Dell E21S001 - Manual

Option Description iDRAC IP Displays the IPv4 or IPv6 addresses for the iDRAC7. Addresses include DNS (Primary and Secondary), Gateway, IP, and Subnet (IPv6 does not have Subnet). MAC Displays the MAC addresses for iDRAC, iSCSI, or Network devices. Name Displays the name of the Host, Model, or User ...

Drive-Status Indicator Pattern (RAID Only) Condition Blinks green slowly Drive rebuilding Steady green Drive online Blinks green three seconds, amber three seconds, and off six seconds Rebuild aborted Back-Panel Features And Indicators Figure 4. Back-Panel Features and Indicators Item Indicator, But...

Item Indicator, Button, or Connector Icon Description 8 System identification connector Allows you to connect the optional system status indicator assembly through the optional cable management arm. 9 System identification button The identification buttons on the front and back panels can be used to...

Indicator Indicator Code Link indicator is amber The NIC is connected to a valid network at less than its maximum port speed. Activity indicator is blinking green Network data is being sent or received. Power Indicator Codes Each AC power supply has an illuminated translucent handle and each DC powe...

Power Indicator Pattern Condition Green The handle/LED indicator lights green indicating that a valid power source is connected to the power supply and that the power supply is operational. Flashing amber Indicates a problem with the power supply. CAUTION: When correcting a power supply mismatch, re...

2 Using The System Setup and Boot Manager System Setup enables you to manage your system hardware and specify BIOS-level options.The following keystrokes provide access to system features during startup: Keystroke Description <F2> Opens the System Setup page. <F10> Enters System Services...

You must select the boot mode in the Boot Mode field of the Boot Settings screen of System Setup. Once you specify the boot mode, the system boots in the specified boot mode and you then proceed to install your operating system from that mode. Thereafter, you must boot the system in the same boot mo...

Menu Item Description Internal SD Card Port Enables or disables the system’s internal SD card port. By default, Internal SD Card Port option is set to On. NOTE: This option is displayed only if IDSDM is installed on the system board. Internal SD Card Redundancy If set to Mirror mode, data is written...

Menu Item Description NOTE: Only Serial Device 2 can be used for SOL. To use console redirection by SOL, configure the same port address for console redirection and the serial device. Failsafe Baud Rate Displays the failsafe baud rate for console redirection. The BIOS attempts to determine the baud ...

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

Menu Item Description AC Power Recovery Allows you to set how the system reacts after AC power is restored to the system. By default, the AC Power Recovery option is set to Last. AC Power Recovery Delay Allows you to set how the system supports staggering of power up after AC power is restored to th...

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

7. Press <Esc> to return to the System BIOS screen. Press <Esc> again, and a message prompts you to save the changes. NOTE: You can disable password security while logging on to the system. To disable the password security, turn on or reboot your system, type your password and press <...

UEFI Boot Menu Menu Item Description Select UEFI Boot Option Displays the list of available UEFI boot options (marked with asterisks), select the boot option you wish to use and press <Enter>. Add Boot Option Adds a new boot option. Delete Boot Option Deletes an existing boot option. Boot From...

3 Installing System Components Recommended Tools You may need the following items to perform the procedures in this section: • Key to the system keylock • #2 Phillips screwdriver • T8, T10, and T15 Torx screwdrivers • Wrist grounding strap connected to ground Following tools are required for assembl...

Figure 8. Removing and Installing the Front Bezel 1. release latch 2. keylock 3. front bezel 4. locking hook Installing The Front Bezel 1. Hook the right end of the bezel onto the chassis. 2. Fit the free end of the bezel onto the system. 3. Secure the bezel with the keylock. Opening And Closing The...

4. Grasp the cover on both sides and carefully lift the cover away from the system. Figure 9. Opening and Closing the System 1. system cover 2. latch 3. latch release lock Closing The System 1. Lift the latch on the cover. 2. Place the cover onto the chassis and offset the cover slightly back so tha...

Figure 11. Inside a Four-Processor System 1. heat sink for processor 4 2. DIMMs (24) 3. heat sink for processor 3 4. processor expansion module Processor Expansion Module A processor expansion module (PEM) is present only in systems with four processors. Removing the Processor Expansion Module CAUTI...

Figure 13. Removing and Installing the Processor Expansion Module Filler Bracket 1. filler bracket 2. tabs (2) 3. notches (2) 4. standoffs (2) 5. QPI connector Installing The Processor Expansion Module CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform ...

13. Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new processors operate correctly. See Using System Diagnostics for available diagnostic tests. Cooling Shroud A cooling shroud is present only in a two-processor configuration. Removing The Cooling Shroud CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a c...

NOTE: For proper seating of the cooling shroud in the system chassis, ensure that the cables inside the system are routed along the chassis wall and secured using the cable securing bracket. 1. Align the tabs on the cooling shroud with the securing slots on either side of the chassis. 2. Lower the c...

System Memory Your system supports DDR3 unbuffered ECC DIMMs (ECC UDIMMs), registered DIMMs (RDIMMs), and load reduced DIMMs (LRDIMMs). It supports DDR3 and DDR3L voltage specifications. NOTE: MT/s indicates DIMM speed in MegaTransfers per second. Memory bus operating frequency can be either 800 MT/...

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

System Capacity (in GB) DIMM Size (in GB) Number of DIMMs Organization and Speed DIMM Slot Population 768 32 24 4R, x4, 1333 MT/s4R, x4, 1600 MT/s4R x4, 1866 MT/s A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6 1024 32 32 4R, x4, 1333 MT/s4R, x4, 1600 M...

5. To release the memory-module blank from the socket, simultaneously press the ejectors on both ends of the memory module socket. CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, making sure not to touch the middle of the memory module or metallic contacts. To avoid damaging the memory mo...

10. Close the system.11. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.12. Press <F2> to enter the System Setup, and check the memory settings. The system should have already changed the value to reflect the newly installed memory. 13....

Installing A 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank 1. If installed, remove the front bezel. 2. Insert the hard-drive blank into the hard-drive slot until the release button clicks into place. 3. If applicable, install the front bezel. Removing A Hot-Swap Hard Drive CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that you...

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-d...

10. If applicable, install the front bezel. Figure 24. Removing and Installing the Optical Drive 1. optical drive 2. power and data cable 3. release tab Installing The Optical Drive CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and ...

NOTE: In the event of a problem with a particular fan, the fan number is referenced by the system’s management software, allowing you to easily identify and replace the proper fan by noting the fan numbers on the cooling fan assembly. Removing A Cooling Fan WARNING: Opening or removing the system co...

4. Lift the cooling-fan assembly out of the chassis. Figure 26. Removing and Installing the Cooling-Fan Assembly 1. cooling-fan assembly 2. cooling fans (6) 3. release levers (2) 4. guide pins (2) 5. cooling-fan connectors (6) Installing The Cooling-Fan Assembly CAUTION: Many repairs may only be don...

Internal USB Memory Key (Optional) An optional USB memory key installed inside your system can be used as a boot device, security key, or mass storage device. The USB connector must be enabled by the Internal USB Port option in the Integrated Devices screen of the System Setup.To boot from the USB m...

Expansion Cards And Expansion-Card Risers NOTE: A missing or an unsupported expansion-card riser logs an SEL event. It does not prevent your system from powering on and no BIOS POST message or F1/F2 pause is displayed. Expansion Cards Installation Guidelines The following PCI Express Generation 3 ex...

Card Priority Card Type Form Factor Slot Priority Max Allowed Low Profile 3, 4, 5 2 8 Fibre Channel 8 Gb Dual Port Full Height 6, 2, 1 3 Low Profile 3, 4, 5 2 9 Fibre Channel 8 Gb Single Port Full Height 6, 2, 1 3 Low Profile 3, 4, 5 3 10 Fibre Channel 4 Gb Single/Dual Port Full Height 6, 2, 1 3 11 ...

Installing An Expansion Card Into The Expansion-Card Riser 1 Or 2 CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and su...

Figure 32. Removing and Installing a Full-Height Expansion Card From the Expansion-Card Riser 3 1. grooves (2) 2. expansion-card holder 3. tab 4. expansion card Installing An Expansion Card Into The Expansion-Card Riser 3 CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You ...

8. If applicable, connect any cables to the expansion card. 9. Close the system. 10. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.11. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card. Removing ...

Figure 38. Connectors on the Expansion Card Riser 3 1. chassis intrusion switch 2. expansion-card connector (slot 6) 3. expansion-card connector (slot 7) 4. If applicable, remove or install an expansion card on the riser. 5. Replace the expansion-card riser. 6. Close the system. 7. Reconnect the sys...

Replacing An SD vFlash Card 1. Locate the vFlash media slot on the front of the system. 2. To remove the installed SD vFlash card, push inward on the card to release it, and pull the card from the card slot. Figure 39. Removing and Installing the SD vFlash Card 1. SD vFlash card 2. SD vFlash card sl...

7. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals. Figure 40. Removing and Installing the Internal Dual SD Module 1. blue pull tab 2. SD card 1 3. SD card 2 4. dual SD module 5. dual SD module connector 6. retention tab Installing the Interna...

Internal SD Card Removing An Internal SD Card CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage d...

Removing The Integrated Storage Controller Card CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage...

Figure 44. Cable Routing for the Integrated Storage Controller Card 1. cable securing bracket 2. cable securing guide 3. SAS cables (2) Installing The Integrated Storage Controller Card CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting ...

Removing The Network Daughter Card CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servi...

Installing The Network Daughter Card CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to ser...

11. Lift the processor out of the socket and leave the release lever up so that the socket is ready for the new processor. Figure 49. Removing and Installing a Processor 1. processor socket-release lever 2. pin 1 indicator 3. processor socket-release lever 4. processor shield 5. processor 6. ZIF soc...

6. With the release levers on the processor socket in the open position, align pin 1 of the processor, using pin 1 position guide on the socket, as reference and set the processor lightly in the socket. CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it e...

output voltage of the active power supply. If the output voltage of the active power supply drops, the redundant power supply in the sleep state returns to an active output state.The active power supply can also activate a sleeping power supply if having both power supplies active is more efficient ...

Installing An AC Power Supply CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing ...

Assembling The DC Input Power Wires WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself. All electrical wiring must comply with applicab...

CAUTION: The system requires one power supply for normal operation. On power-redundant systems, remove and replace only one power supply at a time in a system that is powered on. NOTE: You may have to unlatch and lift the optional cable management arm if it interferes with power supply removal. For ...

5. Install the DC power connector in the power supply. CAUTION: When connecting the power wires, secure the wires with the strap to the power supply handle. 6. Connect the wires to a DC power source. NOTE: When installing, hot-swapping, or hot-adding a new power supply, allow several seconds for the...

2.5 inch (x4) Dell PowerEdge Express Flash (PCIe SSD) backplane Removing The Hard-Drive Backplane CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the on...

3. power connector 4. signal connector 5. power connector Figure 65. Cabling Diagram—2.5 Inch (x16) Hard-Drive Backplane 1. cable securing guide 2. PERC card 3. system board 4. cable retention bracket 5. power connector 6. SAS A connector 7. SAS B connector 8. signal connector 9. hard drive backplan...

5. Route the cables along the chassis wall. 6. Install the hard drives in their original locations. 7. Close the system. 8. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals. 9. If applicable, install the front bezel. Control Panel Assembly Remo...

8. Push the information tag out of the slot to remove it from the control panel assembly. NOTE: Retain the information tag for replacement in the new control panel assembly. Figure 67. Removing and Installing the Information Tag 1. information tag 2. tabs (2) Installing The Control-Panel Assembly CA...

8. Grasp the system-board holder, slide the system board toward the front of the system, and lift the system board out of the chassis. CAUTION: Do not lift the system board assembly by grasping a memory module, processor, or other components. Figure 68. Removing and Installing the System Board 1. sy...

4 Troubleshooting Your System Safety First—For You And Your System CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and s...

7. Power down all attached USB devices and disconnect them from the system. 8. Reboot the system and, if your keyboard is functioning, enter the System Setup. Verify that all USB ports are enabled on the Integrated Devices screen, in the System Setup options.If your keyboard is not functioning, you ...

3. Disassemble components from the system: • Hard drive carriers • Hard-drive backplane • USB memory key • Cooling shroud/processor expansion module • Expansion cards and expansion card risers • Power supply(s) • Cooling-fan assembly • Processor(s) and heat sink(s) • Memory modules • Network daughte...

Troubleshooting The System Battery CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servi...

Troubleshooting Cooling Fans CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing t...

16. If the memory problem is still indicated, repeat step 12 through step 15 for each memory module installed. If the problem persists after all memory modules have been checked, see Getting Help . Troubleshooting An Internal USB Key CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service tech...

11. Check if the SD card is functioning properly. If the problem persists, see Getting Help . Troubleshooting An Optical Drive CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentat...

CAUTION: This troubleshooting procedure can erase data stored on the hard drive. Before you proceed, back up all files on the hard drive. 1. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see Using System Diagnostics . Depending on the results of the diagnostics test, proceed as needed t...

5 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 unabl...

6 Jumpers And Connectors System Board Jumper Settings For information on resetting the password jumper to disable a password, see Disabling A Forgotten Password. Table 3. System Board Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Description PWRD_EN (default) The password feature is enabled (pins 4–6). The passwor...

System Board Connectors Figure 69. System Board Connectors Item Connector Description 1 CYC_ID System identification button 2 CYC System identification connector 3 IDRAC iDRAC7 connector 4 VGA Video connector 5 COM1 Serial connector 6 NDC Network daughter card connector 7 USB_REAR_2 USB rear connect...

Disabling A Forgotten Password The system's software security features 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. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service techn...

7 Technical Specifications Processor Processor type Two or four Intel Xeon processor E5-4600 and E5-4600 v2 product family Expansion Bus Bus type PCI Express Generation 3 Expansion slots using riser card: Riser 1 (Slot 1) One full-height, half-length x16 connector (Slot 2) One full-height, half-leng...

8 System Messages LCD Messages NOTE: Applicable only if your system has an LCD display. The LCD messages consist of brief text messages that refer to events recorded in the System Event Log (SEL). For information on the SEL and configuring system management settings, see the systems management softw...

Error Code Message Information Action 1. Review system logs for power supply exceptions. 2. Re-configure the system to minimum configuration, inspect and reinstall system cables. 3. If the issue persists, see Getting Help . Warning Messages A warning message alerts you to a possible problem and prom...

9 Getting Help Contacting Dell NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country ...