Lenovo
ThinkSystem SR950
Best mission critical server for demanding enterprise workloads.
The Lenovo ThinkSystem SR950 is a powerful 4U rack server designed for mission-critical applications demanding peak processing power. It supports up to eight Intel Xeon Scalable Family processors, offering exceptional scalability for intensive workloads. Its modular design ensures easy front and rear access for quick upgrades and servicing, maximizing performance and server uptime. Built for reliability and high availability, the SR950 is the ideal choice for demanding enterprise environments requiring robust computing capabilities.
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
59
/ 462
#59 in Computer Servers
Price vs Category Average
+279%
Above average
Manufacturer
Lenovo Group Limited
/ Lenovo Group Limited
Who it's for
- Large enterprises needing future-proof infrastructure for critical applications
- Businesses requiring maximum uptime for their most crucial applications and data
- IT managers seeking versatile and easily manageable high-performance server solutions
Who should skip it
- Small to medium businesses with budget constraints or less intensive computing needs
- Organizations without dedicated, highly skilled data center operations teams
- Data centers with limited power, cooling, or physical space capacity
Performance breakdown
Compute Scalability
Eight-socket architecture provides massive headroom for the most demanding enterprise workloads.
Serviceability
Modular design allows rapid front and rear access for effortless hardware maintenance.
Memory Capacity
Ninety-six DIMM slots offer unparalleled memory density for data-intensive computing tasks.
System Reliability
Engineered for mission-critical uptime with robust redundancy and enterprise-grade security features.
Storage Flexibility
Versatile bay configuration supports diverse storage needs for complex database environments.
Energy Efficiency
ENERGY STAR certification ensures high performance without excessive power consumption overhead.
Key Specs
Manufacturer
Lenovo Group Limited
Manufacturer Part Number
7X12A02UNA
Brand Name
Lenovo
Product Line
ThinkSystem
Product Series
SR950
Product Model
7X12A02UNA
Product Type
Server
Number of Processors Supported
8
Features
- Expandable to eight processors for maximum processing power
- Modular design for easy upgrades and servicing
- Supports mission-critical applications
- High server uptime
- Front and rear access to major subsystems
- 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
- Supports multiple operating systems
- ENERGY STAR certified for efficiency
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the ThinkSystem SR950 for its exceptional reliability and robust performance, making it a cornerstone for critical enterprise operations. Users frequently highlight its ability to handle demanding workloads without faltering, ensuring continuous uptime and operational stability. The system's build quality and engineering are often cited as superior, contributing to a sense of long term dependability. While an investment, its consistent performance and minimal downtime are seen as delivering significant operational value. This server is highly regarded for its steadfast operation in complex IT environments.
Know before you buy
The SR950 is designed for high availability and reliability, featuring an 8-way scalable architecture that supports up to eight Intel Xeon Scalable processors. Its modular design allows for quick servicing and upgrades, ensuring your enterprise applications stay online with minimal downtime.
Yes, the server is highly expandable. While it comes with 128 GB of TruDDR4 memory, it features a total of 96 memory slots, allowing you to scale your RAM significantly as your data processing needs grow.
The server's modular construction provides easy access to all major subsystems from both the front and rear of the chassis. This allows IT teams to perform upgrades, replace components, or swap drives without needing to remove the entire unit from the rack.
The SR950 includes eight internal 2.5-inch hot-swappable drive bays and utilizes the 930-16i controller. It supports a wide range of RAID levels, including 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing flexible data protection and performance configurations.
Yes, the SR950 comes equipped with the Lenovo XClarity Controller (XCC). This dedicated management engine allows for secure, remote monitoring and control of your server, regardless of the operating system state.
The server includes robust security measures such as administrator and power-on passwords, and a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) that supports both 1.2 and 2.0 standards. It also supports self-encrypting drives to ensure your data remains protected at rest.
Yes, the server is ENERGY STAR 2.1 qualified and compliant with ErP Lot 3 directives. It is designed to balance high-performance computing with power efficiency, helping to reduce the overall energy footprint of your server rack.
The SR950 supports a broad range of enterprise-grade operating systems, including Windows Server 2019 and 2022, as well as various versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server.
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