Lenovo COM Port Upgrade KIT V2 - 4Z17A80446

Lenovo 4Z17A80446 COM Port Upgrade KIT V2

Overview

The Lenovo 4Z17A80446 COM Port Upgrade KIT V2 provides essential serial port connectivity for compatible Lenovo ThinkSystem servers, specifically the SR650 and SR650 V2 models. This kit is designed to add legacy serial communication capabilities required for certain network devices, industrial controllers, or legacy diagnostic tools that rely on RS-232 interfaces. Its rack-mount form factor ensures a clean integration within standard server racks, maintaining the server's physical footprint.

Compatibility

This upgrade kit is exclusively designed for the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650 and SR650 V2 rack servers. It leverages the server's internal expansion capabilities, specifically supporting the installation within the server's dedicated RAID slot or one of its PCIe 4.0 slots, depending on the specific configuration and available space. Ensure your server model is listed before attempting installation.

Installation Notes

Installation requires opening the server chassis and seating the adapter card into a compatible slot. Refer to the Lenovo SR650/SR650 V2 hardware maintenance manual for specific slot locations and installation procedures. The adapter requires one or two third-generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors to be installed in the server, supporting processors up to 40 cores with core speeds up to 3.6 GHz and TDP ratings up to 270W. The kit includes an IR Lowlight feature operating at 940nm, which is invisible to the human eye, suitable for discreet environmental monitoring or status indication without visual distraction.