Name: 4XH7A82898 Lenovo PCIe Gen5 x16/x8/x8 2U Riser Card for ThinkSystem
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 4XH7A82898
Price: 533.50 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo 2U PCIe Gen5 x16/x8/x8 Riser Card is designed to extend the PCIe slot capacity within 2U ThinkSystem servers. It allows for multiple high-speed expansion cards to be installed while keeping the compact chassis size intact. This riser card fits into server environments where balancing performance, expansion, and space is critical without complex modifications.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo
Part Number	4XH7A82898
Alternate Part Number	4XH7A82898-11-LV

Technical Specification
Host Interface	PCIe Gen5 (x16 riser connector to system board; provides downstream x16/x8/x8)
Ports	3
Compatibility	Lenovo ThinkSystem 2U rack servers (compatible with ThinkSystem models that accept 2U PCIe Gen5 riser cards)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	2U PCIe riser card
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
This riser card is built for Lenovo ThinkSystem 2U servers, providing additional PCIe Gen5 slots to expand system capabilities. It allows installation of multiple PCIe devices by splitting the lanes into x16 and dual x8 configurations, making it ideal for workloads that require high bandwidth and multiple expansion options. Often found in data centers and enterprise environments, it helps IT professionals and system builders maximize server versatility without increasing the chassis size. The card is commonly used in setups demanding fast data throughput and flexible hardware configurations. Key Features Supports PCIe Gen5 for the latest generation of high-speed expansion cards Offers a flexible lane split with one x16 and two x8 slots depending on configuration Optimized for 2U Lenovo ThinkSystem chassis to maintain compact server footprints Enhances server expandability without requiring additional chassis space Improves data transfer rates to support demanding enterprise workloads Deployed primarily in enterprise servers, this riser card helps maintain balance between expansion capabilities and physical constraints. It’s a practical solution for data centers that need to adapt systems for evolving hardware demands without changing server form factors.

Use Cases
The Lenovo PCIe Gen5 x16/x8/x8 2U Riser Card is primarily utilized in data center and enterprise IT environments where maximizing PCIe expansion within limited 2U rack units is necessary. It benefits IT administrators and system integrators managing high-density server deployments requiring multiple high-bandwidth expansion cards without compromising server form factor. How It's Used: Enhancing virtualization environments by supporting additional network or storage adapters in 2U ThinkSystem servers. Deploying high-performance computing clusters where multiple accelerators or GPUs need to coexist in compact rack servers. Enabling scalable storage arrays in enterprise SANs through added host bus adapters within dense server configurations. Supporting edge computing nodes requiring flexible PCIe lane configurations to balance connectivity and processing power. Facilitating multi-card installations for data analytics workloads that demand high-throughput data transfer within space-constrained racks. This riser card aids operational efficiency by expanding server capability without increasing chassis size, thereby preserving rack density. It supports scalable growth in compute and I/O resources essential for modern IT infrastructures focused on performance and adaptability.

4XH7A82898 Lenovo PCIe Gen5 x16/x8/x8 2U Riser Card for ThinkSystem

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