Dell PowerEdge Modular Systems Hardware Owner’s Manual
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Contents 1 About Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accessing System Features During Start-up System Overview. . . . . . . 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 System Control Panel Features LCD Module 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 LCD Module Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the LCD Module Menus Blade Features . 19 . . . . . . . . . . . 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 . . . .
Guidelines for Installing I/O Modules . . . . . . . . 52 Port Auto-Disablement in Quad-Port Network Daughter Card (PowerEdge M710HD Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Mezzanine Cards I/O Module Port Mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dell PowerConnect-KR 8024-k Switch Dell M8428-k 10 Gb Converged Network Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 . . . . . . . . . . 71 Mellanox M3601Q QDR Infiniband Switch I/O Module . . . . . . . .
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Warning Messages . Diagnostics Messages Alert Messages 2 115 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the System Setup Program and UEFI Boot Manager . . . . . . . Choosing the System Boot Mode . . . . . 137 . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Entering the System Setup Program . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Responding to Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . .
System and Setup Password Features. . . . . . . . . 151 . . . . . . . . . . . 151 . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Using the System Password Using the Setup Password 3 Installing Blade Components . Recommended Tools . . . . . . . . . 155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 . . . . . . . . . . . 155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Removing and Installing a Blade Removing a Blade . Installing a Blade . . . . . . . 158 Removing a Blade Blank . . .
Mezzanine Interface Card (PowerEdge M610x Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Removing the Mezzanine Interface Card. . . . . . 215 Installing the Mezzanine Interface Card . . . . . . 217 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 I/O Module Mezzanine Cards Installing a Mezzanine Card . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing a Mezzanine Card . SD Card . 219 . . . . . . . . . . . 222 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 PowerEdge M905 and M805 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Expansion-Card Riser . . . . . . . 239 Installing the Expansion-Card Riser . . . . . . . 243 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Processors . . . . . . . . 243 Removing a Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 Installing a Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Processor Installation Guidelines FlexMem Bridge (PowerEdge M910 Only) . . . . 261 HT Bridge Card (PowerEdge M905 Only) . . . . . 262 Blade System Board NVRAM Backup Battery. . . . . 265 .
Installing the Midplane Interface Card . 4 Installing Enclosure Components Power Supply Modules . . . . . 287 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Supply Blanks . 287 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 System Power Guidelines Removing a Power Supply Module . . . . . . . . . 288 . . . . . . . . . 291 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Installing a Power Supply Module Fan Modules . 285 . . . . . . Removing a Fan Module . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Enclosure Control Panel . . . . . . 303 . . . . . . 305 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Installing the Enclosure Control Panel LCD Module 5 Removing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Installing the LCD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . 307 Troubleshooting Your System . . . . . . . . 309 . . . . . . . . 309 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Safety First—For You and Your System Start-Up Routine Checking the Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Blade Memory Troubleshooting Hard Drives . . . . . . . . . . . 319 . . . . . . . . . . . 320 Troubleshooting Expansion Cards Troubleshooting Processors . . . . . . . . . 321 . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 Troubleshooting the Blade Board Troubleshooting the NVRAM Backup Battery . . . . . . . . 6 . . . . . . . . . 323 . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Running System Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . Dell PowerEdge Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 System Diagnostics Features .
PowerEdge M610/M610x Jumper Settings . . . . 336 . . . . . . . 337 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 PowerEdge M600 Jumper Settings . System Board Connectors PowerEdge M915 System Board . . . . . . . . . 338 PowerEdge M910 System Board . . . . . . . . . 340 PowerEdge M905 System Board . . . . . . . . . 342 PowerEdge M805 System Board . . . . . . . . . 344 PowerEdge M710 System Board . . . . . . . . . 346 PowerEdge M710HD System Board PowerEdge M610 System Board . . . . . . . 348 .
1 About Your System Accessing System Features During Start-up Keystroke Description Enters the System Setup program. See "Using the System Setup Program and UEFI Boot Manager" on page 137. Enters System Services, which opens the Dell Unified Server Configurator (USC). The Dell USC allows you to access utilities such as embedded system diagnostics. For more information, see the Unified Server Configurator documentation.
System Overview Your system can include up to 16 half-height blades (server modules), eight full-height blades, or a combination of the two blade types (see Figure 1-1, Figure 1-2, and Figure 1-3). To function as a system, a blade is inserted into an enclosure (chassis) that supports power supplies, fan modules, a Chassis Management Controller (CMC) module, and at least one I/O module for external network connectivity.
Figure 1-2. Blade Numbering – Full Height Blades 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure 1-3.
System Control Panel Features Figure 1-4.
Table 1-1. Control Panel Features Item Indicator, Icon Button, or Connector System power N/A button Description Turns the system on and off. Press to turn on the system. Press and hold 10 seconds to turn off the system. NOTE: The system power button controls power to all of the blades and I/O modules in the enclosure. System power Off indicator Green System power is on. Enclosure does not have power.
LCD Module The LCD module provides an initial configuration/deployment wizard, as well as easy access to infrastructure and blade information, and error reporting. See Figure 1-5. Figure 1-5.
LCD Module Features The primary function of the LCD module is to provide real-time information on the health and status of the modules in the enclosure. LCD module features include: • A deployment setup wizard that allows you to configure the CMC module’s network settings during initial system set up. • Menus to configure the iDRAC in each blade. • Status information screens for each blade.
Configuration Wizard The CMC is preset for DHCP. To use a static IP address, you must toggle the CMC setting from DHCP to a static address by either running the LCD Configuration Wizard, or by using a management station and CLI commands. (For more information, see the PowerEdge M1000e Configuration Guide or CMC documentation.) NOTE: After you run the configuration wizard, this option is no longer available on the LCD menus. 1 Choose a language from the options presented in the dialog box.
Main Menu The Main Menu options include links to the LCD Setup Menu, Server Menu, and Enclosure Menu. LCD Setup Menu You can change the default language and start-up screen for the LCD menu screens using this menu. Server Menu From the Server Menu dialog box, you can highlight each blade in the enclosure using the arrow keys, and view its status. • A blade that is powered off or booting is designated by a gray rectangle. An active blade is indicated by a green rectangle.
Blade Features Figure 1-6.
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Table 1-3. Blade Control Panel Features Feature Icon Blade power indicator Description Off – Power is not available to the blade, the blade is in standby mode, the blade is not turned on, or the blade is installed incorrectly. For detailed information on installing a blade, see "Installing a Blade" on page 158. Green increasing from low brightness to full brightness – Blade power on request is pending. Green on – The blade is turned on.
Using USB Diskette or USB DVD/CD Drives Each blade has USB ports on the front of the blade which allows you to connect a USB diskette drive, USB flash drive, USB DVD/CD drive, keyboard, or mouse. The USB drives can be used to configure the blade. NOTE: These blades support only Dell-branded USB 2.0 drives. The drive must be horizontal and level to operate properly. Use the optional external drive storage tray to support the drive while in use.
The hard-disk drives plug into the internal storage backplane inside the blade. On blades with a diskless configuration, all hard drive slots must be filled with hard drive blanks, and the internal storage backplane must still be installed to maintain proper airflow. See Figure 1-14 for information on the hard-drive indicators. Different patterns are displayed as drive events occur in the system. NOTE: The blade must have a hard drive or a hard-drive blank installed in each hard-drive bay.
Table 1-4. Hard-Drive Indicators Condition Drive-Status Indicator Pattern Identifying drive/preparing Blinks green two times per second for removal Drive ready for insertion or Off removal NOTE: The drive status indicator remains off until all hard drives are initialized after system power is applied. Drives are not ready for insertion or removal during this time. Drive predicted failure Blinks green, amber, and off. Drive failed Blinks amber four times per second.
Back-Panel Features Figure 1-15.
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Power Supply Indicator NOTE: The power supplies must be connected to a PDU, not directly to an electrical outlet. • The power supplies require a 200-240 V power source. • A 2700 W power supply can be connected to a 110 V AC power source. Figure 1-17.
Table 1-5. Power Supply Indicators Indicator Icon Description Power supply status Green indicates that the power supply is operational and providing DC power to the system. Fault indicator Amber indicates a problem with the power supply, which can result from either a failed power supply or a failed fan within the power supply. See "Power Supply Modules." AC power source present indicator Green indicates that a valid AC source is connected to the power supply and is operational.
Table 1-6. Fan Indicators Indicator Indicator Description State Power indicator Green Fault indicator The power supply is connected to an AC power source. Off AC power not connected. Amber The fan is in a fault condition. Off Fan not faulty. Identifying Midplane Version The version of the midplane installed in the enclosure is displayed in the Midplane Revision field under the Summary tab of the CMC Web-based interface.
Figure 1-19. Identifying Midplane Version 1.
Figure 1-20. Identifying Midplane Version 1.
iKVM Module The optional Avocent iKVM analogue switch module includes the following features: • Local iKVM access can be remotely disabled on a per blade basis, using the blade’s iDRAC interface (access is enabled by default). NOTE: By default (enabled), a console session to a given blade is available to both the iDRAC interface and iKVM (users connected to a blade's console using iDRAC and the iKVM sees the same video and is able to type commands).
Figure 1-21. Avocent iKVM Switch Module 1 2 3 4 5 1 identification indicator 2 status indicator 3 ACI port for tiering connection only 4 USB connectors (2) for keyboard and mouse CAUTION: Do not connect the ACI port to a LAN device such as a network hub. Doing so may result in equipment damage. 5 video connector Table 1-8. Avocent Analog iKVM Switch Module Features Feature Indicator Pattern Description Power indicator Off iKVM switch does not have power. Green iKVM switch has power.
Table 1-8. Avocent Analog iKVM Switch Module Features Feature Indicator Pattern Description USB connectors Allows a keyboard and mouse to be connected to the system. Video connector Allows a monitor to be connected to the system. ACI port Allows connection of one or more servers to a Dell console switch with an Analog Rack Interface (ARI) port, such as an external digital or analog switch. Link indicator Off The ACI is not connected to the external switch.
Tiering the Avocent iKVM Switch From an Analog KVM Switch The Avocent iKVM switch can be tiered from analog KVM switches such as the Dell 2160AS and 180AS, as well as many Avocent analog KVM switches. Many switches may be tiered without the need for a Server Interface Pod (SIP) (see Table 1-9). Table 1-9.
To configure the analog switch: 1 Press to open the OSCAR Main dialog box. 2 Click Setup DevicesDevice Modify. 3 Select the 16-port option to match the number of blades in your system. 4 Click OK to exit OSCAR. 5 Press to verify that the settings have taken effect. The slot number of the blade to which the iKVM switch is now attached should be expanded to display each of the slot locations of the blades in the system.
Tiering the Avocent iKVM Switch From a Digital KVM Switch The iKVM switch may also be tiered from a digital KVM switch such as the Dell 2161DS or 4161DS, or a supported Avocent digital KVM switch. Many switches may be tiered without the need for a SIP (see Table 1-10). Table 1-10.
Resynchronizing the Server List at the Remote Client Workstation Once the iKVM switch is connected, the blades appear in OSCAR. You now need to resynchronize the servers on any remote workstation to ensure that the blades are available to any remote users connected to the console switch through the Remote Console Switch software. NOTE: This procedure only resynchronizes one remote client workstation.
CMC Module Figure 1-22.
Table 1-11. CMC Module Features Indicator Pattern Description Network interface controller link indicator Off LAN is not linked. Green LAN is linked. Network interface controller activity indicator Off LAN is not active. Amber blinking Indicates that the system CMC and the LAN are communicating. Power indicator Off Status/ identification indicator Green CMC has power. Green blinking Firmware update in progress. Off This CMC is the standby CMC. Blue (solid) This CMC is the primary CMC.
• – The CMC supports setting an optional enclosure Maximum Power Limit, which either alerts or takes actions, such as throttling server modules and/or preventing the power up of new blades to keep the enclosure under the defined maximum power limit. – The CMC monitors and automatically controls cooling fans based on actual ambient and internal temperature measurements. – The CMC provides comprehensive enclosure inventory and status/error reporting.
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I/O Connectivity The M1000e enclosure supports three layers of I/O fabric, selectable between combinations of Ethernet, fibre-channel, and Infiniband modules. You can install up to six hot-swappable I/O modules in the enclosure, including fibrechannel switches, fibre-channel pass-throughs, Infiniband switches, Ethernet switches, and Ethernet pass-through modules. Guidelines for Installing I/O Modules You must follow these guidelines when populating I/O modules. See Figure 1-15 for the I/O bay locations.
NOTE: Modules designed specifically for Fabric B or Fabric C cannot be installed in slots A1 or A2, as indicated by the color-coded labeling on the faceplate of each module. Fabric B Fabric B is a 1 to 40 Gb/sec redundant fabric, supporting I/O module slots B1 and B2. Fabric B currently supports 1 Gb or10 Gb Ethernet, DDR/QDR Infiniband, and 4 Gbps or 8 Gbps Fibre Channel modules. Additional fabric types may be supported in the future. NOTE: If the midplane version in the enclosure is 1.
support quad-port mapping. This behavior is limited to Fabric A slots only and is automatically enabled or disabled depending on the type of IO module installed. NOTE: A quad-port Network Daughter Card must be used with a 48-port switch module (32 internal ports) for all the ports to be active. NOTE: LOM firmware updates are applied only to the enabled ports on a quad-port network daughter card.
Mezzanine Cards PowerEdge M610x Only PowerEdge M610x supports two mezzanine cards. Mezzanine cards can be installed in both the slots on the midplane interface card. NOTE: PowerEdge M610x is a full-height blade but supports only two mezzanine cards in the expansion bay. The two mezzanine slots on the M610x system board (MEZZ2_FAB_B and MEZZ1_FAB_C) are reserved for the mezzanine interface card. See "Mezzanine Interface Card (PowerEdge M610x Only)" on page 215.
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Table 1-13. Supported I/O Module Configurations (continued) Fabric A Fabric B Mezzanine Card Fabric C Mezzanine Card I/O Bay A1, A2 I/O Bay B1, B2 I/O Bay C1, C2 Standard Integrated LOM Fibre Channel mezzanine card Ethernet mezzanine card Ethernet switch module or passthrough module Fibre Channel switch or passthrough module Ethernet switch module or passthrough module I/O Module Port Mapping The LOM and optional mezzanine cards are mapped to the I/O module ports based on the following rules.
Dual-Port Mezzanine Cards Each mezzanine card has two port connections. For a full-height blade in bay n: • Mezzanine card 1, connection 1 connects to I/O module C1, port n. Mezzanine card 1, connection 2 connects to I/O module C2, port n. • Mezzanine card 2, connection 1 connects to I/O module B1, port n. Mezzanine card 2, connection 2 connects to I/O module B2 port n. • Mezzanine card 3, connection 1 connects to I/O module C1, port n+8.
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Blade 4 I/O Module B1 Mezz1_Fab_C Mezz2_Fab_B Port 4 Port 4 B2 Port 4 Port 12 Port 12 Port 12 Blade 5 Port 12 I/O Module B1 Mezz1_Fab_C Mezz2_Fab_B Mezz4_Fab_B C1 C2 Port 5 Port 5 Port 5 Mezz3_Fab_C B2 Port 5 Port 13 Port 13 Port 13 Blade 6 Port 13 I/O Module B1 Mezz1_Fab_C Mezz2_Fab_B Mezz4_Fab_B C1 C2 Port 6 Port 6 Port 6 Mezz3_Fab_C B2 Port 6 Port 14 Port 14 Port 14 Blade 7 Port 14 I/O Module B1 Mezz1_Fab_C Mezz2_Fab_B Mezz4_Fab_B C1 C2 Port 7 Port 7 Port 7 M
Blade 8 B1 Mezz1_Fab_C Mezz2_Fab_B V C1 C2 B2 Port 8 Port 8 Port 8 Mezz3_Fab_C Mezz4_Fab_B I/O Module Port 8 Port 16 Port 16 Port 16 Port 16 Figure 1-25 shows the port connections for a full-height blade in bay 3 with four mezzanine cards. Figure 1-25.
Quad-Port Mezzanine Cards Table 1-16 illustrates the I/O module port mapping for full-height blades with quad-port mezzanine cards. NOTE: For a detailed mapping of each PowerEdge system, see the document Quadport Capable Hardware for the M1000e Modular Chassis on support.dell.com/manuals. Table 1-16. I/O Module Port Assignments—Full-Height Blades (not applicable for PowerEdge M610x) Blade n and Blade (n + 8) NOTE: n denotes a variable value from 1 to 8.
Table 1-16. I/O Module Port Assignments—Full-Height Blades (continued)(not applicable for PowerEdge M610x) Blade n and Blade (n + 8) NOTE: n denotes a variable value from 1 to 8. I/O Module B1 C1 Mezz_FAB_C_Blade n+8_Port2 C2 B2 Port (n+8) Mezz_FAB_C_Blade n+8_Port3 Port (n+24) Mezz_FAB_C_Blade n+8_Port4 Port (n+24) NOTE: Even though PowerEdge M610x is a full blade system, only two mezzanine card slots (MEZZ1_Fab_C1 and MEZZ2_FAB_B1) in the expansion bay are available for use.
Half-Height Blades Standard LOM (Dual-Port) and Network Daughter Card (Quad-Port) Mapping Each standard LOM has two port connections. For a half-height blade in bay n: • Integrated LOM, connection 1 connects to I/O module A1, port n. Integrated LOM, connection 2 connects to I/O module A2, port n. Half-height blades with Network Daughter Card (PowerEdge M710HD) hosts two network controllers (LOM1 and LOM2), each with two port connections.
Table 1-18. Example of I/O Module Port Assignments - Half-Height Blade 1 Blade 1 I/O Module A1 Integrated NIC B1 C2 B2 Port 1 A2 Port 1 Mezzanine Card C Mezzanine Card B C1 Port 1 Port 1 Port 1 Port 1 Figure 1-26 shows the port connections for a half-height blade in bay 1 with two mezzanine cards.
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Quad-Port Mezzanine Cards Table 1-19 illustrates the I/O module port mapping for a half-height blade with the quad-port mezzanine card. In the following table, n denotes a variable value from 1 to 16. NOTE: For a detailed mapping of each PowerEdge system, see the document Quadport Capable Hardware For the M1000e Modular Chassis on support.dell.com/manuals. Table 1-19.
• A 10 Gb Ethernet module with two copper 10GBASE-T uplinks This module is hot-swappable and may be installed in Fabric A, B, or C. Figure 1-27.
Dell M8428-k 10 Gb Converged Network Switch The Dell M8428-k 10 Gb Converged Network switch module supports FCoE protocols and allows Fibre Channel traffic to travel over 10 Gbps Converged Enhanced Ethernet (DCB) networks.
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Mellanox M3601Q QDR Infiniband Switch I/O Module The Mellanox M3601 Infiniband switch I/O module includes 32 4x QDR Infiniband ports. Of these, 16 ports are external uplink ports, while 16 internal ports provide connectivity to the blades in the enclosure. This module occupies two I/O module slots. The M3610Q module plugs into I/O module slot C1, but occupies both slots B1 and C1. Figure 1-29.
Mellanox M2401G Infiniband Switch I/O Module The Mellanox M2401G Infiniband switch I/O module includes 24 4x DDR Infiniband ports. Eight ports are external uplink ports, while 16 internal ports provide connectivity to the blades in the enclosure. Figure 1-30.
Table 1-20. Mellanox M2401G Infiniband Switch Indicators Indicator Pattern Description Link indicator Green, on Physical link established Green, off No physical link present Activity indicator Amber, on Valid logical link to Infiniband network established Amber, blinking Data transfer is in progress Amber, off No logical link to Infiniband network Cisco SFS M7000e Infiniband Switch Module The Cisco SFS M7000e Infiniband switch module includes 24 4x DDR Infiniband ports.
Figure 1-31. Cisco SFS M7000e Infiniband Switch Module Features 1 2 3 4 1 Infiniband ports (8) 2 port status indicator (8) 3 diagnostic status indicator 4 power indicator Table 1-21.
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PowerConnect M6348 1 Gb Ethernet Switch I/O Module The PowerConnect M6348 is a hot-swappable 48-port 1 Gb Ethernet switch. While 16 ports are external uplink ports, the remaining 32 internal ports provide connectivity to the blades within the enclosure with a maximum bandwidth of 1 Gbps each.
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PowerConnect M8024 10 Gb Ethernet Switch I/O Module The PowerConnect M8024 switch module incorporates two option bays that support the following modules: • A 10 Gb Ethernet module with four optical SFP+ connectors • A 10 Gb Ethernet module with three copper CX4 uplinks You can initially configure the switch using either of two methods: • Connect an external management system to the switch using an USB typeA form factor serial cable, and configure the switch using a terminal application.
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PowerConnect M6220 Ethernet Switch Module The PowerConnect M6220 Ethernet switch module includes four external 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet connectors and one USB type A form factor serial connector. See Figure 1-35.
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Dell 10 GbE KR Pass-Through I/O Module The 10 GbE KR pass-through module supports 10 Gb connections and provides a direct connection between the optional internal Ethernet KR mezzanine card or KR network daughter card in the blade and an external Ethernet device. This module has 16 external SFP+ ports on the front panel and sixteen 10 GbE KR internal ports through the backplane. This module enables you to use optical SFP+ (short reach or long reach) and direct-attached copper (DCA) SFP+ modules.
Figure 1-36. Dell 10 GbE KR Pass-Through I/O Module 1 2 4 3 1 SFP+ ports (16) 2 green/amber indicators (two per port) 3 status/identification indicator 4 power indicator Dell 8/4 Gbps Fibre Channel Pass-Through I/O Module The 8G Fibre Channel pass-through module provides a bypass connection between a Fibre Channel mezzanine card in the blade and optical transceivers. The bypass connection enables a direct connection to a Fibre Channel switch or a storage array.
NOTE: To ensure proper functionality, use only the Short Wave Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceivers provided with this module. Figure 1-37.
10 Gb Ethernet Pass-Through Module II The Dell 10 Gb Ethernet pass-through module II supports 10 Gb connections and provides a direct connection between the optional internal Ethernet mezzanine card in the blade and an external Ethernet device. The Ethernet pass-through modules are hot-swappable and may be installed in Fabric B or Fabric C. The 10 Gb Ethernet pass-through module II enables you to use optical SFP+ and direct-attached copper (DCA) SFP+ modules.
Figure 1-38.
10 Gb Ethernet Pass-Through I/O Module The 10 Gb Ethernet pass-through module supports 1/10 Gb connections and provides a direct connection between the optional internal Ethernet mezzanine card in the blade and an external Ethernet device. The Ethernet pass-through modules are hot-swappable and may be installed in Fabric B or Fabric C. The 10 Gb Ethernet pass-through I/O module enables you to use optical SFP, SFP+, and direct-attached copper (DCA) SFP+ modules.
Figure 1-39.
4 Gbps Fibre Channel Pass-Through Module The 4 Gbps Fibre Channel pass-through module provides a bypass connection between a Fibre Channel mezzanine card in the blade and optical transceivers for direct connection into a Fibre Channel switch or a storage array (see Figure 1-40). The 16 pass-through ports on this module can negotiate speeds of 1-, 2-, or 4-Gbps. The 4 Gbps Fibre Channel pass-through modules are hot-swappable, and may be installed in Fabric B or Fabric C.
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Brocade M4424 SAN I/O Module The Brocade M4424 SAN I/O module includes eight external autosensing Fibre Channel ports (four ports are enabled in the standard configuration and four additional ports may be enabled as an optional upgrade), 16 internal ports, and one serial port with an RJ-45 connector. The external Fibre Channel ports operate at 1 Gb/sec, 2 Gb/sec, or 4 Gb/sec. The Fibre Channel switch module is hot-swappable, and may be installed in Fabric B or Fabric C.
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10/100/1000 Mb Ethernet Pass-Through Module The Ethernet pass-through module supports 10/100/1000 Mb connections, and provides a direct connection between the optional internal Ethernet mezzanine card in the blade and an external Ethernet device (see Figure 1-43). The Ethernet pass-through modules are hot-swappable, and may be installed in any of the three Fabrics. Table 1-25 lists the functionality of the Ethernet pass-through module indicators.
1 link indicator (16) 2 RJ45 Ethernet connector (16) 3 status/identification indicator 4 power indicator 5 activity indicator (16) NOTE: Connectors on the Ethernet pass-through module correspond directly to the blade number. For example, blade 5 is connected to port 5 on the Ethernet passthrough module. Integrated network adapter 1 maps to I/O slot A1. Integrated network adapter 2 maps to I/O slot A2. Table 1-25.
LCD Status Messages The following LCD messages refer to events recorded in the System Event Log (SEL). (The messages are shown here in "simple" text format.) For information on the SEL and configuring system management settings, see the systems management software documentation. NOTE: If your system fails to boot, press the System ID button for at least five seconds until an error code appears on the LCD. Record the code, then see "Getting Help" on page 361.
Table 1-26. LCD Status Messages (continued) Code Text Cause Corrective Actions E1114 Ambient Temp exceeds allowed range. Ambient temperature has reached a point outside of the allowed range. See "Troubleshooting Fan Modules" on page 315. E1116 Memory disabled, temp above range. Power cycle AC. Memory has exceeded allowable temperature and has been disabled to prevent damage to the components. Remove AC power to the system for 10 seconds and restart the system.
Table 1-26. Code LCD Status Messages (continued) Text Cause Corrective Actions E1229 CPU # VCORE Regulator failure. Reseat CPU. Specified processor VCORE voltage regulator has failed. Reseat the processor(s). See "Troubleshooting Processors" on page 322. E122A CPU # VTT Regulator failure. Reseat CPU. Specified processor VTT Reseat the processor(s). voltage regulator has failed. See "Troubleshooting Processors" on page 322. E122C CPU Power Fault. Power cycle AC.
Table 1-26. LCD Status Messages (continued) Code Text Cause Corrective Actions E1311 Fan module ## RPM exceeding range. Check fan. Speed of the specified fan in specified module is outside of intended operating range. See "Troubleshooting Fan Modules" on page 315. E1313 Fan redundancy lost. Check fans. The system is no longer fan redundant. Another fan failure would put the system at risk of overheating. Check LCD for additional scrolling messages. See "Troubleshooting Fan Modules" on page 315.
Table 1-26. Code LCD Status Messages (continued) Text E141F CPU # protocol error. Power cycle AC. Cause Corrective Actions The system BIOS has reported a processor protocol error. Remove AC power to the system for 10 seconds and restart the system. If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 361. E1420 CPU Bus The system BIOS has parity error. reported a processor bus Power cycle parity error. AC. Remove AC power to the system for 10 seconds or clear the SEL.
Table 1-26. LCD Status Messages (continued) Code Text Cause Corrective Actions E1618 Predictive failure on Power Supply # (### W). Check PSU. Specified power supply has See "Troubleshooting detected a condition that Power Supply Modules" may predict a future power- on page 314. down event, such as an over-temperature warning or PSU communication error, that could develop into a fault condition in the power supply. E161C Power Supply # (### W) lost AC power. Check PSU cables.
Table 1-26. Code LCD Status Messages (continued) Text Cause Corrective Actions E1629 Power required > PSU wattage. Check PSU and config. The system configuration requires more power than the power supplies can provide, even with throttling. Turn off power to the system, reduce the hardware configuration or install higher-wattage power supplies, and then restart the system. E1710 I/O channel check error. Review & clear SEL. The system BIOS has reported an I/O channel check.
Table 1-26. LCD Status Messages (continued) Code Text Cause Corrective Actions E2012 Memory Memory configured, but is See "Troubleshooting configured unusable. Blade Memory" on but unusable. page 319. Check DIMMs. E2013 BIOS unable The system BIOS failed to See "Troubleshooting to shadow copy its flash image into Blade Memory" on memory. Check memory. page 319. DIMMs. E2014 CMOS RAM failure. Power cycle AC. CMOS failure. CMOS RAM not functioning properly. E2015 DMA Controller failure. Power cycle AC.
Table 1-26. Code LCD Status Messages (continued) Text E2018 Programmable Timer error. Power cycle AC. Cause Corrective Actions Programmable interval timer error. Remove AC power to the system for 10 seconds and restart the system. If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 361. E2019 Parity error. Parity error. Power cycle AC. Remove AC power to the system for 10 seconds and restart the system. If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 361. E201A SuperIO failure. Power cycle AC.
Table 1-26. LCD Status Messages (continued) Code Text Cause Corrective Actions E201D Shutdown test BIOS shutdown test failure. failure. Power cycle AC. Remove AC power to the system for 10 seconds and restart the system. E201E POST memory BIOS POST memory test test failure. failure. Check DIMMs. See "Troubleshooting Blade Memory" on page 319. If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 361. If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 361.
Table 1-26. Code LCD Status Messages (continued) Text Cause Corrective Actions E2111 SBE log disabled on DIMM ##. Reseat DIMM. The system BIOS has disabled memory single-bit error (SBE) logging and does not log anymore SBEs until the system is rebooted. "##" represents the DIMM implicated by the BIOS. Remove AC power to the system for 10 seconds and restart the system. E2112 Memory spared on DIMM ##. Power cycle AC.
Table 1-26. LCD Status Messages (continued) Code Text Cause Corrective Actions W1228 RAID Controller battery capacity < 24hr. Warns predictively that the Allow RAID battery to RAID battery has less than charge to greater than 24 24 hours of charge left. hours of available charge. W1627 Power required > PSU wattage. Check PSU and config. The system configuration requires more power than what the power supply can provide.
System Messages Table 1-27 lists the system messages that can occur and the probable cause and corrective action for each message. 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 is not covered by your warranty.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Warning: PCIe expansion riser not found. Check mezzanine interface card and cables. This warning occurs if BIOS does not discover the expansion-card riser during POST. BIOS continues with POST after displaying this warning to the console. Corrective Actions Ensure that the expansioncard riser is installed in the system, If applicable, reinstall the expansion-card riser and check all cable connections.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions Current Overlimit detected in Expansion Verify that the PCIe expansion cards installed do NOTE: Applicable to M610x not have power consumption more than only. 250 W. For more information, see "Expansion Card Installation Guidelines" on page 235. Failsafe detected in PCIe expansion on mini planar Check the system event log for critical failure events. Applicable to both base blade and expansion. See "Getting Help" on page 361.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions Memory Initialization Warning: Memory size may be reduced Invalid configuration. The system runs but with less memory than is physically installed. Ensure that the memory modules are installed in a valid configuration. See "System Memory" on page 171. Unsupported memory configuration. DIMM mismatch across slots detected: Invalid memory configuration. DIMMs are mismatched in the specified slots.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions 128-Bit Advanced ECC Mode Disabled - For 128-Bit Advanced ECC mode, The memory configuration does not match the setting in BIOS. The BIOS setting has been disabled. Reconfigure the memory modules to support Advanced ECC mode. See "System Memory" on page 171. Sparing Mode Disabled - For Sparing mode, matched sets of three must be populated across slots. The memory configuration does not match the setting in BIOS.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions MEMTEST lane failure detected on Invalid memory configuration. A mismatched DIMM is installed. Ensure that the memory modules are installed in a valid configuration. See "System Memory" on page 171. Processors with different power rating detected! Mismatched processors are Ensure that all processors installed.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions Alert: DIMM_[m] The installed memory and DIMM_[n] must configuration is invalid. be populated with a matched set of DIMMs if more than 1 DIMM is present. The following memory DIMMs have been disabled. Ensure that the memory modules are installed in matched pairs. See "System Memory" on page 171. Alert! Node The installed memory Interleaving configuration does not disabled! Memory support node interleaving.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions Alert! Unsupported The installed memory memory, incomplete configuration is invalid. sets, or unmatched sets. The following memory DIMMs have been disabled:l,m,n Add, move, or remove memory modules to achieve a configuration supported by the system. See "System Memory" on page 171. Caution! NVRAM_CLR NVRAM_CLR jumper is jumper is set to "on." installed on system board. Set the NVRAM_CLR jumper to "off.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes DIMMs The memory modules are disabled - MemBIST not properly seated. error. The memory module connector may be exposed DIMMs disabled - MemBIST to dust. timeout. Unsupported memory DIMMs disabled - Rank not found. module. DIMMs disabled - DIMM communication error. Corrective Actions Replace or reseat the memory module(s). See "System Memory" on page 171.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions DIMMs should be installed in pairs. Pairs must be matched in size, speed, and technology. Mismatched or unmatched DIMMs installed; faulty or improperly installed memory modules. The system operates in a degraded mode with reduced ECC protection. Only memory installed in channel 0 is accessible. Ensure that all pairs of memory modules are of the same type and size and that they are properly installed.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions Error: Incorrect memory configuration. DIMMs must be installed in pairs of matched memory size, speed, and technology. Mismatched or unmatched DIMMs installed; faulty or improperly seated memory modules. Ensure that all pairs of memory modules are of the same type and size, and that they are properly installed. See "System Memory" on page 171 If the problem persists, see "Troubleshooting Blade Memory" on page 319.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions FBD training error: The following branch has been disabled: Branch x. The specified branch (channel pair) contains DIMMs that are incompatible with each other. Ensure that only Dell qualified memory is used. Dell recommends purchasing memory upgrade kits directly from dell.com or your Dell sales agent to ensure compatibility. Gate A20 failure. Faulty keyboard controller See "Getting Help" on (faulty blade board). page 361.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Error 8602 Auxiliary Device Failure. Mouse or keyboard cable is Reseat the mouse or loose or improperly keyboard cable. Ensure that connected. the mouse or keyboard is operational. See Defective mouse or "Troubleshooting USB keyboard. Devices" on page 312. Verify that mouse and keyboard are securely attached to correct connectors. Manufacturing mode System is incorrectly detected. configured.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions Memory tests terminated by keystroke. The spacebar or ESC key was pressed during POST to terminate the memory test. Information only. Keyboard data line Keyboard cable connector failure. loose or improperly connected. Keyboard or Keyboard stuck key keyboard/mouse controller failure. may be faulty. Ensure that the keyboard is properly connected. If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 361. Keyboard fuse has failed.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes PCI BIOS failed to Faulty or improperly install. installed mezzanine card. Plug & Play Configuration Error. Error encountered in initializing PCI device; faulty blade board. Corrective Actions Reseat the mezzanine card. See "I/O Module Mezzanine Cards" on page 217. If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 361. Set the NVRAM_CLR jumper to "on" and reboot the blade.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions Read fault. Faulty diskette, diskette drive, or optical drive. Replace the diskette. Ensure that the drive cable is properly connected. See "Troubleshooting USB Devices" on page 312 or "Troubleshooting Hard Drives" on page 320 for the appropriate drive(s) installed in your system. Remote Configuration update attempt failed. Blade could not implement Remote Configuration request. Retry Remote Configuration. Sector not found.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions The amount of system memory has changed. Faulty memory module. See "Troubleshooting Blade Memory" on page 319. If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 361. This system does Unsupported processor(s) not support installed. processors greater than 95W. Replace the processor(s) with a supported version. See "Processors" on page 243. Time-of-day clock stopped.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes TPM configuration operation is pending. This message is displayed Enter I or M to proceed. when the system re-starts after a TPM configuration command is entered. Press (I) to Ignore OR (M) to Modify to allow this change and reset the system. Corrective Actions WARNING: Modifying could prevent security TPM configuration TPM configuration operation honored. operation command has System will now been accepted reset Unsupported CPU combination.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Memory set to The memory frequency minimum frequency. may be intentionally set lower for power conservation. Warning! A fatal error has caused system reset. Please check the event log for details. Corrective Actions If not an intentional setting, check any other system messages for possible causes. The current memory configuration may support only the minimum frequency. Ensure that your memory configuration supports the higher frequency.
Table 1-27. Blade Messages (continued) Message Causes Warning: The current memory configuration is not optimal. For more information on valid memory configurations, please see the Hardware Owner’ Manual on the technical support site. There is no memory See "System Memory" on configuration error, but page 171. the memory configuration is not recommended by Dell. Unexpected interrupt in protected mode Improperly seated DIMMs Reseat the memory or faulty keyboard/mouse modules. See controller chip.
NOTE: Warning messages are generated by either the application or the operating system. For more information, see the documentation that accompanied the operating system or application. Diagnostics Messages When you run system diagnostics, an error message may result. Diagnostic error messages are not covered in this section. Record the message on a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist in "Getting Help" on page 361, then follow the instructions in that section for obtaining technical assistance.
About Your System
Using the System Setup Program and UEFI Boot Manager 2 The System Setup program is the BIOS program that enables you to manage your system hardware and specify BIOS-level options.
Entering the System Setup Program 1 Turn on or restart your system. 2 Press immediately after you see the following message: = System Setup If your operating system begins to load before you press , allow the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again. Responding to Error Messages If an error message appears while the system is booting, make a note of the message.
System Setup Options NOTE: The options for the System Setup program change based on the system configuration. NOTE: The System Setup program defaults are listed under their respective options, where applicable. Option Description System Time Sets the time on the system's internal clock. System Date Sets the date on the system's internal calendar. Memory Settings See "Memory Settings Screen" on page 140. Processor Settings See "Processor Settings Screen" on page 141.
Option Description F1/F2 Prompt on Error (Enables default) Enables the system to halt on errors during POST, which allows the user to observe events that may scroll by unnoticed during normal POST. You can select to continue or to enter the System Setup program. CAUTION: When setting this option to Disabled, the system does not halt if an error occurs during POST. Any critical errors are displayed and logged in the system event log.
Option Description Redundant Memory (PowerEdge M910, M710HD, and M600) If a valid memory configuration is installed, you can enable memory mirroring or spare memory. Options are Mirror Mode, Spare Mode, and Disabled. NOTE: M710HD systems installed with Intel Xeon 5600 series processors support memory sparing. Redundant Memory (PowerEdge M915, M910, M905, M805, and M605) If a valid memory configuration is installed, you can enable spare memory. Options are Spare Mode and Disabled.
Option Description Logical Processor (Enabled default) If set to Enabled, both logical processors per processor core are enabled. If set to Disabled, only one logical processor per core is enabled. Virtualization Technology (Disabled default) NOTE: Disable this feature if your system does not run virtualization software. Displays when the processors support Virtualization Technology. Enabled permits virtualization software to use Virtualization Technology incorporated in the processor design.
Option Description Intel QPI Bandwidth Priority Sets the bandwidth priority to compute. Turbo Mode If supported by the processor(s), enables or disables Turbo Mode. C1E (M915 only) When set to Enabled, the processor switches to minimum performance in the idle state. C States (Enabled default) When set to Enabled, the processor(s) can operate in all power states. Processor X FamilyModel-Stepping Displays the family and model number of each processor.
Option Description Boot Sequence If Boot Mode is set to BIOS, this field tells the system where the operating system files needed for startup are located. If Boot Mode is set to UEFI, you can access the UEFI boot manager utility by rebooting the system and pressing F11 when prompted to do so. Hard-Disk Drive Sequence Determines the order in which the BIOS attempts to boot from hard drives in the system during system startup.
Option Description Internal SD Card Port Enables or disables the system’s internal SD card port. (PowerEdge M915, NOTE: If a hypervisor is installed, it uses this port. M910, M905, M805, M710, M710HD, M610 and M610x) Redundancy (Disabled default) (M915, M910 and M710HD) Enables or disables the mirror mode for Internal Dual SD Module (IDSDM). NOTE: When set to Mirror Mode, the vFlash functionality of the iDRAC 6 card is not available and the card is set as the secondary SD card (SD2) in IDSDM.
Option Description OS Watchdog Timer (Disabled default). If set to Enabled, the operating system restarts the system if it locks up, based on the expiration of a timer. If set to Disabled, in the event of a system lockup, no timer is set and the OS does not restart the system in the event of a lockup. I/OAT DMA Engine (Disabled default) (PowerEdge M910, M710, M610x, M610, M600) If set to Enabled, the I/O Acceleration Technology feature is enabled for network controllers that support this technology.
Option Description Failsafe Baud Rate (115200 default) Displays the failsafe baud rate used for console redirection when the baud rate cannot be negotiated automatically with the remote terminal. Remote Terminal Type (VT 100/VT 220 default) Select either VT 100/VT 220 or ANSI. Redirection After Boot (Enabled default) Enables or disables BIOS console redirection after your system boots to the operating system.
System Security Screen Option Description System Password Displays the current status of the password security feature and allows a new system password assignment and verification. NOTE: For more information, see "Using the System Password" on page 151. Setup Password Restricts access to the System Setup program by using a setup password. NOTE: For more information, see "Using the System Password" on page 151.
Option Description TPM Clear (No default) NOTE: Clearing the TPM loses all encryption keys in the TPM. This option prevents booting to the operating system and results in data loss if the encryption keys cannot be restored. Back up the TPM keys prior to enabling this option. When set to Yes, all TPM contents are cleared. NOTE: This field is read-only when TPM Security is set to Off. Power Button (Enabled default) If Enabled, the power button can turn the system's power off and on.
Entering the UEFI Boot Manager 1 Turn on or restart your system. 2 Press after you see the following message: = UEFI Boot Manager NOTE: The system does not respond until the USB keyboard is active. NOTE: The Boot Mode option in System Setup must be set to UEFI to access the UEFI Boot Manager. If your operating system begins to load before you press , allow the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again.
System Utilities Screen Option Description System Setup Accesses the System Setup program without rebooting. System Services Restarts the system and accesses the Unified Server Configurator, which allows you to run utilities such as system diagnostics. For more information, see the Unified Server Configurator User’s Guide. BIOS Boot Manager Accesses the BIOS-level boot options list without rebooting. Reboot System Restarts the system.
When a system password is not assigned and the password jumper on the system board is in the enabled position, System Password is Not Enabled and Password Status is Unlocked. To assign a system password: 1 Verify that Password Status is Unlocked. 2 Highlight the System Password option and press . 3 Type your new system password. You can use up to 32 characters in your password. As you type, placeholders appear in the field. The password assignment is not case-sensitive.
To disable the password security: 1 Turn on or reboot your system by pressing . 2 Type your password and press . When Password Status is Locked, you must type the password and press when prompted at reboot. If an incorrect system password is entered, the system displays a message and prompts you to re-enter your password. You have three attempts to enter the correct password.
As you type, placeholders appear in the field. The password assignment is not case-sensitive. Certain key combinations are invalid and if you enter one, the system beeps. To erase a character, press or the left-arrow key. When you verify the password, the Setup Password changes to Enabled. The next time you enter the System Setup program, the system prompts you for the setup password. A change to the Setup Password option becomes effective immediately (restarting the system is not required).
Installing Blade Components 3 Recommended Tools You may need the following items to perform the procedures in this section: • #1 and #2 Phillips screwdrivers • T8 and T10 Torx drivers • Wrist grounding strap Removing and Installing a Blade Removing a Blade 1 Power down the blade using OS commands or the CMC, and ensure that the blade's power is off. When a blade is powered off, its front-panel power indicator is off. See Figure 1-13.
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Figure 3-2.
Installing a Blade 1 If you are installing a new blade, remove the plastic cover from the I/O connector(s) and save for future use. See Figure 3-3. 2 Orient the blade so that the handle is on the left side of the blade. 3 If you are installing a blade in one of the eight upper bays, align the guide rail on the upper edge of the blade so that the rail fits between the plastic guides on the enclosure.
Installing a Blade Blank 1 Hold the blank with the guide rail facing upwards (see detail in Figure 3-1). 2 Install the blank in the enclosure: • If you are installing a blade blank in one of the eight upper bays, align the metal guide rail on the upper edge of the blade blank so that the guide rail fits between the plastic guides on the enclosure (see detail in Figure 3-1).
Figure 3-3.
Closing the Blade 1 Ensure that no tools or parts are left inside the blade. 2 Align the notches in the edges of the enclosure with the cover alignment pins on the inner sides of the cover. 3 Check that these cover-release latch is fully open, and lower the cover onto the enclosure. 4 Close the cover-release latch until it is flush with the surface of the cover.
Inside the System Figure 3-4 through Figure 3-12 show the interior components in the blades. Figure 3-4.
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System Memory System Memory – PowerEdge M915 The system board has 32 memory sockets organized in four channels per processor with two LV DIMMs per channel. This configuration permits the following maximum memory configurations: 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB LV DIMMs are supported per channel, for a total of up to 512 GB. Single-rank, dual rank, and quad-rank RDIMMs are supported.
Figure 3-13.
General Memory Module Installation Guidelines – PowerEdge M915 To ensure optimal performance of your system, observe the following guidelines when configuring your system memory: CAUTION: Memory module blanks must be installed in unoccupied memory sockets to maintain proper cooling airflow. • Memory modules must be installed in pairs, beginning with the first two sockets in each set of memory modules. These sockets are marked by white retention levers.
Total Physical Memory Number of Memory Modules – Memory Processors Number and Type Sparing Support Memory Module Locations 32 GB Two Sixteen 2 GB Y A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8 32 GB Four Sixteen 2 GB N A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4, C1, C2, C3, C4, D1, D2, D3, D4 64 GB Two Sixteen 4 GB Y A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8 64 GB Four Sixteen 4 GB N A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4, C1, C2, C3, C4, D1, D2, D3, D4 96 GB Two
Total Physical Memory Number of Memory Modules – Memory Processors Number and Type Sparing Support Memory Module Locations 128 GB Four Thirty two 4 GB Y A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, C7, C8, D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6, D7, D8 192 GBa Two Eight 16 GB and Eight 8 GB N A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4 A5, A6, A7, A8, B5, B6, B7, B8 NOTE: 8 GB memory modules must be installed in the slots numbered x1, x2, x3, and x4 and 4 GB memory modules must b
Total Physical Memory Number of Memory Modules – Memory Processors Number and Type Sparing Support Memory Module Locations 512 GB Four Thirty two 16 GBa Y A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, C7, C8, D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6, D7, D8 1 TBa Four Thirty two 32 GBb Y A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, C7, C8, D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6, D7, D8 a indicates DIMM configurations that operate at 1066 MHz w
System Memory – PowerEdge M910 Your system supports DDR3 registered DIMMs (RDIMMS) only. 32 memory sockets are located on the system board, organized in eight channels with four DIMMs per channel. This configuration permits the following maximum memory configurations: Up to four 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB RDIMMs are supported per channel, for a total of up to 512 GB. Single-rank, dual rank, and quad-rank RDIMMs are supported.
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General Memory Module Installation Guidelines - PowerEdge M910 To ensure optimal performance of your system, observe the following general guidelines when configuring your system memory: • Memory modules must be installed in pairs, beginning with the first two sockets in each set of memory modules. These sockets are marked by white retention levers. • The memory configuration for each processor must be identical.
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Non-Optimal Memory Configurations System performance can be affected if your memory configuration does not conform to the preceding installation guidelines. Your system may issue an error message during start-up stating that your memory configuration is nonoptimal. Memory Sparing Support – PowerEdge M910 Memory sparing (spare bank) is supported in systems that have one of the memory configurations shown in Table 3-3.
Figure 3-15. Memory Locations – PowerEdge M905 B1 D1 D2 D3 D4 B8 C1 C2 C3 C4 A8 A1 General Memory Module Installation Guidelines – PowerEdge M905 To ensure optimal performance of your system, observe the following guidelines when configuring your system memory: 182 • Memory modules must be installed in pairs, beginning with the first two sockets in each set of memory modules. These sockets are marked by white retention levers.
• If pairs of memory modules of different sizes are installed, the larger capacity memory modules must be installed in the lower numbered slots. • Memory sparing is supported if 24 memory modules are installed. (Memory mirroring is not supported.) Table 3-4 shows examples of supported memory configurations. CAUTION: Memory module blanks must be installed in unoccupied memory sockets to maintain proper cooling airflow. Table 3-4.
Non-Optimal Memory Configurations System performance can be affected if your memory configuration does not conform to the preceding installation guidelines. Your system may issue an error message during start-up stating that your memory configuration is nonoptimal. Memory Sparing Support – PowerEdge M905 Memory sparing (spare bank) is supported in systems that have one of the memory configurations shown in Table 3-5.
Figure 3-16. Memory Locations – PowerEdge M805 B1 B8 A8 A1 General Memory Module Installation Guidelines – PowerEdge M805 To ensure optimal performance of your system, observe the following guidelines when installing your system memory: • Memory modules must be installed in pairs of identically-sized DIMMs, beginning with slots A1 and A2 (processor 1) and B1 and B2. These slots are marked by white ejector tabs. • All memory modules in the blade must be identical in speed and technology.
• Memory must be installed in the same configuration (symmetrically) for both processors. • If pairs of memory modules of different sizes are installed, the larger capacity memory modules must be installed in the lower numbered slots. • Memory sparing is supported if 16 memory modules are installed. (Memory mirroring is not supported.) Table 3-6 shows examples of supported memory configurations.
Table 3-6. Examples of PowerEdge M805 Memory Configurations (continued) Total System Memory Memory Modules Number and Size Memory Module Locations 64 GB* Eight 8 GB A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4 128 GB Sixteen 8 GB A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8 *If 64 GB of memory is installed, the system recognizes only 63.75 GB during POST.
System Memory – PowerEdge M710 Your system supports DDR3 registered DIMMs (RDIMMS) or unbuffered DIMMs (UDIMMs). Eighteen memory sockets are located on the system board, organized in three channels with three DIMMs per channel. This configuration permits the following maximum memory configurations: 188 • Up to three 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB and 16 GB RDIMMs are supported per channel, for a total of up to 288 GB. Single-rank, dual rank, and quad-rank RDIMMs are supported.
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General Memory Module Installation Guidelines – PowerEdge M710 To ensure optimal performance of your system, observe the following general guidelines when configuring your system memory: • RDIMMs and UDIMMs cannot be mixed. • Memory modules are populated beginning with the socket farthest from the processor (this socket is indicated by a white socket-release lever). • In a dual-processor configuration, the memory configuration for each processor must be identical.
Independent Channel Mode (Optimizer Mode) – PowerEdge M710 In this mode, all three channels are populated with identical memory modules. This mode permits a larger total memory capacity, but does not support the reliability features of the other modes. To enable this mode, select the Optimizer option on the Memory Settings screen of the System Setup program. See "Memory Settings Screen" on page 140.
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System Memory – PowerEdge M710HD Your system supports DDR3 registered DIMMs (RDIMMS). Eighteen memory sockets are located on the system board, organized in three channels per processor with three DIMMs per channel. This configuration supports up to three 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB and up to two16 GB RDIMMs per channel, for a total of up to 192 GB. Single-rank, dual-rank, and quad-rank RDIMMs are supported. Figure 3-18.
General Memory Module Installation Guidelines – PowerEdge M710HD To ensure optimal performance of your system, observe the following general guidelines when configuring your system memory: • Memory modules are populated beginning with the socket farthest from the processor (this socket is indicated by a white socket-release lever). • In a dual-processor configuration, the memory configuration for each processor must be identical.
Memory Sparing Support – PowerEdge M710HD NOTE: For memory sparing support, your system must be installed with Intel Xeon 5600 series processors. Memory sparing (spare bank) is supported in systems that have one of the memory configurations shown in Table 3-9. The memory sparing feature must also be enabled in the Memory Information screen of the System Setup program. See "Memory Settings Screen" on page 140. To use memory sparing, you must disable node interleaving.
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Table 3-9. Examples of PowerEdge M710HD Memory Configurations (continued) Total Physical Memory Memory Modules Memory Module Processors Memory – Number and Locations Mode Type 288 GB Eighteen 16 GB RDIMMs A1, A2, A3, A4, Two A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, B9 Available Memory Independent 288 GB channel System Memory – PowerEdge M610/M610x Your system supports DDR3 registered DIMMs (RDIMMS) or unbuffered DIMMs (UDIMMs).
Figure 3-19. Memory Locations – PowerEdge M610/M610x A1 A4 A2 A5 A3 A6 Channel 2 (A1, A4) Channel 1 (A2, A5) Channel 0 (A3, A6) CPU2 CPU1 Channel 0 (B3, B6) Channel 1 (B2, B5) Channel 2 (B1, B4) B6 B3 B5 B2 B4 B1 General Memory Module Installation Guidelines – PowerEdge M610/M610x To ensure optimal performance of your system, observe the following general guidelines when configuring your system memory: 200 • RDIMMs and UDIMMs cannot be mixed.
Three memory channels are allocated to each processor. The number of channels used and the allowable configurations depend on the memory mode selected. The channels are organized as follows: • Channel 0 - sockets 3, 6 • Channel 1 - sockets 2, 5 • Channel 2 - sockets 1, 4 Sockets A1 through A6 are assigned to CPU1; sockets B1 through B6 are assigned to CPU2. Advanced ECC Mode Support – PowerEdge M610/M610x In this configuration, channels 0 and 1 are combined to form one 128-bit channel.
Independent Channel Mode (Optimizer Mode) – PowerEdge M610/M610x In this mode, all three channels are populated with identical memory modules. This mode permits a larger total memory capacity, but does not support the reliability features of the other modes. To enable this mode, select the Optimizer option on the Memory Settings screen of the System Setup program. See "Memory Settings Screen" on page 140.
Table 3-10.
Table 3-10.
Figure 3-20. Memory Locations – PowerEdge M605 A1 A2 A3 A4 B4 B3 B2 B1 General Memory Module Installation Guidelines – PowerEdge M605 To ensure optimal performance of your system, observe the following guidelines when installing your system memory: • Memory modules must be installed in pairs of identically-sized DIMMs, beginning with slots A1 and A2 (processor 1) and B1 and B2 (processor 2, if installed). These slots are marked by white ejector tabs.
Single-Processor Memory Configurations CAUTION: Memory module blanks must be installed in unoccupied memory sockets to maintain proper cooling airflow. Table 3-11.
Dual-Processor Memory Configurations CAUTION: Memory module blanks must be installed in unoccupied memory sockets to maintain proper cooling airflow. Table 3-12.
Non-Optimal Memory Configurations System performance can be affected if your memory configuration does not conform to the preceding installation guidelines. Your system may issue an error message during start-up stating that your memory configuration is nonoptimal. Memory Sparing Support – PowerEdge M605 Memory sparing is supported in single- or dual-processor systems that have one of the fully populated memory configurations shown in Table 3-13.
Table 3-13.
System Memory – PowerEdge M600 You can upgrade your system memory to a maximum of 32 GB by installing 667 MHz registered DDRII fully-buffered DIMMs (FBDs). 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB memory modules are supported. The memory module sockets are divided into two equal branches (0 and 1). Each branch consists of two channels and each channel consists of two memory module sockets: • Branch 0, Channel 0 consists of slot 1 and slot 5. • Branch 0, Channel 1 consists of slot 2 and slot 6.
General Memory Module Installation Guidelines – PowerEdge M600 To ensure optimal performance of your system, observe the following guidelines when configuring your system memory: • Memory modules must be installed in pairs of identically-sized DIMMs. The total number of memory modules must equal two, four, or eight. Six modules are not supported. • All memory modules in the blade must be identical in speed and technology. The memory modules in each pair must be the same size.
Non-Optimal Memory Configurations System performance can be affected if your memory configuration does not conform to the preceding installation guidelines. Your system may issue an error message during start-up stating that your memory configuration is nonoptimal. Memory Sparing Support – PowerEdge M600 Memory sparing requires eight identical memory modules. The memory sparing feature must also be enabled in the System Setup program, and can be used only if memory mirroring is not enabled.
Installing Memory Modules WARNING: The memory modules are hot to the touch for some time after the blade 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. 1 Remove the blade. See "Removing a Blade" on page 155. 2 Open the blade. See "Opening the Blade" on page 159. 3 Locate the memory module sockets. See Figure 7-13 or Figure 7-12.
6 Align the memory module's edge connector with the alignment key on the memory module socket, and insert the memory module in the socket. NOTE: The memory module socket has an alignment key that allows you to install the memory module in the socket in only one way. 7 Press down on the memory module with your thumbs to lock the memory module into the socket.
4 PowerEdge M910 and M905 systems only - You must slide the system board back in the blade chassis to access memory sockets (B1-B8) and (D1-D8) for M910 and (C1-C4) and (D1-D4) for M905. See step 1 through step 9 in "Removing the System Board" on page 276. 5 Press down and out on the ejectors on each end of the socket until the memory module pops out of the socket. See Figure 3-22.
Figure 3-23.
Installing the Mezzanine Interface Card 1 Remove the blade. See "Removing a Blade" on page 155. 2 Open the blade. See "Opening the Blade" on page 159. 3 Open the card retention latch by pressing the ridged area on the latch with your thumb and lifting the end of the latch. See Figure 3-23. 4 If present, remove the connector cover from the interface card bay. NOTE: Hold the mezzanine interface card by its edges only.
Mezzanine Card Installation Guidelines Full-Height Blades Full-height blades support up to four mezzanine cards. NOTE: Even though PowerEdge M610x is a full blade system, only two mezzanine card slots (MEZZ1_Fab_C1 and MEZZ2_FAB_B1) in the expansion bay are available for use. The other two slots on the system board (MEZZ1_FAB_C and MEZZ2_FAB_B) are occupied by the mezzanine interface card which provides connectivity between the PCIe expansion-card riser and the system board.
• PowerEdge M610x supports two small-form factor (SFF) mezzanine cards. x8 PCIe Gen 1 and x8 PCIe Gen 2 cards are supported. Half-Height Blades Half-height blades support two mezzanine cards: • Mezzanine card slot C supports Fabric C. This card must match the fabric type of I/O modules installed in I/O module bays C1 and C2. • Mezzanine card slot B supports Fabric B. This card must match the fabric type of I/O modules installed in I/O module bays B1 and B2.
Figure 3-24.
Figure 3-25. Installing and Removing a Mezzanine Card - Half-Height Blades 3 4 2 5 1 1 Fabric C mezzanine card slot 2 Fabric B mezzanine card slot 3 mezzanine card 4 mezzanine card connector 5 retention latch 4 If present, remove the connector cover from the mezzanine card bay. NOTE: Hold the mezzanine card by its edges only. 5 Mezzanine cards are designed to fit in either card slot.
6 Lower the card into place until it is fully seated and the plastic clip on the outer edge of the card fits over the side of the blade chassis. 7 Close the retention latch to secure the mezzanine card. 8 Close the blade. See "Closing the Blade" on page 161. 9 Install the blade. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158. Removing a Mezzanine Card 1 Remove the blade. See "Removing a Blade" on page 155. 2 Open the blade. See "Opening the Blade" on page 159.
SD Card PowerEdge M905 and M805 In these blades, the SD card is an unmanaged persistent storage card. A hypervisor may be installed using this card. 1 Remove the blade. See "Removing a Blade" on page 155. 2 Install the SD card in the lower card slot. See Figure 3-26. 3 Install the blade. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158. Figure 3-26.
PowerEdge M915, M910, M710, M710HD, M610, and M610x In these blades, the SD card is an unmanaged persistent storage card. A hypervisor may be installed using this card. NOTE: For PowerEdge M915, M910, and M710HD, the iDRAC6 vFLASH card can be set to IDSDM function along with the SD card by setting the Redundancy option to Mirror mode in the Integrated Devices screen of system setup. When the IDSDM function is enabled, the vFlash functionality of the iDRAC6 vFlash card gets disabled.
SD vFlash Card (PowerEdge M915, M910, M710, M710HD, M610, and M610x Only) NOTE: For PowerEdge M915, M910 and M710HD, the iDRAC6 vFLASH card can be set to IDSDM function along with the SD card by setting the Redundancy option to Mirror mode in the Integrated Devices screen of system setup. When the IDSDM function is enabled, the vFlash functionality of the iDRAC6 vFlash card gets disabled.
RAID Battery The information in this section applies only to systems with the optional PERC controller cards without an integral battery backup unit. NOTE: For PowerEdge M710, M610, and M610x the RAID battery connectors are located on the system board. To locate the connectors for the RAID battery on the system board, see the appropriate figure in "System Board Connectors" on page 338. Removing a RAID Battery 1 Remove the blade. See "Removing a Blade" on page 155. 2 Open the system.
Figure 3-29.
Figure 3-30.
Figure 3-31.
Figure 3-32.
Installing the RAID Battery 1 Insert the battery. For systems with a battery carrier: a Insert the RAID battery into the battery carrier. See Figure 3-29. b Align the tabs on the battery carrier with the battery carrier slots on the chassis. c Slide the battery carrier into the battery carrier slots until it locks into place. See Figure 3-29. For PowerEdge M910, slide the battery in to secure the tabs on the RAID battery in the battery carrier on the system board (see Figure 3-30).
Integrated NIC Hardware Key Hardware functionality for the blade’s integrated NICs is enabled by installing a NIC hardware key in the socket on the system board (see "System Board Connectors" on page 338.) NOTE: Operating system support is also required for full NIC functionality. Figure 3-33.
To boot from the USB memory key, you must configure the USB memory key with a boot image, and then specify the USB memory key in the boot sequence in the System Setup program. See "Boot Settings Screen" on page 143. For information on creating a bootable file on the USB memory key, see the user documentation that accompanied the USB memory key. CAUTION: To avoid interference with other components in the blade, the maximum allowable dimensions of the USB key are 15.9 mm wide x 57.15 mm long x 7.9 mm high.
4 Lift the card from the system board. 5 Close the blade. See "Closing the Blade" on page 161. 6 Install the blade. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158. Figure 3-35. Removing or Installing the Integrated Network Card 1 2 3 1 screw (3) 3 LOM riser card connector 2 LOM riser card Installing the LOM Riser Card 1 Remove the blade. See "Removing a Blade" on page 155. 2 Open the blade. See "Opening the Blade" on page 159.
4 Tighten the screws to secure the card to the system board. See Figure 3-35. 5 Close the blade. See "Closing the Blade" on page 161. 6 Install the blade. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158. Expansion Cards and Expansion-Card Riser (PowerEdge M610x Only) Expansion Card Installation Guidelines Your system supports up to two Generation 2 PCIe expansion cards installed in the connectors on the expansion-card riser. To locate the expansion-card connectors on the expansion-card riser, see Figure 3-39.
Installing an Expansion 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 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 Unpack the expansion card and prepare it for installation.
Figure 3-36.
10 Connect the cables to the expansion card. See Figure 3-37 and Figure 3-38. NOTE: Route the data cables connecting the expansion-card riser to the mezzanine interface card through the cable management clip to ensure that the chassis cover slides in without obstruction when you close the blade. See Figure 3-37. 11 Close the blade. See "Closing the Blade" on page 161. 12 Install the blade. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158.
7 If you are removing the card permanently, install a metal filler bracket over the empty expansion slot opening on the chassis: NOTE: You must install a filler bracket over an empty expansion slot to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system. a Loosen the captive screw and rotate the filler-bracket retention latch open as shown in Figure 3-36.
Figure 3-37.
Figure 3-38. Installing or Removing Cables Connecting the Expansion-Card Riser to the Midplane Interface Card (PowerEdge M610x Only) 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 1 midplane interface card 2 data cable 4 3 power cable connecting midplane interface card to expansion-card riser 4 expansion-card riser 5 expansion card 6 power cables connecting midplane interface card to expansion cards (2) NOTE: You may use both power connections depending on the power requirements of the expansion card.
4 Lift up on the left side of the impedance wall to release it from the chassis inner wall, then slide the impedance wall out of the slot on the expansioncard riser. See Figure 3-36. 5 Lift the expansion-card riser off the riser guide posts and out of the system. See Figure 3-39. Figure 3-39.
Installing the Expansion-Card Riser 1 Align the riser guides on each end of the expansion-card riser with the riser guide posts on the system board and lower the riser into the blade until the riser is fully seated on the system board. See Figure 3-39. 2 If applicable, reinstall the expansion card(s). See "Installing an Expansion Card" on page 236. 3 Connect the power and data cables to the riser connectors. See Figure 3-37 and Figure 3-38.
PowerEdge M805 System • PowerEdge M805 supports dual-core or quad-core AMD Opteron 2xxxx series processors only. • Two processors must be installed; single-processor configurations are not supported. • Hypertransport (HT) bridge cards must be installed in sockets CPU3 and CPU4. See "HT Bridge Card (PowerEdge M905 Only)" on page 262.
Figure 3-40. Installing and Removing the Heat Sink (PowerEdge M915) 1 2 3 6 5 4 1 heat sink 2 screws (4) NOTE: You must install the heat sink in the orientation shown here.
Figure 3-41. Installing and Removing the Heat Sink (PowerEdge M910) 1 2 3 4 6 5 NOTE: The above illustration shows the 130 W heat sink. The 95 W / 105 W heat sinks look similar to the heat sink shown in Figure 3-42. 1 heat sink 2 screws (4) NOTE: You must install the heat sink in the orientation shown here.
Figure 3-42. Installing and Removing the Heat Sink (PowerEdge M905) 1 2 3 4 6 5 1 heat sink 2 screws (4) NOTE: You must install the heat sink in the orientation shown here.
Figure 3-43. Installing and Removing a Heat Sink (PowerEdge M805) 1 2 3 4 1 heat sink 2 screws (4) 4 socket CPU1 NOTE: You must install the heat sink in the orientation shown here.
Figure 3-44. Installing and Removing a Heat Sink (PowerEdge M710) 1 2 3 4 1 heat sink 2 screws (4) 4 socket CPU1 NOTE: You must install the heat sink in the orientation shown here.
Figure 3-45. Installing and Removing a Heat Sink (PowerEdge M710HD) 1 4 3 2 1 3 socket CPU2 2 screws (2) heat sink 4 socket CPU1 NOTE: You must install the heat sink in the orientation shown here.
Figure 3-46. Installing and Removing a Heat Sink (PowerEdge M610) 1 4 3 2 1 socket CPU2 2 heat sink NOTE: You must install the heat sink in the orientation shown here.
Figure 3-47. Installing and Removing a Heat Sink (PowerEdge M610x) 1 2 4 3 1 heat sink 2 screws (4) 4 socket CPU1 NOTE: You must install the heat sink in the orientation shown here.
Figure 3-48.
Figure 3-49. Installing and Removing a Heat Sink (PowerEdge M605) 1 2 4 3 1 heat sink 2 screws (4) 3 socket CPU2 4 socket CPU1 4 Remove the heat sink. Set the heat sink upside down on the work surface to avoid contaminating the thermal grease. 5 Use a clean, lint-free cloth to remove any thermal grease from the surface of the processor shield.
6 For PowerEdge M910, remove the screw to release the processor shield and then lift the processor out of the socket. See Figure 3-51. For other blades, pull the socket-release lever straight up until the processor is released from the socket. Open the processor shield and then lift the processor out of the socket. See Figure 3-50 (PowerEdge M915), Figure 3-52 (PowerEdge M710, M710HD, M610, M610x, or M600), or Figure 3-53 (PowerEdge M905, M805, or M605).
1 processor 2 notch in processor screw 3 pin-1 corner of processor 4 processor shield 5 pin-1 corner of socket 6 socket-release lever Figure 3-51.
Figure 3-52.
Figure 3-53.
Installing a Processor 1 If you are adding a processor to an unoccupied socket, perform the following steps first: NOTE: If you are installing just one processor, it must be installed in socket CPU1. See Figure 7-13 or Figure 7-12. a Remove the processor filler blank. b Lift the plastic processor socket cover from the socket. c For PowerEdge M910, remove the screw securing the processor shield.
d For PowerEdge M910, tighten the screw securing the processor shield. For other blades, rotate the socket release lever down until it snaps into place, securing the processor. 3 Install the heat sink: a If you are reinstalling a heat sink, use a clean, lint-free cloth to remove the existing thermal grease from the heat sink. If you are upgrading a processor and a new heat sink was supplied with the processor, install the new heat sink.
7 Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new processor operates correctly. See "Running System Diagnostics" on page 325 for information about running the diagnostics and troubleshooting processor problems. 8 Update the system BIOS. FlexMem Bridge (PowerEdge M910 Only) A FlexMem bridge must be installed in the third or fourth CPU sockets on the PowerEdge M910 system board to support two-processor configurations.
2 Install the FlexMem Bridge in the socket. CAUTION: Positioning the card incorrectly can permanently damage the card and the system board when you turn on the system. Be careful not to bend the pins on the LGA socket. a Identify the pin-1 corner of the card by locating the tiny gold triangle on one corner of the card. Place this corner in the same corner of the ZIF socket identified by a corresponding triangle on the system board.
Figure 3-54.
Installing an HT Bridge Card 1 Perform the following steps to prepare the two sockets on the new system board: a Remove the processor filler blank. b Lift the plastic processor socket cover from the socket. c Unlatch and rotate the socket-release lever 90 degrees upward. d Lift the processor shield. e Repeat step a through step d to prepare the second processor socket. 2 Install the bridge card in the socket. See Figure 3-54.
Blade System Board NVRAM Backup Battery The NVRAM backup battery is a 3.0 V, coin-cell battery. Removing and Installing the NVRAM Backup Battery 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. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. See the safety instructions that came with your system for additional information. 1 Remove the blade.
Figure 3-55. Replacing the NVRAM Backup Battery 1 2 1 "+" side of battery 2 battery connector 6 If you removed the system board to replace the battery, reinstall the board now. See "Blade System Board" on page 276. 7 Close the blade. See "Closing the Blade" on page 161. 8 Install the blade. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158. 9 Enter the System Setup program to confirm that the battery is operating properly. See "Using the System Setup Program" in your User's Guide.
Hard Drives • PowerEdge M915 supports two 2.5 inch SAS or SSD hard-disk drives. • PowerEdge M910 supports up to two 2.5 inch SAS, SATA, or solid-state disk (SSD) hard drives. • PowerEdge M905 and M805 support one or two 2.5 inch SAS hard-disk drives. • PowerEdge M710 supports one to four 2.5 inch SAS hard drives. • PowerEdge M710HD supports one or two 2.5 inch SAS or SSD hard drives. • PowerEdge M610, M610x, M605, and M600 support one or two 2.5 inch SATA hard drives, one or two 2.
Figure 3-56. Installing a Hard Drive 1 2 3 1 release button 3 carrier handle 2 hard drive 2 Insert the hard-drive carrier into the drive bay. Carefully align the channel on the hard-drive carrier with the appropriate drive slot on the blade. 3 Push the drive carrier into the slot until the handle makes contact with the blade. 4 Rotate the carrier handle to the closed position while pushing the carrier into the slot until it locks into place.
Removing a Hard Drive NOTE: Not all operating systems support hot-swappable drive installation. See the documentation supplied with your operating system. 1 Take the hard drive offline and wait until the hard-drive indicator codes on the drive carrier signal that the drive may be removed safely. See Figure 1-14. When all indicators are off, the drive is ready for removal. See your operating system documentation for more information on taking the hard drive offline.
Installing a Hard Drive in a Hard-Drive Carrier 1 Insert the hard drive into the hard-drive carrier with the drive’s controller board’s connector end of the drive at the back of the carrier. See Figure 3-57. 2 From the back of the carrier, slide the drive into the carrier until it contacts the stop tab on the front of the carrier. 3 Align the screw holes on the hard drive with the holes on the hard-drive carrier. For SATA drives, align the drive mounting holes with the carrier mounting holes marked SATA.
Figure 3-57.
Video Controller (PowerEdge M905, M805, M605, and M600 Only) Follow these steps to remove and replace the video controller: 1 Remove the blade. See "Removing a Blade" on page 155. 2 Open the blade. See "Opening the Blade" on page 159. 3 Remove the video controller: • If you are removing the video controller from a PowerEdge M905, M805, or M605, remove the two torx screws securing the daughter card, then lift the card from the blade. See Figure 3-59.
Figure 3-59. Removing and Installing a Video Controller Daughter Card (PowerEdge M605 Shown) 1 2 3 1 video controller board 3 connector on system board 2 torx screws (2) 4 To install a new video controller: • If you are installing a video controller in a PowerEdge M600, align the edge connector on the riser card with the connector on the system board, and then lower the riser card into place until the connector is fully seated and the latch snaps into place. See Figure 3-58.
Hard-Drive Backplane NOTE: A hard-drive backplane must be installed in each blade to maintain proper airflow, even when the blade is in a diskless configuration. NOTE: PowerEdge M600, M610, M610x, M710, M710HD, M805, M905, and M910 have one hard-drive backplane and PowerEdge M915 has two hard-drive backplanes. To locate the hard-drive backplane, see "Inside the System" on page 162. Follow these steps to remove and replace the hard-drive backplane: 1 Remove the blade. See "Removing a Blade" on page 155.
Figure 3-60. Removing and Installing the Hard-Drive Backplane (M915 Shown) 2 3 4 1 5 1 hard-drive backplane (2) 2 hard-drive connectors (2) 3 retention hooks (4) 4 latches (4) 5 backplane connector (2) 5 To install the hard-drive backplane: a Hold the backplane with the drive connectors facing towards the hard drive bays. b Position the backplane so that the retention hooks on the end of the drive bay are aligned with the corresponding slots in the backplane.
6 Replace the hard drive(s). If you are installing multiple drives, be sure to reinstall them in their original locations. 7 Close the blade. See "Closing the Blade" on page 161. 8 Install the blade. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158. Blade System Board Removing the System Board 1 Remove the blade. See "Removing a Blade" on page 155. 2 Open the blade. See "Opening the Blade" on page 159. 3 Install an I/O connector cover on the I/O connector(s) at the back of the board.
NOTE: If you are removing multiple mezzanine cards, label them so that you can replace them in their original locations. 9 To remove a full-height blade system board: a Use the thumb and index fingers of your right hand to lift the system board retention pin. See Figure 3-61. b Keeping the retention pin raised with your index finger, press the corner of the blade chassis with your thumb to slide the system board out of the open end of the chassis.
Figure 3-61.
To remove a half-height blade system board, hold the blade chassis with one hand, lift and pull the system board retention latch with the other hand, and then slide the system board out of the open end of the chassis. See Figure 3-62. Figure 3-62.
11 Remove the video riser card or daughter card. See "Video Controller (PowerEdge M905, M805, M605, and M600 Only)" on page 272. 12 Remove the memory modules and memory module blanks. See "Removing Memory Modules" on page 214. 13 Remove the processor(s). See "Removing a Processor" on page 244. 14 Remove the storage controller board. See "Removing the Storage Controller Board" on page 281. 15 Remove the NIC hardware activation key. See "System Board Connectors" on page 338 for the location of the key.
2 Slide the new system board into the open end of the blade chassis until the retention latch or retention pin engages. NOTE: Ensure that the system board plate is parallel with the chassis. When the board assembly is installed correctly, the tabs on the system board pan fit into the corresponding openings in the floor of the blade chassis. See Figure 3-61 or Figure 3-62. 3 Reinstall the video daughter card or video riser card. See "Video Controller (PowerEdge M905, M805, M605, and M600 Only)" on page 272.
5 If you are removing a RAID controller, disconnect the RAID battery from the controller board. 6 Lift the controller board straight up from the system board. Figure 3-63.
4 Reinstall the system board. See "Installing the System Board" on page 280. 5 Install the blade. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158. Midplane Interface Card (PowerEdge M610x) The midplane interface card is an additional chassis option that provides the capability to use PCIe cards. Removing the Midplane Interface Card 1 Remove the blade. See "Removing a Blade" on page 155. 2 Open the blade. See "Opening the Blade" on page 159.
Figure 3-64. Removing and Installing the Midplane Interface Card - PowerEdge M610x 1 2 4 3 1 screws (2) 2 power cable connectors (3) 3 midplane interface card 4 data cable connectors (2) 6 Disconnect the power and data cables from the connectors on the midplane interface card. To disconnect the power and data cables, press the release latch on the connector, push inward slightly, then outward to release the cable connector from the board connector.
8 Slide the midplane interface card toward the back of the chassis and lift it out of the chassis. Installing the Midplane Interface Card 1 Position the midplane interface card into the blade chassis by sliding it in from the back of the chassis. 2 Tighten the screws that secure the midplane interface card to the chassis. See Figure 3-64. NOTE: Ensure that the midplane interface card is parallel with the chassis. 3 Connect the power and data cables to the connectors on the midplane interface card.
Installing Blade Components
4 Installing Enclosure Components NOTE: To ensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the enclosure must be populated at all times with either a module or with a blank. Power Supply Modules The M1000e enclosure supports up to six hot-swappable power supply modules, accessible from the enclosure back panel. NOTE: The 2360 W and 2700 W power supply modules require 200–240 V input from a PDU.
NOTE: PDU inlet cords for this system may be too thick to fit in the wire guides installed in the rack vertical rails. If this is the case, remove the wire guides by removing the attachment screw securing each guide. Route the PDU inlet cords along the vertical rails, securing them with tie wraps or Velcro strips.
Figure 4-1. Power Cable Retention Clip 2 1 3 4 5 1 power supply 2 retention clip tether 3 notch in power supply handle 4 retention clip 5 power cable 2 Press down on the power supply module release button on the handle. See Figure 4-2.
Figure 4-2. Removing and Installing a Power Supply Module 1 2 3 1 power supply 3 release button 2 handle 3 Rotate the power supply module handle down to eject the power supply module. 4 Slide the power supply module out of the enclosure.
Installing a Power Supply Module 1 Ensure that the power supply module handle is fully open and the power cable is not plugged into the electrical outlet. 2 Slide the power supply module into the enclosure. See Figure 4-2. 3 Rotate the power supply module handle upward until it latches. 4 Plug a power cable into the power supply module.
Figure 4-3. Removing and Installing a Fan Module 1 2 1 fan module 2 release button Installing a Fan Module 1 Inspect the fan for debris before installing the fan in the enclosure. 2 Slide the fan module into the enclosure until it is fully seated and the release button engages. See Figure 4-3.
CMC Module Removing a CMC Module 1 Disconnect the cables attached to the CMC module. 2 Push the release latch on the handle and rotate the handle away from the module front panel. 3 Slide the CMC module out of the enclosure. 4 Install the I/O connector cover. See Figure 4-4. Figure 4-4.
Installing an SD Card in the CMC Module The SD card slot on the CMCM module supports an optional WWN/MAC feature that allows slot-based WWN/MACs for the blades, simplifying blade installation and replacement. NOTE: For a redundant CMC module system, install the SD card on the passive module. The blue status indicator is off on the passive module. 1 Remove the CMC module from the M1000e enclosure. See "Removing a CMC Module" on page 293. NOTE: Verify the write protection latch is in the "unlock" position.
3 Reinstall the CMC module and reattach any cables that were disconnected. See "Installing a CMC Module" on page 295. On a single CMC system, the SD card activates automatically. For redundant CMC module systems, initiate a changeover to make the passive module active using the following steps: 1 Navigate to the Chassis page. 2 Click the Power Management tab. 3 Click the Control sub tab. 4 Select the Reset CMC (warm boot) button. 5 Click Apply.
iKVM Module Removing an iKVM Module 1 Disconnect the cables attached to the iKVM module. 2 Press in the release latch on the handle and rotate the handle away from the module front panel. See Figure 4-4. 3 Slide the module out of the enclosure. Installing an iKVM Module 1 Ensure that the module handle is fully open. See Figure 4-4. 2 Slide the module into the enclosure until the handle contacts the enclosure. 3 To fully seat the module, close the handle until the release latch snaps into place.
Figure 4-6.
Installing an I/O Module NOTE: The I/O module must be installed in the appropriate I/O bay. See "Guidelines for Installing I/O Modules" on page 52. 1 Unpack the I/O module and prepare it for installation. For instructions, see the documentation that accompanied the I/O module. 2 Remove the I/O connector cover from the back of the module. See Figure 4-6. 3 Install the I/O module in the M1000e enclosure: a Lift the handle release latch and open the I/O module handle. b Slide the module into the enclosure.
Figure 4-7. Removing and Installing the Bezel 2 1 3 1 bezel 3 screws (8) 2 enclosure Installing the Enclosure Bezel 1 Attach the bezel to the enclosure using the screws. See Figure 4-7. 2 Connect the ribbon cable to the LCD module, and reinstall the cover plate.
Enclosure Midplane Removing the Front Module Cage Assembly and Midplane 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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
Figure 4-8. Removing and Installing the Front Module Cage Assembly 2 1 3 1 front module cage assembly 3 screws (4) 2 enclosure NOTE: The empty cage assembly weighs 21 kg (47 lbs). Obtain assistance when removing the cage assembly from the enclosure. 9 Slide the cage out from the enclosure. See Figure 4-8. 10 Disconnect the control-panel cable from the midplane by pressing the small latch at each end of the connector.
Figure 4-9. Removing and Installing the Midplane 2 1 1 front module cage assembly 3 screws (4) 3 2 midplane Installing the Midplane and Front Module Cage Assembly 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 is not covered by your warranty.
4 Install the four screws to secure the front module cage assembly. 5 Install the I/O modules. See "Installing an I/O Module" on page 298. 6 Install the iKVM module. See "Installing an iKVM Module" on page 296. 7 Install the CMC module. See "Installing a CMC Module" on page 295. 8 Install the fan modules. See "Installing a Fan Module" on page 292. 9 Install the power supply modules. See "Installing a Power Supply Module" on page 291. 10 Install the blades. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158.
Figure 4-10. Removing and Installing the Control Panel 3 2 1 4 1 control panel 2 control-panel cable 3 screws (2) 4 LCD panel cable 5 Press the catch at each end of the control-panel cable connector, and remove the control-panel cable from the underside of the control panel. 6 Use the pull-tab to disconnect the LCD panel cable from the underside of the control panel.
Installing the Enclosure Control Panel 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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product. 1 Connect the LCD panel cable to the new control panel.
Figure 4-11. Removing and Installing the LCD Module 3 4 5 2 1 1 cable cover 2 LCD module 3 ribbon cable 4 hinges (2) 5 screws (2) 2 Remove the cable cover. 3 Disconnect the ribbon cable. 4 Remove the two screws securing the LCD module to the hinges.
Installing the LCD Module 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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product. 1 Attach the new LCD module to the hinges using the two screws. See Figure 4-11.
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Troubleshooting Your System 5 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 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.
Checking the Equipment This section provides troubleshooting procedures for external devices attached to the system, such as the monitor, keyboard, or mouse. Before you perform any of the procedures, see "Troubleshooting External Connections" on page 310. Troubleshooting External Connections Loose or improperly connected cables are the most likely source of problems for the system, monitor, and other peripherals (such as a keyboard, mouse, or other external device).
Troubleshooting the Keyboard 1 Ensure that the blade(s) is turned on. 2 Verify that the iKVM firmware revision is current. 3 Check the keyboard connection to either the front-panel connector on the blade or to the back-panel iKVM module. 4 If the keyboard is connected to an external KVM using a SIP, check that the SIP is compatible with the KVM. 5 If two or more blades are installed in the enclosure, select a different blade.
Troubleshooting USB Devices NOTE: USB devices can be connected only to the blade front panel. Total length of a USB cable should not exceed 3 m (9.8 ft). 1 Ensure that the blade(s) is turned on. 2 Check the USB device connection to the blade. 3 Swap the USB device with a known-working USB device. 4 Connect the USB devices to the blade using a powered USB hub. 5 If another blade is installed, connect the USB device to that blade. If the USB device works with a different blade, the first blade may be faulty.
6 Remove the CMC module(s). See "Removing a CMC Module" on page 293. 7 Remove the iKVM module. See "Removing an iKVM Module" on page 296. 8 Remove the I/O modules. See "Removing an I/O Module" on page 296. 9 Let the system dry thoroughly for at least 24 hours. 10 Install the I/O modules. See "Installing an I/O Module" on page 298. 11 Install the iKVM module. See "Installing an iKVM Module" on page 296. 12 Install the CMC module. See "Installing a CMC Module" on page 295. 13 Install the fan modules.
3 Ensure that all components are properly installed and free from damage. 4 Run the online diagnostics. See "Running System Diagnostics" on page 325. If the tests fail, see "Getting Help" on page 361. Troubleshooting Enclosure Components The following procedures describe how to troubleshoot the following components: • Power supply modules • Fan modules • CMC module • Network switch module Troubleshooting Power Supply Modules NOTE: The power-supply modules are hot swappable.
NOTE: After installing a new power supply, allow several seconds for the system to recognize the power supply and determine whether it is working properly. The power supply DC power indicator turns green if the power supply is functioning properly. See Figure 1-17. 3 If none of the power supplies show a fault LED and the blades do not power on, check the LCD display or CMC for status messages. 4 If the problem is not resolved, see "Getting Help" on page 361.
3 Reseat the CMC module and see if the CMC module fault indicator turns off. See "CMC Module" on page 293 and Figure 1-22 for more information about the module’s indicators. 4 If another CMC module is available, swap the two modules. 5 If the fault indicator is off, but the serial device connected to the serial port is not properly operating, go to step 6.
Troubleshooting the iKVM Module Problem: When using iDRAC video\console redirection you cannot see video through the iKVM when you switch to a blade running Linux. Likely Cause and Solution: A monitor or KVM appliance with a lower resolution has recently been added. Example: A blade running X Windows under Linux is inserted and powered on. A user connects to the blade in OS GUI mode using the iDRAC and a video resolution is detected and hard-set for that session.
Troubleshooting a Network Switch Module NOTE: To eliminate the possibility of a hardware problem with the module or its attaching devices, first ensure that the module is properly initialized and configured. See the Configuration Guide and the documentation that came with the module before performing the following procedure. 1 Check that you have installed the module in an I/O slot that matches its fabric type. See "Supported I/O Module Configurations" on page 56.
Troubleshooting Blade Components The following procedures describe how to troubleshoot the following components. See Figure 3-5 for the location of the components inside the blade. • Memory • Hard drives • Expansion cards • Processors • Blade system board • Battery Troubleshooting Blade Memory NOTE: Before performing the following procedure, ensure that you have installed the memory modules according to the memory installation guidelines for the blade. See "System Memory" on page 171.
6 Close the blade. See "Closing the Blade" on page 161. 7 Install the blade. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158. 8 Run the system memory test in the system diagnostics. See "Running System Diagnostics" on page 325. If the test fails, see "Getting Help" on page 361. Troubleshooting Hard Drives CAUTION: This troubleshooting procedure can destroy data stored on the hard drive. Before you proceed, back up all the files on the hard drive, if possible.
Troubleshooting Expansion Cards 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 is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
14 For each expansion card you removed in step 10, perform the following steps: a Open the blade. See "Opening the Blade" on page 159. b Reinstall one of the expansion cards. c Close the blade. See "Closing the Blade" on page 161. d Install the blade and turn it on. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158. e Run the appropriate diagnostic test. 15 For M610x only, if the problem persists after reseating the expansion cards, reseat the power and data cables and run the appropriate diagnostic test.
Troubleshooting the Blade Board 1 Remove the blade. See "Removing a Blade" on page 155. 2 Open the blade. See "Opening the Blade" on page 159. 3 Clear the blade NVRAM. See "Blade System Board Jumper Settings" on page 331 for the location of the NVRAM_CLR jumper. 4 If there is a still a problem with the blade, remove and reinstall the blade. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158. 5 Turn on the blade. 6 Run the system board test in the system diagnostics. See "Running System Diagnostics" on page 325.
Troubleshooting the NVRAM Backup Battery Each blade contains a battery that maintains the blade configuration, date, and time information in NVRAM when you turn off the blade. You may need to replace the battery if an incorrect time or date is displayed during the boot routine. You can operate the blade without a battery; however, the blade configuration information maintained by the battery in NVRAM is erased each time you remove power from the blade.
Running System Diagnostics 6 If you experience a problem with your blade, run the diagnostics before calling for technical assistance. The purpose of the diagnostics is to test your blade's hardware without requiring additional equipment or risking data loss. If you are unable to fix the problem yourself, service and support personnel can use diagnostics test results to help you solve the problem. Dell PowerEdge Diagnostics To assess a system problem, first use the online Dell PowerEdge Diagnostics.
• Temporarily suspend testing if an error is detected or terminate testing when a user-defined error limit is reached • View help messages that briefly describe each test and its parameters • View status messages that inform you if tests are completed successfully • View error messages that inform you of problems encountered during testing When to Use the System Diagnostics If a major component or device in the blade does not operate properly, component failure may be indicated.
From a USB Flash Drive 1 Format the USB flash drive to emulate a hard drive. See the documentation that came with your USB flash drive for instructions. 2 Configure the USB flash drive to be a bootable device. See the documentation that came with your USB flash drive for instructions. Dell also provides a USB memory key boot utility for download at support.dell.com. 3 Install DKMS DOS on the USB flash drive. 4 Create a directory for the system diagnostics on the USB flash drive.
System Diagnostics Testing Options To select an option from the Diagnostics menu, highlight the option and press , or press the key that corresponds to the highlighted letter in the option. Table 6-1 provides a brief explanation of testing options. Table 6-1. System Diagnostics Testing Options Testing Option Function Quick Tests Performs a quick check of the blade. Select Test All Devices and then select Quick Tests. This option runs device tests that do not require user interaction.
Using the Advanced Testing Options When you select Advanced Testing from the Diagnostics menu, the main screen of the diagnostics appears and displays the following information: • Two lines at the top of the screen identify the diagnostics utility, the version number, and the system’s service tag number. • The left side of the screen under Device Groups lists the diagnostic device groups in the order that they are tested if you select All under the Run Tests submenu.
Running System Diagnostics
System Board Information 7 Blade 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. 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.
PowerEdge M910 Jumper Settings Figure 7-3 shows the location of the configuration jumpers on the blade system board. Table 7-2 lists the jumper settings. NOTE: Figure 7-3 is oriented with the front end of the blade system board facing to the right. Table 7-2. PowerEdge M910 Jumper Settings PSWD_EN (default) The password feature is enabled. The password feature is disabled. NVRAM_CLR (default) The configuration settings are retained at system boot.
Table 7-3. PowerEdge M905 Jumper Settings (continued) NVRAM_CLR (default) The configuration settings are retained at system boot. The configuration settings are cleared at the next system boot. (If the configuration settings become corrupted to the point where the system does not boot, install the jumper and boot the system. Remove the jumper before restoring the configuration information.) PowerEdge M805 Jumper Settings Figure 7-4 shows the location of the configuration jumpers on the blade system board.
PowerEdge M710 Jumper Settings Figure 7-5 shows the location of the configuration jumpers on the blade system board. Table 7-5 lists the jumper settings. NOTE: Figure 7-5 is oriented with the front end of the blade system board facing to the right. Table 7-5. PowerEdge M710 Jumper Settings PWRD_EN (default) The password feature is enabled. (Pins 2-3) The password feature is disabled. (Pins 1-2) NVRAM_CLR (default) The configuration settings are retained at system boot.
PowerEdge M710HD Jumper Settings Figure 7-6 shows the location of the configuration jumpers on the blade system board. Table 7-6 lists the jumper settings. NOTE: Figure 7-6 is oriented with the front end of the blade system board facing to the right. Table 7-6. PowerEdge M710HD Jumper Settings PSWD_EN (default) The password feature is enabled. The password feature is disabled. NVRAM_CLR (default) The configuration settings are retained at system boot.
PowerEdge M610/M610x Jumper Settings Figure 7-7 shows the location of the configuration jumpers on the blade system board. Table 7-7 lists the jumper settings. NOTE: Figure 7-7 is oriented with the front end of the blade system board facing to the right. Table 7-7. PowerEdge M610/M610x Jumper Settings PWRD_EN (default) The password feature is enabled. (Pins 1-2) The password feature is disabled. (Pins 2-3) NVRAM_CLR (default) The configuration settings are retained at system boot.
PowerEdge M600 Jumper Settings Figure 7-13 shows the location of the configuration jumpers on the blade system board. Table 7-8 lists the jumper settings. NOTE: Figure 7-13 is oriented with the front end of the blade system board facing to the right. Table 7-8. PowerEdge M600 Jumper Settings PWRD_EN (default) The password feature is enabled. (Pins 1-2) The password feature is disabled.
System Board Connectors PowerEdge M915 System Board Figure 7-1. PowerEdge M915 System Board Connectors 1 2 3 4 5 6 22 21 7 20 19 18 8 17 9 10 16 11 12 15 14 Table 7-9.
Table 7-9. PowerEdge M915 System Board Connectors (continued) Connector Description 3 CPU2 Processor 2 socket 4 CPU4 Processor 4 socket 5 BACKPLANE 2 Hard-drive backplane connector 6 - USB connector 7 D1 – D8 Memory modules D1 – D8 (for processor 4) 8 C1 – C8 Memory modules C1 – C8 (for processor 3) 9 - Connector for the 3.
PowerEdge M910 System Board Figure 7-2. PowerEdge M910 System Board Connectors 1 20 2 3 4 5 19 18 17 6 16 15 7 14 9 10 13 11 12 Table 7-10.
Table 7-10. PowerEdge M910 System Board Connectors (continued) Connector Description 6 D1 – D4 Memory modules D1 – D4 7 - Connector for the 3.0 V coin battery NOTE: Access requires removal of system board. See "Removing the System Board" on page 276.
PowerEdge M905 System Board Figure 7-3. PowerEdge M905 System Board Connectors 1 2 3 5 4 6 7 20 8 9 19 10 18 11 17 16 15 14 13 12 Table 7-11.
Table 7-11. PowerEdge M905 System Board Connectors (continued) Connector Description 8 C1 – C4 Memory modules C1 – C4 9 PSWD_EN, NVRAM_CLR System configuration jumpers NOTE: Access requires removal of system board. See "Removing the System Board" on page 276. 10 - Connector for the 3.0 V coin battery NOTE: Access requires removal of system board. See "Removing the System Board" on page 276.
PowerEdge M805 System Board Figure 7-4. PowerEdge M805 System Board Connectors 2 1 3 4 5 16 6 15 7 14 8 13 12 11 10 9 Table 7-12.
Table 7-12. 6 PowerEdge M805 System Board Connectors (continued) Connector Description PWRD_EN, NVRAM_CLR System configuration jumpers NOTE: Access requires removal of system board. See "Removing the System Board" on page 276. 7 - Connector for the 3.0 V coin battery NOTE: Access requires removal of system board. See "Removing the System Board" on page 276.
PowerEdge M710 System Board Figure 7-5. PowerEdge M710 System Board Connectors 2 1 3 5 4 6 17 7 8 16 9 15 10 14 13 12 11 Table 7-13.
Table 7-13. PowerEdge M710 System Board Connectors (continued) Connector Description 8 J_INT_USB USB connector 9 - Connector for the 3.0 V coin battery NOTE: Access requires removal of system board. See "Removing the System Board" on page 276.
PowerEdge M710HD System Board Figure 7-6. PowerEdge M710HD System Board Connectors 1 10 2 3 9 8 4 7 6 Table 7-14. PowerEdge M710HD System Board Connectors Connector Description 1 LOM RISER Network Daughter Card/LOM Riser card connector 2 MEZZ2_FAB_B Mezzanine card connector 2 Fabric B 3 A1 – A9 Memory modules A1 – A9 4 CPU2 Processor 2 socket 5 - Connector for the 3.0 V coin battery NOTE: Access requires removal of system board. See "Removing the System Board" on page 276.
PowerEdge M610 System Board Figure 7-7. PowerEdge M610 System Board Connectors 13 Table 7-15.
Table 7-15. PowerEdge M610 System Board Connectors (continued) 9 Connector Description - Hard-drive backplane connector 10 B1 – B6 Memory modules B1 – B6 11 - RAID battery connector 12 CPU1 Processor 1 socket 13 - iDRAC6 enterprise card connector PowerEdge M610x System Board Figure 7-8.
Table 7-16. PowerEdge M610x System Board Connectors Connector Description 1 MEZZ2_FAB_B Mezzanine interface card connector 2 A1 – A6 Memory modules A1 – A6 3 - Hardware key socket for enabling the integrated NIC feature 4 CPU2 Processor 2 socket 5 - Hard-drive backplane connector 6 - Storage controller card connector 7 - Connector for the 3.0 V coin battery NOTE: Access requires removal of system board. See "Removing the System Board" on page 276.
PowerEdge M610x Midplane Interface Card Figure 7-9. PowerEdge M610x Midplane Interface Card Connectors 1 7 2 6 5 4 3 Table 7-17.
Table 7-17. PowerEdge M610x Midplane Interface Card Connectors (continued) Connector Description 6 MEZZ1_FAB_C1 Mezzanine card connector - Fabric C 7 Data 3 Data cable connector 3 PowerEdge M610x Expansion-Card Riser Figure 7-10.
Connector Description 3 PCIe 2 Expansion-card connector 2 4 PCIe 1 Expansion-card connector 1 5 Data 3 Data cable connector 3 6 Data 4 Data cable connector 4 7 - Riser-card power connector PowerEdge M610x Mezzanine Interface Card Figure 7-11.
Connector Description 1 Data 2 Data cable connector 2 2 - Mezzanine interface card connectors 3 Data 1 Data cable connector 1 PowerEdge M605 System Board Figure 7-12. PowerEdge M605 System Board Connectors 3 2 1 4 5 6 8 7 9 10 11 12 17 18 Table 7-18.
Table 7-18. PowerEdge M605 System Board Connectors (continued) Connector Description 8 CPU2 Processor 2 socket 9 TOE_KEY Hardware key socket for enabling the integrated NIC TOE/iSCSI feature 10 PWRD_EN, NVRAM_CLR Configuration jumpers 11 SASBKPLN Hard-drive backplane connector 12 BATTERY Connector for the 3.
PowerEdge M600 System Board Figure 7-13. PowerEdge M600 System Board Connectors 2 1 3 4 5 7 6 8 9 10 11 13 12 14 18 Table 7-19. 17 16 15 PowerEdge M600 System Board Connectors Connector Description 1 - Mezzanine card connector - Fabric C 2 - Mezzanine card connector - Fabric B 3 BATTERY Connector for the 3.
Table 7-19.
6 Close the blade. See "Closing the Blade" on page 161. 7 Install the blade. See "Installing a Blade" on page 158. When the blade is on, the power-on indicator is solid green. Allow the blade to finish booting. The existing passwords are not disabled (erased) until the system boots with the password removed. However, before you assign a new system and/or setup password, you must reinstall the password jumper.
System Board Information
8 Getting Help Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). 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 and product, and some services may not be available in your area.
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Index A fault indicator, 49 installing, 295-296 link activity indicator, 49 link indicator, 49 removing, 293, 296 status indicator, 49 troubleshooting, 315 AC power present indicator, 37 B batteries troubleshooting, 324 battery, 265 installing, 265 removing, 265 blade board troubleshooting, 323 configuring boot drive, 269 connectors system board, 338 contacting Dell, 361 blade power button, 30 blades closing, 161 installing, 158 opening, 159 processors, 243 removing, 155 boot drive configuring, 269 C
expansion cards installing, 236 removing, 238 expansion slots, 235 expansion-card riser, 239 F fan module indicators, 37 fans installing, 292 removing, 291 troubleshooting, 315 features back-panel, 34 blade, 22 blade power button, 30 CMC module, 48 Fibre Channel pass-through module, 88, 92 Fibre Channel switch module, 96, 98-100 Gb Ethernet pass-through module, 101 hard drive, 31 I/O connectivity, 52 PowerConnect Ethernet switch, 74-75, 83 system, 14 G Gb Ethernet pass-through module, 101 getting help, 36
identifying midplane version, 38 iKVM module, 296 features, 41 installing, 296 removing, 296 tiering, 44 indicators AC power present, 37 CMC fault, 49 CMC link, 49 CMC link activity, 49 CMC status, 49 fan module, 37 Fibre Channel pass-through module, 75-76, 94, 100 power supply, 36 power supply fault, 37-38 server module power selection, 30 system power, 17 installing battery, 265 blades, 158 CMC module, 295-296 expansion card, 236 fans, 292 hard drive in a drive carrier, 270 hard drives, 267 I/O module, 29
troubleshooting, 311 N network switch module troubleshooting, 318 NVRAM backup, 265 PowerConnect Ethernet switch module, 74-75, 83 processors blades, 243 troubleshooting, 322 R recommended tools, 155 O opening blades, 159 options system setup, 139 P password disabling, 358 setup, 153 system, 151 password features setup, 151 system, 151 phone numbers obtaining, 361 POST accessing system features, 13 power supplies installing, 291 removing, 288 troubleshooting, 314 366 Index removing battery, 265 blade
start-up accessing system features, 13 telephone numbers obtaining, 361 support contacting Dell, 361 TPM security, 147 system board connectors, 338 system control panel, 16 system fans, 291 system features, 14 accessing, 13 system password, 151 system password features, 151 system power button, 17 system power indicator, 17 system setup options, 139 using, 138 system setup program entering, 138 SATA settings, 143 serial communications options, 146 system security options, 147 system setup screens consol
V video controller installing, 273 Index 368
