Product Type | Expansion Tray |
Form Factor | NeXtScale nx360 M4 Enclosure-Compatible |
Chassis Type | Server Expansion Module |
Power Requirements | Supplied via NeXtScale Enclosure Backplane |
Server Compatibility | Lenovo NeXtScale nx360 M4 and compatible nodes |
Expansion Purpose | Adds PCIe slots for networking, GPU, and storage cards |
Lenovo NeXtScale PCIe Native Expansion Tray - 00Y8393





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- Ideal for expanding PCIe interfaces within Lenovo NeXtScale systems, offering modular scalability.
- TAA compliance ensures eligibility for government and public sector procurement.
- Designed and manufactured with quality standards in Mexico, supporting confidence in origin and traceability.
Product Overview
The Lenovo NeXtScale PCIe Native Expansion Tray (PN: 00Y8393) is a purpose-built solution designed to expand the PCIe capabilities of servers within the NeXtScale platform. This expansion tray slots seamlessly into the NeXtScale architecture, offering additional bandwidth and peripheral connection options in data centers handling compute-intensive workloads. Tailored for modularity and flexibility, it supports integration of supplemental PCIe devices such as network interface cards, graphics processors, or storage cards—perfect for environments where hardware agility is critical.
Manufactured in Mexico and compliant with TAA standards, the tray adheres to federal procurement standards, making it suitable for government acquisitions or regulated enterprise deployments. While specific performance metrics and component compatibility details are not disclosed, the tray delivers additional capacity and customization potential needed in scalable, high-demand IT infrastructure.
Whether you're augmenting I/O throughput or preparing your infrastructure for hybrid workloads, the Lenovo NeXtScale PCIe Native Expansion Tray maximizes server utilization without replacing entire systems. It aligns with modern data center efficiency initiatives and supports continuous adaptation to evolving enterprise workloads.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 80 mm x 450 mm x 43 mm |
Height | 1U (designed to integrate within a NeXtScale enclosure tray) |
Shipping Weight | 3.2 kg (approximate, without cards) |
Operating Temperature Range | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F) |
Operating Humidity Range | 8% to 80% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity Range | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Management Support | Managed via host server's Lenovo XClarity Controller (if applicable) |
Licensing Requirements | None (hardware expansion only) |
Cloud Monitoring Compatibility | Works indirectly via integration with Lenovo XClarity or similar platforms |
Wireless Features
Wireless Support | No (passive PCIe expansion tray) |
Interfaces
Supported Interface Type | PCI Express (PCIe) |
PCIe Slots | 2 x Full-height, Full-length PCIe Gen3 x16 slots |
PCIe Slot Height | Full-height |
PCIe Slot Length | Full-length |
PCIe Bus Generation | PCIe Gen3 |
Slot Power Support | Up to 75W per slot (additional power possible via adapters) |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL, FCC Class A, CE, VCCI, ICES-003, BSMI, KC |
Energy Star Compliant | No |
Advanced Security Features
Tamper Detection | No (passive chassis accessory) |
Encryption Support | Depends on installed PCIe card(s) |
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Not included (provided by host server) |
Content Filtering | Not applicable |