Dell FC430 - Manual

Figure 3. SSD indicators 1. drive activity indicator (green) 2. drive status indicator (green and amber) NOTE: If the drive is in theAdvanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) mode, the status LED (on the right side) does not function and remains OFF. Drive-Status Indicator Pattern Condition Blinks g...

Documentation matrix The documentation matrix provides information about documents that you can refer to, for setting up and managing your system. To... Refer to... Set up your system and know the system technical specifications Getting Started With Your System Install the operating system Operating...

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

2 Performing initial system configuration After you receive your PowerEdge system, you must set up your system in the enclosure, 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 sled. 2. Remove the I/O...

Logging in to iDRAC You can log in to iDRAC as an iDRAC user, a Microsoft Active Directory user, or a Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) user. You can also log in using Single Sign-On or Smart Card. The default user name is root and password is calvin . For more information on logging in t...

3 Pre-operating system management applications The pre-operating system management applications for your PowerEdge system help you manage different settings and features of your system without booting to the operating system.Your PowerEdge system has the following pre-operating system management app...

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 s...

Menu Item Description NOTE: Selecting All Ports Off will disable the USB management port and also restrict access to iDRAC features. Integrated RAID Controller Allows you to enable or disable the integrated RAID controller. Integrated Network Card Allows you to enable or disable the Integrated Netwo...

Menu Item Description External Serial Connector You can associate the External Serial Connector to Serial Device 1. Failsafe Baud Rate Displays the failsafe baud rate for console redirection. The BIOS attempts to determine the baud rate automatically. This failsafe baud rate is used only if the atte...

Menu Item Description Memory Refresh Rate Sets the memory refresh rate to either 1x or 2x. By default, the Memory Refresh Rate option is set to 1x . Uncore Frequency Selects the Processor Uncore Frequency . Dynamic mode allows the processor to optimize power resources across the cores and uncore dur...

Menu Item Description Authorized Signature Database Allows you to import, export, delete, or restore entries in the Authorized Signature Database (db). Forbidden Signature Database Allows you to import, export, delete, or restore entries in the Forbidden Signature Database (dbx). Miscellaneous Setti...

Menu Item Description next time system reset occurs. The Enabled option executes ISC and forces an immediate system reset so that ISC results can be applied. It takes the system longer to be ready due to the forced system reset. When disabled, ISC does not execute. About Boot Manager Boot Manager en...

Entering the iDRAC Settings utility 1. Turn on or restart the managed system. 2. Press <F2> during Power-on Self-test (POST). 3. In the System Setup Main Menu page, click iDRAC Settings . The iDRAC Settings page is displayed. 33

4 Installing and removing sled components This section provides information on installing and removing the sled components. For information on installing and removing the enclosure components, see the enclosure Owner's Manual at dell.com/ poweredgemanuals . Customer and field replaceable units The f...

NOTE: To ensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the system must be populated at all times with either a system component or with a blank. Before working inside your system 1. Turn off the sled using the CMC. 2. Remove the sled from the enclosure. 3. Install the I/O connector cover. After w...

NOTE: For more information on the interposer connections, refer to the Dell PowerEdge FX2 and FX2s Enclosure Owner’s Manual at dell.com/poweredgemanuals . Figure 5. Removing and installing a sled 1. release button 2. sled handle 3. sled 4. FX2 or FX2s enclosure Next steps 1. Follow the procedure lis...

Inside the sled Figure 6. Inside the sled 1. SSD cage 2. vFlash/SD card multifunction slot 3. SD card slot 4. IDSDM card 5. SSD backplane touch points 6. processor 2 7. memory modules (processor 1) 8. system board 9. LAN on Motherboard riser 10. processor 1 11. cooling shroud 12. memory modules (pro...

Installing the cooling shroud 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...

DIMM Type DIMMs Populated Per Channel Operating Frequency (in MT/s) For 1.2 V Maximum DIMM Rank Per Channel 2133, 1866, 1600, 1333 LRDIMM 1 2133, 1866, 1600, 1333 Quad rank Figure 8. Memory socket locations Memory channels are organized as follows: Processor 1 channel 0: slot A2 channel 1: slot A1 c...

Processor Configuration Memory population rules Memory population information Single CPU Mirroring population order. {1,2},{3,4} See Mirroring note. Sample memory configurations The following tables show sample memory configurations that follow the appropriate memory guidelines stated in this sectio...

Table 4. Memory configurations – dual processor System Capacity (in GB) DIMM Size (in GB) Number of DIMMs Organization and Speed DIMM Slot Population 8 4 2 1R x8, 2133 MT/s A1, B1 16 4 4 1R x8, 2133 MT/s A1, A2, B1, B2 16 8 2 2R x4, 2133 MT/s A1, B1 32 4 8 1R x8, 2133 MT/s A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3...

Installing memory modules Prerequisites WARNING: The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components or metallic contact...

NOTE: If the System Memory Size is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Ensure that the memory modules are firmly seated in their sockets. 4. Run the system memory test in the system diagnostics. Related Links Removing the cooling shroudInstalling the cooling s...

Installing the PCIe mezzanine 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. Damag...

Internal Dual SD Module (IDSDM) card The IDSDM card provides one SD card slot, one vFlash card slot and a shared USB interface for the embedded hypervisor. This card offers the following features: • Single card operation — single card operation is supported, but without redundancy.• Dual card operat...

Figure 12. Replacing an internal SD card 1. SD card slot 2. SD card Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system . 2. Enter System Setup and ensure that the Internal SD Card Port is enabled. 3. Check if the new SD card is functioning properly. If the problem persists...

NOTE: The slot is keyed to ensure correct insertion of the card. 2. Press the card into the card slot to lock it into place. Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system . 2. Enter System Setup and ensure that the Internal SD Card Port is enabled. 3. Check if the new...

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

SD vFlash card You can use an SD vFlash card with your system. The card slot is located on the IDSDM card. You can remove and install the SD vFlash card Replacing the SD vFlash card Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubl...

Figure 15. Removing and installing the LOM riser card 1. LOM riser card 2. screw (2) 3. standoff (2) 4. connector on the system board Next steps 1. Install the LOM riser card. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system . Related Links Installing the LOM riser card Installing ...

Steps1. Align the screw holes on the card with the standoffs on the system board. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the LOM riser card, you must hold the card only by its edges. 2. Press the card into place until the card connector fits into the corresponding connector on the system board. 3. Secure the...

Figure 17. Removing and installing the 140 W heat sink 1. screw hole (6) 2. heat sink 3. processor socket (2) Next steps 1. Remove the processor. Related Links Removing the cooling shroudRemoving a processor Removing a processor Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified ser...

Removing the cooling shroudRemoving a heat sinkInstalling a processor-and-DIMM blankInstalling a processorInstalling a heat sink Installing a processor Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs a...

a. Identify the pin-1 corner of the processor by locating the tiny gold triangle on one corner of the processor. Place this corner in the same corner of the ZIF socket identified by a corresponding triangle on the system board. b. Align the pin-1 corner of the processor with the pin-1 corner of the ...

NOTE: You must remove the processor-and-DIMM blank when using a dual processor configuration or to service other components inside the system. 1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system . 3. Remove the cooling shroud. Steps1....

1. Remove the SSD carrier out of the sled. 2. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . Steps Pull the rails on the side of the carrier and lift the SSD out of the carrier. Figure 22. Removing and installing an SSD in an SSD carrier 1. SSD carrier 2. SSD Next steps 1. Install an SSD in the SSD ...

Steps Insert the SSD into the SSD carrier with the connector end of the SSD toward the back of the carrier. When aligned correctly, the back of the SSD is flush with the back of the SSD carrier. Next steps Install the SSD carrier into the sled. Related Links Removing an SSD carrierRemoving an SSD fr...

Figure 23. Removing and installing an SSD 1. release button 2. SSD in the carrier 3. SSD carrier handle Next steps 1. If you are removing an SSD permanently, install the SSD blank. If you are installing a new SSD, see Installing an SSD carrier . 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside...

Steps1. Press the release button to open the SSD carrier handle. 2. Slide the SSD carrier into the drive bay and push it until the handle makes contact with the sled. 3. Rotate the carrier handle to the closed position while pushing the carrier into the slot until it locks into place.The status LED ...

Figure 24. Removing and installing an SSD blank 1. SSD blank 2. release latch Next steps Install the SSD Related Links Installing an SSD carrier Installing an SSD blank Prerequisites 1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. Remove an SSD. Steps Insert the SSD blank into the SSD slot unti...

Installing the SSD cage 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...

Solid State Drive (SSD) backplane The SSD backplane of your system allows you to use hot-swappable SSDs. You can remove and install the SSD backplane. Removing the SSD backplane Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troublesho...

Figure 26. Removing and installing the SSD backplane 1. SSD backplane connector on system board 2. captive screw (2) 3. SSD backplane 4. screw hole on the SSD cage (2) 5. SSD cage Next steps 1. Install the SSD backplane. 2. Install the SSD carrier(s). 3. Follow the procedure listed in After working ...

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions . 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system . 3. Remove the SSD backplane. 4. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready. Steps1. Align the screws on the SSD backplane with the screw holes on the SSD cage. 2. Press the SSD backpla...

5. Place the battery straight down into the connector and push the positive side of the battery till the battery snaps into place. Figure 27. Replacing the NVRAM backup battery 1. negative side of battery connector 2. positive side of battery Next steps 1. Install the cooling shroud. 2. Follow the p...

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 your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due t...

4. Import your new or existing iDRAC Enterprise license. See the iDRAC8 User's Guide at dell.com/ esmmanuals . 5. Ensure that you: a. Use the Easy Restore feature to restore the Service Tag. For more information, see Restoring the Service Tag using Easy Restore . b. If the Service Tag is not backed ...

Entering the system Service Tag using System Setup If you know the system Service Tag, use System Setup menu 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 ...

Figure 30. Installing the TPM 1. TPM 2. TPM connector 3. guide pin 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 ....

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...

If the test fails, see Getting help . Troubleshooting Solid State Drives 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 tel...

4. Connect the USB devices to the sled using a powered USB hub. 5. If another sled is installed, connect the USB device to that sled. If the USB device works with a different sled, the first sled’s USB ports may be faulty. See Getting help . Troubleshooting an internal SD card Prerequisites CAUTION:...

7. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see Using system diagnostics . If the problem persists, see Getting help . Troubleshooting the system board Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting an...

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...

System diagnostics controls Menu Description Configuration Displays the configuration and status information of all detected devices. Results Displays the results of all tests that are executed. System Health Provides the current overview of the system performance. Event Log Displays a time-stamped ...

7 Jumpers and connectors System board jumper settings 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. ...

System board connectors Figure 31. System board connectors Table 6. System board connectors Ite m Connector Description 1 DCS IB MEZZ PCIe mezzanine card connector 2 J_IDSDM IDSDM/vFlash and USB connector 3 J_SSDBP SSD backplane connector 4 CPU2 Processor socket 2 5 BAT1 System battery 6 A4, A3, A2,...

Disabling a forgotten password The software security features of sled 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 certified...

8 Technical specifications Processor Processor type One or two Intel Haswell EP product family processors or a single Intel Xeon E5-1600v3 product family processor. Memory Architecture 2133 MT/s, 1866 MT/s, 1600 MT/s, and 1333 MT/s DDR4 registered, load-reduced Error Correcting Code (ECC) DIMMs. Mem...

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...