Table of Contents
- Dell PowerEdge T630 Owner's Manual
- Dell PowerEdge T630 server overview
- Converting the system from tower mode to rack mode
- Documentation resources
- Technical specifications
- Initial system setup and configuration
- Pre-operating system management applications
- Installing and removing system components
- Safety instructions
- Before working inside your system
- After working inside your system
- Recommended tools
- Front bezel (optional)
- System feet
- Caster wheels (optional)—tower mode
- System cover
- Inside the system
- Cooling shroud
- Cooling fans
- Cooling-fan assembly (optional)
- System memory
- Flex bays
- Hard drives
- Removing a hot swappable hard drive or SSD
- Installing a hot swappable hard drive
- Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive blank
- Installing a 2.5-inch hard drive blank
- Removing a 3.5-inch hard drive blank
- Installing a 3.5-inch hard drive blank
- Installing a hot swappable 2.5-inch hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter
- Removing a 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive from a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter
- Installing a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter into a hot swap hard drive carrier
- Removing a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive adapter from a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive carrier
- Removing a hard drive from a hard drive carrier
- Installing a hot swappable hard drive into a hot swappable hard drive carrier
- Optical drives and tape drives
- Internal USB memory key (optional)
- Expansion card holder
- Expansion cards
- GPU card holder (optional)
- GPU cards (optional)
- Internal dual SD module (optional)
- Internal SD card
- Processors and heat sinks
- Power supply unit
- System battery
- Hard drive backplane
- SD vFlash media card (optional)
- Control panel assembly
- System board
- Trusted Platform Module
- Power interposer board and power distribution board
- Using system diagnostics
- Jumpers and connectors
- Troubleshooting your system
- Safety first — for you and your system
- Troubleshooting system startup failure
- Troubleshooting external connections
- Troubleshooting the video subsystem
- Troubleshooting a USB device
- Troubleshooting a serial I/O device
- Troubleshooting a NIC
- Troubleshooting a wet system
- Troubleshooting a damaged system
- Troubleshooting the system battery
- Troubleshooting power supply units
- Troubleshooting cooling problems
- Troubleshooting cooling fans
- Troubleshooting system memory
- Troubleshooting an internal USB key
- Troubleshooting an SD card
- Troubleshooting an optical drive
- Troubleshooting a hard drive
- Troubleshooting a storage controller
- Troubleshooting expansion cards
- Troubleshooting processors
- Getting help
DELL T630 User Manual
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Dell PowerEdge T630
Owner's Manual
Regulatory Model: E25S Series
Regulatory Type: E25S001
Notes, cautions, and warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the
problem.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Copyright © 2017 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell, EMC, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its
subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.
2017 - 04
Rev. A03
Contents
1 Dell PowerEdge T630 server overview ............................................................................8
Supported congurations for the PowerEdge T630 server.................................................................................................8
Front panel........................................................................................................................................................................10
2.5-inch hard drive chassis..........................................................................................................................................10
3.5-inch hard drive chassis..........................................................................................................................................12
LCD panel................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Back panel.........................................................................................................................................................................17
Diagnostic indicators......................................................................................................................................................... 18
NIC indicator codes....................................................................................................................................................20
Power supply unit indicator codes.............................................................................................................................. 20
Hard drive indicator codes..........................................................................................................................................23
Locating Service Tag of your system................................................................................................................................ 24
2 Converting the system from tower mode to rack mode................................................. 25
Preparing a system for conversion from tower mode to rack mode .................................................................................25
3 Documentation resources..............................................................................................29
4 Technical specications................................................................................................. 31
Chassis dimensions........................................................................................................................................................... 31
Chassis weight................................................................................................................................................................. 32
Processor specications...................................................................................................................................................32
PSU specications........................................................................................................................................................... 32
System battery specications ..........................................................................................................................................32
Expansion bus specications............................................................................................................................................ 32
Memory specications..................................................................................................................................................... 33
Drive specications.......................................................................................................................................................... 33
Hard drives.................................................................................................................................................................33
Optical drive............................................................................................................................................................... 34
Ports and connectors specications.................................................................................................................................34
Serial connector......................................................................................................................................................... 34
Internal Dual SD Module............................................................................................................................................. 34
VGA ports.................................................................................................................................................................. 34
USB ports...................................................................................................................................................................34
NIC ports....................................................................................................................................................................34
Video specications..........................................................................................................................................................34
Environmental specications............................................................................................................................................ 35
Particulate and gaseous contamination specications................................................................................................ 36
Expanded operating temperature................................................................................................................................37
Expanded operating temperature restrictions............................................................................................................. 37
5 Initial system setup and conguration........................................................................... 38
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Setting up your system.....................................................................................................................................................38
iDRAC conguration.........................................................................................................................................................38
Options to set up iDRAC IP address........................................................................................................................... 38
Log in to iDRAC................................................................................................................................................................38
Options to install the operating system.............................................................................................................................39
Downloading the drivers and rmware............................................................................................................................. 39
6 Pre-operating system management applications........................................................... 40
Options to manage the pre-operating system applications............................................................................................... 40
System Setup...................................................................................................................................................................40
Viewing System Setup............................................................................................................................................... 40
System Setup details...................................................................................................................................................41
System BIOS...............................................................................................................................................................41
iDRAC Settings utility.................................................................................................................................................60
Device Settings................................................................................................................................................................60
Dell Lifecycle Controller.....................................................................................................................................................61
Embedded system management.................................................................................................................................61
Boot Manager...................................................................................................................................................................61
Viewing Boot Manager................................................................................................................................................61
Boot Manager main menu...........................................................................................................................................61
PXE boot..........................................................................................................................................................................62
7 Installing and removing system components..................................................................63
Safety instructions........................................................................................................................................................... 63
Before working inside your system................................................................................................................................... 63
After working inside your system......................................................................................................................................63
Recommended tools.........................................................................................................................................................64
Front bezel (optional)....................................................................................................................................................... 64
Removing the optional front bezel..............................................................................................................................64
Installing the optional front bezel................................................................................................................................65
System feet......................................................................................................................................................................66
Removing the system feet......................................................................................................................................... 66
Installing the system feet............................................................................................................................................67
Caster wheels (optional)—tower mode............................................................................................................................67
Removing caster wheels............................................................................................................................................ 68
Installing caster wheels...............................................................................................................................................69
System cover................................................................................................................................................................... 70
Removing the system cover....................................................................................................................................... 70
Installing the system cover..........................................................................................................................................71
Inside the system..............................................................................................................................................................72
Cooling shroud..................................................................................................................................................................73
Removing the cooling shroud......................................................................................................................................74
Installing the cooling shroud....................................................................................................................................... 75
Cooling fans......................................................................................................................................................................75
Removing a cooling fan.............................................................................................................................................. 76
Installing a cooling fan.................................................................................................................................................77
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Cooling-fan assembly (optional)....................................................................................................................................... 78
Removing the optional cooling fan assembly ..............................................................................................................78
Installing the optional cooling fan assembly.................................................................................................................79
System memory............................................................................................................................................................... 80
General memory module installation guidelines............................................................................................................81
Mode-specic guidelines.............................................................................................................................................81
Sample memory congurations.................................................................................................................................. 82
Removing memory modules....................................................................................................................................... 85
Installing memory modules......................................................................................................................................... 86
Flex bays.......................................................................................................................................................................... 88
Removing a ex bay................................................................................................................................................... 88
Installing a ex bay..................................................................................................................................................... 89
Hard drives.......................................................................................................................................................................90
Removing a hot swappable hard drive or SSD............................................................................................................90
Installing a hot swappable hard drive...........................................................................................................................91
Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive blank.........................................................................................................................92
Installing a 2.5-inch hard drive blank...........................................................................................................................93
Removing a 3.5-inch hard drive blank.........................................................................................................................94
Installing a 3.5-inch hard drive blank...........................................................................................................................94
Installing a hot swappable 2.5-inch hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter....................................................... 95
Removing a 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive from a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter....................................................96
Installing a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter into a hot swap hard drive carrier...................................................................96
Removing a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive adapter from a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive carrier..................97
Removing a hard drive from a hard drive carrier.........................................................................................................98
Installing a hot swappable hard drive into a hot swappable hard drive carrier............................................................. 99
Optical drives and tape drives.......................................................................................................................................... 99
Removing the optical drive or tape drive...................................................................................................................100
Installing the optical drive or tape drive.....................................................................................................................102
Removing the slim optical drive blank....................................................................................................................... 103
Installing the slim optical drive blank......................................................................................................................... 104
Internal USB memory key (optional)............................................................................................................................... 105
Replacing the optional internal USB memory key......................................................................................................105
Expansion card holder.....................................................................................................................................................106
Removing the expansion card holder........................................................................................................................ 106
Installing the expansion card holder...........................................................................................................................107
Expansion cards..............................................................................................................................................................108
Expansion card installation guidelines........................................................................................................................108
Removing a expansion card....................................................................................................................................... 110
Installing an expansion card........................................................................................................................................ 111
GPU card holder (optional)..............................................................................................................................................112
Removing the optional GPU card holder....................................................................................................................112
Installing the optional GPU card holder...................................................................................................................... 113
GPU cards (optional)....................................................................................................................................................... 114
GPU card installation guidelines................................................................................................................................. 114
Removing an optional GPU card................................................................................................................................115
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Installing an optional GPU card.................................................................................................................................. 116
Internal dual SD module (optional)................................................................................................................................... 118
Removing the optional internal dual SD module......................................................................................................... 118
Installing the optional internal dual SD module ..........................................................................................................120
Internal SD card.............................................................................................................................................................. 122
Removing an internal SD card................................................................................................................................... 122
Installing an internal SD card..................................................................................................................................... 122
Processors and heat sinks...............................................................................................................................................123
Removing a heat sink................................................................................................................................................123
Removing a processor...............................................................................................................................................124
Installing a processor.................................................................................................................................................126
Installing a heat sink.................................................................................................................................................. 128
Power supply unit........................................................................................................................................................... 130
Hot spare feature.......................................................................................................................................................131
Removing an AC power supply unit........................................................................................................................... 131
Installing an AC power supply unit.............................................................................................................................132
Wiring instructions for a DC power supply unit......................................................................................................... 133
Removing a DC power supply unit............................................................................................................................ 136
Installing a DC power supply unit.............................................................................................................................. 136
Removing the power supply unit blank......................................................................................................................137
Installing the power supply unit blank........................................................................................................................138
System battery............................................................................................................................................................... 139
Replacing the system battery....................................................................................................................................139
Hard drive backplane...................................................................................................................................................... 140
Removing the hard drive backplane.......................................................................................................................... 140
Installing the hard drive backplane............................................................................................................................ 158
SD vFlash media card (optional)..................................................................................................................................... 164
Replacing an optional SD vFlash media card............................................................................................................. 164
Control panel assembly...................................................................................................................................................165
Removing the control panel assembly.......................................................................................................................165
Installing the control panel assembly......................................................................................................................... 167
System board..................................................................................................................................................................168
Removing the system board..................................................................................................................................... 168
Installing the system board....................................................................................................................................... 169
Trusted Platform Module.................................................................................................................................................172
Installing the Trusted Platform Module......................................................................................................................172
Initializing the TPM for BitLocker users.....................................................................................................................173
Initializing the TPM for TXT users............................................................................................................................. 173
Power interposer board and power distribution board..................................................................................................... 174
Removing the power interposer board...................................................................................................................... 174
Removing the power distribution board.................................................................................................................... 175
Installing the power distribution board.......................................................................................................................176
Installing the power interposer board.........................................................................................................................177
8 Using system diagnostics.............................................................................................178
Dell Embedded System Diagnostics................................................................................................................................ 178
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Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from Boot Manager............................................................................. 178
Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from the Dell Lifecycle Controller.........................................................178
System diagnostic controls....................................................................................................................................... 178
9 Jumpers and connectors .............................................................................................180
System board connectors............................................................................................................................................... 180
System board jumper settings.........................................................................................................................................182
Disabling a forgotten password....................................................................................................................................... 182
10 Troubleshooting your system...................................................................................... 183
Safety rst — for you and your system.......................................................................................................................... 183
Troubleshooting system startup failure............................................................................................................................183
Troubleshooting external connections............................................................................................................................. 183
Troubleshooting the video subsystem............................................................................................................................. 183
Troubleshooting a USB device........................................................................................................................................ 184
Troubleshooting a serial I/O device................................................................................................................................. 184
Troubleshooting a NIC.....................................................................................................................................................185
Troubleshooting a wet system.........................................................................................................................................185
Troubleshooting a damaged system................................................................................................................................ 186
Troubleshooting the system battery................................................................................................................................ 187
Troubleshooting power supply units.................................................................................................................................187
Troubleshooting power source problems................................................................................................................... 187
Power supply unit problems...................................................................................................................................... 187
Troubleshooting cooling problems................................................................................................................................... 188
Troubleshooting cooling fans...........................................................................................................................................188
Troubleshooting system memory.................................................................................................................................... 189
Troubleshooting an internal USB key...............................................................................................................................190
Troubleshooting an SD card............................................................................................................................................ 190
Troubleshooting an optical drive.......................................................................................................................................191
Troubleshooting a hard drive............................................................................................................................................191
Troubleshooting a storage controller............................................................................................................................... 192
Troubleshooting expansion cards.................................................................................................................................... 193
Troubleshooting processors............................................................................................................................................ 193
11 Getting help................................................................................................................ 195
Contacting Dell............................................................................................................................................................... 195
Documentation feedback................................................................................................................................................195
Accessing system information by using QRL...................................................................................................................195
Quick Resource Locator (QRL) for PowerEdge T630............................................................................................... 196
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Dell PowerEdge T630 server overview
The Dell PowerEdge T630 rackable tower servers support up to:
• Intel Xeon E5-2600 v4 processors
• 24 DIMMs
• Eighteen 3.5 inch hard drives
• Four Dell PowerEdge Express Flash devices
• Thirty two 2.5 inch hard drives
NOTE: The T630 systems support only internal, hot-swappable hard drives.
Supported congurations for the PowerEdge T630 server
The Dell PowerEdge T630 system supports the following congurations:
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Figure 1. Supported congurations for the PowerEdge T630
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Front panel
2.5-inch hard drive chassis
Figure 2. Front panel— 2.5-inch hard drive chassis
1. SD vFlash card slot 2. power button
3. NMI button 4. System identication button
5. LCD menu buttons 6. Information tag
7. LCD panel 8. iDRAC Direct port
9. VGA connector 10. USB connector
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11. Optical drive or tapedrive bay 12. Physical drives
Table 1. Front panel button and connector description
Item Button, or connector Icon Description
1 SD vFlash card slot Use this to insert a vFlash media card. The vFlash media card is
an SD card that extends the functionalities of the iDRAC
enterprise card.
2 Power-on indicator, power
button
The power-on indicator turns on 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 using the power button causes the
system to perform a graceful shutdown before power to
the system is turned o.
3 NMI button Use this button to troubleshoot software and device driver
errors when running certain operating systems. This button can
be pressed using the end of a paper clip.
NOTE: Use this button only if directed to do so by
qualied support personnel or by the operating system
documentation.
4 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 ash until one of the
buttons is pressed again.
Press to toggle the system ID ON or OFF”.
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 for more than 15 seconds.
5 LCD menu buttons Use this button to navigate the control panel LCD menu.
6 Information tag Contains system information such as service tag, NIC, MAC
address for your reference. The information tag is a slide-out
label panel.
7 LCD panel Displays system ID, status information, and system error
messages. The LCD ashes blue during normal system
operation. When the system needs attention, the LCD turns
amber, and displays an error code followed by descriptive text.
NOTE: If the system is connected to a power source and
an error is detected, the LCD ashes amber regardless
of whether the system is turned on or o.
8 USB management port/iDRAC
Direct port
The USB management port can function as a regular USB port
or provide access to the iDRAC Direct features. For more
information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller
User's Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
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Item Button, or connector Icon Description
This port is USB 2.0-compliant
9 VGA connector Allows you to connect a VGA display to the system.
NOTE: The VGA connector is available only in the rack-
mode conguration of your system. For information
about converting your system from tower to the rack
mode, see Preparing a system for conversion from tower
mode to rack mode section.
10 USB connector Use this to connect USB devices to the system. This port is
USB 3.0-compliant.
11 Optical drive or tape-drive bay Use this to install optical drives or tape drives. For more
information on supported optical drives and tape drives, see the
section Optical drives and tape drives section.
12 Physical drives Up to thirty two 2.5-inch hard drives
Related links
Preparing a system for conversion from tower mode to rack mode
3.5-inch hard drive chassis
.
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Figure 3. Front panel— 3.5-inch hard drive plus four PCIe SSD chassis
1. SD vFlash card slot 2. power button
3. NMI button 4. System identication button
5. LCD menu buttons 6. Information tag
7. LCD panel 8. iDRAC Direct port
9. VGA connector 10. USB connector
11. Optical drive or tapedrive bay 12. Flex Bay
13. PCIe SSDs 14. 3.5-inch hard drives
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Table 2. Front panel button and connector description
Item Button, or connector Icon Description
1 SD vFlash card slot Use this to insert a vFlash media card. The vFlash media card is
an SD card that extends the functionalities of the iDRAC
enterprise card.
2 Power-on indicator, power
button
The power-on indicator turns on 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 using the power button causes the
system to perform a graceful shutdown before power to
the system is turned o.
3 NMI button Use this button to troubleshoot software and device driver
errors when running certain operating systems. This button can
be pressed using the end of a paper clip.
NOTE: Use this button only if directed to do so by
qualied support personnel or by the operating system
documentation.
4 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 ash until one of the
buttons is pressed again.
Press to toggle the system ID ON or OFF”.
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 for more than 15 seconds.
5 LCD menu buttons Use this button to navigate the control panel LCD menu.
6 Information tag Contains system information such as service tag, NIC, MAC
address for your reference. The information tag is a slide-out
label panel.
7 LCD panel Displays system ID, status information, and system error
messages. The LCD ashes blue during normal system
operation. When the system needs attention, the LCD turns
amber, and displays an error code followed by descriptive text.
NOTE: If the system is connected to a power source and
an error is detected, the LCD ashes amber regardless
of whether the system is turned on or o.
8 USB management port/iDRAC
Direct port
The USB management port can function as a regular USB port
or provide access to the iDRAC Direct features. For more
information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller
User's Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
This port is USB 2.0-compliant
9 VGA connector Allows you to connect a VGA display to the system.
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Item Button, or connector Icon Description
NOTE: The VGA connector is available only in the rack-
mode conguration of your system. For information
about converting your system from tower to the rack
mode, see Preparing a system for conversion from tower
mode to rack mode section.
10 USB connector Use this to connect USB devices to the system. This port is
USB 3.0-compliant.
11 Optical drive or tape-drive bay Use this to install optical drives or tape drives. For more
information on supported optical drives and tape drives, see the
section Optical drives and tape drives section.
12 Flex Bay Supports installation of up to four PCIe SSDs
13 PCIe SSDs Up to four PCIe SSDs
14 Physical drives Up to eight 3.5-inch hard drives
Related links
Preparing a system for conversion from tower mode to rack mode
LCD panel
The LCD panel of your system provides system information, status, and error messages to indicate if the system is functioning
correctly or if the system needs attention. For more information about error messages, see the Dell Event and Error Messages
Reference Guide at Dell.com/openmanagemanuals >OpenManage software.
• The LCD backlight turns blue during normal operating conditions.
• When the system needs attention, the LCD turns amber, and displays an error code followed by descriptive text.
NOTE: If the system is connected to a power source and an error is detected, the LCD turns amber regardless of
whether the system is turned on or o.
• The LCD backlight is turned o 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 o if LCD messaging is turned o using the iDRAC utility, the LCD panel, or other tools.
Figure 4. LCD panel features
Table 3. 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.
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Item Button Description
• Release the button to stop.
NOTE: The display stops scrolling when the button is released. After 45
seconds of inactivity the display starts scrolling.
Viewing Home screen
About this task
The Home screen displays user-congurable 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 o after a few minutes
of inactivity, if there are no error messages.
Steps
1. To view the Home screen, press one of the three navigation buttons (Select, Left, or Right).
2. To navigate to the Home screen from another menu, complete the following steps:
a. Press and hold the up arrow until the Home icon is displayed.
b. Select the Home icon.
c. On 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 conrm the option before proceeding to the next action.
Option Description
iDRAC Select DHCP or Static IP to congure the network mode. If Static IP is selected, the available elds 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 view LCD error messages in a format that matches the IPMI description in the SEL. This
enables you to match an LCD message with an SEL entry.
Select Simple to view LCD error messages in a simplied user-friendly description. For more information
about error messages, see the Dell Event and Error Messages Reference Guide at Dell.com/
openmanagemanuals > OpenManage software.
Set home Select the default information to be displayed on the Home screen. See View menu section for the options
and option items that can be set as the default on the Home screen.
Related links
View menu
View menu
NOTE: When you select an option in the View menu, you must conrm 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 congured in the
Set home submenu of the Setup menu.
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Option Description
Temperature Displays the temperature of the system in Celsius or Fahrenheit. The display format can be congured in the
Set home submenu of the Setup menu.
Back panel
Figure 5. Back panel features
1. PCIe expansion card slots (3) (processor 1) 2. Ethernet connectors
3. System identication connector 4. System identication button
5. iDRAC Enterprise port 6. Power supply (PSU1)
7. USB port(6) 8. Video connector
9. Serial connector 10. Power supply (PSU2)
11. Full-height PCIe expansion card slots (processor 2)
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Table 4. Back panel indicator, button, or Connector description
Item Indicator, Button, or
Connector
Icon Description
1 PCIe expansion card slots (3)
(processor 1)
You can connect up to two PCI Express expansion cards and
one PERC card.
2 Ethernet connectors Two integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC connectors.
3 System identication connector It connects the optional system status indicator assembly
through the optional cable management arm.
4 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 ash 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 the BIOS
progress mode.
To reset iDRAC (if not disabled in F2 iDRAC setup), press and
hold for more than 15 seconds.
5 iDRAC Enterprise port Dedicated management port.
NOTE: The port is available for use only if the iDRAC
Enterprise license is installed on your system.
6 Power supply (PSU1) AC 495 W, 750 W, 1100 W, or 1600 W
or
DC 1100 W
7 USB port(6) You can connect USB devices to the system. Four ports are
USB 2.0-compliant and two ports are USB 3.0-compliant.
8 Video connector You can connect a VGA display to the system.
9 Serial connector You can connect a serial device to the system.
10 Power supply (PSU2) AC 495 W, 750 W, 1100 W, or 1600 W
or
DC 1100 W
11 Full-height PCIe expansion card
slots (processor 2)
Connects up to four full-height PCI Express expansion cards.
Diagnostic indicators
The diagnostic indicators on the system front panel display system status during system startup.
NOTE: The diagnostic indicators are not present if the system is equipped with an LCD display.
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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 5. 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). If the hard drives are
congured in a RAID array, restart the system and
enter the host adapter conguration utility program.
Electrical
indicator
The indicator ashes amber if the
system experiences an electrical
error (for example, voltage out of
range, or a failed power supply unit
(PSU) or voltage regulator).
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.
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.
PCIe indicator The indicator ashes amber if a
PCIe card experiences an error.
Restart the system. Update any required drivers for
the PCIe card. Reinstall the card. If the problem
persists, see the Getting help section.
Related links
Getting help
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NIC indicator codes
Figure 6. NIC indicators
1. link indicator 2. activity indicator
Table 6. 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).
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.
Power supply unit indicator codes
AC power supply units (PSUs) have an illuminated translucent handle that serves as an indicator and DC PSUs have an LED that
serves as an indicator. The indicator shows whether power is present or a power fault has occurred.
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Figure 7. AC PSU status indicator
1. AC PSU status indicator/handle
Table 7. AC PSU status indicators
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 rmware of the PSU is being updated, the PSU handle ashes green.
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 a PSU mismatch with respect to eciency, feature set, health
status, and supported voltage.
NOTE: Ensure that both the PSUs are of the same capacity.
CAUTION: For AC PSUs, use only PSUs with the Extended Power
Performance (EPP) label on the back.
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 with the PSU.
CAUTION: When correcting a PSU mismatch, replace only the PSU with the
ashing 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 conguration to a low output conguration 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 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.
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Convention Power indicator
pattern
Condition
CAUTION: Combining AC and DC PSUs is not supported and triggers a
mismatch.
E Not lit Power is not connected.
Figure 8. DC PSU status indicator
1. DC PSU status indicator
Table 8. DC PSU status indicators
Convention Power indicator pattern Condition
A Green A valid power source is connected to the PSU and that the PSU is operational.
B Flashing green When hot-adding a PSU, the PSU indicator ashes green. This indicates that there is
a PSU mismatch with respect to eciency, feature set, health status, and supported
voltage. Ensure that both the PSUs are of the same capacity.
C Flashing amber Indicates a problem with the PSU.
CAUTION: When correcting a PSU mismatch, replace only the PSU with the
ashing 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 conguration to a Low Output conguration 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 dierent input voltages, they can output dierent 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.
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Convention Power indicator pattern Condition
CAUTION: Combining AC and DC PSU is not supported and triggers a
mismatch.
D Not lit Power is not connected.
Hard drive indicator codes
Figure 9. Hard drive indicators
1. hard 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 function and remains o.
Table 9. Hard drive indicator codes
Drive-status indicator pattern (RAID only) 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 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 turns o after six seconds Rebuild stopped
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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 to route support calls to the appropriate personnel.
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Converting the system from tower mode to rack
mode
Your system can be converted from the tower mode to the rack mode.
To convert your system from the tower mode to the rack mode, you require the tower to rack conversion kit, which contains the
following items:
• Rack ears (left and right) with three screws each
• VGA module
• Rack slide cover
• Mylar cover
• A pair of rails (optional)
Preparing a system for conversion from tower mode to rack mode
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Turn o the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.
4. Lay the system on a at, stable surface.
5. If installed, remove the system feet or caster wheels. For more information, see removing the system feet or removing caster
wheels.
6. Remove the system cover.
Steps
1. Remove the system top cover. For more information, see the Removing system top cover section.
2. Remove the control-panel assembly. For more information, see the Removing control panel assembly section.
3. Install the rack slide cover by performing the following steps:
a. Slide the rack slide cover between the system's side cover and the chassis.
b. Slide the rack slide cover toward the back of the system until the tabs on rack slide cover locks with the tabs extending
from the chassis.
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Figure 10. Installing the rack slide cover
1. rack slide cover 2. system chassis
Figure 11. Removing the rack slide cover
1. rack slide cover 2. system chassis
4. Install the control panel assembly. For more information, see Installing control panel assembly.
5. Attach the mylar to cover the openings on the chassis where the system rear feet were installed in the tower mode. See the
following gure for more information.
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Figure 12. Attaching the mylar cover
1. marking on chassis 2. mylar cover
6. Install the system cover.
7. Install the rack ears by performing the following steps:
a. Align the three screw holes on the rack ears with the screw holes on the top and the bottom of system.
b. Install the three screws using a Phillips #2 screwdriver.
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Documentation resources
This section provides information about the documentation resources for your system.
Table 10. Documentation resources for system
Task Document Location
Setting up your system For information about installing the system into a
rack, see the Rack documentation included with
your rack solution.
Dell.com/poweredgemanuals
For information about turning on the system and
the technical specications of your system, see
the Getting Started With Your System that
shipped with your system.
Dell.com/poweredgemanuals
For information about Getting Started With Your
System that shipped with your system or the
Technical specications section in this
document.
Dell.com/poweredgemanuals
Conguring your system For information about iDRAC features,
conguring and logging in to iDRAC, and
managing your system remotely, see the
Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's
Guide.
Dell.com/idracmanuals
For information about installing the operating
system, see the operating system
documentation.
Dell.com/operatingsystemmanuals
For information about understanding Remote
Access Controller Admin (RACADM)
subcommands and supported RACADM
interfaces, see the RACADM Command Line
Reference Guide for iDRAC.
Dell.com/idracmanuals
For information about updating drivers and
rmware, see the Download rmware and
drivers section in this document.
Dell.com/support/drivers
Managing your system For information about the features of the Dell
OpenManage Systems Management, see the
Dell OpenManage Systems Management
Overview Guide.
Dell.com/openmanagemanuals
For information about setting up, using, and
troubleshooting OpenManage, see the Dell
OpenManage Server Administrator User’s Guide.
Dell.com/openmanagemanuals
For information about installing, using, and
troubleshooting Dell OpenManage Essentials,
see the Dell OpenManage Essentials User’s
Guide.
Dell.com/openmanagemanuals
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Task Document Location
For information about installing and using Dell
System E-Support Tool (DSET), see the Dell
System E-Support Tool (DSET) User's Guide.
Dell.com/DSET
For information about installing and using Active
System Manager (ASM), see the Active System
Manager User’s Guide.
Dell.com/asmdocs
For understanding the features of Dell Lifecycle
Controller (LCC), see the Dell Lifecycle
Controller User’s Guide.
Dell.com/idracmanuals
For information about partner programs
enterprise systems management, see the
OpenManage Connections Enterprise Systems
Management documents.
Dell.com/
omconnectionsenterprisesystemsmanagement
For information about connections and client
systems management, see the OpenManage
Connections Client Systems Management
documentation.
Dell.com/dellclientcommandsuitemanuals
For information about viewing inventory,
performing conguration and monitoring tasks,
remotely turning on or o servers, and enabling
alerts for events on servers and components
using the Dell Chassis Management Controller
(CMC), see the CMC User’s Guide.
Dell.com/esmmanuals
Working with Dell PowerEdge
RAID controllers
For information about understanding the
features of the Dell PowerEdge RAID controllers
(PERC) and deploying the PERC cards, see the
Storage controller documentation.
Dell.com/storagecontrollermanuals
Understanding event and
error messages
For information about checking the event and
error messages generated by the system
rmware and agents that monitor system
components, see the Dell Event and Error
Messages Reference Guide.
Dell.com/openmanagemanuals > OpenManage
software
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Technical specications
The technical and environmental specications of your system are outlined in this section.
Chassis dimensions
Figure 14. Details the dimensions of Dell PowerEdge T630 system
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Table 11. The dimensions of Dell PowerEdge T630 system
System Xa Xb Ya Yb Yc Za with
bezel
Za without
bezel
Zb* Zc
PowerEdg
e T630 304.5 217.9 434.5 443.5 471.5 15.9 0.0 659.9 692.8
Chassis weight
Table 12. Chassis weight
PowerEdge T630 Maximum weight
3.5 inch hard-drive chassis 49.65 kg
2.5 inch hard-drive chassis 42.36 kg
Processor specications
The PowerEdge T630 system supports up to two Intel Xeon E5-2600 v4 or Xeon E5-2600 v3 product family processors.
PSU specications
The PowerEdge T630 system supports up to two AC or DC redundant power supply units (PSUs).
Table 13. PSU specications
PSU Class Heat dissipation
(maximum)
Frequency Voltage
495 W AC Platinum 1908 BTU/hr 50/60 Hz 100–240 V AC, autoranging
750 W AC Platinum 2891 BTU/hr
Titanium 2843 BTU/hr 200–240 V AC, autoranging
1100 W AC Platinum 4100 BTU/hr 100–240 V AC, autoranging
1600 W AC Platinum 6000 BTU/hr 100–240 V AC, autoranging
1100 W DC (for China
only)
NA 4416 BTU/hr –(48–60) V DC
NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated using the PSU wattage rating.
NOTE: This system is also designed to connect to the IT power systems with a phase to phase voltage not exceeding 230
V.
System battery specications
The PowerEdge T630 system supports CR 2032 3.0-V lithium coin cell system battery.
Expansion bus specications
The PowerEdge T630 system supports PCI express (PCIe) generation 3 and 2 expansion cards. The following table describes the
supported expansion cards:
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Table 14. Supported PCI express generation 3 expansion cards
PCIe Slot Processor Connection Height Length Link Width Slot Width
1 (Gen3) Processor 1 Standard Height Full Length x16 x16
2 (Gen2) Platform Controller Hub Standard Height Full Length* x4 x8
3 (Gen3) Processor 1 Standard Height Full Length x16 x16
4 (Gen3) Processor 2 Standard Height Half Length x8 x8
5 (Gen2) Processor 2 Standard Height Full Length* x4 x8
6 (Gen3) Processor 2 Standard Height Full Length x16 x16
7 (Gen3) Processor 2 Standard Height Full Length x16 x16
8 (Internal PERC
Slot)
Processor 1 Standard Height Half Length x8 x8
*PCIe Generation 2 expansion card.
NOTE: To use PCIe slots 4, 5, 6, and 7, both the processors must be installed.
NOTE: The expansion card slots are not hot-swappable.
Memory specications
The PowerEdge T630 system supports 1866 MT/s, 2133 MT/s or 2400 MT/s DDR4 Registered or Load-Reduced Error Correcting
Code (ECC) DIMMs support for advanced ECC or memory optimized operation.
Table 15. Memory specications
Memory module sockets Memory capacity Minimum RAM Maximum RAM
Twenty-four 288–pin • 64 GB quad rank
(LRDIMMs)
• 4 GB single rank (RDIMMs)
• 8 GB or 16 GB dual rank
(RDIMMs)
• 4 GB with single processor
• 8 GB with dual processors
(minimum one memory
module per processor)
• Up to 768 GB with a single
processor
• Up to 1536 GB with dual
processors
Drive specications
Hard drives
The PowerEdge T630 system supports:
• Up to eight 3.5 inch, internal, hot-swappable SAS, SATA, SSD, or Nearline SAS hard drives or Up to eight 2.5 inch, internal, hot-
swappable SAS, SATA, SSD, or Nearline SAS hard drives in a 3.5 inch hard-drive carrier. Hard-drive slots 0 through 3 and 4
through 7.
• Up to eight 3.5 inch, internal, hot-swappable SAS, SATA, SSD, or Nearline SAS hard drives and four Dell PowerEdge Express
Flash devices (PCIe SSDs) . Hard-drive slots 0 through 7 and 0 through 3
• Up to eighteen 3.5 inch, internal, hot-swappable SAS, SATA, SSD, or Nearline SAS hard drives. Hard-drive slots 0 through 5, 6
through 11, and 12 through 17.
• Up to sixteen 2.5 inch, internal, hot-swappable SAS, SATA, SSD, or Nearline SAS hard drives. Hard-drive slots 0 through 7 and 8
through 15.
• Up to thirty-two 2.5 inch, internal, hot-swappable SAS, SATA, SSD, or Nearline SAS hard drives Hard-drive slots 0 through 7, 8
through 15, 16 through 23, and 24 through 31.
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• Up to thirty-two 2.5 inch, internal, hot-swappable SAS, SATA, SATA SSD, or Nearline SAS hard drives. Hard-drive slots 0 through
7, 8 through 15, 0 through 7, and 8 through 15.
Optical drive
The PowerEdge T630 system supports one optional SATA DVD-ROM drive or DVD+/-RW drive or One optional slim SATA DVD-
ROM drive or DVD +/-RW drive.
NOTE: DVD devices are data only.
Ports and connectors specications
Serial connector
The serial connector connects a serial device to the system. The PowerEdge T630 system supports DB-9 Serial Port connector.
Internal Dual SD Module
The PowerEdge RT630 system supports two optional ash memory card slots with an internal SD module.
NOTE: One card slot is dedicated for redundancy.
VGA ports
The Video Graphic Array (VGA) port enables you to connect the system to a VGA display. The PowerEdge T630 system supports
two 15-pin VGA ports on the front and back panels.
NOTE: The front VGA port is available only with the rack conguration.
USB ports
The PowerEdge T630 system supports:
• USB 2.0-compliant ports and USB 3.0-complaint ports on the front and back panel
• Internal USB 3.0-compliant port
The following table provides more information about the USB specications:
Table 16. USB specications
System Front panel Back panel Internal
PowerEdge T630 • Two Hi-Speed USB Host
• One USB 2.0-compliant ports
and one USB 3.0-complaint
ports
• Six Hi-Speed USB Host
• Four USB 2.0 compliant
ports
• Two USB 3.0-complaint ports
One 4-pin, USB 3.0-compliant
port
NIC ports
The PowerEdge T630 system supports four Network Interface Controller (NIC) ports on the back panel, which is available in the
following NIC congurations:
• Two 10/100/1000 Mbps
Video specications
The PowerEdge T630 system supports Integrated Matrox G200 with iDRAC8 and 16 MB application memory.
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Table 17. Supported video resolution options
Resolution Refresh Rate (Hz) Color Depth (bit)
640 x 480 60, 70 8, 16, 32
800 x 600 60, 75, 85 8, 16, 32
1024 x 768 60, 75, 85 8, 16, 32
1280 x 1024 60 8, 16, 32
1440 x 900 (stretch goal) 60 8, 16, 32
Environmental specications
NOTE: For additional information about environmental measurements for specic system congurations, see Dell.com/
environmental_datasheets.
Table 18. Temperature specications
Temperature Specications
Storage –40°C to 65°C (–40°F to 149°F)
Continuous operation (for altitude less than 950 m or
3117 ft)
10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) with no direct sunlight on the equipment.
Fresh air For information about fresh air, see Expanded Operating Temperature
section.
Maximum temperature gradient (operating and storage) 20°C/h (68°F/h)
Table 19. Relative humidity specications
Relative humidity Specications
Storage 5% to 95% RH with 33°C (91°F) maximum dew point. Atmosphere must
be non-condensing at all times.
Operating 10% to 80% relative humidity with 29°C (84.2°F) maximum dew point.
Table 20. Maximum vibration specications
Maximum vibration Specications
Operating 0.26 Grms at 5 Hz to 350 Hz (all operation orientations).
Storage 1.88 Grms at 10 Hz to 500 Hz for 15 min (all six sides tested).
Table 21. Maximum shock specications
Maximum vibration Specications
Operating Six consecutively executed shock pulses in the positive and negative x, y,
and z axes of 40 G for up to 2.3 ms.
Storage Six consecutively executed shock pulses in the positive and negative x, y,
and z axes (one pulse on each side of the system) of 71 G for up to 2 ms.
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Table 22. Maximum altitude specications
Maximum altitude Specications
Operating 3048 m (10,000 ft)
Storage 12,000 m (39,370 ft)
Table 23. Operating temperature de-rating specications
Operating temperature de-rating Specications
Up to 35°C (95°F) Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/300 m (1°F/547 ft) above 950
m (3,117 ft).
35°C to 40°C (95°F to 104°F) Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/175 m (1°F/319 ft) above 950
m (3,117 ft).
40°C to 45°C (104°F to 113°F) Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/125 m (1°F/228 ft) above 950
m (3,117 ft).
Particulate and gaseous contamination specications
The following table denes the limitations that help avoid any equipment damage or failure from particulates and gaseous
contamination. If the levels of particulates or gaseous pollution exceed the specied limitations and result in equipment damage or
failure, you may need to rectify the environmental conditions. Re-mediation of environmental conditions is the responsibility of the
customer.
Table 24. Particulate contamination specications
Particulate contamination Specications
Air ltration Data center air ltration as dened by ISO Class 8 per ISO 14644-1 with a
95% upper condence limit.
NOTE: This condition applies to data center environments only.
Air ltration requirements do not apply to IT equipment designed
to be used outside a data center, in environments such as an
oce or factory oor.
NOTE: Air entering the data center must have MERV11 or
MERV13 ltration.
Conductive dust Air must be free of conductive dust, zinc whiskers, or other conductive
particles.
NOTE: This condition applies to data center and non-data center
environments.
Corrosive dust • Air must be free of corrosive dust.
• Residual dust present in the air must have a deliquescent point less
than 60% relative humidity.
NOTE: This condition applies to data center and non-data center
environments.
Table 25. Gaseous contamination specications
Gaseous contamination Specications
Copper coupon corrosion rate <300 Å/month per Class G1 as dened by ANSI/ISA71.04-1985.
Silver coupon corrosion rate <200 Å/month as dened by AHSRAE TC9.9.
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NOTE: Maximum corrosive contaminant levels measured at ≤50% relative humidity.
Expanded operating temperature
Table 26. Expanded operating temperature specications
Expanded operating temperature Specications
Continuous operation 5°C to 40°C at 5% to 85% RH with 29°C dew point.
NOTE: Outside the standard operating temperature (10°C to
35°C), the system can operate continuously in temperatures as
low as 5°C and as high as 40°C.
For temperatures between 35°C and 40°C, de-rate maximum allowable
temperature by 1°C per 175 m above 950 m (1°F per 319 ft).
≤ 1% of annual operating hours –5°C to 45°C at 5% to 90% RH with 29°C dew point.
NOTE: Outside the standard operating temperature (10°C to
35°C), the system can operate down to –5°C or up to 45°C for a
maximum of 1% of its annual operating hours.
For temperatures between 40°C and 45°C,de-rate maximum allowable
temperature by 1°C per 125 m above 950 m (1°F per 228 ft).
NOTE: When operating in the expanded temperature range, system performance may be impacted.
NOTE: When operating in the expanded temperature range, ambient temperature warnings maybe reported on the LCD
panel and in the System Event Log.
Expanded operating temperature restrictions
• Do not perform a cold startup below 5°C.
• You must have six fans congured on your system.
• The operating temperature specied is for a maximum altitude of 3048 m (10,000 ft)
• Express Flash is not supported.
• GPU is not supported.
• 160 W workstation CPU is not supported.
• Internal TBU (Tape Backup Unit) is not supported.
• Two power supplies in redundant mode are required, but do not support PSU failure function.
• Non Dell qualied peripheral cards and/or peripheral cards greater than 25 W are not supported.
• PCIe SSD is not supported
• Eighteen 3.5 inch hard-drive conguration is not supported
• Fusion IO is not supported.
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Initial system setup and conguration
Setting up your system
Complete the following steps to set up your system:
1. Unpack the system.
2. Install the system into the rack. For more information about 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 by using iDRAC.
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 systems. iDRAC alerts administrators to system issues, helps them perform remote system management,
and reduces the need for physical access to the system.
Options to set up iDRAC IP address
You must congure the initial network settings based on your network infrastructure to enable the communication to and from
iDRAC. You can set up the IP address by using one of the following interfaces:
Interfaces Document/Section
iDRAC Settings
utility
See Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals
Dell Deployment
Toolkit
See Dell Deployment Toolkit User’s Guide at Dell.com/openmanagemanuals
Dell Lifecycle
Controller
See Dell Lifecycle Controller User’s Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals
Chassis or Server
LCD panel
See the LCD panel section
You must use the default iDRAC IP address 192.168.0.120 to congure the initial network settings, including setting up DHCP or a
static IP for iDRAC.
NOTE: To access iDRAC, ensure that you install the iDRAC port card or connect the network cable to the Ethernet
connector 1 on the system board.
NOTE: Ensure that you change the default user name and password after setting up the iDRAC IP address.
Log in to iDRAC
You can log in to iDRAC as:
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• 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 Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide
at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
Options to install the operating system
If the system is shipped without an operating system, install the supported operating system by using one of the following resources:
Table 27. Resources to install the operating system
Resources Location
Dell Systems Management Tools and Documentation media Dell.com/operatingsystemmanuals
Dell Lifecycle Controller Dell.com/idracmanuals
Dell OpenManage Deployment Toolkit Dell.com/openmanagemanuals
Dell certied VMware ESXi Dell.com/virtualizationsolutions
Supported operating systems on Dell PowerEdge systems Dell.com/ossupport
Installation and How-to videos for supported operating systems
on Dell PowerEdge systems
Supported Operating Systems for Dell PowerEdge Systems
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. Under the Drivers & Downloads section, type the Service Tag of your system in the Service Tag or Express Service Code
box.
NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, select Detect My Product to allow the system to automatically detect
your Service Tag, or under General support, navigate to your product.
3. Click Drivers & Downloads.
The drivers that are applicable to your selection are displayed.
4. Download the drivers you need to a USB drive, CD, or DVD.
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Pre-operating system management applications
You can manage basic settings and features of a system without booting to the operating system by using the system rmware.
Options to manage the pre-operating system applications
Your system has the following options to manage the pre-operating system applications:
• System Setup
• Boot Manager
• Dell Lifecycle Controller
• Preboot Execution Environment (PXE)
Related links
System Setup
Boot Manager
Dell Lifecycle Controller
PXE boot
System Setup
By using the System Setup screen, you can congure the BIOS settings, iDRAC settings, and device settings of your system.
NOTE: Help text for the selected eld is displayed in the graphical browser by default. To view the help text in the text
browser, press F1.
You can access system setup by using two methods:
• Standard graphical browser—The browser is enabled by default.
• Text browser—The browser is enabled by using Console Redirection.
Related links
System Setup details
Viewing System Setup
Viewing System Setup
To view the System Setup screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
Related links
System Setup
System Setup details
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System Setup details
The System Setup Main Menu screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
System BIOS Enables you to congure BIOS settings.
iDRAC Settings Enables you to congure iDRAC settings.
The iDRAC settings utility is an interface to set up and congure the iDRAC parameters by using UEFI
(Unied Extensible Firmware Interface). You can enable or disable various iDRAC parameters by using the
iDRAC settings utility. For more information about this utility, see Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller
User’s Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
Device Settings Enables you to congure device settings.
Related links
System BIOS Settings details
Device Settings
System BIOS
You can use the System BIOS screen to edit specic functions such as boot order, system password, setup password, set the RAID
mode, and enable or disable USB ports.
Related links
System BIOS Settings details
Boot Settings
System Information
Memory Settings
Processor Settings
SATA Settings
Integrated Devices
Serial Communication
System Prole Settings
Miscellaneous Settings
iDRAC Settings utility
Device Settings
System Security Settings details
Viewing System BIOS
Viewing System BIOS
To view the System BIOS screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
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System BIOS
System BIOS Settings details
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System BIOS Settings details
The System BIOS Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
System Information Species information about the system such as the system model name, BIOS version, and Service Tag.
Memory Settings Species information and options related to the installed memory.
Processor Settings Species information and options related to the processor such as speed and cache size.
Boot Settings Species options to specify the boot mode (BIOS or UEFI). Enables you to modify UEFI and BIOS boot
settings.
Network Settings Species options to change the network settings.
Integrated Devices Species options to manage integrated device controllers and ports and specify related features and options.
Serial
Communication
Species options to manage the serial ports and specify related features and options.
System Prole
Settings
Species options to change the processor power management settings, memory frequency, and so on.
System Security Species options to congure the system security settings, such as system password, setup password,
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) security. It also manages the power and NMI buttons on the system.
Miscellaneous
Settings
Species options to change the system date, time, and so on.
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System BIOS
Viewing System BIOS
Boot Settings
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.
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Boot Settings details
System BIOS
Viewing Boot Settings
Choosing the system boot mode
Changing the boot order
Viewing Boot Settings
To view the Boot Settings screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Boot Settings.
Related links
Boot Settings
Boot Settings details
Choosing the system boot mode
Changing the boot order
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Boot Settings details
The Boot Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option 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.
If the operating system supports UEFI, you can set this option to UEFI. Setting this eld to BIOS allows
compatibility with non-UEFI operating systems. This option is set to BIOS by default.
NOTE: Setting this eld to UEFI disables the BIOS Boot Settings menu. Setting this eld to BIOS
disables the UEFI Boot Settings menu.
Boot Sequence
Retry
Enables or disables the Boot Sequence Retry feature. If this option is set to Enabled and the system fails to
boot, the system reattempts the boot sequence after 30 seconds. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Hard-Disk Failover Species the hard drive that is booted in the event of a hard drive failure. The devices are selected in the
Hard-Disk Drive Sequence on the Boot Option Setting menu. When this option is set to Disabled, only the
rst hard drive in the list is attempted to boot. When this option is set to Enabled, all hard drives are
attempted to boot in the order selected in the Hard-Disk Drive Sequence. This option is not enabled for
UEFI Boot Mode.
BIOS Boot Settings Enables or disables BIOS boot options.
NOTE: This option is enabled only if the boot mode is BIOS.
UEFI Boot Settings Enables or disables UEFI Boot options. The Boot options include IPv4 PXE and IPv6 PXE. This option is set
to IPv4 by default.
NOTE: This option is enabled only if the boot mode is UEFI.
Related links
Boot Settings
Viewing Boot Settings
Choosing the system boot mode
Changing the boot order
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.
•Unied Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) boot mode is an enhanced 64-bit boot interface. If you have congured your
system to boot to UEFI mode, it replaces 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.
CAUTION: Switching the boot mode may prevent the system from booting if the operating system is not installed in
the same boot mode.
3. After the system boots in the specied boot mode, proceed to install your operating system from that mode.
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 about supported operating systems, go to Dell.com/ossupport.
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Boot Settings
Boot Settings details
Viewing Boot Settings
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. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS → Boot Settings.
2. Click BIOS/UEFI Boot 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.
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Boot Settings
Boot Settings details
Viewing Boot Settings
System Security
You can use the System Security screen to perform specic functions such as setting the system password, setup password and
disabling the power button.
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System Security Settings details
Operating with a setup password enabled
System BIOS
Viewing System Security
Creating a system and setup password
Using your system password to secure your system
Deleting or changing system and setup password
Viewing System Security
To view the System Security screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click System Security.
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System Security
System Security Settings details
System Security Settings details
The System Security Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
Intel AES-NI Improves the speed of applications by performing encryption and decryption by using the Advanced
Encryption Standard Instruction Set (AES-NI). This option is set to Enabled by default.
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Option Description
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. This option is set to Unlocked by default.
TPM Security NOTE: The TPM menu is available only when the TPM module is installed.
Enables you to control the reporting mode of the TPM. The TPM Security option is set to O by default.
You can only modify the TPM Status, TPM Activation, and Intel TXT elds if the TPM Status eld is set to
either On with Pre-boot Measurements or On without Pre-boot Measurements.
TPM Information Changes the operational state of the TPM. This option is set to No Change by default.
TPM Status Species the TPM status.
TPM Command CAUTION: Clearing the TPM results in the loss of all keys in the TPM. The loss of TPM keys may
aect booting to the operating system.
Clears all the contents of the TPM. The TPM Clear option is set to No by default.
Intel TXT Enables or disables the Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) option. To enable the Intel TXT option,
virtualization technology and TPM Security must be enabled with Pre-boot measurements. This option is set
to O by default.
Power Button Enables or disables the power button on the front of the system. This option is set to Enabled by default.
NMI Button Enables or disables the NMI button on the front of the system. This option is set to Disabled by default.
AC Power Recovery Sets how the system behaves after AC power is restored to the system. This option is set to Last by default.
AC Power Recovery
Delay
Sets the time delay for the system to power up after AC power is restored to the system. This option is set
to Immediate by default.
User Dened Delay
(60s to 240s)
Sets the User Dened Delay option when the User Dened option for AC Power Recovery Delay is
selected.
UEFI Variable
Access
Provides varying degrees of securing UEFI variables. When set to Standard (the default), UEFI variables are
accessible in the operating system per the UEFI specication. 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.
Secure Boot Enables Secure Boot, where the BIOS authenticates each pre-boot image by using the certicates in the
Secure Boot Policy. Secure Boot is disabled by default.
Secure Boot Policy When Secure Boot policy is set to Standard, the BIOS uses the system manufacturer’s key and certicates
to authenticate pre-boot images. When Secure Boot policy is set to Custom, the BIOS uses the user-
dened key and certicates. Secure Boot policy is set to Standard by default.
Secure Boot Policy
Summary
Species the list of certicates and hashes that secure boot uses to authenticate images.
Related links
System Security
Viewing System Security
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Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings
Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings is displayed only when Secure Boot Policy is set to Custom.
Viewing Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings
To view the Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click System Security.
5. On the System Security screen, click Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings.
Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings details
The Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option 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).
System Information
You can use the System Information screen to view system properties such as Service Tag, system model name, and the BIOS
version.
Related links
System Information details
System BIOS
Viewing System Information
Viewing System Information
To view the System Information screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click System Information.
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System Information
System Information details
The System Information screen details are explained as follows:
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Option Description
System Model
Name
Species the system model name.
System BIOS
Version
Species the BIOS version installed on the system.
System
Management
Engine Version
Species the current version of the Management Engine rmware.
System Service Tag Species the system Service Tag.
System
Manufacturer
Species the name of the system manufacturer.
System
Manufacturer
Contact
Information
Species the contact information of the system manufacturer.
System CPLD
Version
Species the current version of the system complex programmable logic device (CPLD) rmware.
UEFI Compliance
Version
Species the UEFI compliance level of the system rmware.
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System Information
System Information details
Viewing System Information
Creating a system and setup password
Prerequisites
Ensure that the password jumper is enabled. The password jumper enables or disables the system password and setup password
features. For more information, see the System board jumper settings section.
NOTE: 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.
Steps
1. To enter System Setup, press F2 immediately after turning on or rebooting your system.
2. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS → System Security.
3. On the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is set to Unlocked.
4. In the System Password eld, type 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 reenter the system password.
5. Reenter the system password, and click OK.
6. In the Setup Password eld, type your setup password and press Enter or Tab.
A message prompts you to reenter the setup password.
7. Reenter the setup password, and click OK.
8. Press Esc to return to the System BIOS screen. Press Esc again.
A message prompts you to save the changes.
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NOTE: Password protection does not take eect until the system reboots.
Related links
System board jumper settings
System Security Settings details
System Security
Using your system password to secure your system
If you have assigned a setup password, the system accepts your setup password as an alternate system password.
Steps
1. Turn on or reboot your system.
2. Type the system password and press Enter.
Next steps
When Password Status is set to Locked, type the system password and press Enter when prompted at reboot.
NOTE: If an incorrect system password is typed, the system displays a message and prompts you to reenter your
password. You have three attempts to type the correct password. After the third unsuccessful attempt, the system
displays an error message that the system has stopped functioning and must be turned o. Even after you turn o and
restart the system, the error message is displayed until the correct password is entered.
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System Security
Deleting or changing system and setup password
Prerequisites
NOTE: You cannot delete or change an existing system or setup password if the Password Status is set to Locked.
Steps
1. To enter System Setup, press F2 immediately after turning on or restarting your system.
2. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS → System Security.
3. On the System Security screen, ensure that Password Status is set to Unlocked.
4. In the System Password eld, alter or delete the existing system password, and then press Enter or Tab.
5. In the Setup Password eld, alter or delete the existing setup password, and then press Enter or Tab.
If you change the system and setup password, a message prompts you to reenter the new password. If you delete the system
and setup password, a message prompts you to conrm the deletion.
6. Press Esc to return to the System BIOS screen. Press Esc again, and a message prompts you to save the changes.
Related links
System Security
Operating with a setup password enabled
If Setup Password is set to Enabled, type the correct setup password before modifying the system setup options.
If you do not type the correct password in three attempts, the system displays the following message:
Invalid Password! Number of unsuccessful password attempts: <x> System Halted! Must power
down.
Even after you turn o and restart the system, the error message is displayed until the correct password is typed. The following
options are exceptions:
• If System Password is not set to Enabled and is not locked through the Password Status option, you can assign a system
password. For more information, see the System Security Settings screen section.
• You cannot disable or change an existing system password.
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NOTE: You can use the password status option with the setup password option to protect the system password from
unauthorized changes.
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System Security
Memory Settings
You can use the Memory Settings screen to view all the memory settings and enable or disable specic memory functions, such as
system memory testing and node interleaving.
Related links
Memory Settings details
System BIOS
Viewing Memory Settings
Viewing Memory Settings
To view the Memory Settings screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Memory Settings.
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Memory Settings
Memory Settings details
Memory Settings details
The Memory Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
System Memory
Size
Species the memory size in the system.
System Memory
Type
Species the type of memory installed in the system.
System Memory
Speed
Species the system memory speed.
System Memory
Voltage
Species the system memory voltage.
Video Memory Species the amount of video memory.
System Memory
Testing
Species whether the system memory tests are run during system boot. Options are Enabled and Disabled.
This option is set to Disabled by default.
Memory Operating
Mode
Species the memory operating mode. The options available are Optimizer Mode, Advanced ECC Mode,
Mirror Mode, Spare Mode, Spare with Advanced ECC Mode, Dell Fault Resilient Mode and Dell NUMA
Fault Resilient Mode. This option is set to Optimizer Mode by default.
NOTE: The Memory Operating Mode option can have dierent default and available options based
on the memory conguration of your system.
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Option Description
NOTE: The Dell Fault Resilient Mode option 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 Species if Non-Uniform Memory architecture (NUMA) is supported. If this eld is set to Enabled, memory
interleaving is supported if a symmetric memory conguration is installed. If the eld is set to Disabled, the
system supports NUMA (asymmetric) memory congurations. This option is set to Disabled by default.
Snoop Mode Species the Snoop Mode options. The Snoop Mode options available are Home Snoop, Early Snoop, and
Cluster on Die. This option is set to Early Snoop by default. This eld is available only when the Node
Interleaving is set to Disabled.
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Memory Settings
Viewing Memory Settings
Processor Settings
You can use the Processor Settings screen to view the processor settings, and perform specic functions such as enabling
virtualization technology, hardware prefetcher, and logical processor idling.
Related links
Processor Settings details
System BIOS
Viewing Processor Settings
Viewing Processor Settings
To view the Processor Settings screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Processor Settings.
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Processor Settings
Processor Settings details
Processor Settings details
The Processor Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
Logical Processor Enables or disables the logical processors and displays the number of logical processors. If this 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. This option is set to Enabled by default.
QPI Speed Enables you to control QuickPath Interconnect data rate settings.
Alternate RTID
(Requestor
Transaction ID)
Setting
Modies Requestor Transaction IDs, which are QPI resources. This option is set to Disabled by default.
NOTE: Enabling this option may negatively impact the overall system performance.
Virtualization
Technology
Enables or disables the additional hardware capabilities provided for virtualization. This option is set to
Enabled by default.
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Option Description
Address Translation
Service (ATS)
Denes the Address Translation Cache (ATC) for devices to cache the DMA transactions. This option
provides an interface between CPU and DMA Memory Management to a chipset's Address Translation and
Protection Table to translate DMA addresses to host addresses. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Adjacent Cache
Line Prefetch
Optimizes the system for applications that need high utilization of sequential memory access. This option is
set to Enabled by default. You can disable this option for applications that need high utilization of random
memory access.
Hardware
Prefetcher
Enables or disables the hardware prefetcher. This option is set to Enabled by default.
DCU Streamer
Prefetcher
Enables or disables the Data Cache Unit (DCU) streamer prefetcher. This option is set to Enabled by
default.
DCU IP Prefetcher Enables or disables the Data Cache Unit (DCU) IP prefetcher. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Execute Disable Enables you to run the disable memory protection technology. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Logical Processor
Idling
Enables you to improve the energy eciency of a system. It uses the operating system core parking
algorithm and parks some of the logical processors in the system which in turn allows the corresponding
processor cores to transition into a lower power idle state. This option can only be enabled if the operating
system supports it. It is set to Disabled by default.
Congurable TDP Enables you to recongure the processor Thermal Design Power (TDP) levels during POST based on the
power and thermal delivery capabilities of the system. TDP veries the maximum heat the cooling system is
needed to dissipate. This option is set to Nominal by default.
NOTE: This option is only available on certain stock keeping units (SKUs) of the processors.
X2Apic Mode Enables or disables the X2Apic mode.
Dell Controlled
Turbo
Controls the turbo engagement. Enable this option only when System Prole is set to Performance.
NOTE: Depending on the number of installed CPUs, there may be up to four processor listings.
Number of Cores
per Processor
Controls the number of enabled cores in each processor. This option is set to All by default.
Processor 64-bit
Support
Species if the processor(s) support 64-bit extensions.
Processor Core
Speed
Species the maximum core frequency of the processor.
Processor 1 NOTE: Depending on the number of CPUs, there may be up to four processors listed.
The following settings are displayed for each processor installed in the system:
Option Description
Family-Model-
Stepping
Species the family, model, and stepping of the processor as dened by Intel.
Brand Species the brand name.
Level 2 Cache Species the total L2 cache.
Level 3 Cache Species the total L3 cache.
Number of Cores Species the number of cores per processor.
Related links
Processor Settings
Viewing Processor Settings
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SATA Settings
You can use the SATA Settings screen to view the SATA settings of SATA devices and enable RAID on your system.
Related links
SATA Settings details
System BIOS
Viewing SATA Settings
Viewing SATA Settings
To view the SATA Settings screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click SATA Settings.
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SATA Settings
SATA Settings details
SATA Settings details
The SATA Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
Embedded SATA Enables the embedded SATA option to be set to O, ATA, AHCI, or RAID modes. This option is set to AHCI
by default.
Security Freeze
Lock
Sends Security Freeze Lock command to the Embedded SATA drives during POST. This option is applicable
only for 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 eld to Auto
to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn o BIOS support.
For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.
Option Description
Model Species the drive model of the selected device.
Drive Type Species the type of drive attached to the SATA port.
Capacity Species the total capacity of the hard drive. This eld is undened 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 eld to Auto
to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn o BIOS support.
For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.
Option Description
Model Species the drive model of the selected device.
Drive Type Species the type of drive attached to the SATA port.
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Option Description
Option Description
Capacity Species the total capacity of the hard drive. This eld is undened for removable
media devices such as optical drives.
Port C Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA mode, set this eld to Auto
to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn o BIOS support.
For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.
Option Description
Model Species the drive model of the selected device.
Drive Type Species the type of drive attached to the SATA port.
Capacity Species the total capacity of the hard drive. This eld is undened 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 eld to Auto
to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn o BIOS support.
For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.
Option Description
Model Species the drive model of the selected device.
Drive Type Species the type of drive attached to the SATA port.
Capacity Species the total capacity of the hard drive. This eld is undened 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 eld to Auto
to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn o BIOS support.
For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.
Option Description
Model Species the drive model of the selected device.
Drive Type Species the type of drive attached to the SATA port.
Capacity Species the total capacity of the hard drive. This eld is undened 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 eld to Auto
to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn o BIOS support.
For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.
Option Description
Model Species the drive model of the selected device.
Drive Type Species the type of drive attached to the SATA port.
Capacity Species the total capacity of the hard drive. This eld is undened 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 eld to Auto
to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn o BIOS support.
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Option Description
For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.
Option Description
Model Species the drive model of the selected device.
Drive Type Species the type of drive attached to the SATA port.
Capacity Species the total capacity of the hard drive. This eld is undened 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 eld to Auto
to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn o BIOS support.
For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.
Option Description
Model Species the drive model of the selected device.
Drive Type Species the type of drive attached to the SATA port.
Capacity Species the total capacity of the hard drive. This eld is undened 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 eld to Auto
to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn o BIOS support.
For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.
Option Description
Model Species the drive model of the selected device.
Drive Type Species the type of drive attached to the SATA port.
Capacity Species the total capacity of the hard drive. This eld is undened 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 eld to Auto
to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn o BIOS support.
For AHCI or RAID mode, BIOS support is always enabled.
Option Description
Model Species the drive model of the selected device.
Drive Type Species the type of drive attached to the SATA port.
Capacity Species the total capacity of the hard drive. This eld is undened for removable
media devices such as optical drives.
Related links
SATA Settings
Viewing SATA Settings
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Integrated Devices
You can use the Integrated Devices screen to view and congure the settings of all integrated devices including the video controller,
integrated RAID controller, and the USB ports.
Related links
Integrated Devices details
System BIOS
Viewing Integrated Devices
Viewing Integrated Devices
To view the Integrated Devices screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Integrated Devices.
Related links
Integrated Devices
Integrated Devices details
Integrated Devices details
The Integrated Devices screen details are explained as follows:
Option 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 enabled 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 O disables all USB ports. The USB keyboard and mouse operate 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 O disables the USB management port and
also restricts access to iDRAC features.
Internal USB Port Enables or disables the internal USB port. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Integrated RAID
Controller
Enables or disables the integrated RAID controller. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Integrated Network
Card 1
Enables or disables the integrated network card.
Embedded NIC1
and NIC2 NOTE: The Embedded NIC1 and NIC2 options are only available on systems that do not have
Integrated Network Card 1.
Enables or disables the Embedded NIC1 and NIC2 options. If set to Disabled, the NIC may still be available
for shared network access by the embedded management controller. The embedded NIC1 and NIC2 options
are only available on systems that do not have Network Daughter Cards (NDCs). The Embedded NIC1 and
NIC2 option is mutually exclusive with the Integrated Network Card 1 option. Congure the Embedded NIC1
and NIC2 option by using the NIC management utilities of the system.
I/OAT DMA Engine Enables or disables the I/OAT option. Enable only if the hardware and software support the feature.
Embedded Video
Controller
Enables or disables the Embedded Video Controller option. This option is set to Enabled by default.
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Option Description
Current State of
Embedded Video
Controller
Displays the current state of the embedded video controller. The Current State of Embedded Video
Controller option is a read-only eld. 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 set to Disabled.
SR-IOV Global
Enable
Enables or disables the BIOS conguration of Single Root I/O Virtualization (SR-IOV) devices. This option is
set to Disabled by default.
OS Watchdog
Timer
If your system stops responding, this watchdog timer aids in the recovery of your operating system. When
this option is set to Enabled, the operating system initializes the timer. When this option is set to Disabled
(the default), the timer does not have any eect on the system.
Memory Mapped
I/O above 4 GB
Enables or disables the support for PCIe devices that need large amounts of memory. This option is set to
Enabled by default.
Slot Disablement Enables or disables the available PCIe slots on your system. The slot disablement feature controls the
conguration of PCIe cards installed in the specied slot. Slots must be disabled only when the installed
peripheral card prevents booting into the operating system or causes delays in system startup. If the slot is
disabled, both the Option ROM and UEFI drivers are disabled.
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Integrated Devices
Viewing Integrated Devices
Serial Communication
You can use the Serial Communication screen to view the properties of the serial communication port.
Related links
Serial Communication details
System BIOS
Viewing Serial Communication
Viewing Serial Communication
To view the Serial Communication screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Serial Communication.
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Serial Communication
Serial Communication details
Serial Communication details
The Serial Communication screen details are explained as follows:
Option 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 specied. This option is set to Auto by default.
Serial Port Address Enables you to set the port address for serial devices. This option is set to Serial Device 1=COM2, Serial
Device 2=COM1 by default.
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Option Description
NOTE: You can use only Serial Device 2 for the Serial Over LAN (SOL) feature. To use console
redirection by SOL, congure 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. 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 option.
NOTE: Only Serial Device 2 can be used for Serial Over LAN (SOL). To use console redirection by
SOL, congure 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. 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 Species 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.
This option is set to 115200 by default.
Remote Terminal
Type
Sets the remote console terminal type. This option is set to VT 100/VT 220 by default.
Redirection After
Boot
Enables or disables the BIOS console redirection when the operating system is loaded. This option is set to
Enabled by default.
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Serial Communication
Viewing Serial Communication
System Prole Settings
You can use the System Prole Settings screen to enable specic system performance settings such as power management.
Related links
System Prole Settings details
System BIOS
Viewing System Prole Settings
Viewing System Prole Settings
To view the System Prole Settings screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click System Prole Settings.
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System Prole Settings
System Prole Settings details
System Prole Settings details
The System Prole Settings screen details are explained as follows:
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Option Description
System Prole Sets the system prole. If you set the System Prole 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. This option is set to Performance Per Watt Optimized (DAPC) by default. DAPC is Dell Active
Power Controller.
NOTE: All the parameters on the system prole setting screen are available only when the System
Prole option is set to Custom.
CPU Power
Management
Sets the CPU power management. This option is set to System DBPM (DAPC) by default. DBPM is
Demand-Based Power Management.
Memory Frequency Sets the speed of the system memory. You can select Maximum Performance, Maximum Reliability, or a
specic speed.
Turbo Boost Enables or disables the processor to operate in the turbo boost mode. This option is set to Enabled by
default.
Energy Ecient
Turbo
Enables or disables the Energy Ecient Turbo option.
Energy Ecient Turbo (EET) is a mode of operation where a processor’s core frequency is adjusted to be
within the turbo range based on workload.
C1E Enables or disables the processor to switch to a minimum performance state when it is idle. This option is
set to Enabled by default.
C States Enables or disables the processor to operate in all available power states. This option is set to Enabled by
default.
Collaborative CPU
Performance
Control
Enables or disables the CPU power management option. When set to Enabled, the CPU power
management is controlled by the OS DBPM and the System DBPM (DAPC). This option is set to Disabled
by default.
Memory Patrol
Scrub
Sets the memory patrol scrub frequency. This option is set to Standard by default.
Memory Refresh
Rate
Sets the memory refresh rate to either 1x or 2x. This option is set to 1x by default.
Uncore Frequency Enables you to select the Processor Uncore Frequency option.
Dynamic mode enables 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
inuenced by the setting of the Energy Eciency Policy option.
Energy Ecient
Policy
Enables you to select the Energy Ecient Policy option.
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
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. The maximum number of cores is enabled
by default.
Monitor/Mwait Enables the Monitor/Mwait instructions in the processor. This option is set to Enabled for all system proles,
except Custom by default.
NOTE: This option can be disabled only if the C States option in the Custom mode is set to
disabled.
NOTE: When C States is set to Enabled in the Custom mode, changing the Monitor/Mwait setting
does not impact the system power or performance.
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Related links
System Prole Settings
Viewing System Prole Settings
Miscellaneous Settings
You can use the Miscellaneous Settings screen to perform specic functions such as updating the asset tag and changing the
system date and time.
Related links
Miscellaneous Settings details
System BIOS
Viewing Miscellaneous Settings
Viewing Miscellaneous Settings
To view the Miscellaneous Settings screen, perform the following steps:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to nish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Miscellaneous Settings.
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Miscellaneous Settings
Miscellaneous Settings details
Miscellaneous Settings details
The Miscellaneous Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option 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 Species 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. This option is set to
On by default.
NOTE: This option does not apply to 84-key keyboards.
F1/F2 Prompt on
Error
Enables or disables the F1/F2 prompt on error. This option is set to Enabled by default. 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 eld is available only for UEFI boot mode. You cannot set the option to Enabled if UEFI Secure Boot
mode is enabled.
In-System
Characterization
Enables or disables In-System Characterization. This option is set to Disabled by default. 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.
When enabled, In-System Characterization (ISC) executes during POST upon detecting relevant change(s)
in system conguration to optimize system power and performance. ISC takes about 20 seconds to execute,
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Option Description
and system reset is needed 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.
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Miscellaneous Settings
Viewing Miscellaneous Settings
iDRAC Settings utility
The iDRAC settings utility is an interface to set up and congure the iDRAC parameters by using UEFI. You can enable or disable
various iDRAC parameters by using the iDRAC settings utility.
NOTE: Accessing some of the features on the iDRAC settings utility needs the iDRAC Enterprise License upgrade.
For more information about using iDRAC, see Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
Related links
Device Settings
System BIOS
Entering the iDRAC Settings utility
Changing the thermal settings
Entering the iDRAC Settings utility
1. Turn on or restart the managed system.
2. Press F2 during Power-on Self-test (POST).
3. On the System Setup Main Menu page, click iDRAC Settings.
The iDRAC Settings screen is displayed.
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iDRAC Settings utility
Changing the thermal settings
The iDRAC settings utility enables you to select and customize the thermal control settings for your system.
1. Click iDRAC Settings → Thermal.
2. Under SYSTEM THERMAL PROFILE → Thermal Prole, select one of the following options:
• Default Thermal Prole Settings
• Maximum Performance (Performance Optimized)
• Minimum Power (Performance per Watt Optimized)
3. Under USER COOLING OPTIONS, set the Fan Speed Oset, Minimum Fan Speed, and Custom Minimum Fan Speed.
4. Click Back → Finish → Yes.
Related links
iDRAC Settings utility
Device Settings
Device Settings enables you to congure device parameters.
Related links
System BIOS
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Dell Lifecycle Controller
Dell Lifecycle Controller (LC) provides advanced embedded systems management capabilities including system deployment,
conguration, update, maintenance, and diagnosis. LC is delivered as part of the iDRAC out-of-band solution and Dell system
embedded Unied Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) applications.
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Embedded system management
Embedded system management
The Dell Lifecycle Controller provides advanced embedded systems management throughout the system’s lifecycle. The Dell
Lifecycle Controller can be started during the boot sequence and can function independently of the operating system.
NOTE: Certain platform congurations may not support the full set of features provided by the Dell Lifecycle Controller.
For more information about setting up the Dell Lifecycle Controller, conguring hardware and rmware, and deploying the operating
system, see the Dell Lifecycle Controller documentation at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
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Dell Lifecycle Controller
Boot Manager
The Boot Manager screen enables you to select boot options and diagnostic utilities.
Related links
Boot Manager main menu
System BIOS
Viewing Boot Manager
Viewing Boot Manager
To enter Boot Manager:
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
2. Press F11 when you see the following message:
F11 = Boot Manager
If your operating system begins to load before you press F11, allow the system to complete the booting, and then restart your
system and try again.
Related links
Boot Manager
Boot Manager main menu
Boot Manager main menu
Menu item Description
Continue Normal
Boot
The system attempts to boot to devices starting with the rst 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
Enables you to access boot menu, where you can select a one-time boot device to boot from.
Launch System
Setup
Enables you to access System Setup.
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Menu item Description
Launch Lifecycle
Controller
Exits the Boot Manager and invokes the Dell Lifecycle Controller program.
System Utilities Enables you to launch System Utilities menu such as System Diagnostics and UEFI shell.
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Boot Manager
Viewing Boot Manager
One-shot BIOS boot menu
One-shot BIOS boot menu enables you to select a one-shot boot device to boot from the following options:
• Launch Diagnostics
• BIOS Update File Explorer
• Reboot System
Related links
Boot Manager
System Utilities
System Utilities contains the following utilities that can be launched:
• Launch Diagnostics
• BIOS Update File Explorer
• Reboot System
Related links
Boot Manager
PXE boot
The Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) is an industry standard client or interface that allows networked computers that are not
yet loaded with an operating system to be congured and booted remotely by an administrator.
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7
Installing and removing system components
This section provides information about installing and removing the system components.
Safety instructions
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that came with the product.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to convert your system into a rack unless authorized by Dell. Only customers certied by Dell
for tower to rack conversion can convert a tower system into a rack system.
NOTE: For specic caution statements and procedures, see the rack installation documentation for your system at
Dell.com/poweredgemanuals. For complete safety and regulatory information, see the safety instructions that shipped
with your system.
Observe the following precautions for stability and safety of the system in rack mode:
• Before installing your equipment in a rack, install the front and side rack stabilizers. Failure to install the stabilizers can cause the
rack to tip over.
• Always load from bottom up, and load the heaviest items rst.
• Do not overload the AC power supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack.
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. Lay the system on its side.
6. Remove the system cover.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing the system cover
Removing the optional front bezel
After working inside your system
Prerequisites
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
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Steps
1. Install the system cover.
2. Place the system upright on its feet on a at, stable surface.
3. If applicable, install the system into the rack.
For more information, see the Rack Installation placemat at Dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
4. If removed, install the optional front bezel.
5. Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet.
6. Turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
Related links
Installing the system cover
Installing the optional front bezel
Recommended tools
You need the following tools to perform the removal and installation procedures:
• Key to the bezel lock. This is needed only if your system includes a bezel.
• Phillips #2 screwdriver
• Wrist grounding strap
You need the following tools to assemble the cables for a DC power supply unit.
• AMP 90871-1 hand-crimping tool or equivalent
• Tyco Electronics 58433-3 or equivalent
• Wire-stripper pliers to remove 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)
The front bezel is attached to the front side of the server 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
1. Unlock the bezel by using the bezel keys.
NOTE: There are two bezel keys attached to the back of the bezel.
2. Press the release latch at the top of the bezel.
3. Pull the top end of the bezel away from the system.
4. Remove the bezel by unhooking the bezel tabs from the slots at the bottom of the system.
5. Unhook the bezel tabs from the slots at the bottom of the system board, and pull the bezel away from the system.
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Figure 15. Removing the front bezel
1. bezel key 2. bezel
3. release latch 4. system
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Installing the optional front bezel
Installing the optional front bezel
1. Locate and remove the bezel keys.
NOTE: There are two bezel keys attached to the back of the bezel.
2. Insert the bezel tabs into the bezel tab slots in the chassis.
3. Press the release latch, and push the bezel toward the system until the bezel locks into place.
4. Lock the bezel by using the key.
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Figure 16. Installing the front bezel
1. bezel key 2. bezel
3. system
Related links
Removing the optional front bezel
System feet
The system feet provide stability to the system in the tower mode.
Removing the system feet
Prerequisites
NOTE: It is recommended that you remove the system feet only when you are converting the system from the tower
mode to the rack mode, or when you are replacing the system feet with the wheel assembly.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Rotate the system feet inward.
4. Place the system on its side on a at, stable surface.
Steps
Remove the screws that secure the system feet to the base of the tower.
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Figure 17. Removing and installing the system feet
1. tab slot (12) 2. screw hole (4)
3. tab (12) 4. base of the tower
5. system feet (4) 6. screw (4)
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing the system feet
Installing the system feet
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Installing the feet on a stand-alone tower system is necessary to provide a stable foundation for the system.
Failure to install the feet poses the risk of having the system tip over, possibly causing bodily injury or damage to the
system.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Place the system on its side on a at, stable surface.
Steps
1. Align the three tabs on the system feet with the three slots on the base of the chassis.
2. Secure the system feet to the base of the chassis by using the screws.
Next steps
Place the system upright on a at, stable surface, and turn the system feet outward.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing the system feet
Caster wheels (optional)—tower mode
Caster wheels provide mobility to the system in the tower mode.
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The caster wheel assembly consists of:
• Caster wheel units (front and back)
• Two screws for the caster wheel units
Removing caster wheels
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Place the system on a at, stable surface with the wheels extending beyond the edge of the surface.
Steps
1. Remove the screw that secures the front wheel unit to the base of the chassis.
2. Oset the front wheel unit slightly to the back of the system to release the retention hooks, and pull out the front wheel unit.
3. Remove the screw that secures the back wheel unit to the base of the chassis.
4. Oset the back wheel unit slightly to the front of the system to release the retention hooks, and pull out the back wheel unit.
Figure 18. Removing caster wheels
1. slots on base of the tower (4) 2. wheel assembly unit (2)
3. screw (2) 4. screw for support unit (2)
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5. support unit
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing caster wheels
Installing caster wheels
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Place the system on its side on a at, stable surface with the base of the system extending o the edge of the surface.
4. If installed, remove the system feet. For more information, see the Removing system feet section.
Steps
1. Align the two retention hooks on the back wheel unit with the two slots on the base of the chassis, and insert the hooks into
the slots.
2. Oset the back wheel slightly to the back of the system and secure the unit in place by using a single screw.
3. Align the two retention hooks on the front wheel with the two slots on the base of the chassis, and insert the hooks into the
slots.
4. Oset the front wheel slightly to the front and secure the unit in place by using a screw.
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Figure 19. Installing caster wheels
1. slots on base of the tower (4) 2. wheel assembly unit (2)
3. screw (2) 4. screw for support unit (2)
5. support unit
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing the system feet
Removing caster wheels
System cover
The system cover protects the components inside the system and helps in maintaining air ow inside the system. Removing the
system cover actuates the intrusion switch which aids in maintaining system security.
Removing the system cover
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Turn o the system and any attached peripherals.
3. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals.
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4. If installed, remove the front bezel.
5. Place the system on a at, stable surface.
Steps
1. Turn the latch release lock to the unlocked position.
2. Press the cover release latch and remove the system cover.
Figure 20. Removing the system cover
1. system 2. system cover
3. cover release latch 4. cover release latch lock
Next steps
1. Install the system cover.
2. Place the system upright on its feet on a at and stable surface.
3. Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet.
4. Turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing the system cover
Installing the system cover
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. 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. Press the cover release latch, and push the cover toward the chassis until the latch locks into place.
3. Rotate the latch release lock clockwise to the locked position.
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Figure 21. Installing the system cover
1. system 2. system cover
3. cover release latch 4. cover release latch lock
Next steps
1. Place the system upright on its feet on a at and stable surface.
2. If removed, install the bezel.
3. Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet.
4. Turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing the system cover
Inside the system
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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Figure 22. Inside the system
1. cooling fan in the cooling fan assembly (optional) 2. expansion card holder
3. guide to align the cooling shroud 4. DIMM slots (6)
5. processor 2 6. system-board holder
7. expansion card holder 8. DIMM slots (6)
9. cooling fan in the cooling shroud (2) 10. DIMM slots (6)
11. expansion card holder 12. processor 1
13. DIMM slots (6) 14. expansion card holder
15. hard-drive backplane
Cooling shroud
The cooling shroud has aerodynamically placed openings that direct 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
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your 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.
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 required, remove the two cooling fans. For more information, see the Removing a cooling fan section.
Steps
Pull the cooling shroud release tab, and holding the touch points at the center of the cooling shroud, lift the shroud from the
system.
Figure 23. Removing the cooling shroud
1. touch point (2) 2. cooling shroud release tab
Next steps
1. Install the cooling shroud.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing the cooling shroud
Before working inside your system
Removing the optional cooling fan assembly
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Installing the cooling shroud
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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.
2. Lower the cooling shroud into the chassis until it is rmly seated.
3. If removed, install the cooling fans in the cooling shroud.
Figure 24. Installing the cooling shroud
1. touch point (2) 2. cooling shroud release tab
Next steps
1. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing the cooling shroud
Before working inside your system
Cooling fans
There are two cooling fans on the cooling shroud and an optional cooling fan assembly that houses four cooling fans on your system.
NOTE: Each fan is listed in the system’s 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.
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Removing a cooling fan
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.
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 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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your 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 ve minutes.
NOTE: The procedure for removing an individual fan from the cooling-fan assembly and the cooling shroud is identical.
Steps
Press the fan release tab and lift the cooling fan out of the cooling-fan assembly.
Figure 25. Removing a cooling fan from the cooling-fan assembly
1. cooling-fan assembly 2. fan release tab
3. cooling fan
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Before working inside your system
Installing a cooling fan
After working inside your system
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Installing a cooling fan
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: The procedure for installing an individual fan in the cooling-fan assembly and the cooling shroud is identical.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
Steps
1. Align the cooling fan connector with the connector on the system board.
2. Slide the cooling fan into the securing slot until the tab locks into place.
Figure 26. Installing a cooling fan into the cooling-fan assembly
Next steps
1. cooling-fan assembly
2. fan release tab
3. cooling fan
4. cooling fan connector on the system board
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Cooling-fan assembly (optional)
The cooling fan assembly is an essential part of a server’s cooling system. It ensures that the key components of the server such as
the processors, hard drives, and memory get adequate air circulation to keep them cool. A failure in the server’s cooling system can
result in the server overheating and may lead to damage.
Removing the optional cooling fan assembly
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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. Unlock the cooling fan assembly from the chassis by lifting the release levers up.
2. Lift the cooling fan assembly out of the chassis.
Figure 27. Removing the cooling fan assembly
1. cooling fan assembly 2. cooling fan (4)
3. release lever (2)
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Installing the optional cooling fan assembly
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Installing the optional cooling fan assembly
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: Ensure that the cables are correctly installed and retained by cable retention bracket before installing the
cooling-fan assembly. Incorrectly installed cables may get damaged.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
Steps
1. Align the slots on the cooling fan assembly with the guide pins on the chassis side walls.
2. Slide the cooling fan assembly into the chassis.
3. Lock the cooling fan assembly into the chassis by pressing the release levers down.
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Figure 28. Installing the cooling fan assembly
1. cooling-fan assembly 2. cooling fan (4)
3. release lever (2) 4. slot (6)
5. guide pin (6)
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After working inside your system
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System memory
The system supports DDR4 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs) and load reduced DIMMs (LRDIMMs). System memory holds the
instructions that are executed by the processor.
NOTE: MT/s indicates DIMM speed in MegaTransfers per second.
Memory bus operating frequency can be 1866 MT/s, 2133 MT/s, or 2400 MT/s depending on the following factors:
• DIMM type (RDIMM or LRDIMM)
• Number of DIMMs populated per channel
• System prole selected (for example, Performance Optimized, Custom, or Dense Conguration Optimized)
• Maximum supported DIMM frequency of the processors
Your system contains 24 memory sockets split into two sets of 12 sockets, one set per processor. Each 12-socket set is organized
into four channels. In each channel, the release tabs of the rst socket are marked white, the second socket black, and the third
socket green.
Figure 29. Memory socket locations
Memory channels are organized as follows:
Table 28. Memory channels
Processor Channel 0 Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3
Processor 1 Slots A1, A5, and A9 Slots A2, A6, and A10 Slots A3, A7, and A11 Slots A4, A8, and A12
Processor
2
Slots B1, B5, and B9 Slots B2, B6, and B10 Slots B3, B7, and B11 Slots B4, B8, and B12
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The following table shows the memory populations and operating frequencies for the supported congurations:
Table 29. Memory population
DIMM Type DIMMs Populated/
Channel Voltage Operating Frequency (in
MT/s)
Maximum DIMM Rank/
Channel
RDIMM 1
1.2 V
2400, 2133, 1866 Dual rank or single rank
2 2400, 2133, 1866 Dual rank or single rank
3 1866 Dual rank or single rank
LRDIMM 1
1.2 V
2400, 2133, 1866 Quad rank
2 2400, 2133, 1866 Quad rank
3 2133, 1866 Quad rank
General memory module installation guidelines
NOTE: Memory congurations that fail to observe these guidelines can prevent your system from booting, stop
responding during memory conguration, or operating with reduced memory.
The 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:
• RDIMMs and LRDIMMs must not be mixed.
• x4 and x8 DRAM based memory modules can be mixed. For more information, see the Mode-specic guidelines section.
• 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.
• If memory modules with dierent speeds are installed, they will operate at the speed of the slowest installed memory module(s)
or slower depending on system DIMM conguration.
• 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 the sockets with white release tabs rst, followed by the black release tabs, and then the green release tabs.
• 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 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 conguration, the memory conguration 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 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 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.
Mode-specic guidelines
Four memory channels are allocated to each processor. The allowable congurations depend on the memory mode selected.
Advanced Error Correction Code (lockstep)
Advanced Error Correction Code (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.
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• 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.
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.
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 conguration with sixteen 4 GB single-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 oer protection against a multi-bit uncorrectable error.
NOTE: Both Advanced ECC/Lockstep and Optimizer modes support memory sparing.
Memory mirroring
Memory mirroring oers the strongest memory module reliability mode compared to all other modes, providing improved
uncorrectable multi-bit failure protection. In a mirrored conguration, the total available system memory is one half of the total
installed physical memory. Half of the installed memory is used to mirror the active 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.
Table 30. Processor conguration
Processor Conguration Memory population rules Memory population information
Single CPU Memory population order {1,2}, {3,4} See Memory mirroring note
Sample memory congurations
The following tables show sample memory congurations for one and two processor congurations that follow the appropriate
memory guidelines.
NOTE: 1R, 2R, and 4R in the following tables indicate single, dual, and quad-rank DIMMs respectively.
Table 31. Memory congurations—single processor
System
capacity (in
GB)
DIMM size
(in GB)
Number of
DIMMs
DIMM rank, organization, and frequency DIMM slot population
4 4 1 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1
8 4 2 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2
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System
capacity (in
GB)
DIMM size
(in GB)
Number of
DIMMs
DIMM rank, organization, and frequency DIMM slot population
16 4 4 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4
8 2 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2
24 4 6 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6
48 4 12 1R, x8, 1866 MT/s A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11,
A12
8 6 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6
96 8 12 1R, x8, 1866 MT/s A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11,
A12
16 6 2R, x8, 2400 MT/s
2R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6
128 16 8 2R, x8, 2400 MT/s
2R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8
144 8 10 1R, x8, 1866 MT/s A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A11*
16 10 2R, x8, 1866 MT/s A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A11*
256 32 8 2R, x4, 2400 MT/s
2R, x4, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8
384 32 12 2R, x4, 1866 MT/s A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11,
A12
512 64 8 4R, x4, 2133 MT/s
4R, x4, 2400 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8
768 64 12 4R, x4, 1866 MT/s
4R, x4, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11,
A12
* 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.
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Table 32. Memory congurations—two processors
System
capacity (in
GB)
DIMM size
(in GB)
Number of
DIMMs
DIMM rank, organization, and frequency DIMM slot population
16 4 4 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, B1, B2
32 4 8 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4
64 4 16 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3,
B4, B5, B6, B7, B8
8 8 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4
96 4 24 1R, x8, 1866 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
8 12 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5,
B6
128 8 16 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3,
B4, B5, B6, B7, B8
16 8 2R, x8, 2400 MT/s
2R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4
160 8 20 1R, x8, 1866 MT/s A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A11, B1,
B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B11
8 12 1R, x8, 2400 MT/s
1R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5,
B6 *
16 12 2R, x8, 2400 MT/s
2R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5,
B6 *
192 8 24 1R, x8, 1866 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
16 12 2R, x8, 2400 MT/s
2R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5,
B6
256 16 16 2R, x8, 2400 MT/s
2R, x8, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3,
B4, B5, B6, B7, B8
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System
capacity (in
GB)
DIMM size
(in GB)
Number of
DIMMs
DIMM rank, organization, and frequency DIMM slot population
384 16 24 2R, x8, 1866 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
32 12 2R, x4, 2400 MT/s
2R, x4, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5,
B6
512 32 16 2R, x4, 2400 MT/s
2R, x4, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3,
B4, B5, B6, B7, B8
64 8 4R, x4, 2400 MT/s
4R, x4, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3,
B4, B5, B6, B7, B8
768 32 24 2R, x4, 1866 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
64 16 4R, x4, 2400 MT/s
4R, x4, 2133 MT/s
A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11,
A12, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6
1024 64 16 4R, x4, 2133 MT/s A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, A11,
A12, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6
1536 64 24 4R, x4, 1866 MT/s
4R, x4, 2133 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
* 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.
Removing memory modules
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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 assembly. For more information, see the Removing the cooling-fan assembly section.
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.
2. To release the memory module from the socket, simultaneously press the ejectors on both ends of the memory module socket.
3. Lift and remove the memory module from the system.
Figure 30. Removing the memory module
1. memory module 2. memory module socket
3. memory module socket ejector (2)
Next steps
1. If you are removing the memory module permanently, install a memory-module blank.
2. Install the memory module.
3. Install the cooling shroud.
4. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Removing the optional cooling fan assembly
Installing memory modules
Installing memory modules
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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. Removing the cooling fan assembly.
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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.
Steps
1. Locate the appropriate 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.
2. 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.
CAUTION: Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module; apply pressure at both ends of the memory
module evenly.
NOTE: The memory module socket has an alignment key that enables you to install the memory module in the
socket in only one orientation.
3. 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 31. Installing the memory module
1. memory module 2. alignment key
3. memory module socket ejector (2)
Next steps
1. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
2. Press F2 to enter System Setup, and check the System Memory setting.
The system should have already changed the value to reect the installed memory.
3. If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Ensure that the memory module is
rmly seated in the memory module socket.
4. Run the system memory test in system diagnostics.
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Removing memory modules
Removing the optional cooling fan assembly
Flex bays
Your system's ex bay supports sixteen 2.5 inch hard drives or four Dell PowerEdge Express Flash devices.
Removing a ex bay
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Remove the cables.
a. For a 2.5 inch drive ex bay, remove the cables from the slim optical-drive and the backplane.
b. For a Dell PowerEdge Express Flash device ex bay, remove the cables from the backplane.
2. Remove the two screws that secure the ex bay to the chassis.
3. Press the release latch and pull the ex bay away from the chassis.
Figure 32. Removing a ex bay
1. ex bay 2. tab (3)
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3. screw hole (2) 4. release latch
5. screw (2)
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Installing a ex bay
Installing a ex bay
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Align the tabs on the ex bay with the slots on the front of the chassis.
2. Insert the ex bay into the chassis until the tabs click into place.
3. Install the two screws to secure the ex bay to the chassis.
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Figure 33. Installing a ex bay
1. ex bay 2. tab (3)
3. screw hole (2) 4. release latch
5. screw (2)
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After working inside your system
Removing a ex bay
Hard drives
Your system supports entry hard drives and enterprise-class hard drives. Entry hard drives are designed for 5x8 operating
environment with less workload rating to drives and enterprise-class drives are designed for 24x7 operating environment. Selecting
the correct drive class will enable the critical areas of quality, functionality, performance, and reliability to be optimized for the target
implementation.
NOTE: Do not mix enterprise-class hard drives with entry hard drives.
Choosing the right drive type depends on the usage pattern. Improper use of entry hard drives (workload rating exceeds 55TB/year)
will lead to signicant risk and increase the drives failure rate.
For more information on these hard drives, see the 512e and 4Kn Disk Formats whitepaper and 4K Sector HDD FAQ document at
Dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
All hard drives are connected to the system board through the hard drive backplane. 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 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 restart your system while the hard drive is being formatted. Doing so can cause a hard drive
failure.
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 complete. Be aware that high-capacity hard drives can
take a long time to format.
Removing a hot swappable hard drive or SSD
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that came with the product.
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, remove the bezel.
4. Using the management software, prepare the hard drive for removal. If the hard drive is online, the green activity or fault
indicator ashes while the drive is turning o. When the hard drive indicators are o, 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 or SSD carrier release handle.
2. Slide the hard drive carrier or SSD out of the hard drive slot.
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CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard drive or SSD slots must have hard drive or SSD blanks
installed.
3. If you are not replacing the hard drive or SSD immediately, insert a hard drive or SSD blank in the empty hard drive slot.
Figure 34. Removing a hot swappable hard drive or SSD
1. release button 2. hard drive or SSD carrier
3. hard drive or SSD carrier handle
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Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Removing the optional front bezel
Installing a hot swappable hard drive
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions section.
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 the Installing a hot swappable hard drive into a hot
swappable hard drive carrier section.
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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.
Figure 35. Installing a hot swappable hard drive
1. release button 2. hard drive or SSD carrier
3. hard drive or SSD carrier handle
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Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive blank
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certied service technician. 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. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
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 36. Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive blank
1. hard drive blank 2. release button
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing a 2.5-inch hard drive blank
Installing a 2.5-inch hard drive blank
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
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.
Figure 37. Installing a 2.5-inch hard drive blank
1. hard drive blank
Next steps
If removed, install the front bezel.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive blank
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Removing a 3.5-inch hard drive blank
Prerequisites
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 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. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. If installed, remove the front bezel.
Steps
Press the release button and slide the blank out of the hard drive slot.
Figure 38. Removing a 3.5 inch hard drive blank
1. hard drive blank 2. release button
Next steps
If applicable, install the front bezel.
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing the optional front bezel
Installing a 3.5-inch hard drive blank
Safety instructions
Installing a 3.5-inch hard drive blank
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
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.
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Figure 39. Installing a 3.5 inch hard drive blank
1. hard drive blank
Next steps
If applicable, install the front bezel.
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing a hot swappable 2.5-inch hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.
Steps
1. Align the screw holes on the 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive with the screw holes on the 3.5-inch hard drive adapter.
2. Install the screws to secure the hot swappable hard drive to the 3.5-inch hard drive adapter.
Figure 40. Installing a 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter
1. 3.5-inch hard drive adapter 2. screw (2)
3. 2.5-inch hard drive
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Next steps
Install the 3.5-inch adapter into the 3.5-inch hard drive carrier.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing a 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive from a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter
Removing a 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive from a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that came with the product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Remove the 3.5-inch hard drive adapter from the 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive carrier.
NOTE: A 2.5- inch hot swappable hard drive is installed in a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter, which is then installed in the 3.5-
inch hot swappable hard drive carrier.
Steps
1. Remove the screws from the side of the 3.5-inch hard drive adapter.
2. Remove the hot swappable hard drive from the 3.5-inch hard drive adapter.
Figure 41. Removing a 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter
1. 3.5-inch hard drive adapter 2. screw (2)
3. 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing a hot swappable 2.5-inch hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter
Installing a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter into a hot swap hard drive carrier
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Install the 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive into the hot swappable hard drive adapter.
Steps
1. Insert the 3.5 inch hard drive adapter into the hot swappable hard drive carrier with the connector end of the hard drive toward
the back of the hot swappable hard drive carrier.
2. Align the screw holes on the hard drive with the holes on the hot swappable hard drive carrier.
3. Install the screws to secure the hot swappable hard drive to the hot swappable hard drive carrier.
Figure 42. Installing a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter into a hot swappable hard drive carrier
1. 3.5-inch hard drive carrier 2. screw (5)
3. hard-drive adapter 4. 2.5-inch hard drive
Next steps
Install the hot swappable hard drive carrier into the system.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive adapter from a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive carrier
Removing a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive adapter from a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard
drive carrier
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Remove the 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive carrier from the system.
4. Remove the screws from the rails on the hot swappable hard drive carrier.
5. Lift the 3.5-inch hard drive adapter out of the 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive carrier
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Figure 43. Removing a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive adapter from a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive carrier
1. 3.5 inch hard-drive carrier 2. screw (5)
3. hard drive adapter 4. 2.5-inch hard drive
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter into a hot swap hard drive carrier
Removing a hard drive from a hard drive carrier
Prerequisites
1. Keep the Phillips #1 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 44. Removing a hard drive into a hard drive carrier
1. screw (4) 2. hard drive
3. hard drive carrier
Related links
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Installing a hot swappable hard drive into a hot swappable hard drive carrier
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: Hot swappable hard drives are supplied in hot swappable hard drive carriers that t in the hard drive slots.
1. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
2. Remove the hot swappable hard drive carrier.
Steps
1. Insert the hot swappable 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 ush with the back of the hard drive carrier.
3. Attach the screws to secure the hard drive to the hard drive carrier.
Next steps
Install the hard drive carrier into the system.
Figure 45. Installing a hot swappable hard drive into a hot swappable hard drive carrier
1. screw (4) 2. hard drive
3. hard drive carrier
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Safety instructions
Optical drives and tape drives
Your system supports one of the following congurations:
Table 33. System congurations
System Congurations
Systems with up to eight 3.5 inch hard drives or sixteen 2.5 inch
hard drives
Up to three SATA half height optical drives
Up to three SATA/SAS/SCSI tape drives
A combination of optical and tape drives
Systems with up to eight 3.5 inch hard drives or eight 2.5 inch
hard drives in the 3.5 inch hard-drive carrier, or sixteen 2.5 inch
hard drives and four PCIe SSDs
Up to one SATA half height optical drive
Up to one SATA/SAS/SCSI tape drive
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System Congurations
Systems with up to eighteen 3.5 inch hard drives One optical or tape drive
Systems with up to thirty-two 2.5 inch hard drives One slim optical drive with option to choose from DVD-ROM or
DVD-RW. Tape drives are not supported.
Removing the optical drive or tape drive
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system section.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Disconnect the power and data cable from the back of the drive.
NOTE: Observe the routing of the power and data cable inside the chassis as you remove them from the system
board and the drive. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent them from being
pinched or crimped.
2. To remove the drive, push the release latch as indicated in the gure.
3. Slide the drive out of the drive bay.
4. If you are not immediately replacing the optical drive or tape drive, install the blank.
NOTE: Blanks must be installed on empty optical drive or tape drive slots to maintain 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. Perform the same steps to install blanks.
Figure 46. Removing the optical drive or tape drive
1. optical drive/tape drive 2. guide
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3. release latch
NOTE: The following gure shows the cabling diagram for an optical drive/tape drive with an x16 backplane. All
backplanes (x8, x18, and x16) have an ODD connector.
Figure 47. Cabling— optical drive and tape drive
1. ODD1/TBU connector on system board 2. ODD2/TBU connector on system board
3. mini-SAS/SATA connector on internal tape adapter 4. internal tape adapter
5. system board 6. SAS tape drive
7. optical drive 2 8. optical drive 1
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
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Before working inside your system
Installing the optical drive or tape drive
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Installing the optical drive or tape drive
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system section.
Steps
1. Unpack and prepare the drive for installation.
For instructions, see the documentation that shipped with the drive.
If you are installing a SAS tape drive, you must have an internal tape adapter installed. For more information on installing a SAS
tape drive, see installing an expansion card section.
2. If applicable, remove the old drive or the drive blank.
3. Align the guide on the drive with the slot on drive bay.
4. Slide the drive into the slot until the latch snaps into place.
5. Connect the power and data cable to the back of the drive.
6. Connect the power and data cables to the backplane and the system board.
The system board connectors are ODD1/TBU and ODD2/TBU. The system can connect up to two optical drives, or one optical
drive with one SATA tape backup unit, and one SAS tape backup unit using Dell OpenManage IT Assistant.
NOTE: For systems congured with software RAID and installed with PowerVault RD1000, connect the PowerVault
RD1000 data cable to ODD1/TBU (SATA_E) port and the optical drive data cable to ODD2/TBU (SATA_F) port on
the system board respectively.
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system section.
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Figure 48. Installing the optical drive or tape drive
1. optical drive/tape drive 2. guide
3. release latch
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Installing an expansion card
After working inside your system
Removing the slim optical drive blank
To remove the slim optical drive, follow the same procedure.
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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 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 49. Removing the slim optical drive blank
1. slim optical drive blank 2. optical drive blank lock
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Installing the slim optical drive blank
Installing the slim optical drive blank
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Follow the safety instructions listed in the Safety instructions section.
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 the After working inside your system section.
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Figure 50. Installing the slim optical drive blank
1. slim optical drive blank 2. optical drive blank lock
Related links
Safety instructions
After working inside your system
Removing the slim optical drive blank
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.
To boot from the USB memory key, congure the USB memory key with a boot image and then specify the USB memory key in the
boot sequence in System Setup.
The internal USB port must be enabled in Internal USB Port option in the Integrated Devices screen of System Setup.
NOTE: To locate the internal USB port (INT_USB) on the system board, see the System board jumpers and connectors
section.
Replacing the optional internal USB memory key
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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 USB port or USB memory key on the system board.
To locate the USB port, see the System board jumpers and connectors section.
2. If installed, remove the USB memory key from the USB port.
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Figure 51. Removing the internal USB memory key
1. USB memory key 2. USB port
3. Insert the replacement USB memory key into the USB port.
Figure 52. Installing the internal USB memory key
1. USB memory key 2. USB port
Next steps
1. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
2. While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and verify that the system detects the USB memory key.
Related links
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Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Expansion card holder
Removing the expansion card holder
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.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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Steps
Press the tab and pull the expansion card holder away from the chassis.
Figure 53. Removing the expansion card holder
1. tab 2. expansion card holder
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Installing the expansion card holder
Installing the expansion card holder
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
Steps
Align the expansion card holder with the projections on the chassis and push it down until rmly seated.
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Figure 54. Installing the expansion card holder
1. tab 2. expansion card holder
Related links
Safety instructions
After working inside your system
Removing the expansion card holder
Expansion cards
Expansion card installation guidelines
The following table describes the supported expansion cards:
Table 34. Supported PCI express generation 3 expansion cards
PCIe Slot Processor Connection Height Length Link Width Slot Width
1 (Gen3) Processor 1 Standard Height Full Length x16 x16
2 (Gen2) Platform Controller Hub Standard Height Full Length* x4 x8
3 (Gen3) Processor 1 Standard Height Full Length x16 x16
4 (Gen3) Processor 2 Standard Height Half Length x8 x8
5 (Gen2) Processor 2 Standard Height Full Length* x4 x8
6 (Gen3) Processor 2 Standard Height Full Length x16 x16
7 (Gen3) Processor 2 Standard Height Full Length x16 x16
8 (Internal PERC
Slot)
Processor 1 Standard Height Half Length x8 x8
*PCIe Generation 2 expansion card.
NOTE: To use PCIe slots 4, 5, 6, and 7, both the processors must be installed.
NOTE: The expansion-card slots are not hot-swappable.
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The following table describes the installation order for installing expansion cards to ensure proper cooling and mechanical t. The
expansion cards with the highest priority must be installed rst by using the slot priority indicated.
Table 35. Expansion card installation order
CPU Card Priority Card Type Slot Priority Maximum Allowed
CPU1
1 Dell PowerEdge Express Flash
(PCIe SSD) Bridge
1, 3 1
2 GPU (single width and double
width)
3, 1 2
3 RAID (H330 ) 8, 1, 3 1
RAID (H730) 8 1
RAID (H730P) 8, 1, 3 1
RAID (H830) 3,1 2
4 40 Gb NICs 3, 1 2
5 FC16 HBA 3, 1 2
6 10 Gb NICs 3, 1 2
10 Gb NICs (Intel and Broadcom
Dual Port 10GBASE-T)
1, 3 2
7 FC8 HBA 3, 1, 2 3
9 1 Gb NICs 1, 3, 2 3
1 Gb NIC (Broadcom Quad
Port)
1, 3 2
10 Non-RAID 3, 1 2
CPU2
1 Dell PowerEdge Express Flash
(PCIe SSD) Bridge
1, 3 1
2 GPU (single width and double
width)
3, 6, 7, 1 4
3 RAID (H330 ) 8, 1, 3 1
RAID (H730) 8 1
RAID (H730P) 8, 1, 3 1
RAID (H830) 3, 4, 6, 7, 1 2
4 40 Gb NICs 3, 4, 6, 7, 1 5
5 FC16 HBA 3, 4, 6, 7, 1 5
FC16 HBA (QLE2660 V2 and
QLE2662 V2)
3, 4, 6, 7, 1 2
6 10 Gb NICs 3, 4, 6, 7, 1 5
10 Gb NIC (Emulex Dual Port) 3, 4, 6, 7, 1 2
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CPU Card Priority Card Type Slot Priority Maximum Allowed
NOTE: The slot priority
for Emulex V2 Dual Port
is 3, 4, 6, 7, 1 and the
maximum number of
cards supported is 5.
10 Gb NICs (Intel 10G BASE-T
Dual Port and Broadcom 10G
BASE-T Dual Port)
4, 6, 7, 1, 3 5
7 FC8 HBA 3, 4, 6, 7, 1, 5, 2 7
9 1 Gb NICs 3, 4, 6, 7, 1, 5, 2 7
1 Gb NIC (Broadcom Quad
Port)
4, 7, 1, 3, 6 5
10 Non-RAID 3, 4, 6, 7, 1 5
Removing a 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 holder.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. If installed, disconnect the data cables from the PERC card and/or the power cables from the GPU card.
2. Press the expansion card latch and push down the latch to open it.
3. Hold the expansion card by its edge, and pull the card up to remove it from the expansion card connector and the system.
4. Install the ller brackets by performing the following steps:
a. Align the slot on the ller bracket with the tab on the expansion card slot.
b. Press the expansion card latch till the ller bracket locks into place.
NOTE: Filler brackets must be installed in empty expansion-card slots to maintain 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.
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Figure 55. Removing an expansion card
1. expansion card latch 2. expansion card
3. expansion card connector
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Installing an expansion card
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 holder.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Unpack the expansion card and prepare it for installation.
For instructions, see the documentation accompanying the card.
2. Open the expansion card latch adjacent to the slot you want to install the expansion card.
3. Remove the existing expansion card or ller bracket from the expansion card holder.
NOTE: Store this bracket for future use. Filler brackets must be installed in empty expansion-card slots to maintain
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.
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 rmly into the expansion card connector until the card is fully seated.
6. Close the expansion card latch by pushing the latch up until the latch snaps into place.
7. Connect any cables to the expansion card.
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8. Replace the expansion card holder.
Next steps
1. Install the expansion card holder.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Figure 56. Installing an expansion card
1. expansion card latch 2. expansion card
3. expansion card connector
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
GPU card holder (optional)
Removing the optional GPU card holder
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.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
Press the release tab and pull the GPU card holder out of the chassis.
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Figure 57. Removing the GPU card holder
1. release tab 2. GPU card holder
Next steps
1. Install the cooling shroud.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing the optional GPU card holder
Before working inside your system
Removing the cooling shroud
Installing the optional GPU card holder
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.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
Align the GPU card holder with the slots on the chassis and the guide pin, and push down the GPU card holder until it is rmly
seated.
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Figure 58. Installing the GPU card holder
1. guide pin 2. release tab
3. GPU card holder
Related links
Safety instructions
After working inside your system
Removing the optional GPU card holder
GPU cards (optional)
GPU card installation guidelines
Observe the following guidelines while installing a GPU card:
• Ensure that the GPU enablement kit is ready.
• Ensure that all GPU cards are of the same type or model.
• Each GPU card supports up to 6 GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory.
• A single processor conguration only supports up to two double or single width cards on slots 1 and 3.
• A dual processor conguration supports up to four double or single width cards on slots 1, 3, 6, and 7.
• Both the processors must be installed to use slots 6 and 7.
• Two double-width GPU cards on a single processor conguration and four double width GPU cards on a dual processor
conguration do not support any other add-on cards.
• On a system with four double-width GPU cards, the hard-drive setting must be either onboard SATA controller or S110.
• Four double-width 300 W GPU cards (Intel 3120A or Intel 7120A) on a dual processor conguration or two double-width 300 W
GPU cards (Intel 3120A or Intel 7120A) on a single processor conguration cannot operate at an ambient temperature above
30 °C.
• The 3.5 inch x18 hard-drive system conguration supports two double-width 300 W GPU cards (Intel 3120A or Intel 7120A) on
slots 3 and 6 on dual processor conguration, and one double-width 300 W GPU card (Intel 3120A or Intel 7120A) on slot 3 on
single processor conguration.
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• Two single-width GPU cards on a single processor conguration and four single-width GPU cards on a dual processor
conguration do not support H730, H730P, and H830 PERC cards.
• A system with Express Flash conguration supports a maximum of two GPU cards.
• The GPU cards must be installed:
– On the x16 PCIe Generation 3 interfaces available on slots 1, 3, 6, and 7.
– On systems that support one 5.25-inch removable media storage devices.
– On systems with six fan conguration.
– On systems that have 1100 W and 1600 W power supply.
NOTE: When you have more than two GPU cards on your system, you will need two 1100 W PSUs installed on your
system.
NOTE: For Nvidia Tesla m60A GPGPU support, add another adapter cable to t the M60 Power pins.
Removing an optional GPU 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 cooling shroud.
4. Remove the expansion card holder.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Disconnect the cables from the GPU card.
CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when removing the cables as it can damage the connectors.
2. Open the two expansion card latches by pressing the latch and then pushing the latch toward the rear.
3. Hold the card by its edge, and pull the card up to remove it from the card connector and the system.
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Figure 59. Removing a GPU card
1. expansion card latch (2) 2. GPU card
3. SLI data connector 4. GPU card power connector
5. GPU card power connector 6. x16 connector
Next steps
1. Perform the following steps to install the ller brackets:
a. Align the slot on the ller bracket with the tab on the expansion card slot.
b. Press the expansion card latch till the ller bracket locks into place.
NOTE: Filler brackets must be installed in empty expansion-card slots to maintain 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.
2. Close the two expansion card latches by pushing the latch until the latch snaps into place.
3. Replace the expansion card holder.
4. Install the cooling shroud.
5. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
After working inside your system
Installing the cooling shroud
Installing the expansion card holder
Installing an optional GPU card
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
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2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. Remove the cooling shroud. For more information, see the Removing the cooling shroud section.
4. Remove the expansion card holder. For more information, see the Removing the expansion card holder section.
5. Open the two expansion card latches.
6. Remove the ller brackets. For more information, see the Removing a GPU card section.
NOTE: Store this bracket for future use. Filler brackets must be installed in empty expansion-card slots to maintain
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.
7.
Figure 60. Installing a GPU card
1. expansion card latch (2) 2. GPU card
3. SLI data connector 4. GPU card power connector
5. GPU card power connector 6. x16 connector
Steps
1. Locate the x16 slot on the system board.
2. Insert the GPU card into the slot.
3. Connect the cables to the GPU card.
4. Close the two expansion card latches.
Next steps
1. Install the expansion card holder.
2. Install the cooling shroud.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Related links
After working inside your system
Installing the cooling shroud
Installing the expansion card holder
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing the cooling shroud
Removing an optional GPU card
Removing the expansion card holder
Internal dual SD module (optional)
The Internal Dual SD Module (IDSDM) card provides two SD card slots. This card oers the following features:
• Dual card operation — maintains a mirrored conguration 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 optional internal dual SD module
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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 SD cards.
NOTE: Temporarily label each SD card with its corresponding slot number before removal. Reinstall the SD cards
into the corresponding slots.
Steps
1. Locate the internal dual SD module (IDSDM) on the system board. To locate the internal dual SD module connector, see the
System board connectors section.
2. Holding the pull tab, lift the IDSDM out of the system.
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Figure 61. Removing the internal dual SD module (IDSDM)
1. IDSDM 2. pull tab
3. LED status indicator (2) 4. SD card (2)
5. SD card slot 2 6. SD card slot 1
7. IDSDM connector
The following table describes the IDSDM indicator codes:
Table 36. 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 oine, has failed, or is write
protected.
E Not lit Indicates that the card is missing or is booting.
Next steps
1. Install the IDSDM.
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
Installing the optional internal dual SD module
Installing the optional internal dual SD module
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
NOTE: Temporarily label each SD card with its corresponding slot before removal.
Steps
1. Locate the internal dual SD module (IDSDM) connector on the system board. To locate the internal dual SD module connector,
see the System board connectors section.
2. Align the IDSDM with the connector on the system board.
3. Push the IDSDM until it is rmly seated on the system board.
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Figure 62. Installing the optional internal dual SD module
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
Next steps
1. Install the SD cards.
NOTE: Re-install the SD cards into the same slots based on the labels you had marked on the cards during removal.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
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Internal SD card
Removing an internal SD 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.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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.
NOTE: Temporarily label each SD card with its corresponding slot number before removal. Re-install the SD card(s) into
the corresponding slots.
Steps
Locate the SD card slot on the internal dual SD module and press the card to release it from the slot.
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing the optional internal dual SD module
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Installing an internal SD 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. If installed, remove the cooling shroud.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: To use an SD card with your system, ensure that the Internal SD Card Port is enabled in System Setup.
NOTE: Temporarily label each SD card with its corresponding slot number before removal. Re-install the SD card(s) into
the corresponding slots.
Steps
1. Locate the SD card connector on the internal dual SD module. Orient the SD card appropriately and 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.
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Next steps
1. If removed, replace the cooling shroud.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Processors and heat sinks
Use the following procedure when:
• Removing and installing a heat sink
• 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 heat sink
Prerequisites
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.
WARNING: The heat sink will be hot to touch. Allow the heat sink to cool for some time after powering down the system.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
4. If installed, remove the cooling fan assembly.
5. If installed, remove the full-length PCIe card(s).
6. Remove the cooling shroud.
Steps
1. Loosen one of the screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
Allow some time (approximately 30 seconds) for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.
2. Remove the screw diagonally opposite the screw you rst removed.
3. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.
4. Remove the heat sink.
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Figure 63. Removing a heat sink
1. heat sink 2. retention screws (4)
3. retention screw slots (4) 4. processor socket
Next steps
1. Replace the heat sink(s) and processor(s).
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Installing a heat sink
Removing a processor
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: This is a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU). Removal and installation procedures should be performed only by Dell
certied service technicians.
NOTE: To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty processor socket.
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. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
4. If installed, remove the full-length PCIe card(s).
5. Remove the cooling shroud.
6. Remove the heat sink.
7. 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 le to install the update on your system.
NOTE: You can update the system BIOS by using the Dell Lifecycle Controller.
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CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release lever can spring up
suddenly if not rmly grasped.
WARNING: The processor is hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the processor to
cool before removing it.
Steps
1. Release the open rst socket lever near the unlock icon by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab.
2. Release the close rst socket release lever near the lock icon by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab. Lift
the lever 90 degrees upward.
3. Lower the open rst socket-release lever to lift the processor shield.
4. Hold the tab on the processor shield and lift the processor shield until the open rst 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.
5. Lift the processor out of the socket and leave the open rst 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.
Figure 64. Processor shield
1. close rst socket release lever 2. lock icon
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3. processor 4. open rst socket release lever
5. unlock icon
Figure 65. Removing and installing a processor
1. close rst socket-release lever 2. pin-1 indicator of processor
3. processor 4. slot (4)
5. processor shield 6. open rst socket-release lever
7. socket 8. socket keys (4)
Next steps
1. Replace the processor(s).
2. Install the heat sink.
3. Reinstall the cooling shroud.
4. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Installing a processor
Installing a processor
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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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. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
4. 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 le to install the update on your system.
NOTE: You can also update the system BIOS by using the Dell Lifecycle Controller.
5. If installed, remove the cooling fan assembly.
6. If installed, remove the full-length PCIe card.
7. Remove the cooling shroud.
NOTE: If applicable, close the expansion card latch on the cooling shroud to release the full length card.
8. If connected, disconnect the cables from expansion card (s).
9. If installed, remove the expansion card riser.
WARNING: The heat sink and processor are too hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down.
Allow the heat sink and processor to cool down before handling them.
CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the processor. The heat sink is
necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
NOTE: If you are installing a single processor, it must be installed in socket CPU1.
Steps
1. Unpack the new processor.
NOTE: If the processor has previously been used in a system, remove any remaining thermal grease from the
processor by using a lint-free cloth.
2. Locate the processor socket.
3. If applicable, remove the socket protective cap.
4. Release the open rst socket-release lever near the unlock icon by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab.
5. Similarly, release the close rst socket-release lever near the lock icon by pushing the lever down and out from under the
tab. Lift the lever 90 degrees upward.
6. Hold the tab near the lock symbol on the processor shield and lift it up and out of the way.
CAUTION: Positioning the processor incorrectly can permanently damage the system board or the processor. Be
careful not to bend the pins in the socket.
CAUTION: While removing or reinstalling the processor, wipe your hands of any contaminants. Contaminants on the
processor pins such as thermal grease or oil can damage the processor.
7. Align the processor with the socket keys.
CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it engages easily into
the socket.
8. Align the pin-1 indicator of the processor with the triangle on the system board. .
CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it engages easily into
the socket.
9. Place the processor on the socket such that the slots on the processor align with the socket keys.
10. Close the processor shield.
11. Lower the close rst socket-release lever near the lock icon and push it under the tab to lock it.
12. Similarly, lower the open rst socket-release lever near the unlock icon and push it under the tab to lock it.
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Next steps
NOTE: Ensure that you install the heat sink after you install the processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper
thermal conditions.
1. Install the heat sink.
2. If removed, reinstall the PCIe expansion card riser.
3. If disconnected, reconnect the cables to the expansion card(s).
4. While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and verify that the processor information matches the new system
conguration.
5. Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new processor operates correctly.
Related links
Safety instructions
Removing the cooling shroud
Removing the control panel assembly
Removing a processor
After working inside your system
Installing a heat sink
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
4. If installed, remove the cooling fan assembly.
5. If installed, remove the full-length PCIe card.
6. Install the processor.
Steps
1. If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a clean lint-free cloth.
2. Use the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit to apply the grease in a thin spiral on the top of the processor.
CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and contaminating
the processor socket.
NOTE: The thermal grease syringe is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringe after you use it.
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Figure 66. Applying thermal grease on the top of the processor
1. processor 2. thermal grease
3. thermal grease syringe
3. Place the heat sink onto the processor.
4. Tighten one of the four screws to secure the heat sink to the system board.
5. Tighten the screw diagonally opposite to the rst screw you have tightened.
NOTE: Do not over-tighten the heat sink retention screws when installing the heat sink. To prevent over-tightening,
tighten the retention screw until resistance is felt, and stop after the screw is seated. The screw tension should not
be more than 6 in-lb (6.9 kg-cm).
6. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.
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Figure 67. Installing the heat sink
1. heat sink 2. retention screw (4)
3. retention screw slot (4) 4. processor socket
Next steps
1. If applicable, install the PCIe card.
2. If applicable, install the cooling fan assembly.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
4. While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and verify that the processor information matches the new system
conguration.
5. Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new processor operates correctly.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing the optional cooling fan assembly
Installing a processor
Power supply unit
Your system supports either:
• Two 495 W, 750 W, 1100 W, or 1600 W (Platinum) AC power supply modules or
• Two 750 W (Titanium) AC power supply modules or
• Two 1100 W DC power supply modules
CAUTION: If two power supplies units (PSU) are used, they must be of the same maximum output power.
NOTE: 495 W, 750 W, and 1100 W Platinum power supplies are nominally rated for 100 VAC to 240 VAC input.
750 W Titanium and 1600 W Platinum power supplies are nominally rated for 200 VAC to 240 VAC input.
1100 W DC power supply is nominally rated for –(48-60) VDC input.
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NOTE: When two identical PSUs are installed, power supply redundancy (1+1 – with redundancy or 2+0 – without
redundancy) is congured in system BIOS. In redundant mode, power is supplied to the system equally from both PSUs
when Hot Spare is disabled. When Hot Spare is enabled, one of the PSUs will be put into standby when system utilization
is low in order to maximize eciency.
NOTE: For AC power supplies, use only power supplies with the Extended Power Performance (EPP) label on the back.
Mixing PSUs from previous generations of servers can result in a power supply mismatch condition or failure to turn on.
NOTE: When you have more than two GPU cards on your system, you will need two 1100 W PSUs installed on your
system.
Hot spare feature
Your system supports the hot spare feature that signicantly reduces the power overhead associated with power supply 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 an AC power supply unit
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: The system needs one power supply for normal operation. On power-redundant systems, remove and replace
only one power supply at a time in a system that is powered on.
NOTE: You may have to unlatch and lift the optional cable management arm if it interferes with the power supply unit
(PSU) removal. For information about the cable management arm, see the system’s rack documentation.
Steps
1. Disconnect the power cable from the power source and from the PSU you intend to remove, and then remove the cables from
the strap.
2. Press the release latch and slide the PSU out of the chassis by using the PSU handle.
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Figure 68. Removing an AC PSU
1. release latch 2. PSU cable connector
3. PSU 4. power connector
5. PSU handle
Related links
Installing an AC power supply unit
Installing an AC power supply unit
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: The maximum output power (shown in watts) is listed on the PSU label.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. For systems that support redundant power supply units (PSUs), ensure that both the PSUs are of the same type and have the
same maximum output power
3. If installed, remove the PSU blank.
Steps
1. Slide the new PSU into the chassis until the PSU is fully seated and the release latch snaps into place.
NOTE: If you unlatched the cable management arm, relatch it. For information about the cable management arm,
see the rack documentation of your 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, wait for 15 seconds for the system to recognize the
PSU and determine its status. The power supply redundancy may not occur until discovery is complete. Wait until
the new PSU is discovered and enabled before you remove the other PSU. The PSU status indicator turns green to
signify that the PSU is functioning properly.
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Figure 69. Installing an AC PSU
1. release latch 2. PSU cable connector
3. PSU 4. power connector
5. PSU handle
Related links
Removing an AC power supply unit
Wiring instructions for a DC power supply unit
Your system supports up to two –(48–60) V DC power supply units (when available).
WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supply units (PSUs), a qualied electrician must perform all
connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself.
All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the
product.
CAUTION: Wire the unit with copper only, unless otherwise specied, use only 10 American Wire Gauge (AWG) wire
rated minimum 90 ºC for source and return. Protect the –(48–60) V DC (1 wire) with a branch circuit over-current
protection rated 50 A for DC with a high interrupt current rating.
CAUTION: Connect the equipment to a –(48–60) V DC supply source that is electrically isolated from the AC source
(reliably grounded –(48–60) V DC SELV source). Ensure that the –(48–60) V DC source is eciently secured to earth
(ground).
NOTE: A readily accessible disconnect device that is approved and rated, is incorporated in the eld wiring.
Input requirements
• Supply voltage: –(48–60) V DC
• Current consumption: 32 A (maximum)
Kit contents
• Dell part number 6RYJ9 terminal block or equivalent (1)
• #6-32 nut equipped with lock washer (1)
Required tools
Wire-stripper pliers, capable of removing insulation from size 10 AWG solid or stranded, insulated copper wire.
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NOTE: Use alpha wire part number 3080 or equivalent (65/30 stranding).
Required wires
• One UL 10 AWG, 2 m maximum (stranded) black wire [–(48–60) V DC]
• One UL 10 AWG, 2 m maximum (stranded) red wire (V DC return)
• One UL 10 AWG, 2 m maximum green/yellow, green with a yellow stripe, stranded wire (safety ground)
Assembling and connecting the safety ground wire
Prerequisites
WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supply units (PSUs), a qualied electrician must perform all
connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself.
All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the
product.
Steps
1. Strip the insulation from the end of the green or yellow wire, exposing approximately 4.5 mm (0.175 inch) of copper wire.
2. Using a hand-crimping tool (Tyco Electronics, 58433-3 or equivalent), crimp the ring-tongue terminal (Jeeson Terminals Inc.,
R5-4SA or equivalent) to the green/yellow wire (safety ground wire).
3. Connect the safety ground wire to the grounding post on the back of the system by using a #6-32 nut equipped with a locking
washer.
Figure 70. Assembling and connecting the safety ground wire
1. #6-32 nut 2. spring washer
3. locking washer 4. safety ground wire
5. grounding post
Related links
Safety instructions
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Assembling the DC input power wires
Prerequisites
WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supply units (PSUs), a qualied electrician must perform all
connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself.
All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the
product.
Steps
1. Strip the insulation from the ends of the DC power wires, exposing approximately 13 mm (0.5 inch) of copper wire.
WARNING: Reversing polarity when connecting DC power wires can permanently damage the power supply or the
system.
2. Insert the copper ends into the mating connectors and tighten the captive screws at the top of the mating connector using a
Phillips #2 screwdriver.
WARNING: To protect the power supply from electrostatic discharge, the captive screws must be covered with the
rubber cap before inserting the mating connector into the power supply.
3. Rotate the rubber cap clockwise to x it over the captive screws.
4. Insert the mating connector into the power supply.
Figure 71. Assembling the DC input power wires
1. wire RTN 2. DC power connector
3. captive screws (2) 4. rubber cap
5. DC power socket 6. wire –48 V
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Removing a DC power supply unit
Prerequisites
WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supply units (PSUs), a qualied electrician must perform all
connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself.
All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the
product.
CAUTION: The system needs one power supply for normal operation. On power-redundant systems, remove and replace
only one power supply at a time in a system that is powered on.
NOTE: You may have to unlatch and lift the optional cable management arm if it interferes with power supply removal.
For information about the cable management arm, see the rack documentation of your system.
Steps
1. Disconnect the power wires from the power source and the connector from the PSU you intend to remove.
2. Disconnect the safety ground wire.
3. Press the release latch and slide the PSU out of the chassis by using the PSU handle.
Figure 72. Removing a DC PSU
1. release latch 2. power supply status indicator
3. PSU 4. power connector
5. PSU handle
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Installing a DC power supply unit
Installing a DC power supply unit
Prerequisites
WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supply units (PSUs), a qualied electrician must perform all
connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself.
All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the
product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
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2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. If installed, remove the PSU blank.
4. Verify that both the PSUs are of the same type and have the same maximum output power.
NOTE: The maximum output power (shown in watts) is listed on the PSU label.
Steps
1. Slide the PSU into the chassis until the PSU is fully seated and the release latch snaps into place.
NOTE: If you have unlatched the cable management arm, relatch it. For information about the cable management
arm, see the system’s rack documentation.
2. Connect the safety ground wire.
3. Install the DC power connector in the PSU.
CAUTION: When connecting the power wires, ensure that you secure the wires with the strap to the PSU handle.
4. Connect the wires to a DC power source.
NOTE: When installing, hot-swapping, or hot-adding a new PSU, wait for 15 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.
Figure 73. Installing a DC PSU
1. release latch 2. power supply status indicator
3. PSU 4. power connector
5. PSU handle
Next steps
• Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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After working inside your system
Removing a DC power supply unit
Removing the power supply unit blank
If you are installing a second power supply unit (PSU), remove the PSU blank in the bay by pulling the blank outward.
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CAUTION: To ensure proper system cooling, the power supply blank must be installed in the second PSU bay in a
non-redundant conguration. Remove the PSU blank only if you are installing a second PSU.
Figure 74. Removing the PSU blank
1. PSU blank 2. PSU bay
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Installing the power supply unit blank
Installing the power supply unit blank
Install the power supply unit (PSU) blank only in the second PSU bay.
Align the PSU blank with the PSU bay and push it into the chassis until it clicks into place.
Figure 75. Installing the PSU blank
1. PSU blank 2. PSU bay
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Removing the power supply unit blank
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System battery
The system board battery is used for low-level system functions like powering the real-time clock and storing the computer’s BIOS
settings.
Replacing the system battery
Prerequisites
WARNING: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. For more information, see the safety information that
shipped with your system.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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.
Steps
1. Locate the battery socket. For more information, see the System board jumpers and 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.
Figure 76. 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.
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Figure 77. Installing the system battery
1. system battery 2. system battery slot
Next steps
1. Install the cooling shroud.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
3. While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and ensure the battery is operating properly.
4. Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup Time and Date elds.
5. Exit System Setup.
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Before working inside your system
Removing the cooling shroud
Hard drive backplane
Depending on the conguration, your system supports one of the following:
• 3.5 inch x8 SAS/SATA backplane
• 3.5 inch x18 SAS/SATA backplane
• 2.5 inch x4 Dell PowerEdge Express Flash (PCIe SSD) backplane
• 2.5 inch x16 SAS/SATA backplane
• 2.5 inch x32 SAS/SATA backplane
Depending on the conguration, your system supports one of the following backplane combinations:
• 3.5 inch x8 SAS/SATA backplane and 2.5 inch x4 PCIe SSD backplane
• 2.5 inch x16 SAS/SATA backplane and 2.5 inch x4 PCIe SSD backplane
• 2.5 inch x16 SAS/SATA backplane for hard-drives in the hard drive bay and 2.5 inch x16 SAS/SATA backplane for hard-drives in a
ex bay.
Removing the hard drive backplane
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 all hard drives.
4. Remove the cooling shroud.
5. If applicable, remove the cooling-fan assembly.
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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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the drives and backplane, you must remove the hard drives from the system before
removing the backplane.
CAUTION: You must note the number of each hard drive and temporarily label them before removal so that you can
replace them in the same locations.
Steps
1. Disconnect the SAS/SATA/SSD data, signal, and power cable(s) from the backplane.
2. Pull the release pin or the release tab and pull the backplane up and out from the system.
NOTE: For a Dell PowerEdge Express Flash (PCIe SSD) backplane, press the release tab to unlock the hard-drive
backplane and release it from the hard-drive bay.
Figure 78. Removing the PCIe SSD hard drive backplane
1. release tab 2. PCIe SSD hard drive backplane
3. hard-drive connector 4. PCIe cable
5. power cable 6. signal cable
7. power connector on backplane 8. signal cable connector on backplane
9. PCIe cable connector on backplane
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Figure 79. Removing a 3.5 inch (x8) SAS/SATA backplane
1. SAS cable 2. x8 backplane
3. backplane power connector 4. backplane power cable
5. release pin 6. signal cable
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Figure 80. Cabling—3.5 inch (x8) SAS/SATA backplane
1. SAS A connector on system board 2. SAS B connector on system board
3. system board 4. signal connector on system board
5. x8 backplane 6. signal connector on backplane
7. SAS B connector on backplane 8. SAS A connector on backplane
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Figure 81. Removing a 3.5 inch (x8) SAS/SATA backplane with a single PERC card
1. SAS cable 2. x8 backplane
3. power connector 4. power cable
5. release pin 6. signal cable
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Figure 82. Cabling—3.5 inch (x8) SAS/SATA backplane with a single PERC card
1. SAS B connector on PERC card 2. SAS A connector on PERC card
3. PERC card 4. system board
5. signal connector on system board 6. x8 backplane
7. signal connector on backplane 8. SAS B connector on backplane
9. SAS A connector on backplane
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Figure 83. Removing a 3.5 inch (x8) plus 2.5 Inch (x4) SAS/SATA backplane
1. x8 backplane power cable 2. power connector on x8 backplane
3. x8 backplane 4. release pin
5. SAS cable on x8 backplane 6. signal cable on x8 backplane
7. power cable on PCIe SSD backplane 8. PCIe cable on PCIe SSD backplane
9. signal cable on PCIe SSD backplane 10. power connector on PCIe SSD backplane
11. signal connector on PCIe SSD backplane 12. PCIe SSD backplane
13. release tab
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Figure 84. Cabling—3.5 Inch (x8) plus 2.5 inch (x4) SAS/SATA backplane
1. PCIe C connector on PCIe SSD backplane 2. PCIe B connector on PCIe SSD backplane
3. PCIe A connector on PCIe SSD backplane 4. PCIe SSD backplane signal connector
5. SAS B cable from 3.5 inch backplane on PERC card 6. SAS A cable from 3.5 inch backplane on PERC card
7. PCIe C connector from PCIe SSD backplane to PCIe
extender card
8. PCIe A connector from PCIe SSD backplane to PCIe
extender card
9. PCIe D connector from PCIe SSD backplane to PCIe
extender card
10. PCIe B connector from PCIe SSD backplane to PCIe
extender card
11. PCIe bridge card 12. PERC card 2
13. System Board 14. PCIe SSD backplane signal connector on system
board
15. x8 backplane signal connector on system board 16. x8 backplane signal connector
17. 3.5-inch x8 backplane 18. SAS B connector on x8 backplane
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19. SAS A connector on x8 backplane 20. PCIe D connector on PCIe SSD backplane
21. PCIe SSD backplane
Figure 85. Removing a 3.5 inch (x18) SAS/SATA backplane
1. x18 backplane 2. signal cable
3. release pin 4. power cable
5. power connector 6. SAS cable
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Figure 86. Cabling—3.5 inch (x18) SAS/SATA backplane
1. SAS B connector on PERC card 2. SAS A connector on PERC card
3. PERC card 4. System board
5. signal connector on system board 6. SAS A connector on backplane
7. SAS B connector on backplane 8. x18 backplane
9. signal connector on backplane
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Figure 87. Removing a 2.5 inch (x16) SAS/SATA backplane
1. x16 backplane 2. release pin
3. signal cable 4. power connector
5. power cable 6. SAS cable
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Figure 88. Cabling—2.5 inch (x16) SAS/SATA backplane
1. SAS B connector on PERC card 2. SAS A connector on PERC card
3. PERC card 4. system board
5. signal connector on system board 6. SAS B connector on backplane
7. SAS A connector on backplane 8. x16 backplane
9. signal connector on backplane
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Figure 89. Removing a 2.5 inch (x16) plus 2.5 Inch (x4) SAS/SATA backplane
1. x16 backplane 2. release pin
3. signal cable to x16 backplane 4. power connector on x16 backplane
5. power cable to x16 backplane 6. SAS cable to x16 backplane
7. power cable to PCIe SSD backplane 8. PCIe cable to PCIe SSD backplane
9. signal cable to PCIe SSD backplane 10. power connector on PCIe SSD backplane
11. signal connector on PCIe SSD backplane 12. PCIe SSD backplane
13. release tab
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Figure 90. Cabling—2.5 inch (x16) plus 2.5 inch (x4) SAS/SATA backplane
1. PCIe C connector on PCIe SSD backplane 2. PCIe B connector on PCIe SSD backplane
3. PCIe A connector on PCIe SSD backplane 4. PCIe SSD backplane signal connector
5. SAS B cable from 2.5 inch backplane on PERC card 6. SAS A cable from 2.5 inch backplane on PERC card
7. PCIe C connector from PCIe SSD backplane to PCIe
extender card
8. PCIe A connector from PCIe SSD backplane to PCIe
extender card
9. PCIe D connector from PCIe SSD backplane to PCIe
extender card
10. PCIe B connector from PCIe SSD backplane to PCIe
extender card
11. PCIe bridge card 12. PERC card 2
13. System Board 14. PCIe SSD backplane signal connector on system
board
15. x16 backplane signal connector on system board 16. SAS B cable on x16 backplane
17. SAS A cable on x16 backplane 18. 2.5-inch x16 backplane
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19. x16 backplane signal cable 20. PCIe D connector on PCIe SSD backplane
21. PCIe SSD backplane
Figure 91. Removing a 2.5 inch (x32) SAS/SATA backplane with two PERC cards
1. release pin 2. signal cable to backplane 2
3. power connector on backplane 2 4. power cable to backplane 2
5. SAS cable to backplane 2 6. signal cable to backplane 1
7. power connector on backplane 1 8. power cable to backplane 1
9. SAS cable to backplane 1 10. backplane 1
11. backplane 2
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Figure 92. Cabling—2.5 inch (x32) SAS/SATA backplane with two PERC cards
1. signal connector on backplane 2 2. SAS B connector on backplane 2
3. SAS A connector on backplane 2 4. SAS B connector on PERC 1
5. SAS A connector on PERC 1 6. SAS B connector on PERC 2
7. SAS A connector on PERC 2 8. PERC card 2
9. PERC card 1 10. system board
11. signal cable from backplane 2 on system board 12. signal cable from backplane 1 on system board
13. SAS B connector on backplane 1 14. SAS A connector on backplane 1
15. backplane 1 16. signal connector on backplane 1
17. backplane 2
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Figure 93. Removing 2.5 inch (x32) SAS/SATA backplane with a single PERC card
1. release pin 2. signal cable to backplane 2
3. power connector on backplane 2 4. power cable to backplane 2
5. SAS cable to backplane 2 6. signal cable to backplane 1
7. power connector on backplane 1 8. power cable to backplane 1
9. SAS cable to backplane 1 10. x16 backplane 1
11. SAS connector on backplane 2 12. x16 backplane 2
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Figure 94. Cabling—2.5 inch (x32) SAS/SATA backplane with a single PERC card
1. signal connector on backplane 2 2. SAS B connector on backplane 2
3. SAS A connector on backplane 2 4. SAS B connector on PERC card
5. SAS A connector on PERC card 6. x32 PERC card
7. system board 8. backplane 2 signal connector on system board
9. backplane 1 signal connector on system board 10. SAS B connector on backplane 1
11. SAS A connector on backplane 1 12. backplane 1
13. signal connector on backplane 1 14. SAS B1 connector on backplane 2
15. SAS A1 connector on backplane 2 16. backplane 2
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Removing the cooling shroud
Removing the optional cooling fan assembly
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Installing the hard drive backplane
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. Remove all the hard drives. For more information, see the Removing a hot swap hard drive section.
4. If applicable, remove the cooling-fan assembly. For more information, see the Removing the cooling-fan assembly (optional)
section.
5. Remove the cooling shroud. For more information, see the Removing the cooling shroud section.
Steps
1. Use the hooks at the base of the chassis as guides to align the hard drive backplane.
2. Lower the hard-drive backplane into the chassis to secure the hard drive backplane into place.
NOTE: For a Dell PowerEdge Express Flash (PCIe SSD) backplane, lower the hard-drive backplane into the chassis
until the release tab snaps into place.
3. Connect the SAS/SATA/SSD data, signal, and power cable(s) to the backplane. See the cabling instructions provided in this
document.
Next steps
1. If applicable, install the cooling-fan assembly. For more information, see the Installing the cooling-fan assembly (optional)
section.
2. Install the cooling shroud. For more information, see the Installing the cooling shroud section.
3. Install the hard drives in their original locations.
4. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Figure 95. Installing the PCIe SSD hard drive backplane
1. PCIe SSD hard drive backplane 2. PCIe SSD hard drive connector
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3. PCIe cable 4. power cable
5. signal cable 6. power connector on backplane
7. signal cable connector on backplane 8. PCIe cable connector on backplane
Figure 96. Installing a 3.5 inch (x8) SAS/SATA backplane
1. SAS cable 2. x8 backplane
3. backplane power connector 4. backplane power cable
5. Release pin 6. signal cable
Figure 97. Installing a 3.5 inch (x8) SAS/SATA backplane with a single PERC card
1. SAS cable 2. x8 backplane
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3. power connector 4. power cable
5. release pin 6. signal cable
Figure 98. Installing a 3.5 inch (x8) plus 2.5 Inch (x4) SAS/SATA backplane
1. x8 backplane power cable 2. power connector on x8 backplane
3. x8 backplane 4. release pin
5. SAS cable on x8 backplane 6. signal cable on x8 backplane
7. power cable on PCIe SSD backplane 8. PCIe cable on PCIe SSD backplane
9. signal cable on PCIe SSD backplane 10. power connector on PCIe SSD backplane
11. signal connector on PCIe SSD backplane 12. PCIe SSD backplane
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Figure 99. Installing a 3.5 inch (x18) SAS/SATA backplane
1. x18 backplane 2. signal cable
3. release pin 4. power cable
5. power connector 6. SAS cable
Figure 100. Installing a 2.5 inch (x16) SAS/SATA backplane
1. x16 backplane 2. release pin
3. signal cable 4. power connector
5. power cable 6. SAS cable
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Figure 101. Installing a 2.5 inch (x16) plus 2.5 Inch (x4) SAS/SATA backplane
1. x16 backplane 2. release pin
3. signal cable to x16 backplane 4. power connector on x16 backplane
5. power cable to x16 backplane 6. SAS cable to x16 backplane
7. power cable to PCIe SSD backplane 8. PCIe cable to PCIe SSD backplane
9. signal cable to PCIe SSD backplane 10. power connector on PCIe SSD backplane
11. signal connector on PCIe SSD backplane 12. PCIe SSD backplane
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Figure 102. Installing a 2.5 inch (x32) SAS/SATA backplane with two PERC cards
1. release pin 2. signal cable to backplane 2
3. power connector on backplane 2 4. power cable to backplane 2
5. SAS cable to backplane 2 6. signal cable to backplane 1
7. power connector on backplane 1 8. power cable to backplane 1
9. SAS cable to backplane 1 10. x16 backplane 1
11. x16 backplane 2
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Figure 103. Installing a 2.5 inch (x32) SAS/SATA backplane with a single PERC card
1. release pin 2. signal cable to backplane 2
3. power connector on backplane 2 4. power cable to backplane 2
5. SAS cable to backplane 2 6. signal cable to backplane 1
7. power connector on backplane 1 8. power cable to backplane 1
9. SAS cable to backplane 1 10. x16 backplane 1
11. SAS connector on backplane 2 12. x16 backplane 2
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Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing a hot swappable hard drive or SSD
Installing the cooling shroud
Installing the optional cooling fan assembly
SD vFlash media card (optional)
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 USB device(s). For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at
Dell.com/idracmanuals.
Replacing an optional SD vFlash media card
1. Locate the SD vFlash media slot on the system.
2. To remove the SD vFlash media card, push the card inward to release it, and pull the card from the card slot.
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Figure 104. Removing the SD vFlash media card
1. SD vFlash media card 2. SD vFlash media card slot
3. To install an SD vFlash media card, with the label side facing up, insert the contact-pin end of the SD vFlash media card into the
card slot on the module.
NOTE: The slot is keyed to ensure correct insertion of the card.
4. Press the card inward to lock it into the slot.
Figure 105. Installing the SD vFlash media card
1. SD vFlash media card 2. SD vFlash media card slot
Control panel assembly
Removing the control panel assembly
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
4. If applicable, remove the cooling fan assembly.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Remove the screw that secures control panel to the chassis.
2. Disconnect the control panel cable and the control panel USB cable from the system board.
CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when removing the control panel cables as it can damage the connectors.
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3. Slide the control panel out of the chassis.
NOTE: Follow the same steps to remove the control panel in the rack-mode conguration.
Figure 106. Removing the control panel assembly
1. control panel 2. control panel cable
3. control panel USB cable 4. screw
4. To remove the information tag, perform the following steps:
a. Locate and press the tabs on the information tag.
b. Push the information tag out of the slot to remove it from the control panel.
NOTE: Retain the information tag to replace it in the new control panel.
Figure 107. Removing the information tag
1. information tag 2. tab
3. slot
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Installing the control panel assembly
Safety instructions
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Installing the control panel assembly
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
Steps
1. Replace the blank information tag in the new control panel with the information tag retained from the old control panel.
NOTE: An Information tag contains system information about the Service Tag, NIC, and MAC address etc.
Figure 108. installing the control panel assembly
1. control panel 2. control panel cable
3. control panel USB cable 4. screw
2. To install the information tag, push the information tag into the control-panel slot.
Figure 109. Installing the information tag
1. information tag 2. tab
3. slot
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3. Connect the control panel cable and the control panel USB cable to the control panel assembly.
4. Align and insert the control panel into the control panel slot in the chassis.
5. Secure the control panel to the chassis by using the screw.
6. Connect the control panel cable and the control panel USB cable to the system board.
Next steps
1. If applicable, install the cooling fan assembly.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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After working inside your system
Installing the optional cooling fan assembly
System board
The system board has the connectors for your system components and also contains the integrated components.
Removing the system board
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: If you are using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) with an encryption key, you may be prompted to create a
recovery key during program or System Setup. Be sure to create and safely store this recovery key. If you replace this
system board, you must supply the recovery key when you restart your system or program before you can access the
encrypted data on your hard drives.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the TPM plug-in module from the motherboard. After the TPM plug-in module is
installed, it is cryptographically bound to that specic motherboard. Any attempt to remove an installed TPM plug-in
module breaks the cryptographic binding, and it cannot be re-installed or installed on another motherboard.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
4. Remove the following:
a. PCIe card holder
b. Cooling shroud
c. Cooling-fan assembly, if applicable
d. Integrated storage controller card
e. Internal dual SD module
f. Internal USB key (if installed)
g. Heat sink(s)
h. Processors(s)
NOTE: To prevent damage to the processor pins when replacing a faulty system board, ensure that you cover
the processor socket with the processor protective cap
i. memory modules
Steps
1. Disconnect all cables from the system board.
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CAUTION: Take care not to damage the system identication button while removing the system board from the
chassis.
2. Holding the post, pull the blue release pin, and slide the system board toward the front of the system.
3. Holding the post, incline the system board at an angle, and lift the system board out of the chassis.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module, processor, or other components.
Figure 110. Removing the system board
1. post 2. system board
3. release pin
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Before working inside your system
Installing the system board
Installing the system board
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
Steps
1. Unpack the new system board assembly.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module, processor, or other components.
2. Holding the post, incline the system board, and lower the system board into the chassis.
3. Push the system board toward the back of the chassis such that the ports on the system board align with the corresponding
slots on the chassis.
Next steps
1. Install the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). For information on how to install TPM, see installing TPM section. For information
on TPM, see the Trusted platform module section.
2. Install the following:
a. processors(s) and heat sink(s)
b. internal USB key (if installed)
c. internal dual SD module
d. integrated storage controller card
e. cooling-fan assembly, if applicable
f. cooling shroud
g. PCIe card holder
3. Reconnect all cables to the system board.
NOTE: Ensure that the cables inside the system are routed along the chassis wall and secured by using the cable
securing bracket.
4. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
5. Import your new or existing iDRAC Enterprise license. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller
User's Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.
6. Ensure that you:
a. Use the Easy Restore feature to restore the service tag. For more information, see the Easy Restore section.
b. If the service tag is not backed up in the backup ash device, enter the system service tag manually. For more
information, see entering the system Service Tag section.
c. Update the BIOS and iDRAC versions.
d. Re-enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). For more information, see the Re-enabling the TPM for BitLocker users
section or the Re-enabling the TPM for Intel TXT users section.
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Figure 111. Installing the system board
1. post 2. system board
3. release pin
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Installing the Trusted Platform Module
Entering the system Service Tag by using System Setup
If Easy Restore fails to restore the Service Tag, use System Setup to enter the Service Tag.
1. Turn on the system.
2. Press F2 to enter System Setup.
3. Click Service Tag Settings.
4. Enter the Service Tag.
NOTE: You can enter the Service Tag only when the Service Tag eld is empty. Ensure that you enter the correct
Service Tag. After the Service Tag is entered, it cannot be updated or changed.
5. Click Ok.
6. Import your new or existing iDRAC Enterprise license.
For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
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Restoring the Service Tag by using the Easy Restore feature
The Easy Restore feature enables you to restore your system’s Service Tag, license, UEFI conguration, and the system conguration
data after replacing the system board. All data is automatically backed up in a backup ash device. If BIOS detects a new system
board and the Service Tag in the backup ash device, BIOS prompts the user to restore the backup information.
1. Turn on the system.
If BIOS detects a new system board, and if the Service Tag is present in the backup ash device, BIOS displays the Service Tag,
the status of the license, and the UEFI Diagnostics version.
2. Perform one of the following steps:
• Press Y to restore the Service Tag, license, and diagnostics information.
• Press N to navigate to the Dell Lifecycle Controller based restore options.
• Press F10 to restore data from a previously created Hardware Server Prole.
After the restore process is complete, BIOS prompts to restore the system conguration data.
3. Perform one of the following steps:
• Press Y to restore the system conguration data.
• Press N to use the default conguration settings.
After the restore process is complete, the system restarts.
Trusted Platform Module
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a dedicated microprocessor designed to secure hardware by integrating cryptographic keys into
devices. A software can use a Trusted Platform Module to authenticate hardware devices. As each TPM chip has a unique and
secret RSA key burned in as it is produced, it can perform the platform authentication.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) from the system board. After the TPM is
installed, it is cryptographically bound to that specic system board. Any attempt to remove an installed TPM breaks the
cryptographic binding, and it cannot be re-installed or installed on another system board.
NOTE: This is a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU). Removal and installation procedures must be performed only by Dell
certied service technicians.
Installing the Trusted Platform Module
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that came with the product.
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 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) connector on the system board.
NOTE: To locate the TPM connector on the system board, see the System board connectors section.
2. Align the edge connectors on the TPM with the slot on the TPM connector.
3. Insert the TPM into the TPM connector such that the plastic bolt aligns with the slot on the system board.
4. Press the plastic bolt until the bolt snaps into place.
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Figure 112. Installing the TPM
1. TPM 2. TPM connector
3. slot on the TPM connector 4. plastic bolt
5. slot on the system board
Next steps
1. Install the system board.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Initializing the TPM for BitLocker users
Initialize the TPM.
For more information about initializing the TPM, see http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc753140.aspx.
The TPM Status changes to Enabled, Activated.
Initializing the TPM for TXT users
1. While booting your system, press F2 to enter System Setup.
2. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS → System Security Settings.
3. From the TPM Security option, select On with Pre-boot Measurements.
4. From the TPM Command option, select Activate.
5. Save the settings.
6. Restart your system.
7. Enter System Setup again.
8. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS → System Security Settings.
9. From the Intel TXT option, select On.
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Power interposer board and power distribution board
Removing the power interposer board
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the power interposer board (PIB), you must remove the power supply module(s)
from the system before removing the power interposer board or power distribution board (PDB).
3. Remove the power supply module(s) from the back of the chassis.
4. Remove the PCIe card holders.
5. Remove the cooling shroud.
6. If connected, remove the cooling fan assembly.
7. Disconnect the power cables from the system board and the hard-drive backplane.
8. Remove the system board. For more information, see the Removing the system board section.
Steps
1. Pull the release pin and detach the PIB from the PDB.
2. Slide and lift the PIB up until the grooves on the PIB disengage from the pins on the chassis.
Figure 113. Removing the power interposer board
1. power interposer board 2. release pin
3. power distribution board
Related links
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing the system board
Installing the power interposer board
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Removing the power distribution board
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the power interposer board (PIB), you must remove the power supply module(s)
from the system before removing the power interposer board or power distribution board (PDB).
4. Disconnect the power supply module(s) from the back of the chassis.
5. Remove the PCIe card holders.
6. Remove the cooling shroud.
7. If applicable, remove the cooling fan assembly.
8. Disconnect the power cables from the system board and the hard-drive backplane.
9. Remove the system board. For more information, see the Removing the system board section.
10. Remove the power interposer board.
Steps
1. Disconnect the power cables from the power distribution board (PDB).
2. Remove the six screws that secure the PDB to the chassis.
3. Lift the PDB up and out of the chassis.
Figure 114. Removing the power distribution board
1. screws (6) 2. power distribution board
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing the power distribution board
Before working inside your system
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Installing the power distribution board
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
Steps
1. Align the screw holes on the power distribution board (PDB) with the holes on the chassis.
2. Secure the PDB on to the chassis by using the six screws.
3. Connect the power cables to the PDB.
Next steps
1. Install the power interposer board.
2. Install the system board. For more information, see the Installing system board section.
3. Connect the power cables to the system board and the hard-drive backplane.
4. If applicable, install the cooling fan assembly.
5. Install the cooling shroud.
6. Install the PCIe card holders.
7. Install the power supply module(s) in their original locations.
8. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Figure 115. Installing the power distribution board
1. screws (6) 2. power distribution board
Related links
Safety instructions
After working inside your system
Removing the power distribution board
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Installing the power interposer board
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the safety instructions section.
Steps
1. Install the power distribution board (PDB).
2. Align the power interposer board (PIB) connector with the connector on the PDB.
3. Align the grooves on the PIB aligned with the pins on the chassis, and then connect the PIB to the connector on the PDB.
Next steps
1. Install the system board. For more information, see the Installing system board section.
2. Connect the power cables to the system board and the hard-drive backplane.
3. If applicable, install the cooling fan assembly.
4. Install the cooling shroud.
5. Install the PCIe card holders.
6. Install the power supply module(s) in their original locations.
7. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Figure 116. Installing the power interposer board
1. power interposer board 2. power distribution board
Related links
Safety instructions
Installing the power interposer board
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 for technical assistance. The
purpose of running system diagnostics is to test your system hardware without requiring 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
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 F11.
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 F11.
2. Select Hardware Diagnostics → Run Hardware 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.
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.
System health Provides the current overview of the system performance.
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Menu Description
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.
For information about embedded system diagnostics, see the ePSA Diagnostics Guide (Notebooks, Desktops and Servers) available
at Dell.com/support/home.
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Jumpers and connectors
This topic provides specic information about the system jumpers. It also provides some basic information about jumpers and
switches and describes the connectors on the various boards in the system. Jumpers on the system board help to disable system
and setup passwords. You must know the connectors on the system board to install components and cables correctly.
System board connectors
Figure 117. System board jumpers and connectors
Table 37. System board jumpers and connector description
Item Connector Description
1 SLOT1 PCIE_G3_X16 (CPU1) PCIe card connector 1
2 SLOT2 PCIE_G2_X4 (PCH) PCIe card connector 2
3 SLOT3 PCIE_G3_X16 (CPU1) PCIe card connector 3
4 B1, B5, B9, B2, B6, B10 Memory module sockets
5 FAN1 Cooling shroud fan connector
6 CPU2 Processor 2
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Item Connector Description
7 FAN2 Fan connector
8 B12, B8, B4, B11, B7, B3 Memory module sockets
9 SLOT4 PCIE_G3_X8 (CPU2) PCIe card connector 4
10 SLOT5 PCIE_G2_X4 (CPU2) PCIe card connector 5
11 SLOT6 PCIE_G3_X16 (CPU2) PCIe card connector 6
12 SLOT7 PCIE_G3_X16 (CPU2) PCIe card connector 7
13 CPU1 Processor 1
14 TPM_Module Trusted Platform Module (TPM) connector
15 PIB_CONN PIB signal connector
16 FAN6 Fan connector
17 PWR_CONN_2 PIB signal connector
18 A10, A6, A2, A9, A5, A1 Memory module sockets
19 BP_SIG2 Backplane signal connector 2
20 FAN5 Cooling shroud fan connector
21 PWR_CONN_1 Power connector
22 BP_SIG1 Backplane signal connector 1
23 BP_SIG0 Dell PowerEdge Express Flash (PCIe SSD) signal
connector
24 A3, A7, A11, A4, A8, A12 Memory module sockets
25 FAN4 Cooling shroud fan connector
26 INTRUSION Chassis intrusion switch connector
27 FP_USB Control panel USB connector
28 CTRL_PNL Control panel interface connector
29 FAN3 Cooling shroud fan connector
30 PWRD_EN See System board jumper settings
31 NVRAM_CLR See System board jumper settings
32 SW RAID_B SW RAID connector 2
33 SW RAID_A SW RAID connector 1
34 IDSDM Internal dual SD module connector
35 SATA_TBU Tape drive SATA connector
36 BATTERY System battery connector
37 SATA_CDROM Optical drive SATA connector
38 INT_USB_3.0 Internal USB 3.0 connector
39 SLOT8 PCIE_G3_X8 (CPU1) PCIe card connector 8
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System board jumper settings
Table 38. System board jumper settings
Jumper Setting Description
PWRD_EN The password reset feature is enabled (pins 2–4). BIOS local
access is unlocked at the next AC power cycle.
The password reset feature is disabled (pins 4–6).
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).
Disabling a forgotten password
The software security features of the system include a system password and a setup password. The password jumper enables these
password features or disables them and clears any password(s) currently in use.
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
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 the system on, 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 the system on, including any attached peripherals.
11. Assign a new system and/or setup password.
Related links
Removing the system cover
Installing the system cover
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Troubleshooting your system
Safety rst — for you and your system
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: Solution validation was performed by using the factory shipped hardware conguration.
Troubleshooting system startup failure
If you boot the system to the BIOS boot mode after installing an operating system from the UEFI Boot Manager, the system stops
responding. To avoid this issue, you must boot to the same boot mode in which you installed the operating system.
For all other startup issues, note the system messages that appear on the screen.
Troubleshooting external connections
Before troubleshooting any external devices, ensure that all external cables are securely attached to the external connectors on your
system before troubleshooting any external devices.
Troubleshooting the video subsystem
Prerequisites
NOTE: Ensure the Local Server Video Enabled option is selected in the iDRAC Graphical User Interface (GUI), under
Virtual Console. If this option is not selected, local video is disabled.
Steps
1. Check the cable connections (power and display) to the monitor.
2. Check the video interface cabling from the system to the monitor.
3. Run the appropriate diagnostic test.
If the tests run successfully, the problem is not related to video hardware.
Next steps
If the tests fail, see the Getting help section.
Related links
Getting help
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Troubleshooting a USB device
Prerequisites
NOTE: Follow steps 1 to 6 to troubleshoot a USB keyboard or mouse. For other USB devices, go to step 7.
Steps
1. Disconnect the keyboard and/or mouse cables from the system and reconnect them.
2. If the problem persists, connect the keyboard and/or mouse to another USB port on the system.
3. If the problem is resolved, restart the system, enter System Setup, and check if the non-functioning USB ports are enabled.
NOTE: Older operating systems may not support USB 3.0.
4. Check if USB 3.0 is enabled in System Setup. If enabled, disable it and see if the issue is resolved.
5. In iDRAC Settings Utility, ensure that USB Management Port Mode is congured as Automatic or Standard OS Use.
6. If the problem is not resolved, replace the keyboard and/or mouse with a known working keyboard or mouse.
If the problem is not resolved, proceed to step 7 to troubleshoot other USB devices attached to the system.
7. Turn o all attached USB devices, and disconnect them from the system.
8. Restart the system.
9. If your keyboard is functioning, enter System Setup, verify that all USB ports are enabled on the Integrated Devices screen. If
your keyboard is not functioning, use remote access to enable or disable the USB options.
10. Check if USB 3.0 is enabled in System Setup. If it is enabled, disable it and restart your system.
11. If the system is not accessible, reset the NVRAM_CLR jumper inside your system and restore the BIOS to the default settings.
See the System board jumper setting section
12. In the IDRAC Settings Utility, ensure that USB Management Port Mode is congured as Automatic or Standard OS Use.
13. Reconnect and turn on each USB device one at a time.
14. If a USB device causes the same problem, turn o the device, replace the USB cable with a known good cable, and turn on the
device.
Next steps
If all troubleshooting fails, see the Getting help section.
Related links
Getting help
Troubleshooting a serial I/O device
Steps
1. Turn o the system and any peripheral devices connected to the serial port.
2. Swap the serial interface cable with a known working cable, and turn on the system and the serial device.
If the problem is resolved, replace the interface cable with a known working cable.
3. Turn o the system and the serial device, and swap the serial device with a compatible device.
4. Turn on the system and the serial device.
Next steps
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
Related links
Getting help
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Troubleshooting a NIC
Steps
1. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see the Using system diagnostics section for the available diagnostic
tests.
2. Restart the system and check for any system messages pertaining to the NIC controller.
3. Check the appropriate indicator on the NIC connector:
• If the link indicator does not glow, the cable connected might be disengaged.
• If the activity indicator does not glow, the network driver les might be damaged or missing.
Install or replace the drivers as necessary. For more information, see the NIC documentation.
• If the problem persists, use another connector on the switch or hub.
4. Ensure that the appropriate drivers are installed and the protocols are bound. For more information, see the NIC documentation.
5. Enter System Setup and conrm that the NIC ports are enabled on the Integrated Devices screen.
6. Ensure that all the NICs, hubs, and switches on the network are set to the same data transmission speed and duplex. For more
information, see the documentation for each network device.
7. Ensure that all network cables are of the proper type and do not exceed the maximum length.
Next steps
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
Related links
Getting help
Troubleshooting a wet system
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
2. Remove the system cover.
3. Remove the following components (if installed) from the system:
• power supply unit(s)
• optical drive
• hard drives
• hard drive backplane
• USB memory key
• hard drive tray
• cooling shroud
• expansion card risers (if installed)
• expansion cards
• cooling fan assembly (if installed)
• cooling fans
• memory modules
• processor(s) and heat sink(s)
• system board
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4. Let the system dry thoroughly for at least 24 hours.
5. Reinstall the components you removed in step 3 except the expansion cards.
6. Install the system cover.
7. Turn on the system and attached peripherals.
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
8. If the system starts properly, shut down the system, and reinstall all the expansion cards that you removed.
9. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see the Using system diagnostics section.
Next steps
If the tests fail, see the Getting help section.
Related links
Getting help
Troubleshooting a damaged system
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
2. Remove the system cover.
3. Ensure that the following components are properly installed:
• cooling shroud
• expansion card risers (if installed)
• expansion cards
• power supply unit(s)
• cooling fan assembly (if installed)
• cooling fans
• processor(s) and heat sink(s)
• memory modules
• hard drive carriers/cage
• hard drive backplane
4. Ensure that all cables are properly connected.
5. Install the system cover.
6. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see the Using system diagnostics section.
Next steps
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
Related links
Getting help
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Troubleshooting the system battery
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: If the system is turned o for long periods of time (for weeks or months), the NVRAM may lose its system
conguration information. This situation is caused by a defective battery.
NOTE: Some software may cause the system time to speed up or slow down. If the system seems to operate normally
except for the time set in System Setup, the problem may be caused by a software, rather than by a defective battery.
Steps
1. Re-enter the time and date in System Setup.
2. Turn o the system, and disconnect it from the electrical outlet for at least an hour.
3. Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system.
4. Enter System Setup.
If the date and time displayed in System Setup are not correct, check the System Error Log (SEL) for system battery messages.
Next steps
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
Related links
Getting help
Troubleshooting power supply units
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Troubleshooting power source problems
1. Press the power button to ensure that your system is turned on. If the power indicator does not glow when the power button is
pressed, press the power button rmly.
2. Plug in another working power supply unit to ensure that the system board is not faulty.
3. Ensure that no loose connections exist.
For example, loose power cables.
4. Ensure that the power source meets applicable standards.
5. Ensure that there are no short circuits.
6. Have a qualied electrician check the line voltage to ensure that it meets the needed specications.
Power supply unit problems
1. Ensure that no loose connections exist.
For example, loose power cables.
2. Ensure that the power supply handle or LED indicates that the power supply is working properly.
For more information about power supply indicators, see the Power indicator codes section.
3. If you have recently upgraded your system, ensure that the power supply unit (PSU) has enough power to support the new
system.
4. If you have a redundant power supply conguration, ensure that both the PSUs are of the same type and wattage.
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You may have to upgrade to a higher wattage PSU.
5. Ensure that you use only PSUs with the Extended Power Performance (EPP) label on the back.
6. Reseat the PSU.
NOTE: After installing a PSU, allow several seconds for the system to recognize the PSU and determine if it is
working properly.
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
Troubleshooting cooling problems
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Ensure that the following conditions exist:
• System cover, cooling shroud, EMI ller panel, memory module blank, or back ller bracket is not removed.
• Ambient temperature is not higher than the system specic ambient temperature.
• External airow is not obstructed.
• A cooling fan is not removed or has not failed.
• The expansion card installation guidelines have been followed.
Additional cooling can be added by one of the following methods:
From the iDRAC web GUI:
1. Click Hardware → Fans → Setup.
2. From the Fan Speed Oset drop-down list, select the cooling level required or set the minimum fan speed to a custom value.
From F2 System Setup:
1. Select iDRAC Settings → Thermal, and set a higher fan speed from the fan speed oset or minimum fan speed.
From RACADM commands:
1. Run the command racadm help system.thermalsettings
For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access User’s Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
Related links
Getting help
Troubleshooting cooling fans
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: The fan number is referenced by the systems management software. In the event of a problem with a particular
fan, you can easily identify and replace it by noting down the fan numbers on the cooling fan assembly.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
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Steps
1. Remove the system cover.
2. Reseat the fan or the fan's power cable.
3. Install the system cover.
4. Restart the system.
Next steps
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
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Troubleshooting system memory
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. If the system is operational, run the appropriate system diagnostic test. See the Using system diagnostics section for the
available diagnostic tests.
If the diagnostic tests indicate a fault, follow the corrective actions provided by the diagnostic tests.
2. If the system is not operational, turn o the system and attached peripherals, and unplug the system from the power source.
Wait at least for 10 seconds, and then reconnect the system to the power source.
3. Turn on the system and attached peripherals, and note the messages on the screen.
If an error message is displayed indicating a fault with a specic memory module, go to step 12.
4. Enter System Setup, and check the system memory setting. Make any changes to the memory settings, if needed.
If the memory settings match the installed memory but the problem still persists, go to step 12.
5. Turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
6. Remove the system cover.
7. Check the memory channels and ensure that they are populated correctly.
NOTE: See the system event log or system messages for the location of the failed memory module. Reinstall the
memory device.
8. Reseat the memory modules in their sockets.
9. Install the system cover.
10. Enter System Setup and check the system memory setting.
If the problem is not resolved, proceed with step 11.
11. Remove the system cover.
12. If a diagnostic test or error message indicates a specic memory module as faulty, swap or replace the module with a known
working memory module.
13. To troubleshoot an unspecied faulty memory module, replace the memory module in the rst DIMM socket with a module of
the same type and capacity.
If an error message is displayed on the screen, this may indicate a problem with the installed DIMM type(s), incorrect DIMM
installation, or defective DIMM(s). Follow the on-screen instructions to resolve the problem.
14. Install the system cover.
15. As the system boots, observe any error message that is displayed and the diagnostic indicators on the front of the system.
16. If the memory problem persists, repeat step 12 through step 15 for each memory module installed.
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Next steps
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
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Troubleshooting an internal USB key
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Enter System Setup and ensure that the USB key port is enabled on the Integrated Devices screen.
2. Turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
3. Remove the system cover.
4. Locate the USB key and reseat it.
5. Install the system cover.
6. Turn on the system and attached peripherals, and check if the USB key is functioning.
7. If the problem is not resolved, repeat step 2 and step 3.
8. Insert a known working USB key.
9. Install the system cover.
Next steps
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
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Troubleshooting an SD card
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: Certain SD cards have a physical write-protect switch on the card. If the write-protect switch is turned on, the
SD card is not writable.
Steps
1. Enter System Setup, and ensure that the Internal SD Card Port is enabled.
2. Turn o the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
3. Remove the system cover.
NOTE: When an SD card failure occurs, the internal dual SD module controller noties the system. On the next
restart, the system displays a message indicating the failure. If redundancy is enabled at the time of SD card failure,
a critical alert will be logged and chassis health will degrade.
4. Replace the failed SD card with a new SD card.
5. Install the system cover.
6. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
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7. Enter System Setup, and ensure that the Internal SD Card Port and Internal SD Card Redundancy modes are set to the
needed modes.
Verify that the correct SD slot is set as Primary SD Card.
8. Check if the SD card is functioning properly.
9. If the Internal SD Card Redundancy option is set to Enabled at the time of the SD card failure, the system prompts you to
perform a rebuild.
NOTE: The rebuild is always sourced from the primary SD card to the secondary SD card.
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Troubleshooting an optical drive
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Try using a dierent CD or DVD.
2. If the problem is not resolved, enter System Setup and ensure that the integrated SATA controller and the drive's SATA port are
enabled.
3. Run the appropriate diagnostic test.
4. Turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
5. If installed, remove the bezel.
6. Remove the system cover.
7. Ensure that the interface cable is securely connected to the optical drive and to the controller.
8. Ensure that a power cable is properly connected to the drive.
9. Install the system cover.
Next steps
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
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Troubleshooting a hard drive
Prerequisites
CAUTION: This troubleshooting procedure can erase data stored on the hard drive. Before you proceed, back up all les
on the hard drive.
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See the Using system diagnostics section.
Depending on the results of the diagnostics test, proceed as needed through the following steps.
2. If your system has a RAID controller and your hard drives are congured in a RAID array, perform the following steps:
a. Restart the system and press F10 during system startup to run the Dell Lifecycle Controller, and then run the Hardware
Conguration wizard to check the RAID conguration.
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See the Dell Lifecycle Controller documentation or online help for information about RAID conguration.
b. Ensure that the hard drives are congured correctly for the RAID array.
c. Take the hard drive oine and reseat the drive.
d. Exit the conguration utility and allow the system to boot to the operating system.
3. Ensure that the needed device drivers for your controller card are installed and are congured correctly. See the operating
system documentation for more information.
4. Restart the system and enter the System Setup.
5. Verify that the controller is enabled and the drives are displayed in the System Setup.
Next steps
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
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Troubleshooting a storage controller
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: When troubleshooting a SAS or PERC controller, see the documentation for your operating system and the
controller.
1. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See the Using system diagnostics section.
2. Turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
3. Remove the system cover.
4. Verify that the installed expansion cards are compliant with the expansion card installation guidelines.
5. Ensure that each expansion card is rmly seated in its connector.
6. Install the system cover.
7. Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system and attached peripherals.
8. If the problem is not resolved, turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical
outlet.
9. Remove the system cover.
10. Remove all expansion cards installed in the system.
11. Install the system cover.
12. Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system and attached peripherals.
13. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See the Using system diagnostics section. If the tests fail, see the Getting help section.
14. For each expansion card you removed in step 10, perform the following steps:
a. Turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
b. Remove the system cover.
c. Reinstall one of the expansion cards.
d. Install the system cover.
e. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See the Using system diagnostics section.
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
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Troubleshooting expansion cards
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: When troubleshooting an expansion card, you also have to see the documentation for your operating system and
the expansion card.
Steps
1. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See the Using system diagnostics section.
2. Turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
3. Remove the system cover.
4. Ensure that each expansion card is rmly seated in its connector.
5. Install the system cover.
6. Turn on the system and attached peripherals.
7. If the problem is not resolved, turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical
outlet.
8. Remove the system cover.
9. Remove all expansion cards installed in the system.
10. Install the system cover.
11. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See the Using system diagnostics section.
If the tests fail, see the Getting help section.
12. For each expansion card you removed in step 8, perform the following steps:
a. Turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
b. Remove the system cover.
c. Reinstall one of the expansion cards.
d. Install the system cover.
e. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See the Using system diagnostics section.
Next steps
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
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Troubleshooting processors
Prerequisites
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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Run the appropriate diagnostics test. See the Using system diagnostics section.
2. Turn o the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
3. Remove the system cover.
4. Ensure that the processor and heat sink are properly installed.
5. Install the system cover.
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6. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See the Using system diagnostics section.
7. If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
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Getting help
Contacting Dell
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. If you do not have an active internet connection, you
can nd contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Availability varies by country and
product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical assistance, or customer-service
issues:
1. Go to Dell.com/support.
2. Select your country from the drop-down menu on the bottom 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 Global Technical Support:
a. Click Global Technical Support.
b. The Technical Support page is displayed with details to call, chat, or e-mail the Dell Global Technical Support team.
Documentation feedback
You can rate the documentation or write your feedback on any of our Dell 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:
About this task
• How-to videos
• 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
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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 Dell PowerEdge system or in the
Quick Resource Locator section.
Quick Resource Locator (QRL) for PowerEdge T630
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