This article lists H3C Generation 6 supported server models and related certified components for installing SynetoOS (Software Only).
PREREQUISITES
To ensure optimal performance, the following system requirements must be met:
– Memory: SynetoOS requires a minimum of 32 GB of dedicated RAM.
– Storage: At least 20% of the total storage capacity must remain free.
– VMware ESXi: The Boot Environment is mandatory.
– Syneto Hyperion: Two SSDs dedicated to the Hypervisor are required. Alternatively, a Boot Environment can be used if present.
Validated Platforms
| Model | Format | Official Datasheet |
| R4700 G6 | Rack, 1U | H3C UniServer R4700 G6 Server-H3C |
Validated Components
| Component | Code | Description | Part Number |
| HBA Controller | - | HBA-H460-B1 | HBA-H460-B1 |
| RAID Controller | - | RAID-P460-B4 | RAID-P460-B4 |
| RAID Controller | - | RAID-P460-B2 | RAID-P460-B2 |
| Embedded Systems Management | - | HDM2 – H3C Device Manager |
Boot Environment
A boot environment on an x86 server consists of the hardware, firmware, and software components responsible for initializing the system and loading the operating system.
Syneto supports any of the boot environment options listed below. If a supported boot environment is available, the SynetoOS operating system will be installed on it.
| Product Name | Part Number | Requirements | Official Datasheet |
| SATA Boot Environment Storage Controller | - | Requires 2x identical SSD SATA 6G M.2 | RAID-MARVELL-M.2 |
| NVMe Boot Environment Storage Controller | - | Requires 2x identical SSD NVMe M.2 (at least 240GB) | RAID-MARVELL-SANTACRUZ-LP-2i |
⚠️ Selection requirement
Select only one of the boot environment options.
Do not select multiple components, as they are alternative solutions for the same purpose.