Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Series Storage Configuration Guide

Overview

This document provides guidelines for optimally configuring system storage for Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tower, P3 Ultra, and P3 Tiny platforms. It details drive type support, installation procedures for M.2 NVMe and SATA drives, RAID configurations, and Optical Disk Drive (ODD) support.

M.2 NVMe Drive Installation

Instructions are provided for installing M.2 NVMe devices in the P3 Tower (onboard slots and PCIe Add-In Card), P3 Ultra (onboard slots), and P3 Tiny (onboard slots). Procedures cover accessing slots, installing drives with heatsinks, and specific notes for each model.

SATA Drive Installation

Details the installation of SATA drives in the P3 Tower, including bottom, top, and front-access storage enclosures (FASE). It also covers SATA drive installation in the P3 Ultra, noting required additional parts and potential slot limitations.

RAID Configuration

Explains RAID levels supported by the P3 series (NVMe and SATA) and provides step-by-step instructions for configuring RAID arrays using Intel Rapid Storage Technology (RST) within the system BIOS.

Optical Disk Drive (ODD) Support

Information on ODD compatibility for the P3 Tower, including how to identify support, limitations on SATA drive capacity when an ODD bracket is installed, and required components.

Appendix

Lists option kits and part numbers for upgrading storage, such as the ThinkStation Storage Kit, Front Access Storage Enclosure, PCIe to M.2 Riser Card, and ODD Bracket kits.

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