Owners Manual

About Your System 11
About Your System
This section describes the physical, firmware, and software interface features
that provide and ensure the essential functioning of your system. The physical
connectors on your system’s front and back panels provide convenient
connectivity and system expansion capability. The system firmware, applications,
and operating systems monitor the system and component status and alert you
when a problem arises. System conditions can be reported by any of the following:
• Front or back panel indicators
• System messages
• Warning messages
• Diagnostics messages
• Alert messages
This section describes each type of message, lists the possible causes, and
provides steps to resolve any problems indicated by a message. The system
indicators and features are illustrated in this section.
Other Information You May Need
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.
• The Rack Installation Guide included with your rack solution describes
how to install your system into a rack.
• The
Getting Started Guide provides an overview of system features, setting
up your system, and technical specifications.
• CDs and DVDs included with your system provide documentation and
tools for configuring and managing your system.
• Systems management software documentation describes the features,
requirements, installation, and basic operation of the software.
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