| Supported Versions | SR860 V2 and V3 Dual Versions |
|---|---|
| Product Condition | Brand New Original |
| Product Series | ThinkSystem Networking Optimized Edition |
| Chassis Height | 4U Standard Rack |
| Processor Support | 2nd to 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable |
| Socket Count | 4 Processor Sockets |
| Memory Technology | DDR4-3200 (V2)/DDR5-4800 (V3) |
| Max Memory | 6TB (V2)/12TB (V3) |
| DIMM Slots | 48 (V2)/96 (V3) |
| Networking Features | Professional Networking Optimization |
| NIC Support | OCP 3.0 Standard |
| Transfer Speed | 25/100/200GbE Optional |
| Controller Type | SAS-3 12Gb (V2)/SAS-4 24Gb (V3) |
| Drive Interface | SAS/SATA/NVMe |
| Max Storage | Up to 48x 2.5" Drives |
| RAID Levels | 0,1,5,6,10,50,60 |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 4.0 (V2)/PCIe 5.0 (V3) |
| PCIe Slots | Up to 20 (V2)/28 (V3) |
| Management System | XClarity Controller |
| Remote Management | Out-of-Band, Redfish Support |
| Security Features | TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, Firmware Protection |
| Power Configuration | Hot-swap Redundant PSU |
| Power Efficiency | 80 PLUS Platinum |
| Cooling Technology | Intelligent Air Cooling System |
| Fan Design | N+1 Redundant Fans |
| Chassis Dimensions | 175×447×800mm |
| Supported OS | Windows Server, Linux, VMware |
| Virtualization Platforms | VMware, Hyper-V, KVM |
| Networking Applications | SDN, NFV, Cloud Networking |
| Backward Compatibility | Full Downward Compatibility |
Engineer's Note: The Lenovo ThinkSystem SR860 V2/V3 is a 4U rack platform built around current-generation scalable compute, built on DDR4-3200 (V2)/DDR5-4800 (V3). It is sized for virtualization consolidation and private cloud hosts where memory capacity is as decisive as raw compute.
1. 4U form factor: the chassis height sets the expansion budget — full-height PCIe slots for GPUs and HCAs, and drive bays for local boot or cache tiers. It determines how the platform evolves over its 5–7 year service life.
2. Storage architecture: RAID via 0,1,5,6,10,50,60. The controller and bay layout decide whether the box becomes an all-NVMe compute node or a capacity-oriented storage server. Either way, hot-swap carriers mean drive replacements happen without downtime.
3. Deployment fit: the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR860 V2/V3 is typically deployed as virtualization consolidation and private cloud hosts. Its subsystem balance — compute, memory, storage, and networking in proportion — is what separates a purpose-built node from a general-purpose box that excels at nothing.
4. Lifecycle economics: enterprise servers depreciate over 5+ years, and the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR860 V2/V3 is designed for that horizon — serviceable components, firmware support, and spare parts availability. Buying through the refurbished channel shifts the cost curve down without shortening the useful life.
5. Deployment fit: the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR860 V2/V3 is typically deployed as virtualization consolidation and private cloud hosts. Its subsystem balance — compute, memory, storage, and networking in proportion — is what separates a purpose-built node from a general-purpose box that excels at nothing.
When the requirement is virtualization consolidation and private cloud hosts, the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR860 V2/V3 is engineered so no single subsystem bottlenecks the rest. the storage layer protects data integrity, and the management plane keeps operational overhead flat as you scale. Each unit is fully tested before dispatch, and our team supports bulk deployments with configuration guidance and consolidated pricing.
Q: Can this server be shipped internationally?
A: Yes, we ship worldwide with export-compliant packaging. Transit insurance and appropriate power cables for your region are included on request.
Q: Does it come with an OS installed?
A: Units ship hardware-tested without an OS by default. We can pre-install common enterprise Linux distributions or VMware ESXi on request — specify your preference in the quote form.
Q: Is it new or refurbished? What warranty applies?
A: Both new and fully tested refurbished units are available; condition is shown on the listing. All servers ship with a one-year warranty and have been stress-tested (compute, memory, storage, and thermal) before dispatch.
Q: Can the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR860 V2/V3 be customized to my requirements?
A: Yes. Processor count, memory population, storage layout, and networking can be configured to order. Tell us your workload in the quote form and our engineers will propose a balanced configuration with room to grow.
Q: What management features does it include?
A: The platform includes an out-of-band management controller (remote console, health telemetry, firmware updates) standard on this generation, so hardware can be administered without an OS or a site visit.