Lenovo 4XG7A07261 SR590 Xeon 3104 6C/85W/1.7GHZ

Lenovo 4XG7A07261 Xeon Bronze 3104 6-Core Processor Kit for ThinkSystem SR590

Overview

The Lenovo 4XG7A07261 is a factory-configured processor upgrade kit pairing the Intel Xeon Bronze 3104 with a matched cooler, designed specifically for deployment in the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR590 rack server. At 1.7 GHz base frequency across 6 cores and a controlled 85W TDP, this kit targets workloads where thermal envelope and power draw matter as much as raw compute — think edge video analytics nodes, compact NVR back-end servers, or secondary processing hosts in distributed surveillance architectures where you need predictable, steady throughput rather than burst performance.

Sourced factory-new through channel-direct distribution, the 4XG7A07261 ships as a complete, ready-to-install processor assembly — no hunting for a compatible heatsink separately.

Key Features

• Intel Xeon Bronze 3104 — 6 Cores, 1.7 GHz: Six physical cores running at a fixed 1.7 GHz base clock (no Hyper-Threading, no Turbo Boost) give you predictable, consistent throughput. For 24/7 video management server (VMS) workloads or always-on analytics engines, flat frequency curves are an advantage — no thermal-throttle surprises under sustained load during overnight retention-write cycles.
• 85W Thermal Design Power: The 85W TDP keeps this processor within the SR590's thermal and power budget for single- and dual-socket configurations. Compared to higher-end Xeon Gold/Silver SKUs in the same socket, this leaves more headroom on the rack's power circuit — relevant when co-locating multiple servers in a surveillance head-end with limited PDU capacity.
• LGA 3647 (Socket P): The LGA 3647 socket is native to the SR590 platform. This kit is engineered for that platform — drop-in compatibility without BIOS workarounds or platform validation guesswork.
• 8.25 MB L3 Cache: The 8.25 MB L3 cache supports smooth handling of concurrent video decode and metadata indexing tasks. In NVR or analytics server use cases, cache size directly affects how many simultaneous streams can be processed without stalling on memory latency.
• DDR4-2133 Support, Up to 768 GB: The processor supports DDR4-SDRAM at 2133 MHz and enables the SR590 to scale up to 768 GB of installed RAM. That headroom matters if you're running a hypervisor hosting multiple VMS instances, or a dense analytics stack processing high-channel-count camera feeds in real time.
• 14 nm Skylake Architecture: Built on Intel's 14 nm Skylake-SP process, this generation of Xeon delivers mature, well-understood platform stability — important in server environments where firmware compatibility and long-term vendor support are prioritized over cutting-edge silicon.
• 64-Bit Operation, Stepping U0: Full 64-bit instruction support and U0 stepping ensure compatibility with current enterprise OS and hypervisor releases. U0 is a production-stable stepping with known microcode support across major Linux distributions and Windows Server builds.
• Cooler Included: The kit ships with a matched heatsink/cooler assembly. This eliminates the compatibility risk of sourcing a cooler separately and ensures the thermal solution is validated for the SR590 chassis airflow path.

Integration and Compatibility

The 4XG7A07261 is validated for the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR590. Before installing in an existing SR590, verify current BIOS/UEFI firmware level — Lenovo publishes minimum firmware requirements per processor stepping for SR590 configurations. If the server is running an older firmware revision, update prior to swapping the processor to avoid POST failures.

For server processor upgrades in surveillance back-end deployments, confirm the SR590's power supply capacity covers the combined TDP of both sockets if you're configuring a dual-processor chassis. At 85W per socket, the Bronze 3104 is one of the more power-conservative options in the LGA 3647 lineup, making it compatible with lower-capacity PSU configurations.

This processor supports DDR4-2133 memory channels — if your SR590 is already populated with faster DDR4-2400 or DDR4-2666 DIMMs, those modules will step down to 2133 MHz when paired with this CPU. Factor that into memory planning if you're building out a new system rather than upgrading an existing one. Explore the full Lenovo server and compute catalog for compatible memory, storage, and expansion options.

For deployments combining this processor platform with a video management workload, review your NVR and server storage options alongside compute — the SR590's storage bay count and PCIe expansion slots are where most surveillance-specific capacity planning decisions land.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What server is the Lenovo 4XG7A07261 designed for?

A: The 4XG7A07261 is a processor upgrade kit validated for the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR590 rack server. It uses the LGA 3647 (Socket P) platform native to that chassis.

Q: Does the 4XG7A07261 include a heatsink or cooler?

A: Yes. The kit includes a matched cooler assembly, so no separate heatsink sourcing is required for standard SR590 installation.

Q: What is the TDP of the Xeon Bronze 3104 in this kit?

A: The Intel Xeon Bronze 3104 has an 85W Thermal Design Power (TDP), making it one of the lower-draw options in the LGA 3647 processor family — useful for managing rack power budgets in dense deployments.

Q: How much memory does this processor support?

A: The Xeon Bronze 3104 supports DDR4-SDRAM at 2133 MHz with a maximum of 768 GB of installed system memory on the SR590 platform.

Q: Does the Xeon Bronze 3104 support Hyper-Threading or Turbo Boost?

A: No. The Bronze 3104 is a 6-core, 6-thread processor with no Hyper-Threading and no Turbo Boost. It runs at a fixed 1.7 GHz base clock, which provides consistent, predictable throughput under sustained workloads.

Q: What memory speed should I use with the 4XG7A07261?

A: The Xeon Bronze 3104 supports DDR4-2133 MHz. If installed alongside faster DIMMs already in the server, memory speed will be limited to 2133 MHz. Plan new memory purchases accordingly to avoid overspending on higher-speed modules that will be downclocked.

Marty Allison

When I spec a compute platform for a mid-scale surveillance back-end, the 4XG7A07261 comes up specifically in conversations where the SR590 chassis is already committed and the customer needs a controlled, budget-conscious starting point — the Xeon Bronze 3104's fixed 1.7 GHz across 6 cores with no Turbo overshoot keeps power draw flat at 85W, which is exactly what you want when you're stacking multiple servers in a closet rack with a 20A circuit.

Technical Highlights:

• Fixed 1.7 GHz, No Turbo Boost: Predictable sustained throughput with zero thermal spike risk — critical for 24/7 VMS write workloads where inconsistent CPU behavior can cause dropped frames or analytics misses under peak ingestion load.
• 768 GB DDR4 Max Memory Ceiling: The SR590 platform's memory headroom means this processor can anchor a server that scales heavily on RAM — useful if you're running a hypervisor hosting multiple VMS partitions or a containerized analytics stack alongside storage management.
• Cooler Included in Kit: The matched heatsink eliminates a common integration error — mismatched cooler-to-TDP specs in the SR590 chassis airflow path. This matters in dense rack configurations where inadequate cooling leads to throttling you won't catch until a heat event.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify SR590 BIOS firmware before installation — Lenovo requires minimum firmware levels per processor stepping (U0 for this SKU). An outdated BIOS will fail to POST with this processor installed, which is a frustrating on-site discovery.
• The Bronze 3104 has no Hyper-Threading: 6 cores means 6 threads total. If the workload is software-defined analytics with high thread concurrency requirements, evaluate whether a Silver or Gold SKU better fits before committing to this processor tier.

This kit is the right call for an SR590 deployed as a dedicated NVR host or compact video analytics node in a branch office or edge location — where the priority is reliable 24/7 operation, manageable power draw, and long-term platform stability over maximum compute density.