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  • Page 1 User Guide for ThinkAgile HX1321 Node ThinkAgile HX3321 Node Machine Types: 7Y89, 7Z04...
  • Page 2 Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the safety information and the safety instructions, which are available at: http://thinksystem.lenovofiles.com/help/index.jsp?topic=%2Fsafety_documentation%2Fpdf_files.html In addition, be sure that you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the Lenovo warranty for your server, which can be found at: https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/us/zh/warrantylookup Second Edition (June 2019) ©...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 7. Installing and setting up technical assistance ..93 Lenovo XClarity Integrator..41 Appendix C. Trademarks ..95 Deploying Lenovo XClarity Integrator for VMware vCenter .
  • Page 4 User Guide for ThinkAgile HX1321 Node ThinkAgile HX3321 Node...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Note: A Nutanix cluster requires a minimum of three or more servers. The best practice is to use servers of the same machine type and configuration to provide a balanced and high-performance solution. In addition, the server is designed to utilize the Lenovo system management tools to create a unified hardware management solution for Nutanix deployments: •...

  • Page 6: Typical Nutanix Architecture

    However, some specialized systems might be used in conjunction, such as “-C” nodes. In addition, 1–node and 2–node clusters are supported using ThinkAgile HX1321 Series nodes. Lastly, a 1–node replication target is possible, using the ThinkAgile HX1521-R.

  • Page 7: Identifying Your Server

    For customers who do not require prebundled Nutanix software licenses or deployment services, Lenovo offers another fully validated and certified choice: the Lenovo ThinkAgile HX Certified Node, which includes: • Fully validated and integrated Lenovo hardware and firmware, certified with Nutanix software •...

  • Page 8: Specifications

    • Thermal Design Power (TDP): up to 205 watts For more important information about the processor, refer to “Important information for system board, processor, and heat sink” on page 9. For a list of supported processors, see: http://static.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/index.shtml User Guide for ThinkAgile HX1321 Node ThinkAgile HX3321 Node...
  • Page 9 Notes: – NVMe drives means Non-Volatile Memory express drives. – Only use M.2 drives provided by Lenovo. – 480 GB M.2 drives are only supported on M.2 backplane with two M.2 drive slots. – The backplane for ten 2.5-inch hot-swap NVMe drives is supported only when the following configuration requirements are met: –...
  • Page 10 Table 1. Server specifications (continued) Specification Description Input/Output (I/ • Front panel: O) features – One VGA connector (available on some models) – One XClarity Controller USB 2.0 connector – One USB 3.0 connector • Rear panel: – One VGA connector –...
  • Page 11 Table 1. Server specifications (continued) Specification Description Electrical input • Sine-wave input (50–60 Hz) required • Input voltage low range: – Minimum: 100 V ac – Maximum: 127 V ac • Input voltage high range: – Minimum: 200 V ac –...
  • Page 12 Table 1. Server specifications (continued) Specification Description • Two power supplies are installed. • NVMe drive is not installed. • NVMe PCIe flash adapter is not installed. • P2000 GPU is not installed. • No P4 GPU is installed in PCIe slot 1. •...
  • Page 13 Important information for system board, processor, and heat sink There are two types of system board for your server: • Left: System board with large lift handle • Right: System board with small lift handle Figure 3. Two types of system board There are two shape types of heat sink for your server: •...

  • Page 14: Management Options

    Lenovo XClarity Administrator provides a central interface to perform the following functions for all managed endpoints: • Manage and monitor hardware. Lenovo XClarity Administrator provides agent-free hardware management.
  • Page 15 Configuration settings (such as local storage, I/O adapters, boot settings, firmware, ports, and Lenovo XClarity Controller and UEFI settings) are saved as a server pattern that can be applied to one or more managed servers. When the server patterns are updated, the changes are automatically deployed to the applied servers.
  • Page 16 User Guide for ThinkAgile HX1321 Node ThinkAgile HX3321 Node...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2. Server Components

    VGA connector (available on some models) Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a VGA connector. Pull-out information tab The XClarity Controller network access label is attached on the pull-out information tab. © Copyright Lenovo 2018, 2019...
  • Page 18 XClarity Controller USB connector Depending on the setting, this connector supports USB 2.0 function, XClarity Controller management function, or both. • If the connector is set for USB 2.0 function, you can attach a device that requires a USB 2.0 connection, such as a keyboard, a mouse, or a USB storage device.

  • Page 19: Operator Information Panel

    Each time you press the system ID button, the state of both the system ID LEDs changes. The LEDs can be changed to on, blinking, or off. You can also use the Lenovo XClarity...

  • Page 20: Rear View

    Controller or a remote management program to change the state of the system ID LEDs to assist in visually locating the server among other servers. If the XClarity Controller USB connector is set to have both the USB 2.0 function and XClarity Controller management function, you can press the system ID button for three seconds to switch between the two functions.
  • Page 21 The hot-swap redundant power supplies help you avoid significant interruption to the operation of the system when a power supply fails. You can purchase a power supply option from Lenovo and install the power supply to provide power redundancy without turning off the server.
  • Page 22 Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a VGA connector. XClarity Controller network connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable to manage the system using XClarity Controller. Ethernet connectors on LOM adapter (available on some models) The LOM adapter provides two or four extra Ethernet connectors for network connections.
  • Page 23 The hot-swap redundant power supplies help you avoid significant interruption to the operation of the system when a power supply fails. You can purchase a power supply option from Lenovo and install the power supply to provide power redundancy without turning off the server.
  • Page 24 The hot-swap redundant power supplies help you avoid significant interruption to the operation of the system when a power supply fails. You can purchase a power supply option from Lenovo and install the power supply to provide power redundancy without turning off the server.
  • Page 25 USB 3.0 connectors (2) Used to attach a device that requires a USB 2.0 or 3.0 connection, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, or USB storage device. VGA connector Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a VGA connector.

  • Page 26: Rear View Leds

    Figure 12. Shipping bracket removal To install the shipping bracket, align the two handles with the system error LED hole and system ID LED hole and insert the shipping bracket into the rear of the server until it is firmly installed. Figure 13.
  • Page 27 Figure 14. Rear view LEDs Table 7. LEDs on the rear view of the server Ethernet link LED Ethernet activity LED Power input LED Power output LED Power supply error LED System error LED System ID LED Ethernet link LED Ethernet activity LED The XClarity Controller network connector has two status LEDs.

  • Page 28: System Board Components

    Each time you press the system ID button, the state of both the system ID LEDs changes. The LEDs can be changed to on, blinking, or off. You can also use the Lenovo XClarity Controller or a remote management program to change the state of the system ID LEDs to assist in visually locating the server among other servers.

  • Page 29: System Board Leds

    /TPM connector (for China only) Processor 1 socket DIMM slots (24) System fan 1 connector System fan 2 connector System fan 3 connector System fan 4 connector System fan 5 connector System fan 6 connector System fan 7 connector Processor 2 socket Front-backplane power connector NVMe 2-3 connector NVMe 0-1 connector...

  • Page 30: Parts List

    Use the parts list to identify each of the components that are available for your server. For more information about ordering the parts shown in Figure 17 “Server components” on page 27: ThinkAgile HX1321 (7Y89) https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/us/en/products/solutions-and-software/thinkagile-hx/hx1321/7y89/parts ThinkAgile HX1321 (7Z04) https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/us/en/products/solutions-and-software/thinkagile-hx/hx1321/7z04/parts ThinkAgile HX3321 (7Y89) https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/us/en/products/solutions-and-software/thinkagile-hx/hx3321/7y89/parts...
  • Page 31 Tier 1 CRU at your request with no service agreement, you will be charged for the installation. • Tier 2 customer replaceable unit: You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or request Lenovo to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for your server.
  • Page 32 Table 8. Parts listing Index Description Tier 1 CRU Tier 2 CRU Consumable and Structural parts Top cover √ Air baffle √ RAID adapter on the system board √ LOM adapter √ Riser 1 bracket (two low-profile slots) √ Riser 2 bracket (one low-profile slot) √...
  • Page 33 Table 8. Parts listing (continued) Index Description Tier 1 CRU Tier 2 CRU Consumable and Structural parts System fan √ Backplane for server models with ten 2.5- √ inch drive bays Backplane for server models with eight 2.5- √ inch drive bays Backplane for server models with four 3.5- √...

  • Page 34: Power Cords

    Several power cords are available, depending on the country and region where the server is installed. To view the power cords that are available for the server: 1. Go to: http://dcsc.lenovo.com/ 2. Click Software Defined Infrastructure. 3. Under ThinkAgile HX Series, click Learn more.

  • Page 35: Chapter 3. Network/Infrastructure Planning

    Physical Adapters VMkernel Adapter vSwitch 0 vSwitch 1 VLAN Name VLAN ID VLAN Portgroup Assigned vSwitch VMKernel vMotion Provision- Manage- vSphere vSphere Adapter Logging ment Replica- Replica- Services tion tion NFC Adapter 1 Adapter 2 © Copyright Lenovo 2018, 2019...
  • Page 36 User Guide for ThinkAgile HX1321 Node ThinkAgile HX3321 Node...

  • Page 37: Chapter 4. Server Setup Checklist

    For more information, see Chapter 5 “Installing and configuring a cluster on ThinkAgile HX Series servers” on page 37. 4. Connect the Lenovo XClarity Controller to the management network. See “Set the network connection for the Lenovo XClarity Controller” on page 35.

  • Page 38: Cable The Server

    Note: Items marked with asterisk (*) are available on some models only. • Server • Rail kit*. Detailed instructions for installing the rail kit are provided in the package with the rail kit. • Cable management arm* • Material box, including items such as accessory kit, power cords* and documentation Cable the server Attach all external cables to the server.

  • Page 39: Power On The Server

    Power off the server The server remains in a standby state when it is connected to a power source, allowing the Lenovo XClarity Controller to respond to remote power-on requests. To remove all power from the server (power status LED off), you must disconnect all power cables.
  • Page 40 (once every couple of seconds). To connect using the Lenovo XClarity Administrator Mobile app: 1. Connect the USB cable of your mobile device to the Lenovo XClarity Administrator USB connector on the front panel. 2. On your mobile device, enable USB tethering.

  • Page 41: Chapter 5. Installing And Configuring A Cluster On Thinkagile Hx Series Servers

    • All ThinkAgile HX Series servers must be connected to a network that is reachable from the host where the Foundation tool is running. Note: This includes both the Lenovo XClarity Controller connections, as well as the data connections (10Gb, 25Gb, etc.) •...
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  • Page 43: Chapter 6. Installing And Setting Up Lenovo Xclarity Administrator

    Deploying Lenovo XClarity Administrator Use this information to deploy Lenovo XClarity Administrator Before you begin, make sure that you download the Lenovo XClarity Administrator from Lenovo. Refer to the ThinkAgile HX Series Best Recipe to determine the correct version to be downloaded.
  • Page 44 Information about managing servers from Lenovo XClarity Administrator is available at: http://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/com.lenovo.lxca.doc/server_manage.html Step 4. Optionally, add the rack to Lenovo XClarity Administrator that manages the ThinkAgile HX1321, and HX3321 Series servers. Information about adding rack views to Lenovo XClarity Administrator is available at: http://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/com.lenovo.lxca.doc/racks_manage.html...

  • Page 45: Chapter 7. Installing And Setting Up Lenovo Xclarity Integrator

    ESXi hypervisor. Lenovo XClarity Integrator for VMware vCenter expands the management capabilities of VMware vCenter by integrating Lenovo hardware management functionality. Lenovo XClarity Integrator is used to perform the following functions for the ThinkAgile HX1321, and HX3321 Series cluster: •...
  • Page 46 Note: Make sure that you connect to VMware vCenter Server Appliance using port 9443 when you are working with Lenovo XClarity Integrator. Information about configuring Lenovo XClarity Integrator is available at: http://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/com.lenovo.lxci_vcenter.doc/vcenter_install_config_lxci.html Step 4. Manage the cluster by requesting access to the BMC of each of the servers in the cluster.

  • Page 47: Chapter 8. Hardware Replacement Procedures

    “Working inside the server with the power on” on page 45. • Make sure the components you are installing are supported by the server. For a list of supported optional components for the server, see http://static.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/index.shtml © Copyright Lenovo 2018, 2019...

  • Page 48: System Reliability Guidelines

    For downloading firmware updates for your server, go to https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht507044 Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated code updates. If the component is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.

  • Page 49: Working Inside The Server With The Power On

    • When the server comes with redundant power, a power supply must be installed in each power-supply bay. • Adequate space around the server must be spared to allow server cooling system to work properly. Leave approximately 50 mm (2.0 in.) of open space around the front and rear of the server. Do not place any object in front of the fans.
  • Page 50 • While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted metal surface on the outside of the server for at least two seconds. This drains static electricity from the package and from your body. • Remove the device from the package and install it directly into the server without putting it down. If it is necessary to put the device down, put it back into the static-protective package.

  • Page 51: Hot-Swap Drive Replacement

    Hot-swap drive replacement Follow these instructions to replace a front HDD/SSD in theThinkAgile HX1321, and HX3321 Series server. Each ThinkAgile HX1321, and HX3321 Series server supports solid-state-drives (SSDs) and hard-disk-drives (HDDs). As user data are striped across these drives, they are referred to as data drives. While a node might be able to self-correct for a data drive failure, it does lead to system degradation.

  • Page 52: Install A Hot-Swap Drive

    Figure 19. 3.5-inch hot-swap drive removal After removing a hot-swap drive: 1. Install the drive filler or a new drive to cover the drive bay. See “Install a hot-swap drive” on page 48. 2. If you are instructed to return the old hot-swap drive, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are provided.

  • Page 53: Hot-Swap Power Supply Replacement

    To install a hot-swap drive, complete the following steps: Step 1. Install the hot-swap drive. Figure 21. 3.5-inch hot-swap drive installation Ensure that the drive tray handle is in the open position. Slide the drive into the drive bay until it snaps into position.

  • Page 54: Remove A Hot-Swap Power Supply

    A failed power supply unit is indicated by: • The amber warning LED on node front panel is illuminated. • The Lenovo XClarity Controller Web interface shows a power supply alert. • The Lenovo XClarity Administrator Web console shows a power supply alert.
  • Page 55 DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. • Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. •...
  • Page 56 NEVER CONNECT AND DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE AND EQUIPMENT WHILE YOUR EQUIPMENT IS POWERED ON WITH DC SUPPLY (hot-plugging). Otherwise you may damage the equipment and result in data loss, the damages and losses result from incorrect operation of the equipment will not be covered by the manufacturers’...
  • Page 57 • The amber warning LED on node front panel is illuminated. • The Lenovo XClarity Controller Web interface shows a power supply alert. • The Lenovo XClarity Administrator Web console shows a power supply alert.
  • Page 58 Figure 23. CMA adjustment Press down the stop bracket and rotate it to the open position. Rotate the CMA out of the way to gain access to the power supply. Step 2. Disconnect the power cord from the hot-swap power supply. Note: If you are replacing two power supplies, do the power supply replacement one by one to ensure that the power supply to the server is not interrupted.

  • Page 59: Install A Hot-Swap Power Supply

    • Ensure that the devices that you are installing are supported. For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/ Notes: • Ensure that the two power supplies installed on the server have the same wattage.
  • Page 60 • If you are replacing the existing power supply with a new power supply of different wattage, attach the power rating label that comes with this option onto the existing label on the top cover near the power supply. Figure 25. Hot-swap power supply label on the cover S035 CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has this label attached.
  • Page 61 DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. • Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. •...
  • Page 62 CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has this label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician.
  • Page 63 To Connect: To Disconnect: 1. Turn OFF all power sources and equipment that is to 1. Turn OFF all power sources and equipment that is to be attached to this product. be attached to this product. 2. Attach signal cables to the product. •...
  • Page 64 • The amber warning LED on node front panel is off. • The green indicator light on each power supply is illuminated. • No errors are shown in the Lenovo XClarity Controller. User Guide for ThinkAgile HX1321 Node ThinkAgile HX3321 Node...

  • Page 65: System Fan Replacement

    A failed chassis fan is indicated by: • The amber warning LED on node front panel is illuminated. • The Lenovo XClarity Controller Web interface shows a system fan alert. • The Lenovo XClarity Administrator Web console shows a system fan alert.

  • Page 66: Install A System Fan

    Figure 29. System fan removal Step 1. Grasp the fan tabs on both ends of the system fan. Step 2. Lift the system fan out of the server. After removing the system fan, complete the following steps: 1. Install a new system fan. See “Install a system fan” on page 62. 2.
  • Page 67 • The error LED for the replaced system fan is off. • The amber warning LED on node front panel is off. • No error is shown in the Lenovo XClarity Controller Web interface. • No error is shown in the Lenovo XClarity Administrator Web console.

  • Page 68: Raid Adapter (Hba) Replacement

    RAID adapter (HBA) replacement Use this information to remove and install the HBA on the system board. A node may be able to self-correct for other adapter card errors, however, a failed HBA can lead to system degradation and should be quickly addressed. Note: The ThinkAgile HX3321 contains only one HBA adapter.

  • Page 69: Install The Raid Adapter

    Figure 31. RAID adapter removal Step 1. Slide the left-side latch to the unlocked position. Step 2. Push and hold the right-side latch in the direction as shown. Step 3. Grasp the RAID adapter by its edges and carefully remove it from the RAID adapter slot on the system board.

  • Page 70: Lom Adapter Replacement

    – If the LSI HBA card is not present, ensure the card is properly connected. If the card is still not detected, contact Lenovo Support. – If the system fails to boot from the boot drive after replacing the HBA, verify the option ROM is turned off for the HBA adapter.

  • Page 71: Remove The Lom Adapter

    • Guest VM performance degrades. • Guest VMs, the vSphere Web console, and nCLIi are unavailable. • VM migration fails with an error message, such as: The migration was cancelled because the amount of changing memory for the VM was greater than the available network bandwidth Remove the LOM adapter Use this information to remove the LOM adapter.

  • Page 72: Install The Lom Adapter

    If you are instructed to return the old LOM adapter, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are provided. Install the LOM adapter Use this information to install the LOM adapter. “Read the “Power off “ATTENTION: installation the server Static Sensitive Device Guidelines”...

  • Page 73: Pcie Adapter Replacement

    • All network ports are fully functional. PCIe adapter replacement Use this information to remove and install a PCIe adapter. ThinkAgile HX1321, and HX3321 Series appliances can support up to eight network ports; two or four 10 GbE ports (up to two NICs), and two or four 10 GbE ports on the LOM adapter, connected to the system board.

  • Page 74: Install A Pcie Adapter

    Table 11. PCIe adapter removal Figure 36. Riser 1 assembly (LP Figure 35. Riser 1 assembly (LP+LP) +FHHL) Figure 37. Riser 2 assembly (LP) Step 1. (Skip this step for riser 2 assembly.) Pivot the latch on the riser bracket to the open position. Step 2.

  • Page 75: Dimm Replacement

    Table 12. PCIe adapter installation Figure 38. Riser 1 assembly (LP Figure 39. Riser 1 assembly (LP +LP) +FHHL) Figure 40. Riser 2 assembly (LP) Step 2. (Skip this step for riser 2 assembly.) Pivot the latch on the riser bracket to the closed position. After installing the PCIe adapter on the riser assembly: 1.

  • Page 76: Remove A Dimm

    – Handle DIMMs with care: never bend, twist, or drop a DIMM. Before removing a DIMM: 1. Identify the failed DIMM by either checking the event logs in UEFI setup or use the Lenovo XClarity Controller Web console to browse the post event log. The event log contains information about the location of the DIMM fault.

  • Page 77: Dimm Installation Rules

    Figure 41. DIMM removal Step 1. Open the retaining clips on each end of the DIMM slot. Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM slots, handle the clips gently. Step 2. Grasp the DIMM at both ends and carefully lift it up to remove it from the slot. After removing a DIMM: 1.
  • Page 78 (CPU1) is installed. Notes: • If there are three identical DIMMs to be installed for CPU1, and the three DIMMs have the same Lenovo part number, move the DIMM to be installed in slot 8 to slot 1. User Guide for ThinkAgile HX1321 Node ThinkAgile HX3321 Node...
  • Page 79 • If there are ten identical DIMMs to be installed for CPU1, and the ten DIMMs have the same Lenovo part number, move the DIMM to be installed in slot 6 to slot 12. Table 13. Independent mode with one processor...
  • Page 80 Table 14. Independent mode with two processors (continued) Total Processor 2 Processor 1 Total DIMMs 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 1 DIMMs 18 17 16 15 18 17 16 15 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 18 17 16 15 14 13...
  • Page 81 Table 16. Mirroring mode with two processors Total Processor 2 Processor 1 Total DIMMs 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 1 DIMMs 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 12 11 10 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15...

  • Page 82: Install A Dimm

    The following table shows the DIMM population sequence for rank sparing mode when two processors (CPU1 and CPU2) are installed. Table 18. Rank sparing mode with two processors Total Processor 2 Processor 1 Total DIMMs 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 1 DIMMs 18 17...
  • Page 83 • No errors are displayed in the Nutanix Prism Web console. • The system boots successfully with no POST errors. • No errors are displayed in the Lenovo XClarity Controller interface. • No errors are displayed in the Lenovo XClarity Administrator •...

  • Page 84: M.2 Backplane And M.2 Drive Replacement

    M.2 backplane and M.2 drive replacement An assembled M.2 backplane and M.2 drive is also known as M.2 module. Lenovo support may ask that the M.2 module or M.2 backplane and M.2 drive be replaced. Remove the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive Use this information to remove the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive.

  • Page 85: Adjust The Retainer On The M.2 Backplane

    Figure 45. M.2 drive removal Press both sides of the retainer Slide the retainer backward to loosen the M.2 drive from the M.2 backplane. Note: If the M.2 backplane has two M.2 drives, they will both release outward when you slide the retainer backward.

  • Page 86: Install The M.2 Backplane And M.2 Drive

    Figure 46. M.2 retainer adjustment Step 1. Press both sides of the retainer Step 2. Move the retainer forward until it is in the large opening of the keyhole. Step 3. Take the retainer out of the keyhole. Step 4. Insert the retainer into the correct keyhole.
  • Page 87 Slot 0 Slot 1 Figure 47. M.2 drive slot Note: 480 GB M.2 drives are only supported on M.2 backplane with two M.2 drive slots. To install the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive, complete the following steps: Figure 48. M.2 drive installation Step 1.
  • Page 88 3. Install the node back into the rack and reconnect all cables. 4. Power on the node. 5. Exit maintenance mode. 6. Use the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager to configure the RAID. For more information, see: User Guide for ThinkAgile HX1321 Node ThinkAgile HX3321 Node...
  • Page 89 http://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/LXPM/RAID_setup.html 7. Verify that the M.2 module is replaced successfully: • The amber warning light on the node front panel is off. • The system boots successfully with no POST errors or other errors. Chapter 8 Hardware replacement procedures...
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  • Page 91: Chapter 9. Updating Firmware

    Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) operating system distributions. Machine-type-specific firmware-only UXSPs are also available. See the following table to determine the best Lenovo tool to use for installing and setting up the firmware: © Copyright Lenovo 2018, 2019...
  • Page 92 Additional information about using Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager to update firmware is available http://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/index.jsp?topic=%2FLXPM%2Fplatform_update.html • Lenovo XClarity Controller If you need to install a specific update, you can use the Lenovo XClarity Controller interface for a specific server. Notes: – To perform an in-band update through Windows or Linux, the operating system driver must be installed and the Ethernet-over-USB (sometimes called LAN over USB) interface must be enabled.
  • Page 93 Lenovo XClarity Administrator monitors changes to the inventory for those endpoints and flags any endpoints that are out of compliance. Specific details about updating firmware using Lenovo XClarity Administrator are available at: http://sysmgt.lenovofiles.com/help/index.jsp?topic=%2Fcom.lenovo.lxca.doc%2Fupdate_fw.html Chapter 9 Updating firmware...
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  • Page 95: Appendix A. Configuration Procedures

    Appendix A. Configuration procedures Lenovo recommends the following UEFI settings for Lenovo ThinkAgile HX Series appliances. The following procedure will configure the systems to the recommended levels: 1. Set UEFI to default settings: OneCli config loaddefault UEFI 2. Set the following values: OneCli config set BootModes.SystemBootMode "Legacy Mode"...
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  • Page 97: Appendix B. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    Appendix B. Getting help and technical assistance If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about Lenovo products use the Lenovo Support Plan for ThinkAgile HX. Details for the ThinkAgile HX Support Plan are available at: ThinkAgile HX Support Plan ©...
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  • Page 99: Appendix C. Trademarks

    Intel and Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2018 Lenovo. © Copyright Lenovo 2018, 2019...
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  • Page 101: Index

    ID label hot-swap power supply installation removing guidelines DIMMs installation guidelines hard disk drive installing HBA on the system board DIMM hot-swap drive hard disk drive LOM adapter hot-swap drive system fan hot-swap power supply © Copyright Lenovo 2018, 2019...
  • Page 102 removing, DIMMs system board components replacing system board LED DIMM system fan hard disk drive installing HBA on the system board removing hot-swap drive replacing hot-swap power supply system reliability guidelines LOM adapter M.2 backplane and M.2 drive PCIe adapter system fan retainer on M.2 backplane trademarks...

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