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  • Page 1 ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 2 • Setup Guide Third Edition (September 2024) © Copyright Lenovo 2024. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-...
  • Page 3 Contents Discover your Lenovo computer ..iii ThinkStation logo badge ... Computer ID badge ... . .
  • Page 4 Use ThinkStation diagnostic tool ..operating system ....Call Lenovo ....Appendix A. Notice for USB Before you contact Lenovo .
  • Page 5 Discover your Lenovo computer Thank you for choosing a Lenovo computer! We are dedicated to delivering the best solution to you. Before starting your tour, please read the following information: • Illustrations in this documentation might look different from your product.
  • Page 6 ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 7 USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed in the connector name or below for each corresponding device. © Copyright Lenovo 2024...
  • Page 8 Long press (about 3 seconds): Clear the selected event. To decode the error code, scan the QR code or go to https://www.thinkworkstationsoftware.com/codes Front-access storage bay Depending on your computer model, one of the following devices is installed in the front-access storage bay. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 9 Name Description Blank bezel* A dummy storage tray. 15-in-1 media The 15-in-1 card reader with three card slots supports the following 15 types of cards. card reader* ™ ™ • : CompactFlash Type I, CompactFlash Type II, Microdrive ™ ™ ™...
  • Page 10 • To ensure heat dissipation, do not block air vents or place any objects within 4.5 cm (1.8 inches) or 1 rack unit from the left side cover. • For rack-mounted systems, a rack spacer is recommended in the gap above the system. Related topics “Use physical locks” on page 11 ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 11 Rear Description Description Item Item PCIe card areas Power button Power indicator Audio line-out connector USB-C connector (USB 20Gbps) Audio line-in connector USB-A connectors (USB 10Gbps) USB-A connectors (Hi-Speed USB) Key-nest for side cover Ethernet connector (10G) Key-nest for M.2 SSD storage box Serial connector* Ethernet connector (1G) Security-lock slot...
  • Page 12 Maximum configuration as shipped: 23 kg (51 lb) 1. Open the system menu from the top-right corner and click Settings. Hardware configuration 2. Click About. • 1000-watt 92% power supply Power supply • 1400-watt 92% power supply ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 13 Specification Description • Input voltage: From 100 V ac to 240 V ac Electrical input • Input frequency: 50/60 Hz To view the microprocessor information of your computer, enter Settings and click Microprocessor About. • Number of memory modules: 1, 2, 4, 6, or 8 •...
  • Page 14 – Storage: 10%-90% (non-condensing) System memory speed ThinkStation P8 comes with DDR5-4800 memory modules and will run up to 4800 MT/s. To avoid unexpected frequency reduction, ensure that you install memory modules in a right way: • Installed memory module quantity: 1 pc, 2 pcs, 4 pcs, 6 pcs, or 8 pcs •...
  • Page 15 1. Connect one end of the display cable or adapter to the HDMI, Mini DisplayPort, DisplayPort, or other display ports on your computer. 2. Connect the other end of the cable or adapter to the external display. © Copyright Lenovo 2024...
  • Page 16 Your computer offers flexibility for both desktop and data center environments. With an easy-to-attach sliding rail kit, you can install the computer into a rack. You can buy the rail kit from Lenovo. It will come with a guide to help you install your computer into a rack.
  • Page 17 3. Choose or customize a power plan of your preference. Security solutions Lenovo values your information security. Your computer can be secured by physical locks, software solutions, and BIOS solutions. They can protect your computer from harm, theft, or unauthorized use.
  • Page 18 – To unlock, turn the key clockwise to the position with a circle mark on the lock. To lock, turn the key counterclockwise. Security lock Lock your computer to a desk, table, or other fixtures through a security lock. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 19 Note: You can purchase such a security lock from Lenovo if needed. But Lenovo makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance of locking device produced by a third party. Use BIOS security solutions This section provides BIOS solutions to secure your computer and information.
  • Page 20 UEFI BIOS password when your computer resumes from sleep mode. • Power-on password When a power-on password is set, you are prompted to enter a valid password each time the computer is turned on. • Supervisor password ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 21 You should record your passwords and store them in a safe place. If you forget the passwords, contact a Lenovo-authorized service provider. Note: If the hard disk password is forgotten, Lenovo cannot remove the password or recover data from the storage drive.
  • Page 22 ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 23 • Installation priority: 1a is the first and 1b is the second. On-board M.2 • Supported type: M.2 SSD (2280/22110) 2a, 2b, 2c SSD slots • Installation priority: 2a is the first, 2b is the second, and 2c is the third. © Copyright Lenovo 2024...
  • Page 24 • Supported memory module quantity: 1 pc, 2 pcs, 4 pcs, 6 pcs, or 8 pcs • Install memory modules of the same type, the same capacity, and the same DRAM densities. • Install memory modules in the order shown in the following illustration. Memory slots ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 25 Expansion rules Location Name The optional internal storage drive cage can support a 3.5-inch HDD when: Optional • 1a and 1b are both occupied with 3.5-inch HDDs, and internal storage • the computer is not installed with NVIDIA Quadro SYNC II card or GeForce 40X0 drive cage* graphics card.
  • Page 26 Startup This category introduces how to set the boot priority order. Exit This category introduces how to exit as you prefer. You can go to Lenovo BIOS Simulator Center to explore the https://download.lenovo.com/bsco/index.html detailed settings by your product name. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 27 Note: The Lenovo BIOS Simulator Center makes periodic updates of the settings. The UEFI BIOS simulator interface and description of settings might be different from that on your actual user interface. Update UEFI BIOS When you install a new program, device driver, or hardware component, you might need to update UEFI BIOS.
  • Page 28 The 10-Mbps Ethernet is transferring data. The 100-Mbps Ethernet is connected, ready for transferring data. The 100-Mbps Ethernet is transferring data. The 1000-Mbps Ethernet is connected, ready for transferring data. The 1000-Mbps Ethernet is transferring data. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 29 You can update the BMC firmware to the latest depending on your needs. Step 1. Go to and follow the on-screen instructions to https://support.lenovo.com/docs/bmc_fw_ts_x576 select and download the corresponding firmware installation package. Step 2. Log in to the BMC remote management console on the host computer.
  • Page 30 Note: KVM Redirection supports remote management in OS only, not in BIOS setup. Enable DASH in BIOS 1. Select Advanced ➙ DASH Configuration ➙ Enable and press Enter. 2. Install Realtek Lan driver and DASH service. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 31 3. Config DASH account and password with DASHConfigRT. Chapter 3 Explore your computer...
  • Page 32 ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 33 Your computer supports the following RAID levels: • RAID 0: striped disk array – Provide the highest performance but no data redundancy. Data in the array is striped (distributed) across several disks. © Copyright Lenovo 2024...
  • Page 34 Use the arrow keys to select a disk and press the Space Bar or Enter. Multiple disks can be selected using this method. b. Use the arrow keys to select OK and press Enter. c. Review the warning message. If you want to proceed, use the arrow keys to select YES and press Enter. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 35 Note: The Initialization process takes about 10 to 15 seconds. During initialization, a complete re- scan of all channels is done automatically. Create arrays Arrays can be created after the disks are initialized: 1. Enter the RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility menu. Then, use the arrow keys to select Array Management and press Enter.
  • Page 36 – Consists of two or four NVMe storage drives – Improved read performance and 100% redundancy • RAID 10: striped and mirrored disk array (a combination of RAID 0 and RAID 1) – Consists of four NVMe storage drives ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 37 – Data being striped across storage drive groups – Provides both high data transfer rates and complete data redundancy • RAID 5: block-level striped disk array with distributed parity – Consists of at least three NVMe storage drives – Supported strip size: 64 KB, 128 KB, 256 KB, 512 KB, or 1 MB –...
  • Page 38 7. Select Go and press Enter. When prompted, select Confirm and press Enter. Then, select Yes and press Enter to delete the RAID volume. 8. Press F10 or Fn+F10 to save the changes and exit. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 39 If you intend on installing the CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You might be required to return the defective part that is replaced by the CRU.
  • Page 40 Number Description Self-service CRU Optional-service CRU Side cover NVLINK retainer* Top cover ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 41 Number Description Self-service CRU Optional-service CRU Optional internal storage drive cage* M.2 SSD heat sink kit* M.2 SSD* M.2 SSD holder* Internal speaker ThinkStation LED ThinkStation LED holder ThinkStation Logo badge Computer ID badge Upper PCIe fan Blank bezel* Front-access storage fan* PCBA of 15-in-1 media card reader* 15-in-1 media card reader* NVMe storage tray*...
  • Page 42 Fiber modules for NVIDIA ConnectX-6 Ethernet Adapter* NVLINK bridge* * for selected models System board illustration Note: The system board might look slightly different from the illustration. Item Item Internal speaker connector Coin-cell battery Wi-Fi socket M.2 SSD slot 2 ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 43 Item Item M.2 SSD slot 1 Cover presence switch (intrusion switch) connector Upper PCIe (slot1–4) fan connector Internal storage drive cage power connector 1 Internal storage drive cage power connector 2 Internal storage drive cage slot 1 Graphics card power connector 1 Graphics card power connector 3 Front-panel I/O connector Front fan connector...
  • Page 44 • Lock the M.2 SSD storage box to prevent unexpected removal. The keys are attached to the rear of the computer. For security, store the keys in a secure place. ThinkStation logo badge Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 45 Removal steps Computer ID badge Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps Top cover Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Chapter 5 CRU replacement...
  • Page 46 Removal steps Installation steps ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 47 Wi-Fi antenna cover Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1. Remove the “Top cover” on page 39. 2. Remove the Wi-Fi antenna cover. Keys for side cover and M.2 SSD storage box Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement”...
  • Page 48 1. Remove the “Keys for side cover and M.2 SSD storage box” on page 41 (if available). 2. Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the side cover. 3. Remove the side cover. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 49 Notes: • The lock for side cover and the unlocking step are for selected models. • The key is attached at the rear of the computer. Installation steps Chapter 5 CRU replacement...
  • Page 50 “Expansion modules” on page 17. Optional internal storage drive cage Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1. Remove the “Side cover” on page 42. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 51 2. Remove the optional internal storage drive cage. HDD in optional internal storage drive cage Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1. Remove the following parts, if any: a. “Side cover” on page 42 b.
  • Page 52 Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1. Remove the “Side cover” on page 42. 2. Remove the HDD with its bracket from the internal storage drive cage. 3. Remove the HDD from its bracket. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 53 U.2 or U.3 SSD in the internal storage drive cage Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1. Remove the “Side cover” on page 42. 2. Remove the U.2 or U.3 SSD with its bracket from the internal storage drive cage. 3.
  • Page 54 Screw specification Quantity Torque M3 x 3.75 mm, Zn coated, black 5.0 ± 0.5 lb/in Screw specification Quantity Torque M3 x 2 mm, Zn coated, blue 5.0 ± 0.5 lb/in ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 55 M.2 SSD bracket in internal storage drive cage Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1. Remove the “Side cover” on page 42. 2. Remove the M.2 SSD bracket from the chassis. Chapter 5 CRU replacement...
  • Page 56 2. Remove the device in the front-access storage bay, which can be an NVMe storage tray, a 15-in-1 media card reader, or a blank bezel. • NVMe storage tray / 15-in-1 media card reader: PCBA of 15-in-1 media card reader: ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 57 Screw specification Quantity Torque M3 x 4 mm, Zn coated, blue 3.0 ± 0.5 lb/in Screw specification Quantity Torque M3 x 5 mm, Ni coated, black 5.0 ± 0.5 lb/in • Blank bezel: M.2 SSD storage box in NVMe storage tray Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement”...
  • Page 58 Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1. Remove the “M.2 SSD storage box in NVMe storage tray” on page 51. 2. Remove the M.2 SSD heatsink kit. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 59 Screw specification Quantity Torque M2 x 3.6 mm, Zn coated, blue 1.5± 0.2 lb/in 3. Remove the M.2 SSD. Screw specification Quantity Torque M2 x 4.5 mm, Zn coated, black 1.5± 0.2 lb/in On-board M.2 SSD Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Install the on-board M.2 SSDs in the following order.
  • Page 60 1. Remove the following parts if any: a. “Side cover” on page 42 b. “Optional internal storage drive cage” on page 44 2. Remove the M.2 SSD with its heatsink kit. 3. Remove the M.2 SSD from its heatsink kit. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 61 Installation steps 1. Install the M.2 SSD to its heatsink kit. 2. Install the M.2 SSD with its heatsink kit. Chapter 5 CRU replacement...
  • Page 62 “Front fan” on page 71 d. “Lower PCIe fan and internal storage drive fan” on page 73 e. “On-board M.2 SSD” on page 53 2. Replace the on-board M.2 SSD holder. • Type 1 ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 63 • Type 2 M.2 SSD in a PCIe adapter • Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. • Install M.2 solid-state drives in the following order as shown: Chapter 5 CRU replacement...
  • Page 64 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Side cover” on page 42. 2. Remove the M.2 SSD PCIe adapter from the PCIe card slot. See “Full-length PCIe card” on page 67. 3. Open the cover. 4. Remove the SSD. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 65 5. If necessary, move the retention latch to an appropriate location to suit the length of the new M.2 SSD. 6. Remove the film and release the latch. Chapter 5 CRU replacement...
  • Page 66 7. Install a new SSD. 8. Close the cover. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 67 9. Install the M.2 SSD PCIe adapter in a PCIe x 16 card slot on the system board. See “System board illustration” on page 36. 10. Reinstall all removed parts. Then, reconnect the power cord and all disconnected cables to the computer.
  • Page 68 4. Remove the SSD. Screw specification Quantity Torque M3 x 5 mm, Zn coated, black 5.0 ± 0.5 lb/in 5. Install a new SSD. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 69 Screw specification Quantity Torque M3 x 5 mm, Zn coated, black 5.0 ± 0.5 lb/in 6. Close the cover. 7. Install the U.2 or U.3 SSD PCIe adapter in a PCIe x 16 card slot on the system board. See “System board illustration”...
  • Page 70 2. Remove the NVLINK bridge. Super capacitor module Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1. Remove the “Side cover” on page 42. 2. Remove the super capacitor module. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 71 Installation notice When installing the super capacitor module, connect the super capacitor module cable to the J14 connector on the RAID card. PCIe card bracket Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1.
  • Page 72 Open the handle and remove the PCIe card. The card might fit tightly into the slot. If necessary, alternately move each side of the card a small amount until the card is removed from the slot. c. For NVIDIA ConnectX-6 Ethernet Adapter card, the following fiber modules can be removed. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 73 Full-length PCIe card Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1. Remove the “Side cover” on page 42. 2. Remove the PCIe card. a. Open the handle. b. Remove the PCIe card. The card might fit tightly into the slot. If necessary, alternately move each side of the card a small amount until the card is removed from the slot.
  • Page 74 Before installing the PCIe card, you need to remove “PCIe card bracket” on page 65. Install PCIe cards according to the following order and the special installation rules for certain PCIe cards. • Installation order • Special installation rules for certain PCIe cards ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 75 PCIe card Installation rule NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40X0 graphics card Install in Slot 1. Two RTX A6000 graphics cards with NVLink Install in Slot 1 and Slot 3. AMD Radeon PRO W7900 graphics card Install in Slot 1 or Slot 5 (Slot 1 is prior to Slot 5). M.2/U.2/U.3 SSD PCIe adapter, NVIDIA ConnectX-6 Install in Slot 5, Slot 1, or Slot 6.
  • Page 76 Figure 2. GFX GV100/RTX A5000/RTX A4000 Aux power connection Figure 3. GFX RTX A6000 Aux power connection ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 77 Figure 4. Cable connection for NVIDIA Quadro SYNC II card Fans By reading this section, you will learn to replace the fans in your computer. Front fan Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1.
  • Page 78 Removal steps 1. Remove the following parts if any: a. “Side cover” on page 42 b. “Optional internal storage drive cage” on page 44 c. “Front fan” on page 71 2. Remove the upper PCIe fan. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 79 Lower PCIe fan and internal storage drive fan Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1. Remove the following parts if any: a. “Side cover” on page 42 b. “Optional internal storage drive cage” on page 44 c.
  • Page 80 • Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. • Do not replace the memory module until the LED indicator on the system board goes off. It indicates that the system is completely discharged of electricity. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 81 Removal steps 1. Remove the following parts if any: a. “Side cover” on page 42 b. “Optional internal storage drive cage” on page 44 c. “Memory fan and air duct” on page 74 Installation steps Note: Ensure that you install memory modules in the order shown in the following illustration. Chapter 5 CRU replacement...
  • Page 82 2. Remove the front panel I/O assembly. ThinkStation LED and holder Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement” on page 37. Removal steps 1. Remove the following parts if any: ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 83 a. “Side cover” on page 42 b. “Optional internal storage drive cage” on page 44 c. “Front fan” on page 71 d. “Lower PCIe and internal storage drive fan” on page 73 2. Remove the ThinkStation LED. 3. Remove the ThinkStation LED holder. Internal speaker Before you start, ensure that you have read “Prerequisite for CRU replacement”...
  • Page 84 ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 85 • Machine-type and serial-number label of your computer (shown as below illustration). Diagnose and troubleshoot your computer This section provides introduction to a set of diagnostics and troubleshooting tools at Lenovo Support Web site. They can help you diagnose common software and hardware issues.
  • Page 86 2. Decode the error according to the four-digit error code displayed on the diagnostic panel. For more information, go to https://www.thinkworkstationsoftware.com/diags Call Lenovo If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center. ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 87 • Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.
  • Page 88 This topic provides instructions on how to purchase accessories or additional services. Accessories Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories and upgrades to help expand the functionalities of your computer. Accessories include memory modules, storage devices, network cards, power adapters, keyboards, mice, and so on.
  • Page 89 Safety and Compliance Notices at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices Supplemental information about the Ubuntu operating system In limited countries or regions, Lenovo offers customers an option to order computers with the preinstalled ® Ubuntu operating system. If the Ubuntu operating system is available on your computer, read the following information before you use the computer.
  • Page 90 The LLW also is preinstalled on the computer. To access the LLW, go to the following directory: /opt/Lenovo If you cannot view the LLW either from the Web site or from your computer, contact your local Lenovo office or reseller to obtain a printed version of the LLW.
  • Page 91 The open source software is distributed in hope it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See for example the GNU General Public License and/or the Lesser General Public License for more information. To view additional information regarding licenses, acknowledgments and required copyright notices for the open source software shipped on your Device, go to /usr/share/doc/*/copyright.
  • Page 92 ThinkStation P8 Linux User Guide...
  • Page 93 Appendix A. Notice for USB connector name update The USB Implementers Forum published a revision of the guideline for USB connector names in September, 2022. Lenovo follows the revised guideline and updates USB connector names accordingly. You can refer to the table below for naming update details.
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  • Page 95 Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
  • Page 96 Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. This document is copyrighted by Lenovo and is not covered by any open source license, including any ® Linux agreement(s) which may accompany software included with this product.