Table of Contents
- Dell EMC XC430 Xpress Hyper-converged Appliance Service and Installation Manual
- About your system
- Documentation references
- Technical specifications
- Initial system setup and configuration
- System Setup
- Installing and removing system components
- Safety instructions
- Before working inside your system
- After working inside your system
- Recommended tools
- Front bezel (optional)
- System cover
- Inside the system
- Cooling shroud
- System memory
- SATADOM
- Hard drives
- Cooling fans
- Expansion cards and expansion card riser
- iDRAC port card
- Internal SD module
- Power supply units
- System battery
- Using system diagnostics
- Jumpers and connectors
- Getting help
DELL EMC XC430 Xpress User Manual
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Service and Installation Manual
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2017 - 06
Rev. A00
Contents
1 About your system......................................................................................................................................... 6
Supported congurations for XC430 Xpress ................................................................................................................ 6
Front-panel features and indicators................................................................................................................................. 7
Back-panel features and indicators..................................................................................................................................8
Diagnostic indicators..........................................................................................................................................................9
Diagnostic indicators on the front panel....................................................................................................................9
Hard drive indicator codes.........................................................................................................................................10
NIC indicator codes..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Internal SD module indicator codes..........................................................................................................................12
iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes............................................................................................................................13
Indicator codes for redundant power supply unit................................................................................................... 14
Locating Service Tag of your system............................................................................................................................. 15
2 Documentation references........................................................................................................................... 16
3 Technical specications................................................................................................................................ 17
4 Initial system setup and conguration.......................................................................................................... 18
Setting up your system.................................................................................................................................................... 18
iDRAC conguration......................................................................................................................................................... 18
Log in to iDRAC...........................................................................................................................................................18
Methods to download rmware and drivers................................................................................................................. 18
Downloading the drivers and rmware.................................................................................................................... 19
5 System Setup.............................................................................................................................................. 20
6 Installing and removing system components.................................................................................................21
Safety instructions............................................................................................................................................................21
Before working inside your system................................................................................................................................ 22
After working inside your system...................................................................................................................................22
Recommended tools........................................................................................................................................................22
Front bezel (optional)...................................................................................................................................................... 23
Removing the optional front bezel...........................................................................................................................23
Installing the optional front bezel............................................................................................................................. 23
System cover....................................................................................................................................................................24
Removing the system cover.....................................................................................................................................24
Installing the system cover....................................................................................................................................... 25
Inside the system..............................................................................................................................................................27
Cooling shroud..................................................................................................................................................................27
Removing the cooling shroud................................................................................................................................... 28
Installing the cooling shroud..................................................................................................................................... 29
System memory............................................................................................................................................................... 30
Contents 3
General memory module installation guidelines.......................................................................................................31
Mode-specic guidelines...........................................................................................................................................32
Removing a memory module.................................................................................................................................... 32
Installing a memory module...................................................................................................................................... 33
SATADOM.........................................................................................................................................................................35
Important information about SATADOM.................................................................................................................35
Removing the SATADOM......................................................................................................................................... 35
Installing the SATADOM............................................................................................................................................ 37
Hard drives........................................................................................................................................................................ 37
Removing a hot swappable hard drive carrier........................................................................................................ 37
Installing a hot swappable hard drive carrier.......................................................................................................... 38
Removing a hard drive or a solid state drive from a hard drive carrier................................................................40
Installing a hard drive or solid state drives into a hard drive carrier.....................................................................40
Cooling fans.......................................................................................................................................................................41
Removing a cooling fan..............................................................................................................................................41
Installing a cooling fan............................................................................................................................................... 42
Expansion cards and expansion card riser.................................................................................................................... 44
Expansion card installation guidelines......................................................................................................................44
Removing the expansion card riser..........................................................................................................................45
Installing the expansion card riser............................................................................................................................46
Removing an expansion card.................................................................................................................................... 47
Installing an expansion card...................................................................................................................................... 48
iDRAC port card............................................................................................................................................................... 49
Internal SD module...........................................................................................................................................................49
Removing the internal SD module........................................................................................................................... 49
Installing the internal SD module ..............................................................................................................................51
Power supply units...........................................................................................................................................................52
Hot spare feature.......................................................................................................................................................52
System battery ................................................................................................................................................................54
Replacing the system battery...................................................................................................................................54
7 Using system diagnostics.............................................................................................................................56
Dell Embedded System Diagnostics.............................................................................................................................. 56
When to use the Embedded System Diagnostics................................................................................................. 56
Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from Boot Manager...................................................................... 56
Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from the Dell Lifecycle Controller............................................... 56
System diagnostic controls.......................................................................................................................................57
8 Jumpers and connectors..............................................................................................................................58
System board jumper settings........................................................................................................................................58
System board connectors...............................................................................................................................................59
Disabling forgotten password..........................................................................................................................................61
9 Getting help.................................................................................................................................................62
Contacting Dell EMC....................................................................................................................................................... 62
Documentation feedback................................................................................................................................................62
4Contents
Accessing system information by using QRL............................................................................................................... 62
Quick resource locator for XC430 Xpress ............................................................................................................. 63
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About your system
The XC430 Xpress hyper-converged appliance supports up to two Xeon E5-2600 v4 processors, up to 12 DIMMs, and three hard drives
and single solid state drive (SSDs).
Topics:
• Supported congurations for XC430 Xpress
• Front-panel features and indicators
• Back-panel features and indicators
• Diagnostic indicators
• Locating Service Tag of your system
Supported congurations for XC430 Xpress
XC430 Xpress supports the following conguration:
Figure 1. Supported congurations for XC430 Xpress
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6 About your system
Front-panel features and indicators
Figure 2. Front-panel features and indicators
Table 1. Front-panel features and indicators
Item Indicator, button, or connector Icon Description
1 Power-on indicator, power
button
The power-on indicator glows when the system power is on. The
power button controls the power supply output to the system.
NOTE: On ACPI-compliant operating systems, turning o
the system by using the power button causes the system
to perform a graceful shutdown before power to the
system is turned o.
2 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.
Use this button only if directed to do so by qualied support
personnel or by the operating system's documentation.
3 System identication button The identication 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 ashes until one of the buttons is
pressed again.
Press to toggle the system ID on and o.
If the system stops responding during POST, press and hold the
system ID button for more than ve seconds to enter BIOS
progress mode.
To reset iDRAC (if not disabled in F2 iDRAC setup), press and hold
the button for more than 15 seconds.
4 Video connector Allows you to connect a display to the system.
5 LCD menu buttons Allows you to navigate the control panel LCD menu.
6 LCD panel Displays system ID, status information, and system error messages.
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Item Indicator, button, or connector Icon Description
7 USB management port or iDRAC
managed USB port
The USB management port can function as a regular USB port or
provide access to the iDRAC features. For more information, see
the iDRAC User’s Guide available at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
8 USB connector Allows you to connect USB devices to the system. The port is USB
2.0-compliant.
9 Information tag A slide-out label panel which contains system information such as
Service Tag, NIC, and MAC address for your reference.
10 Hard drives Up to four 3.5-inch hot-swappable hard drives or SSDs.
Back-panel features and indicators
Figure 3. Back-panel features and indicators
Table 2. Back-panel features and indicators
Item Indicator, Button, or Connector Icon Description
1 Serial connector Allows you to connect a serial device to the system.
2 Ethernet connector 1 Integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC connector.
3 vFlash card slot (optional) Allows you to connect the vFlash card.
4 iDRAC port (optional) Dedicated management port on the iDRAC ports card.
5 PCIe expansion card slots (2) Allows you to connect a PCI Express expansion card.
6 Video connector Allows you to connect a VGA display to the system.
7 Ethernet connector 2 Integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC connector.
8 USB connector Allow you to connect USB devices to the system. The port is USB
2.0-compliant.
9 USB connector Allow you to connect USB devices to the system. The port is USB
3.0-compliant.
10 System identication button The identication buttons on the front and back panels can be used
to locate a particular system within a rack. When one of these
8 About your system
Item Indicator, Button, or Connector Icon Description
buttons is pressed, the system status indicator on the back ashes
until one of the buttons is pressed again.
Press to toggle the system ID on and o. If the system stops
responding during POST, press and hold the system ID button for
more than ve 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.
11 System identication connector Connects the optional system status indicator assembly through
the optional cable management arm.
12 Ethernet connector 3 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC connector.
13 Ethernet connector 4
14 Power supply unit (PSU1 and
PSU2) Redundant power
supply
Up to two 550 W redundant AC power
supplies.
Diagnostic indicators
The diagnostic indicators on the system indicate operation and error status.
Diagnostic indicators on the front panel
NOTE: No diagnostic indicators are lit when the system is turned o. To start the system, plug it into a working power source and
press the power button.
Table 3. Diagnostic indicators
Icon Description Condition Corrective action
Health indicator The indicator turns solid blue if the
system is in good health.
None required.
The indicator ashes amber:
• When the system is turned on.
• When the system is in standby.
• If any error condition exists. For
example, a failed fan, PSU, or a
hard drive.
Check the System Event Log or system messages for the
specic issue. For more information about error
messages, see the Dell Event and Error Messages
Reference Guide at Dell.com/openmanagemanuals >
OpenManage software.
The POST process is interrupted without any video
output due to invalid memory congurations. See the
Getting help section.
Hard drive
indicator
The indicator ashes amber if there is
a hard drive error.
Check the System Event Log to determine the hard drive
that has an error. Run the appropriate Online Diagnostics
test. Restart the system and run embedded diagnostics
(ePSA).
Electrical indicator The indicator ashes amber if the
system experiences an electrical error
(for example, voltage out of range, or
Check the System Event Log or system messages for the
specic issue. If it is due to a problem with the PSU,
check the LED on the PSU. Reseat the PSU. If the
problem persists, see the Getting help section.
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Icon Description Condition Corrective action
a failed power supply unit (PSU) or
voltage regulator).
Temperature
indicator
The indicator ashes amber if the
system experiences a thermal error
(for example, the ambient
temperature is out of range or fan
failure).
Ensure that none of the following conditions exist:
• A cooling fan has been removed or has failed.
• System cover, cooling shroud, EMI ller panel,
memory module blank, or back ller bracket is
removed.
• Ambient temperature is too high.
• External airow is obstructed.
See the Getting help section.
Memory indicator The indicator ashes amber if a
memory error occurs.
Check the system event log or system messages for the
location of the failed memory. Reseat the memory
module. If the problem persists, see the Getting help
section.
Related links
Getting help
Hard drive indicator codes
Each hard drive carrier has an activity indicator and a status indicator. The indicators provide information about the current status of the
hard drive. The activity LED indicates whether hard drive is currently in use or not. The status LED indicates the power condition of the
hard drive.
Figure 4. Hard drive indicators
1Hard drive activity indicator 2 Hard drive status indicator
3 Hard drive
NOTE: If the hard drive is in the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) mode, the status indicator (on the right side) does
not turn on.
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Table 4. Hard drive indicator codes
Drive-status indicator pattern Condition
Flashes green twice per second Identifying drive or preparing for removal.
O Drive ready for insertion or removal.
NOTE: The drive status indicator remains o until all hard
drives are initialized after the system is turned on. Drives are
not ready for insertion or removal during this time.
Flashes green, amber, and then turns o Predicted drive failure
Flashes amber four times per second Drive failed
Flashes green slowly Drive rebuilding
Steady green Drive online
Flashes green for three seconds, amber for three seconds, and
then turns o after six seconds
Rebuild stopped
NIC indicator codes
The NIC on the back panel has an indicator that provides information about the network activity and link status. The activity LED indicates
whether the NIC is currently connected or not. The link LED indicates the speed of the connected network.
Figure 5. NIC indicators
1link indicator 2 activity indicator
Table 5. NIC indicators
Convention Status Condition
A Link and activity indicators are o The NIC is not connected to the network.
B Link indicator is green The NIC is connected to a valid network at its maximum
port speed (1 Gbps or 10 Gbps).
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Convention Status Condition
C Link indicator is amber The NIC is connected to a valid network at less than its
maximum port speed.
D Activity indicator is ashing green Network data is being sent or received.
Internal SD module indicator codes
You can congure the Internal SD module (ISDM) for storage or as the OS boot partition. The ISDM card oers the following features:
• Single card operation—single card operation is supported, but without redundancy.
Figure 6. Internal SD module
1LED status indicator
The following table describes the ISDM indicator codes:
Table 6. ISDM indicator codes
Convention ISDM 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 oine, has failed, or is write-protected.
E Not lit Indicates that the card is missing or is booting.
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iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes
The iDRAC Direct LED indicator lights up to indicate that the port is connected and is being used as a part of the iDRAC subsystem.
NOTE: The iDRAC Direct LED indicator does not turn on when the USB port is used in the USB mode.
Figure 7. iDRAC Direct LED indicator
1iDRAC Direct status indicator
The iDRAC Direct LED indicator table describes iDRAC Direct activity when conguring iDRAC Direct by using the management port (USB
XML Import).
Table 7. iDRAC Direct LED indicators
Convention iDRAC Direct LED
indicator pattern
Condition
A Green Turns green for a minimum of two seconds to indicate the start and end of a le transfer.
B Flashing green Indicates le transfer or any operation tasks.
C Green and turns o Indicates that the le transfer is complete.
D Not lit Indicates that the USB is ready to be removed or that a task is complete.
The following table describes iDRAC Direct activity when conguring iDRAC Direct by using your laptop and cable (Laptop Connect):
Table 8. iDRAC Direct LED indicator patterns
iDRAC Direct LED
indicator pattern
Condition
Solid green for two seconds Indicates that the laptop is connected.
Flashing green (on for two
seconds and o for two
seconds)
Indicates that the laptop connected is recognized.
Turns o Indicates that the laptop is unplugged.
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Indicator codes for redundant power supply unit
Each AC power supply unit (PSU) has an illuminated translucent handle that indicates whether power is present or whether a power fault
has occurred.
Figure 8. AC PSU status indicator
1AC PSU status indicator or handle
Table 9. Redundant AC PSU status indicator
Convention Power Indicator
Pattern
Condition
A Green A valid power source is connected to the PSU and the PSU is operational.
B Flashing green When the PSU rmware is being updated, the PSU handle ashes green.
CAUTION: Do not disconnect the power cord or unplug the PSU when updating
rmware. If rmware update is interrupted, the PSUs will not function. You must
roll back the PSU rmware by using Dell Lifecycle Controller. For more
information, see Dell Lifecycle Controller User’s Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
C Flashing green and
turns o
When hot-adding a PSU, the PSU handle ashes green ve times at 4 Hz rate and turns
o. This indicates that there is a PSU mismatch with respect to eciency, feature set,
health status, and supported voltage.
CAUTION: For AC PSUs, use only PSUs with the Extended Power Performance
(EPP) label on the back.
NOTE: Ensure that both the PSUs are of the same capacity.
NOTE: Mixing PSUs from previous generations of Dell PowerEdge servers can
result in a PSU mismatch condition or failure to turn the system on.
D Flashing amber Indicates a problem in the PSU.
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Convention Power Indicator
Pattern
Condition
CAUTION: When correcting a PSU mismatch, replace only the PSU with the
ashing indicator. Swapping the other PSU to make a matched pair can result in
an error condition and unexpected system shutdown. To change from a High
Output conguration to a Low Output conguration or vice versa, you must turn
o 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 dierent input voltages, they can output dierent 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.
Locating Service Tag of your system
Your system is identied by a unique Express Service Code and Service Tag number. The Express Service Code and Service Tag are found
on the front of the system by pulling out the information tag. Alternatively, the information may be on a sticker on the chassis of the
system. This information is used by Dell EMC to route support calls to the appropriate personnel.
About your system 15
Documentation references
For information about the Dell EMC documents, see the Support Matrix specic for your product available at Dell.com/XCSeriesmanuals.
For information about the Nutanix documents that applies to a specic release of Nutanix solution software, see the Support Matrix
specic for your product available at Dell.com/XCSeriesmanuals.
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Technical specications
For information about the technical and environmental specications of your system, see the Support Matrix available at Dell.com/
XCSeriesmanuals.
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Initial system setup and conguration
Setting up your system
To set up your system, complete the following steps :
1 For information about deploying the XC430 Xpress, see the Dell EMC XC430 Xpress Hyper-Converged Deployment Guide available at
Dell.com/XCSeriesmanuals.
2 Unpack the system.
3 Connect the peripherals to the system.
4 Connect the system to its electrical outlet.
5 Turn on the system by pressing the power button or by using iDRAC.
NOTE: Do not unplug or turn o the system until the rst-time boot scripts have completed.
6 Turn on the attached peripherals.
iDRAC conguration
The Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) is designed to make system administrators more productive and improve the overall
availability of Dell EMC systems. iDRAC alerts administrators to system issues, helps them perform remote system management, and
reduces the need for physical access to the system.
Log in to iDRAC
You can log in to iDRAC as:
• iDRAC user
• Microsoft Active Directory user
• Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) user
The default user name and password are root and calvin. You can also log in by using Single Sign-On or Smart Card.
NOTE: You must have iDRAC credentials to log in to iDRAC.
For more information about logging in to iDRAC and iDRAC licenses, see the latest Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide
at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
Methods to download rmware and drivers
You can download the rmware and drivers by using any of the following methods:
NOTE: For information about latest rmware and driver versions, see the Support Matrix available at Dell.com/
XCSeriesmanuals.
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Table 10. Firmware and drivers
Methods Location
From the Dell Support site Dell.com/support/home
Using Dell Remote Access Controller Lifecycle Controller (iDRAC
with LC)
Dell.com/idracmanuals
Using Dell Repository Manager (DRM) Dell.com/openmanagemanuals
Using Dell OpenManage Essentials (OME) Dell.com/openmanagemanuals
Using Dell Server Update Utility (SUU) Dell.com/openmanagemanuals
Using Dell OpenManage Deployment Toolkit (DTK) Dell.com/openmanagemanuals
Downloading the drivers and rmware
Dell recommends that you download and install the latest BIOS, drivers, and systems management rmware on your system.
Prerequisites
Ensure that you clear the web browser cache before downloading the drivers and rmware.
Steps
1 Go to Dell.com/support/drivers.
2 In the Drivers & Downloads section, type the Service Tag of your system in the Service Tag or Express Service Code box, and then
click Submit.
NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, select Detect My Product to allow the system to automatically detect your
Service Tag, or in General support, navigate to your product.
3 Click Drivers & Downloads.
The drivers that are applicable to your selection are displayed.
4 Download the drivers to a USB drive, CD, or DVD.
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System Setup
NOTE: Changing the default System Setup may make the appliance unusable. Dell EMC recommends only making changes under
the direction of Dell EMC tech support.
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Installing and removing system components
You can add or replace hardware components, on your appliance, such as hard disk drives (HDDs), solid state drives (SSDs), and power
supplies. Only Dell EMC certied service technicians should perform these procedures. For certain hardware components, you may need to
contact Customer Support for repair or replacement.
Topics:
• Safety instructions
• Before working inside your system
• After working inside your system
• Recommended tools
• Front bezel (optional)
• System cover
• Inside the system
• Cooling shroud
• System memory
• SATADOM
• Hard drives
• Cooling fans
• Expansion cards and expansion card riser
• iDRAC port card
• Internal SD module
• Power supply units
• System battery
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 ve minutes.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certied 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 EMC is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that
are shipped with your product.
NOTE: Dell EMC recommends that you always use a static mat and static strap while working on components inside the system.
NOTE: This appliance has been validated for certain hardware congurations. Do not deviate from Xpress specic Dell EMC
qualied components.
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Before working inside your system
Prerequisites
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
Steps
1 Turn o 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.
4 If applicable, remove the system from the rack.
For more information, see the Rack Installation placemat at Dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
5 Remove the system cover.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing the optional front bezel
Removing the system cover
After working inside your system
Prerequisites
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
Steps
1 Install the system cover.
2 If applicable, install the system into the rack.
For more information, see the Rack Installation placemat at Dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
3 If removed, install the front bezel.
4 Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet.
5 Turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing the optional front bezel
Installing the system cover
Recommended tools
You need the following tools to perform the removal and installation procedures:
• Key to the bezel lock.
The key is needed only if your system includes a bezel.
• Phillips #1 screwdriver
• Phillips #2 screwdriver
• Plastic scribe
• Wrist grounding strap
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Front bezel (optional)
The front bezel is attached to the front side of the system and prevents accidents while removing the hard drive or when pressing the
reset or power button. The front bezel can also be locked for additional security.
Removing the optional front bezel
Prerequisites
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
Steps
1 Locate and remove the bezel key.
NOTE: The bezel key is attached to the back of the bezel.
2 Unlock the bezel by using the key.
3 Slide the release latch up, and pull the left end of the bezel.
4 Unhook the right end, and remove the bezel.
Figure 9. Removing the optional front bezel
1bezel lock 2 front bezel
Installing the optional front bezel
Prerequisites
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
Steps
1 Locate and remove the bezel key.
NOTE: The bezel key is attached to the back of the bezel.
2 Hook the right end of the bezel onto the chassis.
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3 Fit the free end of the bezel onto the system.
4 Lock the bezel by using the key.
Figure 10. Installing the optional front bezel
1bezel lock 2 front bezel
System cover
The system cover protects the components inside the system and helps in maintaining air ow inside the system. Removing the system
cover activates the intrusion switch.
Removing the system cover
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Turn o the system, including any attached peripherals.
3 Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals.
4 If installed, remove the optional bezel.
Steps
1 Rotate the latch release lock counter clockwise to the unlocked position.
2 Lift the latch toward the back of the system.
The system cover slides back and the tabs on the system cover disengage from the slots on the chassis.
NOTE: The position of the latch may vary depending on the conguration of your system.
3 Hold the cover on both sides, and lift the cover away from the system.
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Figure 11. Removing the system cover
1system cover 2 latch
3 latch release lock
Next steps
1 Install the system cover.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing the optional front bezel
Installing the system cover
Installing the system cover
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3 Ensure that all internal cables are connected and placed out of the way, and no tools or extra parts are left inside the system.
Steps
1 Align the slots on the system cover with the tabs on the chassis.
2 Push the system cover latch down.
The system cover slides forward and the slots on the system cover engage with the tabs on the chassis. The system cover latch locks
into place when the system cover is completely engaged with the tabs on the chassis.
3 Rotate the latch release lock clockwise to the locked position.
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Figure 12. Installing the system cover
1 latch release lock 2 latch
3 system cover
Next steps
1 If removed, install the front bezel.
2 Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet.
3 Turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
4 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Installing the optional front bezel
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Inside the system
Figure 13. Inside the system
1control panel 2 cable routing latch
3 power supply unit 4 expansion-card riser connector (2)
5 memory-module socket (B3, B4) 6 processor 2
7 memory-module socket (B1, B2) 8 memory-module socket (A1, A5, A2, A6)
9 processor 1 10 memory-module socket (A3, A7, A4, A8)
11 cooling fan (5)
Cooling shroud
The cooling shroud aerodynamically directs the airow across the entire system. The airow passes through all the critical parts of the
system, where the vacuum pulls air across the entire surface area of the heat sink, thus allowing increased cooling.
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Removing the cooling shroud
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3 If installed, remove the full-length PCIe card.
Steps
Holding the touch points, lift the cooling shroud away from the system.
Figure 14. Removing the cooling shroud
1cooling shroud 2 intrusion switch
3 intrusion switch connector on the system board 4 guide on the cooling shroud
5 guide pin
Next steps
1 Install the cooling shroud.
2 If required, install the full-length PCIe card.
3 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
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Installing the cooling shroud
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3 If applicable, route the cables inside the system along the chassis wall and secure the cables by using the cable-securing bracket.
Steps
1 Align the tabs on the cooling shroud with the securing slots on the chassis.
a Align the cooling shroud with the guide pin on the system board.
b Align the intrusion switch with the intrusion switch connector on the system board.
2 Lower the cooling shroud into the chassis until it is rmly seated.
When rmly seated, the memory socket numbers marked on the cooling shroud align with the respective memory sockets.
Figure 15. Installing the cooling shroud
1cooling shroud 2 intrusion switch
3 intrusion switch connector on the system board 4 guide on the cooling shroud
5 guide pin
Next steps
1 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
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System memory
Your system supports DDR4 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs).
NOTE: MT/s indicates DIMM speed in MegaTransfers per second.
Memory bus operating frequency can be 2400 MT/s depending on the following factors:
• System prole selected (for example, Performance Optimized, Custom, or Dense Conguration Optimized)
• Maximum supported DIMM frequency of the processors
The system contains 12 memory sockets split into four sets—two sets of 4 sockets and two sets of 2 sockets each. Each 4-socket set is
organized into two channels and each 2–socket set is organized into one channel. In each channel of the 4-socket set, the release levers of
the rst socket are marked white and the second socket black. In the 2-socket set, each release lever is marked white.
NOTE: DIMMs in sockets A1 to A8 are assigned to processor 1 and DIMMs in sockets B1 to B4 are assigned to processor 2.
Figure 16. System memory
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Memory channels are organized as follows:
Processor 1 channel 0: memory sockets A1 and A5
channel 1: memory sockets A2 and A6
channel 2: memory sockets A3 and A7
channel 3: memory sockets A4 and A8
Processor 2 channel 0: memory sockets B1
channel 1: memory sockets B2
channel 2: memory sockets B3
channel 3: memory sockets B4
The following table shows the memory populations and operating frequencies for the supported congurations.
Table 11. Supported congurations
DIMM Type DIMMs Populated/
Channel
Operating Frequency (in
MT/s)
Maximum DIMM Rank/Channel Voltage
RDIMM 1 2400 Dual rank or single rank 1.2 V
2
General memory module installation guidelines
Your system supports Flexible Memory Conguration, enabling the system to be congured and run in any valid chipset architectural
conguration. The following are the recommended guidelines for installing memory modules:
• x4 and x8 DRAM-based DIMMs can be mixed. For more information, see the Mode-specic guidelines section.
• Up to two dual- or single-rank RDIMMs can be populated per channel.
• If memory modules with dierent speeds are installed, they will operate at the speed of the slowest installed memory modules or slower
depending on system DIMM conguration.
• Populate DIMM sockets only if a processor is installed. For single-processor systems, sockets A1 to A8 are available. For dual-processor
systems, sockets A1 to A8 and sockets B1 to B4 are available.
• Populate all sockets with white release levers rst, and then all the sockets with black release levers.
• When mixing memory modules with dierent capacities, populate the sockets with memory modules with highest capacity rst. For
example, if you want to mix 4 GB and 8 GB DIMMs, populate 8 GB DIMMs in the sockets with white release levers and 4 GB DIMMs in
the sockets with black release levers.
• In a dual-processor conguration, the memory conguration for each processor should be identical through the rst eight slots. For
example, if you populate socket A1 for processor 1, then populate socket B1 for processor 2, and so on.
• Memory modules of dierent 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 DIMM capacities in a system is not supported.
• Populate two DIMMs per processor (one DIMM per channel) at a time to maximize performance.
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Mode-specic guidelines
Four memory channels are allocated to each processor. The allowable congurations depend on the memory mode selected.
NOTE: You can mix x4 and x8 DRAM based DIMMs to support RAS features. However, all guidelines for specic 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 section provide additional slot population guidelines for each mode:
Memory optimized (independent channel) mode
This mode supports Single Device Data Correction (SDDC) only for memory modules that use x4 device width. It does not impose any
specic slot population requirements.
Removing a memory module
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
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.
2 To release the memory module from the socket, simultaneously press the ejectors on both ends of the memory module socket.
CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory
module or metallic contacts.
3 Lift the memory module away from the chassis.
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Figure 17. Removing the memory module
1 memory module 2 memory module socket
3 memory module ejector (2)
Next steps
1 Install the memory module.
2 If you are removing a memory module permanently, install a memory module blank.
NOTE: The procedure to install a memory module blank is similar to the procedure to install a memory module.
3 Install the cooling shroud.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Installing a memory module
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
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.
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CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory
module or metallic contacts.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module or the memory module socket during installation, do not bend or
ex the memory module; insert both ends of the memory module simultaneously.
2 If a memory module or a memory module blank is installed in the socket, remove it.
NOTE: The procedure to remove a memory module blank is similar to the procedure to remove a memory module.
NOTE: Retain the removed memory module blank(s) for future use.
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 enables 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 rmly 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 18. Installing the memory module
1memory module 2 alignment key
3 memory module socket ejector (2)
Next steps
1 Install the cooling shroud.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
3 To enter System Setup, press F2 and check the System Memory setting.
The System Memory Size indicates the installed memory.
4 If the System Memory Size is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Ensure that the memory
modules are rmly seated in their sockets.
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5 Run the system memory test in the system diagnostics.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing the cooling shroud
Installing the cooling shroud
After working inside your system
SATADOM
A SATADOM is a disk-on-module (DOM) form factor with an incorporated standard SATA data connection. By default, the SATADOM
comes with a power cable installed and is set in a Read/Write position.
The SATADOM uses an onboard SATA controller and does not require an additional controller.
With Nutanix, you can locate the boot device on a separate controller from the data drives, which improves system disk performance.
Important information about SATADOM
The SATA Disk‐On‐Motherboard (SATADOM) shipped with appliances is intended as an appliance boot device.
NOTE: Write intensive activities and processes leveraged by appliances, are intended to take place on the SSDs and HDDs and
not the boot device. Virtual Machines run on the SATADOM are not highly available and potentially ll up the local boot drive,
which results in crashing the host hypervisor. This adds additional wear on the SATADOM.
The hypervisor boot device is not intended for application use.
WARNING: Adding additional write intensive software to the SATADOM boot disk results in heavy wear on the device beyond
design specications resulting in premature hardware failure.
Examples of write intensive applications
Following are the examples of write intensive applications:
• Hyper-V System Center Agents:
• System Center Conguration Manager (CCMExec.exe)
• System Center Operations Manager (MonitoringHost.exe)
• Write‐intensive Agents
• Databases
• Disk management utilities (third-party disk defragmentation or partitioning tools)
• Additional roles outside of the appliance’s intended use (web server, domain controller, RDS, and so on)
• Client‐based Antivirus
• Run Virtual Machines directly on the SATADOM. Ensure that the Virtual Machines run on solid state drives (SSDs) and hard disk drives
(HDDs).
Removing the SATADOM
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety Instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
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Steps
1 Unplug the power cable from the SATADOM Tape Backup Unit (TBU) power connector.
2 Press the lock release on the SATADOM, and pull it up and away from the system.
NOTE: After removing the SATADOM, place it in an anti-static container for reuse, return, or temporary storage.
NOTE: Dell EMC recommends that you do not modify the SATADOM Read/Write default setting.
Figure 19. Removing and installing SATADOM
1SATADOM 2 SATA connector
3 power cable 4 power adapter
5 SATADOM TBU power connector
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
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Installing the SATADOM
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instruction section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3 Remove the cooling shroud before installing SATADOM.
NOTE: Dell EMC recommends that you do not modify the SATADOM Read/Write default setting.
Steps
1 Press the lock release on the SATADOM, and plug the SATADOM into the preferred SATADOM connector on the system board.
NOTE: The preferred SATADOM connector is SATA9 and is indicated in blue. You can also use the SATA8 connector
that is indicated in black.
2 Plug the power cable into the SATADOM TBU power connector on the system board.
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Hard drives
Your system supports the following:
Four hard-drive
systems
One 2.5-inch SATA SSD and up to three 3.5-inch hot-swappable SAS HDD, SATA HDD
The hot-swappable hard drives connect to the system board through the hard-drive backplane. Hot-swappable hard drives are supplied in
hot-swappable hard-drive carriers that t in the hard-drive slots.
CAUTION: Before attempting to remove or install a hot-swappable hard drive while the system is running, see the documentation
for the storage controller card to ensure that the host adapter is congured correctly to support hot-swap hard drive removal
and insertion.
CAUTION: Do not turn o 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
several hours to format.
Removing a hot swappable hard drive carrier
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 If installed, remove the front bezel.
3 Using the management software, prepare the hard drive for removal. For more information, see the documentation for the storage
controller.
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If the hard drive is online, the green activity or fault indicator ashes when the hard drive is turned o. You can remove the hard drive
when the hard drive indicators turn o.
CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports hot-swap drive installation. See the documentation
supplied with your operating system.
NOTE: Hot swappable hard drives are supplied in hot swappable hard drive carriers that t in the hard drive slots.
Steps
1 To open the hard drive carrier release handle, press the release button.
2 Slide the hard drive carrier out of the hard drive slot.
CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard drive slots must have hard drive carrier blanks installed.
Figure 20. Removing a hot swappable hard drive or SSD
1release button 2 hard drive carrier
3 hard drive carrier handle
Next steps
1 If you are not replacing the hard drive immediately, insert a hard drive carrier blank in the empty hard drive slot, or install a hard drive
carrier.
2 If removed, install the front bezel.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing the optional front bezel
Installing a hot swappable hard drive carrier
Installing the optional front bezel
Installing a hot swappable hard drive carrier
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Use only hard drives that have been tested and approved for use with the hard drive backplane.
CAUTION: When installing a hard drive, ensure that the adjacent drives are fully installed. Inserting a hard drive carrier and
attempting to lock its handle next to a partially installed carrier can damage the partially installed carrier's shield spring and make
it unusable.
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CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports hot-swap drive installation. See the documentation
supplied with your operating system.
CAUTION: When a replacement hot swappable hard drive is installed and the system is powered on, the hard drive automatically
begins to rebuild. Make absolutely sure that the replacement hard drive is blank or contains data that you wish to have over-
written. Any data on the replacement hard drive is immediately lost after the hard drive is installed.
NOTE: Hot swappable hard drives are supplied in hot swappable hard drive carriers that t in the hard drive slots.
1 If installed, remove the front bezel.
2 If installed, remove the hard drive carrier blank.
3 Install a hot swappable hard drive into the hot swappable hard drive carrier.
Steps
1 Press the release button on the front of the hot swappable hard drive carrier and open the hot swappable hard drive carrier handle.
2 Insert the hot swappable hard drive carrier into the hard drive slot, and push the hot swappable hard drive carrier until it comes in
contact with the backplane.
3 Close the hot swappable hard drive carrier handle to lock the hot swappable hard drive carrier in place.
Figure 21. Installing a hot swappable hard drive carrier
1release button 2 hard drive carrier
3 hard drive carrier handle
Next steps
If removed, install the front bezel.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing the optional front bezel
Installing a hard drive or solid state drives into a hard drive carrier
Installing the optional front bezel
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Removing a hard drive or a solid state drive from a hard drive
carrier
Prerequisites
1 Keep the Phillips #1 screwdriver ready.
2 Remove the hot swappable 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 22. Removing a hard drive from a hard drive carrier
1screw (4) 2 hard drive
3 hard drive carrier
Next steps
If applicable, install a hard drive into the hard drive carrier.
Related links
Removing a hot swappable hard drive carrier
Installing a hard drive or solid state drives into a hard drive
carrier
Prerequisites
Steps
1 Insert the hard drive into the hard drive carrier with the connector end of the hard drive toward the back of the carrier.
2 Align the screw holes on the hard drive with the screws holes on the hard drive carrier.
When aligned correctly, the back of the hard drive is ush with the back of the hard drive carrier.
3 Attach the screws to secure the hard drive to the hard drive carrier.
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Figure 23. Installing a hard drive into a hard drive carrier
1 screw (4) 2 hard drive
3 hard drive carrier
Next steps
Install the hot swappable hard drive carrier.
Related links
Installing a hot swappable hard drive carrier
Cooling fans
Your system supports:
• Up to four cooling fans in a non-redundant power supply unit (PSU) conguration.
• Up to ve cooling fans in a redundant PSU conguration.
NOTE: Fan 1 must be installed in a redundant PSU
conguration.
NOTE: Hot-swap removal or installation of the fans is not supported.
NOTE: Each fan is listed in the systems management software, referenced by the respective fan number. If there is a problem
with a particular fan, you can easily identify and replace the proper fan by noting the fan numbers on the cooling fan assembly.
Removing a cooling fan
Prerequisites
NOTE: The procedure for removing each fan is identical.
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3 Remove the cooling shroud.
4 If required, remove the cooling shroud.
Steps
1 Disconnect the power cable from the power connector on the system board or power interposer board.
2 Lift the fan out of the cooling fan bracket.
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Figure 24. Removing a cooling fan
1cooling fan 2 power cable connector
3 cooling fan bracket
Next steps
1 Install the cooling fan.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing the cooling shroud
Installing a cooling fan
Installing the cooling shroud
After working inside your system
Installing a cooling fan
Prerequisites
NOTE: The procedure for installing each fan is identical.
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3 Remove the cooling shroud.
4 If installed, remove the cooling fan blank.
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Steps
1 Lower the fan into the cooling fan bracket.
2 Connect the power cable to the power cable connector on the system board.
Figure 25. Installing a cooling fan
1cooling fan 2 power cable connector
3 cooling fan bracket
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Figure 26. Installing a cooling fan
Next steps
1 Install the cooling shroud.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing the cooling shroud
Installing the cooling shroud
After working inside your system
Expansion cards and expansion card riser
An expansion card in the system is an add-on card that can be inserted into an expansion slot on the system board or riser card to add
enhanced functionality to the system through the expansion bus.
NOTE: A System Event Log (SEL) event is logged if an expansion card riser is unsupported or missing. It does not prevent your
system from turning on and no BIOS POST message or F1/F2 pause is displayed.
Expansion card installation guidelines
Your system supports Generation 2 and Generation 3 cards. The following table provides riser congurations for XC430 Xpress:
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Table 12. Expansion card slots available on expansion-card riser
Expansion-card
riser
PCIe slot on the
expansion-card riser
Processor
connection
Height Length Link width Slot width
PCIE_G3_X16 1 Processor 1 Low prole Half Length x16 x16
2 Processor 1 Low prole Half Length x16 x16
PCIE_G3_X8 1 Processor 1 Full Height Half Length x8 x16
2 Processor 1 Half Height Half Length x8 x16
NOTE: The PCIE_G3_X8 and PCIE_G3_X16 are the two dierent types of risers supported on XC430 Xpress. You can install an
expansion card on the system board only using expansion-card riser.
NOTE: The expansion cards are not hot-swappable.
Removing the expansion card riser
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
Steps
Holding the touch points, lift the expansion card riser from the riser connector on the system board.
Figure 27. Removing the expansion card riser
1expansion card riser 2 guide on the expansion card riser
3 guide pin on the system board 4 riser connector on the system board
5 slot on the chassis 6 expansion card latch
Next steps
1 Install the expansion card riser.
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2 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Installing the expansion card riser
After working inside your system
Installing the expansion card riser
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3 Install the expansion card into the expansion card riser.
Steps
1 Align the following:
a Guide on the expansion-card riser with the guide pin on the system board.
b Expansion card riser latch with the slot on the chassis.
2 Lower the expansion card riser until the expansion card riser is rmly seated in the connector on the system board.
3 Close the expansion card riser latch.
Figure 28. Installing the expansion card riser
1expansion card riser 2 guide on the expansion card riser
3 guide pin on the system board 4 riser connector on the system board
5 slot on the chassis 6 expansion card latch
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Installing an expansion card
After working inside your system
Removing an expansion card
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3 Disconnect any cables connected to the expansion card or expansion card riser.
4 If installed, remove the expansion card riser.
Steps
1 Hold the expansion card by its edges and remove it from the expansion card riser connector.
2 If you are removing the card permanently, install a ller bracket in the empty expansion card slot and close the expansion card latch.
NOTE: You must install a ller bracket over an empty expansion card slot to maintain Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) certication of the system. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the system and aid in proper
cooling and airow inside the system.
Figure 29. Removing an expansion card from the expansion card riser
1expansion card riser 2 expansion card riser connector
3 expansion card latch 4 expansion card
Next steps
1 Install the expansion card.
2 Install the expansion card riser
3 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing the expansion card riser
Installing an expansion card
Installing the expansion card riser
After working inside your system
Installing an expansion card
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3 Remove the expansion card riser.
Steps
1 Locate the expansion card connector on the riser.
2 Holding the expansion card by its edges, position the card so that the card connector aligns with the connector on the expansion card
riser.
3 Align the expansion card bracket with the hooks on the chassis.
4 Insert the card connector into the expansion card riser connector until the card is rmly seated.
NOTE: Ensure that the expansion card is properly seated along the chassis, so that expansion card latch can be closed.
5 If required, connect the cables to the expansion card.
Figure 30. Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser
1expansion card riser 2 expansion card riser connector
3 expansion card latch 4 expansion card
Next steps
1 Install the expansion card riser.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing the expansion card riser
Installing the expansion card riser
After working inside your system
iDRAC port card
The iDRAC port card consists of the SD vFlash card slot and an iDRAC port. The iDRAC port card features a dedicated NIC port and is
used for remote, advanced management of the system through the network.
An SD vFlash card is a Secure Digital (SD) card that plugs into the SD vFlash card slot in the iDRAC port card. It provides persistent on-
demand local storage and a custom deployment environment that enables automation of server conguration, scripts, and imaging. It
emulates a USB device. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
Internal SD module
You can congure the Internal SD module (ISDM) for storage or as the OS boot partition. The ISDM card supports single card operation
without redundancy.
Removing the internal SD module
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
Steps
1 Locate the Internal SD Module (ISDM) on the system board.
2 If installed, remove the SD cards.
3 Hold the plastic pull tab and pull the SD module out of the system board.
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Figure 31. Removing the internal SD module (ISDM)
1ISDM 2 LED status indicator (2)
3 SD card 4 SD card slot 1
5 ISDM connector
The following table describes the ISDM indicator codes:
Table 13. ISDM indicator codes
Convention ISDM 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 oine, has failed, or is write protected.
E Not lit Indicates that the card is missing or is booting.
Next steps
1 If removed, install the SD cards.
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2 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Installing the internal SD module
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
Steps
1 Locate the internal SD module (ISDM) connector on the system board.
2 Align the ISDM with the connector on the system board.
3 Push the ISDM until it is rmly seated on the system board.
Figure 32. Installing the internal SD module
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Next steps
1 Install the SD card.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Power supply units
Your system supports 550 W AC (redundant) power supply units (PSUs).
When two identical PSUs are installed, the power supply conguration is redundant (1 + 1). In redundant mode, power is supplied to the
system equally from both PSUs to maximize eciency.
NOTE: If two PSUs are used, they must be of the same type and have the same maximum output power.
NOTE: For AC PSUs, use only PSU with the Extended Power Performance (EPP) label on the back.
Hot spare feature
Your system supports the hot spare feature that signicantly reduces the power overhead associated with power supply unit (PSU)
redundancy.
When the hot spare feature is enabled, one of the redundant PSUs is switched to the sleep state. The active PSU supports 100 percent of
the load, thus operating at higher eciency. The PSU in the sleep state monitors output voltage of the active PSU. If the output voltage of
the active PSU drops, the PSU in the sleep state returns to an active output state.
If having both PSUs active is more ecient than having one PSU in the sleep state, the active PSU can also activate the sleeping PSU.
The default PSU settings are as follows:
• If the load on the active PSU is more than 50 percent, then the redundant PSU is switched to the active state.
• If the load on the active PSU falls below 20 percent, then the redundant PSU is switched to the sleep state.
You can congure the hot spare feature by using the iDRAC settings. For more information about iDRAC settings, see the Integrated Dell
Remote Access Controller User’s Guide available at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
Removing a redundant power supply unit
Prerequisites
CAUTION: The system requires one power supply unit (PSU) for normal operation. On power-redundant systems, remove and
replace only one PSU at a time in a system that is powered on.
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Disconnect the power cable from the power source.
3 Disconnect the power cable from the PSU and remove the straps that bundle and secure the system cables.
4 Unlatch and lift the optional cable management arm if it interferes with PSU removal. For information about the cable management
arm, see the systems rack documentation at Dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
Steps
Press the release latch, and pull the PSU out of the chassis.
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Figure 33. Removing a redundant PSU
1 release latch 2 PSU connector
3 PSU 4 power connector
5 PSU handle
Next steps
Install the PSU.
NOTE: If you are removing the PSU permanently, install a PSU blank.
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing a redundant power supply unit
Installing a redundant power supply unit
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Verify that both power supply units (PSUs) are of the same type and have the same maximum output power.
NOTE: The maximum output power (Watt) is listed on the PSU label.
3 If installed, remove the PSU blank.
Steps
Slide the new PSU into the chassis until the PSU is fully seated and the release latch snaps into place.
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Figure 34. Installing a redundant PSU
1 release latch 2 PSU cable connector
3 PSU 4 power connector
5 PSU handle
Next steps
1 If you have unlatched the cable management arm, relatch it. For information about the cable management arm, see the rack
documentation of the system.
2 Connect the power cable to the PSU and plug the cable into a power outlet.
CAUTION: When connecting the power cable, secure the cable with the strap.
NOTE: When installing, hot-swapping, or hot-adding a new PSU in a system with two PSUs, allow several seconds for
the system to recognize the PSU and determine its status. The PSU status indicator turns green to signify that the
PSU is functioning properly.
System battery
The system battery is used to power the real-time clock and storing the BIOS settings of the system.
Replacing the system battery
Prerequisites
: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent
type recommended by the manufacturer. For more information, see the safety information that shipped with your system.
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3 Remove the cooling shroud.
4 If installed, remove the expansion card riser.
Steps
1 Locate the battery socket. For more information, see the System board connectors section.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the battery connector, you must rmly support the connector while installing or
removing a battery.
2 Place your nger between the securing tabs at the negative side of the battery connector, and lift the battery out of the socket.
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Figure 35. Removing the system battery
1 system battery 2 system battery slot
3 To install a new system battery, hold the battery with the "+" facing up and slide it under the securing tabs.
4 Press the battery into the connector until it snaps into place.
Figure 36. Installing the system battery
1system battery 2 system battery slot
Next steps
1 Install the cooling shroud.
2 If removed, install the expansion card riser.
3 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
4 While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and ensure that the battery is operating properly.
5 Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup Time and Date elds.
6 Exit System Setup.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing the cooling shroud
Removing the expansion card riser
Installing the expansion card riser
Installing the cooling shroud
System board connectors
After working inside your system
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Using system diagnostics
If you experience a problem with your system, run the system diagnostics before contacting Dell EMC for technical assistance. The
purpose of running system diagnostics is to test your system hardware without using additional equipment or risking data loss. If you are
unable to x the problem yourself, service and support personnel can use the diagnostics results to help you solve the problem.
Dell Embedded System Diagnostics
NOTE: The Dell Embedded System Diagnostics is also known as Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment (ePSA) diagnostics.
The Embedded System Diagnostics provides a set of options for particular device groups or devices allowing you to:
• Run tests automatically or in an interactive mode
• Repeat tests
• Display or save test results
• Run thorough tests to introduce additional test options to provide extra information about the failed device(s)
• View status messages that inform you if tests are completed successfully
• View error messages that inform you of problems encountered during testing
When to use the Embedded System Diagnostics
Run the Embedded System Diagnostics (ePSA) if your system does not boot.
Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from Boot
Manager
Prerequisites
Run the Embedded System Diagnostics (ePSA) if your system does not boot.
Steps
1 When the system is booting, press F10.
2 Use the up arrow and down arrow keys to select System Utilities > Launch Diagnostics.
The ePSA Pre-boot System Assessment window is displayed, listing all devices detected in the system. The diagnostics starts
executing the tests on all the detected devices.
Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from the Dell
Lifecycle Controller
1 As the system boots, press F10.
2 Select Hardware Diagnostics → Run Hardware Diagnostics.
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The ePSA Pre-boot System Assessment window is displayed, listing all devices detected in the system. The diagnostics starts
executing the tests on all the detected devices.
System diagnostic controls
Menu Description
Conguration Displays the conguration and status information of all detected devices.
Results Displays the results of all tests that are run.
Systemhealth Provides the current overview of the system performance.
Event log Displays a time-stamped log of the results of all tests run on the system. This is displayed if at least one event
description is recorded.
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Jumpers and connectors
Topics:
• System board jumper settings
• System board connectors
• Disabling forgotten password
System board jumper settings
For information about resetting the password jumper to disable a password, see the Disabling a forgotten password section.
Table 14. System board jumper settings
Jumper Setting Description
PWRD_EN The password reset feature is enabled (pins 2–4).
The password reset feature is disabled (pins 4–6). The iDRAC local
access is unlocked at the next AC power cycle.
NVRAM_CLR The conguration settings are retained at the next system boot
(pins 3–5).
The conguration settings are cleared at system boot (pins 1–3).
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System board connectors
Figure 37. System board jumpers and connectors
Table 15. System board jumpers and connectors
Item Connector Description
1 SYS_PWR_CONN (P1) 24-pin power connector
2 FB_USB Front-panel USB connector
3 PIB_CONN Power interposer board connector
4 SATA_CDROM SATA connector CDROM
5 MiniPERC PCIE_G3_X8 (CPU1) Mini PERC card connector
6 SATA_TBU SATA connector tape backup unit
7 SW_RAID_B Software RAID connector B
8 CTRL_PNL Control panel interface connector
9 SW_RAID_A Software RAID connector A
10 INT_USB_3.0 Internal USB connector
11 BATTERY Battery connector
12 TPM_MODULE Trusted platform module connector
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Item Connector Description
13 J_PSWD_NVRAM For more information, see the System board jumper setting
section.
14 SLOT3 PCIE_G3_X16(CPU1) PCIe card connector 3
15 SLOT2 PCIE_G3_X16(CPU1) PCIe card connector 2
NOTE: The PCIE_G3_X8 and PCIE_G3_X16 are the
two dierent types of risers supported on XC430
Xpress. You can install an expansion card on the
system board only using expansion card riser. For
more information about the installation guidelines,
see the Expansion card installation guidelines
section.
16 NIC4 Network connector
17 NIC3 Network connector
18 B1, B2 Memory module socket
19 USB2_3.0 USB connector
20 USB1 USB connector
21 NIC1 and NIC2 Network connector
22 B3, B4 Memory module socket
23 CPU2 Processor socket 2
24 PWR_CONN_C(P3) 8-pin power connector
25 CPU1 Processor socket 1
26 ISDM Internal SD Module connector
27 INTRUSION Intrusion switch connector
28 FAN6 Cooling fan connector
29 A1, A5, A2, A6 Memory module socket
30 FAN5 Cooling fan connector
31 FAN4 Cooling fan connector
32 PWR_CONN_B(P2) 8-pin power connector
33 A3, A7, A4, A8 Memory module socket
34 FAN3 Cooling fan connector
35 FAN2 Cooling fan connector
36 BP_SIG Backplane signal connector
Related links
System board jumper settings
Expansion card installation guidelines
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Disabling forgotten password
The software security features of the system include a system password and a setup password. The password jumper enables or disables
password features and clears any password(s) currently in use.
Prerequisites
Steps
1 Turn o the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
2 Remove the system cover.
3 Move the jumper on the system board jumper from pins 4 and 6 to pins 2 and 4.
4 Install the system cover.
The existing passwords are not disabled (erased) until the system boots with the jumper on pins 2 and 4. However, before you assign a
new system and/or setup password, you must move the jumper back to pins 4 and 6.
NOTE: If you assign a new system and/or setup password with the jumper on pins 2 and 4, the system disables the new
password(s) the next time it boots.
5 Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
6 Turn o the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
7 Remove the system cover.
8 Move the jumper on the system board jumper from pins 2 and 4 to pins 4 and 6.
9 Install the system cover.
10 Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
11 Assign a new system and/or setup password.
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Getting help
Topics:
• Contacting Dell EMC
• Documentation feedback
• Accessing system information by using QRL
Contacting Dell EMC
Dell EMC provides several online and telephone based support and service options. If you do not have an active internet connection, you
can nd contact information about your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell EMC product catalog. Availability varies by country and
product, and some services may not be available in your area.
About this task
To contact Dell EMC for sales, technical assistance, or customer service issues:
Steps
1 Go to Dell.com/support.
2 Select your country from the drop-down menu on the lower right corner of the page.
3 For customized support:
a Enter your system Service Tag in the Enter your Service Tag eld.
b Click Submit.
The support page that lists the various support categories is displayed.
4 For general support:
a Select your product category.
b Select your product segment.
c Select your product.
The support page that lists the various support categories is displayed.
5 For contact details of Dell EMC Global Technical Support:
a Click Global Technical Support.
b The Contact Technical Support page is displayed with details to call, chat, or email the Dell EMC Global Technical Support team.
Documentation feedback
You can rate the documentation or write your feedback on any of our Dell EMC documentation pages and click Send Feedback to send
your feedback.
Accessing system information by using QRL
You can use the Quick Resource Locator (QRL) to get immediate access to the information about your system.
Prerequisites
Ensure that your smartphone or tablet has the QR code scanner installed.
The QRL includes the following information about your system:
• How-to videos
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• Reference materials, including the Owner’s Manual, LCD diagnostics, and mechanical overview
• Your system service tag to quickly access your specic hardware conguration and warranty information
• A direct link to Dell to contact technical assistance and sales teams
Steps
1 Go to Dell.com/QRL and navigate to your specic product or
2 Use your smartphone or tablet to scan the model-specic Quick Resource (QR) code on your appliance or in the Quick Resource
Locator section.
Quick resource locator for XC430 Xpress
Figure 38. Quick Resource locator
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