Page 3 - Contents
Contents 1 About your system................................................................................................ 8 Supported configurations ..................................................................................................................... 8 Front-panel features and ind...
Page 8 - About your system; Supported configurations; Front-panel features and indicators
1 About your system The Dell PowerEdge R630 is a rack server that support up to two processors based on the Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 processor family, up to 24 DIMMs, and storage capacity of up to 28 drive slots. NOTE: The Dell PowerEdge R630 system supports only internal, hot-swappable hard drives. Su...
Page 13 - LCD panel features
Item Indicator, Button, or Connector Icon Description Use this button only if directed to do so by qualified support personnel or by the operating system documentation. 5 System identification button The identification buttons on the front and back panels can be used to locate a particular system wi...
Page 14 - Home screen
• The LCD backlight is off when the system is in standby mode and can be turned on by pressing either the Select, Left, or Right button on the LCD panel. • The LCD backlight remains off if LCD messaging is turned off through the iDRAC utility, the LCD panel, or other tools. Figure 4. LCD panel featu...
Page 15 - View menu; Diagnostic indicators
Option Description iDRAC Select DHCP or Static IP to configure the network mode. If Static IP is selected, the available fields are IP , Subnet (Sub) , and Gateway (Gtw) . Select Setup DNS to enable DNS and to view domain addresses. Two separate DNS entries are available. Set error Select SEL to dis...
Page 17 - Hard drive indicator codes
Hard drive indicator codes Figure 5. Hard drive indicators 1. hard drive activity indicator 2. hard drive status indicator 3. hard drive NOTE: If the hard drive is in Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) mode, the status indicator (on the right side) does not function and remains off. Drive-sta...
Page 18 - iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes
iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes NOTE: The iDRAC Direct LED indicator does not light up for the USB mode. Figure 6. iDRAC Direct LED indicator 1. iDRAC Direct status indicator The table below displays iDRAC Direct activity when configuring iDRAC Direct by using the management port (USB XML Import). ...
Page 19 - Quick Sync indicator codes
iDRAC Direct LED indicator pattern Condition Turns off Indicates that the laptop is unplugged. Quick Sync indicator codes Figure 7. Quick Sync indicator codes 1. Quick Sync status indicator 2. Quick Sync activation button Power indicator pattern Condition Slow blink Quick Sync is waiting to be confi...
Page 20 - Back-panel features and indicators
Power indicator pattern Condition NOTE: For security purposes, Quick Sync turns off after thirty seconds of in-activity after the activation button is pressed. Once timed-out, the user is expected to press the activation button again to activate Quick Sync. Back-panel features and indicators Figure ...
Page 23 - NIC indicator codes
Item Indicator, Button, or Connector Icon Description Four integrated connectors:• Two integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC connectors • Two integrated 100 Mbps/1 Gbps/10 Gbps SFP + connectors 11 Power supply (PSU1) AC 495 W, 750 W, or 1100 W Or DC 750 W or 1100 W 12 Power supply (PSU2) NIC indicator cod...
Page 24 - Power supply unit indicator codes
Power supply unit indicator codes Each AC power supply unit (PSU) has an illuminated translucent handle and each DC PSU (when available) has an LED that serves as an indicator to show whether power is present or a power fault has occurred. Figure 11. AC PSU status indicator 1. AC PSU status indicato...
Page 26 - Documentation matrix
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 flashes green. This indicates that there is a PSU mismatch with respect to efficiency, feature set, health stat...
Page 27 - Quick Resource Locator
To... Refer to... Configure and log in to iDRAC, set up managed and management system, know the iDRAC features and troubleshoot using iDRAC Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at Dell.com/esmmanuals Know about the RACADM subcommands and supported RACADM interfaces RACADM Command Li...
Page 28 - Performing initial system configuration; Setting up your system; Setting up and configuring the iDRAC IP address
2 Performing initial system configuration After you receive your system, you must set up your system, install the operating system if it is not pre-installed, and set up and configure the system iDRAC IP address. Setting up your system 1. Unpack the system. 2. Install the system into the rack. For m...
Page 29 - Logging in to iDRAC; Methods of installing the operating system; Managing your system remotely
Logging in to iDRAC You can log in to iDRAC as an iDRAC local user, a Microsoft Active Directory user, or a Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) user. You can also log in by using Single Sign-On or a Smart Card. The default user name is root and password is calvin . For more information on l...
Page 31 - Navigation keys
3 Pre-operating system management applications The pre-operating system management applications for your system help you manage different settings and features without booting to the operating system.Your system has the following pre-operating system management applications: • System Setup• Boot Man...
Page 32 - About System Setup; Entering system setup
About System Setup Using System Setup , you can configure the BIOS settings, iDRAC settings, and device settings of your system.You can access System Setup in two ways: • Standard Graphical Browser — This is enabled by default.• Text Browser — This is enabled by using Console Redirection. NOTE: By d...
Page 33 - System Information screen
Menu Item Description System Information Displays information about the system such as the system model name, BIOS version, and Service Tag. Memory Settings Displays information and options related to the installed memory. Processor Settings Displays information and options related to the processor ...
Page 36 - SATA Settings screen
Menu Item Description Processor 1 NOTE: Depending on the number of installed CPUs, there may be up to four processor listings. The following settings are displayed for each processor installed in the system. Family-Model-Stepping Displays the family, model and stepping of the processor as defined by...
Page 38 - Boot Settings screen
Menu Item Description Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for removable media devices such as optical drives. Port H Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it t...
Page 41 - Serial Communication screen
Menu Item Description delays in system startup. If the slot is disabled, both the Option ROM and UEFI driver are disabled. Serial Communication screen You can use the Serial Communication screen to view the properties of the serial communication port. To view the Serial Communication screen, click S...
Page 42 - System Profile Settings screen
System Profile Settings screen You can use the System Profile Settings screen to enable specific system performance settings such as power management.To view the System Profile Settings screen, click System Setup Main Menu → System BIOS → System Profile Settings . The System Profile Settings screen ...
Page 43 - System Security Settings screen
Menu Item Description The CPU uses the setting to manipulate the internal behavior of the processor and determines whether to target higher performance or better power savings. Number of Turbo Boot Enabled Cores for Processor 1 NOTE: If there are two processors installed in the system, you see an en...
Page 44 - Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings screen
Menu Item Description TPM Command CAUTION: Clearing the TPM results in the loss of all keys in the TPM. The loss of TPM keys may affect booting to the operating system. Clears all the contents of the TPM. By default, the TPM Clear option is set to No . Intel TXT Enables or disables the Intel Trusted...
Page 45 - Miscellaneous Settings screen
Menu Item Description Platform Key Imports, exports, deletes, or restores the platform key (PK). Key Exchange Key Database Enables you to import, export, delete, or restore entries in the Key Exchange Key (KEK) Database. Authorized Signature Database Imports, exports, deletes, or restores entries in...
Page 46 - About Boot Manager; Entering Boot Manager
Menu Item Description When enabled, In-System Characterization (ISC) executes during POST upon detecting relevant change(s) in system configuration. This helps in optimizing the system power and performance. ISC takes about 20 seconds to execute, and system reset is required for ISC results to be ap...
Page 50 - Safety instructions; After working inside your system
4 Installing and removing system components Safety instructions WARNING: Whenever you need to lift the system, get others to assist you. To avoid injury, do not attempt to lift the system by yourself. WARNING: Opening or removing the system cover while the system is powered on may expose you to a ri...
Page 51 - Recommended tools; Removing the front bezel
For more information, see Installing the system cover . 2. Install the optional bezel. 3. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and peripherals. 4. Turn the system on, including any attached peripherals. Recommended tools You need the following tools to perform the removal and installation p...
Page 53 - Installing the front bezel; Removing the system cover
Installing the front bezel 1. Hook the right end of the bezel onto the chassis. 2. Fit the free end of the bezel onto the system. 3. Secure the bezel with the keylock. Removing the system cover Prerequisites 1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. Turn off the system, including any atta...
Page 55 - Inside the system
Inside the system CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not ...
Page 57 - Cooling shroud; Removing the cooling shroud
13. DIMMs (12) 14. expander board 15. hard drive Cooling shroud Removing the cooling shroud Prerequisites 1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system . CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. ...
Page 58 - Installing the cooling shroud; System memory
Installing the cooling shroud Prerequisites • Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online ...
Page 60 - General memory module installation guidelines
channel 3: slots B4, B8, and B12 The following table shows the memory populations and operating frequencies for the supported configurations. DIMM Type DIMMs Populated/ Channel Operating Frequency (in MT/s) Maximum DIMM Rank/Channel 1.2 V RDIMM 1 2133, 1866, 1600, 1333 Dual rank or single rank 2 213...
Page 61 - Mode-specific guidelines; Memory optimized (independent channel) mode; Memory sparing
Mode-specific guidelines Four memory channels are allocated to each processor. The allowable configurations depend on the memory mode selected. NOTE: You can mix x4 and x8 DRAM based DIMMs to support RAS features. However, all guidelines for specific RAS features must be followed. x4 DRAM based DIMM...
Page 62 - Sample memory configurations
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 technolo...
Page 65 - Removing memory modules
Removing memory modules Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to se...
Page 66 - Installing memory modules
Figure 20. Removing and installing a memory module 1. memory module 2. memory module socket 3. memory module socket ejector (2) Installing memory modules Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs...
Page 68 - Hard drives
4. If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Ensure that the memory module is firmly seated in the memory module socket. 5. Run the system memory test in system diagnostics. Hard drives All hard drives connect to the system board through the hard-dri...
Page 70 - Removing a hot swappable hard drive/SSD
Figure 23. Removing and installing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank 1. hard-drive blank 2. release button Next steps If applicable, install the front bezel. Installing a 1.8 inch hard-drive blank Prerequisites 1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. Step...
Page 72 - Installing a hot-swap hard drive
Figure 25. Removing and installing a 1.8 inch hot-swappable uSATA SSD 1. release button 2. SSD carrier 3. SSD carrier handle Installing a hot-swap hard drive Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple rep...
Page 73 - Removing a hard drive from a hard-drive carrier
Steps1. If a hard-drive blank is installed in the hard-drive slot, remove it. 2. Install a hard drive in the hard-drive carrier. For more information, see Installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier . 3. Press the release button on the front of the hard-drive carrier and open the hard-drive ca...
Page 74 - Installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier; Removing a 1.8 inch hard drive from a hard-drive carrier
Installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and supp...
Page 75 - Installing a 1.8 inch hard drive into a hard-drive carrier; Removing the optical drive
Figure 27. Removing and installing a 1.8 hard drive into a hard-drive carrier 1. hard drive carrier 2. hard-drive Installing a 1.8 inch hard drive into a hard-drive carrier Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting...
Page 76 - Installing the 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 documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell...
Page 77 - Removing the slim optical drive blank
2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system . NOTE: This procedure applies only to PowerEdge R730 systems. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product docume...
Page 78 - Installing the slim optical drive blank; Cooling fans
Figure 29. Removing and installing the slim optical drive blank 1. slim optical drive blank 2. optical drive blank lock Installing the slim optical drive blank Prerequisites Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You s...
Page 79 - Removing a cooling fan
NOTE: In the event of a problem with a particular fan, the fan number is referenced by the system management software, allowing you to easily identify and replace the proper fan by noting the fan numbers on the cooling-fan assembly. Removing a cooling fan Prerequisites 1. Ensure that you read the Sa...
Page 80 - Installing a cooling fan
Steps Hold the fan and lift it out of the system. Next steps Figure 30. Removing and installing a cooling fan 1. cooling fans (7) 2. cooling fan connectors (7) Installing a cooling fan Prerequisites 1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working in...
Page 81 - Replacing the internal USB key
Internal USB memory key (optional) An optional USB memory key installed inside your system can be used as a boot device, security key, or mass storage device. The USB connector must be enabled by using the Internal USB Port option in the Integrated Devices screen of the System Setup menu. To boot fr...
Page 82 - Expansion cards and expansion-card risers; Expansion card installation guidelines
Figure 31. Replacing the internal USB key 1. USB memory key 2. USB memory key connector Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system . 2. While booting, press <F2> to enter System Setup and verify that the USB key is detected by the system. Expansion cards and ...
Page 83 - Removing an expansion card
Table 4. Systems supporting two PCIe expansion cards Riser PCIe Slot Processor Connection Height Length Link Width Slot Width 2 1 Processor 1 Low Profile Half Length x8 x16 Processor 2 Low Profile Half Length x16 x16 3 2 Processor 1 Full height Three-fourth Length x16 x16 NOTE: Only a three-fourth l...
Page 85 - Installing an expansion card; Removing expansion-card risers
Installing an expansion card Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due ...
Page 87 - Installing expansion card risers
Figure 34. Removing and installing the expansion card riser 3 1. connector 2. expansion card riser 3 3. expansion card release latch 2. If applicable, remove or install an expansion card on the riser. 3. Replace the expansion-card riser. Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside...
Page 88 - SD vFlash media card; Replacing a SD vFlash card
3. Lower the expansion-card riser into place until the expansion-card riser connector is fully seated in the connector. Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system . 2. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card. ...
Page 89 - Internal dual SD module; Removing the internal dual SD module
Internal dual SD module The Internal Dual SD Module (IDSDM) card provides two SD card slots. This card offers the following features: • Dual card operation — maintains a mirrored configuration by using SD cards in both the slots and provides redundancy. NOTE: When the Redundancy option is set to Mir...
Page 91 - Installing the internal dual SD module; Internal SD card; Removing an internal SD Card
Convention IDSDM indicator code Description E Not lit Indicates that the card is missing or is booting Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system . Installing the internal dual SD module Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service techn...
Page 92 - Installing an internal SD card; Integrated storage controller card; Removing the integrated storage controller card
Steps Locate the SD card slot on the internal dual SD module or the backplane expander board and press inward on the card to release it from the slot and remove the card. Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system . Installing an internal SD card Prerequisites 1. Ensu...
Page 94 - Installing the integrated storage controller card; Network daughter card
Next steps 1. Replace the expansion-card riser 1. 2. Replace the cooling shroud. 3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system . Installing the integrated storage controller card Prerequisites 1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. Follow the procedure listed in Be...
Page 95 - Removing the network daughter card
Removing the network daughter card Prerequisites 1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system . 3. Keep the #2 Philips screwdriver handy. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only...
Page 96 - Installing the network daughter card
Example Figure 38. Removing and installing the network daughter card 1. captive screw socket (2) 2. connector on the system board 3. captive screw (2) 4. touch point (2) 5. network daughter card 6. back panel slots for Ethernet connectors Installing the network daughter card Prerequisites 1. Ensure ...
Page 97 - Processors; Removing a processor
NOTE: If the server has three PCIe cards, ensure that you install the PCIe cooling shroud in your system. Steps1. Angle the card so that the Ethernet connectors fit through the slot in the back panel. 2. Align the captive screws at the back-end of the card with the screw holes on the system board. 3...
Page 101 - Installing a processor
Installing a processor Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to ser...
Page 103 - Power supply units; Hot Spare feature
NOTE: The thermal-grease is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringe after you use it. c. Place the heat sink onto the processor.d. Tighten the four screws to secure the heat sink to the system board. NOTE: Tighten the screws diagonally opposite to each other. Do not over-tighten the h...
Page 104 - Removing the power supply unit blank
If having both PSUs active is more efficient than having one PSU in a sleep state, the active PSU can also activate a sleeping PSU. The default PSU settings are as follows: • If the load on the active PSU is more than 50%, then the redundant PSU is switched to the active state.• If the load on the a...
Page 105 - Installing the power supply unit blank; Removing an AC power supply unit
Figure 43. Removing and installing the power supply blank 1. power supply blank 2. power supply bay Installing the power supply unit blank Install the power supply unit blank only in the second power supply unit bay. To install the power supply unit blank, align the blank with the power supply unit ...
Page 106 - Installing an AC power supply unit
Figure 44. Removing and installing an AC power supply unit 1. release latch 2. power supply unit cable connector 3. power supply unit 4. connector 5. power supply unit handle Installing an AC power supply unit Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. Yo...
Page 107 - Wiring instructions for a DC power supply unit; Input requirements
NOTE: When installing, hot-swapping, or hot-adding a new power supply unit, wait for 15 seconds for the system to recognize the power supply unit and determine its status. The power supply redundancy may not occur until discovery is complete. Wait until the new power supply unit is discovered and en...
Page 108 - Removing a DC power supply unit
Removing a DC power supply unit Prerequisites 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 wit...
Page 109 - Installing a DC power supply unit; System battery; Replacing the system battery
Installing a DC power supply unit Prerequisites 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 w...
Page 112 - Removing the hard-drive backplane
Removing the hard-drive backplane Prerequisites 1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system . 3. Remove all hard drives. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform trouble...
Page 118 - Installing the hard-drive backplane; Control panel assembly; Removing the control panel board–8 hard drive system
Installing the hard-drive backplane Prerequisites 1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system . CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repai...
Page 119 - Installing the control panel board–8 hard drive system
Figure 54. Removing and installing the control panel board 1. control panel board 2. screws (2) 3. control-panel cable 4. display module cable Installing the control panel board–8 hard drive system Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should onl...
Page 120 - Removing the control panel–8 hard–drive system
4. If required, route the power/data cables along the chassis wall. Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system . Removing the control panel–8 hard–drive system Prerequisites 1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before wor...
Page 121 - Installing the control panel–8 hard drive system
Figure 55. Removing and installing the control panel 1. control panel 2. notch on chassis front wall (2) 3. display module ZIF connector 4. display module cable Installing the control panel–8 hard drive system Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. Yo...
Page 122 - Removing the control panel–10 hard–drive and 24–hard drive system
CAUTION: The display module connector is a ZIF (zero insertion force) connector. Ensure that the locking tab on the connector is released before removal and insertion. The locking tab must be engaged after insertion. 5. Connect the display module cable to the control panel board. Next steps Follow t...
Page 124 - VGA Module; Removing the VGA module
Steps1. Route the control panel cable through the chassis and connect the control panel cable to the control panel. 2. Push the control panel into the chassis till it snaps into place. 3. Using a #1 Philips screwdriver, replace the screw (located at the bottom of the chassis) that secures the contro...
Page 125 - Installing the VGA module
Figure 57. Removing and Installing the VGA Module 1. screw 2. VGA module cable 3. VGA module 4. control panel Installing the VGA module Prerequisites NOTE: This procedure applies only to the 8-hard drive system. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should onl...
Page 126 - System board; Removing the system board
CAUTION: The display module connector is a ZIF (zero insertion force) connector. Ensure that the locking tab on the connector is released before removal and insertion. The locking tab must be engaged after insertion. 5. Connect the display module cables to the control panel board. Next steps Follow ...
Page 128 - Installing the system board
Figure 58. Removing and Installing the System Board 1. system board holder 2. system-board 3. release pin Installing the system board Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in yo...
Page 131 - Trusted Platform Module; Installing the Trusted Platform Module
Trusted Platform Module The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is used to generate or store keys, protect or authenticate passwords, and create or store digital certificates. TPM can also be used to enable the BitLocker hard drive encryption feature in Windows Server. CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove th...
Page 132 - Re-enabling the TPM for BitLocker users
Figure 59. Installing the TPM 1. TPM 2. TPM connector 3. slot on the TPM connector 4. plastic bolt 5. slot on the system board Re-enabling the TPM for BitLocker users Initialize the TPM.For more information on initializing the TPM, see http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ cc753140.aspx . The ...
Page 133 - Troubleshooting your system; Safety first—for you and your system
5 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...
Page 134 - Troubleshooting a USB device; Troubleshooting iDRAC Direct (USB XML configuration)
Troubleshooting a USB device About this task Follow steps 1 to 6 to troubleshoot a USB keyboard or mouse. For other USB devices, go to step 7. Steps1. 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 anot...
Page 135 - Troubleshooting iDRAC Direct (laptop connection); Troubleshooting a serial I/O device
3. Verify that the USB storage device is configured correctly. For more information on configuring the USB storage device, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at dell.com/ esmanuals . 4. In the IDRAC Settings Utility , ensure the USB Management Port Mode is configured as Au...
Page 136 - Troubleshooting a NIC; Troubleshooting a wet system
Troubleshooting a NIC Steps1. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. See Using System Diagnostics for available diagnostic tests. 2. Reboot 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 doe...
Page 137 - Troubleshooting a damaged system
• power supply unit(s)• cooling-fan assembly (if present)• cooling fans• processor(s) and heat sink(s)• memory modules 4. Let the system dry thoroughly for at least 24 hours. 5. Reinstall the components you removed in step 3. 6. Install the system cover. 7. Turn on the system and attached peripheral...
Page 138 - Troubleshooting the system battery; Troubleshooting power supply units; Troubleshooting power source problems
Next steps If the tests fail, see Getting Help . Troubleshooting the system battery Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the on...
Page 139 - Power supply unit problems; Troubleshooting cooling problems
6. Have a qualified electrician check the line voltage to ensure that it meets the required specifications. Power supply unit problems 1. Ensure that no loose connections exist.For example, loose power cables. 2. Ensure that the power supply handle/LED indicates that the power supply is working prop...
Page 140 - Troubleshooting cooling fans; Troubleshooting system memory
1. Run the command racadm help system.thermalsettings For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at dell.com/ esmmanuals . Troubleshooting cooling fans Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only per...
Page 141 - Troubleshooting an internal USB key
If the memory settings match the installed memory but the problem still persists, go to step 12. 5. Turn off 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 correctl...
Page 142 - Troubleshooting an SD card
Next steps If the problem is not resolved, see Getting Help . Troubleshooting an SD card Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by t...
Page 143 - Troubleshooting a tape backup unit
Steps1. Try using a different CD or DVD. 2. Enter the 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 off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet. 5. I...
Page 144 - Troubleshooting a hard drive; Troubleshooting a storage controller
Troubleshooting a hard drive Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due ...
Page 145 - Troubleshooting expansion cards
5. Ensure that each expansion card is firmly 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 off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the sy...
Page 146 - Troubleshooting processors; System messages; Warning messages
a. Turn off 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. For more information, see Using system diagnostics . Next step...
Page 147 - Diagnostic messages; Alert messages
Diagnostic messages The system diagnostic utilities may issue messages if you run diagnostic tests on your system. For more information about system diagnostics, see Using system diagnostics . Alert messages The systems management software generates alert messages for your system. Alert messages inc...
Page 148 - Dell embedded system diagnostics; When to use the embedded system diagnostics
6 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...
Page 149 - System diagnostics controls
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 start...
Page 150 - Jumpers and connectors; System board jumper settings
7 Jumpers and connectors System board jumper settings For information on resetting the password jumper to disable a password, see Disabling a forgotten password . Table 6. System board jumper settings Jumper Setting Description PWRD_EN (default) The password feature is enabled (pins 4–6). The passwo...
Page 151 - System board connectors
System board connectors Figure 60. System board connectors and jumpers Item Connector Description 1. J_BP_SIG1 Backplane signal connector 1 2. J_PS2 PSU 2 power connector 3. J_BP_SIG0 Backplane signal connector 0 4 J_SATA_CD Optical drive SATA connector 5. J_SATA_TBU SATA tape backup unit connector ...
Page 153 - Disabling a forgotten password
Item Connector Description 42 A12, A8, A4, A7, A11, A3 Memory module sockets 43 J_FAN1U_1 Cooling fan connector 44 J_CTRL_PNL Control panel connector 45 CPU1 Processor socket 1 46 J_FP_USB Front panel USB connector Disabling a forgotten password The system's software security features include a syst...
Page 154 - Technical specifications
8 Technical specifications Processor Processor type One or two Intel Xeon processor E5-2600 v3 product family Expansion Bus Bus type PCI Express Generation 3 Expansion cards For a list of supported expansion cards, see Expansion card installation guidelines . Expansion slots using riser card: Riser ...
Page 160 - Contacting Dell; Locating your system Service Tag
9 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 find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Availability varies by country and pr...