Dell E23S User Manual

Dell PowerEdge R920 System Owner's Manual

Regulatory Model: E23S Series Regulatory Type: E23S001

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.

WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

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2014 – 11

Rev. A02

Contents

1 About Your System......................................................................................................................9

Front-Panel Features And Indicators....................................................................................................................... 9

LCD Panel Features.................................................................................................................................................10

Home Screen....................................................................................................................................................11

Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................................11

View Menu....................................................................................................................................................... 12

Hard-Drive Indicator Patterns................................................................................................................................ 12

PCIe SSD LED Indicators........................................................................................................................................ 13

Back-Panel Features And Indicators..................................................................................................................... 14

NIC Indicator Codes................................................................................................................................................15

Power Indicator Codes...........................................................................................................................................16

Related Documentation.......................................................................................................................................... 17

Quick Resource Locator...................................................................................................................................18

2 Using The System Setup and Boot Manager....................................................................... 19

Choosing The System Boot Mode.......................................................................................................................... 19

Entering System Setup............................................................................................................................................20

Responding To Error Messages.......................................................................................................................20

Using The System Setup Navigation Keys.......................................................................................................20

System Setup Options.............................................................................................................................................21

System Setup Main Screen..............................................................................................................................21

System BIOS Screen........................................................................................................................................21

System Information Screen..............................................................................................................................21

Memory Settings Screen................................................................................................................................. 22

Processor Settings Screen.............................................................................................................................. 22

SATA Settings Screen......................................................................................................................................23

Boot Settings Screen....................................................................................................................................... 24

Integrated Devices Screen.............................................................................................................................. 24

Serial Communications Screen........................................................................................................................25

System Profile Settings Screen........................................................................................................................26

System Security Screen...................................................................................................................................27

Miscellaneous Settings....................................................................................................................................28

System And Setup Password Features.................................................................................................................. 28

Assigning A System And/Or Setup Password..................................................................................................28

Deleting Or Changing An Existing System And/Or Setup Password................................................................29

Using Your System Password To Secure Your System....................................................................................30

Operating With A Setup Password Enabled.................................................................................................... 30

Entering The UEFI Boot Manager...........................................................................................................................30

Using The Boot Manager Navigation Keys......................................................................................................31

Boot Manager Screen......................................................................................................................................31

UEFI Boot menu................................................................................................................................................31

Embedded System Management............................................................................................................................32

iDRAC Settings Utility..............................................................................................................................................32

Entering The iDRAC Settings Utility..................................................................................................................32

Changing The Thermal Settings.......................................................................................................................32

3 Installing System Components................................................................................................33

Recommended Tools.............................................................................................................................................. 33

Front Bezel (Optional)............................................................................................................................................. 33

Removing The Front Bezel................................................................................................................................33

Installing The Front Bezel.................................................................................................................................34

Opening And Closing The System...........................................................................................................................34

Opening The System........................................................................................................................................ 35

Closing The System..........................................................................................................................................35

Inside The System...................................................................................................................................................36

Chassis Intrusion Switch..................................................................................................................................37

Removing And Installing The Chassis Intrusion Switch Cable........................................................................ 37

Cable Management Tray........................................................................................................................................ 38

Removing The Cable Management Tray .........................................................................................................38

Installing The Cable Management Tray........................................................................................................... 39

System Memory......................................................................................................................................................39

General Memory Module Installation Guidelines............................................................................................ 43

Mode-Specific Guidelines................................................................................................................................43

Advanced ECC (Lockstep)................................................................................................................................43

Memory Optimized (Independent Channel) Mode........................................................................................... 44

Memory Sparing...............................................................................................................................................44

Memory Mirroring............................................................................................................................................44

Fault Resilient Memory.....................................................................................................................................44

Sample Memory Configurations.......................................................................................................................44

Removing A Memory-Riser Blank.................................................................................................................... 47

Installing A Memory-Riser Blank..................................................................................................................... 48

Removing A Memory Riser...............................................................................................................................48

Installing A Memory Riser................................................................................................................................49

Removing Memory Modules From The Memory Riser.....................................................................................50

Installing Memory Modules............................................................................................................................. 52

Memory Riser And Fan Cage..................................................................................................................................54

Removing The Memory Riser And Fan Cage....................................................................................................54

Installing The Memory Riser And Fan Cage.....................................................................................................55

Hard Drives.............................................................................................................................................................56

Removing A 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank............................................................................................................56

Installing A 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank............................................................................................................. 56

Removing A Hot-Swap Hard Drive...................................................................................................................57

Installing A Hot-Swap Hard Drive.................................................................................................................... 57

Removing A Hard Drive From A Hard-Drive Carrier.........................................................................................58

Installing A Hard Drive Into A Hard-Drive Carrier............................................................................................59

Optical Drive (Optional)...........................................................................................................................................59

Removing The Optical Drive.............................................................................................................................59

Installing The Optical Drive..............................................................................................................................60

Cooling Fans............................................................................................................................................................60

Removing A Cooling Fan...................................................................................................................................61

Installing A Cooling Fan....................................................................................................................................62

Removing The Fan Tray....................................................................................................................................62

Installing The Fan tray .....................................................................................................................................63

Internal USB Memory Key (Optional)..................................................................................................................... 63

Replacing The Internal USB Key......................................................................................................................64

Expansion Cards And Expansion-Card Risers........................................................................................................ 64

Expansion Card Installation Guidelines............................................................................................................65

Removing The Left Expansion Card Riser Blank.............................................................................................. 66

Installing The Left Expansion Card Riser Blank............................................................................................... 67

Removing The Right Expansion Card Riser Blank............................................................................................68

Removing An Expansion Card From Expansion-Card Risers 2 and 3............................................................... 68

Installing An Expansion Card Into The Expansion-Card Riser 2 and 3.............................................................73

NDC Riser (I/O Riser 1)............................................................................................................................................73

Removing The NDC Riser (I/O Riser 1)............................................................................................................. 73

Installing The NDC Riser (I/O Riser 1)...............................................................................................................74

Network Daughter Card..........................................................................................................................................75

Removing The Network Daughter Card........................................................................................................... 75

Installing The Network Daughter Card.............................................................................................................76

SD vFlash Card........................................................................................................................................................76

Replacing An SD vFlash Card...........................................................................................................................77

Internal Dual SD Module........................................................................................................................................ 77

Removing The Internal Dual SD Module..........................................................................................................77

Installing The Internal Dual SD Module........................................................................................................... 78

Internal SD Card..................................................................................................................................................... 78

Removing An Internal SD Card.........................................................................................................................79

Installing An Internal SD Card..........................................................................................................................80

Integrated Storage Controller Card........................................................................................................................ 80

Removing The Integrated Storage Controller Card..........................................................................................80

Installing The Integrated Storage Controller Card...........................................................................................81

RAID Battery...........................................................................................................................................................82

Removing a RAID Battery.................................................................................................................................82

Installing The RAID Battery..............................................................................................................................83

Processors..............................................................................................................................................................83

Removing A Heat Sink Blank ...........................................................................................................................83

Installing A Heat Sink Blank.............................................................................................................................84

Removing A Processor.....................................................................................................................................85

Installing A Processor......................................................................................................................................88

Power Supplies.......................................................................................................................................................89

Hot Spare Feature............................................................................................................................................ 90

Removing An AC Power Supply....................................................................................................................... 90

Installing An AC Power Supply........................................................................................................................ 91

Wiring Instructions For A DC Power Supply.................................................................................................... 92

Assembling And Connecting The Safety Ground Wire.................................................................................... 92

Assembling The DC Input Power Wires...........................................................................................................93

Removing A DC Power Supply......................................................................................................................... 94

Installing A DC Power Supply.......................................................................................................................... 95

Removing The Power Supply Blank................................................................................................................. 96

Installing The Power Supply Blank.................................................................................................................. 96

Power Distribution Board....................................................................................................................................... 96

Removing The Power Supply Bay.................................................................................................................... 97

Installing The Power Supply Bay..................................................................................................................... 98

Removing The Power Distribution Board.........................................................................................................98

Installing The Power Distribution Board..........................................................................................................99

System Battery....................................................................................................................................................... 99

Replacing The System Battery.........................................................................................................................99

Hard-Drive Backplane.......................................................................................................................................... 100

Removing The Hard-Drive Backplane............................................................................................................101

Installing The Hard-Drive Backplane.............................................................................................................110

SAS Expander Daughter Card...............................................................................................................................110

Removing The SAS Expander Daughter Card................................................................................................110

Installing The SAS Expander Daughter Card................................................................................................. 111

Control Panel Board..............................................................................................................................................111

Removing The Control Panel Board............................................................................................................... 111

Installing The Control Panel Board................................................................................................................ 112

System Board........................................................................................................................................................113

Removing The System Board.........................................................................................................................113

Installing The System Board.......................................................................................................................... 114

4 Troubleshooting Your System...............................................................................................116

Safety First—For You And Your System............................................................................................................... 116

Troubleshooting System Startup Failure.............................................................................................................. 116

Troubleshooting External Connections.................................................................................................................116

Troubleshooting The Video Subsystem................................................................................................................116

Troubleshooting A USB Device............................................................................................................................ 116

Troubleshooting A Serial I/O Device.................................................................................................................... 117

Troubleshooting A Wet System............................................................................................................................117

Troubleshooting A Damaged System................................................................................................................... 118

Troubleshooting The System Battery................................................................................................................... 119

Troubleshooting Power Supplies..........................................................................................................................119

Troubleshooting Cooling Problems.......................................................................................................................119

Troubleshooting Cooling Fans.............................................................................................................................. 120

Troubleshooting System Memory.........................................................................................................................120

Troubleshooting An Internal USB Key..................................................................................................................121

Troubleshooting An SD Card................................................................................................................................ 121

Troubleshooting An Optical Drive.........................................................................................................................122

Troubleshooting A Hard Drive.............................................................................................................................. 122

Troubleshooting A Storage Controller..................................................................................................................123

Troubleshooting Expansion Cards........................................................................................................................124

Troubleshooting Processors.................................................................................................................................124

5 Using System Diagnostics.....................................................................................................126

Dell Embedded System Diagnostics.....................................................................................................................126

When To Use The Embedded System Diagnostics........................................................................................126

Running The Embedded System Diagnostics.................................................................................................126

System Diagnostic Controls........................................................................................................................... 126

6 Jumpers And Connectors......................................................................................................128

System Board Jumper Settings............................................................................................................................128

System Board Connectors....................................................................................................................................129

Disabling A Forgotten Password.......................................................................................................................... 132

7 Technical Specifications....................................................................................................... 133

8 System Messages...................................................................................................................139

LCD Messages......................................................................................................................................................139

Viewing LCD Messages................................................................................................................................. 139

Removing LCD Messages...............................................................................................................................139

System Error Messages........................................................................................................................................139

Warning Messages...............................................................................................................................................155

Diagnostic Messages...........................................................................................................................................155

Alert Messages.....................................................................................................................................................155

9 Getting help..............................................................................................................................156

Contacting Dell..................................................................................................................................................... 156

Quick Resource Locator.................................................................................................................................156

Locating your system service tag.........................................................................................................................156

Documentation feedback..................................................................................................................................... 157

About Your System

Front-Panel Features And Indicators

Figure 1. Front-Panel Features and Indicators

1

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

1 Power-on indicator, power

button

2 NMI button

3 System identification button The identification buttons on the front and back panels

Icon Description

The power-on indicator lights when the system power is on. The power button controls the power supply output to the system.

NOTE: On ACPI-compliant operating systems, turning off the system using the power button causes the system to perform a graceful shutdown before power to the system is turned off.

Used to troubleshoot software and device driver errors when running certain operating systems. This button can be pressed using the end of a paper clip.

Use this button only if directed to do so by qualified support personnel or by the operating system documentation.

can be used to locate a particular system within a rack. When one of these buttons is pressed, the LCD panel on the front and the system status indicator on the back flashes until one of the buttons is pressed again.

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Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

4 Video connector Allows you to connect a VGA display to the system.

5 LCD menu buttons Allows you to navigate the control panel LCD menu.

6 LCD panel Displays system ID, status information, and system error

7 USB connectors (2) Allows you to connect USB devices to the system. The

8 Enterprise Service Tag A slide-out label panel, which allows you to record system

Icon Description

Press to toggle the system ID on and off. If the system stops responding during POST, press and

hold the system ID button for more than five seconds to enter BIOS progress mode.

To reset iDRAC (if not disabled in F2 iDRAC setup), press and hold the button for more than 15 seconds.

messages. The LCD lights blue during normal system operation. The LCD lights amber when the system needs attention, and the LCD panel displays an error code followed by descriptive text.

NOTE: If the system is connected to a power source and an error is detected, the LCD lights amber regardless of whether the system is turned on or off.

ports are USB 2.0-compliant.

information such as Service Tag, NIC, MAC address, and so on, as per your need.

9 Hard drives (number of

drives will be either 4 or 24 depending on the backplane configurations)

10 Slide lock A lock that pops out the ejector handle for the optical

11 Optical drive (optional) One optional SATA DVD-ROM drive or DVD+/- RW drive.

12 Rack ears Allows you to pull the system out of the rack.

13 vFlash media card slot Allows you to insert a vFlash media card.

2.5 inch hard drives

NOTE: On the backplane supported Flash devices, there are 3 bays in total. The first two bays are for PCIe Flash devices with two sets of drives labelled 0 through 3. The bay 3 is for SAS drives labelled 0 through 15.

drive.

LCD Panel Features

The system's LCD panel provides system information and status and error messages to indicate when the system is operating correctly or when the system needs attention. See System Error Messages for information about specific error codes.

• The LCD backlight lights blue during normal operating conditions and lights amber to indicate an error condition.

• The LCD backlight is off when the system is in standby mode and can be turned on by pressing either the Select, Left, or Right button on the LCD panel.

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• The LCD backlight remains off if LCD messaging is turned off through the iDRAC utility, the LCD panel, or other tools.

Figure 2. LCD Panel Features

Item Button Description 1 Left Moves the cursor back in one-step

increments.

2 Select Selects the menu item highlighted by

the cursor.

3 Right Moves the cursor forward in one-step

increments. During message scrolling:

• Press once to increase scrolling speed

• Press again to stop

• Press again to return to default scrolling speed

• Press again to repeat the cycle

Home Screen

The Home screen displays user-configurable information about the system. This screen is displayed during normal system operation when there are no status messages or errors. When the system is in standby mode, the LCD backlight turns off after five minutes of inactivity if there are no error messages. Press one of the three navigation buttons (Select, Left, or Right) to view the Home screen.

To navigate to the Home screen from another menu, continue to select the up arrow until the Home icon is displayed, and then select the Home icon.

From the Home screen, press the Select button to enter the main menu.

Setup Menu

NOTE: When you select an option in the Setup menu, you must confirm the option before proceeding to the next action.

Option

iDRAC Select DHCP or Static IP to configure the network mode. If Static IP is selected, the available

Description

fields are IP, Subnet (Sub), and Gateway (Gtw). Select Setup DNS to enable DNS and to view domain addresses. Two separate DNS entries are available.

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Option Description

Set error Select SEL to display LCD error messages in a format that matches the IPMI description in the

SEL. This is useful when trying to match an LCD message with an SEL entry. Select Simple to display LCD error messages in a simplified user-friendly description. See

System Error Messages for a list of messages in this format.

Set home Select the default information to be displayed on the LCD Home screen. See View Menu to see

the options and option items that can be set as the default on the Home screen.

View Menu

NOTE: When you select an option in the View menu, you must confirm the option before proceeding to the next action.

Option Description

iDRAC IP Displays the IPv4 or IPv6 addresses for the iDRAC7. Addresses include DNS (Primary and

Secondary), Gateway, IP, and Subnet (IPv6 does not have Subnet).

MAC Displays the MAC addresses for iDRAC, iSCSI, or Network devices.

Name Displays the name of the Host, Model, or User String for the system

Number Displays the Asset tag or the Service tag for the system.

Power Displays the power output of the system in BTU/hr or Watts. The display format can be

configured in the Set home submenu of the Setup menu.

Temperature Displays the temperature of the system in Celsius or Fahrenheit. The display format can be

configured in the Set home submenu of the Setup menu.

Hard-Drive Indicator Patterns

Figure 3. Hard-Drive Indicators

hard-drive activity indicator (green) 2. hard-drive status indicator (green and amber)

1.

NOTE

: If the hard drive is in Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) mode, the status indicator (on the right

side) does not function and remains off.

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Drive-Status Indicator Pattern (RAID Only)

Condition

Blinks green two times per second

Off Drive ready for insertion or removal

Blinks green, amber, and off

Blinks amber four times per second

Blinks green slowly Drive rebuilding

Steady green Drive online

Blinks green three seconds, amber three seconds, and off six seconds

Identifying drive or preparing for removal

NOTE: The drive status indicator remains off until all hard drives are initialized after the system is turned on. Drives are not ready for insertion or removal during this time.

Predicted drive failure

Drive failed

Rebuild aborted

PCIe SSD LED Indicators

Figure 4. PCIe SSD LED Indicators

1. activity indicator 2. status indicator

While the operating system is running, the status indicator provides the current status of the device. The following table lists the device states along with the associated LED indicator codes.

Table 1. PCIe SSD States and LED Indicator Codes

State Name Slot/Device State Status LED (Green) Status LED (Amber) Device status off The server or device is not

powered up.

Device online The device is powered up. On Off

Off Off

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State Name Slot/Device State Status LED (Green) Status LED (Amber) Device identify (blink) The device is identifying the

slot location or is indicating the device has received a Prepare for Removal command from the host operating system.

Device failed The host operating system

no longer has access to the device because the device is not responding or has encountered a critical error condition.

On for 250 msec Off for 250 msec

Off

On for 250 msec Off for 250 msec

Back-Panel Features And Indicators

Figure 5. Back-Panel Features and Indicators

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

1 Power supply (PSU 3 and 4)

2 System identification button The identification buttons on the front and back panels

3 System identification

connector

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Icon Description

AC 750 W, 1100 W, or 1600 W (when

available)

or

DC 1100 W

can be used to locate a particular system within a rack. Press to toggle the system ID on and off.

If the system stops responding during POST, press and hold the system ID button for more than five seconds to enter BIOS progress mode.

To reset iDRAC (if not disabled in F2 iDRAC setup) press and hold the button for more than 15 seconds.

Connects the optional system status indicator assembly through the optional cable management arm.

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

4 Serial connector Allows you to connect a serial device to the system.

5 USB connectors (2) Allows you to connect USB devices to the system. The

Icon Description

ports are USB 2.0-compliant.

6 PCIe expansion card slots (8

or 10 depending on the I/O risers installed)

7 Ethernet connectors (4) Four integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC connectors

8 iDRAC Enterprise port Dedicated management port.

9 Video connector Allows you to connect a VGA display to the system.

10 Power supply (PSU 1 and 2)

Allows you to connect PCI Express expansion cards.

or Four integrated connectors that include:

• Two 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC connectors

• Two 100 Mbps/1 Gbps/10 Gbps SFP+/10 GbE T connectors

NOTE: The port is available for use only if the iDRAC7 Enterprise license is installed on your system.

AC 750 W, 1100 W, or 1600 W (when

available)

or

DC 1100 W

NOTE: You can install only one 1600 W power supply on each side of the system.

NIC Indicator Codes

Figure 6. NIC Indicator

link indicator 2. activity indicator

1.

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Indicator Indicator Code

Link and activity indicators are off

Link indicator is green

Link indicator is amber

Activity indicator is blinking green

The NIC is not connected to the network.

The NIC is connected to a valid network at its maximum port speed (1 Gbps or 10 Gbps).

The NIC is connected to a valid network at less than its maximum port speed.

Network data is being sent or received.

Power Indicator Codes

Each AC power supply has an illuminated translucent handle and each DC power supply (when available) has an LED that serves as an indicator to show whether power is present or whether a power fault has occurred.

Figure 7. AC Power Supply Status Indicator

1. AC power supply status indicator/handle

Figure 8. DC Power Supply Status Indicator

1.

DC power supply status indicator

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Power Indicator Pattern

Not lit Power is not connected.

Green The handle/LED indicator lights green indicating that a valid power source is connected to the

Flashing amber Indicates a problem with the power supply.

Flashing green When hot-adding a power supply, this indicates that the power supply is mismatched with the

Condition

power supply and that the power supply is operational.

CAUTION: When correcting a power supply mismatch, replace only the power supply with the flashing indicator. Swapping the opposite power supply to make a matched pair can result in an error condition and unexpected system shutdown. To change from a High Output configuration to a Low Output configuration or vice versa, you must power down the system.

CAUTION: AC power supplies support both 220 V and 110 V input voltages with the exception of Titanium power supplies, which support only 220 V. When two identical power supplies receive different input voltages, they can output different wattages, and trigger a mismatch.

CAUTION: If two power supplies are used, they must be of the same type and have the same maximum output power.

CAUTION: Combining AC and DC power supplies is not supported and triggers a mismatch.

other power supply (in terms of efficiency, feature set, health status, and supported voltage). Replace the power supply that has the flashing indicator with a power supply that matches the capacity of the other installed power supply.

Using The System Setup and Boot Manager

System Setup enables you to manage your system hardware and specify BIOS-level options. The following keystrokes provide access to system features during startup:

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Keystroke

<F2>

<F10>

<F11>

<F12>

From the System Setup, you can:

• Change the NVRAM settings after you add or remove hardware

• View the system hardware configuration

• Enable or disable integrated devices

• Set performance and power management thresholds

• Manage system security

You can access the System Setup using the:

Description Opens the System Setup page.

Enters System Services and starts Lifecycle Controller, which supports systems management features such as operating system deployment, hardware diagnostics, firmware updates, and platform configuration, using a graphical user interface. The feature set available in Lifecycle Controller is determined by the iDRAC license purchased. For more information, see Related Documentation topic.

Enters the BIOS Boot Manager or the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) Boot Manager, depending on the system's boot configuration.

Starts Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) boot.

• Standard graphical browser, which is enabled by default

• Text browser, which is enabled using Console Redirection

To enable Console Redirection, in System Setup, select System BIOS → Serial Communication screen → Serial Communication, select On with Console Redirection.

NOTE: By default, help text for the selected field is displayed in the graphical browser. To view the help text in the text browser, press <F1>.

Choosing The System Boot Mode

System Setup enables you to specify the boot mode for installing your operating system:

• BIOS boot mode (the default) is the standard BIOS-level boot interface.

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• UEFI boot mode is an enhanced 64-bit boot interface based on Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) specifications that overlays the system BIOS.

You must select the boot mode in the Boot Mode field of the Boot Settings screen of System Setup. Once you specify the boot mode, the system boots in the specified boot mode and you then proceed to install your operating system from that mode. Thereafter, you must boot the system in the same boot mode (BIOS or UEFI) to access the installed operating system. Trying to boot the operating system from the other boot mode will cause the system to halt at startup.

NOTE: Operating systems must be UEFI-compatible to be installed from the UEFI boot mode. DOS and 32-bit operating systems do not support UEFI and can only be installed from the BIOS boot mode.

NOTE: For the latest information on supported operating systems, go to dell.com/ossupport.

Entering System Setup

1. Turn on or restart your system.

2. Press <F2> immediately after you see the following message:

<F2> = System Setup

If your operating system begins to load before you press <F2>, allow the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again.

Responding To Error Messages

If an error message is displayed while the system is booting, make a note of the message. For more information, see System Error Messages.

NOTE: After installing a memory upgrade, it is normal for your system to display a message the first time you start your system.

Using The System Setup Navigation Keys

Keys Action

Up arrow Moves to the previous field.

Down arrow Moves to the next field.

<Enter> Allows you to type in a value in the selected field (if applicable) or follow the link in the field.

Spacebar Expands or collapses a drop-down menu, if applicable.

<Tab> Moves to the next focus area.

NOTE: For the standard graphics browser only.

<Esc> Moves to the previous page till you view the main screen. Pressing <Esc> in the main screen

displays a message that prompts you to save any unsaved changes and restarts the system.

<F1> Displays the System Setup help file.

NOTE: For most of the options, any changes that you make are recorded but do not take effect until you restart the system.

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System Setup Options

System Setup Main Screen

NOTE: Press <Alt><F> to reset the BIOS or UEFI settings to their default settings.

Menu Item Description

System BIOS This option is used to view and configure BIOS settings.

iDRAC Settings This option is used to view and configure iDRAC settings.

Device Settings This option is used to view and configure device settings.

System BIOS Screen

NOTE: The options for System Setup change based on the system configuration.

NOTE: System Setup defaults are listed under their respective options in the following sections, where applicable.

Menu Item Description

System Information Displays information about the system such as the system model name, BIOS version, Service

Tag, and so on.

Memory Settings Displays information and options related to installed memory.

Processor Settings Displays information and options related to the processor such as speed, cache size, and so

on.

SATA Settings Displays options to enable or disable the integrated SATA controller and ports.

Boot Settings Displays options to specify the boot mode (BIOS or UEFI). Enables you to modify UEFI and BIOS

boot settings.

Integrated Devices Displays options to enable or disable integrated device controllers and ports, and to specify

related features and options.

Serial Communication Displays options to enable or disable the serial ports and specify related features and options.

System Profile Settings

System Security Displays options to configure the system security settings like, system password, setup

Miscellaneous Settings

Displays options to change the processor power management settings, memory frequency, and so on.

password, TPM security, and so on. It also enables or disables support for local BIOS update, the power and NMI buttons on the system.

Displays options to change the system date, time, and so on.

System Information Screen

Menu Item

System Model Name Displays the system model name.

Description

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Menu Item Description

System BIOS Version Displays the BIOS version installed on the system.

System Service Tag Displays the system Service Tag.

System Manufacturer Displays the name of the system manufacturer.

System Manufacturer Contact Information

Displays the contact information of the system manufacturer.

Memory Settings Screen

Menu Item Description

System Memory Size Displays the amount of memory installed in the system.

System Memory Type Displays the type of memory installed in the system.

System Memory Speed

System Memory Voltage

Video Memory Displays the amount of video memory.

System Memory Testing

Memory Operating Mode

Displays the system memory speed.

Displays the system memory voltage.

Specifies whether system memory tests are run during system boot. Options are Enabled and Disabled. By default, the System Memory Testing option is set to Disabled.

Specifies the memory operating mode. The options available depending on the memory configuration of your system are Optimizer Mode, Advanced ECC Mode, Mirror Mode, Partial Mirror Mode, Spare Mode, and Spare with Advanced ECC Mode. By default, the Memory Operating Mode option is set to Optimizer Mode.

NOTE: The Memory Operating Mode can have different defaults and available options based on the memory configuration.

Node Interleaving If this field is Enabled, memory interleaving is supported if a symmetric memory configuration is

installed. If Disabled, the system supports Non-Uniform Memory architecture (NUMA) (asymmetric) memory configurations. By default, Node Interleaving option is set to Disabled.

Processor Settings Screen

Menu Item Description

Logical Processor Allows you to enable or disable logical processors and display the number of logical

processors. If the Logical Processor option is set to Enabled, the BIOS displays all the logical processors. If this option is set to Disabled, the BIOS only displays one logical processor per core. By default, the Logical Processor option is set to Enabled.

QPI Speed Allows you to set the QuickPath Interconnect data rate settings. Processor supports QPI data

rates of 6.4, 7.2, and 8.0 GT/s. By default, the QPI Speed option is set to Maximum data rate.

Virtualization Technology

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Allows you to enable or disable the additional hardware capabilities provided for virtualization. By default, the Virtualization Technology option is set to Enabled.

Menu Item Description

Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch

Hardware Prefetcher Allows you to enable or disable hardware prefetcher. By default, the Hardware Prefetcher

DCU Streamer Prefetcher

DCU IP Prefetcher Allows you to enable or disable Data Cache Unit IP prefetcher. By default, the DCU IP

Execute Disable Allows you enable or disable execute disable memory protection technology. By default, the

Logical Processor Idling

Number of Cores per Processor

Processor 64-bit Support

Processor Core Speed

Processor Bus Speed Displays the bus speed of the processors.

Allows you to optimize the system for applications that require high utilization of sequential memory access. By default, the Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch option is set to Enabled. You can disable this option for applications that require high utilization of random memory access.

option is set to Enabled.

Allows you to enable or disable Data Cache Unit streamer prefetcher. By default, the DCU Streamer Prefetcher option is set to Enabled.

Prefetcher option is set to Enabled.

Execute Disable option is set to Enabled.

Allows you to enable or disable the OS capability to put logical processors in the idling state in order to reduce power consumption. By default, the option is set to Disabled.

Allows you to control the number of enabled cores in each processor. By default, the Number of Cores per Processor option is set to All.

Specifies if the processor(s) support 64-bit extensions.

Displays the maximum core frequency of the processor.

NOTE: The processor bus speed option displays only when all four processors are installed.

Processor 1

Family-ModelStepping

Brand Displays the brand name reported by the processor.

Level 2 Cache Displays the total L2 cache.

Level 3 Cache Displays the total L3 cache.

Number of Cores Displays the number of cores per processor.

NOTE: The following settings are displayed for each processor installed in the system.

Displays the family, model and stepping of the processor as defined by Intel.

SATA Settings Screen

Menu Item Description

Embedded SATA Allows the embedded SATA to be set to Off, ATA, AHCI, or RAID mode. By default, Embedded

SATA is set to AHCI Mode.

Port A Auto enables BIOS support for the optical device attached to SATA port A. By default, Port A is

set to Auto.

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Boot Settings Screen

Menu Item Description

Boot Mode Allows you to set the boot mode of the system.

CAUTION: Switching the boot mode may prevent the system from booting if the operating system is not installed in the same boot mode.

If the operating system supports UEFI, you can set this option to UEFI. Setting this field to BIOS allows compatibility with non-UEFI operating systems. By default, the Boot Mode option is set to BIOS.

NOTE: Setting this field to UEFI disables BIOS Boot Settings menu. Setting this field to BIOS disables the UEFI Boot Settings menu.

Boot Sequence Retry Allows you to enable or disable the boot sequence retry feature. If this field is enabled and the

system fails to boot, the system reattempts the boot sequence after 30 seconds. By default, the Boot Sequence Retry option is set to Disabled.

BIOS Boot Settings Allows you to enable or disable BIOS Boot options.

NOTE: This option is enabled only if the boot mode is BIOS.

UEFI Boot Settings Allows you to enable or disable UEFI Boot options. The Boot options include IPv4 PXE and IPv6

PXE. By default, the UEFI PXE boot protocol is set to IPv4.

NOTE: This option is enabled only if the boot mode is UEFI.

One-Time Boot Allows you to enable or disable a one-time boot from a selected device.

Integrated Devices Screen

Menu Item Description

Integrated RAID Controller

User Accessible USB Ports

Internal USB Port Allows you to enable or disable the internal USB port. By default, the Internal USB Port option

Internal SD Card Port Enables or disables the system’s internal SD card port. By default, Internal SD Card Port option

Internal SD Card Redundancy

Allows you to enable or disable the integrated RAID controller. By default, the Integrated RAID Controller option is set to Enabled.

Allows you enable or disable the user accessible USB ports. Selecting Only Back Ports On disables the front USB ports and selecting All Ports Off disables both front and back USB ports. By default, the User Accessible USB Ports option is set to All Ports On.

is set to On.

NOTE: This option is displayed only if IDSDM is installed on the system board.

If set to Mirror mode, data is written on both SD cards. If any one of the SD card fails, data is written to the active SD card. Data from this card is copied to the replacement SD card at the next boot. By default, Internal SD Card Redundancy option is set to Mirror.

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Menu Item Description

NOTE: This option is displayed only if IDSDM is installed on the system board.

Integrated Network Card 1

OS Watchdog Timer Allows you to enable or disable the OS watchdog timer. When this field is enabled, the

I/OAT DMA Engine Allows you to enable or disable the I/O Acceleration Technology (i/OAT) option. By default

Embedded Video Controller

SR-IOV Global Enable Allows you to enable or disable the BIOS configuration of Single Root I/O Virtualization (SR-

Slot Disablement Allows you to enable or disable available PCIe slots on your system. The Slot Disablement

Allows you to enable or disable the integrated network card 1. By default, the Integrated Network Card 1 option is set to Enabled.

operating system initializes the timer and the OS watchdog timer helps in recovering the operating system. By default, the OS Watchdog Timer option is set to Disabled.

I/OAT DMA Engine it is disabled.

Allows you to enable or disable the Embedded Video Controller. By default, the embedded video controller is Enabled.

IOV) devices. By default, the SR-IOV Global Enable option is set to Disabled.

feature controls the configuration of PCIe cards installed in the specified slot.

CAUTION: Slot disablement must be used only when the installed peripheral card is preventing booting into the Operating System or causing delays in system startup. If the slot is disabled, both the Option ROM and UEFI driver are disabled.

Serial Communications Screen

Menu Item Description

Serial Communication Allows you to select serial communication devices (Serial Device 1 and Serial Device 2) in the

BIOS. BIOS console redirection can also be enabled and the port address can be specified. By default, Serial Communication option is set to On without Console Redirection.

Serial Port Address Allows you to set the port address for serial devices. By default, the Serial Port Address option

is set to Serial Device 1=COM2, Serial Device 2=COM1.

NOTE: Only Serial Device 2 can be used for Serial Over LAN (SOL). To use console redirection by SOL, configure the same port address for console redirection and the serial device.

External Serial Connector

Failsafe Baud Rate Displays the failsafe baud rate for console redirection. The BIOS attempts to determine the

Remote Terminal Type

Allows you to associate the external serial connector to serial device 1, serial device 2, or remote access device. By default, the External Serial Connector option is set to Serial Device1.

NOTE: Only Serial Device 2 can be used for SOL. To use console redirection by SOL, configure the same port address for console redirection and the serial device.

baud rate automatically. This failsafe baud rate is used only if the attempt fails and the value must not be changed. By default, the Failsafe Baud Rate option is set to 11520.

Allows you to set the remote console terminal type. By default, the Remote Terminal Type option is set to VT 100/VT 220.

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Menu Item Description

Redirection After Boot

Allows you to enable or disable to the BIOS console redirection when the operating system is loaded. By default, the Redirection After Boot option is set to Enabled.

System Profile Settings Screen

Menu Item Description

System Profile Allows you to set the system profile. If you set the System Profile option to a mode other than

Custom, the BIOS automatically sets the rest of the options. You can only change the rest of the options if the mode is set to Custom. By default, the System Profile option is set to Performance Per Watt Optimized (DAPC). DAPC is Dell Active Power Controller.

NOTE: The following parameters are available only when the System Profile is set to Custom.

CPU Power Management

Memory Frequency Allows you to set the memory frequency. By default, the Memory Frequency option is set to

Turbo Boost Allows you to enable or disable the processor to operate in turbo boost mode. By default, the

C1E Allows you to enable or disable the processor to switch to a minimum performance state when

Allows you to set the CPU power management. By default, the CPU Power Management option is set to System DBPM (DAPC). DBPM is Demand-Based Power Management.

Maximum Performance.

Turbo Boost option is set to Enabled.

it is idle. By default, the C1E option is set to Enabled.

C States Allows you to enable or disable the processor to operate in all available power states. By

default, the C States option is set to Enabled.

Monitor/Mwait Allows you to enable Monitor/Mwait instructions in the processor. By default, the Monitor/

Mwait option is set to Enabled for all system profiles, except Custom.

NOTE: This option can be disabled only if the C States option in Custom mode is disabled.

NOTE: When C States is enabled in Custom mode, changing the Monitor/Mwait setting does not impact system power/performance.

Memory Patrol Scrub Allows you to set the memory patrol scrub frequency. By default, the Memory Patrol Scrub

option is set to Standard.

Memory Refresh Rate Allows you to set the memory refresh rate. By default, the Memory Refresh Rate option is set to

1x.

Memory Operating Voltage

Collaborative CPU Performance Control

Allows you to set the DIMM voltage selection. When set to Auto, the system automatically sets the system voltage to the optimal setting based on the DIMM capacity and the number of DIMMs installed. By default, the Memory Operating Voltage option is set to Auto.

When set to Enabled, the CPU power management is controlled by the OS DBPM and the System DBPM (DAPC). By default, the option is set to Disabled.

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System Security Screen

Menu Item Description

Intel AES-NI The Intel AES-NI option improves the speed of applications by performing encryption and

decryption using the Advanced Encryption Standard Instruction Set and is set to Enabled by default.

System Password Allows you to set the system password. This option is read-only if the password jumper is not

installed in the system.

Setup Password Allows you to set the setup password. This option is read-only if the password jumper is not

installed in the system.

Password Status Allows you to lock the system password. By default, the Password Status option is set to

Unlocked.

TPM Security Allows you to control the reporting mode of the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). By default, the

TPM Security option is set to Off. You can only modify the TPM Status, TPM Activation, and Intel TXT fields if the TPM Status field is set to either On with Pre-boot Measurements or On without Pre-boot Measurements.

NOTE: If, On with Pre-boot measurements or On without Pre-boot measurements option is selected following warning message is displayed: A system password or setup

password is recommended with this TPM security settings.

TPM Activation Allows you to change the operational state of the TPM. By default, the TPM Activation option is

set to No Change.

TPM Status Displays the TPM status.

TPM Clear

Intel TXT Allows you enable or disable Intel Trusted Execution Technology. To enable Intel TXT,

Power Button Allows you to enable or disable the power button on the front of the system. By default, the

NMI Button Allows you to enable or disable the NMI button on the front of the system. By default, the NMI

AC Power Recovery Allows you to set how the system reacts after AC power is restored to the system. By default,

AC Power Recovery Delay

User Defined Delay (60s to 240s)

CAUTION: Clearing the TPM results in loss of all keys in the TPM. The loss of TPM keys may affect booting to the operating system.

Allows you to clear all the contents of the TPM. By default, the TPM Clear option is set to No.

Virtualization Technology must be enabled and TPM Security must be Enabled with Pre-boot measurements. By default, the Intel TXT option is set to Off.

Power Button option is set to Enabled.

Button option is set to Disabled.

the AC Power Recovery option is set to Last.

Allows you to set how the system supports staggering of power-up after AC power is restored to the system. By default, the AC Power Recovery Delay option is set to Immediate.

Allows you to set the User Defined Delay when the User Defined option for AC Power Recovery Delay is selected. By default, the User Defined Delay (60s to 240s) option is set to 60.

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Miscellaneous Settings

Menu Item Description

System Time Allows you to set the time on the system.

System Date Allows you to set the date on the system.

Asset Tag Displays the asset tag and allows you to modify it for security and tracking purposes.

Keyboard NumLock Allows you to set whether the system boots with the NumLock enabled or disabled. By default

the Keyboard NumLock is set to On.

NOTE: This option does not apply to 84-key keyboards.

Report Keyboard Errors

F1/F2 Prompt on Error Allows you to enable or disable the F1/F2 prompt on error. By default, F1/F2 Prompt on Error is

In-System Characterization

Allows you to set whether keyboard-related error messages are reported during system boot. By default, the Report Keyboard Errors option is set to Report.

set to Enabled.

This option enables or disables In-System Characterization. By default, In-System Characterization is set to Enabled.

System And Setup Password Features

You can create a system password and a setup password to secure your system. To enable creation of the system and setup password, the password jumper must be set to enabled. For more information on the password jumper settings, see System Board Jumper Settings.

System password This is the password that you must enter before you can boot your system.

Setup password This is the password that you must enter to access and make changes to the BIOS or UEFI

settings of your system.

CAUTION: The password features provide a basic level of security for the data on your system.

CAUTION: Anyone can access the data stored on your system if the system is running and unattended.

NOTE: Your system is shipped with the system and setup password feature disabled.

Assigning A System And/Or Setup Password

NOTE: The password jumper enables or disables the System Password and Setup Password features. For more information on the password jumper settings, see System Board Jumper Settings.

You can assign a new System Password and/or Setup Password or change an existing System Password and/or Setup Password only when the password jumper setting is enabled and Password Status is Unlocked. If the Password Status is Locked, you cannot change the System Password and/or Setup Password.

If the password jumper setting is disabled, the existing System Password and Setup Password is deleted and you need not provide the system password to boot the system.

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To assign a system and/or setup password:

1. To enter System Setup, press <F2> immediately after a power-on or reboot.

2. In the System Setup Main Menu, select System BIOS and press <Enter>.

The System BIOS screen is displayed.

3. In the System BIOS screen, select System Security and press <Enter>.

The System Security screen is displayed.

4. In the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is Unlocked.

5. Select System Password , enter your system password, and press <Enter> or <Tab>.

Use the following guidelines to assign the system password:

• A password can have up to 32 characters.

• The password can contain the numbers 0 through 9.

• Only lower case letters are valid, upper case letters are not allowed.

• Only the following special characters are allowed: space, (”), (+), (,), (-), (.), (/), (;), ([), (\), (]), (`).

A message prompts you to re-enter the system password.

6. Re-enter the system password that you entered earlier and click OK.

7. Select Setup Password, enter your system password and press <Enter> or <Tab>.

A message prompts you to re-enter the setup password.

8. Re-enter the setup password that you entered earlier and click OK.

9. Press <Esc> to return to the System BIOS screen. Press <Esc> again, and a message prompts you to save the

changes.

NOTE: Password protection does not take effect until the system reboots.

Deleting Or Changing An Existing System And/Or Setup Password

Ensure that the Password jumper is set to enabled and the Password Status is Unlocked before attempting to delete or change the existing System and/or Setup password. You cannot delete or change an existing System or Setup password if the Password Status is Locked. To delete or change the existing System and/or Setup password:

1. To enter System Setup, press <F2> immediately after a power-on or restart.

2. In the System Setup Main Menu, select System BIOS and press <Enter>.

The System BIOS screen is displayed.

3. In the System BIOS Screen, select System Security and press <Enter>.

The System Security screen is displayed.

4. In the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is Unlocked.

5. Select System Password, alter or delete the existing system password and press <Enter> or <Tab>.

6. Select Setup Password, alter or delete the existing setup password and press <Enter> or <Tab>.

NOTE: If you change the System and/or Setup password a message prompts you to re-enter the new password. If you delete the System and/or Setup password, a message prompts you to confirm the deletion.

7. Press <Esc> to return to the System BIOS screen. Press <Esc> again, and a message prompts you to save the

changes.

NOTE: You can disable password security while logging on to the system. To disable the password security, turn on or reboot your system, type your password and press <Ctrl><Enter>.

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Using Your System Password To Secure Your System

NOTE: If you have assigned a setup password, the system accepts your setup password as an alternate system password.

1. Turn on or reboot your system.

2. Type your password and press <Enter>.

When Password Status is Locked, type the password and press <Enter> when prompted at reboot. If an incorrect system password is entered, the system displays a message and prompts you to re-enter your password.

You have three attempts to enter the correct password. After the third unsuccessful attempt, the system displays an error message that the system has halted and must be powered down.

Even after you shut down and restart the system, the error message is displayed until the correct password is entered.

NOTE: You can use the Password Status option in conjunction with the System Password and Setup Password options to protect your system from unauthorized changes.

Operating With A Setup Password Enabled

If Setup Password is Enabled, enter the correct setup password before modifying most of the System Setup options. If you do not enter the correct password in three attempts, the system displays the message

Invalid Password! Number of unsuccessful password attempts: <x> System Halted! Must power down.

Even after you shut down and restart the system, the error message is displayed until the correct password is entered. The following options are exceptions:

• If System Password is not Enabled and is not locked through the Password Status option, you can assign a system password.

• You cannot disable or change an existing system password.

NOTE: You can use the Password Status option in conjunction with the Setup Password option to protect the system password from unauthorized changes.

Entering The UEFI Boot Manager

NOTE: Operating systems must be 64-bit UEFI-compatible (for example, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 x64 version) to be installed from the UEFI boot mode. DOS and 32-bit operating systems can only be installed from the BIOS boot mode.

The Boot Manager enables you to:

• Add, delete, and arrange boot options.

• Access System Setup and BIOS-level boot options without restarting.

To enter the Boot Manager:

1. Turn on or restart your system.

2. Press <F11> after you see the following message:

<F11> = UEFI Boot Manager

If your operating system begins to load before you press <F11>, allow the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again.

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Using The Boot Manager Navigation Keys

Key Description

Up arrow Moves to the previous field.

Down arrow Moves to the next field.

<Enter> Allows you to type in a value in the selected field (if applicable) or follow the link in the field.

Spacebar Expands or collapses a drop-down list, if applicable.

<Tab> Moves to the next focus area.

NOTE: For the standard graphics browser only.

<Esc> Moves to the previous page till you view the main screen. Pressing <Esc> in the main screen

exits the Boot Manager and proceeds with system boot.

<F1> Displays the System Setup help file.

NOTE: For most of the options, any changes that you make are recorded but do not take effect until you restart the system.

Boot Manager Screen

Menu Item Description

Continue Normal Boot

BIOS Boot Menu Displays the list of available BIOS boot options (marked with asterisks). Select the boot option

UEFI Boot Menu Displays the list of available UEFI boot options (marked with asterisks). Select the boot option

Driver Health Menu Displays a list of the drivers installed on the system and their health status.

Launch System Setup Enables you to access the System Setup.

Launch Lifecycle controller

System Utilities Enables you to access the BIOS Update File Explorer, run the Dell Diagnostics program, and

The system attempts to boot to devices starting with the first item in the boot order. If the boot attempt fails, the system continues with the next item in the boot order until the boot is successful or no more boot options are found.

you wish to use and press <Enter>.

you wish to use and press <Enter>. The UEFI Boot Menu enables you to Add Boot Option, Delete Boot Option, or Boot From File.

Enables you to access the Lifecycle Controller menu.

reboot the system.

UEFI Boot menu

Menu Item

Select UEFI Boot Option

Description

Displays the list of available UEFI boot options (marked with asterisks), select the boot option you wish to use and press <Enter>.

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Menu Item Description

Add Boot Option Adds a new boot option.

Delete Boot Option Deletes an existing boot option.

Boot From File Sets a one-time boot option not included in the boot option list.

Embedded System Management

The Dell Lifecycle Controller provides advanced embedded systems management throughout the server’s lifecycle. The Lifecycle Controller can be started during the boot sequence and can function independently of the operating system.

NOTE: Certain platform configurations may not support the full set of features provided by the Lifecycle Controller.

For more information about setting up the Lifecycle Controller, configuring hardware and firmware, and deploying the operating system, see the Lifecycle Controller documentation at dell.com/support/manuals.

iDRAC Settings Utility

The iDRAC Settings utility is an interface to set up and configure the iDRAC parameters using UEFI. You can enable or disable various iDRAC parameters using the iDRAC Settings Utility.

NOTE: Accessing some of the features on the iDRAC Settings Utility requires the iDRAC7 Enterprise License upgrade.

For more information on using iDRAC, see the

iDRAC7 User's Guide

at dell.com/esmmanuals.

Entering The iDRAC Settings Utility

1. Turn on or restart the managed system.

2. Press <F2> during Power-on Self-test (POST).

3. In the System Setup Main Menu page, click iDRAC Settings.

The iDRAC Settings screen is displayed.

Changing The Thermal Settings

The iDRAC Settings utility enables you to select and customize the thermal control settings for your system.

1. Enter the iDRAC Settings utility.

2. Under iDRAC Settings → Thermal → User Option, select between the following options:

• Default

• Maximum Exhaust Temperature

• Fan Speed Offset

NOTE: When the User Option is set to the default Auto setting, the user option cannot be modified.

3. Set the Maximum Air Exhaust Temperature or the Fan Speed Offset fields.

4. Click Back → Finish → Yes.

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Installing System Components

Recommended Tools

You may need the following items to perform the procedures in this section:

• Key to the system keylock

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• 10 in-lb. torque tool

• Wrist grounding strap connected to ground

You may need the following tools for assembling cables for a DC power supply unit (PSU), when available:

• AMP 90871-1 hand-crimping tool or equivalent

• Wire-stripper pliers capable of removing insulation from size 10 AWG solid or stranded, insulated copper wire

NOTE: Use alpha wire part number 3080 or equivalent (65/30 stranding).

Front Bezel (Optional)

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Removing The Front Bezel

1. Unlock the keylock at the left end of the bezel.

2. Lift the release latch adjacent to the keylock.

3. Rotate the left end of the bezel away from the front panel.

4. Unhook the right end of the bezel and pull the bezel away from the system.

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Figure 9. Removing and Installing the Front Bezel

1. release latch 2. front bezel

3. locking hooks

Installing The Front Bezel

1. Hook the right end of the bezel onto the chassis.

2. Fit the free end of the bezel onto the chassis.

3. Secure the bezel with the keylock.

Opening And Closing The System

WARNING: Whenever you need to lift the system, get others to assist you. To avoid injury, do not attempt to lift the system by yourself.

WARNING: Opening or removing the system cover when the system is on may expose you to a risk of electric shock.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

CAUTION: Do not operate the system without the cover for a duration exceeding five minutes.

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Opening The System

NOTE: It is recommended that you always use a static mat and static strap while working on components inside the system.

1. Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Rotate the latch release lock counter clockwise to the unlocked position.

3. Lift the latch on top of the system cover and slide the cover toward the back of the system, so that the front hooks

and the hook-slots on the back edge of the cover are out of the chassis.

4. Grasp the cover on both sides and lift the cover away from the system.

Figure 10. Opening and Closing the System

1. system cover 2. latch and release lock

Closing The System

1. Lift the latch on the cover.

2. Place the cover onto the chassis and offset the cover slightly back so that it clears the chassis hooks and lays flush

on the chassis.

3. Slide the cover toward the front of the system so that the chassis hooks on the back edge of the system fit the

corresponding slots on the cover and the hooks on the front edge of the cover fit the corresponding slots on the chassis.

4. Push down the latch to move the cover into the closed position.

5. Rotate the latch release lock in a clockwise direction to secure the cover.

6. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

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Inside The System

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

NOTE: Components that are hot-swappable are marked orange and touch points on the components are marked blue.

Figure 11. Inside the System

1. control panel board 2. SAS expander daughter card (secondary)

3. hard-drive backplane 4. memory riser (8)

5. cooling fan (6) 6. cable management tray

7. memory riser and fan cage 8. NDC

9. left power supply bay 10. left expansion-card riser assembly

11. chassis intrusion switch 12. right expansion-card riser assembly

13. right power supply bay 14. SAS expander daughter card (primary)

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Chassis Intrusion Switch

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

The chassis intrusion switch is located on the Network Daughter Card riser (riser 1), connected to the IO riser card. It is used to detect unauthorized access to the inside of the system. The intrusion is indicated on the Embedded Server Management (ESM) when the chassis cover is open.

NOTE: If the intrusion cable is missing or not plugged-in, a notification is received in the ESM and intrusion status is not logged in the system event log.

Removing And Installing The Chassis Intrusion Switch Cable

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. Locate the intrusion switch on the Network Daughter Card (NDC) riser or riser 1.

NOTE: The chassis intrusion switch is detachable from the NDC riser. Ensure that it is not removed, so that the chassis intrusions are detected.

4. Remove the NDC riser. See Removing the NDC Riser (Riser 1).

The intrusion switch cable is on the I/O riser card.

5. Press and remove the intrusion switch cable connected to the intrusion switch.

The intrusion switch cable is unplugged. It is indicated in the ESM when the system is powered on.

6. Reconnect the intrusion switch cable to the IO riser card.

The intrusion switch cable is connected and the chassis intrusion status is indicated on the ESM when the system is powered on.

7. Install the NDC riser. See Installing the NDC Riser (Riser 1).

8. Close the system.

9. Reconnect your system and peripherals to their electrical outlets, and turn on the system.

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Figure 12. Removing and Installing the Chassis Intrusion Switch

1. chassis intrusion switch 2. NDC riser (riser 1)

3. chassis intrusion switch cable

Cable Management Tray

The cable management tray is located above the processor heat sinks. It is used to route and manage the cables connecting the storage and expansion cards to various connectors on the backplane.

NOTE: Cable management tray also facilitates in maintaining the proper cooling of the system. It helps control airflow to the processors and the expansion-cards on risers, when the risers are installed.

Removing The Cable Management Tray

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. Remove the memory risers. See Removing a Memory Riser.

4. Remove the cooling fans. See Removing A Cooling Fan.

5. Remove the memory riser and fan cage. See Removing the Memory Riser and Fan cage.

6. To open the cable tray cover, press the release tab.

7. Remove the cables routed through the cable tray.

8. Press down on the cable tray hooks to free them of the slots on the side of the chassis wall.

9. Lift the cable tray out of the system.

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Figure 13. Removing and Installing the Cable Management Tray

1. cable tray slot (4) 2. cable tray hook (4)

3. cable tray cover 4. cable tray cover release tab

5. cables (routed)

Installing The Cable Management Tray

1. Position the cable management tray above the processor heat sinks.

2. Lower the cable tray and insert the cable tray hooks into the slots on one side of the chassis.

3. Press the hooks so that they snap into the slots on the other side of the chassis.

4. Open the cable tray cover, using the release tab.

5. Route the required cables through the cable tray.

6. Close the cable tray cover.

7. Install the memory riser and fan cage. See Installing the Memory Riser and Fan cage.

8. Install the cooling fans. See Installing A Cooling Fan.

9. Install the memory risers. See Installing a Memory Riser.

10. Close the system.

11. Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

System Memory

Your system supports DDR3 ECC registered DIMMs (RDIMMs) and load reduced DIMMs (LRDIMMs) at DDR3 (1.5V) and DDR3L (1.35V) voltage specifications. It also supports single, dual, quad and octal rank DIMMs of upto 1600 MHz.

NOTE: MT/s indicates DIMM speed in MegaTransfers per second.

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Memory bus operating frequency can be 1066 MT/s, 1333 MT/s, and 1600 MT/s depending on:

• DIMM type (RDIMM and LRDIMM)

• DIMM configuration (number of ranks)

• Maximum frequency of the DIMMs

• Number of DIMMs populated per channel

• DIMM operating voltage

• System profile selected (for example, Performance Optimized, Custom, or Dense Configuration Optimized)

• Maximum supported DIMM frequency of the processors

The system memory contain 96 memory sockets organized into eight memory risers, split into four sets of two risers per processor. Each memory riser has:

• 12 DIMM sockets arranged into four channels. In each channel, the release levers of the first socket are marked white, the second socket black, and the third socket green.

• Two Scalable Memory Interconnect-2 (SMI-2) ports that help DIMMs to connect with the processor.

• Two Scalable Memory Buffers (SMB) that provide access to the DIMMs.

SMI-2 ports operate in two modes:

NOTE: GT/s indicates memory bus speed in Giga transfers per second.

• Performance Mode (2:1) up to 2.66 GT/s for higher bandwidth.

• Lock Step Mode (1:1) up to 1.33 GT/s for higher DDR3 speeds and better RAS (Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability) features.

The maximum memory that is supported on your system varies according to the sizes of memory modules being used. Single, dual, quad, and octal-rank DIMMs of sizes 4 GB and 8 GB. The system also supports 16 GB RDIMM and 32 GB/64 GB of LRDIMMs memory for a total of up to 6 TB.

NOTE: DIMMs in memory risers A and B are assigned to processor 1, C and D are assigned to processor 2, E and F are assigned to processor 3 and G and H are assigned to processor 4.

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Figure 14. Memory Socket Locations

Memory channels are organized as follows:

Processor 1 channel 0: slots A1, A5, and A9

channel 1: slots A2, A6, and A10

channel 2: slots A3, A7, and A11

channel 3: slots A4, A8, and A12

channel 0: slots B1, B5, and B9

channel 1: slots B2, B6, and B10

channel 2: slots B3, B7, and B11

channel 3: slots B4, B8, and B12

Processor 2 channel 0: slots C1, C5, and C9

channel 1: slots C2, C6, and C10

channel 2: slots C3, B7, and C11

channel 3: slots C4, C8, and C12

channel 0: slots D1, D5, and D9

channel 1: slots D2, D6, and D10

channel 2: slots D3, D7, and D11

channel 3: slots D4, D8, and D12

Processor 3 channel 0: slots E1, E5, and E9

channel 1: slots E2, E6, and E10

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channel 2: slots E3, E7, and E11

channel 3: slots E4, E8, and E12

channel 0: slots F1, F5, and F9

channel 1: slots F2, F6, and F10

channel 2: slots F3, F7, and F11

channel 3: slots F4, F8, and F12

Processor 4 channel 0: slots G1, G5, and G9

channel 1: slots G2, G6, and G10

channel 2: slots G3, G7, and G11

channel 3: slots G4, G8, and G12

channel 0: slots H1, H5, and H9

channel 1: slots H2, H6, and H10

channel 2: slots H3, H7, and H11

channel 3: slots H4, H8, and H12

The following table shows the memory populations and operating frequencies for the supported configurations (Performance Mode (2:1)).

DIMM Type

RDIMM 1 4 GB 1333 and 1066 1333 and 1066 Quad rank

LRDIMM 1 32 GB / 64 GB 1333 and 1066 1333 Quad rank physical

The following table shows the memory populations and operating frequencies for the supported configurations (Lock Step Mode (1:1)).

DIMM Type

RDIMM 1 4 GB 1600 1333 and 1066 Quad rank

DIMMs Populated/ Channel (DPC)

2 8 GB 1333 1066 Dual rank

3 16 GB 1066 Not Applicable Dual rank

2 32 GB / 64 GB 1333 and 1066 1333 Quad rank physical

3 32 GB / 64 GB 1333 and 1066 Not Applicable Quad rank physical

DIMMs Populated/ Channel (DPC)

2 8 GB 1333 1066 Dual rank

3 16 GB 1066 Not Applicable Dual rank

DIMM Size Operating Frequency (in MT/s) Maximum DIMM Rank/

Channel

DDR3 (1.5 V) DDR3 (1.35 V)

DIMM Size Operating Frequency (in MT/s) Maximum DIMM Rank/

Channel

DDR3 (1.5 V) DDR3 (1.35 V)

LRDIMM 1 32 GB / 64 GB 1600 1333 Quad rank physical

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DIMM Type

DIMMs Populated/ Channel (DPC)

2 32 GB / 64 GB 1600 1333 Quad rank physical

3 32 GB / 64 GB 1333 and 1066 Not Applicable Quad rank physical

DIMM Size Operating Frequency (in MT/s) Maximum DIMM Rank/

Channel

DDR3 (1.5 V) DDR3 (1.35 V)

General Memory Module Installation Guidelines

Your system supports Flexible Memory Configuration, enabling the system to be configured and run in any valid chipset architectural configuration. The following are the recommended guidelines for best performance:

• RDIMMs and LRDIMMs must not be mixed.

• x4 and x8 DRAM based DIMMs can be mixed. For more information, see Mode-Specific Guidelines.

• Populate only one quad-rank RDIMM per channel. The quad-rank RDIMM must be populated in the first slot with white release levers, while the second and third slots remain empty.

• Populate up to three dual- or single-rank RDIMMs per channel.

• Up to three quad rank LRDIMMs can be populated per channel.

• Up to three LRDIMMs can be populated regardless of rank count.

• Populate DIMM sockets only if a processor is installed. For dual-processor systems, sockets A1 to A12, B1 to B12 and sockets C1 to C12, D1 to D12 are available. Each processor requires a minimum of 2 DIMMs, which must be identical.

• Populate all sockets with white release lever first, then black, and then green.

• Populate the sockets by highest rank count in the following order — first in sockets with white release levers, then black, and then green. For example, if you want to mix quad-rank and dual-rank LRDIMMs, populate quad-rank LRDIMMs in the sockets with white release tabs and dual-rank LRDIMMs in the sockets with black release tabs.

• The memory configuration for each processor should be identical. For example, if you populate socket A1 and B1 for processor 1, then populate socket C1 and D1 for processor 2, and so on.

• Memory modules of different sizes can be mixed provided that other memory population rules are followed (for example, 4 GB and 8 GB, and 16 GB memory modules can be mixed).

• Populate four DIMMs per processor (one DIMM per channel) at a time to maximize performance.

• If memory modules with different speeds are installed, they will operate at the speed of the slowest installed memory module(s) or slower depending on system DIMM configuration.

Mode-Specific Guidelines

Four memory channels are allocated to each processor. The allowable configurations depend on the memory mode selected.

NOTE: x4 and x8 DRAM based DIMMs can be mixed providing support for RAS features. However, all guidelines for specific RAS features must be followed. x4 DRAM based DIMMs retain Single Device Data Correction (SDDC) in memory optimized (independent channel) mode. x8 DRAM based DIMMs require Advanced ECC mode to gain SDDC.

The following sections provide additional slot population guidelines for each mode.

Advanced ECC (Lockstep)

Advanced ECC mode extends SDDC from x4 DRAM based DIMMs to both x4 and x8 DRAMs. This protects against single DRAM chip failures during normal operation.

Memory installation guidelines:

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• Memory modules must be identical in size, speed, and technology.

• DIMMs installed in memory sockets with white release tabs must be identical and similar rule applies for sockets with black and green release tabs. This ensures that identical DIMMs are installed in matched pairs - for example, A1 with A2, A3 with A4, A5 with A6, and so on.

NOTE: Advanced ECC with Mirroring is supported.

Memory Optimized (Independent Channel) Mode

This mode supports SDDC only for memory modules that use x4 device width and does not impose any specific slot population requirements.

Memory Sparing

NOTE: To use memory sparing, this feature must be enabled in the System Setup.

In this mode, one rank per channel is reserved as a spare. If persistent correctable errors are detected on a rank, the data from this rank is copied to the spare rank and the failed rank is disabled.

With memory sparing enabled, the system memory available to the operating system is reduced by one rank per channel. For example, in a dual-processor configuration with sixteen 4 GB dual-rank DIMMs, the available system memory is: 3/4 (ranks/channel) × 16 (DIMMs) × 4 GB = 48 GB, and not 16 (DIMMs) × 4 GB = 64 GB.

NOTE: Memory sparing does not offer protection against a multi-bit uncorrectable error.

NOTE: Both Advanced ECC/Lockstep and Optimizer modes support Memory Sparing.

Memory Mirroring

Memory Mirroring offers the strongest DIMM reliability mode compared to all other modes, providing improved uncorrectable multi-bit failure protection. In a mirrored configuration, the total available system memory is one half of the total installed physical memory. Half of the installed memory is used to mirror the active DIMMs. In the event of an uncorrectable error, the system will switch over to the mirrored copy. This ensures SDDC and multi-bit protection.

Memory installation guidelines:

• Memory modules must be identical in size, speed, and technology.

• DIMMs installed in memory sockets with white release levers must be identical and similar rule applies for sockets with black and green release tabs. This ensures that identical DIMMs are installed in matched pairs - for example, A1 with A2, A3 with A4, A5 with A6, and so on.

Fault Resilient Memory

Fault Resilient Memory (FRM) mode operates with the parts of redundant system memory, leaving the rest of the system memory in non-mirror mode. It reduces the cost of memory mirroring by mirroring just the critical portion of memory versus mirroring the entire memory space. It provides additional flexibility to optimize cost, performance, or RAS by providing high degree of reliability to memory at lower cost than mirroring the entire system memory.

Memory Mirroring is a RAS feature that enables duplicating memory content at a remote DIMM in the partition. This capability enables high data availability from memory subsystem. Fault Resilient Memory enables you to select the segments of system memory that contains the most critical code.

Sample Memory Configurations

The following table shows sample memory configurations for a single processor that follow the appropriate memory guidelines stated in this section.

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NOTE: DIMMs populated must be identical for each riser. In the mirroring mode, only one of the two CPUs is populated.

NOTE: 64GB LRDIMMs are supported by the system.

Table 2. Memory Configurations—Single Riser

Memory Mode System

Capacity (in GB)

32 4 8 X X X X 48 4 12 X X X X X X 64 4 16 X X X X X X X X 64 8 8 X X X X 96 8 12 X X X X X X 128 8 16 X X X X X X X X 192 8 24 X X X X X X X X X X X X 64 16 4 X X X X

Advanced ECC Lockstep

96 16 6 X X X X X X 128 16 8 X X X X X X X X 128 32 4 X X X X 192 32 6 X X X X X X 256 32 8 X X X X X X X X 384 32 12 X X X X X X X X X X X X

DIMM Size (in GB)

Number of DIMMs DIMM Slot Population for CPU 1 ( Riser A and B)

2

6 10 4 8 12 1 5 9 3 7 11

Optimized Population (Independent Channel)

512 64 8 X X X X 768 64 12 X X X X X X 1024 64 16 X X X X X X X X 1536 64 24 X X X X X X X X X X X X 24 4 6 X X X 32 4 8 X X X X 24 4 6 X X X 32 4 8 X X X X 32 8 4 X X X X 48 8 6 X X X 64 8 8 X X X X 80 8 10 X X X X X 96 16 6 X X X

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Memory Mode System

Capacity (in GB)

128 16 8 X X X X 96 16 6 X X X 128 16 8 X X X X 192 32 6 X X X 256 32 8 X X X X 192 32 6 X X X 256 32 8 X X X X 384 32 12 X X X X X X 384 64 6 X X X 512 64 8 X X X X 768 64 12 X X X X X X

1024 64 16 X X X X X X X X 1536 64 24 X X X X X X X X X X X X 32

64 4 16 X X X X X X X X

DIMM Size (in GB)

4 8 X X X X

Number of DIMMs DIMM Slot Population for CPU 1 ( Riser A and B)

Mirroring and Partial Mirroring

96 4 24 X X X X X X X X X X X X 64 8 8 X X X X 128 8 16 X X X X X X X X 192 8 24 X X X X X X X X X X X X 128 16 8 X X X X 256 16 16 X X X X X X X X 384 16 24 X X X X X X X X X X X X 256 32 8 X X X X 512 32 16 X X X X X X X X 768 32 24 X X X X X X X X X X X X 512 64 8 X X X X 1024 64 16 X X X X X X X X 1536 64 24 X X X X X X X X X X X X

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Removing A Memory-Riser Blank

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1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. Locate the memory riser blank in the memory cage.

4. Holding the slots on the memory riser blank, lift the memory-riser blank out of the system.

Figure 15. Removing and Installing the Memory Riser Blank

1. memory riser blank 2. riser guide

3. connector protective cap

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Installing A Memory-Riser Blank

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1. Align the memory-riser blank with the guides on the memory riser cage.

2. Insert the memory-riser blank firmly into the guide until it is fully seated.

3. Close the system.

4. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Removing A Memory Riser

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1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. Locate the memory riser in the memory cage.

4. For smooth releasing of handle, press the handle lock and then slide.

5. To release the memory riser handle, slide the handle lock on the memory riser, in the direction of arrow.

The memory riser handle pops out in the upward direction.

6. Hold the handle and pull the memory riser out of the chassis.

CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty memory-riser slots must have memory-riser blanks installed.

7. If applicable, install a memory-riser blank.

8. Close the system.

9. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

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Figure 16. Removing and Installing the Memory Riser

1. memory riser handle 2. memory riser handle lock

3. memory riser guide

Installing A Memory Riser

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. If applicable, remove the memory-riser blank and orange protective cap on the memory riser connector.

CAUTION: Before installing the memory riser, you must ensure that the memory module socket ejectors are in the locked position. Also ensure cables from the hard drive backplane are placed in the cable latch and closed.

CAUTION: Use the memory riser handle, while installing and removing the memory risers. Handling the memory riser without using the handle may cause injury.

4. Hold the memory riser by the handle and align it with the memory-riser guide.

Check for the Airflow direction arrow on the memory riser.

5. Hold by the handle, insert the memory riser firmly into the memory-riser guide until it is fully seated in the connector

on the system board.

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6. Press the handle down by pushing on the blue touch points and sliding the handle lock until it clicks into the locked

position.

NOTE: If the memory riser is not aligned with the riser guide, the memory riser will not slide smoothly into the slot. If the memory riser handle does not move down, check if the memory riser is properly seated in the memory-riser guide. The handle gets locked only when the memory riser is seated in the connector.

7. Close the system.

8. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Removing Memory Modules From The Memory Riser

WARNING: The memory modules are hot to the touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components or metallic contacts on the memory module.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

CAUTION: To ensure proper system cooling, memory-module blanks must be installed in any memory socket that is not occupied. Remove memory-module blanks only if you intend to install memory modules in those sockets.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and

peripherals.

2. Open the system.

3. Locate and remove the memory risers. See Removing a Memory Riser.

4. To open the memory riser:

a. Push the DIMM release tabs on the memory riser in the direction of the arrows. b. Open the memory riser cover.

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Figure 17. Opening and Closing the Memory Riser

1. memory riser release tabs 2. memory riser cover

3. memory riser handle

5. Locate the appropriate memory-module socket(s).

6. To release the memory-module blank from the socket, simultaneously press the ejectors on both ends of the

memory module socket.

CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, making sure not to touch the middle of the memory module or metallic contacts. To avoid damaging the memory module, handle only one memory module at a time.

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Figure 18. Ejecting The Memory Module

1. memory module 2. memory-module socket ejectors (2)

3. memory-module socket

7. If a memory module or a memory-module blank is installed in the socket, remove it.

NOTE: Retain the removed memory-module blank(s) for future use.

Figure 19. Removing The Memory Module

1. memory module/memory-module blank

8. Install memory-module blanks in vacant memory-module socket(s) to ensure proper system cooling..

9. Close the memory riser cover.

10. Install the memory risers. See Installing a Memory Riser.

11. Close the system.

12. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Installing Memory Modules

WARNING: The memory modules are hot to the touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components or metallic contacts on the memory module.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

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CAUTION: To ensure proper system cooling, memory-module blanks must be installed in any memory socket that is not occupied. Remove memory-module blanks only if you intend to install memory modules in those sockets.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. Locate and remove the memory riser.

4. Push the DIMM release tabs on the memory riser and lift the memory riser cover in the direction of the arrows.

5. Locate the memory-module sockets.

CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, making sure not to touch the middle of the memory module or metallic contacts. To avoid damaging the memory module, handle only one memory module at a time.

6. If a memory module or a memory-module blank is installed in the socket, remove it.

NOTE: Retain removed memory-module blank(s) for future use.

7. Align the memory-module's edge connector with the alignment key on the memory-module socket, and insert the

memory module in the socket.

NOTE: The memory-module socket has an alignment key that allows you to install the memory module in the socket in only one orientation.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory-module socket during installation, apply pressure at both ends of the memory module evenly. Do not apply pressure to the center of the memory module.

8. Press down on the memory module with your thumbs until the memory module snaps into place.

Figure 20. Installing The Memory Module

1. memory module 2. memory-module ejectors

3. memory-module socket alignment key 4. memory-module alignment key

NOTE

: When the memory module is properly seated in the socket, the levers on the memory-module socket

align with the levers on the other identical sockets that have memory modules installed.

9. Repeat step 5 through step 8 of this procedure to install the remaining memory modules.

10. Close the memory riser cover.

11. Install the memory riser.

12. Close the system.

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13. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.

14. Press <F2> to enter the System Setup, and check the memory settings.

The system should have already changed the value to reflect the newly installed memory.

15. If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Repeat step 5 through

step 8 of this procedure, checking to ensure that the memory modules are firmly seated in their sockets.

16. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see Using System Diagnostics.

Memory Riser And Fan Cage

Memory riser cage and fan cage (single unit) is located inside the system between the hard-drive backplane and the cable management tray, that is above the processor heat sinks.

Removing The Memory Riser And Fan Cage

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. If applicable, remove the memory-riser blanks.

4. Remove memory risers.

5. Remove cooling fans.

6. Remove the memory riser and fan cage.

7. Remove the cable management tray.

8. Remove the backplane cables connected to the system board through the cage.

9. Locate the handle lock on the cage and slide the lock in the direction of the arrow.

10. Lift the cage holding the cage-handle and the back of the cage. Pull the memory riser and fan cage out of the

system chassis.

NOTE: As the cage handle is located off-center, use the back of the cage to remove the memory riser and fan cage.

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Figure 21. Removing and Installing the Memory Riser and Fan Cage

1. memory riser and fan cage handle 2. fan cage

3. memory riser and fan cage back handle 4. handle lock

5. cage guides on the side of the chassis

Installing The Memory Riser And Fan Cage

NOTE: Before installing the memory riser and fan cage, ensure there are no loose cables from the hard-drive backplane. If the cables are not latched, the cage will not seat firmly into the chassis.

1. Lift the cage using the handle and align the memory riser and fan cage with the guides on the side of the chassis.

2. Using the handle, lower the memory riser and fan cage into the system until it is firmly seated on top of the fan tray

on the system board.

3. Slide back the cage handle to its position, so that the handle lock snaps in locked position.

4. Install memory risers.

5. If applicable, install the memory-riser blanks.

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6. Install cooling fans.

7. Close the system.

8. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Hard Drives

All hard drives connect to the system board through the hard-drive backplane. Hard drives are supplied in hotswappable hard-drive carriers that fit in the hard-drive slots.

CAUTION: Before attempting to remove or install a hard drive while the system is running, see the documentation for the storage controller card to ensure that the host adapter is configured correctly to support hot-swap hard drive removal and insertion.

CAUTION: Do not turn off or reboot your system while the hard drive is being formatted. Doing so can cause a hard drive failure.

NOTE: Use only hard drives that have been tested and approved for use with the hard-drive backplane.

When you format a hard drive, allow enough time for the formatting to be completed. Be aware that high-capacity hard drives can take a number of hours to format.

Removing A 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank

CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard-drive slots must have hard-drive blanks installed.

1. If installed, remove the front bezel.

2. Press the release button and slide the hard-drive blank out until it is free of the hard-drive slot.

Figure 22. Removing and Installing a 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank

1. hard-drive blank 2. release button

Installing A 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank

1. If installed, remove the front bezel.

2. Insert the hard-drive blank into the hard-drive slot until the release button clicks into place.

3. If applicable, install the front bezel.

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Removing A Hot-Swap Hard Drive

CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports hot-swap drive installation. See the documentation supplied with your operating system.

1. From the management software, prepare the hard drive for removal. Wait until the indicators on the hard-drive

carrier signal that the hard drive can be removed safely. For more information, see the documentation for the storage controller.

If the hard drive is online, the green activity/fault indicator flashes as the drive is turned off. When the hard-drive indicators are off, the hard drive is ready for removal.

2. Press the release button to open the hard-drive carrier release handle.

3. Slide the hard-drive carrier out until it is free of the hard-drive slot.

CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard-drive slots must have hard-drive blanks installed.

4. Insert a hard-drive blank in the empty hard-drive slot.

Figure 23. Removing and Installing a Hot-Swap Hard Drive

1. release button 2. hard drive

3. hard-drive carrier handle

Installing A Hot-Swap Hard Drive

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CAUTION: Use only hard drives that have been tested and approved for use with the hard-drive backplane.

CAUTION: Combining SAS and SATA hard drives in the same RAID volume is not supported.

CAUTION: When installing a hard drive, ensure that the adjacent drives are fully installed. Inserting a hard-drive carrier and attempting to lock its handle next to a partially installed carrier can damage the partially installed carrier's shield spring and make it unusable.

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CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports hot-swap drive installation. See the documentation supplied with your operating system.

CAUTION: When a replacement hot-swappable hard drive is installed and the system is powered on, the hard drive automatically begins to rebuild. Make absolutely sure that the replacement hard drive is blank or contains data that you wish to have over-written. Any data on the replacement hard drive is immediately lost after the hard drive is installed.

1. If a hard-drive blank is installed in the hard-drive slot, remove it.

2. Install a hard drive in the hard-drive carrier.

3. Press the release button on the front of the hard-drive carrier and open the hard-drive carrier handle.

4. Insert the hard-drive carrier into the hard-drive slot until the carrier connects with the backplane.

5. Close the hard-drive carrier handle to lock the hard drive in place.

Removing A Hard Drive From A Hard-Drive Carrier

1. Remove the screws from the slide rails on the hard-drive carrier.

2. Lift the hard drive out of the hard-drive carrier.

Figure 24. Removing and Installing a Hard Drive Into a Hard-Drive Carrier

1. hard-drive carrier 2. hard drive

3. screws (4)

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Installing A Hard Drive Into A Hard-Drive Carrier

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1. Insert the hard drive into the hard-drive carrier with the connector end of the hard drive toward the back.

2. Align the screw holes on the hard drive with the set of screw holes on the hard-drive carrier.

When aligned correctly, the back of the hard drive is flush with the back of the hard-drive carrier.

3. Attach the screws to secure the hard drive to the hard-drive carrier.

Optical Drive (Optional)

An optional DVD-ROM and DVD +/-RW optical drive slides into the front panel of the system and connects to the SATA controller on the system board.

Removing The Optical Drive

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1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and

peripherals.

2. If installed, remove the front bezel.

3. Locate the optical drive on the front panel of the system.

4. Slide the ejector-handle button in the direction of the arrow.

The ejector handle pops out.

5. Use the ejector handle and pull the optical drive sled out of the system from the optical-drive slot.

6. Flex the left side wall of the optical sled to release the optical from the sled.

NOTE: You do not need any tools to remove the optical drive from optical sled.

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Figure 25. Removing and Installing the Optical Drive

1. ejector-handle button 2. optical drive sled

3. ejector handle

Installing The Optical Drive

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NOTE: Installing an optical drive or optical blank to the optical sled does not require any tools. Follow the artwork printed on the optical sled.

1. Align the optical drive sled with the optical drive slot on the front of chassis.

2. Slide the optical drive sled into the slot until the optical drive connector engages with the SATA connector.

3. Close the system.

4. If applicable, install the front bezel.

5. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Cooling Fans

Your system supports six hot-swappable cooling fans that are mounted in a memory riser and fan cage. These fans provide cooling for the processors, expansion cards, and memory modules. Individual fans are connected to the fan tray located below the fan cage. The fan tray is connected through a single 12x2 connector to the system board.

NOTE: In the event of a failure, excessive temperature, or a problem with a particular fan, the fan number is referenced by the ESM, allowing you to easily identify and replace the particular fan by noting the fan numbers on the cooling fan assembly.

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WARNING: Do not place any physical obstructions in the front or rear of the chassis. This may cause a decrease in airflow, resulting in an over-heating condition.

Removing A Cooling Fan

WARNING: Opening or removing the system cover when the system is on may expose you to a risk of electric shock. Exercise utmost care while removing or installing cooling fans.

WARNING: Do not operate the system without the cooling fans or the cover.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

CAUTION: The cooling fans are hot-swappable. To maintain proper cooling while the system is on, replace only one fan at a time.

NOTE: The procedure for removing each fan is identical.

1. Open the system.

2. Press the tabs on the top of the fan inward toward each other and lift the cooling fan out of the fan cage.

The cooling fan slides out after it disengages from the connector on the fan tray.

Figure 26. Removing and Installing a Cooling Fan

1.

cooling fan 2. tab (2)

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Installing A Cooling Fan

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Orient the cooling fan such that the connector on the cooling fan aligns with the connector on the fan tray.

2. Holding the tabs on top of the fan, lower the fan into the fan cage until the tabs snap into place.

3. Close the system.

Removing The Fan Tray

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and

peripherals.

2. Open the system.

3. Remove the memory risers.

4. Remove the cooling fans.

5. Remove the memory riser and fan cage.

6. Locate the fan board below the cooling fans and beside the processor heat sinks.

7. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screws in order of the numbers printed on the fan tray (2 on the left and

1 on the right side of the tray) that secure the fan tray to the system board.

8. Disengage the fan tray from the connector on the system board.

9. Lift and remove the fan tray out of the system chassis.

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Figure 27. Removing and Installing the Fan Tray

1. fan tray connector 2. fan tray

Installing The Fan tray

1. Align the fan tray with the connector and the screw holes on the system board.

2. Lower the fan tray and ensure that the fan tray connector engages with the connector on the system board.

3. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the fan tray screws (2 screws on the left and 1 screw on the right side) to

the system board.

4. Install the memory riser and fan cage.

5. Install the cooling fans.

6. Install the memory risers.

7. Close the system.

8. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Internal USB Memory Key (Optional)

An optional USB memory key installed on your system can be used as a boot device, security key, or mass storage device. The USB connector must be enabled by the Internal USB Port option in the Integrated Devices screen of the System Setup.

To boot from the USB memory key, configure the USB memory key with a boot image and then specify the USB memory key in the boot sequence in the System Setup.

NOTE: To locate the internal USB connector (J_USB_INT) on the system board, see Chapter System Board Connectors.

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Replacing The Internal USB Key

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and

peripherals.

2. Open the system.

3. Locate the USB connector / USB key on the system board. To locate the USB connector (USB_INT), see Chapter

System Board Connectors.

4. If installed, remove the USB key.

5. Insert the USB key into the USB connector.

6. Close the system.

7. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

8. Enter the System Setup and verify that the USB key is detected by the system.

Figure 28. Replacing the Internal USB Key

1. USB memory key connector 2. USB memory key

Expansion Cards And Expansion-Card Risers

NOTE: A missing or an unsupported expansion-card riser logs an SEL event. It does not prevent your system from powering on and no BIOS POST message or F1/F2 pause is displayed.

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Expansion Card Installation Guidelines

Your system supports third Generation 10 PCIe expansion card slots that include one dedicated slot for PERC 9 storage card and one dedicated riser-slot for Network Daughter Card (NDC).

Slot 1 connector functions as an x8 connector and can be extended as two x4 slots when the left I/O riser is installed. Slot 9 connector functions as an x16 connector and can be extended as two x8 slots when the right I/O riser is installed.

NOTE: Left and right optional risers supports Generation 2 expansion cards. Generation 3 expansion cards will be supported in future.

Table 3. Supported Expansion Cards

Riser PCIe Slot Processor

1 Processor 1 Full Height Half Length x8 x24

1 (NDC riser) 2 Processor 1 Full Height Half Length x8 x16 - reversed

2 (optional)

NOTE: If installed as a left I/O riser

3 (optional)

1/1 Full Height Full Length x4 x8

2/2 Full Height Half Length x4 x8

3 Processor 1 Full Height Half Length x8 x16

4 Processor 2 Full Height Half Length x16 x16

5 Processor 2 Full Height Half Length x16 x16

6 Processor 3 Full Height Half Length x16 x16

7 Processor 3 Full Height Half Length x16 x16

8 Processor 4 Full Height Half Length x16 x16

9 Processor 4 Full Height Half Length x16 x24

1/9 Full Height Full Length x8 x16

Connection

Height Length Link Width Slot Width

NOTE: If installed as a right I/O riser

2/10 Full Height Half Length x8 x16

NOTE

: The expansion cards are not hot-swappable. Ensure the AC power supply is completely removed before

installing the expansion cards.

The following table provides guidelines for installing expansion cards to ensure proper cooling and mechanical fit. The expansion cards with the highest priority should be installed first using the slot priority indicated. All other expansion cards should be installed in card priority and slot priority order.

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Table 4. Expansion Card Installation Order

Card Priority

1 Internal Storage

2 External Storage Full Height 1*, 3, 4, 5, (1/1)*,

3 40 Gb Ethernet

4 Fibre Channel 16 Gb,

5 Converged Network

6 10 Gb Ethernet

7 Fibre Channel 8 Gb

Card Type Form Factor Slot Priority (Two

Full Height 4 4,7 2

(Integrated Slot)

Full Height 1*, 3, 4, 5, (1/1)*,

Controllers

Full Height 1*, 3, 4, 5, (1/1)*, HBA, Single/Dual Port (Emulex)

Fibre Channel 16 Gb, HBA, Single/Dual Port (QLogic)

Adapters

Controllers

Dual Port (QLogic and Emulex)

Full Height (1/1)*, (2/2)*, 1*, 3, 4, 5(1/1)*, (2/2)*, (1/9)^, (2/10)^,

Full Height 1*, 3, 4, 5, (1/1)*,

Full Height (1/1)*, (2/2)*, 1*, 3, 4, 5(1/1)*, (2/2)*, (1/9)^, (2/10)^,

Processors)

(2/2)*

Slot Priority (Four Processors)

(1/9)^, (2/10)^, 1*, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9^, (1/1)*, (2/2)*

1*, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9^

(1/9)^, (2/10)^, 1*, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9^, (1/1)*, (2/2)*

1*, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9^

Max Allowed

2

4

Fibre Channel 8 Gb Dual Port (Brocade)

8 Fibre Channel 8 Gb

Single Port (QLogic and Emulex)

Fibre Channel 8 Gb Single Port (Brocade)

9 1 Gb NICs Full Height (1/1)*, (2/2)*, 1*, 3, 4, 5(1/1)*, (2/2)*, (1/9)^, (2/10)^,

10 External Non-RAID

Controller

NOTE: (*) indicates that ”Slot 1" is not available if the optional left PCIe expansion riser is installed. (^) indicates that ”Slot 9" is not available if the optional right PCIe expansion riser is installed.

Full Height 1*, 3, 4, 5, (1/1)*,

(2/2)*

Full Height (1/1)*, (2/2)*, 1*, 3, 4, 5(1/1)*, (2/2)*, (1/9)^, (2/10)^,

Full Height 1*, 3, 4, 5, (1/1)*,

(2/2)*

Full Height 1*, 3, 4, 5, (1/1)*,

(2/2)*

(1/9)^, (2/10)^, 1*, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9^, (1/1)*, (2/2)*

1*, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9^

(1/9)^, (2/10)^, 1*, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9^, (1/1)*, (2/2)*

1*, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9^

(1/9)^, (2/10)^, 1*, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9^, (1/1)*, (2/2)*

Removing The Left Expansion Card Riser Blank

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

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6

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To remove the left expansion card riser blank:

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. Slide the left riser blank to the left pressing on the metal tab.

4. Lift the riser blank up and away from the system. Store the riser blank for future use.

Figure 29. Removing and Installing The Left/Right Expansion Card Riser Blank

1. system chassis 2. left riser blank

3. PCI retention rocker 4. right riser blank

Installing The Left Expansion Card Riser Blank

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

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3. Align the left riser blank with the corresponding slot on the back of the chassis.

4. Press down and slide the blank to the right to lock it in place and replace the PCI retention rocker.

Removing The Right Expansion Card Riser Blank

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Locate the right riser blank.

2. Lift the riser blank up and away from the system and remove the PCI retention rocker.

To install the riser blank, align the blank with the blank guide on the chassis and press down until firm. Replace the PCI retention rocker on the chassis rear wall.

Removing An Expansion Card From Expansion-Card Risers 2 and 3

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.

2. Open the system.

3. Disconnect any cables connected to the expansion card.

4. Remove the expansion-card riser cage by sliding the black handle in the direction of the blue arrows and then lifting the riser straight up.

5. Remove the expansion-card latch holding the expansion-card.

6. Remove the expansion card from the expansion-card riser.

7. If you are removing the card permanently, install a metal filler bracket over the empty expansion slot opening and insert the expansion-card latch.

NOTE: You must install a filler bracket over an empty expansion slot to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system.

8. Reinstall the expansion-card riser.

9. Close the system.

10. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

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Figure 30. Removing and Installing Expansion-Card Risers 2 and 3 Cage

1. expansion-card riser 2 cage 2. expansion-card riser handle

3. expansion-card riser 3 cage 4. riser panel

5. guide pin 6. plastic guide on VR bracket

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Figure 31. Removing and Installing the Expansion-Card (half-length) from the Expansion-Card Riser 2

1. expansion-card connector on the riser 2. expansion-card (half-length)

3. expansion-card latch 4. expansion-card riser cage

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Figure 32. Removing and Installing the Expansion-Card (full-length) from the Expansion-Card Riser 2

1. expansion-card connector on the riser 2. expansion-card (full-length)

3. expansion-card latch 4. expansion-card riser cage

To enable the installation of full-length expansion card in expansion-card riser 2 or 3, ensure the metal brackets are removed from the back of the memory cage and fan cage. See the illustration below for removing the metal brackets

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Figure 33. Removing The Metal Brackets To Install The Full-Length Expansion Cards

1. memory riser and fan cage 2. left metal bracket

3. right metal bracket

Figure 34. Removing and Installing the Expansion-Card from the Expansion-Card Riser 3

1.

expansion-card riser cage 2. expansion-card connector on the riser

3. expansion-card latch 4. expansion-card

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Installing An Expansion Card Into The Expansion-Card Riser 2 and 3

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Unpack the expansion card and prepare it for installation. For instructions, see the documentation accompanying the card.

2. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.

3. Open the system.

4. Remove the expansion-card riser cage by sliding the black handle in the direction of the blue arrows and then lift the riser straight up.

5. Remove the expansion-card latch holding the expansion-card.

6. Holding the card by its edges, position the card so that the card-edge connector aligns with the expansion-card connector.

7. Insert the card-edge connector firmly into the expansion-card connector until the card is fully seated.

8. Insert the expansion-card latch.

9. If applicable, connect any cables to the expansion card.

10. Install the expansion-card riser.

11. Close the system.

12. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

13. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card.

NDC Riser (I/O Riser 1)

The NDC riser is a half-length, full-height card installed in a dedicated PCIe slot on the system board. It has an x16 PCIe connector (reverse orientation).

The NDC riser supports:

• A standard rNDC connector, which plugs One Dell standard Network Daughter Card

• IDSDM connector

• A temperature sensor

• A chassis intrusion switch

Removing The NDC Riser (I/O Riser 1)

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. If applicable, disconnect the external and internal cables connected to the IO card.

4. If applicable, remove the left expansion card riser.

5. Locate the NDC riser (on PCIe slot 2).

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6. Press and slide out the NDC riser panel latch. The NDC riser panel is unlocked.

7. Hold the NDC riser and carefully remove it from the connector on the system board.

Figure 35. Removing and Installing the NDC Riser

1. NDC 2. PCI retention rocker

3. NDC riser connector on the system board

Installing The NDC Riser (I/O Riser 1)

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Align the NDC riser with the riser-panel slot on the chassis and the connector on the system board

2. Lower and insert the riser into the connector on the system board firmly, until the card is fully seated.

3. Slide in the riser panel latch, so that it snaps in position.

4. If applicable, reinstall the left expansion card riser.

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5. Close the system.

6. If applicable, reconnect the external cables to the IO card.

7. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Network Daughter Card

The Network Daughter Card (NDC) contains the complete NIC subsystem, it replaces the traditional LAN-onMotherboard (LOM) design with the flexible new features, network types, speed and easy to upgrade from 1G to 10G LAN speeds.

NDC riser (I/O riser 1) is installed on a dedicated PCIe slot (2) on the system board. It provides the following interfaces from the system board:

• PCIe x8 Gen3 link

• PCIe x2 Gen2 link

• Network Controller Sideband Interface (NC-SI)

• I-two-C (I2C)

• Power on and grounding

• Miscellaneous control signals

Removing The Network Daughter Card

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.

2. Open the system.

3. Locate and remove the NDC riser (I/O riser 1). The NDC is on riser 1.

4. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws that secure the network daughter card to the IO riser card.

5. Hold the network daughter card by the edges on either side of the touch point and lift to remove it from the connector on the IO riser card.

6. Slide the network daughter card away from the bracket until the NIC connectors are clear of the slot.

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Figure 36. Removing and Installing the Network Daughter Card

1. NDC panel 2. I/O riser card

3. NDC connector on the I/O riser card 4. screw (2)

5. network daughter card

Installing The Network Daughter Card

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Orient the NDC so that the NIC connectors fit through the slot opening on riser.

2. Align the captive screws with the screw holes on the IO riser card.

3. Press the touch point on the NDC to ensure that the connector on the NDC is in contact with the connector on the IO riser card.

4. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the two captive screws to secure the network daughter card to the IO riser card.

5. Install the NDC riser (I/O riser 1).

6. Close the system.

7. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

SD vFlash Card

A vFlash SD card is a Secure Digital (SD) card that plugs into the vFlash SD card slot in the system. It provides persistent on-demand local storage and a custom deployment environment that allows automation of server configuration, scripts, and imaging. It emulates USB device(s). For more information, see the manuals.

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iDRAC7 User's Guide

at dell.com/support/

Replacing An SD vFlash Card

1. Locate the vFlash media slot on the system.

2. To remove the SD vFlash card, push inward on the card to release it, and pull the card from the card slot.

Figure 37. Removing and Installing the SD vFlash Card

1. SD vFlash card 2. SD vFlash card slot

3. To install the SD vFlash card, with the label side facing up, insert the contact-pin end of the SD card into the card slot on the module.

NOTE: The slot is keyed to ensure correct insertion of the card.

4. Press inward on the card to lock it into the slot.

Internal Dual SD Module

NOTE: When the Redundancy option is set to Mirror Mode in the Integrated Devices screen of the System Setup, the information is replicated from one SD card to another.

NOTE: Dual SD cards are not required; the module can operate with only one card in either of the slots but without redundancy.

Removing The Internal Dual SD Module

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.

2. Open the system.

3. Locate the internal dual SD module installed on the RIPs card on the IO card on the NDC riser.

4. If applicable, remove the SD card(s).

5. Holding the blue tab, pull the RIPs card along with the dual SD module to remove it from the IO card.

6. Close the system.

7. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

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Figure 38. Removing and Installing the Internal Dual SD Module

1. connector on the I/O card 2. internal dual SD module

3. blue pull tab

Installing The Internal Dual SD Module

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.

2. Open the system.

3. Locate the J_RIP connector on the IO card on the NDC riser.

4. Align the connectors on the IO card and the RIPs card with the dual SD module located on it.

5. Holding the tab, push the RIPs card with the dual SD module located on it, until it is firmly seated on IO card.

6. Close the system.

7. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Internal SD Card

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Removing An Internal SD Card

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.

2. Open the system.

3. Locate the SD card slot(s) on the internal dual SD module, press the card inwards to release it from the slot and remove the card.

4. Close the system.

5. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Figure 39. Removing and Installing an Internal SD Card

1. dual SD module 2. SD card 1

3. SD card 2

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Installing An Internal SD Card

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

NOTE: To use an SD card with your system, ensure that the internal SD card port is enabled in the System Setup.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.

2. Open the system.

3. Locate the internal dual SD module on the RIPs card with the SD card slot. With the label side facing up and the gold pins facing into the RIPS card, insert the SD card into the slot.

NOTE: The slot is keyed to ensure correct insertion of the card.

4. Press the card into the card slot to lock it into place.

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to insert the second SD card on the other side of the RIPs card.

6. Close the system.

7. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Integrated Storage Controller Card

Your system supports both single and dual storage controller card options. Your system includes a dedicated expansioncard slot on the system board for the primary integrated SAS or PERC controller card that provides the integrated storage subsystem for your system’s internal hard drives. If installed, the secondary storage card must be installed in slot 8. The controller supports SAS and SATA hard drives and also enables you to set up the hard drives in RAID configurations as supported by the version of the storage controller included with your system.

Removing The Integrated Storage Controller Card

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

CAUTION: If applicable, remove the other PCIe cards prior to removing the Storage Controller card.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.

2. Open the system.

3. If applicable, remove the left expansion card riser.

4. Remove the NDC riser.

5. Locate the storage controller card next to the power supply bay, under the clamp.

6. Press and open the clamp.

7. Hold the storage controller card by its edges and lift to remove it from the connector on the system board.

8. Disconnect the SAS cables connected to the card:

a. Press down and hold the tab on the SAS cable connector. b. Pull the SAS cable out of the connector.

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9. Close the system.

10. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Figure 40. Removing and Installing the Integrated Storage Controller Card

1. SAS cable connector 2. storage controller card battery

3. storage controller card 4. clamp

5. storage controller card connector on the system board

6. clamp slots on the power supply bay

Installing The Integrated Storage Controller Card

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

CAUTION: Ensure the storage controller card is installed carefully, so that the components on the card are not damaged.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. Connect the SAS data cable connector to the integrated storage controller card. NOTE: Ensure that you connect the cable according to the connector labels on the cable. The cable does not

function properly if reversed.

4. Hold the card by its edges and insert the card-edge connector firmly into the connector until the card is fully

seated.

5. Route the SAS data cable through the channel on the inner side of the chassis.

6. Connect the SAS cables from the storage controller card to the connectors on hard-drive backplane or SAS

expander card based on the hard-drive configuration selected. For more information, see the cabling images in topic Removing The Hard-Drive Backplane.

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7. Close the clamp.

8. Install the NDC riser.

9. If applicable, reinstall the left expansion card riser.

10. Close the system.

11. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

RAID Battery

Removing a RAID Battery

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. Remove the storage controller card.

The RAID battery is located on the storage controller card.

4. Pull the battery carrier tab from the slot and lift the RAID battery module from the storage controller card.

5. Disconnect the battery cable from the switch on the controller card.

Figure 41. Removing and Installing the RAID Battery

storage controller card 2. battery carrier

1.

3. RAID battery

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Installing The RAID Battery

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. Remove the storage controller card.

4. Connect the RAID battery cable connector on the storage controller card.

5. Align the RAID battery module (battery and carrier) with the slots on the storage controller card.

6. Push the battery module into the slots, so that it snaps in place.

7. Connect the SAS data cables to the data cable connectors on the integrated storage controller card.

8. Insert the storage controller card into the connector on system board.

9. Close the system.

10. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Processors

Use the following procedure when:

• Installing an additional processor

• Replacing a processor

Your system supports two types of processor configurations:

• Four-processor configuration

• Two-processor configuration

NOTE: To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank and a heat-sink blank in any empty processor socket.

Removing A Heat Sink Blank

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. Remove the following:

a. memory risers b. cooling fans c. memory riser and fan cage d. cable management tray e. fan tray

4. Locate the heat sink blank seated on the processor blank.

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5. Press the heat sink release tabs located at the back of the blank.

6. Lift the heat sink blank out of the system.

Figure 42. Removing and Installing the Heat Sink Blank

1. heat sink blank 2. processor blank

Installing A Heat Sink Blank

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. Align the heat sink blank tabs with the slots on the system chassis.

4. Lower and insert the heat sink blank in the slots, so that the release tab snaps in position.

5. Install the following:

a. fan tray b. cable management tray c. memory riser and fan cage d. cooling fans e. memory risers/memory riser blanks, if applicable.

6. Close the system.

7. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

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Removing A Processor

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Before upgrading your system, download the latest system BIOS version from dell.com/support and follow the

instructions included in the compressed download file to install the update on your system.

NOTE: You can update the system BIOS using the Lifecycle Controller.

2. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet. When

disconnected from the power source, press and hold the power button for three seconds to fully drain the system of stored power prior to removing the cover.

3. Open the system.

4. If applicable, remove the memory-riser blanks.

5. Remove the memory risers.

6. Remove the cooling fans.

7. Remove the memory riser and fan cage.

8. Remove the cable management tray.

9. Remove the fan tray. WARNING: The heat sink and processor are hot to the touch for some time after the system has been

powered down. Allow the heat sink and processor to cool before handling them.

CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.

10. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the heat-sink retention screws in an X pattern. NOTE: Make sure to completely torque 1 screw before starting on the next one.

11. Lift the heat sink away from the processor and set the heat sink aside.

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Figure 43. Removing and Installing the Processor Heat Sink

1. heat sink 2. retention screws (4)

3. retention sockets (4) 4. processor

CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release lever can spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped.

12. Position your thumb firmly over the processor socket-release lever near the unlock icon and release the lever

from the locked position by pushing down and out from under the tab.

13. Similarly, position your thumb firmly over the processor socket-release lever near the lock icon and release the

lever from the locked position by pushing down and out from under the tab. Rotate the lever 90 degrees upward.

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Figure 44. Processor Shield Opening and Closing Lever Sequence

1. processor socket-release lever 2. close-lock symbol

3. processor 4. processor socket-release lever

5. open-lock symbol

14. Rotate the processor shield upward and out of the way. CAUTION: The socket pins are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not to bend the pins in

the socket when removing the processor out of the socket.

15. Lift the processor out of the socket and leave the release lever up so that the socket is ready for the new

processor.

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Figure 45. Removing and Installing a Processor

1. processor socket-release lever 2. processor

3. processor shield 4. processor socket-release lever

5. notches in processor 6. socket keys

7. pin 1 indicator 8. ZIF socket

NOTE: After removing the processor, place it in an antistatic container for reuse, return, or temporary storage. Do not touch the bottom of the processor. Touch only the side edges of the processor.

NOTE: If you are permanently removing the processor, you must install a socket protective cap in the vacant socket to protect the socket pins and keep the socket free of dust.

Installing A Processor

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

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NOTE: If you are installing two processors, they must be installed in socket CPU1 and CPU2.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet. When

disconnected from the power source, press and hold the power button for three seconds to fully drain the system of stored power prior to removing the cover.

2. Open the system. WARNING: The heat sink and processor are hot to the touch for some time after the system has been

powered down. Allow the heat sink and processor to cool before handling them.

CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.

NOTE: The procedure to remove the processor blank is similar to removing a processor.

3. Unpack the new processor.

4. Align the processor with the socket keys on the ZIF socket. CAUTION: Positioning the processor incorrectly can permanently damage the system board or the processor.

Be careful not to bend the pins in the socket.

CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it engages easily into the socket.

5. With the release levers on the processor socket in the open position, align pin 1 of the processor, using pin 1

position guide on the socket, as reference and set the processor lightly in the socket.

6. Close the processor shield.

7. Rotate the socket-release lever near the lock icon until it is locked in position.

8. Similarly, rotate the socket-release lever near the unlock icon until it is locked in position.

9. Using a clean lint-free cloth, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink. CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and

contaminating the processor socket.

10. Open the grease applicator included with your processor kit and apply all of the thermal grease in the applicator to

the center of the topside of the new processor.

11. Place the heat sink on the processor.

12. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the heat-sink retention screws.

13. Install the following:

a. fan tray b. cable management tray c. memory riser and fan cage d. cooling fans e. memory risers/memory risers, as applicable

14. Close the system.

15. Reconnect your system and peripherals to their electrical outlets, and turn on the system.

16. Press <F2> to enter the System Setup and check that the processor information matches the new system

configuration.

17. Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new processor operates correctly.

Power Supplies

Your system supports four AC-DC or DC-DC power supplies that are connected to the system board.

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Your system supports Up to four 750 W, 1100 W, and 1600 W (when available) AC power supply modules Or Up to four 1100 W DC power supply modules

NOTE: You can install only one 1600 W power supply on each side of the system.

When two identical power supplies are installed, the power supply configuration is redundant (1 + 1). In redundant mode, power is supplied to the system equally from both power supplies to maximize efficiency.

When only one power supply is installed, the power supply configuration is non-redundant (1 + 0). Power is supplied to the system only by the single power supply.

NOTE: If two power supplies are used, they must be of the same type and have the same maximum output power.

Hot Spare Feature

Your system supports the Hot Spare feature that significantly reduces the power overhead associated with power supply redundancy.

When the Hot Spare feature is enabled, a redundant power supply is switched to a sleep state. The active power supply supports 100% of the load, thus operating at higher efficiency. The redundant power supply in the sleep state monitors output voltage of the active power supply. If the output voltage of the active power supply drops, the redundant power supply in the sleep state returns to an active output state.

The active power supply can also activate a sleeping power supply if having both power supplies active is more efficient than having the redundant power supply in a sleep state. The power supply defaults are to wake both power supplies if the load on the active power supply is greater than 50% and to sleep the redundant power supply if the load falls below 20%.

You can configure the Hot Spare feature using the iDRAC settings. For more information on iDRAC settings, see the

iDRAC7 User's Guide

at dell.com/support/manuals.

Removing An AC Power Supply

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

CAUTION: The system requires one power supply for normal operation. On power-redundant systems, remove and replace only one power supply at a time in a system that is powered on.

NOTE: You may have to unlatch and lift the optional cable management arm if it interferes with power supply removal. For information about the cable management arm, see the system’s rack documentation.

1. Disconnect the power cable from the power source and the power supply you intend to remove and remove the

cables from the strap.

2. Press the release latch and slide the power supply out of the chassis.

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Figure 46. Removing and Installing an AC Power Supply

1. connector 2. power supply

3. release latch 4. power supply handle

Installing An AC Power Supply

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Verify that both the power supplies are the same type and have the same maximum output power. NOTE: The maximum output power (shown in Watts) is listed on the power supply label.

2. If applicable, remove the power supply blank.

3. Slide the new power supply into the chassis until the power supply is fully seated and the release latch snaps into

place.

NOTE: If you unlatched the cable management arm, re-latch it. For information about the cable management arm, see the system’s rack documentation.

4. Connect the power cable to the power supply and plug the cable into a power outlet. CAUTION: When connecting the power cable, secure the cable with the strap.

NOTE: When installing, hot-swapping, or hot-adding a new power supply, allow several seconds for the system to recognize the power supply and determine its status. The power-supply status indicator turns green to signify that the power supply is functioning properly.

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Wiring Instructions For A DC Power Supply

Your system supports up to two –(48–60) V DC power supplies (when available).

WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself. All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the product.

CAUTION: Wire the unit with copper only, unless otherwise specified, use only 10 American Wire Gauge (AWG) wire rated minimum 90 ºC for source and return. Protect the –(48–60) V DC (1 wire) with a branch circuit overcurrent protection rated 50 A for DC with a high interrupt current rating.

CAUTION: Connect the equipment to a –(48–60) V DC supply source that is electrically isolated from the AC source (reliably grounded –(48–60) V DC SELV source). Ensure that the –(48–60) V DC source is efficiently secured to earth (ground).

NOTE: A readily accessible disconnect device that is suitably approved and rated shall be incorporated in the field wiring.

Input Requirements

• Supply voltage: –(48–60) V DC

• Current consumption: 32 A (maximum)

Kit Contents

• Dell part number 6RYJ9 terminal block or equivalent (1)

• #6-32 nut equipped with lock washer (1)

Required Tools

Wire-stripper pliers capable of removing insulation from size 10 AWG solid or stranded, insulated copper wire

NOTE: Use alpha wire part number 3080 or equivalent (65/30 stranding)

Required Wires

• One UL 10 AWG, 2 m maximum (stranded) black wire [–(48–60) V DC]

• One UL 10 AWG, 2 m maximum (stranded) red wire (V DC return)

• One UL 10 AWG, 2 m maximum green/yellow, green with a yellow stripe, stranded wire (safety ground)

Assembling And Connecting The Safety Ground Wire

WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself. All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Strip the insulation from the end of the green/yellow wire, exposing approximately 4.5 mm (0.175 inch) of copper

wire.

2. Using a hand-crimping tool (Tyco Electronics, 58433-3 or equivalent), crimp the ring-tongue terminal (Jeeson

Terminals Inc., R5-4SA or equivalent) to the green/yellow wire (safety ground wire).

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3. Connect the safety ground wire to the grounding post on the back of the system using a #6-32 nut equipped with a

locking washer.

Figure 47. Assembling and Connecting the Safety Ground Wire

1. safety ground wire 2. grounding post

3. locking washer 4. spring washer

5. #6-32 nut

Assembling The DC Input Power Wires

WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself. All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Strip the insulation from the ends of the DC power wires, exposing approximately 13 mm (0.5 inch) of copper wire. WARNING: Reversing polarity when connecting DC power wires can permanently damage the power supply

or the system.

2. Insert the copper ends into the mating connectors and tighten the captive screws at the top of the mating

connector using a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

WARNING: To protect the power supply from electrostatic discharge, the captive screws must be covered with the rubber cap before inserting the mating connector into the power supply.

3. Rotate the rubber cap clockwise to fix it over the captive screws.

4. Insert the mating connector into the power supply.

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Figure 48. Assembling the DC Input Power Wires

1. DC power socket 2. rubber cap

3. captive screws (2) 4. DC power connector

5. wire –48 V 6. wire RTN

7. grounding wire

Removing A DC Power Supply

WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself. All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the product.

CAUTION: The system requires one power supply for normal operation. On power-redundant systems, remove and replace only one power supply at a time in a system that is powered on.

NOTE: You may have to unlatch and lift the optional cable management arm if it interferes with power supply removal. For information about the cable management arm, see the system’s rack documentation.

1. Disconnect the power wires from the power source and the connector from the power supply you intend to

remove.

2. Disconnect the safety ground wire.

3. Press the release latch and slide the power supply out of the chassis.

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Figure 49. Removing and Installing a DC Power Supply

1. connector 2. power supply

3. power supply status indicator 4. release latch

5. power supply handle

Installing A DC Power Supply

WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself. All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Verify that both the power supplies are the same type and have the same maximum output power. NOTE: The maximum output power (shown in Watts) is listed on the power supply label.

2. If applicable, remove the power supply blank.

3. Slide the new power supply into the chassis until the power supply is fully seated and the release latch snaps into

place.

NOTE: If you unlatched the cable management arm, re-latch it. For information about the cable management arm, see the system’s rack documentation.

4. Connect the safety ground wire.

5. Install the DC power connector in the power supply. CAUTION: When connecting the power wires, secure the wires with the strap to the power supply handle.

6. Connect the wires to a DC power source. NOTE: When installing, hot-swapping, or hot-adding a new power supply, allow several seconds for the

system to recognize the power supply and determine its status. The power-supply status indicator turns green to signify that the power supply is functioning properly.

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Removing The Power Supply Blank

CAUTION: To ensure proper system cooling, the power supply blank must be installed in the second power supply bay in a non-redundant configuration. Remove the power supply blank only if you are installing a second power supply.

1. Hold the power supply blank and disengage the tabs from the slots on the chassis.

2. Slightly pull down and remove the power supply blank out of the power supply bay.

Figure 50. Removing and Installing the Power Supply Blank

1. power supply bay 2. slots on PSU bay

3. tabs on power supply blank 4. power supply blank

5. tab at the bottom of blank 6. slot at the bottom of PSU bay

Installing The Power Supply Blank

NOTE: Install the power supply blank only in the second power supply bay.

To install the power supply blank:

1. Align the power supply blank tabs with the slots on the power supply bay.

2. Insert the power supply blank until the tabs are engaged with the slots and snaps into place.

Power Distribution Board

Your system supports two Power Distribution Boards (PDBs) connected to the system board. PDBs are located on the left and right sides of system and supports both AC/DC power supplies for your system.

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Removing The Power Supply Bay

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. As applicable, remove the AC or DC power supply and power supply blanks from the power supply bay.

4. Remove the storage controller card (applicable for the left power supply bay).

5. If applicable, remove the optional riser 2 and 3.

6. Press the spring latch (with your index finger and thumb) on top of the power supply bay and pull the bay away from

the chassis side wall.

7. Pull the power supply bay, so that the PDB is disconnected from the connector on the system board.

Follow the same procedure for the removal of other power supply bay in the system.

Figure 51. Removing and Installing the Power Supply Bay

1.

PDB connector on the system board 2. PDB

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3. power supply bay (left) 4. power supply bay (right)

5. finger grips on the power supply bay

Installing The Power Supply Bay

1. Position the power supply bay to the side of the chassis.

2. Align four slots on the power supply bay with the hooks on the side wall of the chassis.

3. Align the PDB with the connector on the system board.

4. Press the power supply bay, so that the PDB seats firmly into the connector on the system chassis and the pin

snaps in place to lock the power supply bay to the chassis.

5. Close the system.

6. Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Removing The Power Distribution Board

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2. Open the system.

3. As applicable, remove the AC or DC power supply and power supply blank from the power supply bay.

4. Remove the storage controller card.

5. If applicable, remove riser 2 and riser 3.

6. Remove the power supply bay.

7. The PDBs are located at the rear side of the power supply bay. Using a 10 in-lb. torque tool, remove the three

screws securing the PDB to the power supply bay.

8. Take the PDB off the power supply unit.

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Figure 52. Removing and Installing the Power Distribution Board

1. screw (3) 2. power distribution board

3. power supply bay (left) 4. power supply bay (right)

Installing The Power Distribution Board

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Unpack the new power distribution board assembly.

2. Align the three screw holes on the PDB with the holes on the power supply bay.

3. Using a 10 in-lb. torque tool, tighten the screws to secure the PDB to the power supply bay.

4. Install the power supply bay.

5. As applicable, install the AC or DC power supplies and power supply blank.

6. Close the system.

7. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

System Battery

Replacing The System Battery

WARNING: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. See your safety information for additional information.

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CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and

peripherals.

2. Open the system.

3. Remove the PDB.

4. Locate the battery socket. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the battery connector, you must firmly support the connector while installing

or removing a battery.

5. To remove the battery, support the battery connector by pressing down firmly on the positive side of the connector.

Figure 53. Replacing the System Battery

1. positive side of battery connector 2. system battery

3. negative side of battery connector

6. Lift the battery out of the securing tabs at the negative side of the connector.

7. To install a new system battery, support the battery connector by pressing down firmly on the positive side of the

connector.

8. Hold the battery with the "+" facing up and slide it under the securing tabs at the positive side of the connector.

9. Press the battery straight down into the connector until it snaps into place.

10. Install the PDB.

11. Close the system.

12. Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

13. Enter the System Setup to confirm that the battery is operating properly.

14. Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup Time and Date fields.

15. Exit the System Setup.

Hard-Drive Backplane

Depending on the configuration, your system supports the following backplanes:

• 2.5 inch (x4) SAS/SATA backplane

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Dell E23S User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

About Your System

Front-Panel Features And Indicators

LCD Panel Features

Home Screen

Setup Menu

View Menu

Hard-Drive Indicator Patterns

PCIe SSD LED Indicators

Back-Panel Features And Indicators

NIC Indicator Codes

Power Indicator Codes

Related Documentation

Quick Resource Locator

Using The System Setup and Boot Manager

Choosing The System Boot Mode

Entering System Setup

Responding To Error Messages

Using The System Setup Navigation Keys

System Setup Options

System Setup Main Screen

System BIOS Screen

System Information Screen

Memory Settings Screen

Processor Settings Screen

SATA Settings Screen

Boot Settings Screen

Integrated Devices Screen

Serial Communications Screen

System Profile Settings Screen

System Security Screen

Miscellaneous Settings

System And Setup Password Features

Assigning A System And/Or Setup Password

Deleting Or Changing An Existing System And/Or Setup Password

Using Your System Password To Secure Your System

Operating With A Setup Password Enabled

Entering The UEFI Boot Manager

Using The Boot Manager Navigation Keys

Boot Manager Screen

UEFI Boot menu

Embedded System Management

iDRAC Settings Utility

Entering The iDRAC Settings Utility

Changing The Thermal Settings

Installing System Components

Recommended Tools

Front Bezel (Optional)

Removing The Front Bezel

Installing The Front Bezel

Opening And Closing The System

Opening The System

Closing The System

Inside The System

Chassis Intrusion Switch

Removing And Installing The Chassis Intrusion Switch Cable

Cable Management Tray

Removing The Cable Management Tray

Installing The Cable Management Tray

System Memory

General Memory Module Installation Guidelines

Mode-Specific Guidelines

Advanced ECC (Lockstep)

Memory Optimized (Independent Channel) Mode

Memory Sparing

Memory Mirroring

Fault Resilient Memory

Sample Memory Configurations

Removing A Memory-Riser Blank

Installing A Memory-Riser Blank

Removing A Memory Riser

Installing A Memory Riser

Removing Memory Modules From The Memory Riser

Installing Memory Modules

Memory Riser And Fan Cage

Removing The Memory Riser And Fan Cage

Installing The Memory Riser And Fan Cage