slots.

Optional Wireless connectivity with integrated Embedded Network Module (ENM) adapter in dedicated slot with external antennas. Supports IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax WLAN (M.2 2230 module).

PCI Expansion slots Up to 4x PCIe 4.0 slots, x16 or x8, depending on the configuration selected. 300mm chassis supports half-length (FHHL) adapters, 360mm chassis supports full-length (FHFL) adapters.
GPU support Supports up to 4x single-wide GPUs or up to 2x double-wide GPUs
Ports Front: 2x USB 3.2 G1 (5 Gb/s) ports, VGA port, USB 2.0 port for XCC local management only (not visible to the operating system), dedicated RJ-45 1GbE remote systems management port, External diagnostics port for local systems management, NMI pinhole
Cooling 6x simple-swap 60 mm dual-rotor fans (all standard), N+1 redundant in most configurations.
Power supply

Up to two hot-swap redundant power supplies

  • 1100W Titanium or Platinum AC power supplies
  • 1800W Platinum AC power supply
  • 1100W -48V DC power supply

Note: Power supplies are front-mounted so fan rotation is reversed compared to other ThinkSystem servers.

Video G200 graphics with 16 MB memory with 2D hardware accelerator, integrated into the XClarity Controller. Maximum resolution is 1920x1200 32bpp at 60Hz.
Hot-swap parts Drives (in hot-swap trays), power supplies
Systems management

Operator panel with status LEDs on the front of the server. Duplicate status LEDs on the top of the server. Optional External Diagnostics Handset with LCD display. XClarity Controller (XCC) embedded management based on ASPEED AST2600 management processor, XClarity Administrator centralized infrastructure delivery, XClarity Integrator plugins, and XClarity Energy Manager centralized server power management. Optional XClarity Controller Advanced and Enterprise to enable remote control functions.

ThinkShield Edge Mobile Management mobile app and XClarity Mobile app for local onsite SE450 server management.

Security features ThinkShield Key Vault Portal web site for security management. Trusted Platform Module, supporting TPM 2.0. Lockable top cover, optional front locking security bezel with duplicate status LEDs, intrusion detection, self-encrypting drive (SED) support, power-on password, administrator's password.
Operating systems supported Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi. See the Operating system support section for specifics.
Mounting options Horizontal or vertical orientation. Floor mount (vertical), wall mount, or 2U short-depth rack mount. Available locking security bezel with dust filter.
Limited warranty Three-year customer-replaceable unit and onsite limited warranty with 9x5 next business day (NBD).
Service and support Optional service upgrades are available through Lenovo Services: 4-hour or 2-hour response time, 6-hour fix time, 1-year or 2-year warranty extension, software support for Lenovo hardware and some third-party applications.
Dimensions 300mm chassis: Width: 445 mm (17.5 in.), height: 87 mm (3.4 in.), depth: 323 mm (12.7 in.)
360mm chassis: Width: 445 mm (17.5 in.), height: 87 mm (3.4 in.), depth: 383 mm (15.1 in.)
See Physical and electrical specifications for details.
Volume 300mm chassis: 11.6 liters
360mm chassis: 13.9 liters
Weight 300mm chassis: 14.8 kg (32.7 lb)
360mm chassis: 17.4 kg (38.4 lb)

Models

ThinkEdge SE450 models can be configured by using the Lenovo Data Center Solution Configurator (DCSC).

Controlled GPU models: The "Controlled GPU" base CTO models listed in the table are the only models that support high-performance GPUs and accelerators. These models are classified under US Government ECCN regulations and have limited market and customer availability. All other base models do not support high-performance GPUs.

Preconfigured server models may also be available for the SE450, however these are region-specific; that is, each region may define their own server models, and not all server models are available in every region.

The following table lists the base CTO models of the ThinkEdge SE450 server.

Table 2. Base CTO models
Machine Type/Model Description
7D8TCTO1WW ThinkEdge SE450 - 3yr Warranty
7D8TCTOAWW ThinkEdge SE450 - 3yr Warranty with Controlled GPU

Models of the SE450 are defined based on the depth of the chassis:

  • 300mm depth chassis - supports half-length adapters only
  • 360mm depth chassis - supports full-length adapters or half-length adapters

The feature codes for these chassis choices are as listed in the following table.

Table 3. Chassis base feature codes
Feature code Description
BMHB ThinkEdge SE450 Edge Server Chassis, 300mm
BMHC ThinkEdge SE450 Edge Server Chassis, 360mm

The following tables list the available models, grouped by region.

Refer to the Specifications section for information about standard features of the server.

Models for Asia Pacific region

The following table lists the models for the Asia Pacific region: Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam

Table 4. Models for Asia Pacific markets
Model Intel
processors†
Memory Drive
Contr
Drive bays
Drives
Add'l
Cards
OCP Power
supply
Pwr
cord
XCC2 Rail kit
Standard models with a 3-year warranty (machine type 7D8T)
7D8T1001AP Xeon Silver 4310T 10C 105W 2.3GHzz 1x  32GB OB SATA 2x 2.5-in NHS / Open bay Opt Yes 1x 1100W Yes Ent Yes

† Processor detail: Model, number of cores, TDP, core frequency

Configurations

As shown in the System architecture section, PCIe lanes to slots 3 and 6 can instead be configured to be used with the OCP slot and/or NVMe drive connections. In addition, hot-swap drive bays are mutually exclusive with Riser 2 (slots 3 and 4). As a result, only certain combinations of slots, drive bays and drive types are supported.

The following table lists the supported combinations of server.

Serial port support: The serial port (COM port) installs in Slot 6 and is supported in any of the configurations listed that doesn't have Slot 6 enabled. The only exception to this is 360mm chassis configurations that have a double-wide GPU installed in Slot 5, since the GPU will also occupy Slot 6. For more information, see the Serial port section.

Table 5. Configurations
Config Riser 1 Riser 2 OCP Total
NVMe drives
Hot-swap drive bays Internal (non-hot-swap) drive bays DW FL GPU Description
Slot 5 Slot 6 Slot 3 Slot 4
Configurations using the 300mm chassis
1 x16 x8 x8 x16 x16 None No support 0 drives, or 2x 15mm SAS/SATA, or 4x 7mm SAS/SATA No support Standard config – 2x PCIe x16 slots + 2x PCIe x8 slots + OCP
2 x16 x16 x16 x16 No support None No support 0 drives, or 2x 15mm SAS/SATA, or 4x 7mm SAS/SATA No support Support for 4x PCI x16 slots
3 x16 No support No support x16 x16 4x NVMe No support 0 drives, or 2x 15mm NVMe, or 4x 7mm NVMe No support Support for 4x 7mm internal NVMe drives
4 x16 x16 x8 x16 No support 2x NVMe No support 0 drives, or 2x 15mm NVMe No support Support for 2x 15mm internal NVMe drives
5 x16 No support No support No support x16 4x NVMe 2x AnyBay 0 drives, or 2x 15mm / 2x 7mm NVMe*, or 2x 15mm / 4x 7mm SATA No support Support for hot-swap drives using onboard controllers‡
6 x16 x16 No support No support No support 4x NVMe 2x AnyBay 0 drives, or 2x 15mm / 2x 7mm NVMe*, or 2x 15mm / 4x 7mm SAS/SATA No support Support for hot-swap drives using an HBA or RAID adapter†
Configurations using the 360mm chassis
1 x16 No support No support x16 x16 4x NVMe No support 0 drives, or 4x 7mm NVMe/SATA, or 2x 15mm NVMe/SATA 2 GPU-rich config
2 x16 No support No support No support x16 2x NVMe 2x AnyBay 0 drives, or 2x 15mm NVMe, or 2x 15mm / 4x 7mm SATA 1 GPU + hot-swap drives using onboard controllers‡
3 x16 x16 x8 x16 No support 4x NVMe No support 0 drives, or 2x 15mm / 2x 7mm NVMe*, or 2x 15mm / 4x 7mm SATA No support 4x PCIe slots (no DW GPU support)
4 x16 x16 No support x16 No support 2x NVMe No support 0 drives, or 2x 15mm NVMe, or 2x 15mm / 4x 7mm SATA 1 GPU-ready config with 3x PCIe slots

* For configurations with hot-swap drive bays, only 2x internal (non-hot-swap) NVMe drives are supported; 4x internal NVMe drives are not supported
† The 300mm configuration #6 does not currently support 2x internal NVMe drives + hot-swap drives using an HBA or RAID adapter
‡ No support for HBA or RAID adapter

Processors

The SE450 supports a single processor in the 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processor family (formerly codenamed "Ice Lake").

In this section:

Processor options

The table below lists the processors that are supported.

Some processors include a suffix letter in the processor model number:

  • M: Media Processing optimized
  • N: NFV optimized
  • P: High frequency-optimized for IaaS virtualization customers
  • Q: Optimized for liquid cooling
  • S: Large (512GB) SGX Enclave size
  • T: High Tcase
  • U: Single socket
  • V: High density/low power-optimized for SaaS virtualization customers
  • Y: Speed Select
Table 6. Processor options
Feature
code
Description Maximum
quantity
BB34 Intel Xeon Silver 4310T 10C 105W 2.3GHz Processor 1
BB2Z Intel Xeon Silver 4314 16C 135W 2.4GHz Processor 1
BB39 Intel Xeon Silver 4316 20C 150W 2.3GHz Processor 1
BB30 Intel Xeon Gold 5317 12C 150W 3.0GHz Processor 1
BB3E Intel Xeon Gold 5318N 24C 150W 2.1GHz Processor 1
BB2Y Intel Xeon Gold 5320T 20C 150W 2.3GHz Processor 1
BB4E Intel Xeon Gold 6326 16C 185W 2.9GHz Processor 1
BB3H Intel Xeon Gold 6330 28C 205W 2.0GHz Processor 1
BB3N Intel Xeon Gold 6330N 28C 165W 2.2GHz Processor 1
BB3S Intel Xeon Gold 6336Y 24C 185W 2.4GHz Processor 1
BB31 Intel Xeon Gold 6338N 32C 185W 2.2GHz Processor 1
BB33 Intel Xeon Gold 6338T 24C 165W 2.1GHz Processor 1
BB2U Intel Xeon Gold 6354 18C 205W 3.0GHz Processor 1
BB2S Intel Xeon Platinum 8352V 36C 195W 2.1GHz Processor 1
BB2V Intel Xeon Platinum 8352Y 32C 205W 2.2GHz Processor 1

Processor features

Supported processors have the following features:

  • Third-generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors (formerly codenamed "Ice Lake")
  • 10 nm process technology
  • 8x DDR4 memory channels
  • 64x PCIe 4.0 I/O lanes available for PCIe and NVMe devices
  • 1.25 MB L2 cache per core
  • 1.5 MB or more L3 cache per core
  • Intel Deep Learning Boost, which provides built-in Artificial Intelligence (AI) acceleration with the Vector Neural Network Instruction set (VNNI). DL Boost and VNNI are designed to deliver significant, more efficient Deep Learning (Inference) acceleration for high-performance AI workloads.
  • Intel Hyper-Threading Technology, which boosts performance for multithreaded applications by enabling simultaneous multithreading within each processor core, up to two threads per core.
  • Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, which allows processor cores to run at maximum speeds during peak workloads by temporarily going beyond processor TDP.
  • Intel Virtualization Technology (includes VT-x and VT-d), which integrates hardware-level virtualization hooks that allow operating system vendors to better use the hardware for virtualization workloads.
  • Intel Speed Select Technology, supported on some processor models, enables increased core Turbo Boost frequency on specific individual cores to maximize application performance.
  • Intel Advanced Vector Extensions 512 (AVX-512), to enable acceleration of enterprise-class workloads, including databases and enterprise resource planning (ERP).
  • Up to two Intel AVX-512 Fused-Multiply Add (FMA) units
  • Intel SGX (Software Guard Extensions) and Intel TME (Total Memory Encryption) security features

The following table compares the features of the supported third-generation Intel Xeon processors.

Abbreviations used in the table:

  • TB: Turbo Boost 2.0
  • UPI: Ultra Path Interconnect
  • TDP: Thermal Design Power
  • SGX: Software Guard Extensions
  • PMem: Persistent Memory support

Table 7. Processor features
CPU
model
Cores/
threads
Core speed
(Base / TB max)
L3 cache* Max memory
speed
TDP SGX Enclave
Size
Pmem
4310T 10 / 20 2.3 GHz / 3.4 GHz 15 MB 2667 MHz 105W 8 GB No
4314 16 / 32 2.4 GHz / 3.4 GHz 24 MB 2667 MHz 135W 8 GB Yes
4316 20 / 40 2.3 GHz / 3.4 GHz 30 MB 2667 MHz 150W 8 GB No
5317 12 / 24 3.0 GHz / 3.6 GHz 18 MB 2933 MHz 150W 64 GB Yes
5318N 24 / 48 2.1 GHz / 3.4 GHz 36 MB 2667 MHz 150W 64 GB Yes
5320T 20 / 40 2.3 GHz / 3.5 GHz 30 MB 2933 MHz 150W 64 GB Yes
6326 16 / 32 2.9 GHz / 3.5 GHz 24 MB 3200 MHz 185W 64 GB Yes
6330 28 / 56 2.0 GHz / 3.1 GHz 42 MB 2933 MHz 205W 64 GB Yes
6330N 28 / 56 2.2 GHz / 3.4 GHz 42 MB 2667 MHz 165W 64 GB Yes
6336Y 24 / 48 2.4 GHz / 3.6 GHz 36 MB 3200 MHz 185W 64 GB Yes
6338N 32 / 64 2.2 GHz / 3.5 GHz 48 MB 2667 MHz 185W 64 GB Yes
6338T 24 / 48 2.1 GHz / 3.4 GHz 36 MB 3200 MHz 165W 64 GB Yes
6354 18 / 36 3.0 GHz / 3.6 GHz 39 MB* 3200 MHz 205W 64 GB Yes
8352V 36 / 72 2.1 GHz / 3.5 GHz 54 MB 2933 MHz 195W 8 GB Yes
8352Y 32 / 64 2.2 GHz / 3.4 GHz 48 MB 3200 MHz 205W 64 GB Yes

* L3 cache is 1.5 MB per core or larger. Processors with a larger L3 cache per core are marked with an *

Heatsink

For factory orders, the SE450 supports either a 1U or 2U processor heatsink, as listed in the following table. Field upgrades are not supported.

Table 8. Processor heatsink
Part number Feature code Description
CTO only B978 ThinkSystem SR630/SR850/SR860 V2 Standard Heatsink (1U heatsink)
CTO only B976 ThinkSystem SR650 V2 Standard Heatsink (2U heatsink)

Configuration rules:

  • The 2U heatsink is recommended to maximize heat dissipation and minimize fan noise, and is the default selection in the DCSC configurator.
  • The 1U heatsink is required for full-length adapters
  • The following processors require the 2U heatsink:
    • Intel Xeon Gold 5320T 20C 150W 2.3GHz Processor (BB2Y)
    • Intel Xeon Gold 6338T 24C 165W 2.1GHz Processor (BB33)
    • All processors with TDP > 165W

UEFI operating modes

The SE450 offers preset operating modes that affect energy consumption and performance. These modes are a collection of predefined low-level UEFI settings that simplify the task of tuning the server to suit your business and workload requirements.

The following table lists the feature codes that allow you to specify the mode you wish to preset in the factory for CTO orders.

UK and EU customers: For compliance with the ERP Lot9 regulation, you should select feature BFYE. For some systems, you may not be able to make a selection, in which case, it will be automatically derived by the configurator.

Table 9. UEFI operating mode presets in DCSC
Feature code Description
BFYB Operating mode selection for: "Maximum Performance Mode"
BFYC Operating mode selection for: "Minimal Power Mode"
BFYD Operating mode selection for: "Efficiency Favoring Power Savings Mode"
BFYE Operating mode selection for: "Efficiency - Favoring Performance Mode"

The preset modes for the SE450 are as follows:

  • Maximum Performance Mode (feature BFYB): Achieves maximum performance but with higher power consumption and lower energy efficiency.
  • Minimal Power Mode (feature BFYC): Minimize the absolute power consumption of the system.
  • Efficiency Favoring Power Savings Mode (feature BFYD): Maximize the performance/watt efficiency with a bias towards power savings. This is the favored mode for SPECpower benchmark testing, for example.
  • Efficiency Favoring Performance Mode (feature BFYE): Maximize the performance/watt efficiency with a bias towards performance. This is the favored mode for Energy Star certification, for example.

For details about these preset modes, and all other performance and power efficiency UEFI settings offered in the SE450, see the paper "Tuning UEFI Settings for Performance and Energy Efficiency on Intel Xeon Scalable Processor-Based ThinkSystem Servers", available from https://lenovopress.lenovo.com/lp1477.

Memory options

The SE450 has 10 DIMM slots, supporting the following memory and persistent memory combinations:

  • 1, 2, 4, 6 or 8x RDIMMs (no persistent memory modules)
  • 6x RDIMMs and 1x persistent memory module
  • 8x RDIMMs and 1x persistent memory module
  • 4x RDIMMs and 4x persistent memory modules

The  processor has 4 memory controllers and 8 memory channels; with all-memory configurations (that is, without persistent memory), the DIMMs are installed 1 RDIMM per channel. This corresponds to all the white DIMM slots on the system board. See the internal view of the server for the location of the DIMM slots.

Lenovo TruDDR4 RDIMMs and 3DS RDIMMs are supported. With 8x 128 GB 3DS RDIMMs installed, the SE450 supports a total of 1 TB of system memory.

The use of persistent memory is described in the Persistent Memory section.

Memory operates at up to 3200 MHz, depending on the processor selected. If the processor selected has a lower memory bus speed, then all DIMMs will operate at that lower speed. See the Processor features section for details.

Lenovo TruDDR4 memory uses the highest quality components that are sourced from Tier 1 DRAM suppliers and only memory that meets the strict requirements of Lenovo is selected. It is compatibility tested and tuned to maximize performance and reliability. From a service and support standpoint, Lenovo TruDDR4 memory automatically assumes the system warranty, and Lenovo provides service and support worldwide.

The following table lists the memory options that are available for the server.

Table 10. Memory options
Part number Feature code Description Maximum
supported
RDIMMs
4X77A08632 B963 ThinkSystem 16GB TruDDR4 3200MHz (2Rx8 1.2V) RDIMM 8
4X77A08633 B964 ThinkSystem 32GB TruDDR4 3200MHz (2Rx4 1.2V) RDIMM 8
4X77A08634 B965 ThinkSystem 32GB TruDDR4 3200MHz (2Rx8 1.2V) RDIMM 8
4X77A08635 B966 ThinkSystem 64GB TruDDR4 3200MHz (2Rx4 1.2V) RDIMM 8
3DS RDIMMs
4X77A08636 BA62 ThinkSystem 128GB TruDDR4 3200 MHz (2S2Rx4 1.2V) 3DS RDIMM 8

The following rules apply when selecting the memory configuration:

  • In the SE450, the following DIMM quantities are supported: 1, 2, 4, 6, and 8. Other quantities are not supported.
  • The server supports RDIMMs and 3DS RDIMMs; UDIMMs and LRDIMMs are not supported
  • Mixing RDIMMs and 3DS RDIMMs is not supported
  • Mixing x4 and x8 DIMMs is supported

For best performance, consider the following:

  • Install 8 memory DIMMs so that all memory channels are used.
  • Populate memory channels so they all have the same total memory capacity.
  • Ensure all memory controllers on a processor socket have the same DIMM configuration.

The following memory protection technologies are supported:

  • ECC
  • SDDC (for x4-based memory DIMMs; look for "x4" in the DIMM description)
  • ADDDC (for x4-based memory DIMMs)
  • Memory mirroring

Note: Memory sparing is not supported

If memory channel mirroring is used, then DIMMs must be installed in pairs or sets of three (minimum of one pair or set of three), and all DIMMs in the pair or set of three must be identical in type and size. 50% of the installed capacity is available to the operating system.

Persistent Memory

The SE450 server supports Intel Optane Persistent Memory 200 Series, a new class of memory and storage technology explicitly architected for server usage. Persistent memory is an innovative technology that delivers a unique combination of affordable large memory capacity and persistence (non-volatility). It offers significantly lower latency than fetching data from SSDs, even NVMe SSDs, and offers higher capacities than system memory.

Persistent memory technology can help boost the performance of data-intensive applications such as in-memory analytics, databases, content delivery networks, and high performance computing (HPC), as well as deliver consistent service levels at scale with higher virtual machine and container density. When data is stored closer to the processor on nonvolatile media, applications can see significant overall improvement in performance.

The following table lists the ordering information for the supported persistent memory modules.

Table 11. Persistent memory module part numbers
Part
number
Feature
code
Description Maximum
supported
4ZC7A08732 B98B ThinkSystem 128GB TruDDR4 3200MHz (1.2V) Intel Optane Persistent Memory 4
4ZC7A08734 B98A ThinkSystem 256GB TruDDR4 3200MHz (1.2V) Intel Optane Persistent Memory 4

App Direct Mode and Memory Mode are supported. Mixed Mode is not supported.

The following table lists the supported combinations of memory (RDIMMs) and PMem in App Direct mode. The supported RDIMMs to PMem ratio must be between 1:1 and 1:8.

Table 12. Supported combinations in App Direct mode
Total RDIMMs Total PMem Total
Available
Memory*
Ratio
(RDIMM:
Pmem)†
Quantity of RDIMMs Quantity of PMem modules
16GB 32GB 64GB 128GB 128GB
PMem
256GB
PMem
96 GB 128 GB 224 GB 1:1.33 6       1  
128 GB 128 GB 256 GB 1:1 8       1  
64 GB 512 GB 576 GB 1:8 4       4  
128 GB 512 GB 640 GB 1:4   4     4  
256 GB 512 GB 768 GB 1:2     4   4  
512 GB 512 GB 1 TB 1:1       4 4  
96 GB 256 GB 352 GB 1:2.67 6         1
192 GB 256 GB 448 GB 1:1.33   6       1
128 GB 256 GB 384 GB 1:2 8         1
256 GB 256 GB 512 GB 1:1   8       1
128 GB 1 TB 1.125 TB 1:8   4       4
256 GB 1 TB 1.25 TB 1:4     4     4
512 GB 1 TB 1.5 TB 1:2       4   4

* In App Direct Mode, the available memory is the sum of the installed RDIMMs + PMem. The actual user capacity of PMem modules is less than the stated amount. For example, a 128GB PMem module has 126.7GB usable storage.
† Density ratio of system memory to persistent memory, RDIMM:PMem; 2-Socket-capable third-generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors only support RDIMM:Pmem density ratios of between 1:1 and 1:8

The following table lists the supported combinations of RDIMMs and PMem in Memory mode. The supported RDIMMs to PMem ratio must be between 1:4 and 1:16.

Table 13. Supported combinations in Memory Mode
Total RDIMMs Total PMem Total
Available
Memory*
Ratio
(RDIMM:
Pmem)†
Quantity of RDIMMs Quantity of PMem modules
16GB 32GB 64GB 128GB 128GB
PMem
256GB
PMem
64 GB 512 GB 512 GB 1:8 4       4  
128 GB 512 GB 512 GB 1:4   4     4  
64 GB 1 TB 1 TB 1:16 4         4
128 GB 1 TB 1 TB 1:8   4       4
256 GB 1 TB 1 TB 1:4     4     4

* In Memory Mode, the available memory = persistent memory installed. The actual user capacity of PMem modules is less than the stated amount. For example, a 128GB PMem module has 126.7GB usable storage.
† Ratio of system memory to persistent memory, RDIMM:PMem; Memory Mode only supports DIMM:Pmem ratios of between 1:4 and 1:16

Persistent memory requirements:

  • Some processors do not support PMem. See the Processor features section for details.
  • App Direct Mode and Memory Mode are supported, however Mixed Mode is not supported.
  • Only quantities of 1x or 4x PMem modules are supported as listed in the above tables. Other quantities are not supported.
  • PMem modules operate at up to 3200 MHz, however if the processor selected has a lower memory bus speed, then PMem modules will operate at that lower speed.
  • All installed PMem modules must be the same size. Mixing PMem modules of different capacities is not supported.
  • Both interleaved and non-interleaved modes are supported.
  • Memory mirroring is not supported with PMem modules installed

For additional details, see the Intel Optane Persistent Memory 200 Series product guide, https://lenovopress.com/LP1380.

Internal storage

The SE450 offers the following internal storage options:

  • Up to 4x internal SSD drive bays supporting non-hot-swap trayless NVMe or SATA SSD drives
  • Up to 2x 2.5-inch hot-swap drive bays, front accessible, supporting SAS or SATA SSD drives (mutually exclusive with slots 3 and 4 in Riser 2)
  • Up to 2x M.2 drives for boot functions, supporting SATA or NVMe drives

In this section:

Internal drive cage

The SE450 offers an internal drive cage which supports either of the following:

  • Up to 4x 7mm trayless drives, either SATA or NVMe (zero drives also supported)
  • Up to 2x 15mm trayless drives, either SATA or NVMe (zero drives also supported)

The internal drive cage is mounted at the front of the processor and DIMMs as shown in the following figure.

Location of the internal drive cage
Figure 7. Location of the internal drive cage

The internal drive cage, feature BMGT, is a standard feature in all configurations, however the bays are only usable provided the cables are also installed, either CTO (NVMe or SATA cabling) or as a field upgrade (SATA cabling only).

Tip: 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4x internal trayless drives are supported.

Table 14. Internal drive cage
Feature code Description
BMGT ThinkEdge SE450 Internal HDD Cage

The SE450 supports field upgrades to enable SATA drives in the internal drive cage. The following part numbers are available for cables.

Note: NVMe drive bays are not supported as field upgrades, due to the complexity of the cabling required.

Table 15. Cables for SATA drive upgrades for the internal drive cage
Part number Description Purpose
4X97A90164 ThinkEdge SE450 Internal 2x2.5" SATA Cable SATA signal and power cable to connect from system planar to 2x drives (7mm or 15mm), one in each bay. See SATA 2x1 cable flyer.
4X97A90165 ThinkEdge SE450 Internal 4x2.5" SATA Cable SATA signal and power cable to connect from system planar to 4x drives (7mm), two in each bay. See SATA 2x2 cable flyer.
4X97A90161 ThinkEdge SE450 Internal RAID 2x2.5" SATA Cable SATA signal and power cable to connect from RAID adapter or HBA to 2x drives (7mm or 15mm), one in each bay. See SATA RAID 1x2 cable flyer.
4X97A90162 ThinkEdge SE450 Internal RAID 4x2.5" SATA Cable SATA signal and power cable to connect from RAID adapter or HBA to 4x drives (7mm), two in each bay. See SATA RAID 2x2 cable flyer.

Hot-swap drive bays

The SE450 supports 2x 2.5-inch hot-swap drive bays, mounted in place of Riser 2.

Location of the hot-swap drive bays
Figure 8. Location of the hot-swap drive bays

The drive cage is only available in preconfigured models or CTO. Field upgrades are not available.

Table 16. Hot-swap drive bays
Part number Feature code Description
CTO only BMGN ThinkEdge SE450 Front HDD Cage (includes 2-drive AnyBay backplane)

Configuration requirements:

  • The hot-swap drive bays support 2.5-inch hot-swap drives, either SATA, NVMe or SAS. SAS drives require the use of a RAID adapter or SAS HBA.
  • The hot-swap drive bays are mutually exclusive with Riser 2 (slots 3 and 4)
  • The server supports a maximum of 4x NVMe drives, so if two NVMe drives are configured as hot-swap drives, then only two NVMe drives can be configured in the internal drive cage (trayless drives)
  • The required cables are derived by the configurator; SATA and NVMe cables are configured based on the controller selected even if no drives are selected in DCSC.

DCSC tip: In order to select the hot-swap drive cage (feature BMGN), you must first select two controllers:

  • The Onboard NVMe controller (BC4V); plus
  • Either the onboard SATA controller (AVV0) or a RAID adapter/HBA.

You must select both NVMe and SATA/SAS controllers because the hot-swap drive bays have an AnyBay backplane. If you do not select one of each controller then BMGN will be unselectable. Once BMGN is selected, you will then need to deselect Riser 2 (feature BMGM) from the PCIe tab, since the hot-swap drive bays are installed in place of Riser 2.

For configurations with onboard SATA, it is supported to upgrade the controller to a RAID adapter or HBA. To do so, order the adapter as well as the RAID cable listed in the following table, 4X97A90160. Similarly, to remove a RAID adapter or HBA and reconfigure the server to use the onboard SATA controller instead, order the SATA cable listed, 4X97A90163.

Table 17. Cables for SATA hot-swap drive bay upgrades
Part number Description Purpose
4X97A90160 ThinkEdge SE450 RAID SATA Cable for Backplane SATA cable to connect from RAID adapter or HBA to hot-swap drive backplane. See cable flyer.
4X97A90163 ThinkEdge SE450 SATA Cable for Backplane SATA cable to connect from system planar to hot-swap drive backplane. See cable flyer.

Supported drive bay combinations

The following drive bay combinations are supported:

  • Up to 4x internal SATA drives + optional M.2 (no hot-swap drives)
  • Up to 4x internal NVMe drives + optional M.2 (no hot-swap drives)
  • Up to 4x internal SATA drives + up to 2x hot-swap SATA drives + optional M.2
  • Up to 4x internal SATA drives + up to 2x hot-swap NVMe drives + optional M.2
  • Up to 2x internal NVMe drives + up to 2x hot-swap SATA drives + optional M.2
  • Up to 2x internal NVMe drives + up to 2x hot-swap NVMe drives + optional M.2
  • M.2 drives only (no hot-swap drives, no internal drives)
  • Up to 2x hot-swap drives + M.2 drives (no internal drives)

Configurations rules:

  • Zero internal (trayless) drives can be selected (M.2 drive is not required)
  • Hot-swap drive bays are not available if Riser 2 is installed. NVMe drives are not supported in some adapter slot configurations. See the Configurations section for details.
  • For configurations with hot-swap drive bays, only 2x internal (non-hot-swap) NVMe drives are supported; 4x internal NVMe drives are not supported

Tip: The SE450 now offers greater flexibility in storage configurations:

  • Internal (trayless) drives: 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4 drives
  • Hot-swap drives: 0, 1 or 2 drives
  • M.2 drives: 0, 1, or 2 drives

M.2 drives

The SE450 supports one or two M.2 form-factor SATA or NVMe drives for use as an operating system boot solution. The M.2 drives install into an M.2 module which is mounted vertically in the SE450 in a bracket attached to the power supply cage. See the internal view of the server for the location.

Tip: It is supported to have a configuration with M.2 drives but without any other internal drives (trayless or hot-swap)

Table 18. M.2 bracket
Part number Feature code Description
CTO only BMH3 ThinkEdge SE450 SBS M.2 Adapter Bracket

There M.2 module supported in the SE450 are listed in the following table.

Table 19. M.2 modules
Part
number
Feature
code
Description SATA
drives
NVMe
drives
RAID Maximum
supported
4Y37A09738 B5XJ ThinkSystem M.2 SATA/NVMe 2-Bay Enablement Kit Yes Yes Yes* 1

* RAID is supported via Intel VROC

Supported drives are listed in the Internal drive options section.

The M.2 SATA/NVMe 2-Bay Enablement Kit has the following features:

  • Supports one or two M.2 drives, either SATA or NVMe
  • When two drives installed, they must be either both SATA or both NVMe
  • Support 42mm, 60mm, 80mm and 110mm drive form factors (2242, 2260, 2280 and 22110)
  • JBOD native support; RAID can be enabled via Intel VROC
  • Either 6Gbps SATA or PCIe 3.0 x1 interface to the drives depending on the drives installed
  • Supports monitoring and reporting of events and temperature through I2C
  • Firmware update via Lenovo firmware update tools

Field upgrades

The SE450 supports M.2 field upgrades provided the system already has the M.2 Adapter Bracket (feature BMH3) installed. As well as adding the above M.2 adapter, you will also need to order the M.2 Adapter Cable as listed in the following table.

Table 20. M.2 adapter cable
Part number Feature code Description
4X97A84822 BMFZ ThinkEdge SE450 M.2 Adapter Cable

For further details about M.2 components, see the ThinkSystem M.2 Drives and M.2 Adapters product guide:
https://lenovopress.com/lp0769-thinksystem-m2-drives-adapters

Controllers for internal storage

The drives of the SE450 are connected to controller on the system board:

  • Onboard SATA ports with software RAID support (Intel VROC SATA RAID, formerly known as Intel RSTe)
  • Onboard NVMe ports with software RAID support (Intel VROC NVMe RAID)

The following table lists the adapters used for the internal storage of the server.

Table 21. Internal Storage adapter support
Part number Feature code Description
Onboard SATA - Intel VROC SATA RAID (Intel RSTe)
None AVV0 On Board SATA Software RAID Mode
Onboard NVMe - Intel VROC NVMe RAID for Internal and hot-swap drives
None B9X7 Intel VROC (VMD NVMe RAID) Intel SSD Only (Standard)
4L47A83669 BR9B Intel VROC (VMD NVMe RAID) Standard
(license upgrade - to enable RAID support for non-Intel NVMe SSDs)
4L47A39164 B96G Intel VROC (VMD NVMe RAID) Premium
(license upgrade - to enable RAID support for non-Intel NVMe SSDs)
Onboard NVMe - Intel VROC NVMe RAID for M.2 drives
CTO only BS7P Intel VROC (VMD NVMe RAID) Intel SSD Only for M.2
CTO only BS7M Intel VROC (VMD NVMe RAID) Standard for M.2
CTO only BS7N Intel VROC (VMD NVMe RAID) Premium for M.2
SAS/SATA adapters
CTO only BJHH ThinkSystem 4350-8i SAS/SATA 12Gb HBA
CTO only BJHK ThinkSystem RAID 5350-8i PCIe 12Gb Adapter

The onboard SATA controller has the following features:

  • Controller integrated into the Intel PCH
  • 6 Gbps SATA host interface
  • Supports RAID-0, 1, 5, 10 (Intel VROC SATA RAID, previously known as RSTe)
  • Supports JBOD

The onboard NVMe support has the following features:

  • Controller integrated into the Intel processor
  • Each drive has PCIe 4.0 x4 host interface
  • Supports JBOD - Intel and non-Intel NVMe SSDs - no license required
  • Supports RAID-0, 1, 5, 10 (Intel VROC NVMe RAID) - Intel NVMe SSDs only unless VROC Premium license is installed
  • VROC Premium enabled RAID support on non-Intel drives

Intel VROC onboard RAID

Intel VROC (Virtual RAID on CPU) is a feature of the Intel processor that enables Integrated RAID support.

There are two separate functions of VROC in the SE450:

  • Intel VROC SATA RAID, formerly known as Intel RSTe
  • Intel VROC NVMe RAID

VROC SATA RAID (RSTe) is available and supported with all SATA drives. It offers a 6 Gb/s connection to each drive and on the SE450 implements RAID levels 0, 1, 5, and 10. RAID 1 is limited to 2 drives per array, and RAID 10 is limited to 4 drives per array. Hot-spare functionality is also supported.

VROC NVMe RAID offers RAID support for any NVMe drives directly connected to the ports on the server's system board. On the SE450, RAID levels implemented are based on the VROC feature selected as indicated in the following table. RAID 1 is limited to 2 drives per array, and RAID 10 is limited to 4 drives per array. Hot-spare functionality is also supported.

The SE450 supports the VROC NVMe RAID offerings listed in the following table. The VROC Intel SSD Only offering only supports RAID on Intel branded NVMe SSDs; non-Intel branded NVMe SSDs cannot be configured in a RAID array.

Tip: These feature codes and part numbers are only for VROC RAID using NVMe drives, not SATA drives

Table 22. Intel VROC NVMe RAID ordering information and feature support
Part
number
Feature
code
Description Intel
NVMe SSDs
Non-Intel
NVMe SSDs
RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 RAID 5
CTO only B9X7 Intel VROC (VMD NVMe RAID) Intel SSD Only Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes
4L47A83669 BR9B Intel VROC (VMD NVMe RAID) Standard Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
4L47A39164 B96G Intel VROC (VMD NVMe RAID) Premium Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Configuration notes:

  • If a feature code is ordered in a CTO build, the VROC functionality is enabled in the factory. For field upgrades, order a part number and it will be fulfilled as a Feature on Demand (FoD) license which can then be activated via the XCC management processor user interface.

Virtualization support: Virtualization support for Intel VROC is as follows:

  • VROC SATA RAID (RSTe): VROC SATA RAID is supported with Windows, RHEL and SLES, however it is not supported by virtualization hypervisors such as ESXi, KVM, Xen, and Hyper-V. Virtualization is only supported on the onboard SATA ports in AHCI (non-RAID) mode.
  • VROC (VMD) NVMe RAID: VROC (VMD) NVMe RAID is supported by ESXi, KVM, Xen, and Hyper-V. ESXi support is limited to RAID 1 only; other RAID levels are not supported. Windows and Linux OSes support VROC RAID NVMe, both for host boot functions and for guest OS function, and RAID-0, 1, 5, and 10 are supported. On ESXi, VROC is supported with both boot and data drives.

 

Internal drive options

The following tables list the drive options for internal storage of the server.

Field upgrades: Trayless drives can only be installed in the field by trained technicians who are certified by Lenovo Service.

M.2 drive support: The use of M.2 drives requires an additional adapter as described in the M.2 drives subsection.

SED support: The SE450 currently does not support SED functionality with NVMe drives. SED is supported with SATA drives as listed in the tables below, however with SED enabled, hot-add and hot-remove are not supported.

Table 23. 2.5-inch hot-swap 24 Gb SAS SSDs
Part number Feature
code
Description SED
support
Max
Qty
2.5-inch hot-swap SSDs - 24 Gb SAS - Read Intensive/Entry/Capacity (<3 DWPD)
4XB7A80319 BNWE ThinkSystem 2.5" PM1653 1.92TB Read Intensive SAS 24Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A80321 BP3E ThinkSystem 2.5" PM1653 7.68TB Read Intensive SAS 24Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A80322 BP3J ThinkSystem 2.5" PM1653 15.36TB Read Intensive SAS 24Gb HS SSD Support 2
Table 24. 2.5-inch hot-swap 6 Gb SATA SSDs
Part number Feature
code
Description SED
support
Max
Qty
2.5-inch hot-swap SSDs - 6 Gb SATA - Mixed Use/Mainstream (3-5 DWPD)
4XB7A90884 BYM2 ThinkSystem 2.5" Multi Vendor 480GB Mixed Use SATA 6Gb HS SSD v2 No 2
4XB7A90885 BYM4 ThinkSystem 2.5" Multi Vendor 960GB Mixed Use SATA 6Gb HS SSD v2 No 2
4XB7A90886 BYM5 ThinkSystem 2.5" Multi Vendor 1.92TB Mixed Use SATA 6Gb HS SSD v2 No 2
4XB7A90887 BYM6 ThinkSystem 2.5" Multi Vendor 3.84TB Mixed Use SATA 6Gb HS SSD v2 No 2
2.5-inch hot-swap SSDs - 6 Gb SATA - Read Intensive/Entry (<3 DWPD)
4XB7A90872 BYLQ ThinkSystem 2.5" Multi Vendor 240GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD v2 No 2
4XB7A90873 BYLR ThinkSystem 2.5" Multi Vendor 480GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD v2 No 2
4XB7A90874 BYLS ThinkSystem 2.5" Multi Vendor 960GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD v2 No 2
4XB7A90875 BYLT ThinkSystem 2.5" Multi Vendor 1.92TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD v2 No 2
4XB7A90876 BYLU ThinkSystem 2.5" Multi Vendor 3.84TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD v2 No 2
4XB7A90877 BYLV ThinkSystem 2.5" Multi Vendor 7.68TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD v2 No 2
4XB7A87524 BWKN ThinkSystem 2.5" PM893a 480GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A87525 BWKM ThinkSystem 2.5" PM893a 960GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A87526 BWKL ThinkSystem 2.5" PM893a 1.92TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A87527 BWKK ThinkSystem 2.5" PM893a 3.84TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A82258 BQ1Q ThinkSystem 2.5" 5400 PRO 240GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A82259 BQ1P ThinkSystem 2.5" 5400 PRO 480GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A82260 BQ1R ThinkSystem 2.5" 5400 PRO 960GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A82261 BQ1X ThinkSystem 2.5" 5400 PRO 1.92TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A82262 BQ1S ThinkSystem 2.5" 5400 PRO 3.84TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A82263 BQ1T ThinkSystem 2.5" 5400 PRO 7.68TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD Support 2
4XB7A17072 B99D ThinkSystem 2.5" S4520 240GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD No 2
4XB7A17101 BA7G ThinkSystem 2.5" S4520 480GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD No 2
4XB7A17102 BA7H ThinkSystem 2.5" S4520 960GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD No 2
4XB7A17103 BA7J ThinkSystem 2.5" S4520 1.92TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD No 2
4XB7A17104 BK77 ThinkSystem 2.5" S4520 3.84TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD No 2
4XB7A17105 BK78 ThinkSystem 2.5" S4520 7.68TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb HS SSD No 2
Table 25. 2.5-inch hot-swap PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs
Part number Feature
code
Description SED
support
Max
Qty
2.5-inch SSDs - U.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe - Mixed Use/Mainstream (3-5 DWPD)
4XB7A93896 C18J ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 Multi Vendor 1.6TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A93897 C18H ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 Multi Vendor 3.2TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A93898 C18G ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 Multi Vendor 6.4TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A93899 C18F ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 Multi Vendor 12.8TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A17129 BNEG ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 P5620 1.6TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A17130 BNEH ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 P5620 3.2TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A17133 BNEZ ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 P5620 6.4TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
2.5-inch SSDs - U.3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe - Mixed Use/Mainstream (3-5 DWPD)
4XB7A13967 BNEJ ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7450 MAX 1.6TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A13970 BNEY ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7450 MAX 3.2TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A13971 BNEL ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7450 MAX 6.4TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
2.5-inch SSDs - U.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe - Read Intensive/Entry (<3 DWPD)
4XB7A93892 C18N ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 Multi Vendor 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A93893 C18M ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 Multi Vendor 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A13941 BMGD ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 P5520 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A13942 BMGE ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 P5520 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A93075 C1WJ ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 P5336 30.72TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A93076 C1WK ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 P5336 61.44TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
2.5-inch SSDs - U.3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe - Read Intensive/Entry (<3 DWPD)
4XB7A95049 C2BY ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 PRO 960GB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A95050 C2BR ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 PRO 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A79647 BNF2 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7450 PRO 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A95051 C2BS ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 PRO 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A79648 BNF5 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7450 PRO 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A95052 C2BT ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 PRO 7.68TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A95053 C2BU ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 PRO 15.36TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No* 2
4XB7A80377 BP25 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7400 PRO 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No 2
4XB7A80378 BP26 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7400 PRO 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD No 2

* In the SE450, the SED functionality of this NVMe drive is not supported.

Table 26. 7mm 2.5-inch trayless 6 Gb SATA SSDs
Part number Feature
code
Description SED
support
Max
Qty
7mm 2.5-inch trayless SSDs - 6 Gb SATA - Read Intensive/Entry (<3 DWPD)
CTO only BS2X ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm 5400 PRO 240GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD Support 4
CTO only BS2W ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm 5400 PRO 480GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD Support 4
CTO only BS2V ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm 5400 PRO 960GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD Support 4
CTO only BS2U ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm 5400 PRO 1.92TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD Support 4
CTO only BS2T ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm 5400 PRO 3.84TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD Support 4
CTO only BS2S ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm 5400 PRO 7.68TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD Support 4
4XB7A77056 BKST ThinkSystem Intel S4520 2.5" 7mm 240GB Entry SATA 6Gb Non-Hot Swap SSD Trayless No 4
4XB7A77057 BKSU ThinkSystem Intel S4520 2.5" 7mm 480GB Entry SATA 6Gb Non-Hot Swap SSD Trayless No 4
4XB7A77058 BKSV ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm S4520 960GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD No 4
4XB7A77059 BKSW ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm S4520 1.92TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD No 4
4XB7A78627 BM1D ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm S4520 3.84TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD No 4
4XB7A78628 BM1E ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm S4520 7.68TB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD No 4
4XB7A80569 BP28 ThinkSystem 2.5" 5300 960GB Entry SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD SED Support 4
4XB7A80570 BP29 ThinkSystem 2.5" 5300 1.92TB Entry SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD SED Support 4
4XB7A80572 BP2B ThinkSystem 2.5" 5300 7.68TB Entry SATA 6Gb Trayless SSD SED Support 4
Table 27. 7mm 2.5-inch trayless PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs
Part number Feature
code
Description SED
support
Max
Qty
7mm 2.5-inch SSDs - U.3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe - Read Intensive/Entry (<3 DWPD)
4XB7A90115 BXME ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 7mm PM9A3 960GB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No* 4
4XB7A90116 BXMD ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 7mm PM9A3 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No* 4
4XB7A90117 BXMC ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 7mm PM9A3 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No* 4
4XB7A13975 BKSQ ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm U.3 7450 PRO 960GB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No* 4
4XB7A13976 BKWR ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm U.3 7450 PRO 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No* 4
4XB7A13977 BKWS ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm U.3 7450 PRO 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No* 4
4XB7A80375 BP23 ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm U.3 7400 PRO 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No 4
4XB7A80376 BP24 ThinkSystem 2.5" 7mm U.3 7400 PRO 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No 4

* In the SE450, the SED functionality of this NVMe drive is not supported.

Table 28. 15mm 2.5-inch trayless PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs
Part number Feature
code
Description SED
support
Max
Qty
15mm 2.5-inch SSDs - U.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe - Mixed Use/Mainstream (3-5 DWPD)
4XB7A76781 BKT5 ThinkSystem 2.5" 15mm U.2 P5620 1.6TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No* 2
4XB7A76782 BKT6 ThinkSystem 2.5" 15mm U.2 P5620 3.2TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No* 2
15mm 2.5-inch SSDs - U.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe - Read Intensive/Entry (<3 DWPD)
4XB7A76780 BKT4 ThinkSystem 2.5" 15mm U.2 P5520 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No* 2
4XB7A17124 BA7P ThinkSystem 2.5" 15mm U.2 P5520 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No* 2
4XB7A71355 BFPM ThinkSystem 2.5" 15mm U.2 P5500 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No 2
4XB7A71358 BFPQ ThinkSystem 2.5" 15mm U.2 P5500 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Trayless SSD No 2

* In the SE450, the SED functionality of this NVMe drive is not supported.

Table 29. M.2 SATA drives
Part number Feature
code
Description SED
support
Max
Qty
M.2 SSDs - 6 Gb SATA - Read Intensive/Entry (<3 DWPD)
4XB7A89422 BYF7 ThinkSystem M.2 ER3 240GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb NHS SSD Support 2
4XB7A90049 BYF8 ThinkSystem M.2 ER3 480GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb NHS SSD Support 2
4XB7A90230 BYF9 ThinkSystem M.2 ER3 960GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb NHS SSD Support 2
4XB7A82286 BQ1Z ThinkSystem M.2 5400 PRO 240GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb NHS SSD Support 2
4XB7A82287 BQ1Y ThinkSystem M.2 5400 PRO 480GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb NHS SSD Support 2
4XB7A82288 BQ20 ThinkSystem M.2 5400 PRO 960GB Read Intensive SATA 6Gb NHS SSD Support 2
7N47A00130 AUUV ThinkSystem M.2 128GB SATA 6Gbps Non-Hot Swap SSD No 2
4XB7A17071 B8HS ThinkSystem M.2 5300 240GB SATA 6Gbps Non-Hot Swap SSD No 2
4XB7A17073 B919 ThinkSystem M.2 5300 480GB SATA 6Gbps Non-Hot Swap SSD No 2
4XB7A17212 BCP0 ThinkSystem M.2 5300 480GB SATA 6Gbps Non-Hot Swap SSD SED Support 2
4XB7A17074 B8JJ ThinkSystem M.2 5300 960GB SATA 6Gbps Non-Hot Swap SSD No 2
4XB7A38138 BCP1 ThinkSystem M.2 5300 960GB SATA 6Gbps Non-Hot Swap SSD SED Support 2
Table 30. M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe drives
Part number Feature
code
Description SED
support
Max
Qty
M.2 SSDs - PCIe 4.0 NVMe - Mixed Use/Mainstream (3-5 DWPD)
4XB7A84603 BS2Q ThinkSystem M.2 7450 MAX 800GB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 NHS SSD No* 2
M.2 SSDs - PCIe 4.0 NVMe - Read Intensive/Entry (<3 DWPD)
4XB7A90102 BXMH ThinkSystem M.2 PM9A3 960GB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 NHS SSD No* 2
4XB7A90103 BXMG ThinkSystem M.2 PM9A3 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 NHS SSD No* 2
4XB7A90104 BXMF ThinkSystem M.2 PM9A3 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 NHS SSD No* 2
4XB7A82636 BS2P ThinkSystem M.2 7450 PRO 480GB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 NHS SSD No* 2
4XB7A13999 BKSR ThinkSystem M.2 7450 PRO 960GB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 NHS SSD No* 2
4XB7A14000 BKSS ThinkSystem M.2 7450 PRO 1.92TB Read Intensive Entry NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 NHS SSD No* 2
4XB7A84604 BS2R ThinkSystem M.2 7450 PRO 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 NHS SSD No* 2
4XB7A80379 BP27 ThinkSystem M.2 7400 PRO 960GB Read Intensive Entry NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 NHS SSD No 2

* In the SE450, the SED functionality of this NVMe drive is not supported.

Optical drive

The server supports the external USB optical drive listed in the following table.

Table 31. External optical drive
Part number Feature code Description
7XA7A05926 AVV8 ThinkSystem External USB DVD RW Optical Disk Drive

The drive is based on the Lenovo Slim DVD Burner DB65 drive and supports the following formats: DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD-ROM, DVD-R DL, CD-RW, CD-R, CD-ROM.

WLAN Network Module

The SE450 offers Wireless LAN (WLAN) support and supports two external antenna for WLAN connectivity.

Wireless connectivity can be enabled via an integrated Embedded Network Module (ENM) adapter in dedicated slot with external antennas. The ENM adapter supports IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax WLAN using an M.2 card that connects to the ENM adapter.

Ordering information for the ENM adapter is listed in the following table.

Table 32. WLAN Network Module
Part number Feature code Description
CTO only BU0B ThinkEdge SE450 WLAN Module

Configuration notes:

  • For the UK and the EU market, when the ENM adapter is selected, the following processor cannot be selected:
    • Intel Xeon Silver 4310T 10C 105W 2.3GHz Processor, BB34

I/O expansion

The SE450 has PCIe slots for adapters:

  • Riser 1:
    • Slot 5: PCIe G4 x16
    • Slot 6: PCIe G4 x16 (PCIe x8 or not connected in some configurations)
  • Riser 2:
    • Slot 3: PCIe G4 x16 (PCIe x8 or not connected in some configurations)
    • Slot 4: PCIe G4 x16
  • OCP slot 7: PCIe G4 x16 (not connected in some configurations)

Specific support for these slots is listed in the Configurations section.

Slot numbering
Figure 9. Slot numbering

Ordering information for the Risers and OCP bracket are listed in the following table. For M.2, see the M.2 drives section.

Table 33. I/O expansion
Part number Feature code Description
CTO only BMGR ThinkEdge SE450 OCP Cage
CTO only BMGL ThinkEdge SE450 Riser 1 (slots 5 & 6)
CTO only BMGM ThinkEdge SE450 Riser 2 (slots 3 & 4)

As described in the Models section, there are two chassis depths available with the SE450:

  • 360mm chassis: Supports all adapters
  • 300mm chassis: Supports all adapters except full-length adapters like double-wide GPUs

Serial port

The SE450 optionally supports a RS-232 serial port by adding a COM port bracket to a PCIe slot. The bracket is only supported in slot 6. Ordering information is shown in the following table.

Table 34. Serial port
Part
number
Feature
code
Description Maximum
supported
Slots
supported
4Z17A80446 BMNJ ThinkSystem COM Port Upgrade Kit v2 1 6

The bracket is shown in the following figure.

ThinkSystem COM Port Upgrade Kit v2
Figure 10. ThinkSystem COM Port Upgrade Kit v2

Accelerators

The SE450 supports the FPGA accelerator listed in the following table.

Limited configuration access: The ACC100 accelerator is primarily for telecom customers and requires special considerations. To enable this adapter in the DCSC configurator, you will need access to the "Telecom Specific" mode. Contact the DCSC support team at salesconfig@lenovo.com for information.

Table 35. Accelerators
Part
number
Feature
code
Description Maximum
supported
300mm
chassis
360mm
chassis
4XC7A81119 BMHJ Lenovo ThinkSystem Intel ACC100 Accelerating NFV PCIe Gen3 4 Yes Yes

The use of these adapters also requires power cables which are included in the option part numbers or are derived by the configurator for CTO orders. When two adapters are installed in the same Riser, use the included Y-cable which provides power to both adapters.

Network adapters

The server has a dedicated OCP 3.0 SFF slot with PCIe 4.0 x16 host interface. See Figure 3 for the location of the OCP slot. One port can optionally be shared with the XCC management processor for Wake-on-LAN and NC-SI support.

The following table lists the supported OCP adapters. These adapters are CTO only and not available as field upgrades.

Internal lock mechanism: The OCP adapters used in the SE450 use the OCP internal lock mechanism instead of the pull-tab and thumbscrew combination used with other ThinkSystem OCP adapters.

Table 36. OCP network adapters
Part
number
Feature
code
Description Maximum
supported
1 Gb Ethernet
CTO only BMHE ThinkEdge Intel I350 1GbE RJ45 4-port Internal Lock OCP Ethernet Adapter 1
10 Gb Ethernet
CTO only BMHF ThinkEdge Intel X710-T2L 10GBASE-T 2-port Internal Lock OCP Ethernet Adapter 1
25 Gb Ethernet
CTO only BMHG ThinkEdge Intel E810-DA2 10/25GbE SFP28 2-Port Internal Lock OCP Ethernet Adapter 1
CTO only BMHD ThinkEdge Mellanox CX6 Lx 10/25GbE SFP28 2-Port Internal Lock OCP Ethernet Adapter 1

If the server ships with an OCP slot but you do not have an OCP adapter installed, then a filler should be installed in place of the adapter. Ordering information is shown in the following table.

Table 37. Filler for OCP adapter slot
Part number Description
4XF7A90167 ThinkEdge SE450 OCP Filler

The following table lists additional supported network adapters that can be installed in the regular PCIe slots. All adapters are supported in both 300mm and 360mm chassis.

Table 38. PCIe network adapters
Part
number
Feature
code
Description Maximum
supported
1 Gb Ethernet
7ZT7A00484 AUZV ThinkSystem Broadcom 5719 1GbE RJ45 4-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter 4
7ZT7A00535 AUZW ThinkSystem I350-T4 PCIe 1Gb 4-Port RJ45 Ethernet Adapter 4
10 Gb Ethernet
7ZT7A00496 AUKP ThinkSystem Broadcom 57416 10GBASE-T 2-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter 4
4XC7A08245 B5SU ThinkSystem Broadcom 57454 10GBASE-T 4-port PCIe Ethernet Adapter 4
25 Gb Ethernet
4XC7A08295 BCD6 ThinkSystem Intel E810-DA2 10/25GbE SFP28 2-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter 4
7XC7A05523 B0WY ThinkSystem Intel XXV710-DA2 10/25GbE SFP28 2-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter 4
4XC7A62580 BE4U ThinkSystem Mellanox ConnectX-6 Lx 10/25GbE SFP28 2-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter 4
100 Gb Ethernet / InfiniBand
4XC7A08248 B8PP ThinkSystem Mellanox ConnectX-6 Dx 100GbE QSFP56 2-port PCIe Ethernet Adapter 4
4C57A14178 B4RA ThinkSystem Mellanox ConnectX-6 HDR100/100GbE QSFP56 2-port PCIe VPI Adapter 4
4C57A81478 BN37 Mellanox ConnectX-6 HDR100 IB/100GbE VPI 2-Port x16 PCIe 3.0 HCA Adapter 4

For more information, including the transceivers and cables that each adapter supports, see the list of Lenovo Press Product Guides in the Networking adapters category:
https://lenovopress.com/servers/options/ethernet

GPU adapters

The following table lists the supported GPUs. The use of full-length GPUs requires the 360mm chassis - see Models for ordering information.

Table 39. Supported GPUs
Part
number
Feature
code
Description Controlled
GPU
Form
factor
Maximum
supported
300mm
chassis
360mm
chassis
4X67A84823 BT87 ThinkSystem NVIDIA L40 48GB PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU Yes DW 2 No Yes
CTO only BEL4 ThinkSystem NVIDIA A40 48GB PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU Yes DW 2 No Yes
4X67A72593 BQZQ ThinkSystem NVIDIA A40 48GB PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU w/o CEC Yes DW 2 No Yes
CTO only BJHG ThinkSystem NVIDIA A30 24GB PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU Yes DW 2 No Yes
4X67A76581 BQZR ThinkSystem NVIDIA A30 24GB PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU w/o CEC Yes DW 2 No Yes
4X67A86131 BU01 ThinkSystem Intel Flex 170 16GB Gen4 Passive GPU No SW FHFL 1 No Yes*
4X67A84824 BS2C ThinkSystem NVIDIA L4 24GB PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU Yes SW 4 Yes Yes
CTO only BP05 ThinkSystem NVIDIA A2 16GB PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU No SW 4 Yes Yes
4X67A81547 BQZT ThinkSystem NVIDIA A2 16GB PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU w/o CEC No SW 4 Yes Yes
4X67A84009 BS49 ThinkSystem Qualcomm Cloud AI 100 Yes SW 4 Yes Yes

* See Flex 170 configuration requirements below

Configuration notes:

  • The Controlled GPU column indicates the required CTO model. See the Models section for information.
    • Controlled GPUs require CTO model 7D8TCTOAWW. This CTO model is not available in some markets.
    • GPUs that are not controlled require CTO model 7D8TCTO1WW.
  • GPUs that require the 360mm chassis must use Base feature code BMHC. See the Models section for information.
  • Installed GPUs must be identical
  • Full-length GPUs such as the Intel Flex 170, NVIDIA L40, A30, and A40 are only supported with the following processors, and only with a 1U heatsink:
    • Intel Xeon Gold 6330N
    • Intel Xeon Gold 5318N
    • Intel Xeon Gold 5317
    • Intel Xeon Silver 4316
    • Intel Xeon Silver 4314
    • Intel Xeon Silver 4310T
  • Configuration requirements when selecting the Intel Flex 170 GPU:
    • The Flex 170 is only supported in 360mm configuration #3, as described in the Configurations section
    • The Flex 170 is only supported in slot 3, and only with a PCIe x8 host interface
    • The Flex 170 is not supported with an OCP adapter
    • A maximum of 2x internal NVMe drives is supported
  • When the NVIDIA A40 GPU is installed, the maximum ambient temperature is 40°C (104°F).
  • The use of the double-wide GPUs requires an auxiliary power cable as listed in the following table. For CTO orders, power cables are automatically derived by the configurator.

  • Some NVIDIA A Series GPUs are available as two feature codes, one with a CEC chip and one without a CEC chip (ones without the CEC chip have "w/o CEC" in the name). The CEC is a secondary Hardware Root of Trust (RoT) module that provides an additional layer of security, which can be used by customers who have high regulatory requirements or high security standards. NVIDIA uses a multi-layered security model and hence the protection offered by the primary Root of Trust embedded in the GPU is expected to be sufficient for most customers. The CEC defeatured products still offer Secure Boot, Secure Firmware Update, Firmware Rollback Protection, and In-Band Firmware Update Disable. Specifically, without the CEC chip, the GPU does not support Key Revocation or Firmware Attestation. CEC and non-CEC GPUs of the same type of GPU can be mixed in field upgrades.
Table 40. GPU Auxiliary power cable
Part number Feature code Description Maximum
supported
GPUs supported
4X97A89288 BVVG ThinkEdge NVIDIA L40 GPU Power Cable Kit 2* NVIDIA L40
4X97A81810 BMHY ThinkEdge SE450 GPU Power Cable 2 NVIDIA A30, A40
4X97A90159 BYBK ThinkEdge SE450 Intel Flex 170 GPU Power Cable 2 Intel Flex 170

* For field upgrades, the option part number contains two power cables, so only one needs to be ordered for two GPUs

For information about the GPU, see the ThinkSystem GPU Summary, available at:
https://lenovopress.com/lp0768-thinksystem-thinkagile-gpu-summary

Cooling

The SE450 server has six 60 mm dual-rotor simple-swap fans.

All six are standard and support N+1 rotor redundancy.

Power supplies

The SE450 supports one or two hot-swap power supplies, installed at the front of the server. When two are installed, they are redundant in most configurations. Ordering information is listed in the following table.

Table 41. Power options
Part
number
Feature
code
Description Maximum
supported
AC power supply units
4P57A78281 BMH8 ThinkEdge 1100W 230V/115V Platinum Hot-Swap Power Supply 2
4P57A78358 BRH9 ThinkEdge 1100W 230V Titanium Hot-Swap Power Supply 2
4P57A78282 BMH9 ThinkEdge 1800W 230V Platinum Hot-Swap Power Supply 2
DC power supply unit
4P57A78283 BMHA ThinkEdge 1100W -48V DC Hot-Swap Power Supply 2

Configuration requirements:

  • If two power supplies are installed, they must be identical.
  • To determine the power supply needed for your configuration, use Lenovo Capacity Planner as described in the Capacity Planner section.
  • Power supplies from other ThinkSystem servers have fans that operate in the opposite direction and are not supported.

Power supply LEDs

The supported hot-swap power supplies have the following LEDs:

  • Power input LED: 
    • Green: The power supply is connected to the AC power source
    • Off: The power supply is disconnected from the AC power source or a power problem has occurred
  • Power output LED:
    • Green: The server is on and the power supply is working normally
    • Blinking green: The power supply is in Zero-output/Standby mode (see below)
    • Off: The server is powered off, or the power supply is not working properly
  • Power supply error LED:
    • Off: The power supply is working normally
    • Yellow: The power supply has failed

Zero-output mode: When Zero-output mode (also known as Standby mode or Cold Redundancy mode) is configured in XCC and the server power load is sufficiently low, one of the installed power supplies enters into the Standby state while the other one delivers entire load. When the power load increases, the standby power supply will switch to Active state to provide sufficient power to the server. Zero-output mode can be enabled or disabled in the XClarity Controller web interface, Server Configuration > Power Policy. If you select Disable, then both power supplies will be in the Active state.

Power cords

Line cords and rack power cables with C13 connectors can be ordered as listed in the following table.

110V customers: If you plan to use the 1100W power supply with a 110V power source, select a power cable that is rated above 10A. Power cables that are rated at 10A or below are not supported with 110V power.

Table 42. Power cords
Part number Feature code Description
Rack cables - C13 to C14
SL67B08593 BPHZ 0.5m, 10A/100-250V, C13 to C14 Jumper Cord
00Y3043 A4VP 1.0m, 10A/100-250V, C13 to C14 Jumper Cord
4L67A08367 B0N5 1.0m, 13A/100-250V, C13 to C14 Jumper Cord
39Y7937 6201 1.5m, 10A/100-250V, C13 to C14 Jumper Cord
4L67A08368 B0N6 1.5m, 13A/100-250V, C13 to C14 Jumper Cord
4L67A08365 B0N4 2.0m, 10A/100-250V, C13 to IEC 320-C14 Rack Power Cable
4L67A08369 6570 2.0m, 13A/100-250V, C13 to C14 Jumper Cord
4L67A08366 6311 2.8m, 10A/100-250V, C13 to C14 Jumper Cord
4L67A08370 6400 2.8m, 13A/100-250V, C13 to C14 Jumper Cord
39Y7932 6263 4.3m, 10A/100-250V, C13 to IEC 320-C14 Rack Power Cable
4L67A08371 6583 4.3m, 13A/100-250V, C13 to C14 Rack Power Cable
Rack cables - C13 to C14 (Y-cable)
00Y3046 A4VQ 1.345m, 2X C13 to C14 Jumper Cord, Rack Power Cable
00Y3047 A4VR 2.054m, 2X C13 to C14 Jumper Cord, Rack Power Cable
Rack cables - C13 to C20
39Y7938 6204 2.8m, 10A/100-250V, C13 to IEC 320-C20 Rack Power Cable
Rack cables - C13 to C20 (Y-cable)
47C2491 A3SW 1.2m, 16A/100-250V, 2 Short C13s to Short C20 Rack Power Cable
47C2492 A3SX 2.5m, 16A/100-250V, 2 Long C13s to Short C20 Rack Power Cable
47C2493 A3SY 2.8m, 16A/100-250V, 2 Short C13s to Long C20 Rack Power Cable
47C2494 A3SZ 4.1m, 16A/100-250V, 2 Long C13s to Long C20 Rack Power Cable
Line cords
39Y7930 6222 2.8m, 10A/250V, C13 to IRAM 2073 (Argentina) Line Cord
81Y2384 6492 4.3m 10A/220V, C13 to IRAM 2073 (Argentina) Line Cord
39Y7924 6211 2.8m, 10A/250V, C13 to AS/NZ 3112 (Australia/NZ) Line Cord
81Y2383 6574 4.3m, 10A/230V, C13 to AS/NZS 3112 (Aus/NZ) Line Cord
69Y1988 6532 2.8m, 10A/250V, C13 to NBR 14136 (Brazil) Line Cord
81Y2387 6404 4.3m, 10A/250V, C13 - 2P+Gnd (Brazil) Line Cord
39Y7928 6210 2.8m, 220-240V, C13 to GB 2099.1 (China) Line Cord
81Y2378 6580 4.3m, 10A/220V, C13 to GB 2099.1 (China) Line Cord
39Y7918 6213 2.8m, 10A/250V, C13 to DK2-5a (Denmark) Line Cord
81Y2382 6575 4.3m, 10A/230V, C13 to DK2-5a (Denmark) Line Cord
39Y7917 6212 2.8m, 10A/230V, C13 to CEE7-VII (Europe) Line Cord
81Y2376 6572 4.3m, 10A/230V, C13 to CEE7-VII (Europe) Line Cord
39Y7927 6269 2.8m, 10A/250V, C13(2P+Gnd) (India) Line Cord
81Y2386 6567 4.3m, 10A/240V, C13 to IS 6538 (India) Line Cord
39Y7920 6218 2.8m, 10A/250V, C13 to SI 32 (Israel) Line Cord
81Y2381 6579 4.3m, 10A/230V, C13 to SI 32 (Israel) Line Cord
39Y7921 6217 2.8m, 220-240V, C13 to CEI 23-16 (Italy/Chile) Line Cord
81Y2380 6493 4.3m, 10A/230V, C13 to CEI 23-16 (Italy/Chile) Line Cord
46M2593 A1RE 2.8m, 12A/125V, C13 to JIS C-8303 (Japan) Line Cord
4L67A08362 6495 4.3m, 12A/200V, C13 to JIS C-8303 (Japan) Line Cord
39Y7926 6335 4.3m, 12A/100V, C13 to JIS C-8303 (Japan) Line Cord
39Y7922 6214 2.8m, 10A/250V, C13 to SABS 164 (S Africa) Line Cord
81Y2379 6576 4.3m, 10A/230V, C13 to SABS 164 (South Africa) Line Cord
39Y7925 6219 2.8m, 220-240V, C13 to KETI (S Korea) Line Cord
81Y2385 6494 4.3m, 12A/220V, C13 to KSC 8305 (S. Korea) Line Cord
39Y7919 6216 2.8m, 10A/250V, C13 to SEV 1011-S24507 (Swiss) Line Cord
81Y2390 6578 4.3m, 10A/230V, C13 to SEV 1011-S24507 (Sws) Line Cord
23R7158 6386 2.8m, 10A/125V, C13 to CNS 10917-3 (Taiwan) Line Cord
81Y2375 6317 2.8m, 10A/240V, C13 to CNS 10917-3 (Taiwan) Line Cord
81Y2374 6402 2.8m, 13A/125V, C13 to CNS 60799 (Taiwan) Line Cord
4L67A08363 AX8B 4.3m, 10A 125V, C13 to CNS 10917 (Taiwan) Line Cord
81Y2389 6531 4.3m, 10A/250V, C13 to 76 CNS 10917-3 (Taiwan) Line Cord
81Y2388 6530 4.3m, 13A/125V, C13 to CNS 10917 (Taiwan) Line Cord
39Y7923 6215 2.8m, 10A/250V, C13 to BS 1363/A (UK) Line Cord
81Y2377 6577 4.3m, 10A/230V, C13 to BS 1363/A (UK) Line Cord
90Y3016 6313 2.8m, 10A/120V, C13 to NEMA 5-15P (US) Line Cord
46M2592 A1RF 2.8m, 10A/250V, C13 to NEMA 6-15P Line Cord
00WH545 6401 2.8m, 13A/120V, C13 to NEMA 5-15P (US) Line Cord
4L67A08359 6370 4.3m, 10A/125V, C13 to NEMA 5-15P (US) Line Cord
4L67A08361 6373 4.3m, 10A/250V, C13 to NEMA 6-15P (US) Line Cord
4L67A08360 AX8A 4.3m, 13A/120V, C13 to NEMA 5-15P (US) Line Cord

-48V DC power cord

For the -48V DC Power Supply, the following power cable is supported.

Table 43. -48V DC power cable
Part number Feature code Description
4X97A59831 BE4V 2.5m, -48VDC Interconnecting Cable

Systems management

The SE450 contains an integrated service processor, XClarity Controller (XCC), which provides advanced control, monitoring, and alerting functions. The XCC is based on the ASPEED AST2600 baseboard management controller (BMC).

Topics in this section:

Activation

Activation is an optional security feature of the ThinkEdge SE450 that ensures that the system delivered from the factory is only used by its intended recipient and that all data and applications remains secure. Activation is enabled on a factory order when the Security Pack Enabled feature code (feature BLZ2) is selected as described in the Security Pack section.

Enabled by default: Activation is enabled by default for new CTO orders. Activation can be disabled in the factory order as described in the Security Pack section.

If Activation is enabled, the system is delivered in system lockdown and will require activation before operation. There are three ways the server can be activated:

  • Using a mobile device (iOS or Android) connect to the server to the USB management port on the front of the server and running the ThinkShield Edge Mobile Management app.
  • Connecting the system to the Internet via the XCC management port on the front of the server and accessing the ThinkShield Key Vault Portal from a web browser on another system.
  • In a disconnected mode, where neither a mobile device or an internet connection to the ThinkEdge SE450 are available.

Details of the activation process are described in the following documents:

  • Activation Guide (2-page flyer that is included with the server)
  • SE450 Setup Guide, Chapter 5

These documents are available from:
https://thinksystem.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/se450/pdf_files.html?cp=2_1_0

For further information on activation and the use of the ThinkShield Edge Mobile Management app, including videos and tours, see this support page:
https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht509033

Local management

The SE450 offers a front operator panel with key controls and status indicators, as shown in the following figure.

Front operator panel and system LEDs
Figure 11. Front operator panel and system LEDs

No support for 5G as a client: The SE450 does not offer any 5G or LTE Wireless client support. The 5G network LEDs are non-operational.

The buttons on the front of the server:

  • Power button
  • ID (identification) button - turns on the LED housed within the button as well as passing the signal to the XCC for display remotely in XClarity Administrator

The LEDs on the front of the server are as follows:

  • ThinkShield Activation LED (green) - indicates the state of server activation
    • On - Activation process has been completed
    • Blinking - Activation is required before the server can be used
    • Off - Activation is disabled on this system
  • Power LED (green) - indicates power status, as follows:
    • Off - Server does not have power applied
    • Fast flash (4 times per second) - The server has just had power applied and is not ready to be powered on yet
    • Slow flash (once per second) - Server is ready to be powered on
    • On solid - Server is powered on
  • Ethernet network activity - indicates when the Ethernet adapter installed in the OCP slot has activity
  • Identification LED (blue) - lights when the button is pressed or when the function is activated remotely in XClarity Controller.
  • System error LED (yellow)
  • 5G network LED - not used (no support for 5G or LTE as a client)
  • Wireless LAN (WLAN) network LED (green) - not used (no support for WLAN)

The system LEDs are duplicated on the top of the server. The same LEDs are also duplicated on the front of the security bezel as shown in the Security section.

External Diagnostics Handset

The SE450 also has a port to connect an External Diagnostics Handset as shown in the following figure. The External Diagnostics Handset has the same functions as the Integrated Diagnostics Panel but has the advantages of not consuming space on the front of the server plus it can be shared amongst many servers in your data center. The handset has a magnet on the back of it to allow you to easily mount it on a convenient place on any rack cabinet.

External Diagnostics Handset
Figure 12. External Diagnostics Handset

Ordering information for the External Diagnostics Handset with is listed in the following table.

Field upgrade only: The External Diagnostics Handset is only available as an option for field upgrades. Not available in CTO orders.

Table 44. External Diagnostics Handset ordering information
Part number Feature code Description
4TA7A64874 BEUX ThinkSystem External Diagnostics Handset

System status with XClarity Mobile

The XClarity Mobile app includes a tethering function where you can connect your Android or iOS device to the server via USB to see the status of the server.

The steps to connect the mobile device are as follows:

  1. Enable USB Management on the server, by holding down the ID button for 3 seconds (or pressing the dedicated USB management button if one is present)
  2. Connect the mobile device via a USB cable to the server's USB port with the management symbol USB Management symbol
  3. In iOS or Android settings, enable Personal Hotspot or USB Tethering
  4. Launch the Lenovo XClarity Mobile app

Once connected you can see the following information:

  • Server status including error logs (read only, no login required)
  • Server management functions (XClarity login credentials required)

Remote management

Remote server management is provided through industry-standard interfaces:

  • Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) Version 2.0
  • Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Version 3 (no SET commands; no SNMP v1)
  • Common Information Model (CIM-XML)
  • Representational State Transfer (REST) support
  • Redfish support (DMTF compliant)
  • Web browser - HTML 5-based browser interface (Java and ActiveX not required) using a responsive design (content optimized for device being used - laptop, tablet, phone) with NLS support

Remote management is available via the following connections:

  • Via the dedicated Ethernet port for management. See the Components and connectors section for the location of these ports.
  • Via Port 1 of the OCP adapter (if installed), which supports NC-SI to allow sharing of the Ethernet port between the operating system and remote management.

The front of the server houses an pull-out information tab (also known as the network access tag). A label on the tab shows the network information (MAC address and other data) to remotely access the service processor. See the Components and connectors section for the location of this pull-out tab.

There are two XClarity Controller upgrades available for the server, Advanced and Enterprise.

XCC Advanced Upgrade adds the following functions:

  • Remotely viewing video with graphics resolutions up to 1600x1200 at 75 Hz with up to 23 bits per pixel, regardless of the system state
  • Remotely accessing the server using the keyboard and mouse from a remote client
  • International keyboard mapping support
  • Syslog alerting
  • Redirecting serial console via SSH
  • Component replacement log (Maintenance History log)
  • Access restriction (IP address blocking)
  • Lenovo SED security key management
  • Displaying graphics for real-time and historical power usage data and temperature

XCC Enterprise Upgrade enables the following additional features:

  • Boot video capture and crash video capture
  • Virtual console collaboration - Ability for up to 6 remote users to be log into the remote session simultaneously
  • Remote console Java client
  • Mapping the ISO and image files located on the local client as virtual drives for use by the server
  • Mounting the remote ISO and image files via HTTPS, SFTP, CIFS, and NFS
  • Power capping
  • System utilization data and graphic view
  • Single sign on with Lenovo XClarity Administrator
  • Update firmware from a repository
  • License for XClarity Energy Manager

For configure-to-order (CTO), you can enable the required XCC functionality by selecting the appropriate XCC feature codes listed in the following table:

  • XCC Standard - select neither feature listed in the table
  • XCC Advanced - select feature AVUT
  • XCC Enterprise - select feature AUPW
Table 45. XClarity Controller upgrades for configure-to-order
Feature code Description
AVUT ThinkSystem XClarity Controller Standard to Advanced Upgrade
AUPW ThinkSystem XClarity Controller Standard to Enterprise Upgrade

For systems with XCC Standard or XCC Advanced installed, field upgrades are available as listed in the following table.

Table 46. XClarity Controller field upgrades
Part number Description
4L47A09132 ThinkSystem XClarity Controller Standard to Advanced Upgrade
(for servers that have XCC Standard)
4L47A09133 ThinkSystem XClarity Controller Advanced to Enterprise Upgrade
(for servers that have XCC Advanced)

MicroSD for XCC local storage

The server includes a MicroSD card port to enable the use of a MicroSD card for additional storage for use with the XCC controller. XCC can use the storage as a Remote Disc on Card (RDOC) device (up to 4GB of storage). It can also be used to store firmware updates (including N-1 firmware history) for ease of deployment.

Tip: Without a MicroSD card installed, the XCC controller will have 100MB of available RDOC storage.

Ordering information for the supported Micro SD cards is listed in the following table.

Table 47. Media for use with the MicroSD card port
Part number Feature code Description
4X77A92672 C0BC ThinkSystem MicroSD 64GB Class 10 Flash Memory Card

Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager

Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager (LXPM) is a UEFI-based application embedded in ThinkSystem servers and accessible via the F1 key during system boot.

LXPM provides the following functions:

  • Graphical UEFI Setup
  • System inventory information and VPD update
  • System firmware updates (UEFI and XCC)
  • RAID setup wizard
  • OS installation wizard (including unattended OS installation)
  • Diagnostics functions

Lenovo XClarity Administrator

Lenovo XClarity Administrator is a centralized resource management solution designed to reduce complexity, speed response, and enhance the availability of Lenovo systems and solutions. It provides agent-free hardware management for ThinkSystem servers, in addition to ThinkServer, System x, and Flex System servers. The administration dashboard is based on HTML 5 and allows fast location of resources so tasks can be run quickly.

Because Lenovo XClarity Administrator does not require any agent software to be installed on the managed endpoints, there are no CPU cycles spent on agent execution, and no memory is used, which means that up to 1GB of RAM and 1 - 2% CPU usage is saved, compared to a typical managed system where an agent is required.

Lenovo XClarity Administrator is an optional software component for the SE450. The software can be downloaded and used at no charge to discover and monitor the SE450 and to manage firmware upgrades.

If software support is required for Lenovo XClarity Administrator, or premium features such as configuration management and operating system deployment are required, Lenovo XClarity Pro software subscription should be ordered. Lenovo XClarity Pro is licensed on a per managed system basis, that is, each managed Lenovo system requires a license.

The following table lists the Lenovo XClarity software license options.

Table 48. Lenovo XClarity Pro ordering information
Part number Feature code Description
00MT201 1339 Lenovo XClarity Pro, per Managed Endpoint w/1 Yr SW S&S
00MT202 1340 Lenovo XClarity Pro, per Managed Endpoint w/3 Yr SW S&S
00MT203 1341 Lenovo XClarity Pro, per Managed Endpoint w/5 Yr SW S&S
7S0X000HWW SAYV Lenovo XClarity Pro, per Managed Endpoint w/6 Yr SW S&S
7S0X000JWW SAYW Lenovo XClarity Pro, per Managed Endpoint w/7 Yr SW S&S

Lenovo XClarity Administrator offers the following standard features that are available at no charge:

  • Auto-discovery and monitoring of Lenovo systems
  • Firmware updates and compliance enforcement
  • External alerts and notifications via SNMP traps, syslog remote logging, and e-mail
  • Secure connections to managed endpoints
  • NIST 800-131A or FIPS 140-2 compliant cryptographic standards between the management solution and managed endpoints
  • Integration into existing higher-level management systems such as cloud automation and orchestration tools through REST APIs, providing extensive external visibility and control over hardware resources
  • An intuitive, easy-to-use GUI
  • Scripting with Windows PowerShell, providing command-line visibility and control over hardware resources

Lenovo XClarity Administrator offers the following premium features that require an optional Pro license:

  • Pattern-based configuration management that allows to define configurations once and apply repeatedly without errors when deploying new servers or redeploying existing servers without disrupting the fabric
  • Bare-metal deployment of operating systems and hypervisors to streamline infrastructure provisioning

For more information, refer to the Lenovo XClarity Administrator Product Guide:
http://lenovopress.com/tips1200

Lenovo XClarity Integrators

Lenovo also offers software plug-in modules, Lenovo XClarity Integrators, to manage physical infrastructure from leading external virtualization management software tools including those from Microsoft and VMware.

These integrators are offered at no charge, however if software support is required, a Lenovo XClarity Pro software subscription license should be ordered.

Lenovo XClarity Integrators offer the following additional features:

  • Ability to discover, manage, and monitor Lenovo server hardware from VMware vCenter or Microsoft System Center
  • Deployment of firmware updates and configuration patterns to Lenovo x86 rack servers and Flex System from the virtualization management tool
  • Non-disruptive server maintenance in clustered environments that reduces workload downtime by dynamically migrating workloads from affected hosts during rolling server updates or reboots
  • Greater service level uptime and assurance in clustered environments during unplanned hardware events by dynamically triggering workload migration from impacted hosts when impending hardware failures are predicted

For more information about all the available Lenovo XClarity Integrators, see the Lenovo XClarity Administrator Product Guide: https://lenovopress.com/tips1200-lenovo-xclarity-administrator

Lenovo XClarity Essentials

Lenovo offers the following XClarity Essentials software tools that can help you set up, use, and maintain the server at no additional cost:

  • Lenovo Essentials OneCLI

    OneCLI is a collection of server management tools that uses a command line interface program to manage firmware, hardware, and operating systems. It provides functions to collect full system health information (including health status), configure system settings, and update system firmware and drivers.

  • Lenovo Essentials UpdateXpress

    The UpdateXpress tool is a standalone GUI application for firmware and device driver updates that enables you to maintain your server firmware and device drivers up-to-date and help you avoid unnecessary server outages. The tool acquires and deploys individual updates and UpdateXpress System Packs (UXSPs) which are integration-tested bundles.

  • Lenovo Essentials Bootable Media Creator

    The Bootable Media Creator (BOMC) tool is used to create bootable media for offline firmware update.

For more information and downloads, visit the Lenovo XClarity Essentials web page:
http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/documents/LNVO-center

Lenovo XClarity Energy Manager

Lenovo XClarity Energy Manager (LXEM) is a power and temperature management solution for data centers. It is an agent-free, web-based console that enables you to monitor and manage power consumption and temperature in your data center through the management console. It enables server density and data center capacity to be increased through the use of power capping.

LXEM is a licensed product. A single-node LXEM license is included with the XClarity Controller Enterprise upgrade as described in the Remote Management section. If your server does not have the XCC Enterprise upgrade, Energy Manager licenses can be ordered as shown in the following table.

Table 49. Lenovo XClarity Energy Manager
Part number Description
4L40E51621 Lenovo XClarity Energy Manager Node License (1 license needed per server)

For more information about XClarity Energy Manager, see the following resources:

Lenovo Capacity Planner

Lenovo Capacity Planner is a power consumption evaluation tool that enhances data center planning by enabling IT administrators and pre-sales professionals to understand various power characteristics of racks, servers, and other devices. Capacity Planner can dynamically calculate the power consumption, current, British Thermal Unit (BTU), and volt-ampere (VA) rating at the rack level, improving the planning efficiency for large scale deployments.

For more information, refer to the Capacity Planner web page:
http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/lnvo-lcp

Security

Topics in this section:

Security features

The SE450 offers a number of security features, both electronic and physical.

Physical security features:

  • Intrusion detection (optional, CTO only).
  • Front security bezel with key lock (optional, available as a field upgrade, but requires the bezel detect module added in the factory)
  • EIA mounting flange with security key (optional, CTO only)

    Available EIA bracket that uses a security screw to attach the server to the front flange of the rack cabinet. See EIA bracket with security screw for more information.

Electronic security features include:

  • Automatic actions on tamper detection

    In the event of an intrusion or movement, the server can be configured in XCC to perform actions, including server shutdown and disabling remote access to the XCC from the network ports (referred to as the BMC network bridge).

  • Self-encrypting (SED) drives that ensure data is secured when the drives are powered off
  • Administrator password and a power-on password in UEFI
  • Trusted Platform Module (TPM) supporting TPM 2.0, implemented on a mezzanine card, enables advanced cryptographic functionality in the operating system and applications. (not available for customers in PRC)
  • Optional support for a secure manufacturing supply chain using Intel Transparent Supply Chain

The server is NIST SP 800-147B compliant.

Intrusion switch

The server supports an intrusion switch that rests against the top cover. In the event that the cover is removed, a Warning event is recorded in XClarity Controller and actions can be taken to secure the server. In addition, if you have configured the server with the Security Pack enabled (feature BLZ2), then the system will automatically lock down the system if top cover removed. See the Security Pack section for information.

The intrusion switch is optional but is only available via CTO orders, not as a field upgrade. See the Internal view of the server for the location of this component.

Table 50. Intrusion switch
Part number Feature code Description
CTO only BMGW ThinkEdge SE450 Intrusion Switch

Firmware and TPM 2.0 Security Module

The SE450 includes a security mezzanine card that plugs into the system board as shown in the Internal view of the server. The module has the following functions:

  • Contains the following components:
    • Trusted Platform Module 2.0 (TPM 2.0) chip
    • Non-volatile storage for configuration data
  • Allows field recovery of a firmware-corrupted system without requiring planar replacement
  • Allows field replacement of system planar while maintaining customer code levels and configuration settings

Ordering information is listed in the following table.

No RoT support: This module does not support Root of Trust and Platform Firmware Resiliency (PFR) functionality. RoT and PFR are planned to be supported in a future version of this module.

Ordering information is listed in the following table.

Table 51. Firmware and TPM 2.0 Security Module
Part number Feature code Description Markets
CTO only BMGY ThinkEdge SE450 Firmware and TPM 2.0 Security Module All markets except China
CTO only BN21 ThinkEdge SE450 Firmware Module for PRC (Does not contain the TPM functionality) China only

Security bezel

The security bezel is an optional component that mounts on the front of the server that restricts access to networking connectors on the front of the server.

The following figure shows the SE450 with security bezel installed.

SE450 with security bezel installed
Figure 13. SE450 with security bezel installed

The security bezel is only available as an option part number and cannot be ordered as part of a CTO order, however the security bezel requires the security bezel detect module in order for the bezel to be recognized as installed by the server and for the LEDs on the security bezel to function. The security bezel detect module is only available CTO by selecting feature BR1K in DCSC.

Tip: It is not possible to install the security bezel without first having the bezel detect module installed.

Table 52. Security bezel ordering information
Part
number
Feature
code
Description Purpose
CTO only BR1K Security-Bezel-ready Chassis Ensures that the security bezel detect module is installed and enabled in the factory. See the Front view for the location of the security bezel detect module.
4B37A81735 Option only ThinkEdge SE450 Security Bezel Includes a key for the lock and a dust filter. See the Operating environment section. For full functionality, requires the bezel detect module be installed.

The security bezel also duplicates the system LEDs. The layout of the LEDs is identical to the LED grouping on top of the server. See the Local management section for information about the LEDs.

The security bezel also supports the installation of a dust filter as described in the Operating environment section.

Security Pack

The Security Pack is the collection of security and activation features of the SE450:

  • Enablement of local Self-encrypting (SED) authentication key (AK) management
  • Mandatory claiming and activation process to identify the owner of SE450 when the server is first delivered/powered on

To enable the Security Pack features, select feature BLZ2. If you do not wish to have the features of the Security Pack enabled in the SE450, it can be physically removed from the system board by using feature BU0C.

Table 53. Security Pack ordering information
Feature code Description
BLZ2 ThinkEdge Security Pack Enabled
BKFC ThinkEdge Security Pack Disabled
BU0C ThinkEdge Security Pack Depopulated

Notes:

  • The Security Pack features setting cannot be changed after the system leaves the factory. For example, if you select feature BLZ2 to enable the Security Pack features, then the system will require activation before it can be first used. Similarly, if your system was configured with the Security Pack depopulated (physically removed from the system board), it cannot later be added.
  • Customers can use the ThinkShield Portal to determine which of their systems have Security Pack enabled or disabled (you will see "Standard" if the system has Security Pack disabled).

Intel Transparent Supply Chain

Add a layer of protection in your data center and have peace of mind that the server hardware you bring into it is safe authentic and with documented, testable, and provable origin.

Lenovo has one of the world’s best supply chains, as ranked by Gartner Group, backed by extensive and mature supply chain security programs that exceed industry norms and US Government standards. Now we are the first Tier 1 manufacturer to offer Intel® Transparent Supply Chain in partnership with Intel, offering you an unprecedented degree of supply chain transparency and assurance.

To enable Intel Transparent Supply Chain for the Intel-based servers in your order, add the following feature code in the DCSC configurator, under the Security tab.

Table 54. Intel Transparent Supply Chain ordering information
Feature code Description
BB0P Intel Transparent Supply Chain

For more information on this offering, see the paper Introduction to Intel Transparent Supply Chain on Lenovo ThinkSystem Servers, available from https://lenovopress.com/lp1434-introduction-to-intel-transparent-supply-chain-on-thinksystem-servers.

Rack installation

The SE450 server can be installed in a rack cabinet, either 2-post, 4-post long, or 4-post short.

In this section:

Rail kits

The following table lists the available rail kits. Each kit includes the left and right rails plus mounting hardware.

Table 55. Rail kits
Part number Feature code Description 300mm
chassis
360mm
chassis
4XF7A81940 BMH0* ThinkEdge 1000mm Friction Rail Kit Yes Yes
4XF7A81942 BMH2 ThinkEdge 600mm Ball Bearing Rail Kit Yes Yes
4XF7A81943 BMH5 ThinkEdge SE450 550mm Ball Bearing Rail Kit Yes No
4XF7A81941 BMH1 ThinkEdge 2-Post Friction Rail Kit Yes Yes

* 1000mm rail kit and CTO orders: The 1000mm rail kit can only be included in CTO orders provided that the server is installed and shipped in a rack cabinet from the factory. If the order does not include factory installation into a rack cabinet, then the rail kit will need to be ordered separately using the option part number.

The following table summarizes the specifications of the available rail kits

Table 56. Specifications of the SE450 rail kits
Specification ThinkEdge 1000mm Friction Rail Kit ThinkEdge 600mm Ball Bearing Rail Kit ThinkEdge SE450 550mm Ball Bearing Rail Kit ThinkEdge 2-Post Friction Rail Kit
Part number 4XF7A81940 4XF7A81942 4XF7A81943 4XF7A81941
SE450 chassis support 300 mm, 360 mm 300 mm, 360 mm 300 mm only 300 mm, 360 mm
CMA No No No No
Rail length 751 mm (29.56 in) 454 mm (17.87 in) 315 mm (14.40 in) 484 mm (19.06 in)
Rail type Full-out slide rail (friction) Full-out slide rail (ball bearing) Full-out slide rail (ball bearing) Half-out slide rail (friction)
Slide travel 480 mm (18.9 in) 485 mm (19.1 in) 375 mm (14.8 in) 270 mm (10.6 in)
Tool-less installation Yes Yes Yes No (screw-in)
In-rack server maintenance Yes Yes Yes No
1U PDU support Yes Yes Yes Yes
0U PDU support Yes Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Rack type Four-post IBM and Lenovo standard rack Four-post 600 mm depth standard rack Four-post custom cabinet 2-post rack
Mounting holes Square or round Square or round Square or round Square, round, or threaded
Mounting flange thickness 2 - 3.3 mm (0.08 - 0.13 in) 2 - 3.3 mm (0.08 - 0.13 in) 2 - 3.3 mm (0.08 - 0.13 in) 76 - 279 mm (3 - 11 in)
Supported distance between front and rear mounting flanges 610 - 864 mm (24 - 34 in) 400 - 500mm (15.7 - 19.7 in) 270 - 310 mm (10.6 - 12.2 in) Not applicable

For details on the installation of these kits, see each of the ThinkEdge SE450 rack installation guides, available from the Information Center, https://thinksystem.lenovofiles.com/help/index.jsp

For information on supported rack cabinets, see the Rack cabinets section.

EIA bracket with security screw

The SE450 offers two types of EIA brackets (also known as ear brackets or ears):

  • Standard EIA bracket - uses thumbscrews to secure the server to the front flange of the cabinet
  • Security EIA bracket - uses security screws and key to secure the server to the front flange of the cabinet

The use of the security bracket and key (the key is included with the brackets) aids in preventing unauthorized personnel from removing the server from the rack.

The following figure shows the two EIA bracket types.

EIA brackets for the SE450
Figure 14. EIA brackets for the SE450

Ordering information is listed in the following table.

Table 57. EIA bracket choices
Part number Feature code Description
4XF7A97240 BMGV ThinkEdge SE450 EIA - Security
4XF7A97239 BMGU ThinkEdge SE450 EIA - Standard

EIA bracket adjustment

When installed in a rack cabinet, the EIA brackets on either side of the  SE450 chassis can be adjusted to best fit the front cabling and clearance needs of your environment. The EIA brackets can be in one of six different positions as shown in the following figure.

Position 1 locates the server as far back into the rack cabinet as possible, such that the front of the security bezel is flush with the front flange of the cabinet. The distance between positions 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 is 12.5 mm. Position 6 positions the server as far forward as possible, and is an additional 37.5 mm from position 5, for a total of 100 mm difference between positions 1 and 6.

Adjusting the position of the EIA brackets on the sides of the server
Figure 15. Adjusting the locations of the EIA brackets on the sides of the server

Floor stand

The SE450 supports being installed in a floor stand in a vertical orientation, as shown in the following figure. The floor stand supports both the 300mm or 360mm chassis, and with or without the security bezel.

SE450 installed in the floor stand kit
Figure 16. SE450 installed in the floor stand kit

The dimensions of the floor stand base are as follows:

  • Width: 305 mm (12 inches)
  • Depth: 488 mm (19.2 inches)
  • Height of the floor stand base: 303 mm (11.9 inches)
  • Height of the server installed in the floor stand (to the top of the handle):
    • 300 mm chassis: 584 mm (23 inches)
    • 360 mm chassis: 594 mm (23.4 inches)

Ordering information for the floor stand kit is listed in the following table. The floor stand kit is only available as an option part number and cannot be included in a CTO factory order.

Table 58. Floor stand
Part number Feature code Description
4XF7A81739 Option only

ThinkEdge SE450 Floor Stand Kit , contains:

  • Floor stand base
  • Top cover, with integrated handle and lightpipes to surface the system LEDs
  • Bottom cover
  • Mounting hardware

The contents of the floor stand kit is shown in the following figure.

Contents of the SE450 floor stand kit
Figure 17. Contents of the SE450 floor stand kit

For details on the components in the kit and the installation process, see the ThinkEdge SE450 Floor-standing Configuration Guide, available from the Information Center, https://thinksystem.lenovofiles.com/help/index.jsp

Wall mount installation

The SE450 can be mounted on a wall in a vertical orientation. The server can face either left or right, and supports both the 300mm or 360mm chassis, with and without the security bezel.

The wall mount kit includes a base plate. The base plate is mounted to the wall and then the server is attached to the base plate using the top cover, bottom brackets, and side brackets. The dimensions of the base plate are:

  • Width: 693 mm (27.3 inches)
  • Height: 532 mm (20.9 inches)

The width of the base plate is to allow the support of the standard wall stud spacing in Europe (600mm, 23.6 inches) and in USA (16 inches, 406mm).

Note: The maximum weight of the server and wall mount assembly is 30 Kg (66 lbs).

The following figure shows the SE450 installed on a wall in a manufacturing environment.

SE450 installed on a wall in a manufacturing environment
Figure 18. SE450 installed on a wall in a manufacturing environment

Ordering information for the Wall Mount Kit is listed in the following table.

The wall mount kit is only available as an option part number and cannot be included in a CTO factory order.

Table 59. Wall mount
Part number Feature code Description
4XF7A81738 Option only

ThinkEdge SE450 Wall Mount Kit , contains:

  • Wall-mount base plate
  • Top cover, with four integrated handles and lightpipes to surface the system LEDs
  • Two bottom brackets to enable mounting the server to the base plate
  • Two L-shaped brackets for left and right sides of the server
  • Mounting hardware

The contents of the wall mount kit is shown in the following figure.

ThinkEdge SE450 Wall Mount Kit
Figure 19. ThinkEdge SE450 Wall Mount Kit

The brackets are attached to the server and then the unit is then mounted to the wall plate, as shown in the following figure.

Tip: The integrated handles cannot be removed.

Using the ThinkEdge SE450 Wall Mount Kit
Figure 20. Using the ThinkEdge SE450 Wall Mount Kit

For details on the components in the kit and the installation process, see the ThinkEdge SE450 Wall-mounting Configuration Guide, available from the Information Center, https://thinksystem.lenovofiles.com/help/index.jsp

Operating system support

The SE450 supports the following operating systems:

  • Microsoft Windows Server 2019
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2022
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2025
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.9
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.4
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.5
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.7
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.8
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.9
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.10
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.1
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.2
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.3
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.4
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP4
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP5
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP6
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 Xen SP4
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 Xen SP5
  • Ubuntu 18.04 LTS 64-bit
  • Ubuntu 20.04 LTS 64-bit
  • Ubuntu 22.04 LTS 64-bit
  • Ubuntu 24.04 LTS 64-bit
  • VMware ESXi 7.0 U3
  • VMware ESXi 8.0
  • VMware ESXi 8.0 U1
  • VMware ESXi 8.0 U2
  • VMware ESXi 8.0 U3

For a complete list of supported, certified and tested operating systems, plus additional details and links to relevant web sites, see the Operating System Interoperability Guide: https://lenovopress.com/osig#servers=se450-7d8t

For configure-to-order configurations, the SE450 can be preloaded with VMware ESXi. Ordering information is listed in the following table.

Table 60. VMware ESXi preload
Part number Feature code Description
CTO only BMEY VMware ESXi 7.0 U3 (Factory Installed)
CTO only BMT5 VMware ESXi 8.0 (Factory Installed)
CTO only BQ8S VMware ESXi 8.0 U1 (Factory Installed)
CTO only BYC7 VMware ESXi 8.0 U2 (Factory Installed)
CTO only BZ97 VMware ESXi 8.0 U3 (Factory Installed)

Configuration rule:

  • An ESXi preload cannot be selected if the configuration includes an NVIDIA GPU (ESXi preload cannot include the NVIDIA driver)

You can download supported VMware vSphere hypervisor images from the following web page and install it using the instructions provided:
https://vmware.lenovo.com/content/custom_iso/

Hyperconverged infrastructure support

Lenovo ThinkEdge systems can be used in hyperconverged solutions either as part of a Lenovo configured and optimized Lenovo ThinkAgile solution, or as a user-configured system. 

Refer to the following links for full details.

VMware vSAN

SE450 supports vSAN OSA. For more information refer to this page:
vSAN Original Storage Architecture (OSA)

SE450 supports vSAN ESA. For more information refer to this page:
vSAN Express Storage Architecture (ESA) ReadyNode Configurator

Microsoft Azure Stack HCI

SE450 is the base hardware for the ThinkAgile MX450 Edge Integrated System. For more information refer to the product guide:
https://lenovopress.lenovo.com/lp1875-thinkagile-mx450-edge-integrated-system

SE450 supports Azure Stack HCI solution. For more information refer to the following Solution Brief:
https://lenovopress.lenovo.com/lp1597-microsoft-azure-stack-hci-solutions-on-lenovo-thinkedge-se450-edge-servers.

SE450 is listed in Microsoft Azure Stack HCI catalog. For more information refer to this page:
https://azurestackhcisolutions.azure.microsoft.com/#/catalog/details/7e93eff8-2d45-492d-a180-bebc75f8fad3

Physical and electrical specifications

The SE450 has the following overall physical dimensions, excluding components that extend outside the standard chassis, such as EIA flanges, front security bezel (if any), and power supply handles:

300mm chassis:

  • Width: 445 mm (17.5 inches)
  • Height: 87 mm (3.4 inches)
  • Depth: 323 mm (12.7 inches)

360mm chassis:

  • Width: 445 mm (17.5 inches)
  • Height: 87 mm (3.4 inches)
  • Depth: 383 mm (15.1 inches)

The following table lists the detailed dimensions.

For dimensions of the wall mount plate and the floor stand kit, see the following sections:

Table 61. Detailed dimensions
300mm chassis 360mm chassis Description
481 mm 481 mm Xa = Width, to the outsides of the front EIA flanges
435 mm 435 mm Xb = Width, to the rack rail mating surfaces
445 mm 445 mm Xc = Width, to the outer most chassis body feature
87 mm 87 mm Ya = Height, from the bottom of chassis to the top of the chassis
299 mm 359 mm Za = Depth, from the rack flange mating surface to the rearmost I/O port surface
299 mm 359 mm Zb = Depth, from the rack flange mating surface to the rearmost feature of the chassis body
299 mm 359 mm Zc = Depth, from the rack flange mating surface to the rearmost feature
25 mm 25 mm Zd = Depth, from the forwardmost feature on front of EIA flange to the rack flange mating surface
109 mm 109 mm Ze = Depth, from the front of security bezel (if applicable) or forwardmost feature to the rack flange mating surface

The figure below shows the definition of each dimension.

Rack server dimensions
Figure 21. Server dimensions

The shipping (cardboard packaging) dimensions of the SE450 are as follows:

  • Width: 586 mm (23.1 inches)
  • Height: 257 mm (10.1 inches)
  • Depth: 555 mm (21.9 inches)

The server has the following maximum weight:

  • 300mm chassis: 14.8 kg (32.7 lb)
  • 360mm chassis: 17.4 kg (38.4 lb)

Electrical specifications for AC input power supplies:

  • Input voltage:
    • 100 to 127 (nominal) Vac, 50 Hz or 60 Hz
    • 200 to 240 (nominal) Vac, 50 Hz or 60 Hz
    • 240 Vdc (input range: 180-300 V dc) (China only)
  • Inlet current:
    • 100-127 V:
      • 1100W power supply: 12 A*
      • 1800W power supply: Not supported
    • 200-240 V:
      • 1100W power supply: 6.0 A
      • 1800W power supply: 10 A

* In China, this power supply cannot exceed 10 A current.

Electrical specifications for DC input power supply:

  • Input voltage: -44 to -54 Vdc
  • Inlet current (1100W power supply): 26 A

Grounding cable

The SE450 includes two grounding lugs on the front of the server to enable the connection of a grounding cable. The table below lists the ordering information for the supported cable.

Field upgrade only: The Grounding Cable is only available as an option for field upgrades. Not available in CTO orders.

Table 62. Grounding cable
Part
number
Feature
code
Description Maximum
supported
4X97A84041 BMG0 ThinkEdge Grounding Cable with Lug (2500mm, 6 AWG) 1

The following figure shows the cable.

SE450 grounding cable
Figure 22. SE450 grounding cable

Operating environment

The SE450 server complies with ASHRAE Class A3 specifications with most configurations, and depending on the hardware configuration, also complies with ASHRAE Class A4 specifications.

Topics in this section:

Configuration requirements

Components installed in the SE450 have the following ambient temperature requirements:

  • Keep the ambient temperature to 35°C or lower when:
    • One or more 2.5-inch U.3 7400 PRO 3.84 TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 trayless drives are installed
    • One or more 2.5-inch U.3 7450 PRO 3.84 TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 trayless drives are installed
  • Keep the ambient temperature to 40°C or lower when:
    • NVIDIA A40 or L40 GPU is installed
    • One or more Persistent memory modules are installed
    • One of the following 2.5-inch drives is installed in Riser 2:
      • U.3 7400 PRO 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Hot-swap drive
      • U.3 7450 MAX 3.2TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Hot-swap drive
      • U.3 7450 PRO 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Hot-swap drive
      • U.2 Multi Vendor 3.2TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Hot-swap drive
    • The system comes in the following configuration:
      • 360mm chassis
      • Two risers installed with 0, 1, 2 or 3 half-length adapters installed
      • Eight 128GB DIMMs are installed

Note: When four half length adapters are installed in this configuration, ambient temperature requirement is 45°C or lower.

Temperature and humidity

The server is supported in the following environment:

  • Air temperature:
    • Operating:
      • ASHRAE A2: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F); the maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for every 300 m (984 ft) increase in altitude above 900 m (2,953 ft).
      • ASHRAE A3: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F); the maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for every 175 m (574 ft) increase in altitude above 900 m (2,953 ft).
      • ASHRAE A4: 5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F); the maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for every 125 m (410 ft) increase in altitude above 900 m (2,953 ft).
    • Server off: -5°C to 55°C (23°F to 131°F)
    • Shipment/storage: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
  • Maximum altitude: 3,050 m (10,000 ft)
  • Relative Humidity (non-condensing):
    • Operating
      • ASHRAE Class A2: 8% to 80%; maximum dew point: 21°C (70°F)
      • ASHRAE Class A3: 8% to 85%; maximum dew point: 24°C (75°F)
      • ASHRAE Class A4: 8% to 90%; maximum dew point: 24°C (75°F)
    • Shipment/storage: 8% to 90% 

NEBS support

The server supports NEBS Level 3:

  • Operating temperature: 5°C to 40°C.
  • High altitude operating temperature (1829m to 3960m, 6000ft to 13,000ft): 5°C to 35°C
  • Short term operating temp*: -5°C to 55°C
  • Humidity: 5% to 85% RH, Non-condensing.
  • Maximum rate of change(°C /hr) should ≤ 20 Humidity transition rate should ≤10%/hr.

* Short-term conditions: A period of no more than 96 consecutive hours and a total of not more than 15 days in 1 year. A total of 360 hours in any given year, but no more than 15 occurrences during a 1-year period.

NEBS configuration supported:

  • Chassis: 300mm chassis
  • Processor: 28-core 165W with standard 2U heat sink
  • Memory: 8x 64GB 3200MHz RDIMMs
  • M.2: Two 480GB M.2 drives with SATA-RAID M.2 adapter
  • Internal storage: 4x 960GB SATA drives
  • PCIe adapters: Intel E810-DA2 (Slot 5), Intel ACC100 (Slot 3, 4, 6)
  • No OCP
  • 2x 1100W -48VDC power supplies

Acoustical noise emissions

The server has the following acoustic noise emissions declaration:

  • Sound pressure level (LpAm):
    • Idling: 43.3 dBA  (Minimal), 47.4 dBA (Typical), 47.4 dBA (GPU rich)
    • Operating: 55.3 dBA (Minimal), 55.3 dBA (Typical), 65.2 dBA (GPU rich)

Notes:

  • These sound levels were measured in controlled acoustical environments according to procedures specified by ISO7779 and are reported in accordance with ISO 9296.
  • The declared acoustic sound levels are based on the following configurations, which may change depending on configuration/conditions
    • Minimal: 300mm Chassis, 1x 185W/32cores CPU, 8x 16GB RDIMM, 4x 960G SATA SSD, 2x M.2 5300 480GB SATA, 2x Intel E810-DA2, 2 x 1100W PSU
    • Typical: 300mm Chassis, 185W/32 cores CPU, 8x 16GB RDIMM, 2x U.2 P5500 1.92TB NVMe, 2x M.2 5300 480GB SATA, 2x NVIDIA A2 16GB PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU, 1x Mellanox CX6 LX 10/25G, 2x 1100W PSU
    • GPU rich: 360mm Chassis, 165W/28 cores CPU, 8x 16GB RDIMM, 2x U.2 P5500 1.92TB NVMe, 2x M.2 5300 480GB SATA, 2x NVIDIA A30 24GB PCIe Gen4 Passive GPU, 1x Mellanox CX6 LX 10/25G, 2x 1800W PSU

Environment

The following table indicates what environmental conditions (ambient temperature) are supported with supported options.

Table 63. Drives support based on environmental selections (ambient temperature)
Part number Description 5°C to 35°C 36°C to 40°C 41°C to 45°C
15mm NVMe SSD - Micron 7500
4XB7A95054 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 MAX 800GB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes
4XB7A95049 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 PRO 960GB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes
4XB7A95055 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 MAX 1.6TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes
4XB7A95050 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 PRO 1.92TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes
4XB7A95056 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 MAX 3.2TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes
4XB7A95051 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 PRO 3.84TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes
4XB7A95057 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 MAX 6.4TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes
4XB7A95052 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 PRO 7.68TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes
4XB7A95058 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 MAX 12.8TB Mixed Use NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes
4XB7A95053 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.3 7500 PRO 15.36TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes
15mm NVMe SSD - Solidigm P5336
4XB7A93075 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 P5336 30.72TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes
4XB7A93076 ThinkSystem 2.5" U.2 P5336 61.44TB Read Intensive NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 HS SSD Yes Yes Yes

Shock and vibration

The server has the following vibration and shock limits:

  • Vibration:
    • Operating: 0.21 G rms at 5 Hz to 500 Hz for 15 minutes across 3 axes
    • Non-operating (in packaging): 1.04 G rms at 2 Hz to 200 Hz for 15 minutes across 6 surfaces
  • Shock:
    • Operating: 15 G for 3 milliseconds in each direction (positive and negative X, Y, and Z axes)
    • Non-operating (12 kg to 23 kg, in packaging): 762mm drop height for 1 corner 3 edge 6 surface
  • NEBS GR-63:
    • Office vibration: 0.21 G rms at 5 Hz to 100 Hz for 30 minutes across 3 axes
    • Earthquake test: GR63 earthquake zone 4

Particulate contamination

Airborne particulates (including metal flakes or particles) and reactive gases acting alone or in combination with other environmental factors such as humidity or temperature might damage the system that might cause the system to malfunction or stop working altogether.

The following specifications indicate the limits of particulates that the system can tolerate:

  • Reactive gases:
    • The copper reactivity level shall be less than 200 Angstroms per month (Å/month)
    • The silver reactivity level shall be less than 200 Å/month
  • Airborne particulates:
    • The deliquescent relative humidity of the particulate contamination should be more than 60% RH
    • Environment must be free of zinc whiskers

For additional information, see the Specifications section of the documentation for the server, available from the Lenovo Documents site, https://pubs.lenovo.com/

Dust filter

The SE450 supports the use of a dust filter which is installed inside the security bezel. The dust filter has a Minimum Efficiency Rating Value (MERV) of 2, per ASHRAE Standard 52.2-2017.

A single dust filter is included with the security bezel as described in the Security section.

Ordering information for additional dust filters is listed in the following table.

Table 64. Replacement dust filter
Part number Description
4XF7A90166 ThinkEdge SE450 Bezel Dust Filter with Frame (dust filter)

The dust filter is installed inside the security bezel as shown in the following figure.

Dust filter
Figure 23. Dust filter

Replacement port dust covers

By default, the server includes dust covers for all front I/O ports, to reduce the impact of dust in your environment. If needed, you can order replacement covers. Ordering information is listed in the following table.

Table 65. Replacement port dust covers
Part number Description Contents
4XF7A95477 ThinkEdge SE450 Port Dust Cover Kit
  • 1x RJ-45 filler
  • 6x antenna port fillers
  • 2x antenna covers
  • 1x external diagnostic handset connector filler
  • 2x security bezel fillers
  • 3x USB Type-A fillers
  • 1x VGA cover

Coin battery

Ordering information for coin battery field upgrades are listed in the following table.

Tip: The server ships with the necessary coin batteries.

Table 66. Field upgrade options
Part number Description
4X57A87776* ThinkEdge CR2032 3V High Temperature (-40C to 125C) Coin Battery

* This option allows customers to stock additional batteries as spare parts should they be needed

Warranty upgrades and post-warranty support

The ThinkEdge SE450 has a 3-year warranty:

  • 7D8T - 3 year warranty

Our global network of regional support centers offers consistent, local-language support enabling you to vary response times and level of service to match the criticality of your support needs:

  • Standard Next Business Day – Best choice for non-essential systems requiring simple maintenance.
  • Premier Next Business Day – Best choice for essential systems requiring technical expertise from senior-level Lenovo engineers.
  • Premier 24x7 4-Hour Response – Best choice for systems where maximum uptime is critical.
  • Premier Enhanced Storage Support 24x7 4-Hour Response – Best choice for storage systems where maximum uptime is critical.

For more information, consult the brochure Lenovo Operational Support Services for Data Centers Services.

Services

Lenovo Data Center Services empower you at every stage of your IT lifecycle. From expert advisory and strategic planning to seamless deployment and ongoing support, we ensure your infrastructure is built for success. Our comprehensive services accelerate time to value, minimize downtime, and free your IT staff to focus on driving innovation and business growth.

Note: Some service options may not be available in all markets or regions. For more information, go to https://lenovolocator.com/. For information about Lenovo service upgrade offerings that are available in your region, contact your local Lenovo sales representative or business partner.

In this section:

Lenovo Advisory Services

Lenovo Advisory Services simplify the planning process, enabling customers to build future-proofed strategies in as little as six weeks. Consultants provide guidance on projects including VM migration, storage, backup and recovery, and cost management to accelerate time to value, improve cost efficiency, and build a flexibly scalable foundation.

  • Assessment Services

    An Assessment helps solve your IT challenges through an onsite, multi-day session with a Lenovo technology expert. We perform a tools-based assessment which provides a comprehensive and thorough review of a company's environment and technology systems. In addition to the technology based functional requirements, the consultant also discusses and records the non-functional business requirements, challenges, and constraints. Assessments help organizations like yours, no matter how large or small, get a better return on your IT investment and overcome challenges in the ever-changing technology landscape.

  • Design Services

    Professional Services consultants perform infrastructure design and implementation planning to support your strategy. The high-level architectures provided by the assessment service are turned into low level designs and wiring diagrams, which are reviewed and approved prior to implementation. The implementation plan will demonstrate an outcome-based proposal to provide business capabilities through infrastructure with a risk-mitigated project plan.

Lenovo Plan & Design Services

Unlock faster time to market with our tailored, strategic design workshops to align solution approaches with your business goals and technical requirements. Leverage our deep solution expertise and end-to-end delivery partnership to meet your goals efficiently and effectively.

Lenovo Deployment, Migration, and Configuration Services

Optimize your IT operations by shifting labor-intensive functions to Lenovo's skilled technicians for seamless on-site or remote deployment, configuration, and migration. Enjoy peace of mind, faster time to value, and comprehensive knowledge sharing with your IT staff, backed by our best-practice methodology.

  • Deployment Services for Storage and ThinkAgile

    A comprehensive range of remote and onsite options tailored specifically for your business needs to ensure your storage and ThinkAgile hardware are fully operational from the start.

  • Hardware Installation Services

    A full-range, comprehensive setup for your hardware, including unpacking, inspecting, and positioning components to ensure your equipment is operational and error-free for the most seamless and efficient installation experience, so you can quickly benefit from your investments.

  • DM/DG File Migration Services

    Take the burden of file migration from your IT’s shoulders. Our experts will align your requirements and business objectives to the migration plans while coordinating with your team to plan and safely execute the data migration to your storage platforms.

  • DM/DG/DE Health Check Services

    Our experts perform proactive checks of your Firmware and system health to ensure your machines are operating at peak and optimal efficiency to maximize up-time, avoid system failures, ensure the security of IT solutions and simplify maintenance.

  • Factory Integrated Services

    A suite of value-added offerings provided during the manufacturing phase of a server or storage system that reduces time to value. These services aim at improving your hardware deployment experience and enhance the quality of a standard configuration before it arrives at your facility.

Lenovo Support Services

In addition to response time options for hardware parts, repairs, and labor, Lenovo offers a wide array of additional support services to ensure your business is positioned for success and longevity. Our goal is to reduce your capital outlays, mitigate your IT risks, and accelerate your time to productivity.

  • Premier Support for Data Centers

    Your direct line to the solution that promises the best, most comprehensive level of support to help you fully unlock the potential of your data center.

  • Premier Enhanced Storage Support (PESS)

    Gain all the benefits of Premier Support for Data Centers, adding dedicated storage specialists and resources to elevate your storage support experience to the next level.

  • Committed Service Repair (CSR)

    Our commitment to ensuring the fastest, most seamless resolution times for mission-critical systems that require immediate attention to ensure minimal downtime and risk for your business. This service is only available for machines under the Premier 4-Hour Response SLA.

  • Multivendor Support Services (MVS)

    Your single point of accountability for resolution support across vast range of leading Server, Storage, and Networking OEMs, allowing you to manage all your supported infrastructure devices seamlessly from a single source.

  • Keep Your Drive (KYD)

    Protect sensitive data and maintain compliance with corporate retention and disposal policies to ensure your data is always under your control, regardless of the number of drives that are installed in your Lenovo server.

  • Technical Account Manager (TAM)

    Your single point of contact to expedite service requests, provide status updates, and furnish reports to track incidents over time, ensuring smooth operations and optimized performance as your business grows.

  • Enterprise Software Support (ESS)

    Gain comprehensive, single-source, and global support for a wide range of server operating systems and Microsoft server applications.

For more information, consult the brochure Lenovo Operational Support Services for Data Centers.

Lenovo Managed Services

Achieve peak efficiency, high security, and minimal disruption with Lenovo's always-on Managed Services. Our real-time monitoring, 24x7 incident response, and problem resolution ensure your infrastructure operates seamlessly. With quarterly health checks for ongoing optimization and innovation, Lenovo's remote active monitoring boosts end-user experience and productivity by keeping your data center's hardware performing at its best.

Lenovo Managed Services provides continuous 24x7 remote monitoring (plus 24x7 call center availability) and proactive management of your data center using state-of-the-art tools, systems, and practices by a team of highly skilled and experienced Lenovo services professionals.

Quarterly reviews check error logs, verify firmware & OS device driver levels, and software as needed. We’ll also maintain records of latest patches, critical updates, and firmware levels, to ensure you systems are providing business value through optimized performance.

Lenovo Sustainability Services

  • Asset Recovery Services

    Lenovo Asset Recovery Services (ARS) provides a secure, seamless solution for managing end-of-life IT assets, ensuring data is safely sanitized while contributing to a more circular IT lifecycle. By maximizing the reuse or responsible recycling of devices, ARS helps businesses meet sustainability goals while recovering potential value from their retired equipment. For more information, see the Asset Recovery Services offering page.

  • CO2 Offset Services

    Lenovo’s CO2 Offset Services offer a simple and transparent way for businesses to take tangible action on their IT footprint. By integrating CO2 offsets directly into device purchases, customers can easily support verified climate projects and track their contributions, making meaningful progress toward their sustainability goals without added complexity.

  • Lenovo Certified Refurbished

    Lenovo Certified Refurbished offers a cost-effective way to support IT circularity without compromising on quality and performance. Each device undergoes rigorous testing and certification, ensuring reliable performance and extending its lifecycle. With Lenovo’s trusted certification, you gain peace of mind while making a more sustainable IT choice.

Lenovo TruScale

Lenovo TruScale XaaS is your set of flexible IT services that makes everything easier. Streamline IT procurement, simplify infrastructure and device management, and pay only for what you use – so your business is free to grow and go anywhere.

Lenovo TruScale is  the unified solution that gives you simplified access to:

  • The industry’s broadest portfolio – from pocket to cloud – all delivered as a service
  • A single-contract framework for full visibility and accountability
  • The global scale to rapidly and securely build teams from anywhere
  • Flexible fixed and metered pay-as-you-go models with minimal upfront cost
  • The growth-driving combination of hardware, software, infrastructure, and solutions – all from one single provider with one point of accountability.

For information about Lenovo TruScale offerings that are available in your region, contact your local Lenovo sales representative or business partner.

Regulatory compliance

The SE450 conforms to the following standards:

  • ANSI/UL62368-1
  • IEC 62368-1 (CB Certificate and CB Test Report)
  • FCC - Verified to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Class A
  • Canada ICES-003, issue 7, Class A
  • CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1
  • CISPR 32, Class A, CISPR 35
  • Argentina IEC 62368-1: 2018
  • Japan VCCI, Class A
  • Taiwan BSMI CNS15936, Class A; CNS15598-1; Section 5 of CNS15663
  • CE, UKCA Mark (EN55032 Class A, EN62368-1, EN55024, EN55035, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, (EU) 2019/424, and EN IEC 63000 (RoHS))
  • Korea KN32, Class A, KN35
  • Russia, Belorussia and Kazakhstan, TP EAC 037/2016 (for RoHS)
  • Russia, Belorussia and Kazakhstan, EAC: TP TC 004/2011 (for Safety); TP TC 020/2011 (for EMC)
  • EAC Russia, Belorussia and Kazakhstan, TR CU 020/2011 and TR CU 004/2011
  • Australia/New Zealand AS/NZS CISPR 32, Class A; AS/NZS 62368.1
  • UL Green Guard, UL2819
  • Energy Star 4.0
  • EPEAT (NSF/ ANSI 426) Bronze
  • China CCC certificate, GB17625.1; GB4943.1; GB/T9254.1
  • China CECP certificate, CQC3135
  • China CELP certificate, HJ 2507-2011
  • Japanese Energy-Saving Act
  • Mexico NOM-019
  • TUV-GS (EN62368-1, and EK1-ITB2000)
  • India BIS 13252 (Part 1)
  • Germany GS
  • Brazil INMETRO
  • South Africa NRCS LOA
  • Ukraine UkrCEPRO
  • Morocco CMIM Certification (CM)
  • EU2019/424 Energy Related Product (ErP Lot9)
  • NEBS 3

Uninterruptible power supply units

The following table lists the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units that are offered by Lenovo.

Table 67. Uninterruptible power supply units
Part number Description
Rack-mounted or tower UPS units - 100-125VAC
7DD5A001WW RT1.5kVA 2U Rack or Tower UPS-G2 (100-125VAC)
55941AX RT1.5kVA 2U Rack or Tower UPS (100-125VAC)
55942AX RT2.2kVA 2U Rack or Tower UPS (100-125VAC)
7DD5A003WW RT3kVA 2U Rack or Tower UPS-G2 (100-125VAC)
55943AX RT3kVA 2U Rack or Tower UPS (100-125VAC)
Rack-mounted or tower UPS units - 200-240VAC
7DD5A002WW RT1.5kVA 2U Rack or Tower UPS-G2 (200-240VAC)
55941KX RT1.5kVA 2U Rack or Tower UPS (200-240VAC)
55942KX RT2.2kVA 2U Rack or Tower UPS (200-240VAC)
7DD5A005WW RT3kVA 2U Rack or Tower UPS-G2 (200-240VAC)
55943KX RT3kVA 2U Rack or Tower UPS (200-240VAC)
7DD5A007WW RT5kVA 3U Rack or Tower UPS-G2 (200-240VAC)
55945KX RT5kVA 3U Rack or Tower UPS (200-240VAC)
7DD5A008WW RT6kVA 3U Rack or Tower UPS-G2 (200-240VAC)
55946KX RT6kVA 3U Rack or Tower UPS (200-240VAC)
55948KX RT8kVA 6U Rack or Tower UPS (200-240VAC)
7DD5A00AWW RT11kVA 6U Rack or Tower UPS-G2 (200-240VAC)
55949KX RT11kVA 6U Rack or Tower UPS (200-240VAC)
55943KT† ThinkSystem RT3kVA 2U Standard UPS (200-230VAC) (2x C13 10A, 2x GB 10A, 1x C19 16A outlets)
55943LT† ThinkSystem RT3kVA 2U Long Backup UPS (200-230VAC) (2x C13 10A, 2x GB 10A, 1x C19 16A outlets)
55946KT† ThinkSystem RT6kVA 5U UPS (200-230VAC) (2x C13 10A outlets, 1x Terminal Block output)
5594XKT† ThinkSystem RT10kVA 5U UPS (200-230VAC) (2x C13 10A outlets, 1x Terminal Block output)
Rack-mounted or tower UPS units - 380-415VAC
55948PX RT8kVA 6U 3:1 Phase Rack or Tower UPS (380-415VAC)
55949PX RT11kVA 6U 3:1 Phase Rack or Tower UPS (380-415VAC)

† Only available in China and the Asia Pacific market.

For more information, see the list of Product Guides in the UPS category:
https://lenovopress.com/servers/options/ups

Power distribution units

The following table lists the power distribution units (PDUs) that are offered by Lenovo.

Table 68. Power distribution units
Part
number
Feature
code
Description
ANZ
ASEAN
Brazil
EET
MEA
RUCIS
WE
HTK
INDIA
JAPAN
LA
NA
PRC
0U Basic PDUs
4PU7A93176 C0QH 0U 36 C13 and 6 C19 Basic 32A 1 Phase PDU v2 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y
4PU7A93169 C0DA 0U 36 C13 and 6 C19 Basic 32A 1 Phase PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y
4PU7A93177 C0QJ 0U 24 C13/C15 and 24 C13/C15/C19 Basic 32A 3 Phase WYE PDU v2 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
4PU7A93170 C0D9 0U 24 C13/C15 and 24 C13/C15/C19 Basic 32A 3 Phase WYE PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y
00YJ776 ATZY 0U 36 C13/6 C19 24A 1 Phase PDU N Y Y N N N N N N Y Y Y N
00YJ779 ATZX 0U 21 C13/12 C19 48A 3 Phase PDU N N Y N N N Y N N Y Y Y N
00YJ777 ATZZ 0U 36 C13/6 C19 32A 1 Phase PDU Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y N N Y Y
00YJ778 AU00 0U 21 C13/12 C19 32A 3 Phase PDU Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y N N Y Y
0U Switched and Monitored PDUs
4PU7A93181 C0QN 0U 21 C13/C15 and 21 C13/C15/C19 Switched and Monitored 48A 3 Phase Delta PDU v2 (60A derated) N Y N N N N N Y N Y N Y N
4PU7A93174 C0D5 0U 21 C13/C15 and 21 C13/C15/C19 Switched and Monitored 48A 3 Phase Delta PDU (60A derated) N Y N Y N N Y Y N N N Y N
4PU7A93178 C0QK 0U 20 C13 and 4 C19 Switched and Monitored 32A 1 Phase PDU v2 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y
4PU7A93171 C0D8 0U 20 C13 and 4 C19 Switched and Monitored 32A 1 Phase PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y
4PU7A93182 C0QP 0U 18 C13/C15 and 18 C13/C15/C19 Switched and Monitored 63A 3 Phase WYE PDU v2 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
4PU7A93175 C0CS 0U 18 C13/C15 and 18 C13/C15/C19 Switched and Monitored 63A 3 Phase WYE PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y
4PU7A93180 C0QM 0U 18 C13/C15 and 18 C13/C15/C19 Switched and Monitored 32A 3 Phase WYE PDU v2 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
4PU7A93173 C0D6 0U 18 C13/C15 and 18 C13/C15/C19 Switched and Monitored 32A 3 Phase WYE PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y
4PU7A93179 C0QL 0U 16 C13/C15 and 16 C13/C15/C19 Switched and Monitored 24A 1 Phase PDU v2 (30A derated) N Y N N N N N Y N Y N Y N
4PU7A93172 C0D7 0U 16 C13/C15 and 16 C13/C15/C19 Switched and Monitored 24A 1 Phase PDU(30A derated) N Y N Y N N Y Y N N N Y N
00YJ783 AU04 0U 12 C13/12 C19 Switched and Monitored 48A 3 Phase PDU N N Y N N N Y N N Y Y Y N
00YJ781 AU03 0U 20 C13/4 C19 Switched and Monitored 24A 1 Phase PDU N N Y N Y N Y N N Y Y Y N
00YJ782 AU02 0U 18 C13/6 C19 Switched and Monitored 32A 3 Phase PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y N Y
00YJ780 AU01 0U 20 C13/4 C19 Switched and Monitored 32A 1 Phase PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y N Y
1U Switched and Monitored PDUs
4PU7A90808 C0D4 1U 18 C19/C13 Switched and monitored 48A 3P WYE PDU V2 ETL Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
4PU7A81117 BNDV 1U 18 C19/C13 switched and monitored 48A 3P WYE PDU - ETL N N N N N N N N N N N Y N
4PU7A90809 C0DE 1U 18 C19/C13 Switched and monitored 48A 3P WYE PDU V2 CE N N N N N Y Y N N N N N N
4PU7A81118 BNDW 1U 18 C19/C13 switched and monitored 48A 3P WYE PDU - CE Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y N Y
4PU7A90810 C0DD 1U 18 C19/C13 Switched and monitored 80A 3P Delta PDU V2 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
4PU7A77467 BLC4 1U 18 C19/C13 Switched and Monitored 80A 3P Delta PDU N N N N N N N N N Y N Y N
4PU7A90811 C0DC 1U 12 C19/C13 Switched and monitored 32A 3P WYE PDU V2 N N N N N Y Y N N N N N N
4PU7A77468 BLC5 1U 12 C19/C13 switched and monitored 32A 3P WYE PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
4PU7A90812 C0DB 1U 12 C19/C13 Switched and monitored 60A 3P Delta PDU V2 N N N N N N N N N Y N N N
4PU7A77469 BLC6 1U 12 C19/C13 switched and monitored 60A 3P Delta PDU N N N N N N N N N N N Y N
46M4002 5896 1U 9 C19/3 C13 Switched and Monitored DPI PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
46M4004 5894 1U 12 C13 Switched and Monitored DPI PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
46M4003 5897 1U 9 C19/3 C13 Switched and Monitored 60A 3 Phase PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
46M4005 5895 1U 12 C13 Switched and Monitored 60A 3 Phase PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
1U Ultra Density Enterprise PDUs (9x IEC 320 C13 + 3x IEC 320 C19 outlets)
71763NU 6051 Ultra Density Enterprise C19/C13 PDU 60A/208V/3PH N N Y N N N N N N Y Y Y N
71762NX 6091 Ultra Density Enterprise C19/C13 PDU Module Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
1U C13 Enterprise PDUs (12x IEC 320 C13 outlets)
39M2816 6030 DPI C13 Enterprise PDU Plus Module (WW) Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
39Y8941 6010 DPI C13 Enterprise PDU Module (WW) Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
1U C19 Enterprise PDUs (6x IEC 320 C19 outlets)
39Y8948 6060 DPI C19 Enterprise PDU Module (WW) Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
39Y8923 6061 DPI Three-phase 60A/208V C19 Enterprise PDU (US) N N Y N N N Y N N N Y Y N
1U Front-end PDUs (3x IEC 320 C19 outlets)
39Y8938 6002 DPI Single-phase 30A/120V Front-end PDU (US) Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
39Y8939 6003 DPI Single-phase 30A/208V Front-end PDU (US) Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
39Y8934 6005 DPI Single-phase 32A/230V Front-end PDU (International) Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
39Y8940 6004 DPI Single-phase 60A/208V Front-end PDU (US) Y N Y Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y N
39Y8935 6006 DPI Single-phase 63A/230V Front-end PDU (International) Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
1U NEMA PDUs (6x NEMA 5-15R outlets)
39Y8905 5900 DPI 100-127V NEMA PDU Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
Line cords for 1U PDUs that ship without a line cord
40K9611 6504 4.3m, 32A/380-415V, EPDU/IEC 309 3P+N+G 3ph wye (non-US) Line Cord Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
40K9612 6502 4.3m, 32A/230V, EPDU to IEC 309 P+N+G (non-US) Line Cord Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
40K9613 6503 4.3m, 63A/230V, EPDU to IEC 309 P+N+G (non-US) Line Cord Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
40K9614 6500 4.3m, 30A/208V, EPDU to NEMA L6-30P (US) Line Cord Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
40K9615 6501 4.3m, 60A/208V, EPDU to IEC 309 2P+G (US) Line Cord N N Y N N N Y N N Y Y Y N
40K9617 6505 4.3m, 32A/230V, Souriau UTG Female to AS/NZ 3112 (Aus/NZ) Line Cord Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
40K9618 6506 4.3m, 32A/250V, Souriau UTG Female to KSC 8305 (S. Korea) Line Cord Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

For more information, see the Lenovo Press documents in the PDU category:
https://lenovopress.com/servers/options/pdu

Rack cabinets

The following table lists the supported Lenovo rack cabinets. The 300mm and 360mm SE450 chassis are both supported, with and without the security bezel.

Table 69. Supported Lenovo rack cabinets
MTM Description Qty of SE450 Comment
9363-4PX, 4EX, RC4, LC4 42U 1100mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack 21 Require Extension kit (L1 00YE457) and Rail kit (SBB7A50505)
1410-PRB, ERB, HPB, HEB1 Intelligent Cluster 42U 1100mm Enterprise V2 Rack Family 21 Require Extension kit (L1 00YE457) and Rail kit (SBB7A50505)
9307-4RX S2 42U Static Standard Rack (1000mm depth) 21 The front door may need to be removed to support some cabling configurations of the SE450
9307-2RX S2 25U Dynamic Standard Rack (1000mm depth) 12 The front door may need to be removed to support some cabling configurations of the SE450

For information about these rack cabinets, see the Lenovo Rack Cabinet Reference:
https://lenovopress.com/lp1287-lenovo-rack-cabinet-reference

The SE450 is also supported in 3rd-party rack cabinets, as listed in the following table. Note that some of mounting position may interfere with the front door latch of the cabinet.

Table 70. Third-party rack cabinets
Rack cabinet: nVent 600mm rack 2 post rack Delta racks** Barcelona 550mm
Rail kit: 600mm rail kit 2-post rail kit 600mm rail kit 550mm rail kit
300mm chassis Supported Supported Supported Supported†
300mm chassis+Bezel Supported Supported Supported No
360mm chassis Supported Supported Supported No
360mm chassis+Bezel Supported* Supported No No

* For use in the nVent 600mm rack cabinet, you may need to adjust the placement of the front posts of the cabinet
† Security bezel not supported in Barcelona 550mm rack
** Supported Delta racks are the following:

  • Delta Type 3798100778 ODPS 3000-48-5 1.8M HVA/C 3/1 PH ES.
  • Delta Type 3799515500 ODPS 2900-48-3 1.8M HVA/C [VF ES]
  • Delta Type 3798100727 ODPS 3000-48-5 1.5M HVA/C 3/1 PH ES

For more information about rail kits, see the Rack installation section. 

KVM console options

The following table lists the supported KVM consoles.

Table 71. KVM console
Part number Description
Consoles
4XF7A84188 ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console (with US English keyboard)
4XF7A73009 ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD console (with US English keyboard)
17238BX 1U 18.5" Standard Console (without keyboard - see the next table)

The following table lists the keyboards supported with the 1U 18.5" Standard Console (now withdrawn).

Note: These keyboards are not supported with the ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console.

Table 72. Keyboards for 1U 18.5" Standard Console
Part number Description
7ZB7A05469 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int.Pointing Device USB - Arabic 253 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05468 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Belg/UK 120 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05206 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Czech 489 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05207 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Danish 159 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05208 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Dutch 143 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05210 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Fr/Canada 445 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05209 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - French 189 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05211 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - German 129 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05212 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Greek 219 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05213 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Hebrew 212 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05214 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Hungarian 208 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05215 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Italian 141 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05216 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Japanese 194 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05217 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Korean 413 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05218 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - LA Span 171 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05219 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Norwegian 155 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05220 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Polish 214 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05221 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Portugese 163 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05222 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Russian 441 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05223 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Slovak 245 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05231 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Slovenian 234 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05224 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Spanish 172 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05225 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Swed/Finn 153 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05226 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Swiss F/G 150 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05227 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Thai 191 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05467 ThinkSystem Keyboard with Int. Pointing Device USB - Trad Chinese/US 467 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05228 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - Turkish 179 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05229 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - UK Eng 166 RoHS v2
7ZB7A05470 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - US Eng 103P RoHS v2
7ZB7A05230 ThinkSystem Keyboard w/ Int. Pointing Device USB - US Euro 103P RoHS v2

The following table lists the available KVM switches and the options that are supported with them.

Table 73. KVM switches and options
Part number Description
KVM Console switches
1754D1T ThinkSystem Digital 2x1x16 KVM Switch (DVI video output port)
1754A1T ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch (DVI video output port)
1754D2X Global 4x2x32 Console Manager (GCM32)
1754D1X Global 2x2x16 Console Manager (GCM16)
1754A2X Local 2x16 Console Manager (LCM16)
1754A1X Local 1x8 Console Manager (LCM8)
Cables for ThinkSystem Digital and Analog KVM Console switches
4X97A11108 ThinkSystem VGA to DVI Conversion Cable
4X97A11109 ThinkSystem Single-USB Conversion Cable for Digital KVM
4X97A11107 ThinkSystem Dual-USB Conversion Cable for Digital KVM
4X97A11106 ThinkSystem USB Conversion Cable for Analog KVM
Cables for GCM and LCM Console switches
43V6147 Single Cable USB Conversion Option (UCO)
39M2895 USB Conversion Option Pack
46M5383 Virtual Media Conversion Option Gen2 (VCO2)
46M5382 Serial Conversion Option (SCO)

For more information, see the list of Product Guides in the KVM Switches and Consoles category:
http://lenovopress.com/servers/options/kvm

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    Length: 64 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo

    Course code: DVSYS207
  13. Business Problems Addressed with Lenovo Data & Analytics Solutions
    2024-01-31 | 20 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Business Problems Addressed with Lenovo Data & Analytics Solutions

    Data is the quantities, characters, or symbols on which operations are performed by a computer, which is then stored and transmitted in the form of electrical signals and recorded on magnetic, optical, solid state, or mechanical recording media. All different types of organizations rely more and more on their data to gain valuable insights and improve their business. As expected, they will have challenges with gaining this insight. In this course we will discuss those challenges and problems our customers face and describe how Lenovo Data and Analytics Solutions can help customers solve each problem.

    After completing this training, you will be able to define the following common problems for databases and big data and describe how Lenovo can help customers solve each problem: scalability, management, performance, protection, security, knowledge/skill, and technology evolution.

    After completing this training, you will be able to define the following common problems for databases and big data and describe how Lenovo can help customers solve each problem: scalability, management, performance, protection, security, knowledge/skill, and technology evolution.

    Published: 2024-01-31
    Length: 20 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: DSOLP200
  14. Family Introduction: Edge Servers
    2024-01-22 | 18 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Family Introduction: Edge Servers

    This course introduces the concept of edge servers. Edge servers are used at the edge of an IoT environment, where they perform pre-processing of data, and data forwarding to core environments.
    Course Objectives:
    • Describe the Internet of Things (IoT)
    • Define an edge server
    • Discuss edge server features

    Published: 2024-01-22
    Length: 18 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: SXXW1105
  15. Partner Technical Webinar - Tech World 23 Review
    2023-12-22 | 60 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Partner Technical Webinar - Tech World 23 Review

    In this 60-minute replay, Kenny James, Lenovo Channel Sales Engineering Director, joined us to give a Channel CTO’s perspective on this year's Tech World 2023 conference where the theme was AI for All.

    Published: 2023-12-22
    Length: 60 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: 121523
  16. Basics of the Edge Ecosystem for Sellers
    2023-12-15 | 20 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Basics of the Edge Ecosystem for Sellers

    The purpose of this learning module is to familiarize Lenovo field sales, inside sales and partners with the Edge ecosystem and how Lenovo fits into the Edge space.

    • Explain the basics of an Edge Ecosystem
    • Articulate the inherent challenges of Edge Computing
    • Present how Lenovo fits in the Edge Ecosystem

    Published: 2023-12-15
    Length: 20 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: DTEF101
  17. The 10-minute Edge conversation for Lenovo Sellers
    2023-12-14 | 20 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    The 10-minute Edge conversation for Lenovo Sellers

    The purpose of this course is to enable sellers to have a 10 to 15-minute customer conversation addressing the relevancy of Edge solutions to the customer business.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Prepare for the initial customer conversation
    • Hold a 10-minute Edge Operational Technology (OT) conversation
    • Take the appropriate steps to progress the sale

    Published: 2023-12-14
    Length: 20 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: DTEF103
  18. Intel and Lenovo Bringing AI Everywhere
    2023-12-13 | 50 minutes | Employees Only
    Details
    Intel and Lenovo Bringing AI Everywhere

    Join Patrick Cassleman of Intel as he discusses how Lenovo and Intel can partner to help customers develop and deploy sustainable AI hardware and software from the edge to the cloud. Patrick will discuss Intel’s full AI portfolio, plus available features and tools to help your customers attain sustainable AI.

    Published: 2023-12-13
    Length: 50 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo

    Course code: DVEDG209
  19. VTT: Lenovo in the Era of the Edge-June 2023
    2023-12-04 | 60 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    VTT: Lenovo in the Era of the Edge-June 2023

    Join Richard Jenkins from the Lenovo Edge Computing Business Development group as he discusses how Lenovo fits in the era of the Edge. Topics covered in this VTT session include:
    - customer use cases at the Edge
    - the needed consortium to build an Edge Solution
    - Lenovo edge portfolio
    - The advantages of LOC-A and XClarity at the Edge

    Published: 2023-12-04
    Length: 60 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: DVEDG201
  20. VTT: Edge Product Innovation, ISVs, and Market trends - AP & PRC, Oct. 2023
    2023-10-12 | 60 minutes | Employees Only
    Details
    VTT: Edge Product Innovation, ISVs, and Market trends - AP & PRC, Oct. 2023

    Join Richard Jenkins from the AP Edge solutions group as he discusses the difference between Industrial Internet of things (IoT) and Operational Technology (OT). Richard takes a look at how both are relevant to combining edge servers with hybrid cloud architecture. Topics include:
    • Integration of ISV Concepts
    • Edge serving clusters and megaclusters
    • Container designs for SE10, SE30 & SE50

    Published: 2023-10-12
    Length: 60 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo

    Course code: DVEDG206
  21. VTT: Edge Product Innovation, ISVs, and Market trends - EMEA, LA & NA, Oct. 2023
    2023-10-11 | 60 minutes | Employees Only
    Details
    VTT: Edge Product Innovation, ISVs, and Market trends - EMEA, LA & NA, Oct. 2023

    Join Per Ljungstrom and Anthony Sayers as they discuss the difference between Industrial Internet of things (IoT) and Operational Technology (OT). They look at how both are relevant to combining edge servers with hybrid cloud architecture. Topics include:
    • Integration of ISV Concepts
    • Edge serving clusters and megaclusters
    • Container designs for SE10, SE30 & SE50

    Published: 2023-10-11
    Length: 60 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo

    Course code: DVEDG205
  22. Intro to Edge: 3Ws of Edge Computing for Lenovo Sellers
    2023-09-14 | 13 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Intro to Edge: 3Ws of Edge Computing for Lenovo Sellers

    This course provides fundamental concepts and a learning foundation for those who are new to the data center and to computing at the Edge. It defines where is the Edge, identifies what are the business drivers for edge computing, and discusses why is edge computing important to Lenovo. September 2023

    Published: 2023-09-14
    Length: 13 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: DTEF100
  23. Lenovo Solutions for the Edge - Who Are the Customers?
    2023-09-14 | 25 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Lenovo Solutions for the Edge - Who Are the Customers?

    This course is focused on enabling sellers to identify opportunities for Lenovo Edge and Edge AI Solutions. Topics include a general overview of the Lenovo Edge portfolio and recognizing how edge computing can benefit customers.

    Course Objectives:
    • Identify Lenovo Edge Opportunities
    • Recognize how an Edge solution would benefit your customer
    • Provide a general overview of Lenovo solutions at the Edge
    • Identify key points for your customer Edge conversation

    Published: 2023-09-14
    Length: 25 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: DTEF102
  24. Family Portfolio: Edge
    2023-09-12 | 15 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Family Portfolio: Edge

    This course introduces edge environments, and the roles played by Lenovo edge servers and edge clients in those environments. It looks briefly at use cases for these edge devices.
    When you have completed this course, you should be able to list the edge solutions in the Lenovo portfolio, describe the features of each solution, and determine which solution is best suited to a specific environment.

    Published: 2023-09-12
    Length: 15 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: SXXW2513r2
  25. VTT: VMware Edge Compute Stack, August 2023
    2023-08-17 | 60 minutes | Employees Only
    Details
    VTT: VMware Edge Compute Stack, August 2023

    Edge Compute drives business transformation in sectors like retail, manufacturing & utilities. It intersects with IoT sensors, robotics & AI, and supports use cases requiring computing closer to operations. Implementing Edge Compute at scale requires a platform supporting verticalized applications, manageability, reliability & security. Join Josh David from VMware and Alejandro Perez from Lenovo as they discuss how the VMware Edge Stack enables real-time intelligence & immersive experiences at the Edge.

    Published: 2023-08-17
    Length: 60 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo

    Course code: DVEDG203
  26. VTT: SAP HANA Transition and Refresh Opportunity - July 2023
    2023-07-14 | 60 minutes | Employees Only
    Details
    VTT: SAP HANA Transition and Refresh Opportunity - July 2023

    In this session, we cover:
    - What Next for SAP Clients?
    - Lenovo Opportunity
    - Lenovo Portfolio for SAP Solutions
    - RISE with SAP

    Published: 2023-07-14
    Length: 60 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo

    Course code: DVDAT202
  27. Lenovo XClarity Management Hub for Edge Server Devices
    2023-06-08 | 50 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Lenovo XClarity Management Hub for Edge Server Devices

    This course offers a comprehensive overview and demonstration of the enhanced capability to manage ThinkEdge Server Devices through Lenovo XClarity Management Hub in Lenovo XClarity Orchestrator (LXCO).

    Published: 2023-06-08
    Length: 50 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: DXCO201
  28. Lenovo XClarity Management Hub for Edge Client Devices
    2023-06-08 | 50 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Lenovo XClarity Management Hub for Edge Client Devices

    This course offers a comprehensive overview and demonstration of the enhanced capability to manage ThinkEdge Client Devices through Lenovo XClarity Management Hub in Lenovo XClarity Orchestrator (LXCO).

    Published: 2023-06-08
    Length: 50 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: DXCO202
  29. Family Portfolio: Intel Edge Servers
    2023-06-07 | 15 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Family Portfolio: Intel Edge Servers

    This course introduces two new Lenovo ThinkEdge servers: the ThinkEdge SE350 V2 and ThinkEdge SE360 V2.
    After completing this course, you will be able to list the Intel edge servers in the Lenovo portfolio, describe the features of each server and determine which server is best suited to a specific environment.

    Published: 2023-06-07
    Length: 15 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: SXXW2510r2
  30. Partner Technical Webinar - Smart Cities with ThinkEdge
    2022-12-13 | 60 minutes | Partners Only
    Details
    Partner Technical Webinar - Smart Cities with ThinkEdge

    In this 60-minute replay, Alejandro Perez, Lenovo Americas Edge Solutions Leader, discussed the Edge applications of Smart Cities, specifically the City of Barcelona. Alejandro reviewed the key uses of the solution and the underlying architecture including the Lenovo SE350, SE450 and Lenovo Open Cloud Automation software.

    Published: 2022-12-13
    Length: 60 minutes

    Start the training:
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: 120922
  31. Technical Champions Webinar: Edge Computing Enables New Possibilities
    2022-12-09 | 64 minutes | Employees Only
    Details
    Technical Champions Webinar: Edge Computing Enables New Possibilities

    The Lenovo launch of both ThinkEdge SE350 and SE450 helps to resolve edge computing requirements and enables new possibilities for a variety of verticals. Join Aaron Shao, Lenovo Edge Product Manager, as he discusses the big picture of edge computing and positioning of the Lenovo ThinkEdge portfolio. Aaron will take a deep dive into the latest news from the most GPU rich edge server in the industry, the Lenovo ThinkEdge SE450. Two outstanding customer stories and their application of Edge computing will also be featured as well.

    Published: 2022-12-09
    Length: 64 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo

    Course code: DTEO101
  32. Family Portfolio: Edge Solutions
    2022-12-06 | 10 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Family Portfolio: Edge Solutions

    This course describes the Lenovo edge solutions. Edge servers, such as the Lenovo ThinkSystem SE350 and ThinkEdge SE450, are used at the edge of an IoT environment, and may be part of an edge solution. Solutions such as those using software from Scale Computing typically use more traditional Lenovo servers.
    After completing this course, you will be able to list the edge solutions in the Lenovo portfolio, describe the features of each solution and determine which solution is best suited to a specific environment.

    Published: 2022-12-06
    Length: 10 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: SXXW1108r4
  33. Technical Champions Webinar: Lenovo Edge Solutions: Unleash the Power of AI Solutions at the Edge
    2022-10-13 | 60 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Technical Champions Webinar: Lenovo Edge Solutions: Unleash the Power of AI Solutions at the Edge

    View this Technical Champions Webinar (recorded October 10, 2022) to learn about Lenovo's Edge solutions. Join Alejandro Perez Quintero as he discusses the elements of Edge computing, the growth of the Edge and the connection with AI.

    This webinar covers:
    - Drivers for Edge Technology
    - Lenovo Edge Solutions
    - Customer use cases

    Published: 2022-10-13
    Length: 60 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: DEDGP100
  34. Partner Technical Webinar - SE450 Overview
    2022-04-11 | 60 minutes | Partners Only
    Details
    Partner Technical Webinar - SE450 Overview

    In this 60-minute replay, Benoit Robert of Lenovo Edge Computing, presented a detailed description of the new ThinkEdge SE450 Edge Server. He compared it to the SE350 and described several customer use cases of the SE450.

    Published: 2022-04-11
    Length: 60 minutes

    Start the training:
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: 040822
  35. Family Portfolio Edge Solutions - SE450 Quick Hit - Video
    2022-02-11 | 3 minutes | Employees and Partners
    Details
    Family Portfolio Edge Solutions - SE450 Quick Hit - Video

    This video Quick Hit introduces the Lenovo ThinkEdge SE450, an edge server ideally suited to AI at the edge because of its processing power and support for GPUs.

    Published: 2022-02-11
    Length: 3 minutes

    Start the training:
    Employee link: Grow@Lenovo
    Partner link: Lenovo Partner Learning

    Course code: SXXW1108r3v

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