Description
Lenovo SR650 Server with dual Intel Xeon Gold 6130 CPUs (32 cores total). No RAM, HDD, or SSD. Perfect for virtualization, data centers, and enterprise workloads.
The IBM Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650 is a high-performance 2U rackmount server designed for scalable enterprise workloads, cloud infrastructure, and data-intensive applications.
This configuration comes equipped with 2x Intel Xeon Gold 6130 processors, delivering a combined 32 cores and 64 threads, making it an excellent choice for virtualization, database hosting, and mission-critical enterprise applications. With 2.1GHz base clock (3.7GHz turbo) and 22MB cache per CPU, the Gold 6130 balances performance, energy efficiency, and scalability.
The SR650 features Lenovo’s trusted ThinkSystem architecture, providing high reliability, energy efficiency, and enterprise-grade manageability. With support for up to 24 DIMM slots of DDR4 ECC Registered memory and multiple hot-swap drive bays (no RAM, HDD, or SSD included in this unit), the SR650 offers flexibility to scale based on your IT needs.
Built with redundant power supplies, advanced RAID support, and compatibility with leading virtualization platforms, this system is engineered for modern data centers seeking performance, uptime, and scalability.
Technical Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | IBM / Lenovo |
| Model | ThinkSystem SR650 |
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount Server |
| Processor | 2x Intel Xeon Gold 6130 |
| Cores / Threads | 16 cores / 32 threads per CPU (32 cores / 64 threads total) |
| Base Clock Speed | 2.1 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 3.7 GHz |
| Cache | 22MB L3 per CPU |
| Socket Type | LGA3647 |
| Memory Support | DDR4 ECC Registered (RDIMM/LRDIMM) |
| Installed Memory | None (supports up to 1.5TB or more, depending on config) |
| Drive Bays | Hot-swap SAS/SATA/NVMe bays (varies by chassis config) |
| Installed Storage | None (user configurable) |
| Expansion Slots | PCIe 3.0 slots available |
| Networking | Integrated Gigabit Ethernet, upgradeable to 10/25GbE |
| Power Supply | Redundant hot-swappable PSU |
| RAID Support | ThinkSystem RAID adapters supported |
| Management | Lenovo XClarity Controller |
| Operating Systems | VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, RedHat, Ubuntu, Windows Server, CentOS |
| Warranty | Sold as-is (refer to store policy) |
Compatible Products
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CPUs: Intel Xeon Scalable family (Silver, Gold, Platinum series)
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Memory: DDR4 ECC Registered DIMMs (16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB modules)
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Storage: 2.5" or 3.5" SAS/SATA/NVMe SSDs & HDDs
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Networking: 10GbE / 25GbE adapters, Fiber Channel HBAs
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Operating Systems: VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, RedHat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, Windows Server
Ideal Use Cases
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Virtualization clusters (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM)
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Enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, business intelligence)
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High-performance databases (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL)
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Cloud and hosting infrastructure
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Data analytics and machine learning workloads
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Business-critical workloads requiring redundancy
Key Features / Highlights
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Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6130 CPUs – 32 cores / 64 threads total
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2.1GHz base / 3.7GHz turbo speeds with 22MB cache per CPU
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Enterprise-grade Lenovo SR650 2U rackmount server
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Flexible storage with hot-swap SAS/SATA/NVMe bays
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No RAM, HDD, or SSD included – customizable to your needs
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Supports DDR4 ECC Registered memory up to 1.5TB+
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Lenovo XClarity Controller for simple remote management
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Designed for data centers, virtualization, and enterprise workloads
Comparison Angle
Compared to earlier Lenovo System x servers and older Xeon E5 v4 systems, the SR650 with Xeon Gold 6130 CPUs provides:
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More cores and threads (32 cores vs. 22 cores typical in older platforms)
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Faster DDR4 memory speeds with 6-channel support
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PCIe 3.0 scalability and NVMe drive support
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Enhanced power efficiency and Lenovo XClarity management
This results in greater performance-per-watt and scalability, ideal for growing enterprise environments.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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DDR4 ECC Registered DIMM kits (32GB, 64GB, 128GB modules)
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Enterprise-grade SAS and NVMe SSDs for storage expansion
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10GbE / 25GbE network interface cards
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Lenovo RAID controllers with cache protection modules
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VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, or Linux OS licenses
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Rack rails, redundant PSU upgrades, and cooling accessories