Dell E26S User Manual

Dell PowerEdge R630 Owner's Manual

Regulatory Model: E26S Series Regulatory Type: E26S001

Notes, cautions, and warnings

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

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2015 - 05

Rev. A01

Contents

1 About your system................................................................................................ 8

Supported configurations..................................................................................................................... 8

Front-panel features and indicators.....................................................................................................8

LCD panel features.............................................................................................................................. 13

Home screen................................................................................................................................. 14

Setup menu....................................................................................................................................14

View menu..................................................................................................................................... 15

Diagnostic indicators...........................................................................................................................15

Hard drive indicator codes.................................................................................................................. 17

iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes......................................................................................................18

Quick Sync indicator codes................................................................................................................ 19

Back-panel features and indicators................................................................................................... 20

NIC indicator codes............................................................................................................................ 23

Power supply unit indicator codes.....................................................................................................24

Documentation matrix........................................................................................................................26

Quick Resource Locator .............................................................................................................. 27

2 Performing initial system configuration ....................................................... 28

Setting up your system....................................................................................................................... 28

Setting up and configuring the iDRAC IP address ............................................................................ 28

Logging in to iDRAC............................................................................................................................29

Methods of installing the operating system.......................................................................................29

Managing your system remotely........................................................................................................29

Downloading drivers and firmware....................................................................................................29

3 Pre-operating system management applications........................................ 31

Navigation keys....................................................................................................................................31

About System Setup............................................................................................................................32

Entering system setup...................................................................................................................32

System Setup Main Menu..............................................................................................................32

System BIOS screen...................................................................................................................... 32

System Information screen...........................................................................................................33

Memory Settings screen............................................................................................................... 34

Processor Settings screen.............................................................................................................34

SATA Settings screen.....................................................................................................................36

Boot Settings screen..................................................................................................................... 38

Network Settings screen...............................................................................................................39

Integrated Devices screen............................................................................................................ 39

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Serial Communication screen.......................................................................................................41

System Profile Settings screen......................................................................................................42

System Security Settings screen...................................................................................................43

Miscellaneous Settings screen......................................................................................................45

About Boot Manager...........................................................................................................................46

Entering Boot Manager ................................................................................................................46

Boot Manager main menu............................................................................................................46

Changing the boot order.................................................................................................................... 47

Choosing the system boot mode.......................................................................................................47

Assigning a system and/or setup password....................................................................................... 47

Deleting or changing an existing system password and setup password........................................48

4 Installing and removing system components...............................................50

Safety instructions...............................................................................................................................50

Before working inside your system....................................................................................................50

After working inside your system....................................................................................................... 50

Recommended tools...........................................................................................................................51

Front bezel (optional).......................................................................................................................... 51

Removing the front bezel..............................................................................................................51

Installing the front bezel............................................................................................................... 53

Removing the system cover............................................................................................................... 53

Installing the system cover................................................................................................................. 54

Inside the system.................................................................................................................................55

Cooling shroud....................................................................................................................................57

Removing the cooling shroud...................................................................................................... 57

Installing the cooling shroud........................................................................................................ 58

System memory.................................................................................................................................. 58

General memory module installation guidelines.........................................................................60

Mode-specific guidelines.............................................................................................................. 61

Sample memory configurations................................................................................................... 62

Removing memory modules........................................................................................................ 65

Installing memory modules..........................................................................................................66

Hard drives.......................................................................................................................................... 68

Removing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank......................................................................................... 68

Installing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank........................................................................................... 69

Removing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank......................................................................................... 69

Installing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank............................................................................................70

Removing a hot swappable hard drive/SSD.................................................................................70

Installing a hot-swap hard drive....................................................................................................72

Removing a hard drive from a hard-drive carrier.........................................................................73

Installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier............................................................................ 74

Removing a 1.8 inch hard drive from a hard-drive carrier...........................................................74

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Installing a 1.8 inch hard drive into a hard-drive carrier.............................................................. 75

Optical drive (optional)........................................................................................................................75

Removing the optical drive........................................................................................................... 75

Installing the optical drive............................................................................................................. 76

Removing the slim optical drive blank..........................................................................................77

Installing the slim optical drive blank............................................................................................78

Cooling fans........................................................................................................................................ 78

Removing a cooling fan................................................................................................................ 79

Installing a cooling fan..................................................................................................................80

Internal USB memory key (optional)...................................................................................................81

Replacing the internal USB key..................................................................................................... 81

Expansion cards and expansion-card risers...................................................................................... 82

Expansion card installation guidelines......................................................................................... 82

Removing an expansion card....................................................................................................... 83

Installing an expansion card......................................................................................................... 85

Removing expansion-card risers..................................................................................................85

Installing expansion card risers.....................................................................................................87

SD vFlash media card..........................................................................................................................88

Replacing a SD vFlash card...........................................................................................................88

Internal dual SD module.....................................................................................................................89

Removing the internal dual SD module ...................................................................................... 89

Installing the internal dual SD module .........................................................................................91

Internal SD card................................................................................................................................... 91

Removing an internal SD Card......................................................................................................91

Installing an internal SD card........................................................................................................ 92

Integrated storage controller card..................................................................................................... 92

Removing the integrated storage controller card....................................................................... 92

Installing the integrated storage controller card......................................................................... 94

Network daughter card.......................................................................................................................94

Removing the network daughter card......................................................................................... 95

Installing the network daughter card........................................................................................... 96

Processors........................................................................................................................................... 97

Removing a processor.................................................................................................................. 97

Installing a processor...................................................................................................................101

Power supply units............................................................................................................................103

Hot Spare feature........................................................................................................................ 103

Removing the power supply unit blank..................................................................................... 104

Installing the power supply unit blank........................................................................................105

Removing an AC power supply unit...........................................................................................105

Installing an AC power supply unit.............................................................................................106

Wiring instructions for a DC power supply unit.........................................................................107

Removing a DC power supply unit.............................................................................................108

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Installing a DC power supply unit...............................................................................................109

System battery...................................................................................................................................109

Replacing the system battery..................................................................................................... 109

Hard-drive backplane........................................................................................................................ 111

Removing the hard-drive backplane...........................................................................................112

Installing the hard-drive backplane............................................................................................ 118

Control panel assembly.....................................................................................................................118

Removing the control panel board–8 hard drive system..........................................................118

Installing the control panel board–8 hard drive system............................................................119

Removing the control panel–8 hard–drive system...................................................................120

Installing the control panel–8 hard drive system.......................................................................121

Removing the control panel–10 hard–drive and 24–hard drive system................................. 122

Installing the control panel–10 hard–drive system and 24 hard–drive system.......................123

VGA Module.......................................................................................................................................124

Removing the VGA module........................................................................................................ 124

Installing the VGA module.......................................................................................................... 125

System board.....................................................................................................................................126

Removing the system board.......................................................................................................126

Installing the system board.........................................................................................................128

Trusted Platform Module...................................................................................................................131

Installing the Trusted Platform Module ......................................................................................131

Re-enabling the TPM for BitLocker users...................................................................................132

Re-enabling the TPM for TXT users............................................................................................132

5 Troubleshooting your system........................................................................ 133

Safety first—for you and your system...............................................................................................133

Troubleshooting system startup failure............................................................................................133

Troubleshooting external connections............................................................................................133

Troubleshooting the video subsystem............................................................................................. 133

Troubleshooting a USB device......................................................................................................... 134

Troubleshooting iDRAC Direct (USB XML configuration)................................................................134

Troubleshooting iDRAC Direct (laptop connection)....................................................................... 135

Troubleshooting a serial I/O device................................................................................................. 135

Troubleshooting a NIC......................................................................................................................136

Troubleshooting a wet system......................................................................................................... 136

Troubleshooting a damaged system................................................................................................ 137

Troubleshooting the system battery................................................................................................ 138

Troubleshooting power supply units............................................................................................... 138

Troubleshooting power source problems................................................................................. 138

Power supply unit problems....................................................................................................... 139

Troubleshooting cooling problems..................................................................................................139

Troubleshooting cooling fans.......................................................................................................... 140

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Troubleshooting system memory....................................................................................................140

Troubleshooting an internal USB key............................................................................................... 141

Troubleshooting an SD card.............................................................................................................142

Troubleshooting an optical drive..................................................................................................... 142

Troubleshooting a tape backup unit................................................................................................ 143

Troubleshooting a hard drive........................................................................................................... 144

Troubleshooting a storage controller.............................................................................................. 144

Troubleshooting expansion cards....................................................................................................145

Troubleshooting processors.............................................................................................................146

System messages.............................................................................................................................. 146

Warning messages...................................................................................................................... 146

Diagnostic messages...................................................................................................................147

Alert messages.............................................................................................................................147

6 Using system diagnostics................................................................................148

Dell embedded system diagnostics................................................................................................. 148

When to use the embedded system diagnostics.......................................................................148

Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from Boot Manager........................................... 148

Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from the Dell Lifecycle Controller.................... 149

System diagnostics controls.......................................................................................................149

7 Jumpers and connectors................................................................................ 150

System board jumper settings..........................................................................................................150

System board connectors................................................................................................................. 151

Disabling a forgotten password........................................................................................................153

8 Technical specifications..................................................................................154

9 Getting help.......................................................................................................160

Contacting Dell................................................................................................................................. 160

Locating your system Service Tag....................................................................................................160

Documentation feedback.................................................................................................................160

Quick Resource Locator ...................................................................................................................161

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About your system

The Dell PowerEdge R630 is a rack server that support up to two processors based on the Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 processor family, up to 24 DIMMs, and storage capacity of up to 28 drive slots.

NOTE: The Dell PowerEdge R630 system supports only internal, hot-swappable hard drives.

Supported configurations

PowerEdge R630 Systems Configurations

Eight-hard-drive systems Up to eight 2.5 inch hard drives

Ten-hard-drive systems Up to ten 2.5 inch hard drives

Twenty four-hard-drive systems Up to twenty four 1.8 hard drives

Front-panel features and indicators

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Figure 1. Front-panel features and indicators–8 hard-drive system

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

1 Power-on indicator,

power button

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Icon Description

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

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

Icon Description

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.

2 NMI button

3 System identification

button

4 USB management port/

iDRAC Direct (2)

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.

The identification buttons on the front and back panels 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 blue until one of the buttons is pressed again.

Press to toggle the system ID to ON or 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 the iDRAC (if not disabled in F2 iDRAC setup) press and hold the button for more than 15 seconds.

Allows you to connect USB devices to the system or provides access to the iDRAC Direct features. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals. The ports are USB 3.0compliant.

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

drive.

NOTE: DVD devices are data only.

6 SD vFlash media card

slot

7 LCD menu buttons Allows you to navigate the control panel LCD

8 Information tag A slide-out label panel, which allows you to record

Allows you to insert a vFlash media card.

menu.

system information, such as Service Tag, NIC, and MAC address.

9

Item Indicator, Button, or

Icon Description

Connector

9 LCD panel Displays system ID, status information, and system

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

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

10 Video connector Allows you to connect a VGA display to the

system.

11 Hard drives (8) Up to eight 2.5 inch hot-swappable hard drives.

12. Quick Sync

Indicates a Quick Sync enabled system. The Quick Sync feature is optional and requires a Quick Sync bezel. This feature allows management of the system using mobile devices. This feature aggregates hardware/firmware inventory and various system level diagnostic/error information that can be used in troubleshooting the system. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at

dell.com/esmmanuals.

Figure 2. Front-panel features and indicators–10 hard-drive system

Item Indicator, Button, or

Icon Description

Connector

1 Diagnostic indicators The diagnostic indicators light up to display error

status.

2 System health indicator The system health indicator blinks amber when a

system fault is detected.

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Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

Icon Description

3 Power-on indicator,

power button

4 NMI button

5 System identification

button

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.

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

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

6 Mini USB connector/

iDRAC Direct

7 Information tag A slide-out label panel, which allows you to record

8 Hard drives (10) Up to ten 2.5 inch hot-swappable hard drives. Up

9 Quick Sync

Allows you to connect USB devices to the system or provides access to the iDRAC Direct features. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals. The port is USB 3.0compliant.

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

to six 2.5 hot-swappable hard drives and up to four

2.5 inch Dell PowerEdge Express Flash devices (PCIe SSDs).

Indicates a Quick Sync enabled system. The Quick Sync feature is optional and requires a Quick Sync

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Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

Icon Description

bezel. This feature allows management of the system using mobile devices. This feature aggregates hardware/firmware inventory and various system level diagnostic/error information that can be used in troubleshooting the system. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at

dell.com/esmmanuals.

Figure 3. Front-panel features and indicators–24 hard-drive system

Item Indicator, Button, or

Icon Description

Connector

1 Diagnostic indicators The diagnostic indicators light up to display error

status.

2 System health indicator The system health indicator blinks amber when a

system fault is detected.

3 Power-on indicator,

power button

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.

4 NMI button

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.

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Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

Icon Description

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

5 System identification

button

6 Mini USB connector Allows you to connect USB devices to the system

7 Information tag A slide-out label panel, which allows you to

8 Hard drives (24) Up to 24 1.8 inch hot-swappable hard drives.

9 Quick Sync

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

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

or provides access to the iDRAC Direct features. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals. The port is USB 3.0compliant.

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

Indicates a Quick Sync enabled system. The Quick Sync feature is optional and requires a Quick Sync bezel. This feature allows management of the system using mobile devices. This feature aggregates hardware/firmware inventory and various system level diagnostic/ error information that can be used in troubleshooting the system. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at dell.com/

esmmanuals.

LCD panel features

The LCD panel of your system provides system information and status and error messages to indicate if the system is operating correctly or if the system needs attention. For more information on error messages, see the Dell Event and Error Messages Reference Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

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

error condition.

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• 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.

• The LCD backlight remains off if LCD messaging is turned off through the iDRAC utility, the LCD

panel, or other tools.

Figure 4. 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 and hold the button to increase scrolling speed.

• Release the button to stop.

NOTE: The display will stop scrolling when the button is released. After 45 seconds of inactivity the display will start scrolling.

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.

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Option Description

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

the available 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.

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. For more information on error messages, see the Dell Event and Error Messages Reference Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

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 iDRAC8. 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.

Diagnostic indicators

The diagnostic indicators on the system front panel display error status during system startup.

NOTE: The diagnostic indicators are not present if the system is equipped with an LCD display.

NOTE: The diagnostic indicators are present only on the 10-hard drive and the 24–hard drive systems.

NOTE: No diagnostic indicators are lit when the system is switched off. To start the system, plug it into a working power source and press the power button.

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Icon Description Condition Corrective action

Health indicator

If the system is on, and in good health, the indicator lights solid blue.

None required.

Hard-drive indicator

Electrical indicator

Temperatur e indicator

The indicator blinks amber if the system is on or in standby, and if any error exists (for example, a failed fan or hard drive).

The indicator blinks amber if a hard drive experiences an error.

The indicator blinks amber if the system experiences an electrical error (for example, voltage out of range, or a failed power supply or voltage regulator).

The indicator blinks amber if the system experiences a thermal error (for example, a temperature out of range or fan failure).

See the System Event Log or system messages for the specific issue. For more information on error messages, see the Dell Event and Error Messages Reference Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

Invalid memory configurations can cause the system to halt at startup without any video output. See Getting help.

See the System Event Log to determine the hard drive that has an error. Run the appropriate Online Diagnostics test. Restart system and run embedded diagnostics (ePSA). If the hard drives are configured in a RAID array, restart the system and enter the host adapter configuration utility program.

See the System Event Log or system messages for the specific issue. If it is due to a problem with the power supply, check the LED on the power supply. Re-seat the power supply by removing and reinstalling it. If the problem persists, see Getting help.

Ensure that none of the following conditions exist:

• A cooling fan is removed or has failed.

• System cover, cooling shroud, EMI filler panel, memory-module blank, or backfiller bracket is removed.

• Ambient temperature is too high.

• External airflow is obstructed.

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Memory indicator

PCIe indicator

The indicator blinks amber if a memory error occurs.

The indicator blinks amber if a PCIe card experiences an error.

See Getting help.

See the system event log or system messages for the location of the failed memory. Reinstall the memory device. If the problem persists, see Getting help.

Restart the system. Update any required drivers for the PCIe card. Re-install the card. If the problem persists, see Getting help.

NOTE: For more information on supported PCIe cards, see Expansion

Card Installation Guidelines.

Hard drive indicator codes

Figure 5. Hard drive indicators

1. hard drive activity indicator 2. hard drive status indicator

3. hard drive

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.

Drive-status indicator pattern (RAID only) Condition

Blinks green two times per second Identifying drive or preparing for removal.

Off Drive ready for insertion or 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.

Blinks green, amber, and turns off Predicted drive failure

Blinks amber four times per second Drive failed

Blinks green slowly Drive rebuilding

Steady green Drive online

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

Rebuild aborted

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iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes

NOTE: The iDRAC Direct LED indicator does not light up for the USB mode.

Figure 6. iDRAC Direct LED indicator

1. iDRAC Direct status indicator

The table below displays iDRAC Direct activity when configuring iDRAC Direct by using the management port (USB XML Import).

Convention iDRAC Direct

A Green Lights green for a minimum of 2 seconds at the beginning and end

B Flashing green Indicates file transfer or any operation tasks.

C Green and turns

D Not lit Indicates that the USB is ready to be removed or that a task is

The table below displays iDRAC Direct activity when configuring iDRAC Direct using your laptop and cable (Laptop Connect).

iDRAC Direct LED indicator pattern

Solid green for two seconds

Flashing green (on for two seconds and off for two seconds)

LED indicator pattern

off

Condition

Indicates that the laptop is connected.

Indicates that the laptop connected is recognized.

Condition

of a file transfer.

Indicates that the file transfer is complete.

complete.

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iDRAC Direct LED indicator pattern

Turns off Indicates that the laptop is unplugged.

Condition

Quick Sync indicator codes

Figure 7. Quick Sync indicator codes

1. Quick Sync status indicator

Power indicator pattern Condition

Slow blink Quick Sync is waiting to be configured from iDRAC.

Solid Quick Sync is ready to transfer.

Blinks three times rapidly and then turns off Quick Sync feature is disabled from iDRAC.

Blinks continuously when the mobile device touches the antenna

Blinks rapidly five times and turns off for one second when the activation button is pressed. This pattern is repeated until the activation button is pressed again.

Off Indicates that the Quick Sync feature is turned off.

2. Quick Sync activation button

Indicates data transfer activity.

Quick Sync hardware is not responding properly. Reseat the bezel. If the problem persists, see Getting

help.

Use the activation button to activate it. If pressing the activation button does not turn on the LEDs, it indicates that power is not delivered to the Quick Sync bezel.

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Power indicator pattern Condition

NOTE: For security purposes, Quick Sync turns off after thirty seconds of in-activity after the activation button is pressed. Once timed-out, the user is expected to press the activation button again to activate Quick Sync.

Back-panel features and indicators

Figure 8. Back-panel features and indicators—8 hard-drive system (2 PCIe expansion cards)

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

1 System identification

button

2 System identification

connector

3 iDRAC8 Enterprise port Dedicated management port.

Icon Description

The identification buttons on the front and back panels 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 blink until one of the buttons is pressed again.

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 for more than 15 seconds.

Allows you to connect the optional system status indicator assembly through the optional cable management arm.

NOTE: The port is available for use only if the iDRAC87 Enterprise license is installed on your system.

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Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

Icon Description

4 PCIe expansion card slot

(riser 1)

Allows you to connect a low profile PCIe expansion card.

5 Serial connector Allows you to connect a serial device to the

system.

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

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

The ports are USB 3.0-compliant.

8 PCIe expansion card slot

(riser 2)

Allows you to connect a full height three-fourth length PCIe expansion card.

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

connectors or

Four integrated connectors:

• Two integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC connectors

• Two integrated 100 Mbps/1 Gbps/10 Gbps SFP + connectors

10 Power supply (PSU1)

11 Power supply (PSU2)

AC 495 W, 750 W, or 1100 W

Or

DC 750 W or 1100 W

Figure 9. Back-panel features and indicators—24 hard-drive system, 10 hard-drive system, and 8 hard-drive system (3 PCIe expansion cards)

Item Indicator, Button, or

Icon Description

Connector

1 System identification

button

The identification buttons on the front and back panels can be used to locate a particular system within a rack.

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Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

Icon Description

10/24 HardDrive System

8 Hard-Drive System

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 for more than 15 seconds.

2 System identification

connector

3 iDRAC8 Enterprise port Dedicated management port.

Allows you to connect the optional system status indicator assembly through the optional cable management arm.

NOTE: The port is available for use only if the iDRAC8 Enterprise license is installed on your system.

When one of these buttons is pressed, the system status indicator on the back flashes until one of the buttons is pressed again.

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.

4 LP PCIe expansion card

slot (riser 1)

5 Serial connector Allows you to connect a serial device to the

6 LP PCIe expansion card

slot (riser 2)

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

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

9 LP PCIe expansion card

slot (riser 3)

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

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Allows you to connect a low profile PCIe expansion card.

system.

Allows you to connect a low profile PCIe expansion card.

The ports are USB 3.0-compliant.

Allows you to connect a LP PCIe expansion card.

connectors or

Item Indicator, Button, or

Connector

Icon Description

Four integrated connectors:

• Two integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC connectors

• Two integrated 100 Mbps/1 Gbps/10 Gbps SFP + connectors

11 Power supply (PSU1)

12 Power supply (PSU2)

NIC indicator codes

AC 495 W, 750 W, or 1100 W

Or

DC 750 W or 1100 W

Figure 10. NIC indicators

1. link indicator 2. activity indicator

Indicator Indicator code

Link and activity indicators are off The NIC is not connected to the network.

Link indicator is green The NIC is connected to a valid network at its

maximum port speed (1 Gbps or 10 Gbps).

Link indicator is amber The NIC is connected to a valid network at less

than its maximum port speed.

Activity indicator is blinking green Network data is being sent or received.

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Power supply unit indicator codes

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

Figure 11. AC PSU status indicator

1. AC PSU status indicator/handle

Convention Power indicator

pattern

A Green A valid power source is connected to the PSU and the PSU is

B Flashing green When the firmware of the PSU is being updated, the PSU handle

C Flashing green

and turns off

D Flashing amber Indicates a problem with the PSU.

Condition

operational.

flashes green.

When hot-adding a PSU, the PSU handle flashes green five times at 4 Hz rate and turns off. This indicates that there is a PSU mismatch with respect to efficiency, feature set, health status, and supported voltage. Replace the PSU with a PSU that matches the capacity of the other PSU.

CAUTION: For AC PSUs, use only PSUs with the Extended Power Performance (EPP) label on the back. Mixing PSUs from previous generations of Dell PowerEdge servers can result in a PSU mismatch condition or failure to power on.

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Convention Power indicator

Condition

pattern

CAUTION: When correcting a PSU mismatch, replace only the PSU with the flashing indicator. Swapping the PSU 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 PSUs support both 220 V and 110 V input voltages with the exception of Titanium PSUs, which support only 220 V. When two identical PSUs receive different input voltages, they can output different wattages, and trigger a mismatch.

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

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

E Not lit Power is not connected.

Figure 12. DC PSU status indicator

1. DC PSU status indicator

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Convention Power indicator

pattern

A Green A valid power source is connected to the PSU and that the PSU is

B Flashing green When hot-adding a PSU, the PSU indicator flashes green. This

C Flashing amber Indicates a problem with the PSU.

Condition

operational.

indicates that there is a PSU mismatch with respect to efficiency, feature set, health status, and supported voltage. Replace the PSU with a PSU that matches the capacity of the other installed PSU.

CAUTION: When correcting a PSU mismatch, replace only the PSU with the flashing indicator. Swapping the PSU 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 PSU support both 220 V and 110 V input voltages with the exception of Titanium PSU, which support only 220 V. When two identical PSU receive different input voltages, they can output different wattages, and trigger a mismatch.

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

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

D Not lit Power is not connected.

Documentation matrix

The documentation matrix provides information on documents that you can refer to for setting up and managing your system.

To... Refer to...

Install your system into a rack Rack documentation included with your rack

solution

Set up your system and know the system technical specifications

Install the operating system Operating system documentation at Dell.com/

Get an overview of the Dell Systems Management offerings

Getting Started With Your System that shipped with your system or see Dell.com/poweredgemanuals

operatingsystemmanuals

Dell OpenManage Systems Management Overview Guide at Dell.com/openmanagemanuals

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To... Refer to...

Configure and log in to iDRAC, set up managed and management system, know the iDRAC features and troubleshoot using iDRAC

Know about the RACADM subcommands and supported RACADM interfaces

Launch, enable and disable Lifecycle Controller, know the features, use and troubleshoot Lifecycle Controller

Use Lifecycle Controller Remote Services Dell Lifecycle Controller Remote Services Quick

Set up, use, and troubleshoot OpenManage Server Administrator

Install, use, and troubleshoot OpenManage Essentials

Know the features of the storage controller cards, deploy the cards, and manage the storage subsystem

Check the event and error messages generated by the system firmware and agents that monitor system components

Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at Dell.com/esmmanuals

RACADM Command Line Reference Guide for iDRAC and CMC at Dell.com/esmmanuals

Dell Lifecycle Controller User’s Guide at Dell.com/

esmmanuals

Start Guide at Dell.com/esmmanuals

Dell OpenManage Server Administrator User’s Guide at Dell.com/openmanagemanuals

Dell OpenManage Essentials User’s Guide at

Dell.com/openmanagemanuals

Storage controller documentation at Dell.com/ storagecontrollermanuals

Dell Event and Error Messages Reference Guide at

Dell.com/esmmanuals

Quick Resource Locator

Use the Quick Resource Locator (QRL) to get immediate access to system information and how-to videos. This can be done by visiting dell.com/QRL or by using your smartphone or tablet and a model specific Quick Resource (QR) code located on your Dell PowerEdge system. To try out the QR code, scan the following image.

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Performing initial system configuration

After you receive your system, you must set up your system, install the operating system if it is not preinstalled, and set up and configure the system iDRAC IP address.

Setting up your system

1. Unpack the system.

2. Install the system into the rack. For more information on installing the system into the rack, see your system Rack Installation Placemat at dell.com/poweredgemanuals.

3. Connect the peripherals to the system.

4. Connect the system to its electrical outlet.

5. Turn the system on by pressing the power button or using iDRAC.

6. Turn on the attached peripherals.

Setting up and configuring the iDRAC IP address

You can set up the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) IP address by using one of the following interfaces:

• iDRAC Settings utility.

• Lifecycle Controller.

• Dell Deployment Toolkit.

• System LCD panel.

• Quick Sync (optional)

You can configure iDRAC IP using:

• iDRAC Web Interface.

For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide.

• Remote Access Controller ADMin (RACADM).

For more information, see the RACADM Command Line Interface Reference Guide and the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide.

• Remote Services that includes Web Services Management (WS-Man). For more information, see the

Lifecycle Controller Remote Services Quick Start Guide.

For more information on setting up and configuring iDRAC, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

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Logging in to iDRAC

You can log in to iDRAC as an iDRAC local user, a Microsoft Active Directory user, or a Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) user. You can also log in by using Single Sign-On or a Smart Card. The default user name is root and password is calvin. For more information on logging in to iDRAC and iDRAC licenses, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at Dell.com/esmmanuals.

You can also access iDRAC using RACADM. For more information, see the RACADM Command Line Interface Reference Guide and the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide available at

Dell.com/esmmanuals.

Methods of installing the operating system

If the system is shipped without an operating system, install the supported operating system on the system by using one of the following methods:

• Dell Systems Management Tools and Documentation media. See the operating system

documentation at Dell.com/operatingsystemmanuals.

• Dell Lifecycle Controller. See the Lifecycle Controller documentation at Dell.com/esmmanuals.

• Dell OpenManage Deployment Toolkit. See the OpenManage documentation at Dell.com/

openmanagemanuals.

For information on the list of operating systems supported on your system, see the operating systems support matrix at Dell.com/ossupport.

Managing your system remotely

To perform out-of-band systems management using iDRAC, you must configure iDRAC for remote accessibility, set up the management station and managed system, and configure the supported Web browsers. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at Dell.com/esmmanuals.

You can also remotely monitor and manage the server by using the Dell OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA) software and OpenManage Essentials (OME) systems management console. For more information, see Dell.com/openmanagemanuals.

Downloading drivers and firmware

It is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS, drivers, and systems management firmware on your system.

Prerequisites

Ensure that you clear the web browser cache.

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Steps

1. Go to Dell.com/support/drivers.

2. In the Product Selection section, enter the Service Tag of your system in the Service Tag or Express Service Code field.

NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, select Automatically detect my Service Tag for me to allow the system to automatically detect your Service Tag, or select Choose from a list of all

Dell products to select your product from the Product Selection page.

3. Click Get drivers and downloads.

The drivers that are applicable to your selection are displayed.

4. Download the drivers you require to a diskette drive, USB drive, CD, or DVD.

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Pre-operating system management applications

The pre-operating system management applications for your system help you manage different settings and features without booting to the operating system.

Your system has the following pre-operating system management applications:

• System Setup

• Boot Manager

• Dell Lifecycle Controller

Navigation keys

The navigation keys can help you quickly access the pre-operating system management applications.

Key Description

<Page Up> Moves to the previous screen.

Up arrow Moves to the previous field.

Down arrow

<Enter> Enables you to type 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.

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

<F1> Displays the System Setup help.

Moves to the next screen.

Moves to the next field.

NOTE: This feature is applicable for the standard graphic browser only.

screen exits System BIOS or iDRAC Settings/ Device Settings/Service Tag Settings and proceeds with system boot.

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About System Setup

Using System Setup, you can configure the BIOS settings, iDRAC settings, and device settings of your system.

You can access System Setup in two ways:

• Standard Graphical Browser — This is enabled by default.

• Text Browser — This is enabled by using 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>.

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>, wait for the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again.

System Setup Main Menu

Option Description

System BIOS Enables you to configure BIOS settings.

iDRAC Settings Enables you to configure iDRAC settings.

The iDRAC Settings utility is an interface to set up and configure the iDRAC parameters by using UEFI. You can enable or disable various iDRAC parameters by using the iDRAC Settings utility. For more information about this utility, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at Dell.com/esmmanuals.

Device Settings Enables you to configure device settings.

System BIOS screen

By using the System BIOS screen, you can view the BIOS settings, edit specific functions such as Boot Order, System Password, Setup Password, set the RAID mode, and enable or disable USB ports.

To view the System BIOS screen click System BIOS on the System Setup Main Menu. The System BIOS screen details are explained as follows:

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Menu Item Description

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

BIOS version, and Service Tag.

Memory Settings Displays information and options related to the installed memory.

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

cache size.

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.

Network Settings Displays options to change the network settings.

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

ports and 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 Displays options to change the processor power management settings,

memory frequency, and so on.

System Security Displays options to configure the system security settings, such as system

password, setup password, TPM security. It also enables or disables support for the power and NMI buttons on the system.

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

System Information screen

You can use the System Information screen to view system properties such as Service Tag, system model, and the BIOS version. To view the System Information screen, click System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → System Information.

The System Information screen details are explained as follows:

Menu Item Description

System Model Name Displays the system model name.

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

System Management Engine Version

System Service Tag Displays the system service tag.

System Manufacturer Displays the name of the system manufacturer.

System Manufacturer Contact Information

System CPLD Version Displays the current version of the system complex programmable logic

UEFI Compliance Version Displays the UEFI compliance level of the system firmware.

Displays the current version of the Management Engine firmware.

Displays the contact information of the system manufacturer.

device (CPLD) firmware.

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Memory Settings screen

You can use the Memory Settings screen to view all the memory settings as well as enable or disable specific memory functions such as system memory testing and node interleaving. You can view the Memory Setting screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → Memory Settings.

The Memory Settings screen details are explained as follows:

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 Displays the system memory speed.

System Memory Voltage Displays the system memory voltage.

Video Memory Displays the amount of video memory.

System Memory Testing 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.

Memory Operating Mode Specifies the memory operating mode. The options available are

Optimizer Mode, Advanced ECC Mode, Mirror Mode, Spare Mode, Spare with Advanced ECC Mode, and Dell Fault Resilient Mode. By

default, the Memory Operating Mode option is set to Optimizer Mode.

NOTE: The Memory Operating Mode can have different default and available options based on the memory configuration of your system.

NOTE: The Dell Fault Resilient Mode establishes an area of memory that is fault resilient. This mode can be used by an operating system that supports the feature to load critical applications or enables the operating system kernel to maximize system availability.

Node Interleaving Specifies if Non-Uniform Memory architecture (NUMA) is supported. If

this field is Enabled, memory interleaving is supported if a symmetric memory configuration is installed. If Disabled, the system supports NUMA (asymmetric) memory configurations. By default, Node

Interleaving

Snoop Mode Specifies the Snoop Mode options. Snoop Mode options available are

Home Snoop, Early Snoop, and Cluster on Die. By default, the Snoop

Mode option is set to Early Snoop. The field is available only when Node Interleaving is Disabled.

option is set to Disabled.

Processor Settings screen

You can use the Processor Settings screen to view the processor settings and perform specific functions such as enabling virtualization technology, hardware prefetcher, and logical processor idling. To view the Processor Settings screen click the System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → Processor Settings.

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Menu Item Description

Logical Processor Enables or disables the logical processors and displays 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 displays only one logical processor per core. By default, the

Logical Processor option is set to Enabled.

Alternate RTID (Requestor Transaction ID) Setting

Virtualization Technology Enables or disables the additional hardware capabilities provided for

Address Translation Service (ATS)

Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch

Hardware Prefetcher Enables or disables the hardware prefetcher. By default, the Hardware

DCU Streamer Prefetcher Allows you to enable or disable the Data Cache Unit (DCU) streamer

DCU IP Prefetcher Enables or disables the Data Cache Unit (DCU) IP prefetcher. By default,

Execute Disable Enables or disables the execute disable memory protection technology

Logical Processor Idling Enables or disables the operating system capability to put logical

Configurable TDP Allows reconfiguration of Thermal Design Power (TDP) to lower levels.

Enables you to allocate more RTIDs to the remote socket, thereby increasing cache performance between the sockets or easing work in normal mode for NUMA. By default, the Alternate RTID (Requestor Transaction ID) Setting is set to Disabled.

virtualization. By default, the Virtualization Technology option is set to Enabled.

Defines the Address Translation Cache (ATC) for devices to cache the DMA transactions. This field provides an interface to a chipset's Address Translation and Protection Table to translate DMA addresses to host addresses. By default, the option is set to Enabled.

Optimizes 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.

Prefetcher option is set to Enabled.

prefetcher. By default, the DCU Streamer Prefetcher option is set to Enabled.

the DCU IP Prefetcher option is set to Enabled.

feature. By default, the Execute Disable option is set to Enabled.

processors in the idling state in order to reduce power consumption. By default, the option is set to Disabled.

TDP refers to the maximum amount of power the cooling system is required to dissipate.

X2Apic Mode Enables or disables the X2Apic mode.

Dell Controlled Turbo

Number of Cores per Processor

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

Processor Core Speed Displays the maximum core frequency of the processor.

NOTE: Depending on the number of installed CPUs, there may be up to four processor listings.

Controls the turbo engagement. Enable this option only when System Profile is set to Performance.

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

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Menu Item Description

Processor 1

Family-Model-Stepping Displays the family, model and stepping of the processor as defined by

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: Depending on the number of installed CPUs, there may be up to four processor listings. The following settings are displayed for each processor installed in the system.

Intel.

SATA Settings screen

You can use the SATA Settings screen to view the SATA settings of SATA devices and enable RAID on your system. To view the SATA Settings screen, click System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → SATA Settings.

The SATA Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Menu Item Description

Embedded SATA Enables the embedded SATA option to be set to Off, ATA, AHCI, or RAID

modes. By default, the Embedded SATA option is set to AHCI.

Security Freeze Lock Sends Security Freeze Lock command to the Embedded SATA drives

during POST. This option is applicable only to ATA and AHCI modes.

Write Cache Enables or disables the command for Embedded SATA drives during

POST.

Port A Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings

in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.

For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for

removable media devices such as optical drives.

Port B Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings

in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.

For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for

removable media devices such as optical drives.

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Menu Item Description

Port C Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings

in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.

For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for

removable media devices such as optical drives.

Port D Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings

in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.

For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for

removable media devices such as optical drives.

Port E Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings

in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.

For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for

removable media devices such as optical drives.

Port F Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings

in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.

For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for

removable media devices such as optical drives.

Port G Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings

in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.

For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

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Menu Item Description

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for

removable media devices such as optical drives.

Port H Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings

in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.

For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for

removable media devices such as optical drives.

Port I Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings

in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.

For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for

removable media devices such as optical drives.

Port J Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings

in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.

For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.

Model Displays the drive model of the selected device.

Drive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.

Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for

removable media devices such as optical drives.

Boot Settings screen

You can use the Boot Settings screen to set the Boot mode to either BIOS or UEFI. It also enables you to specify the boot order. To view the Boot Settings screen, click System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → Boot Settings.

The Boot Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Menu Item Description

Boot Mode Enables 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.

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Menu Item Description

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

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

Boot Sequence Retry Enables or disables 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 Enabled.

Hard-Disk Failover Specifies the devices in the Hard-Disk Drive Sequence that are

attempted in the boot sequence. When this option is set to Disabled, only the first hard disk device in the list is attempted to boot. When set to

Enabled, all hard disk devices are attempted to boot, as listed in the Hard-Disk Drive Sequence. This option is not enabled for UEFI Boot

Mode.

Boot Option Settings Configures the boot sequence and the boot devices.

BIOS allows compatibility with non-UEFI operating

Network Settings screen

You can use the Network Settings screen to modify PXE device settings. The Network Settings option is available only in the UEFI boot mode. BIOS does not control network settings in the BIOS boot mode. For BIOS boot mode, the network settings are handled by the network controllers option ROM. To view the Network Settings screen, click System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → Network

Settings

. The Network Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Menu Item Description

PXE Device n (n = 1 to 4) Enables or disables the device. When enabled, a UEFI boot option is

created for the device.

PXE Device n Settings (n = 1 to 4)

Allows you to control the configuration of the PXE device.

Integrated Devices screen

You can use the Integrated Devices screen to view and configure the settings of all integrated devices including the video controller, integrated RAID controller, and the USB ports. You can view the Integrated Devices screen by clicking System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → Integrated Devices.

The Integrated Devices screen details are explained below.

Menu Item Description

USB 3.0 Setting Enables or disables the USB 3.0 support. Enable this option only if your

operating system supports USB 3.0. If you disable this option, devices operate at USB 2.0 speed. USB 3.0 is disabled by default.

User Accessible USB Ports

Enables or disables the USB ports. Selecting Only Back Ports On disables the front USB ports, selecting All Ports Off disables all USB ports. The USB

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Menu Item Description

keyboard and mouse operates during boot process in certain operating systems. After the boot process is complete, the USB keyboard and mouse do not work if the ports are disabled.

NOTE: Selecting Only Back Ports On and All Ports Off will disable the USB management port and also restrict access to iDRAC features.

Internal USB Port Enables or disables the internal USB port. By default, the option is set to

Enabled.

Integrated RAID Controller

Integrated Network Card 1

Embedded NIC1 and NIC2

I/OAT DMA Engine Enables or disables the I/OAT option. Enable only if the hardware and

Embedded Video Controller

Current State of Embedded Video Controller

SR-IOV Global Enable Enables or disables the BIOS configuration of Single Root I/O Virtualization

OS Watchdog Timer If your system stops responding, this watchdog timer aids in the recovery of

Memory Mapped I/O above 4GB

Slot Disablement Enables or disables the available PCIe slots on your system. The Slot

Enables or disables the integrated RAID controller. By default, the option is set to Enabled.

Enables or disables the integrated network card.

NOTE: The Embedded NIC1 and NIC2 option is only available on systems that do not have Integrated Network Card 1.

Enables or disables the Embedded NIC1 and NIC2 . If set to Disabled, the NIC may still be available for shared network access by the embedded management controller. The embedded NIC1 and NIC2 option is only available on systems that do not have NDCs. This option is mutually exclusive with the Integrated Network Card 1 option. Configure this function using the NIC management utilities of the system.

software support the feature.

Enables or disables the Embedded Video Controller. By default, the embedded video controller is Enabled. Current state of Embedded Video Controller is Enabled. Current State of Embedded Video Controller is a read only field, indicating the current state for the Embedded Video Controller. If the Embedded Video Controller is the only display capability in the system (that is, no add-in graphics card is installed), then the Embedded Video Controller is automatically used as the primary display even if the Embedded Video Controller setting is

Displays the current state of the Embedded Video Controller. Current State of Embedded Video Controller is a read only field, indicating the current state for the Embedded Video Controller.

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

your operating system. When this field is set to Enabled, the operating system is allowed to initialize the timer. When the option is set to Disabled (the default), the timer will have no effect on the system.

Enables or disables the support for PCIe devices that require large amounts of memory. By default, the option is set to Enabled.

Disablement feature controls the configuration of PCIe cards installed in the specified slot. Slot disablement must be used only when the installed peripheral card is preventing booting into the operating system or causing

Disabled.

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Menu Item Description

delays in system startup. If the slot is disabled, both the Option ROM and UEFI driver are disabled.

Serial Communication screen

You can use the Serial Communication screen to view the properties of the serial communication port. To view the Serial Communication screen, click System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → Serial

Communication. The Serial Communication screen details are explained as follows:

Menu Item Description

Serial Communication Selects serial communication devices (Serial Device 1 and Serial Device 2)

in BIOS. BIOS console redirection can also be enabled and the port address can be specified. By default, the Serial Communication option is set to Auto.

Serial Port Address Enables 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: You can use only Serial Device 2 for the Serial Over LAN (SOL) feature. To use console redirection by SOL, configure the same port address for console redirection and the serial device.

NOTE: Every time the system boots, the BIOS syncs the serial MUX setting saved in iDRAC. The serial MUX setting can independently be changed in iDRAC. Therefore, loading the BIOS default settings from within the BIOS setup utility may not always revert the serial MUX setting to the default setting of Serial Device 1.

External Serial Connector Enables you to associate the External Serial Connector to Serial Device 1,

Serial Device 2, or the Remote Access Device by using this field.

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.

NOTE: Every time the system boots, the BIOS syncs the serial MUX setting saved in iDRAC. The serial MUX setting can independently be changed in iDRAC. Therefore, loading the BIOS default settings from within the BIOS setup utility may not always revert this setting to the default setting of Serial Device 1.

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

to determine the 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 115200.

Remote Terminal Type Sets the remote console terminal type. By default, the Remote Terminal

Type option is set to VT 100/VT 220.

Redirection After Boot Enables or disables the BIOS console redirection when the operating

system is loaded. By default, the Redirection After Boot option is set to Enabled.

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System Profile Settings screen

You can use the System Profile Settings screen to enable specific system performance settings such as power management. To view the System Profile Settings screen, click System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → System

Profile Settings. The System Profile Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Menu Item Description

System Profile Sets 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)

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

CPU Power Management Sets the CPU power management. By default, the CPU Power

Management option is set to System DBPM (DAPC). DBPM is Demand-

Based Power Management.

Memory Frequency Sets the speed of the system memory. You can select Maximum

Performance, Maximum Reliability, or a specific speed.

Turbo Boost Enables or disables the processor to operate in turbo boost mode. By

default, the Turbo Boost option is set to Enabled.

Energy Efficient Turbo Enables or disables the Energy Efficient Turbo.

Energy Efficient Turbo (EET) is a mode of operation where a processor’s core frequency is adjusted within the turbo range based on workload.

. DAPC is Dell Active Power Controller.

C1E Enables or disables the processor to switch to a minimum performance

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

C States Enables or disables the processor to operate in all available power states.

By default, the C States option is set to Enabled.

Collaborative CPU Performance Control

Memory Patrol Scrub Sets the memory patrol scrub frequency. By default, the Memory Patrol

Memory Refresh Rate Sets the memory refresh rate to either 1x or 2x. By default, the Memory

Uncore Frequency Enables you to select the Processor Uncore Frequency.

Energy Efficient Policy Enables you to select the Energy Efficient Policy.

Enables or disables the CPU power management. 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.

Scrub option is set to Standard.

Refresh Rate option is set to 1x.

Dynamic mode allows the processor to optimize power resources across the cores and uncore during runtime. The optimization of the uncore frequency to either save power or optimize performance is influenced by the setting of the Energy Efficiency Policy.

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Menu Item Description

The CPU uses the setting to manipulate the internal behavior of the processor and determines whether to target higher performance or better power savings.

Number of Turbo Boot Enabled Cores for Processor 1

Monitor/Mwait Enables the Monitor/Mwait instructions in the processor. By default, the

NOTE: If there are two processors installed in the system, you see an entry for Number of Turbo Boost Enabled Cores for Processor 2.

Controls the number of turbo boost enabled cores for processor 1. By default, the maximum number of cores is enabled.

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 set to disabled.

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

System Security Settings screen

You can use the System Security screen to perform specific functions such as setting the system password, setup password and disabling the power button. To view the System Security screen, click System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → System Security

Settings.

Menu Item Description

Intel AES-NI 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 Sets the system password. This option is set to Enabled by default and is

read-only if the password jumper is not installed in the system.

Setup Password Sets the setup password. This option is read-only if the password jumper

is not installed in the system.

Password Status Locks the system password. By default, the Password Status option is set

to Unlocked.

TPM Security

TPM Information Changes the operational state of the TPM. By default, the TPM Activation

TPM Status Displays the TPM status.

NOTE: The TPM menu is available only when the TPM module is installed.

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.

option is set to No Change.

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Menu Item Description

TPM Command

Intel TXT Enables or disables the Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT). To

Power Button Enables or disables the power button on the front of the system. By

NMI Button Enables or disables the NMI button on the front of the system. By default,

AC Power Recovery Sets how the system reacts after AC power is restored to the system. By

AC Power Recovery Delay Sets how the system supports staggering of power up after AC power is

User Defined Delay (60s to 240s)

UEFI Variable Access Provides varying degrees of securing UEFI variables. When set to

Secure Boot Enables Secure Boot, where the BIOS authenticates each pre-boot image

Secure Boot Policy When Secure Boot policy is set to Standard, the BIOS uses the system

Secure Boot Policy Summary

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

Clears all the contents of the TPM. By default, the TPM Clear option is set to

No.

enable Intel TXT, 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.

default, the Power Button option is set to Enabled.

the NMI Button option is set to Disabled.

default, the AC Power Recovery option is set to Last.

restored to the system. By default, the AC Power Recovery Delay option is set to Immediate.

Sets the User Defined Delay when the User Defined option for AC Power

Recovery Delay is selected.

Standard (the default), UEFI variables are accessible in the Operating

System per the UEFI specification. When set to Controlled, selected UEFI variables are protected in the environment and new UEFI boot entries are forced to be at the end of the current boot order.

using the certificates in the Secure Boot Policy. Secure Boot is disabled by default.

manufacturer’s key and certificates to authenticate pre-boot images. When Secure Boot policy is set to Custom, the BIOS uses the userdefined key and certificates. Secure Boot policy is set to Standard by default.

Displays the list of certificates and hashes that secure boot uses to authenticate images.

Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings screen

Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings is displayed only when Secure Boot Policy is set to Custom. In the System Setup Main Menu, click System BIOS → System Security → Secure Boot Custom Policy

Settings

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. The Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings screen details are explained as follows:

Menu Item Description

Platform Key Imports, exports, deletes, or restores the platform

key (PK).

Key Exchange Key Database Enables you to import, export, delete, or restore

entries in the Key Exchange Key (KEK) Database.

Authorized Signature Database Imports, exports, deletes, or restores entries in the

Authorized Signature Database (db).

Forbidden Signature Database Imports, exports, deletes, or restores entries in the

Forbidden Signature Database (dbx).

Miscellaneous Settings screen

You can use the Miscellaneous Settings screen to perform specific functions such as updating the asset tag, and changing the system date and time. To view the Miscellaneous Settings screen, click System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS →

Miscellaneous Settings.

Menu Item Description

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

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

Asset Tag Displays the asset tag and enables you to modify it

for security and tracking purposes.

Keyboard NumLock Enables 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.

F1/F2 Prompt on Error Enables or disables the F1/F2 prompt on error. By

default, F1/F2 Prompt on Error is set to Enabled. The F1/F2 prompt also includes keyboard errors.

Load Legacy Video Option ROM Enables you to determine whether the system

BIOS loads the legacy video (INT 10H) option ROM from the video controller. Selecting Enabled in the operating system does not support UEFI video output standards. This field is only for UEFI boot mode. You cannot set this to

Secure Boot mode is enabled.

In-System Characterization This option enables or disables In-System

Characterization. By default, In-System Characterization is set to Disabled. The two other

options are Enabled and Enabled - No Reboot.

NOTE: The default setting for In-System Characterization is subject to change in future BIOS releases.

Enabled if UEFI

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Menu Item Description

When enabled, In-System Characterization (ISC) executes during POST upon detecting relevant change(s) in system configuration. This helps in optimizing the system power and performance. ISC takes about 20 seconds to execute, and system reset is required for ISC results to be applied. The Enabled - No Reboot option executes ISC and continues without applying ISC results until the next time system reset occurs. The Enabled option executes ISC and forces an immediate system reset so that ISC results can be applied. It takes the system longer to be ready due to the forced system reset. When disabled, ISC does not execute.

About Boot Manager

Boot Manager enables you to add, delete, and arrange boot options. You can also access System Setup

and boot options without restarting the system.

Entering Boot Manager

The Boot Manager screen enables you to select boot options and diagnostic utilities.

1. Turn on, or restart your system.

2. Press F11 when you see the message F11 = 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.

Boot Manager main menu

Menu Item Description

Continue Normal Boot 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.

One Shot Boot Menu Takes you to the boot menu, where you can select

a one time boot device to boot from.

Launch System Setup Enables you to access System Setup.

Launch Lifecycle Controller Exits the Boot Manager and invokes the Lifecycle

Controller program.

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Menu Item Description

System Utilities Launches System Utilities menu such as System

Diagnostics and UEFI shell.

Changing the boot order

You may have to change the boot order if you want to boot from a USB key or an optical drive. The following instructions may vary if you have selected BIOS for Boot Mode.

1. From the System Setup Main Menu, click System BIOS → Boot Settings.

2. Click Boot Option Settings → Boot Sequence.

3. Use the arrow keys to select a boot device, and use the Plus (+) and Minus (-) sign keys to move the

device down or up in the order.

4. Click Exit, and then click Yes to save the settings on exit.

Choosing the system boot mode

System Setup enables you to specify one of the following boot modes for installing your operating system:

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

• Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) boot mode is an enhanced 64-bit boot interface. If you

have configured your system to boot to UEFI mode, it overlays the system BIOS.

1. From the System Setup Main Menu, click Boot Settings and select Boot Mode.

2. Select the boot mode you want the system to boot into.

NOTE: After the system boots in the specified boot mode, proceed to install your operating system from that mode.

CAUTION: 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.

Assigning a system and/or setup password

Prerequisites

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

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You can assign a new System Password and Setup Password or change an existing System Password and Setup Password only when the password jumper setting is enabled and Password Status is Unlocked.

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

About this task To assign a System Password and Setup Password, follow the steps below:

Steps

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

2. From the System Setup Main Menu, select System BIOS and press <Enter>. The System BIOS screen is displayed.

3. On the System BIOS screen, select System Security and press <Enter>. The System Security screen is displayed.

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

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

6. Re-enter the system password, 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, and click OK.

9. Press <Esc> to return to the System BIOS screen. Press <Esc> again.

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 password and setup password

Prerequisites

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.

Steps

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

2. From the System Setup Main Menu, select System BIOS and press <Enter>. The System BIOS screen is displayed.

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

The System Security screen is displayed.

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4. On 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>.

If you change the System and Setup password a message prompts you to re-enter the new password. If you delete the System and 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.

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Installing and removing system components

Safety instructions

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 while the system is powered on may expose you to a risk of electric shock.

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

NOTE: Operating the system without the system cover can result in component damage.

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

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NOTE: To ensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the system must be populated at all times with either a module or with a blank.

Before working inside your system

1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals.

2. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals.

3. If installed, remove the front bezel.

For more information, see Removing the front bezel.

4. Remove the system cover. For more information, see Removing the system cover.

After working inside your system

1. Install the system cover.

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For more information, see Installing the system cover.

2. Install the optional bezel.

3. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and peripherals.

4. Turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Recommended tools

You need the following tools to perform the removal and installation procedures:

• Key to the bezel lock. This is only required when you have a bezel.

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• #1 Phillips screwdriver

• T6, T8, T10, and T15 Torx screwdrivers

The following tools are required for assembling cables for a DC power supply unit (PSU):

• AMP 90871-1 hand-crimping tool or equivalent

• Tyco Electronics 58433-3 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)

Removing the front bezel

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

2. Lift the release latch next to the bezel lock.

3. Pull the left end of the bezel, unhook the right end and remove the bezel.

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Figure 13. Removing and installing the front bezel

1. bezel lock 2. front bezel

Figure 14. Removing and installing the Quick Sync bezel

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1. keylock 2. Quick Sync bezel

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 system.

3. Secure the bezel with the keylock.

Removing the system cover

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals.

3. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.

4. Remove the optional bezel. For more information, see Removing the front bezel.

Steps

1. Turn the latch release lock to the unlock position.

2. Lift the cover release latch and remove the system cover.

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Figure 15. Removing and installing the system

1. latch release lock 2. system cover

3. latch

Installing the system cover

Prerequisites

Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

Steps

1. Align the slots on the system cover with the tabs on the chassis.

2. Press the cover release latch, and push the cover toward the front of the chassis until the latch locks

into place.

3. Turn the latch release lock clockwise to the locked position.

4. Install the optional bezel.

5. 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 16. Inside the system—8 hard-drive system

1. control panel assembly 2. cooling fans (7)

3. processor 1 4. DIMMs (6)

5. PSU connector 6. power supply (2)

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7. riser card 3 8. network daughter card

9. riser card 2 10. riser card 1

11. DIMMs (6) 12. processor 2

13. DIMMs (12) 14. hard-drive backplane

15. hard drive

Figure 17. Inside the system—24 hard-drive system and 10 hard-drive system

1. control panel assembly 2. cooling fans (7)

3. processor 1 4. DIMMs (6)

5. PSU connector 6. power supply (2)

7. riser card 3 8. network daughter card

9. riser card 1 10. riser card 2

11. DIMMs (6) 12. processor 2

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13. DIMMs (12) 14. expander board

15. hard drive

Cooling shroud

Removing the cooling shroud

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your 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.

CAUTION: Never operate your system with the cooling shroud removed. The system may get overheated quickly, resulting in shutdown of the system and loss of data.

Steps

Hold the touch points and lift the shroud away from the system.

Figure 18. Removing and installing the cooling shroud

1. cooling shroud

Next steps

1. Replace the cooling shroud.

2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

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Installing the cooling shroud

Prerequisites

• Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

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: For proper seating of the cooling shroud in the chassis, ensure that the cables inside the system are routed along the chassis wall and secured using the cable securing bracket.

Steps

1. Align the tabs on the cooling shroud with the securing slots on the chassis.

2. Lower the cooling shroud into the chassis until it is firmly seated.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

System memory

Your system supports DDR4 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs), and load reduced DIMMs (LRDIMMs).

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

Memory bus operating frequency can be 1333 MT/s, 1600 MT/s, 1866 MT/s, or 2133 MT/s depending on the following factors:

• DIMM type (RDIMM or LRDIMM)

• Number of DIMMs populated per channel

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

Optimized)

• Maximum supported DIMM frequency of the processors

The system contains 24 memory sockets split into two sets of 12 sockets, one set per processor. Each 12socket set is organized 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.

NOTE: DIMMs in sockets A1 to A12 are assigned to processor 1 and DIMMs in sockets B1 to B12 are assigned to processor 2.

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Figure 19. 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

Processor 2 channel 0: slots B1, B5, and B9

channel 1: slots B2, B6, and B10

channel 2: slots B3, B7, and B11

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channel 3: slots B4, B8, and B12

The following table shows the memory populations and operating frequencies for the supported configurations.

DIMM Type DIMMs Populated/

Channel

RDIMM 1 2133, 1866, 1600, 1333 Dual rank or single rank

2 2133, 1866, 1600, 1333 Dual rank or single rank

3 1866, 1600, 1333 Dual rank or single rank

LRDIMM 1 2133, 1866, 1600, 1333 Quad rank

2 2133, 1866, 1600, 1333 Quad rank

3 1866, 1600, 1333 Quad rank

Operating Frequency (in

MT/s)

1.2 V

Maximum DIMM Rank/Channel

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 installing memory modules:

• RDIMMs and LRDIMMs must not be mixed.

• x4 and x8 DRAM based memory modules can be mixed. For more information, see Mode-specific

guidelines.

• Up to three dual- or single-rank RDIMMs can be populated per channel.

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

• Populate memory module sockets only if a processor is installed. For single-processor systems,

sockets A1 to A12 are available. For dual-processor systems, sockets A1 to A12 and sockets B1 to B12 are available.

• Populate all sockets with white release tabs 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 single-rank and dual-rank memory modules, populate dual-rank memory modules in the sockets with white release tabs and single-rank memory modules in the sockets with black release tabs.

• When mixing memory modules with different capacities, populate the sockets with memory modules

with highest capacity first. For example, if you want to mix 4 GB and 8 GB memory modules, populate 8 GB memory modules in the sockets with white release tabs and 4 GB memory modules in the sockets with black release tabs.

• In a dual-processor configuration, the memory configuration for each processor should be identical.

For example, if you populate socket A1 for processor 1, then populate socket B1 for processor 2, and so on.

• Memory modules of different capacities can be mixed provided other memory population rules are

followed (for example, 4 GB and 8 GB memory modules can be mixed).

• Mixing of more than two memory module capacities in a system is not supported.

• Populate four memory modules per processor (one DIMM per channel) at a time to maximize

performance.

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Mode-specific guidelines

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

NOTE: You can mix x4 and x8 DRAM based DIMMs to support 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.

The installation guidelines for memory modules are as follows:

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

• DIMMs installed in memory sockets with white release levers must be identical and the same rule

applies for sockets with black release levers. This ensures that identical DIMMs are installed in matched pair —for example, A1 with A2, A3 with A4, A5 with A6, and so on.

NOTE: Advanced ECC with mirroring is not supported.

Memory optimized (independent channel) mode

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

Memory sparing

NOTE: To use memory sparing, this feature must be enabled in 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 memory modules, the available system memory is: 3/4 (ranks/channel) × 16 (memory modules) × 4 GB = 48 GB, and not 16 (memory modules) × 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 memory module 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

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is used to mirror the active memory modules. In the event of an uncorrectable error, the system switches over to the mirrored copy. This ensures SDDC and multi-bit protection.

The installation guidelines for memory modules are as follows

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

• Memory modules installed in memory module sockets with white release levers must be identical and

the same rule applies for sockets with black and green release tabs. This ensures that identical memory modules are installed in matched pairs—for example, A1 with A2, A3 with A4, A5 with A6, and so on.

Sample memory configurations

The following tables show sample memory configurations for one and two processor configurations that follow the appropriate memory guidelines.

NOTE: 1R, 2R, and 4R in the following tables indicate single-, dual-, and quad-rank DIMMs respectively.

Table 1. Memory configurations—single processor

System capacity (in GB)

4 4 1

8 4 2

16 4 4

24 4 6

48 4 12

DIMM size (in GB)

8 2

Number of DIMMs

DIMM rank, organization, and frequency

1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

2R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

1R, x8, 1600 MT/s

DIMM slot population

A1

A1, A2

A1, A2, A3, A4

A1, A2

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11, A12

8 6

96 8 12

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2R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

2R, x8 1600 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11, A12

System capacity (in GB)

DIMM size (in GB)

16 6

Number of DIMMs

DIMM rank, organization, and frequency

2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s

DIMM slot population

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6

128 16 8

144 16 and 8 10

384 32 12

Table 2. Memory configurations—two processors

System capacity (in

DIMM size (in GB)

Number of DIMMs

GB)

16 4 4

2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s,

2R, x4 and 2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

2R, x4 and 2R, x8, 1600 MT/s

LRDIMM, x4, 1866 MT/s

LRDIMM, x4, 1600 MT/s

DIMM rank, organization, and frequency

1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A11

NOTE: 16 GB DIMMs must be installed in slots numbered A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, and A8 and 8 GB DIMMs must be installed in slots A9 and A11.

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11, A12

DIMM slot population

A1, A2, B1, B2

32 4 8

64 4 16

8 8

96 4 24

8 12

1R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

1R, x8, 2133 MT/s

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

2R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

1R, x8, 1866 MT/s

1R, x8, 1600 MT/s

2R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8

A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11, A12, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B10, B11, B12

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6

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System capacity (in GB)

128 8 16

DIMM size (in GB)

Number of DIMMs

DIMM rank, organization, and frequency

2R, x8, 2133 MT/s

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

DIMM slot population

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8

16 8

160 8 20

16 and 8 12

192 8 24

16 12

256 16 16

2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

2R, x8, 1600 MT/s

2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x8, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s

2R, x8, 1866 MT/s

2R, x8, 1600 MT/s

2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s

2R, x4, 2133 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1866 MT/s,

A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A11, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B11

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6

NOTE: 16 GB DIMMs must be installed in slots numbered A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, and B4 and 8 GB DIMMs must be installed in slots A5, A6, B5, and B6.

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11, A12, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B10, B11, B12

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8

384 16 24

32 12

512 32 16

768 32 24

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2R, x4, 1866 MT/s,

2R, x4, 1600 MT/s,

LRDIMM, 4R, x4, 2133 MT/s

LRDIMM, 4R, x4, 1866 MT/s

LRDIMM, 4R, x4, 1600 MT/s

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11, A12, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B10, B11, B12

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8

A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11, A12, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B10, B11, B12

Removing memory modules

Prerequisites

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. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Remove the cooling shroud.

WARNING: The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow 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: 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.

Steps

1. Locate the appropriate 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.

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

the memory module socket.

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Figure 20. Removing and installing a memory module

1. memory module 2. memory module socket

3. memory module socket ejector (2)

Installing memory modules

Prerequisites

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. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Remove the cooling shroud.

4. Removing the cooling fan assembly.

WARNING: The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow 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: 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.

Steps

1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket.

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CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, making sure not to touch the middle of the memory module or metallic contacts.

2. 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.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module or the memory-module socket during installation, do not bend or flex the memory module; insert both ends of the memory module simultaneously.

3. Align the edge connector of the memory module with the alignment key of 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: Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module; apply pressure at both ends of the memory module evenly.

4. Press the memory module with your thumbs until the socket levers firmly click into place.

When the memory module is properly seated in the socket, the levers on the memory module socket align with the levers on the other sockets that have memory modules installed.

Figure 21. Installing the memory module

1. memory module 2. alignment key

3. memory module socket ejector (2)

Next steps

1. Install the cooling shroud.

2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

3. Press <F2> to enter System Setup, and check the System Memory setting.

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

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4. If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Ensure

that the memory module is firmly seated in the memory module socket.

5. Run the system memory test in system diagnostics.

Hard drives

All hard drives connect to the system board through the hard-drive backplane. Hard drives are supplied in hot-swappable 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

Prerequisites

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

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. If installed, remove the bezel.

Steps

Press the release button and slide the hard-drive blank out of the hard-drive slot.

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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

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. If installed, remove the front bezel.

Steps

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

Next steps

If applicable, install the front bezel.

Removing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. If installed, remove the front bezel.

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

Steps

Press the release button and slide the hard-drive blank out of the hard-drive slot.

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Figure 23. Removing and installing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank

1. hard-drive blank 2. release button

Next steps

If applicable, install the front bezel.

Installing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. If installed, remove the front bezel.

Steps

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

Next steps

If applicable, install the front bezel.

Removing a hot swappable hard drive/SSD

Prerequisites

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. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. If applicable, remove the bezel.

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3. Using the management software, prepare the hard drive for removal. If the hard drive is online, the

green activity/fault indicator flashes while the drive is turning off. When the hard drive indicators are off, the hard drive is ready for removal.

For more information, see the documentation for the storage controller.

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

Steps

1. Press the release button to open the hard drive/SSD carrier release handle.

2. Slide the hard drive carrier/SSD out of the hard drive slot.

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

3. If you are not replacing the hard drive/SSD immediately, insert a hard drive/SSD blank in the empty

hard drive slot.

Figure 24. Removing and installing a hot-swappable hard drive/SSD

1. release button 2. hard drive/SSD carrier

3. hard drive/SSD carrier handle

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Figure 25. Removing and installing a 1.8 inch hot-swappable uSATA SSD

1. release button 2. SSD carrier

3. SSD carrier handle

Installing a hot-swap hard drive

Prerequisites

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. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

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.

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.

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Steps

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. For more information, see Installing a hard drive into a

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.

Next steps

Install the optional front bezel.

Removing a hard drive from a hard-drive carrier

Prerequisites

1. Keep the #1 Phillips screwdriver handy.

2. Remove the hard-drive carrier from the system.

Steps

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 26. Removing and installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier

1. screw (4) 2. hard drive

3. hard-drive carrier

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Installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier

Prerequisites

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.

Keep the #1 Phillips screwdriver handy.

Steps

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.

Removing a 1.8 inch hard drive from a hard-drive carrier

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Remove the hard-drive carrier from the system.

Steps

1. Turn the hard-drive carrier.

2. Pull the rails of the hard-drive carrier and lift the hard drive out of the hard-drive carrier.

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Figure 27. Removing and installing a 1.8 hard drive into a hard-drive carrier

1. hard drive carrier 2. hard-drive

Installing a 1.8 inch hard drive into a hard-drive carrier

Prerequisites

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.

Steps

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

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

Optical drive (optional)

Removing the optical drive

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

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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.

NOTE: This procedure applies only to the 8-hard drive system.

Steps

1. Disconnect the power/data cable from the back of the drive.

Note the routing of the power/data cable on the side of the system as you remove them from the system board and drive. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent them from being pinched or crimped.

2. To release the optical drive, press the release tab.

3. Slide the optical drive out of the system until it is free of the optical-drive slot.

4. If you are not adding a new optical drive, install the optical drive blank.

Figure 28. Removing and installing the optical drive

1. optical drive

2. power and data cable

3. release tab

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing the optical drive

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

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2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

NOTE: This procedure applies only to PowerEdge R730 systems.

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: This procedure applies only to the 8-hard drive system.

Steps

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

2. Slide in the optical drive until the release tab snaps into place.

3. Connect the power/data cable to the optical drive and system board.

NOTE: You must route the cable properly on the side of the system to prevent it from being pinched or crimped.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Removing the slim optical drive blank

Follow the same procedure to remove the slim optical drive.

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your 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.

Steps

1. Locate the touch point for the slim optical drive blank lock inside the system.

2. Press the lock and pull the slim optical drive blank out of the chassis.

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Figure 29. Removing and installing the slim optical drive blank

1. slim optical drive blank 2. optical drive blank lock

Installing the slim optical drive blank

Prerequisites

Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

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.

Steps

1. Align the slim optical drive blank with the slim optical drive bay.

2. Slide the optical drive blank into the optical drive bay until the lock clicks into place.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Cooling fans

Your system supports hot-swappable cooling fans.

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NOTE: In the event of a problem with a particular fan, the fan number is referenced by the system management software, allowing you to easily identify and replace the proper fan by noting the fan numbers on the cooling-fan assembly.

Removing a cooling fan

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

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.

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.

CAUTION: Do not operate the system with the cover removed for a duration exceeding five minutes.

NOTE: The procedure for removing each fan is identical.

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Steps

Hold the fan and lift it out of the system.

Next steps

Figure 30. Removing and installing a cooling fan

1. cooling fans (7) 2. cooling fan connectors (7)

Installing a cooling fan

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your 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: Your system supports seven hot-swappable cooling fans.

Steps

1. Align the plug at the base of the cooling fan with the connector on the system board.

2. Slide the cooling fan into the securing slots until the tabs lock into place.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

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Internal USB memory key (optional)

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

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 System Board Connectors.

Replacing the internal USB key

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your 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.

Steps

1. Locate the USB connector or USB key on the system board.

NOTE: To locate the internal USB connector on the system board, see System board

connectors.

2. If installed, remove the USB key.

3. Insert the new USB key into the USB connector.

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Figure 31. Replacing the internal USB key

1. USB memory key 2. USB memory key connector

Next steps

1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

2. While booting, press <F2> to enter System Setup and verify that the USB key is detected by the

system.

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.

Expansion card installation guidelines

Your system supports PCI Express Generation 3 expansion cards.

Table 3. Systems supporting three PCIe expansion cards

Riser PCIe Slot Processor

Connection

1 1 Processor 2 Low Profile Half Length x16 x16

1 2 Processor 2 Low Profile Half Length x8 x16

3 3 Processor 1 Low Profile Half Length x16 x16

NOTE: Both the processors must be installed to use riser 1 slots.

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Height Length Link

Width

Slot Width

Table 4. Systems supporting two PCIe expansion cards

Riser PCIe Slot Processor

Connection

2 1 Processor 1 Low Profile Half Length x8 x16

Processor 2 Low Profile Half Length x16 x16

3 2 Processor 1 Full height Three-fourth

NOTE: Only a three-fourth length card is supported for the PCIe expansion card slot (slot 2) on riser

3.

NOTE: For a server with three PCIe cards, only MiniSAS HD third party cards are supported in slot 3. For a server with two PCIe cards, only MiniSAS HD third party cards are supported in slot 1.

NOTE: You can install expansion cards only on one slot on riser 2.

NOTE: Both the processors must be installed to use the x16 link on the riser 2 slot.

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

Table 5. Expansion-card installation priority

Card Priority Card Type Systems Supporting up to 2

PCIe Expansion Cards

Slot Priority Max Allowed Slot Priority Max Allowed

Height Length Link

Width

x16 x16

Length

Systems Supporting up to 3 PCIe

Expansion Cards

Slot Width

1 PCIe Bridge N/A N/A 1 1

2 RAID 1 1 3, 1 2

3 40 G NICs 2, 1 1 3,2 1

4 10 Gb NICs 2, 1 2 3, 2, 1 3

5 FC16 HBA 2, 1 1 3, 2, 1 1

6 FC8 HBA 2, 1 1 3, 2, 1 3

7 FC4 HBA 2, 1 1 3, 2, 1 3

8 FC16 HBA 2,1 1 N/A N/A

9 1 Gb NICs 2, 1 1 3, 2, 1 3

10 Non-RAID 2 1 N/A N/A

11 Integrated RAID Integrated Slot 1 Integrated Slot 1

12 NDC Integrated Slot 1 Integrated Slot 1

Removing an expansion card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

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2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your 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.

Steps

1. Disconnect any cables connected to the expansion card or expansion card riser.

2. To remove the expansion card, lift the expansion-card latch.

3. Grasp the expansion card by its edges and remove it from the expansion-card connector on the

riser.

4. If you are removing the card permanently, install a metal filler bracket over the empty expansion slot opening and close 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.

Figure 32. Removing and installing the expansion card

1. expansion connector 2. expansion card latch

3. expansion-card 4. expansion-card latch

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

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Installing an expansion card

Prerequisites

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: The expansion-card riser 1 and the x16 link on the riser 2 slot can be used only when both the processors are installed.

Steps

1. Unpack the expansion card and prepare it for installation.

For instructions, see the documentation accompanying the card.

2. Locate the expansion-card connector on the system board/riser.

3. Open the expansion-card latch and remove the filler bracket.

4. Holding the card by its edges, position the card so that the card-edge connector aligns with the

expansion-card connector.

5. Insert the card-edge connector firmly into the expansion-card connector until the card is fully seated.

6. Slide the expansion-card latch into position.

7. Close the system.

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

peripherals.

9. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card.

Removing expansion-card risers

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your 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: The expansion-card riser 1 and the x16 link on the riser 2 slot can be used only when both the processors are installed.

Steps

1. Holding the touch points, lift the expansion-card riser from the riser connector on the system board.

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Figure 33. Removing and installing the expansion card riser 1

1. expansion-card riser 1 2. connector

3. riser guide pin

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Figure 34. Removing and installing the expansion card riser 3

1. connector 2. expansion card riser 3

3. expansion card release latch

2. If applicable, remove or install an expansion card on the riser.

3. Replace the expansion-card riser.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing expansion card risers

Prerequisites

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.

Steps

1. If applicable, reinstall the expansion card(s) into the expansion card riser.

2. Align the expansion-card riser with the connector and the riser guide pin on the system board.

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3. Lower the expansion-card riser into place until the expansion-card riser connector is fully seated in the connector.

Next steps

1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

2. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card.

SD vFlash media 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 Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

Replacing a SD vFlash card

Prerequisites

NOTE: This procedure applies only to the 8-hard drive system.

Steps

1. Locate the vFlash media slot on the system.

2. To remove the installed SD vFlash card, push inward on the card to release it and pull the card from

the card slot.

Figure 35. 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.

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Internal dual SD module

The Internal Dual SD Module (IDSDM) card provides two SD card slots. This card offers the following features:

• Dual card operation — maintains a mirrored configuration by using SD cards in both the slots and

provides redundancy.

NOTE: When the Redundancy option is set to Mirror Mode in the Integrated Devices screen of System Setup, the information is replicated from one SD card to another.

• Single card operation — single card operation is supported, but without redundancy.

Removing the internal dual SD module

Prerequisites

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. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

Steps

1. Locate the internal dual SD module on the system board.

2. If installed, remove the SD card(s).

3. Hold the plastic pull tab and pull the dual SD module out of the chassis.

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Figure 36. Removing and installing the Internal Dual SD Module (IDSDM)

1. Internal Dual SD module 2. LED status indicator (2)

3. SD card (2) 4. SD card slot 2

5. SD card slot 1 6. IDSDM connector

The following table describes the IDSDM indicator codes.

Convention IDSDM indicator code Description

A Green Indicates that the card is online

B Flashing green Indicates rebuild or activity

C Flashing amber Indicates card mismatch or that the card has

failed

D Amber Indicates that the card is offline, has failed, or is

write protected

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Convention IDSDM indicator code Description

E Not lit Indicates that the card is missing or is booting

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing the internal dual SD module

Prerequisites

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. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

Steps

1. Locate the IDSDM connector on the system board. To locate the IDSDM connector, see .

2. Align the connectors on the system board and the dual SD module.

3. Push the dual SD module until it is firmly seated on the system board.

Next steps

1. Install the SD card(s).

NOTE: Temporarily label each SD card with its corresponding slot before removal. Replace the SD card(s) into the same slots.

2. Follow the procedure listed in .After working inside your system

Internal SD card

Removing an internal SD Card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your 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.

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Steps

Locate the SD card slot on the internal dual SD module or the backplane expander board and press inward on the card to release it from the slot and remove the card.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing an internal SD card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your 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: To use an SD card with your system, ensure that the internal SD card port is enabled in the System Setup.

Steps

1. Locate the SD card connector on the internal dual SD module or the backplane expander board.

With the label side facing up, insert the contact-pin end of the card into the slot.

NOTE: The slot is keyed to ensure correct insertion of the card.

2. Press the card into the card slot to lock it into place.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Integrated storage controller card

Your system includes a dedicated expansion-card slot on the system board for an integrated controller card. The integrated storage controller card provides the integrated storage subsystem for your system’s internal hard drives. 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

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Remove the cooling shroud.

4. Remove the expansion-card riser 1.

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5. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver handy.

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.

Steps

1. Loosen the screws that secure the integrated storage controller cable to the integrated storage-

controller card connector on the system board.

2. Lift the integrated storage controller cable out.

3. Lift one end of the card and angle it to disengage the card from the integrated storage-controller

card holder on system board.

4. Lift the card out of the chassis.

Figure 37. Removing and installing the integrated storage controller card

1. integrated storage controller cable 2. integrated storage controller card

3. integrated storage-controller card connector on the system board

4. integrated storage controller card holder

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Next steps

1. Replace the expansion-card riser 1.

2. Replace the cooling shroud.

3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Installing the integrated storage controller card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Remove the cooling shroud.

4. Remove the expansion-card riser 1.

5. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver handy.

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.

Steps

1. Align the end of the integrated storage-controller card opposite the connector with the integrated

storage-controller card holder.

2. Lower the connector side of the integrated storage-controller card into the integrated storage-

controller card connector on the system board. Ensure that the tabs on the system board align with the screw holes on the integrated storage-

controller card.

3. Align the screws on the integrated storage-controller card cable with the screw holes on the

connector.

4. Tighten the screws to secure the integrated storage-controller card cable with the integrated

storage-controller card connector on the system board.

Next steps

1. Replace the expansion-card riser 1.

2. Replace the cooling shroud.

3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Network daughter card

CAUTION: If the GPU card is installed, you cannot install the 10 GbE network daughter card.

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Removing the network daughter card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Keep the #2 Philips screwdriver handy.

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.

Steps

1. Remove the expansion-card riser 3.

2. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws that secure the network daughter card

to the system board.

3. Hold the network daughter card by the edges on either side of the touch points and lift to remove it

from the connector on the system board.

4. Slide the network daughter card away from the back of the system until the Ethernet connectors are

clear of the slot in the back panel.

5. Lift the network daughter card out of the system.

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Example

Figure 38. Removing and installing the network daughter card

1. captive screw socket (2) 2. connector on the system board

3. captive screw (2) 4. touch point (2)

5. network daughter card 6. back panel slots for Ethernet connectors

Installing the network daughter card

Prerequisites

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

3. Keep the #1 Philips screwdriver handy.

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 the server has three PCIe cards, ensure that you install the PCIe cooling shroud in your system.

Steps

1. Angle the card so that the Ethernet connectors fit through the slot in the back panel.

2. Align the captive screws at the back-end of the card with the screw holes on the system board.

3. Press the touch point on the card to ensure that the connector on the card is in contact with the

connector on the system board.

4. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the two captive screws to secure the network daughter card

to the system board.

5. Install the expansion-card riser 3.

Next steps

Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

Processors

Use the following procedures when:

• Installing an additional processor

• Replacing a processor

NOTE: To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty processor socket.

Removing a processor

Prerequisites

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 ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty processor socket.

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver handy.

3. If you are 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.

4. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

5. If installed, remove the full-length PCIe card(s).

6. Remove the cooling shroud.

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.

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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.

Steps

1. To remove the heat sink:

a. Loosen one of the screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.

Wait 30 seconds for the heat sink to loosen from the processor. b. Remove the screw diagonally opposite the screw you first removed. c. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws. d. Remove the heat sink.

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Figure 39. Removing and installing a processor heat sink

1. captive screw (4) 2. heat sink

3. processor socket 4. slot (4)

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.

Figure 40. Processor shield

1. close first socket release lever 2. lock icon

3. processor 4. open first socket release lever

5. unlock icon

2. To remove the processor:

a. Release the open first socket-lever near the unlock icon by pushing the lever down and out

from under the tab.

b. Similarly, release the close first socket-release lever near the lock icon by pushing the lever

down and out from under the tab. Lift the lever 90 degrees upward. c. Lower the open first socket-release lever to lift the processor shield.

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Figure 41. Removing and installing a processor

1. close first socket-release lever 2. pin-1 indicator of processor

3. processor 4. slot (4)

5. processor shield 6. open first socket-release lever

7. socket 8. socket keys (4)

d. Hold the tab on the processor shield and lift the processor shield until the open first socket-

release lever lifts up.

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.

e. Lift the processor out of the socket and leave the open first socket-release lever up.

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.

NOTE: After removing the processor, place it in an anti-static container for reuse, return, or temporary storage. Do not touch the bottom of the processor. Touch only the side edges of the processor.

Next steps

1. Replace the heat sink(s) and processor(s). See Installing a processor.

2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

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Dell E26S User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

About your system

Supported configurations

Front-panel features and indicators

LCD panel features

Home screen

Setup menu

View menu

Diagnostic indicators

Hard drive indicator codes

iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes

Quick Sync indicator codes

Back-panel features and indicators

NIC indicator codes

Power supply unit indicator codes

Documentation matrix

Quick Resource Locator

Performing initial system configuration

Setting up your system

Setting up and configuring the iDRAC IP address

Logging in to iDRAC

Methods of installing the operating system

Managing your system remotely

Downloading drivers and firmware

Pre-operating system management applications

Navigation keys

About System Setup

Entering system setup

System Setup Main Menu

System BIOS screen

System Information screen

Memory Settings screen

Processor Settings screen

SATA Settings screen

Boot Settings screen

Network Settings screen

Integrated Devices screen

Serial Communication screen

System Profile Settings screen

System Security Settings screen

Miscellaneous Settings screen

About Boot Manager

Entering Boot Manager

Boot Manager main menu

Changing the boot order

Choosing the system boot mode

Assigning a system and/or setup password

Deleting or changing an existing system password and setup password

Installing and removing system components

Safety instructions

Before working inside your system

After working inside your system

Recommended tools

Front bezel (optional)

Removing the front bezel

Installing the front bezel

Removing the system cover

Installing the system cover

Inside the system

Cooling shroud

Removing the cooling shroud

Installing the cooling shroud

System memory

General memory module installation guidelines

Mode-specific guidelines

Sample memory configurations

Removing memory modules

Installing memory modules

Hard drives

Removing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank

Installing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank

Removing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank

Installing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank

Removing a hot swappable hard drive/SSD

Installing a hot-swap hard drive

Removing a hard drive from a hard-drive carrier

Installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier