Hard disk Drive LED Description Green Amber | Lenovo RD230 specification

Table 4. Hard disk drive LEDs for the onboard SATA and onboard SATA software RAID configurations

	Hard disk	Hard disk
	drive LED 1	drive LED
Description	(Green)	2 (Amber)

Hard disk drive is not present.	Off	Off

Hard disk drive is present but is not active.	On	Off

Hard disk drive is present and active.	Blinking	Off

Server is in the process of locating the hard disk drive.	On	Off

RAID has failed.	On	Off

Hard disk drive is rebuilding.	Blinking	Off

Table 5. Hard disk drive LEDs for the ThinkServer 8708ELP SAS RAID adapter
configuration

	Hard disk	Hard disk
	drive LED 1	drive LED
Description	(Green)	2 (Amber)

Hard disk drive is not present.	Off	Off

Hard disk drive is present but is not active.	On (for	Off
	SATA hard
	disk drives,
	this status is
	Off)

Hard disk drive is present and active.	Blinking	Off

Server is in the process of locating the hard disk drive.	Blinking	Blinking

RAID has failed.	Off	On

Hard disk drive is rebuilding.	Blinking	Blinking

The Ethernet 1 and Ethernet 2 connectors have two status LEDs that indicate the LAN connection and activity of the connection.

Table 6. Ethernet LEDs

LED	State	Color	Description

RJ-45 linkage/activity (left)	On	Green	10/100/1000 Mb linked

	Blinking	Green	10/100/1000 Mb activity

	Off	Off	No LAN connection.

RJ-45 speed (right)	On	Amber	1000 Mb linked and active

	On	Green	100 Mb linked and active

	Off	Off	10 Mb mode or no LAN
			connection.

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RD230 specifications

The Lenovo RD240 and RD230 are key players in the realm of enterprise-class servers, leveraging advanced technologies to deliver efficiency, reliability, and performance. These servers are designed to cater to the demands of small to medium-sized businesses, providing robust solutions for various workloads.

The Lenovo RD240 is a 2U rack server that features dual-socket support for Intel Xeon processors. This capability allows it to handle intensive computational tasks seamlessly, making it ideal for virtualized environments and database management. Equipped with up to 512GB of DDR3 memory, the RD240 ensures high memory bandwidth and reduced latency, improving overall system responsiveness.

In terms of storage, the RD240 supports a versatile range of options, with configurations allowing for up to twelve 3.5-inch hard drives or a combination of SSDs and HDDs. This flexibility enables businesses to tailor their storage solutions based on performance and capacity needs. Additionally, the server includes integrated RAID options, which enhance data protection and availability.

On the other hand, the RD230 is a compact 1U rack server that prioritizes space efficiency without compromising on performance. Like its larger counterpart, the RD230 supports dual Intel Xeon processors, but its design focuses on providing a more streamlined solution for environments with limited rack space. With support for up to 128GB of RAM, the RD230 can efficiently handle various applications, from web hosting to application serving.

Both servers are equipped with advanced management tools, such as the Lenovo XClarity Controller, which simplifies system monitoring and maintenance. This allows IT administrators to deploy updates, monitor hardware health, and manage resources with ease, leading to minimized downtime and optimized performance.

Furthermore, Lenovo places a strong emphasis on energy efficiency, ensuring that both the RD240 and RD230 have features like power management and cooling technologies. These innovations reduce their carbon footprint while lowering operating expenses, making them attractive choices for environmentally-conscious businesses.

In summary, the Lenovo RD240 and RD230 servers offer a blend of performance, flexibility, and efficient management, catering to the diverse needs of modern enterprises. With their robust features and reliable characteristics, they stand as dependable solutions for businesses looking to enhance their IT infrastructure while supporting future scalability.

Lenovo RD230 manual Hard disk Drive LED Description Green Amber

Models: RD230

Hard disk

drive LED 1

Description

(Green)

2 (Amber)