Lenovo ThinkSystem SR250 V3 1U Rack Server
The Lenovo ThinkSystem SR250 V3 is a single-socket 1U rack server designed for growing businesses that need reliable performance, scalability, and enterprise-grade management in a compact form factor. This server supports the latest Intel Xeon E-2400 and 6300 Series processors, offering flexible configurations to meet current needs while accommodating future growth.
The SR250 V3 combines high-performance Intel processors with up to 128 GB DDR5 memory and flexible storage options, including support for up to ten 2.5-inch drives or four 3.5-inch drives. It features advanced RAID controllers, dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, optional NVIDIA GPU support, and hot-swap power supplies. Lenovo XClarity Controller 2 (XCC2 ) and Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager simplify monitoring, management, and troubleshooting, making this server ideal for small-to-medium enterprises, retail environments, and distributed IT infrastructures.
Introduction
The SR250 V3 offers a balance of performance, reliability, and manageability for businesses seeking a cost-effective rack server solution. Supporting Intel Xeon E-2400 or 6300 Series processors and Intel Pentium options, this server can scale memory up to 128 GB and accommodates a variety of storage devices, including NVMe SSDs, SATA SSDs, and SAS/SATA HDDs. Dual-port Gigabit Ethernet and PCIe expansion slots ensure network and storage flexibility.
High Performance and Scalability
Serviceability and Availability
Manageability and Security
Energy Efficiency
Conclusion
The Lenovo ThinkSystem SR250 V3 is a versatile and reliable 1U rack server ideal for small to medium-sized enterprises. With high-performance processors, scalable memory, flexible storage options, and advanced management features, it ensures uptime, security, and efficient operation for growing IT infrastructures.
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Specifications![]() | |
| Product Code | 7DCLA00NEA![]() |
| Components | Specification |
| Machine type | 7DCM - 1 year warranty |
| 7DCL - 3 year warranty | |
| Form factor | 1U rack-mount |
| Processor | One Intel processor. Choose from: |
| Intel Xeon 6300 Series processors up to to 8 cores, with core speeds up to 3.6 GHz | |
| Intel Xeon E-2400 Series processors ("Raptor Lake-E") up to to 8 cores, with core speeds up to 3.5 GHz | |
| Intel Pentium G7400 and G7400T processors ("Alder Lake-R") with 2 cores and core speeds up to 3.7 GHz | |
| Chipset | Intel Raptor Lake PCH-S C266 |
| Memory | Four DIMM sockets supporting Lenovo TruDDR5 DIMMs at 4400 MHz (Xeon processors) or 4400 MHz (Pentium processors). Support ECC UDIMMs. |
| Memory maximum | Up to 128 GB using 4x 32 GB UDIMMs. |
| Memory protection | Error-correcting code (ECC) |
| Disk drive bays | Available configurations: |
| 10x 2.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA drive bays | |
| 8x 2.5-inch hot-swap SATA only, or SAS/SATA drive bays | |
| 4x 3.5-inch hot-swap SATA only, or SAS/SATA drive bays | |
| 4x 3.5-inch simple-swap drive bays, all SATA | |
| 4x 3.5-inch simple-swap drive bays, 2x SATA and 2x NVMe | |
| In addition, the SR250 V3 supports two M.2 drives installed in an M.2 adapter which is installed in PCIe slot. | |
| Maximum internal storage | 2.5-inch drives: |
| 76.8TB using 10x 7.68TB SATA 6Gb HS SSDs | |
| 24TB using 10 x 2.4TB 10K 2.5-inch SAS HDDs | |
| 3.5-inch drives: | |
| 88TB using 4x 22TB 3.5-inch SAS HDDs | |
| 30.7TB using 4x 7.68TB 3.5-inch SATA SSDs | |
| Intermix of SAS and SATA is supported. | |
| Storage controller | Software RAID (RAID level 0, 1, 5, and 10): Intel VROC SATA RAID |
| 12 Gb SAS/SATA RAID adapters | |
| 12 Gb SAS/SATA host bus adapters | |
| CFF RAID adapters | |
| Optical drive bays | No support. Use an external optical drive. |
| Tape drive bays | No support |
| Network interfaces | Two integrated Gigabit Ethernet 1000BASE-T ports (RJ-45) based on Broadcom BCM5720 embedded controller, one can be shared with XCC for systems management. Third dedicated Gigabit Ethernet port for XCC systems management. |
| PCI Expansion slots | Two PCIe slots depending on the riser selected: |
| Riser with two x8 slots: | |
| Slot 1: PCIe G4 x8 (x8 slot, open-ended) 25W, half-length, low-profile | |
| Slot 2: PCIe G4 x8 (x16 slot, closed-ended) 50W, half-length, low-profile | |
| Slimline x8 connector (internal): PCIe G3 x4 (x8 slot, closed-ended) 25W, half-length, low-profile | |
| Riser with one x16 slot: | |
| Slot 1: Not connected | |
| Slot 2: PCIe G5 x16 (x16 slot, closed-ended) 75W, half-length, half-height to support PCIe x16 card, such as GPU | |
| Slimline x8 connector (internal): PCIe G3 x4 (x8 slot, closed-ended) 25W, half-length, low-profile | |
| Note: Slimline x8 connector to support onboard NVMe (PCIe 4.0) or CFF RAID card | |
| Ports | Front: |
| One USB 3.2 G1 (5 Gb/s) port | |
| One USB 2.0 port (also for XClarity Mobile connectivity for local systems management) | |
| Optional VGA port | |
| Rear: | |
| Two USB 3.2 G1 (5 Gb/s) ports | |
| One VGA video | |
| One RJ-45 systems management network port | |
| Two RJ-45 GbE network ports | |
| One serial port | |
| Cooling | Four non-hot-swap system fans |
| Power supply | Model dependent choices: |
| One fixed 300W power supply, 80 PLUS Gold certified | |
| Two hot-swap 800W redundant power supplies, 80 PLUS Platinum or Titanium certified, Energy Star and ErP Lot 9 compliant (Energy Star and ErP Lot 9 only with Intel Xeon processors) | |
| Hot-swap parts | Hard drives and hot-swap power supplies |
| Systems management | Operator panel with status LEDs. XClarity Controller 2 (XCC2) embedded management, XClarity Administrator centralized infrastructure delivery, XClarity Integrator plugins, and XClarity Energy Manager centralized server power management. Optional XCC2 platinum to enable premium functions. |
| Security features | Power-on password, administrator's password, Trusted Platform Module, supporting TPM 2.0. Optional lockable front bezel for physical security. |
| Video | G200 graphics with 16 MB memory, integrated into the XCC2. For use with local Administrator functions (not designed for workstation use). Maximum resolution is 1920x1200 32bpp at 60Hz. |
| Operating systems supported | Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi. See the Operating system section for specifics. |
| Dimensions | Width: 434.4 mm (17.1 in.), height: 43 mm (1.7 in.), depth: 561 mm (22.1 in.). See Physical specifications for details. |
| Weight | Maximum configuration: 12.3 kg (27.1 lb) (3.5" config) or 11.44 kg (2.5" config). |
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