Lenovo ThinkSystem SR685a Rack Server

Lenovo ThinkSystem SR685a Rack Server (Advance CTO, Please Enquire for Further Information) - Local Warranty

Accelerated Enterprise Server for AI and High-Performance Computing

Lenovo ThinkSystem SR685a Rack Server is an advanced enterprise computing platform engineered for artificial intelligence, machine learning, high-performance computing (HPC), analytics, and GPU-accelerated workloads. Designed for modern data centers and AI infrastructure deployments, the SR685a delivers exceptional compute density and scalability for demanding workloads.

Optimized for AI, Deep Learning and Accelerated Applications

The Lenovo ThinkSystem SR685a supports compute-intensive applications including AI model training, generative AI, machine learning, simulation, rendering, scientific computing, and advanced analytics. Its accelerated architecture enables organizations to efficiently process large datasets and support next-generation AI initiatives.

Flexible Configure-To-Order Platform for Enterprise Infrastructure

As an Advance CTO (Configure-To-Order) solution, the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR685a Rack Server provides customizable configurations including processors, GPU accelerators, memory, storage, networking, and expansion options. Organizations can tailor infrastructure according to AI clusters, HPC deployments, virtualization, and analytics environments.

Built for Modern AI and Data Center Environments

Designed for enterprises, research institutions, AI labs, universities, and service providers, the ThinkSystem SR685a provides scalable infrastructure for accelerated computing environments. Its rack-mounted design supports efficient deployment while maintaining enterprise-grade reliability and performance.

Technical Specifications

General
Model: ThinkSystem SR685a V3
Product Name: Lenovo ThinkSystem SR685a Rack Server
Server Type: GPU Optimized Rack Server
Form Factor: 8U Rack Server
Deployment: AI, HPC, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Analytics, Enterprise Compute
Configuration Type: Advanced CTO (Configure-To-Order)
Processor Platform: AMD EPYC™ 9004 Series Processors
Architecture: Enterprise AI / Accelerated Computing Platform
Target Workloads: AI Training, AI Inferencing, HPC Simulation, VDI, Virtualization, Rendering, Scientific Computing

Processor Specifications
Processor Support: Up to 2 x AMD EPYC™ 9004 Series CPUs
Maximum CPU Cores: Up to 128 Cores per Processor
Maximum Total Cores: Up to 256 Cores
CPU Socket Type: SP5
Processor Generation: AMD EPYC Genoa / Bergamo Platform
Maximum TDP Support: Up to 400W per CPU

GPU Acceleration Support
GPU Support: Up to 8 x Double Width GPUs
Supported GPU Types:
• NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPU
• NVIDIA H200 GPU
• NVIDIA L40S GPU
• NVIDIA RTX Enterprise GPUs
• AI / HPC Accelerators

GPU Interconnect: High-bandwidth GPU communication architecture
AI Optimization: Supported
Deep Learning Optimization: Supported
Generative AI Workloads: Supported

Memory Specifications
Memory Technology: DDR5 ECC RDIMM
Memory Slots: Up to 24 DIMM Slots
Maximum Memory Capacity: Up to 6TB
Memory Speed: Up to 4800 MT/s (processor dependent)
Memory Protection: ECC Supported

Storage Specifications
Drive Bay Support: Flexible CTO Configuration
Supported Drive Types:
• NVMe SSD
• SAS SSD
• SATA SSD
• HDD

Maximum Internal Storage: Configurable depending on build
RAID Support: Supported
Hot-Swap Drives: Supported

Expansion & PCIe
PCIe Generation: PCIe Gen5
Expansion Slots: Multiple PCIe Gen5 Slots (configuration dependent)
GPU Expansion: High-density accelerator support
Network Expansion: OCP and PCIe network options supported

Networking
Network Interface: CTO Dependent
Supported Networking Options:
• Ethernet Adapters
• High-Speed AI Networking
• InfiniBand Support
• OCP Networking Modules

Remote Management: Lenovo XClarity Controller
Out-of-Band Management: Supported

Cooling & Thermal Design
Cooling Type: Enterprise High Performance Air Cooling
Thermal Optimization: GPU Optimized Airflow Design
High Density Compute Support: Yes
Redundant Cooling: Supported

Power Specifications
Power Supply Type: Redundant Hot-Swap Power Supply Units
Power Redundancy: Supported
Power Efficiency: 80 PLUS Platinum / Titanium (configuration dependent)

Management & Security
Management Platform: Lenovo XClarity Controller 2 (XCC2)
Remote Monitoring: Supported
Firmware Management: Supported
Server Health Monitoring: Supported
Secure Boot: Supported
TPM Security: Supported
Encryption Support: Supported

Virtualization Support
Supported Hypervisors:
• VMware vSphere
• Microsoft Hyper-V
• Red Hat Virtualization
• Linux KVM

Cloud Deployment: Supported
Container Platforms: Kubernetes Ready

Operating System Compatibility
Supported Operating Systems:
• Microsoft Windows Server
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• Ubuntu Server
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
• VMware ESXi

Design & Construction
Form Factor: 8U Rack Mount
Rack Compatibility: Standard Enterprise Rack
Deployment Environment: Data Center / AI Cluster / HPC Environment
Construction: Enterprise Grade Server Chassis

Performance & Features
GPU dense architecture optimized for AI workloads
Supports up to eight enterprise GPUs
Designed for generative AI and LLM deployments
Optimized for HPC and accelerated computing
PCIe Gen5 architecture for high-speed expansion
Large memory capacity for AI datasets
High-performance AMD EPYC compute platform
Enterprise-grade management and monitoring

Package Contents
Lenovo ThinkSystem SR685a Rack Server Chassis
Power Supply Units (configuration dependent)
Rail Kit (optional)
Documentation
CTO Components based on final build

Key Features
8U GPU optimized enterprise server
Supports up to 8 GPUs
AMD EPYC 9004 processor platform
DDR5 ECC memory support
PCIe Gen5 expansion
AI and HPC ready architecture
Enterprise remote management
Advanced CTO configurable deployment

Typical Use Cases
AI model training
Large language models (LLM)
Machine learning inference
Scientific simulation
HPC clusters
Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)
Enterprise virtualization
Data analytics platforms
Generative AI environments

How to Configurate Server?

Step 1:
What is the Server Form Factor? Tower or Rackmount Server?
What is the number of CPU Core or Ram or HDD usable size require?
What is the number of CPU Processor? 1S or 2S or 4S?
What is the RAID Configuration? Any specific HDD or SSD? 7.2K or 10K?
What is the specific NIC is required? Base-T 1G or SFP+? Or Fibre Channel?
What is the number of year maintenance support required? Minimum 3 years

Step 2:
How many number of unit Server?
Any VM workload? Required any VMware license? Or Window OS Hyper-V?
How do you store data currently? Any NAS or SAN Storage?
How do you doing the backup? Required any backup proposal? IDPA 8TB?
Do you require burn-in test services?
Do you need hard disk retention services?