Dell PowerEdge C6220 II Systems Hardware Owner’s Manual
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Contents 1 About Your System .....................................................13 Accessing System Features during Startup .................................. 13 Front-Panel Features and Indicators ............................................. 14 Hard-Drive Indicator Patterns......................................................... 18 Service Tag .......................................................................................... 21 Back Panel Features and Indicators ...............................
POST End Event .......................................................................... 43 POST Error Code Event............................................................. 44 BIOS Recovery Event ................................................................. 44 ME Fail Event ................................................................................ 45 SEL Generator ID ......................................................................... 45 Sensor Data Record .................................
SATA Configuration .................................................................... 92 PCI Configuration ....................................................................... 95 Embedded Network Devices ................................................... 98 ISCSI Remote Boot .................................................................. 100 Active State Power Management Configuration ................. 101 PCI Slot Configuration .............................................................
Removing a 3.5-inch Hard-Drive Blank ................................ 160 Installing a 3.5-inch Hard-Drive Blank .................................. 160 Removing a 2.5-inch Hard-Drive Blank ................................ 161 Installing a 2.5-inch Hard-Drive Blank .................................. 161 Removing a Hard-Drive Carrier .............................................. 162 Installing a Hard-Drive Carrier ................................................
Installing a Processor ............................................................... 181 Interposer Extender for 2U Node .................................................183 Removing the Interposer Extender for 2U Node................. 183 Installing the Interposer Extender for 2U Node ................... 184 Removing the Interposer Extender Tray for 2U Node ........ 186 Installing the Interposer Extender for 2U Node Tray .......... 187 Expansion-Card Assembly and Expansion Card .......................
Installing the LSI 9265-8i RAID Battery ................................. 217 Riser Card ......................................................................................... 218 Optional Riser Cards ................................................................. 218 Removing the Riser Card for 1U Node ................................. 220 Installing the Riser card for 1U Node ..................................... 221 Cable Routing for Riser Card (1U Node) ...............................
Removing the Memory Modules ........................................... 244 Installing the Memory Modules ............................................. 246 System Battery ................................................................................. 248 Replacing the System Battery ................................................ 248 System Board ................................................................................... 250 Removing a System Board ................................................
Installing the Direct Backplane ............................................... 291 2.5-inch Hard Drive Expander Configuration ........................... 293 Removing the 2.5-inch Hard Drive Backplane for Expander Configuration .......................................................... 293 Installing the 2.5-inch Hard Drive Backplane for Expander Configuration ........................................................... 301 Front Panels .......................................................................
Troubleshooting a USB Device ..................................................... 317 Troubleshooting a Serial I/O Device ............................................318 Troubleshooting a NIC ...................................................................318 Troubleshooting a Wet System .....................................................319 Troubleshooting a Damaged System ......................................... 320 Troubleshooting the System Battery ...........................................
1GbE Mezzanine Card Connectors ............................................. 342 10GbE Mezzanine Card Connectors ........................................... 343 Power Distribution Board 1 Connectors .................................... 344 Power Distribution Board 2 Connectors.................................... 345 Sensor Board Connectors ............................................................. 345 Jumper Settings ..............................................................................
1 About Your System Accessing System Features during Startup The following keystrokes provide access to system features during startup. Note that the hot-keys of SAS/SATA card or PXE support are available in BIOS boot mode only. There is no hot-key to boot through the UEFI mode. Keystroke Description Enters the System Setup program. See “Start Menu” on page 65. Enters the BIOS Boot Manager. See “Boot Manager” on page 66.
Front-Panel Features and Indicators This system is designed with two types of system boards: C6220 II and C6220. The system supports the following configurations: Figure 1-1. Front Panel−3.5” x12 Hard Drives with Four System Boards (C6220/C6220 II RAID Card & Onboard SATA Controller) Figure 1-2. Front Panel−3.
Figure 1-3. Front Panel−3.5” x6 Hard Drives with Two System Board (C6220 Onboard SATA Controller) Figure 1-4. Front Panel−2.5” x24 Hard Drives with Four System Boards (C6220/C6220 II RAID Card & Onboard SATA Controller) Figure 1-5. Front Panel−2.
Figure 1-6. Front Panel−2.5” x12 Hard Drives with two System Board (C6220/C6220 II Onboard SATA Controller) NOTE: For more information on the direction details of the 2.5-inch hard drive expander configuration support, see the HDD Zoning configuration tool at Dell.com/support.
Item 9 2 4 6 Indicator, Button Or Connector Power-on indicator/ system state indicator/ power button for system board 3 System identification indicator/button for system board 1 System identification indicator/button for system board 2 System identification indicator/button for system board 4 8 System identification indicator/button for system board 3 5 Hard Drives * Drive Cover Icon Description operating systems, turning off the system using the power button causes the system to perform a grac
Hard-Drive Indicator Patterns Figure 1-7. 3.5-inch Hard Drive Indicators 1 hard-drive activity indicator (green) 2 hard-drive status indicator (green and amber) Figure 1-8. 2.
Table 1-1. Hard-Drive Status Indicators−For 3.5"/2.
Table 1-2. Hard-Drive Status Indicators−For 2.
Service Tag The Service Tag locations for 1U node, 2U node, and the chassis are as follows: Figure 1-9 Service Tag Location for 1U Node Figure 1-10 Service Tag Location for 2U Node About Your System | 21
Figure 1-11 Service Tag Location on the Left Front Panel Figure 1-12 Service Tag Location on the Chassis 22 | About Your System
The linkage of 12 hard drives for four system boards is presented as below. Refer to Front-Panel Features and Indicators on page 14 for other configurations. Figure 1-13 Service Tag Linkage NOTE: HDD’s under warranty would be linked to the appropriate service tag of the node.
Back Panel Features and Indicators Figure 1-14 Back Panel with Four System Boards Figure 1-15 Back Panel with Two System Boards Item Indicator, Button Or Connector Icon Description 1 Power supply 2 2 Power supply 1 1200 W/1400 W 3 dual USB port Connect USB devices to the system. The ports are USB 2.0-compliant.
Item Indicator, Button Or Connector Icon Description board. Lights amber when the system needs attention due to a problem. 5 LAN connector 1 Embedded 10/100/1000 NIC connectors. 6 LAN connector 2 Embedded 10/100/1000 NIC connectors. 7 Management port Dedicated management port. 8 Serial port Connects a serial device to the system. 9 VGA port Connects a VGA display to the system.
Item Indicator, Button Or Connector Icon Description shutdown before power to the system is turned off. NOTE: To force an ungraceful shutdown, press and hold the power button for five seconds. System-Board Assembly Configurations Figure 1-16. Enumeration Four System Boards for 1U Node Figure 1-17. Enumeration Three System Boards for 1U Node Figure 1-18.
Figure 1-19. Enumeration One System Board for 1U Node Figure 1-20. Enumeration Two System Boards for 2U Node Figure 1-21.
LAN Indicator Codes Figure 1-22. LAN Indicators 1 speed indicator 2 link/activity indicator Component Indicator Condition Speed indicator Solid amber Linking at 100Mbps speed Solid green Linking at 1Gbps speed (maximum) Linking at 1Gbps speed. Activity is present: - Pre OS POST - OS without driver - OS with driver Blinking at speed relative to packet density.
Figure 1-23.
Power and System Board Indicator Codes The LEDs on the system front panel and back panel display status codes during system startup. For location of the LEDs on the front panel, see Figure 1-1 for 3.5” hard drive and Figure 1-4 for 2.5” hard drive systems. For location of the LEDs on the back panel, see Figure 1-14 and Figure 1-15. Table 1-3 lists the status associated with the status codes. Table 1-3.
Power Supply Indicator Codes 1400W Power Supply Figure 1-24. Power Supply Status Indicator 1 power supply Component AC power indicator Indicator Solid green Blinking green Off 2 AC power indicator Condition System is on. System is off. AC off.
1200W Power Supply Figure 1-25. Power Supply Status Indicator 1 power supply Component AC power indicator Indicator Solid green Yellow Off 32 | About Your System 2 AC power Indicator Condition AC on. Fault. AC off.
BMC Heart Beat LED The system board provides BMC heart beat LED (LED17) for BMC debugs. The BMC heart beat LED is green. When the system AC power is connected, the LED lights. When BMC firmware is ready, the BMC heart beat LED blinks. Figure 1-26. BMC Heart Beat LED on the System Board C6220 II Figure 1-27.
Post Error Code Collecting System Event Log (SEL) for Investigation Whenever possible, the BIOS will output the current boot progress codes on the video screen. Progress codes are 32-bit quantities plus optional data. The 32-bit numbers include class, subclass, and operation information. The class and subclass fields point to the type of hardware that is being initialized. The operation field represents the specific initialization activity.
Error Code 0010h 0011h 0012h 0013h 0014h 0015h 0016h 0017h 0018h 0019h 001Ah 001Bh Error Message Error Cause Recovery Method Local Console Video device Make sure Resource initialization video device Conflict failed is well Local Console Video device Make sure Controller Error initialization video device failed is well Local Console Video device Make sure Output Error initialization video device failed is well ISA IO Controller ISA device's Make sure ISA Error IO device is well initialization f
Error Code 001Ch 001Eh 001Fh 0020h 0021h 0023h 0024h 0025h 0026h 0027h 0028h 0029h 002Ah Error Message Recovery Method Mouse Interface Mouse device Make sure Error initialization mouse device failed is well Keyboard not No keyboard be Install Detected detected keyboard Keyboard Controller KBC Make sure KBC Error initialization is well failed Keyboard Stuck Key Keyboard Stuck Make sure PS2 Error Key Error KB device is well Keyboard Locked Keyboard Make sure PS2 Error Locked Error KB device is wel
Error Code 002Bh 002Ch 002Dh 002Eh 002Fh 8018h 8019h 8021h 8100h Error Message Error Cause Recovery Method Make sure serial controller is well Make sure serial controller is well Make sure serial controller is well Check microcode Serial Port Controller Error Serial controller initialization failed Serial Port Input Serial Error controller initialization failed Serial Port Output Serial Error controller initialization failed Microcode Update Processor Error microcode load failed No Microcode be
System Event Log Processor Error Message: “Processor Sensor, IERR error, Processor 1” Byte Field Value Description 1 NetFunLun 10h 2 Platform Event Command 02h 3 Generator ID 01h Generated by BIOS 4 Event Message Format Version 04h Event Message Format Revision.
Memory ECC Message: “Memory Sensor, Correctable ECC error, SBE warning threshold, CPU1 DIMM_A1” Byte 1 2 3 4 Field NetFunLun Platform Event Command Generator ID Event Message Format Version Value 10h 02h 01h 04h 5 6 Sensor Type Sensor Number 0Ch 60h 7 6Fh 8 Event Direction Event Type Event Data1 9 Event Data2 XXh 10 Event Data3 XXh AXh Description Generated by BIOS Event Message Format Revision. 04h for this specification (IPMI 2.
PCI-E Error Message: “Critical Interrupt Sensor, PCI PERR, Device#, Function#, Bus# “ Byte 1 2 3 4 Field NetFunLun Platform Event Command Generator ID Event Message Format Version Value 10h 02h 01h 04h 5 6 Sensor Type Sensor Number 13h 73h 7 6Fh 8 Event Direction Event Type Event Data1 9 Event Data2 XXh 10 Event Data3 XXh AXh Description Generated by BIOS Event Message Format Revision. 04h for this specification.
7 8 Event Direction Event Type Event Data1 6Fh AXh 9 10 Event Data2 Event Data3 XXh XXh Bit 7: 0 = Assert Event Bit 6: 0 = Event Type Code 07h: Core 08h: Non-Fatal 0Ah: Fatal Local Error Bit 00h: QPI[0] Error 01h: QPI[1] Error 02h: QPI[2] Error 03h: QPI[3] Error 04h: QPI[0] Protocol Error 05h: QPI[1] Protocol Error 06h: QPI[2] Protocol Error 07h: QPI[3] Protocol Error 23h: Miscellaneous Error 24h: IOH Core Error SB Error Message: “Critical Interrupt Sensor, Correctable, MCU Parity Error” Byte 1 2 3 4
10 Event Data3 FFh Buffer Overflow 00011b: HT Response Error 00100b: HT Per-Packet CRC Error 00101b: HT Retry Counter Error 00111b: MCU Parity Error FFh: Not Present POST Start Event Message: “System Event, POST starts with BIOS xx.xx.
POST End Event Byte 1 2 3 4 Field NetFunLun Platform Event Command Generator ID Event Message Format Version Value 10h 02h 01h 04h 5 6 Sensor Type Sensor Number 12h 85h 7 6Fh 8 Event Direction Event Type Event Data1 9 Event Data2 XXh 10 Event Data3 FFh AXh Description Generated by BIOS Event Message Format Revision. 04h for this specification.
POST Error Code Event Message: “System Firmware Progress, POST error code: UBLBh.” Byte 1 2 3 4 Field NetFunLun Platform Event Command Generator ID Event Message Format Version Value 10h 02h 01h 04h 5 6 Sensor Type Sensor Number 0Fh 86h 7 6Fh 8 Event Direction Event Type Event Data1 9 10 Event Data2 Event Data3 XXh XXh AXh Description Generated by BIOS Event Message Format Revision. 04h for this specification.
ME Fail Event Byte 1 2 3 4 Field NetFunLun Platform Event Command Generator ID Event Message Format Version Value 10h 02h 01h 04h 5 6 Sensor Type Sensor Number 12h 8Ah 7 Event Direction Event Type Event Data1 Event Data2 Event Data3 6Fh 8 9 10 AXh XXh FFh Description Generated by BIOS Event Message Format Revision. 04h for this specification.
Record ID 0004h Sensor Sensor Sensor Number Name Type 0x01 SEL Fullness Event Logging Disabled (10h) Event/Reading Type Sensorspecific (6Fh) Offset 0001h 0x02 P1 ThermalTrip Processor (07h) Sensorspecific (6Fh) SI: 01h SC: 40h AM: 0002h DM: 0000h RM: 0002h 0002h 0x03 P2 ThermalTrip Processor (07h) Sensorspecific (6Fh) SI: 01h SC: 40h AM: 0002h DM: 0000h RM: 0002h 0003h 0x04 CPU ERR2 Processor (07h) Sensorspecific (6Fh) SI: 01h SC: 40h AM: 0001h DM: 0000h RM: 0001h 0005h 0x05 12V Stan
Record ID 0009h Sensor Sensor Number Name 0x08 3.3V Sensor Type Voltage (02h) Event/Reading Offset Type Threshold SI: 7Fh SC: (01h) 59h AM: 7A95h DM: 7A95h TM: 3F3Fh 0008h 0x09 3.
Record ID 000Fh Sensor Sensor Number Name 0x44 DIMM ZONE 2 Temp Sensor Type Temperature (01h) Event/Reading Offset Type Threshold SI: 7Fh SC: (01h) 68h AM: 0A95h DM: 7A95h TM: 3838h 0012h 0x45 PCH Temp Temperature Threshold (01h) (01h) SI: 7Fh SC: 68h AM: 0A95h DM: 7A95h TM: 3838h 0017h 0x60 Memory Memory (0Ch) Sensorspecific (6Fh) SI: 01h SC: 40h AM: 0023h DM: 0000h RM: 0023h 0013h 0xA0 Watchdog Watchdog 2 (23h) Sensorspecific (6Fh) SI: 67h SC: 40h AM: 000Fh DM: 0000h RM: 000Fh 0016h
Record Sensor Sensor ID Number Name Dynamic 0xB6 PSU1 Status Sensor Type Power Supply (08h) Event/Reading Type Sensorspecific (74h) Offset SI: 40h AM: DM: RM: 67h SC: Power Supply (08h) Sensorspecific (74h) SI: 40h AM: DM: RM: 67h SC: Power Supply (08h) Sensorspecific (74h) SI: 40h AM: DM: RM: 67h SC: Power Supply (08h) Sensorspecific (74h) SI: 40h AM: DM: RM: 67h SC: Dynamic 0xE1 PSU Mismatch Power Supply (08h) Sensorspecific (0x6F) SI: 67h SC: 40h AM: 0040h DM: 0040h RM: 0040h Dynamic
Record Sensor Sensor Sensor ID Number Name Type Dynamic 0xB5 SC FW Status Management Subsystem Health(28h) Event/Reading Offset Type SensorVariable specific (0x6F) Dynamic 0xC7 HDD 1 Status Drive Slot (Bay)(0Dh) Variable Dynamic 0xC8 HDD 2 Status Drive Slot (Bay)(0Dh) Dynamic 0xC9 HDD 3 Status Drive Slot (Bay)(0Dh) Dynamic 0xCA HDD 4 Status Drive Slot (Bay)(0Dh) Dynamic 0xCB HDD 5 Status Drive Slot (Bay)(0Dh) Sensorspecific (0x6F) Sensorspecific (0x6F) Sensorspecific (0x6F) Sensorspecific (0x6F
Other Information You May Need WARNING: See the safety and regulatory information that shipped with your system. Warranty information may be included within this document or as a separate document. The Getting Started Guide provides an overview of rack installation, system features, setting up your system, and technical specifications. NOTE: Always check for updates on Dell.com/support/home and read the updates first because they often supersede information in other documents.
• 2U node only can be installed one PCI-E and Mezzanine card by each MB. NOTE: The full configuration includes two processors, sixteen DIMMs, one PCI-E card for 1U node/two PCI-E cards for 2U node, and one mezzanine card. Matrix of Fresh Air Support of 1U node with 10 ~ 30 °C 35 °C 60W 12*HDD 10*HDD Full Full configuration configuration 70W 12*HDD Full configuration 80W 12*HDD Full configuration 95W 12*HDD Full configuration 115W 12*HDD 52 | About Your System 3.
Full configuration Full configuration Full configuration 130W (8 core) 12*HDD Full configuration 10 * HDD Full configuration 4*HDD Full configuration 130W (4 core) 8*HDD Full configuration not support 135W 4*HDD Full configuration 4*HDD 16*DIMM, w/o PCI-E card, w/o mezzanine card 4*HDD, 16*DIMM, w/o PCI-E card, w/o mezzanine card 16*DIMM, w/o PCI-E card, w/o mezzanine card 4*HDD 16*DIMM, w/o PCI-E card, w/o mezzanine card not support not support not support About Your System | 53
Matrix of Fresh Air Support of 1U node with 10 ~ 30 °C 35 °C 60W 24*HDD 24*HDD Full Full configuration configuration 70W 24*HDD Full configuration 24*HDD Full configuration 80W 24*HDD Full configuration 24*HDD Full configuration 95W 24*HDD Full configuration 24*HDD Full configuration 115W 24*HDD Full configuration 24*HDD Full configuration 130W (8 core) 24*HDD Full configuration 24*HDD Full configuration 130W (4 core) 16*HDD Full configuration 4*HDD 16*DIMM, w/o PCI-E 54 | About Your Syst
135W 8*HDD Full configuration card, w/ 1* mezzanine card 4*HDD 16*DIMM, w/o PCI-E card, w/o mezzanine card not support not support About Your System | 55
Matrix of Fresh Air Support of 2U node with 3.
Matrix of Fresh Air Support of 2U node with 2.
C6220 II System Configuration Limitations by Intel Xeon Processor E5-2600 v2 product family NOTE: The full configuration includes two processors, sixteen DIMMs, one PCI-E card for 1U node/two PCI-E cards for 2U node, and one mezzanine card. NOTE: To ensure the regular thermal in the system, when the processors are mixed to install, the HDD configurations of the entire chassis follow the rules regarding to the sled which is installed with the most demanding processor.
System Configuration Limitations by Intel Xeon Processor E5-2600 v2 product family Processor 1U (1-4 2U (1-2 1U (1-4 2U (1-2 Bin Node) Node) Node) Node) 3.5” HDDs 3.5” HDDs 2.5” HDDs 2.
C6220 II Fresh Air Support NOTE: The full configuration for 1U node is equiped with one system board installed with two processors, sixteen DIMMs, one PCI-E card, and one mezzanine card.
Matrix of Fresh Air Support of 1U node with CPU Power 10 ~ 30 °C 35 °C core) 8* HDDs 4* HDDs E5-2600 130W Full 16 DIMMs (4 core) configuration w/o E5-2600 v2 mezzanine or PCI-E card 130W (8/6/4 core) E5-2600 4* HDDs not support 135W 16 DIMMs w/o PCI-E card, w/o mezzanine card 3.5” HDD configuration 40 °C 45 °C Matrix of Fresh Air Support of 1U node with CPU Power 10 ~ 30 °C 35 °C 60W 24* HDDs 24* HDDs Full Full configuration configuration 2.
Matrix of Fresh Air Support of 1U node with 2.
Matrix of Fresh Air Support of 1U node with CPU Power 10 ~ 30 °C 35 °C 80W 12* HDDs Full configuration 95W 12* HDDs Full configuration 115W 12* HDDs Full configuration E5-2600 130W (8 core) E5-2600 v2 130W (12/10 core) E5-2600 130W (4 core) E5-2600 v2 130W (8/6/4 core) 12* HDDs Full configuration 10* HDDs Full configuration 10* HDDs Full configuration E5-2600 135W 8* HDDs Full configuration 2.
Matrix of Fresh Air Support of 2U node with 2.
2 Using the System Setup Program Start Menu The system employs the latest Insyde BIOS, which is stored in Flash memory. The Flash memory supports the Plug and Play specification, and contains a System Setup program, the Power On Self Test (POST) routine, and the PCI auto-configuration utility. This system board supports system BIOS shadowing, enabling the BIOS to execute from 64-bit onboard write-protected DRAM.
NOTE: Only items in brackets [ ] can be modified. Items that are not in brackets are display only. System Setup Options at Boot Initiate Setup during POST Load customized defaults Load optimal defaults in Setup menu. Save Settings and exit in BIOS Setup Boot Manager During BIOS POST, press F11 can enter Boot Manager to select boot device.
If UEFI OS was installed, the UEFI OS partition will be present on the boot option.
• Boot Manager – Legacy Mode Console Redirection The console redirection allows a remote user to diagnose and fix problems on a server, which has not successfully booted the operating system. The centerpiece of the console redirection is the BIOS Console. The BIOS Console is a Flash ROM-resident utility that redirects input and output over a serial or modem connection. The BIOS supports console redirection to a serial port.
After reconnecting the console, if the display is abnormal it is recommended that you reflash the screen by pressing the . The following are different modes for Console Redirection: 1. External serial port. 2. Internal serial connector as Serial Over LAN (SOL). 3. BMC SOL. Enabling and Configuring Console Redirection External Serial Port To enable SOL feature in the external serial port mode, perform the following steps: 1. Connect the serial cable to the serial port and host system.
• • • • • Serial port number: COM2 as SOL Serial Port Mode: 115200 8, n, 1 Flow Control: None Redirection After BIOS POST: Always Terminal Type: VT100 To do this, see “Remote Access Configuration” on page 110. Note that the host and client need to have the same network section. BMC Serial Over LAN There are two modes of BMC LAN port configuration-Dedicated NIC and Shared NIC to enable Serial Over LAN (SOL) feature.
• Gateway Address: 000.000.000.000 To do this, see “Set BMC LAN Configuration” on page 109. Note that the host and client need to have the same network section. To enable SOL feature in the mode of Shared-NIC, perform the following steps: 1. Connect the LAN cable to NIC connector 1. For location of NIC connector 1 on the back panel, see Figure 1-14 item 5. 2. Enter the server BIOS setup screen. 3.
Serial Port Connection List Setup Option Signal Remote Serial Serial Port Type Access Port Address Number Serial Enabled COM1 3F8h/2F8h Console Enabled COM1 2F8h/3F8h Redirection Enabled COM2 as 3F8h/2F8h SOL BMC Serial Over LAN Enabled COM2 as 2F8h/3F8h SOL Scorpion Enabled COM2 as 3F8h/2F8h Serial Over SOL LAN Enabled COM2 as 2F8h/3F8h SOL 72 | Using the System Setup Program OS Setting Output ttyS0 ttyS1 Serial Port ttyS1 ttyS0 ttyS1 ttyS0 Management Port Internal Serial Connector
Main Menu The main menu displays information about your system boards and BIOS. Main Screen 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 in the following sections, where applicable. Option System Date System Time BIOS Build Date Product Name Description Displays the current date. Displays the current time. Displays the Build date. Displays the product name.
Option Service Tag Asset Tag BIOS Version MRC Version ME Version BMC Version VBIOS Version Fan Control Board FW ePPID NIC1 MAC Address NIC2 MAC Address Description Displays the service tag of the product. The service tag field should match what is physically on the service tag of the node. Displays the asset tag of the product. Displays the BIOS version. Displays the version of MRC. Displays the current ME version. Displays the version of BMC. Note: BMC version will not present if not detected.
Advanced Menu This option displays a table of items that defines advanced information about your system. CAUTION: Making incorrect settings to items on these pages may cause the system to malfunction. Unless you have experience adjusting these items, we recommend that you leave these settings at the default values. If making settings to items on these pages causes your system to malfunction or prevents the system from booting, open BIOS and choose Load Optimal Defaults in the Exit menu to boot up normally.
Power Management Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen: Option Power Management (OS Control default) CPU Power Capping (P-state 0 default) Chassis Power Management Energy Efficient Policy (Balanced default) Description This field sets the System Power Management to Maximum Performance mode, OS Control mode, or Node Manager mode. This option can decide the highest performance P-state in OS. This setting only can be seen when “Power Management” be selected to “OS Control” mode.
Option Description power management control of processor only. Chassis Power Management Option Chassis PSU Configuration Power Capping Emergency Throttling Description The option provides management and monitoring of PSUs and the minimum set of requirements that this server must satisfy. The setting controls servers loading limited in selected watts. This is the policy to take effect when the server detects an emergency failure.
Chassis PSU Configuration 1. Enter the server BIOS setup screen. 2. Enter Advanced/Power Management/Chassis Power Management/ Chassis PSU Configuration, and the following options are for Chassis PSU Configuration functions: • • Required Power Supplies Sets the number of power supplies that is required to run the servers in the chassis. Redundant Power Supplies Sets the number of power supplies that is redundant.
Option Required Power Supplies Redundant Power Supplies Description This is the number of power supplied that is required to run the servers in the chassis. (The default is referring from FCB F/W thru BMC by IPMI command) This is the number of power supplied that is redundant. (The default is referring from BMC) Power Capping 1. Enter the server BIOS setup screen. 2.
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Option Power Budget Chassis Level Capping (Disabled default) Chassis Power Capping Sled Power Capping (0 default) Description Shows this chassis available power wattage. Enables or disables the Chassis Level Capping. (The default is referring from BMC) The capping value range limits at power budget of PSU design. (These is no default value) The servers own capping infrastructure is able to determine power consumption of the sleds.
Emergency Throttling When the power emergency process starts, an event will be generated by FCB. And there is a record on the SELs. FCB monitors the error conditions such as "PSU lost over than the number of Redundant PSU", "PSU fail event (OC, UV, OT, …)", "Fan fail", "Ambient temp/Power abnormal", "MIC card" etc. 1. Enter the server BIOS setup screen. 2.
Option Description Sets the sled level policy when emergency throttling event trigger. • Sled Level Policy (Chassis Level default) Chassis Level Policy (Throttling default)) Chassis Level: The option allows overriding the chassis level policy for a specific server. • Throttling: The compute sled throttling when emergency throttling event trigger. • Power Off: Turn off compute sled power when emergency throttling event trigger.
Option Description emergency throttling event trigger. • Power Off: Turn off the server power when emergency throttling event trigger.
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Option Active Processor Cores (All Cores default) Frequency Ratio (Auto default) Max CPUID Value Limit (Disabled default) Virtualization Technology (Disabled default) QPI Frequency (Auto default) Turbo Mode (Enabled default) C-States (Enabled default) Description This field controls the number of enabled core in each processor. Sets frequency multiplier as maximum level. Downgrade- set multiplier 1~3 levels.
Option C1E State (Enabled default) C6 State (Enabled default) C7 State (If support) (Enabled default) XD Bit Capability (Enabled default) Direct Cache Access (Enabled default) Hyper Threading Technology (Enabled default) CPU RAPL Big Dial (Scorpion, Nemo only) (Off default) CPU RAPL Small Dial (Scorpion, Nemo only) (0 default) Prefetch Configuration Description Enabled - The C1-E is enabled by default. Disabled - The C1-E is disabled by users in their own liability.
Prefetch Configuration Option Adjacent Cache Prefetch (Enabled default) Hardware Prefetcher (Enabled default) DCU Streamer Prefetcher (Enabled default) DCU IP Prefetcher (Enabled default) Description Includes MLC Spatial Prefetcher. Disabled - The processor will only fetch the cache line that contains the data currently required by processor. Enabled - Enables the processor to fetch the adjacent cache line in the other half of the sector. Includes MLC Stremaer Prefetcher.
Memory Configuration Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen: Option Memory Frequency (Auto default) Memory Throttling Mode (Enabled default) Description Memory frequency selections in MHz. Memory Operating Mode (Optimizer Mode default) Selects the type of memory operation if a valid memory configuration is installed. Enables or disables the memory to run in closedloop thermal throttling mode.
Option Demand Scrubbing (Enabled default) Patrol Scrubbing (Enabled default) Memory Operating Voltage (Auto default) Description the spare rank and the failed rank is disabled. with memory sparing enabled, the system memory available to the operating system is reduced by one rank per channel. For example, in a dual-processor configuration with sixteen 32 GB quadrank DIMMs, the available system memory is: 32 GB x 16(DIMMs) – 32/4 (rank size) x 8 (channels) = 448 GB.
Option Description operating at 1.25 volts. NOTE: BIOS will auto restrict selection if DIMM does not support low voltage. NUMA Support (Enabled default) Disabled – for BIOS setup to allow users enable the node interleave option. This is for NUMA systems that allow memory interleaving across all processor nodes. Enabled – for BIOS setup to allow users disable the node interleave option. This is for NUMA systems that allows memory interleaving across all processor nodes.
SATA Configuration Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen: 92 | Using the System Setup Program
Option Embedded SATA Controller (AHCI default) Description Off – Disables the SATA controller. The token applies to the first on-board SATA controller. IDE – Enables the SATA controller. Sets the device class code as IDE and uses PCI IRQ (referred as Native mode). This token applies to the first on-board SATA controller. AHCI – Enables the SATA controller. Sets the device class code as SATA and sets up the AHCI BARs and registers. This token applies to the first on-board SATA controller.
Option Embedded SATA Link Rate (Auto default) Description Auto – Sets the SATA link rate at maximum as 6.0 Gbps. 1.5 Gbps – Sets the SATA link rate at minimum as 1.5 Gbps. For power consumption. 3.0 Gpbs – Sets the SATA link rate at minimum as 3.0 Gbps. SATA Port 0 (Auto default) Off – Sets the 1st Serial ATA drive controller to Off. Auto – Sets the 1st Serial ATA drive controller to Auto (enabled if present, POST error if not present).
Option Description present). Power Saving Features (Enabled default) This feature will allow users to disable/enable the feature that allows SATA HDDs to initiate link power management transitions. HDD Security Erase (Disabled default) Sets/Unlocks the HDD Security Freeze Lock. PCI Configuration Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen: NOTE: The PCI-E Gen2 x16 slot 1 and slot 2 are supported up to Gen2 5.0 Gigabits bandwidth. If user inserts Gen3 .
Option Description Embedded Network Devices Configure embedded network devices. NIC Enumeration (Onboard default) Onboard – Default. Sets PXE boot from on-board NIC then Add-on NIC adapter. Add-in – Sets PXE boot from Add-on NIC adapter then on-board NIC. Active State Power Management Configuration To control Active State Power Management (ASPM). PCI Slot Configuration Configures PCI add-in card. PCIe Generation (Gen3 default) Sets the PCI signaling rate at Gen3 8.0/Gen2 5.0/Gen1 2.
Option Description disabled. Video Enumeration (Onboard default) Onboard - The onboard video controller is used for boot-time messages. Add-in - The first add-in video controller is used for boot-time messages. Depending on the BIOS search order and system slot layout. WHEA Support (Disabled default) Disables/Enables Windows Hardware Error Architecture Perfmon and DFX Devices (Disabled default) Selects enabled if devices 8 and 9, function2 and 6 if CPUBUSN(0) are desired to be visible.
Embedded Network Devices Option Embedded NIC1 (Enabled with PXE default) Description Disabled – Disables the system’s primary embedded network interface controller. Enabled with PXE – Enables the system’s primary embedded network interface controller (fullfunction), including its PXE boot-ROM. Enabled without PXE – Enables the system’s primary embedded network interface controller, but don’t enable the NIC’s associated PXE or RPL boot-ROM. iSCSI Remote Boot – Enables NIC1 with iSCSI Remote Boot.
Option Description controller (full-function), including its PXE bootROM. Enabled without PXE – Enables the system’s secondary embedded network interface controller, but don’t enable the NIC’s associated PXE or RPL boot-ROM. iSCSI Remote Boot – Enables NIC2 with iSCSI Remote Boot.
ISCSI Remote Boot Option iSCSI Initiator Name Description The worldwide unique name if the initiator. Only iqn. Format is accepted. Enable DHCP (Disabled default) Initiator IP Address Initiator Subnet Mask Gateway Disables/Enables DHCP. Target IP Target IP Address Target Port Boot LUN Targets Name Enters IP address in dotted-decimal notation Targets Port Hexadecimal representation of LU number CHAP Type (None default) None, one way CHAP or mutual CHAP. Enters IP address in dotted-decimal notation.
Active State Power Management Configuration Option PCIe Slot ASPM (Disabled default) Description Disabled - Controls the level of ASPM supported on the PCI-E Link of port 2. All entry is disabled. L1 - Controls the level of ASPM supported on the given PCI-E Link of port 2. L1 entry is enabled. Onboard LAN ASPM (Disabled default) Disabled - Controls the level of ASPM supported on the PCI-E Link of port4. All entry is disabled. L1 - Controls the level of ASPM supported on the given PCI-E Link of port4.
Option NB-SB Link ASPM (L1 default) Description given PCI-E Link of port11. L1 entry is enabled. Disabled - Controls the level of ASPM supported on the NB-SB. All entry is disabled. L1 - Controls the level of ASPM supported on the NB-SB. L1 entry is enabled. PCI Slot Configuration Option PCIe Slot (Enabled default) Description This feature will allow user to enable/disable PCIE Slot and without option ROM initialization.
USB Configuration Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen: Option Embedded USB Controller (Enabled default) Description Causes the BIOS to enable/disable the built-in USB controller at system startup. USB Port with BMC (Enabled default) External USB Port1 (Enabled default) This feature allows the users to electrically disable / enable the internal USB port which contacts to BMC. This feature allows the users to electrically disable / enable the external USB port 1.
Security Menu This page enables you to set the security parameters. Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen: NOTE: A warning message popps up, which needs users to confirm the requirement before enabling “Prevent Back-flash”.
Option Supervisor Password User Password Change Supervisor Password Description Indicates whether a supervisor password has been set. If the password has been installed, Installed is displayed. If not, Not Installed is displayed. Indicates whether a supervisor password has been set. If the password has been installed, Installed displays. If not, Not Installed displays. You can install a Supervisor password, and if you install a supervisor password, you can then install a user password.
Option Change User Password Prevent Back-flash (Disabled default) Description you to retype the password for confirmation. Press Enter after you have retyped it correctly. If the password confirmation is incorrect, an error message appears. The password is stored in NVRAM after ezPORT completes. The password is required at boot time, or when the user enters the Setup utility. Installs or changes the User password. The field cannot be disabled once the field is enabled.
Server Menu This page enables you to configure Server parameters. Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen: Option Status of BMC Description Displays the BMC status. IPMI Specification Version Displays the IPMI specification version. BMC Firmware Version Displays the BMC firmware version. NIC1 MAC Address Displays the NIC1 MAC address. NIC2 MAC Address Displays the NIC2 MAC address.
Option Description driver installation. Set BMC LAN Configuration Inputs for Set LAN Configuration command. Each item in this group may take considerable amount of time. Remote Access Configuration Configures Remote Access. Restore on AC Power Loss (Power On default) Power Off - After an AC power loss, when AC power is restored, the system will stay off. Power On - After an AC power loss, when AC power is restored, the system will power on.
Set BMC LAN Configuration Select Set BMC LAN Configuration to view the following submenu: Option Channel Number Description Displays the channel number. Channel Number Status Displays the channel number status. BMC LAN Port Configuration (Shared-NIC default) Sets BMC LAN Port to dedicated-NIC or sharedNIC. BMC NIC IP Source (DHCP default) Sets BMC LAN to get LAN IP from Static/ DHCP mode. IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address Sets BMC LAN IP address. Sets BMC LAN subnet mask.
Remote Access Configuration Select Remote Access Configuration to view the following submenu: 110 | Using the System Setup Program
Option Remote Access (Enabled default) Description Disabled - Serial Console Redirection Off. Enabled - Enables Serial Console Redirection. Serial Port Number (COM2 as SOL default) COM1- serial Console Redirection On, output to COM1. See also token D7h.
Boot Menu This page enables you to set POST boot parameters. Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen: Option Quiet Boot (Enabled default) Description Enabled – Enables the display of the splash or summary screen, rather than the detail of the POST flow. Disabled- Disables the display of the splash or summary screen. The user is able to see the detail of the POST messages. Pause on Errors (Disabled default) Enables/Disables the BIOS from prompting for F1/F2 on error.
Option (BIOS default) Description Firmware Interface (UEFI). Legacy – Enables booting to Legacy mode, ensures compatibility with operating systems that do not support UEFI. Boot Type Order Configures Boot Type Order, Network/ Hard Disk/ RAID/ USB Storage/ CD/ DVD ROM. Exit Menu Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen: Option Save Changes and Exit Description Exits system setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation.
Option Save Changes Description Save your changes and without exiting system. Discard Changes Saves Discards changes. Load Optimal Defaults Loads optimal default values for all the setup questions. Load Customized Defaults Loads Customized default values for all the setup questions. Save Customized Defaults Saves all setup questions’ current values as Customized default.
Table 2-1. The D4 Token Table Token Setup option Description 002D Embedded NIC1 Enables the system’s primary embedded network interface controller (full-function), including its PXE boot-ROM. 002E Embedded NIC1 Disables the system’s primary embedded network interface controller.
Token Setup option Description 006E Embedded NIC1 Enable the system’s primary embedded network interface controller, but don’t enable the NIC’s associated PXE or RPL boot-ROM. 0087 Video Enumeration The onboard video controller is used for boot-time messages. 0088 Video Enumeration The first add-in video controller is used for boot-time messages. Depending on the BIOS search order and system slot layout.
Token Setup option Description 00BC Embedded NIC2 Enable the system’s secondary embedded network interface controller (full-function), including its PXE boot-ROM. 00BF Remote Access Serial Console Redirection Off. 00C0 Serial port number Serial Console Redirection On, output to COM1. See also token D7h. 00C1 Power Button Default, Enables Power Button to turn off system. 00C2 Power Button Disables Power Button to turn off system.
Token Setup option Description 011A SATA Port1 Sets the 2nd Serial ATA drive controller to Auto (enabled if present, POST error if not present). 011B SATA Port2 Sets the 3rd Serial ATA drive controller to OFF. 011C SATA Port2 Sets the 3rd Serial ATA drive controller to Auto (enabled if present, POST error if not present). 011D SATA Port3 Sets the 4th Serial ATA drive controller to OFF.
Token Setup option Description 0138 Embedded SATA Controller Enables the SATA controller. Sets the device class code as SATA and sets up the AHCI BARs and registers. This token applies to the first on-board SATA controller. 0139 Embedded SATA Controller Enables the SATA controller. Sets the device class code as RAID and executes the RAID Option ROM. This token applies to the first on-board SATA controller.
Token Setup option Description 014B Virtualization Technology This feature will allow the users to enable the VT technology in applicable processors. 014E External USB PORT1 This feature will allow the users to electrically disable the external USB port1. 014F External USB PORT1 This feature will allow the users to electrically enable the external USB port1. 0168 Max CPUID Value Limit Some OS's (NT4) will fail if the value returned in EAX is > 3 when CPUID instruction is executed with EAX=0.
Token Setup option Description 0174 Hardware Prefetcher Enables the processor' HW prefetcher. 0178 Remote Access Enables Serial Console Redirection. 0189 External USB PORT2 This feature will allow the users to electrically disable the external USB port2. 018A External USB PORT2 This feature will allow the users to electrically enable the external USB port2.
Token Setup option Description 01D0 I/OAT DMA Engine Disables the I/O Acceleration Technology (I/OAT) DMA Engine option. This feature should be disabled only if the hardware and software support I/OAT. 01DA Embedded NIC1 Enables NIC1 with iSCSI Remote Boot. 01DB Embedded NIC2 Enables NIC2 with iSCSI Remote Boot. 01EA Turbo Mode Disables Intel's processor allows the processor core to increase its frequency.
Token Setup option Description 0205 VT for Direct I/O Enables Intel Virtualization Technology for Direct I/O (VT-d) that enhances I/O support (DMA) when running a Virtual Machine Monitor. 0211 Internal USB PORT This field disables the internal USB port. 0212 Internal USB PORT This field enables the internal USB port. 021F Maximum Performance This will set the Maximum Performance mode in the system. 0221 OS Control Allows OS to change the P-state.
Token Setup option Description 024B C States Sets to enable (default), the processor can operate in all available Power C States. 024C C States Sets to disable, there are no C states available for the processor. 024D Pause on Errors Enables the BIOS from prompting for F1/F2 on error. BIOS pauses at F1/F2 prompt. 024E Pause on Errors Disables the BIOS from prompting for F1/F2 on error.
Token Setup option Description 025F Mirror Mode Memory Operating Mode set to support Memory mirroring. 0260 Advanced ECC Mode Memory Operating Mode set to support Advanced ECC, i.e. Lockstep, Chipkill. 026A Coherent HT Link Speed Sets to support HyperTransport 1 specification. 026B Coherent HT Link Speed Sets to support HyperTransport 3 specification. 026E Active Processor Cores This field controls the number of enabled all of cores in each processor.
Token Setup option Description 027C HT Assist Allows user the ability to enable the Probe Filter chipset option from BIOS setup. There are some applications that may have lower performance with the chipset feature disabled. 02A1 C1E State The C1-E is enabled by default. 02A2 C1E State 02A9 DRAM Prefetcher Disables DRAM references from triggering DRAM prefetch requests. 02AA DRAM Prefetcher Turns on the DRAM prefetch unit in the Northbridge.
Token Setup option Description 02B8 Memory Operating Voltage This setting indicates the memory operating voltage will be set automatically by the Memory initialization code and depends upon the installed DIMM's capability and the memory configuration of the system. This is the default setting and will set the Memory Operating voltage to the POR voltage. 02C5 DCU Streamer Prefetcher This field enables (Default) the DCU Streamer Prefetcher.
Token Setup option Description 401C Redirection After BIOS POST The BIOS console redirection, if enabled, continues to operate after the OS boot hand-off. 401D Redirection After BIOS POST The BIOS console redirection, if enabled, operates during the BIOS boot only and is disabled prior to OS boot hand-off. See also tokens BFh, C0h, D7h, 401Ah and 401Bh. 4022 1st Boot Device Whenever the BIOS boots the system, the first PXE-capable device is inserted as the first device in the boot sequence.
Token Setup option Description 4035 Serial Port Mode Console Redirection baud rate will be set to 19,200 bits per second. 4036 Serial Port Mode Console Redirection baud rate will be set to 9,600 bits per second. 403F Clear SMBIOS System The system event log to be cleared Event on the next boot. Log 4800 Node Manager Allows user to enable the Node Manager mode for Intel CPUs. 4801 APML Allows user to enable the Advanced Platform Management Link mode for AMD CPUs.
Token Setup option 480E C7 State 480F C7 State The C7 is enabled by default. 4810 Non Coherent HT Link Width Set HT Link to 8 bit width. 4811 Non Coherent HT Link Width Set HT Link 16 to bit width. 4812 Non Coherent HT Link Speed Set HT Link speed as 800MHz. 4813 Non Coherent HT Link Speed Set HT Link speed as 1000MHz. 4814 Non Coherent HT Link Speed Set HT Link speed as 1200MHz. 4815 Non Coherent HT Link Speed Set HT Link speed as 1600MHz.
Token Setup option Description 4826 Memory Frequency Sets memory running speed ups to 1333MHz. 4827 Memory Frequency Sets memory running speed ups to 1600MHz. 4960 Memory Frequency Sets memory running speed ups to 1866MHz. 4828 Memory Throttling Mode Sets memory running as Open Loop Throughput Throttling (OLTT) (Default). 4829 Memory Throttling Mode Sets memory running as Closed Loop Thermal Throttling (CLTT).
Token Setup option Description 4830 HDD Security Erase Sets the HDD Security Freeze Lock to all of HDDs. 4831 HDD Security Erase Unlocks the HDD Security Freeze Lock to all of HDDs. 4832 AHCI-AMD Supports AMD inbox AHCI driver. 4833 AHCI-MS Supports Microsoft inbox AHCI driver. 4834 Embedded SATA Link Rate Sets the SATA link rate at maximum as 6.0 Gbps. 4835 Embedded SATA Link Rate Sets the SATA link rate at minimum as 1.5 Gbps. For power consumption.
Token Setup option Description 4846 Onboard LAN ASPM Controls the level of ASPM supported to on-board LAN. All entry disabled. 4847 Onboard LAN ASPM Controls the level of ASPM supported to on-board LAN. L0s entry enabled. 4848 Onboard LAN ASPM Controls the level of ASPM supported to on-board LAN. L1 entry enabled. 4849 Onboard LAN ASPM Controls the level of ASPM supported to on-board LAN. L0s and L1 entry enabled. 484A Onboard LAN ASPM Controls the level of ASPM supported to on-board LAN.
Token Setup option Description 4853 NB-SB Link ASPM Controls the level of ASPM supported on the NB-SB. L1 entry enabled. 4854 Maximum Payload Size Auto detects the PCI-E maximum payload size. 4855 Maximum Payload Size Sets the PCI-E maximum payload size to 128 Bytes. 4856 Maximum Payload Size Sets the PCI-E maximum payload size to 256 Bytes. 4857 WHEA Support Disables Windows Hardware Error Architecture. 4858 WHEA Support Enables Windows Hardware Error Architecture.
Token Setup option Description 485E Reboot on WOL (ROW) Disables the ROW in default, Reboot on WOL(ROW) is a feature which repurposes the traditional Wake on LAN (WOL) signal to reboot the motherboard. During system is in S0/S3 state, when a WOL packet is received by the NIC, the wake‐up signal generated by the NIC shall cause a hardware reboot of the motherboard.
Token Setup option Description 4877 PCI-E Slot1 This feature will allow the users to electrically disable PCI-E Slot1. 4878 PCI-E Slot1 This feature will allow the users to electrically enable PCI-E Slot1. 4879 PCI-E Slot2 This feature will allow the users to electrically disable PCI-E PCI-E Slot2. 487A PCI-E Slot2 This feature will allow the users to electrically enable PCI-E Slot2. 487B PCI-E Slot3 This feature will allow the users to electrically disable PCI-E Slot3.
Token Setup option Description 4891 4892 4893 4894 4895 4896 4897 4898 48A0 4th Boot Device 4th Boot Device 4th Boot Device 5th Boot Device 5th Boot Device 5th Boot Device 5th Boot Device 5th Boot Device ACPI SPMI Table Sets RAID as 4th boot device. Sets USB Storage as 4th boot device. Sets CD/DVD ROM as 4th boot Sets Network as 5th boot device. Sets Hard Disk as 5th boot device. Sets RAID as 5th boot device. Sets USB Storage as 5th boot device.
Token Setup option Description 48AD Flow Control Remote access flow controls by software. 48AE Terminal Type The BIOS console redirection, if enabled, operates in VTUTF8 emulation model. See also tokens BFh, C0h, and D7h. 48AF VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support Disables VT-UTF8 Combination Key Support for ANSI/VT100 terminals. 48B0 VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support Enables VT-UTF8 Combination Key Support for ANSI/VT100 terminals.
Token Setup option Description 48C9 QPI Frequency Sets the QPI frequency runs at 4.800GT. 48CA QPI Frequency Sets the QPI frequency runs at 5.866GT. 48CB QPI Frequency Sets the QPI frequency runs at 6.400GT. 48CC QPI Frequency Sets the QPI frequency runs at 7.200GT. 48CD QPI Frequency Sets the QPI frequency runs at 8.000GT. 48D0 Energy Efficient Policy Controls the energy efficient policy as performance profile to configure all necessary settings.
Token Setup option Description 48DD N/A 48DE EFI Shell Requests HPCC efficiency settings of SETUP values on the next boot. Dell will provide the settings before A-can BIOS. Requests the EFI Shell as first boot device on the next boot. 48DF Dell ePSA Diagnostic Tool Requests auto launchs ePSA diagnostic tool on the next boot. 48E0 N/A The NIC3 is used for 1st device of PXE boot on the next boot, followed by NIC1.
Token Setup option Description 48EB N/A The HDD6 is used for 1st device of PXE boot on the next boot. 48EC N/A The RAID HDD1 is used for 1st device of PXE boot on the next boot. 48ED N/A The RAID HDD2 is used for 1st device of PXE boot on the next boot. 48EE N/A The RAID HDD3 is used for 1st device of PXE boot on the next boot. 48EF N/A The RAID HDD4 is used for 1st device of PXE boot on the next boot. 48F0 N/A The RAID HDD5 is used for 1st device of PXE boot on the next boot.
Token Setup option Description 48FB N/A The RAID HDD16 is used for 1st device of PXE boot on the next boot. 48FC N/A The HDD7 is used for 1st device of HDD boot on the next boot. 48FD N/A The HDD8 is used for 1st device of HDD boot on the next boot. 4900 PCI-E Slot1 This feature allows user to enable PCI-E Slot1 without option ROM initialization.
Token Setup option Description 4915 Sled Level Policy Set sled level policy as throttling when Emergency Throttling event trigger. 4916 Chassis Level Policy Default, set chassis level policy as throttling when Emergency Throttling event trigger. 4917 Chassis Level Policy Set chassis level policy as power off when Emergency Throttling event trigger. 4918 N/A Default, disables clock spread spectrum. 4919 N/A Enables clock spread spectrum.
Table 2-2. The IPMI Command Table Name NetFn Code IPMI2.
Send Message App (0x06) 0x34 M Y Read Event Message Buffer App (0x06) 0x35 O Y Get BT Interface Capabilities Get System GUID App (0x06) App (0x06) 0x36 0x37 M O Y Set System Info Parameters App (0x06) 0x58 O Y Get System Info Parameters App (0x06) 0x59 O Y Get Channel Authentication Capabilities Get Session Challenge App (0x06) 0x38 O Y App (0x06) 0x39 O Y Active Session Set Session Privilege Level App (0x06) App (0x06) 0x3A 0x3B O O Y Y Close Session App (0x06) 0x3C
Get System Interface Capabilities Chassis Device Commands App (0x06) 0x57 O Get Chassis Capabilities Get Chassis Status Chassis Control Chassis Reset Chassis Identify Set Front Panel Button Set Chassis Capabilities Set Power Restore Policy Set Power Cycle Interval Get System Restart Cause Set System Boot Options Get System Boot Options Get POH Counter Event Commands Chassis (0x00) Chassis (0x00) Chassis (0x00) Chassis (0x00) Chassis (0x00) Chassis (0x00) Chassis (0x00) Chassis (0x00) Chassis (0x00) Cha
Get Sensor Hysteresis Set Sensor Threshold Get Sensor Threshold Set Sensor Event Enable Get Sensor Event Enable Re-arm Sensor Events Get Sensor Event Status Get Sensor Reading Set Sensor Type Get Sensor Type Set Sensor Reading And Event Status FRU Device Commands S/E (0x04) S/E (0x04) S/E (0x04) S/E (0x04) S/E (0x04) S/E (0x04) S/E (0x04) S/E (0x04) S/E (0x04) S/E (0x04) S/E (0x04) 0x25 0x26 0x27 0x28 0x29 0x2A 0x2B 0x2D 0x2E 0x2F 0x30 O O O O O O O M O O O Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Get FRU Inventory Area Info R
Add SEL Entry Partial Add SEL Entry Delete SEL Entry Clear SEL Get SEL Time Set SEL Time Get Auxiliary Log Status Set Auxiliary Log Status Get SEL Time UTC Offset Set SEL Time UTC Offset LAN Device Commands Storage (0x0A) Storage (0x0A) Storage (0x0A) Storage (0x0A) Storage (0x0A) Storage (0x0A) Storage (0x0A) Storage (0x0A) Storage (0x0A) Storage (0x0A) 0x44 0x45 0x46 0x47 0x48 0x49 0x5A 0x5B 0x5C 0x5D M M O M M M O O O O Y Set LAN Configuration Parameters Get LAN Configuration Parameters Suspend BMC
Set Forwarded Commands Get Forwarded Commands Enable Forwarded Commands Firmware Update Commands Transport Transport Transport 0x31 0x32 0x33 O O O Y Y Y Firmware Update Phase 1 Firmware Update Phase 2 Firmware Update Phase 3 Get Firmware Update Status Get Firmware Version Set Firmware Update Status Firmware (0x08) 0x10 Firmware (0x08) 0x11 Firmware (0x08) 0x21 Firmware (0x08) 0x12 Firmware (0x08) 0x13 Firmware (0x08) 0x16 O O O O O O Y Y Y Y Y Y Using the System Setup Program | 149
Table 2-3. The Power Management Settings Maximum Setup Menu Setting Performance (48DB) D4 Setup Page Setting Option Token Power Power Max.
Setup Menu Setting Setup Page Setting Memory Operating Voltage SATA Embedded Configuration SATA Link State Power Saving Features PCI PCI-E Slot Configuration ASPM Onboard LAN ASPM Mezzing Slot ASPM NB-SB Link ASPM PCI-E Generation Maximum Performance (48DB) D4 Option Token 1.5 V 02B6 Energy Efficiency (48DC) D4 Option Token 1.35V 02B7 /1.25V /48B5 Auto 4834 1.
3 Removing and Installing System Components Safety Instructions WARNING: Whenever you need to lift the system, get others to assist you. To avoid injury, do not attempt to lift the system by yourself. WARNING: Working on systems that are still connected to a power supply can be extremely dangerous. CAUTION: This system must be operated with the system cover installed to ensure proper cooling. CAUTION: System components and electronic circuit boards can be damaged by discharge of static electricity.
To avoid injury to yourself or damage to the system, follow these guidelines: • Always disconnect the system from the power outlet whenever you are working inside the system. • If possible, wear a grounded wrist strap as you work inside the system. Or discharge any static electricity by touching the bare metal chassis of system case, or the bare metal body of any other grounded appliance. • Hold electronic circuit boards by the edges only.
3. Press the cover release latch lock. See Figure 3-1. 4. Grasp cover on both the sides with your palm on the traction pad, slide out and lift the cover away from the system. See Figure 3-1. Figure 3-1. Opening and Closing the System 1 traction pad 2 system cover 3 securing screw 4 cover release latch lock Closing the System 1. Place the cover on the chassis and slide it to the front of the chassis until it snaps into place. See Figure 3-1. 2. Secure the cover with the securing screw.
Inside the System CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
Figure 3-3. Inside the System with 2U Node 1 system board assembly (2) 2 power supply (2) 3 power distribution board (2) 4 cooling fan (4) 5 hard-drive bay 6 hard drive (12) Cooling Fans Removing a Cooling Fan WARNING: Do not attempt to operate the system without the cooling fans. WARNING: The cooling fan can continue to spin for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time for the fan to stop spinning before removing it from the system.
1. It is recommended to turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet. 2. Open the system. See “Opening the System” on page 153. 3. Disconnect the fan’s power cable from the power distribution board 1. Note the routing of the cable through the cable tie as you remove them from the system. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped. 4.
5. Disconnect the fan cable from the fan connector on the cooling-fan cage. See Figure 3-5. 6. Lift the cooling fan with the sponge out of the cooling-fan cage. See Figure 3-5. Figure 3-5. Removing and Installing a Cooling Fan 1 cooling-fan cage 2 cooling fan 1 3 cooling fan 2 4 sponge 5 cooling fan 3 6 cooling fan 4 7 fan cable Installing a Cooling Fan CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
NOTE: The fan blades should face the front panel of the system. 2. Connect the fan cable to the connector on the cooling-fan cage. 3. Align the cooling-fan cage with the locating pins on the chassis and place it into the chassis until it’s firmly seated in place. See Figure 3-4. 4. Connect the fan’s power cable to the connector on the power distribution board 1. See Figure 3-4. 5. You must route these cables properly through the ties to prevent them from being pinched or crimped. 6. Close the system.
Hard Drives Removing a 3.5-inch Hard-Drive Blank CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard-drive bays must have drive blanks installed. NOTE: This section is applicable to systems with hot-swappable hard drives only. 1. Pull the hard-drive blank out of the hard-drive bay. See Figure 36 Figure 3-6. Removing or Installing a 3.5-inch Hard-Drive Blank 1 3.5-inch hard-drive blank Installing a 3.5-inch Hard-Drive Blank 1.
Removing a 2.5-inch Hard-Drive Blank CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard-drive bays must have drive blanks installed. NOTE: This section is applicable to systems with hot-swappable hard drives only. 1. Pull the handle to remove the 2.5-inch hard-drive blank out of the hard-drive bay. See Figure 3-7. Figure 3-7. Removing or Installing a 2.5-inch Hard-Drive Blank 1 2.5-inch hard-drive blank 3 latch 2 handle Installing a 2.5-inch Hard-Drive Blank 1.
Removing a Hard-Drive Carrier The installation and removal procedures for the 3.5-inch hard drive and the 2.5-inch hard drive are similar. Following is an example showing the replacement procedure of a 3.5-inch hard drive. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
1 release button 2 lock lever 3 release handle 4 hard-drive carrier Installing a Hard-Drive Carrier 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.
CAUTION: When installing a hard-drive carrier, ensure that the adjacent drives are fully installed. Inserting a hard-drive carrier and attempting to lock its handle next to a partially installed carrier can damage the partially installed carrier's shield spring and make it unusable. CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports hot-swappable drive installation. See the documentation supplied with the operating system. 1. Remove the four screws. See Figure 3-9. 2.
Installing a Hard Drive into a Hard-Drive Carrier 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. Place the hard drive into the hard-drive carrier.
3. Place the adapter assembly into the 3.5” hard-drive carrier. See Figure 3-11. 4. Secure the adapter assembly to the 3.5” hard-drive carrier with three mach screws. See Figure 3-11 Figure 3-11.
5. Do not install screws in the two screw holes on the side of SSD, which are occupied by the light pipe. See Figure 3-12. Figure 3-12. Screw Holes on the side of SSD and occupied by the Light Pipe NOTE: 1. This operation is only for 2.5” SSD. Don’t install any 2.5” HDD into the adapter; otherwise it will cause performance issue. 2. The 2.5” SSD can be installed firmly into the 3.
Power Supplies NOTE: The following table lists the maximum supported configuration where power supply redundancy is guaranteed. NOTE: Configurations higher than indicated in the table may change the power supply mode to non-redundant. In non-redundant mode if the power requirement exceeds the installed system power capacity, the BIOS will throttle the processors. Also, if Processor Power Capping is enabled, then processor throttling occurs on configurations that exceed the cap value.
1. Recommended to turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet. 2. Disconnect the power cable from the power source and the power supply. 3. Press the release lever and using the handle, slide the power supply out of the system. See Figure 3-13. NOTE: Removing the power supply may require considerable force. Figure 3-13.
CAUTION: The System requires at least one power supply to operate normally. 1. Verify that both power supplies are of the same type and have the same maximum output power. NOTE: The maximum output power is printed on the power supply label. 2. Slide the new power supply into the chassis until the power supply is fully seated and the release lever snaps into place. See Figure 3-13. 3. Connect the power cable to the power supply and plug the cable into a power outlet.
System-Board Assembly Removing a Dummy System-Board Tray 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.
Installing a Dummy System-Board Tray 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.
Figure 3-15. Removing and Installing a System-Board Assembly 1 retaining latch 2 screw 3 handle 4 system-board assembly Installing a System-Board 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.
NOTE: Contact technical support to add the service tag of the system board to match the service tag of the physical node. Air Baffle Removing the Air Baffle 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.
Figure 3-16. Removing the Air Baffle 1 air baffle 2 system-board assembly Installing the Air Baffle 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.
Figure 3-17.
Figure 3-18. The Top View of the Installed Air Baffle 3. Replace the system-board assembly. See "Installing a SystemBoard Assembly" on page 173. Heat Sinks Removing the Heat Sink 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.
1. Remove the system-board assembly. See “Removing a SystemBoard Assembly" on page 172. WARNING: The heat sink may be hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the heat sink to cool before removing it. CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions. 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen one of the heat-sink retention screws. See Figure 3-19.
Installing the Heat Sink 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. Using a clean lint-free cloth, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink. 2.
Processors This system board supports dual Intel E5-2600 or E5-2600 v2 processor series, which is up to 135W, 3.5GHz and 12 cores, based on Intel Patsburg PCH chipset. Removing a Processor 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.
Figure 3-20. Removing and Installing a Processor 1 processor shield 2 processor 3 notch in processor (4) 4 socket key (4) 5 socket-release lever (2) 6 CPU socket Installing a Processor 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.
1. Unpack the processor if it has not been used previously. If the processor has already been used, remove any thermal grease from the top of the processor using a lint-free cloth. 2. Align the processor with the socket keys on the CPU socket. See Figure 3-20. CAUTION: Positioning the processor incorrectly can permanently damage the system board or the processor. Be careful not to bend the pins in the CPU socket. 3.
12. Press to enter the System Setup program, and check that the processor information matches the new system configuration. See "System Setup Options at Boot” on page 66. Interposer Extender for 2U Node 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.
Figure 3-21. Removing and Installing the Interposer Extender for 2U Node 1 screw (5) 3 interposer-extender tray 2 interposer extender for 2U node Installing the Interposer Extender for 2U Node 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.
3. Reconnect all the cables to the interposer extender for 2U node. See Figure 5-11. 4. Replace the system-board assembly. See "Installing a SystemBoard Assembly" on page 173.
Removing the Interposer Extender Tray for 2U Node 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.
Installing the Interposer Extender for 2U Node Tray 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.
Expansion-Card Assembly and Expansion Card Removing the Expansion Card for 1U Node 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.
4. Remove the screw securing the expansion card. See Figure 3-24. 5. Grasp the expansion card by its edges, and carefully remove it from the riser card. See Figure 3-24. If you are removing the card permanently, install an expansioncard slot cover over the empty expansion slot opening, and close the expansion-card latch. See Figure 3-24. NOTE: You must install a filler bracket over an empty expansion slot to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system.
Installing the Expansion Card for 1U Node 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.
10. Place the expansion-card assembly into the system-board assembly. 11. Replace the four screws that secure the expansion-card assembly. 12. Replace the system-board assembly. See "Installing a SystemBoard Assembly" on page 173. Removing the Expansion Card for 2U Node CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
1 3 expansion-card assembly system-board assembly 2 screw (5) 4. Remove the four screws securing the expansion-card lock cover. See Figure 3-26. 5. Remove the expansion-card lock cover. See Figure 3-26. Figure 3-26. Removing the Expansion-card Lock Cover for 2U Node 1 expansion-card assembly 2 screw (4) 3 expansion-card lock cover 4 expansion card 6. Remove the screw securing the expansion card. See Figure 3-27. 7.
Figure 3-27.
8. Install the expansion-card slot cover and screw securing the expansion-card bracket. See Figure 3-28. Figure 3-28.
9. Install the expansion-card lock cover and screws securing to the expansion card bracket. See Figure 3-29. Figure 3-29. Installing the Expansion-card Lock Cover for 2U Node 1 expansion-card bracket 3 expansion-card lock cover 2 screw (4) Installing the Expansion Card for 2U Node CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
3. Remove the system-board assembly. See “Removing a SystemBoard Assembly" on page 172. 4. Remove the four screws that secure the expansion-card assembly. 5. Lift the expansion-card assembly away from the system-board assembly. 6. Remove the screw securing the filler bracket. 7. Grasp the filler bracket by its edges, and carefully remove it from the riser card. NOTE: Keep this bracket in case you need to remove the expansion card.
PCI-E Slot Priority 1. The C6220 II system board is designed with only one mezzanine card slot, which is PCI-E Gen 3 x8 mezzanine slot 3, so there is no priority concern. 2. Since the C6220 II system board can be assembled onto the 1U system-board tray or 2U system-board tray, follow the slot priority below: For the system with 1U C6220 II system-board assembly, only one PCI-E card can be installed in the PCI-E Gen3x16 slot 1.
RAID Card The installation and removal procedures and cable routing for the RAID Cards including LSI 9265-8i with BBU, LSI 9210-8i HBA and LSI 9285-8e with BBU are similar; refer to the indications for details.
• 9265-8i Card (1U Node)”. For cable routing inside 2U node, see “Cable Routing for LSI 9265-8i Card (2U Node)”. LSI 9265-8i Card NOTE: The LSI 9265-8i card assembly should include the RAID Battery interposer card which is connected to the RAID battery. The illustrations in this section are just for your removal and installation reference. For more information of the RAID battery, see “LSI 9265-8i RAID Battery” on page 213.
Figure 3-30. Removing the LSI 9265-8i Card Assembly for 1U Node 1 3 LSI 9265-8i-card assembly system-board assembly 2 screw (4) 5. Remove the screw securing the LSI 9265-8i card. See Figure 331. 6. Grasp the LSI 9265-8i card by its edges, and carefully remove it from the riser card. See Figure 3-31. If you are removing the card permanently, install an expansioncard slot cover over the empty expansion slot opening, and close the expansion-card latch.
Figure 3-31.
Installing the LSI 9265-8i Card for 1U Node 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.
9. Place the LSI 9265-8i card assembly into the system-board assembly. 10. Replace the four screws that secure the LSI 9265-8i card assembly. 11. Install the system-board assembly. See "Installing a SystemBoard Assembly" on page 173. Cable Routing for LSI 9265-8i Card (1U Node) 1. Connect the Mini-SAS cable to the LSI 9265-8i card, and connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding connector on the system board. 2.
Figure 3-32.
4. Press down on the cables, and ensure the cables are routed lower than the height of the CPU heat sinks. Figure 3-33.
Removing the LSI 9265-8i Card for 2U Node NOTE: The LSI 9265-8i card assembly should include the BBU interposer card which is connected to the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery. The illustrations in this section are just for your removal and installation reference. For more information of the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery, see “LSI 9265-8i RAID Battery” on page 213. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
Figure 3-34. Removing the LSI 9265-8i Card Assembly for 2U Node 1 3 LSI 9265-8i-card assembly system-board assembly 2 screw (5) 5. Remove the four screws securing the LSI 9265-8i card lock cover. See Figure 3-35. 6. Remove the LSI 9265-8i card lock cover. SeeFigure 3-35.
Figure 3-35.
7. Remove the screw securing the LSI 9265-8i card. See Figure 336. 8. Grasp the LSI 9265-8i card by its edges, and carefully remove it from the riser card. See Figure 3-36. If you are removing the card permanently, install a metal filler bracket over the empty expansion slot opening, and close the expansion-card latch. NOTE: You must install a filler bracket over an empty expansion slot to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system.
Installing the LSI 9265-8i Card for 2U Node 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.
10. Replace the four screws that secure the LSI 9265-8i card assembly. 11. Install the system-board assembly. See “Installing a SystemBoard Assembly” on page 173. Cable Routing for LSI 9265-8i Card (2U Node) 1. Connect the Mini-SAS&SGPIO cable to the LSI 9265-8i card, and connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding connectors on the interposer extender for 2U node. Ensure the cables go through the cable clip ring. See Figure 3-37. 2.
Figure 3-37.
5. Press down on the cables, and ensure the cables are routed lower than the height of the expansion card assembly for the 2U node. Figure 3-38.
When securing the cable tie, make the cable tie go through the second air hole (from the bottom to the top) and then tighten it to encircle one of the Mini-SAS cables. And meanwhile ensure the other Mini-SAS cable is held by the cable-tie clip. Figure 3-39. Cable Tie for 2U Node LSI 9265-8i RAID Battery Removing the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery Assembly CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
2. When removing the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery assembly for 1U node, skip to step 5; for 2U node, continue the steps. 3. Remove the interposer extender for 2U node. See “Removing the Interposer Extender for 2U Node” on page 183. 4. Remove the interposer extender tray for 2U node. See “Removing the Interposer Extender Tray” on page 186. 5. Disconnect the cable connecting to the LSI 9265-8i card. 6. Release the screw that secures the LSI9265-8i RAID battery assembly to the LSI9265-8i RAID battery tray.
Installing the LSI 9265-8i RAID Battery Assembly 1. Attach the LSI9265-8i RAID battery assembly onto the LSI92658i RAID battery tray. See Figure 3-40. 2. Tighten the screw securing the LSI9265-8i RAID battery assembly. See Figure 3-40. 3. Connect the cable connecting to the LSI 9265-8i card. 4. When replacing the LSI9265-8i RAID battery assembly for 1U node, skip to step 7; for 2U node, continue the steps. 5. Replace the interposer-extender tray. See “Removing the Interposer Extender Tray” on page 186. 6.
5. Remove the interposer-extender tray for 2U node. See “Removing the Interposer Extender Tray” on page 186. 6. Remove the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery assembly. See “Removing the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery Assembly” on page 214. 7. Remove the screws securing the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery to the LSI9265-8i RAID battery carrier. See Figure 3-41. 8. Lift the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery carrier away from the LSI92658i RAID battery carrier. See Figure 3-41. Figure 3-41.
5. When replacing the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery for 1U node, skip to step 9; for 2U node, continue the steps. 6. Replace the interposer-extender tray. See “Removing the Interposer Extender Tray” on page 186. 7. Replace the interposer extender for 2U node. See “Removing the Interposer Extender for 2U Node” on page 183. 8. Install the system-board assembly. See “Installing a SystemBoard Assembly” on page 173. Riser Card Optional Riser Cards Figure 3-42.
Figure 3-44.
Removing the Riser Card for 1U Node 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. Remove the system-board assembly.
Installing the Riser card for 1U Node 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. Place the riser card into the expansion-card bracket.
Removing the Riser card for 2U Node 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. NOTE: Both 1.
4. Remove the two screws securing the 1.5U riser card to the expansion-card bracket. See Figure 3-47. 5. Pull the 1.5U riser card away from the expansion-card bracket. See Figure 3-47. Figure 3-47. Removing and Installing the 1.5U Riser card 1 screw (2) 2 expansion-card bracket 3 card holder 4 1.5U riser card 6. Remove the four screws securing the 2U riser card to the expansion-card bracket. See Figure 3-48. 7. Pull the 2U riser card away from the expansion-card bracket. See Figure 3-48.
Figure 3-48. Removing and Installing the 2U Riser card 1 screw (4) 3 2U riser card 2 expansion-card bracket Installing the Riser card for 2U Node 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.
6. Install the expansion card. See “Installing the Expansion Card for 2U Node” on page 195. 7. Replace the system-board assembly. See “Installing a SystemBoard Assembly” on page 173. Cable Routing for Riser Card (2U Node) 1. Connect the USB cable to the 2U riser card, and connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding connectors on the system board. See Figure 3-49. Figure 3-49.
Optional Mezzanine Cards Removing the LSI 2008 SAS Mezzanine Card NOTE: The LSI 2008 SAS mezzanine card is seated in PCI-E Gen3 x8 mezzanine slot 3 on the system board, which is not active in 1-processor configuration. See “C6220 II System Board Connectors” on page 331 and “C6220 System Board Connectors” on page 332 for the location. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
Figure 3-50. Removing and Installing the LSI 2008 SAS Mezzanine Card 1 screw (3) 2 LSI 2008 SAS mezzanine card 3 card bridge card 4 system-board assembly Installing the LSI 2008 SAS Mezzanine 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.
Cable Routing for LSI 2008 SAS Mezzanine Card (1U Node) 1. Connect the Mini-SAS&SGPIO cable to the LSI 2008 SAS Mezzanine card, and connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding connectors on the system board. See Figure 3-51. 2. Connect the Mini-SAS cable to the LSI 2008 SAS Mezzanine card, and connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding connector on the system board. See Figure 3-51. NOTE: The SGPIO cable must be connected before the LSI 2008 SAS Mezzanine card is installed.
3. Press down on the cables, and ensure the cables are routed lower than the height of the CPU heat sinks. Figure 3-52. Cable Routing Down for LSI 2008 SAS Mezzanine Card (1U Node) Cable Routing for LSI 2008 SAS Mezzanine Card (2U Node) 1. Connect the Mini-SAS cable to the LSI 2008 SAS mezzanine card, and connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding connector on the system board. See Figure 3-53. 2.
Figure 3-53.
4. Press down on the cables, and ensure the cables are routed lower than the height of the expansion card assembly for the 2U node. Figure 3-54.
When securing the cable tie, make the cable tie go through the second air hole (from the bottom to the top) and then tighten it to encircle one of the Mini-SAS cables. Ensure the other Mini-SAS cable is held by the cable-tie clip. Figure 3-55.
Removing the 1GbE Mezzanine Card NOTE: The 1GbE mezzanine card is seated in PCI-E Gen3 x8 mezzanine slot 3 on the system board, which is not active in a one-processor configuration. See “C6220 II System Board Connectors” on page 331 and “C6220 System Board Connectors” on page 332 for the location. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
1 screw (3) 3 system-board assembly 2 expansion-card bracket 5. Remove the screws that secure the 1GbE mezzanine card assembly. See Figure 3-57. 6. Lift the 1GbE mezzanine card assembly away from the card bridge board on the system board. See Figure 3-57. Figure 3-57.
7. Remove the two screws that secure the 1GbE mezzanine card to the bracket. See Figure 3-58. 8. Remove the 1GbE mezzanine card from the bracket. See Figure 3-58. Figure 3-58. Removing and Installing the 1GbE Mezzanine Card 1 screw (2) 2 3 1GbE mezzanine card mezzanine card bracket Installing the 1GbE Mezzanine Card CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
3. Install the 1GbE mezzanine card assembly to the card bridge board on the system-board assembly. See Figure 3-57. 4. Install the four screws to secure the 1GbE mezzanine card assembly to the system-board assembly. See Figure 3-57. 5. Place the expansion-card bracket into the system-board assembly. See Figure 3-56 for 1U node. See Figure 3-25 for 2U node. 6. Replace the screws that secure the expansion-card bracket. 7. Reconnect all the cables to the 1GbE mezzanine card. 8.
3. Remove the screws that secure the expansion-card bracket. See Figure 3-59 for 1U node. See Figure 3-25 for 2U node. 4. Lift the expansion-card bracket out of the system-board assembly. See Figure 3-59 for 1U node. See Figure 3-25 for 2U node. Figure 3-59.
5. Remove the screws that secure the 10GbE mezzanine card assembly. See Figure 3-60. 6. Lift the 10GbE mezzanine card assembly away from the card bridge board on the system board. See Figure 3-60. Figure 3-60.
7. Remove the two screws that secure the 10GbE mezzanine card to the bracket. See Figure 3-61. 8. Remove the 10GbE mezzanine card from the bracket. See Figure 3-61. Figure 3-61. Removing and Installing the 10GbE Mezzanine Card 1 screw (2) 2 3 10GbE mezzanine card mezzanine card bracket Installing the 10GbE Mezzanine Card CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
3. Install the 10GbE mezzanine card assembly to the card bridge board on the system-board assembly. See Figure 3-60. 4. Install the screws to secure the 10GbE mezzanine card assembly to the system-board assembly. See Figure 3-60. 5. Place the expansion-card bracket into the system-board assembly. See Figure 3-59 for 1U node. See Figure 3-25 for 2U node. 6. Replace the screws that secure the expansion-card bracket. 7. Reconnect all the cables to the 10GbE mezzanine card. 8.
Figure 3-62. Removing and Installing the Mezzanine-Card Bridge Board 1 card bridge board 2 system-board assembly Installing the Mezzanine-Card Bridge Board 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.
System Memory Each system board has sixteen DDR3 memory module sockets for the installation of up to sixteen unbuffered or registered DDR31333MHz (1600MHz @2 memory modules per channel) memory modules to support processor 1 and processor 2. See “C6220 II System Board Connectors” on page 331 and “C6220 System Board Connectors” on page 332 for the locations of the memory modules. Memory Slot Features • Support 8 channels, 16 UDIMMs/RDIMMs of DDR3 • Speed up to 1866MT/s • Max.
Figure 3-63. DIMM Slot Locations 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 DIMM_A3 DIMM_A4 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B3 DIMM_B4 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 DIMM_A7 DIMM_A8 DIMM_B5 DIMM_B6 DIMM_B7 DIMM_B8 DIMM_A5 DIMM_A6 Table 3-2.
Table 3-3.
2. Remove the air baffle. See “Removing the Air Baffle” on page 174. 3. When removing the memory module from the system equipped with the RAID battery assembly, remove the RAID battery assembly first. See “Removing the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery Assembly” on page 214. Locate the memory module sockets. See Figure 3-64. CAUTION: Handle each memory module only on either card edge, making sure not to touch the middle of the memory module.
Installing the Memory Modules WARNING: The memory modules are hot to the touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components on the memory module. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
Figure 3-65. Installing a Memory Module 1 memory module 3 memory module socket ejector (2) 2 alignment key 4. Replace the air baffle. See “Installing the Air Baffle ” on page 175. 5. Replace the system-board assembly. See “Installing a SystemBoard Assembly” on page 173.
System Battery Replacing the System 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. See your safety information for additional information. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
Figure 3-66. Replacing the System Battery 1 system battery 3 negative side of battery connector 7. 2 positive side of battery connector Replace the system-board assembly. See “Installing a SystemBoard Assembly” on page 173. 8. Enter the System Setup program to confirm that the battery is operating properly. See “Using the System Setup Program” on page 65. 9. Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup program’s Time and Date fields. 10. Exit the System Setup program.
System Board Removing a System Board 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. Remove the system-board assembly.
Figure 3-67.
Installing a System Board 1. Unpack the new system board. 2. Holding the system board by the edges, slide the system board into the system-board assembly. 3. Replace the eight screws to secure the system board to the system-board assembly. 4. Transfer the processors to the new system board. See “Removing a Processor” on page 180 and “Installing a Processor” on page 181. 5. Remove the memory modules and transfer them to the same locations on the new board.
Installing the DCS6300 System Board on the C6220 II System CAUTION: C6220 II and DCS6300 system boards are similar. However, DCS6300 system board is not supported in C6220 II. Check the system board before installing. If you install a DCS6300 system board on a C6220 II system, system alerts you in two ways: 1. System identification indicators on the front and back of the chassis turn amber. See Figure 3-68 and Figure 3-69 for the locations and behavior descriptions.
Figure 3-69 System identification indicator/button on Back Panel with Four System Boards Shown Item Indicator, Button Or Connector 1 System identification indicator Icon Description Both the systems management software and the identification buttons located on the back panel can cause the indicator to flash blue to identify a particular system and system board. Lights amber when the system needs attention due to a problem.
2. The system firmware generates the following system event log, which displays that the sensor working as a management controller is unavailable due to an error condition. Figure 3-70 System event log displaying the error message The following table provides information about the sensor: Sensor Name SC FW Status Sensor Number 0xB5 Sensor Type Management Subsystem Health (28h) Sensor-specific Offset 0x03 NOTE: The sensor is defined by IPMI Specification v2.0.
Cable Routing for Onboard SATA Cables (1U Node) 1. Connect the onboard SATA cables to the system board, and connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding connectors on the system board. See Figure 3-71. Figure 3-71.
2. Press down on the cables, and ensure the cables are routed lower than the height of the CPU heat sinks. Figure 3-72.
Cable Routing for Onboard SATA Cables (2U Node with 3.5” HDDs) 1. Connect the onboard SATA cable to the system board, and connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding connectors on the other side of the system board. See Figure 373. 2. Connect the onboard SATA cable to the system board, and connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding connectors on the interposer extender for 2U node. See Figure 3-73. 3.
4. Press down on the cables, and ensure the cables are routed lower than the height of the expansion card assembly for the 2U node. Figure 3-74. Cable Routing Down for Onboard SATA Cables (2U Node with 3.
Cable Routing for Onboard SATA Cables (2U Node with 2.5” HDDs) 1. Connect the onboard SATA cable to the system board, and connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding connectors on the other side of the system board. See Figure 375. 2. Connect the onboard SATA cable to the system board, and connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding connectors on the other side of the system board. See Figure 375. 3.
Item Cable From (System Board) To (Interposer Extender for 2U Node and System Board) Onboard Mini-SAS cable Onboard SATA cable Power cable Onboard SATA output connector 0 SAS/SATA input connector 0 on the system board SAS/SATA input connectors 4&5 on the system board Control connector (J3) on the interposer extender for 2U node Onboard SATA connectors 4&5 Front panel connector Power Distribution Boards Removing a Power Distribution Board CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service
NOTE: the routing of the cable on the chassis as you remove them from the system. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped. 5. Remove the screw that secures the power cable cover to the power distribution board 1. See Figure 3-76. 6. Lift it up straight from the locking hole on the power distribution board 1. Then, lift it completely out of the power distribution board 1. See Figure 3-76. Figure 3-76.
7. Remove the four screws that secure the power cables to the power distribution board 1. See Figure 3-77. Figure 3-77.
8. Remove the screws securing the power distribution board 1 to the system. See Figure 3-78. 9. Lift the power distribution board 1 out of the system. See Figure 3-78. Figure 3-78.
10. Lift the power distribution board connector from the system. See Figure 3-79. Figure 3-79. Removing and Installing the Power Distribution Board Connector 1 power distribution board connector 2 power distribution board 2 11. Disconnect all the cables from the power distribution board 2. See Figure 3-76. 12. Remove the power cable cover from the power distribution board 2. See Figure 3-76. 13. Remove the four power cables from the power distribution board 2. See Figure 3-77.
14. Remove the screws securing the power distribution board 2 to the system. See Figure 3-80. 15. Lift the power distribution board 2 out of the system. See Figure 3-80. NOTE: To remove the power distribution board 2 that is below the power distribution board 1, remove the power distribution board connector and angle the board before lifting. Figure 3-80.
CAUTION: If removed, you must replace the power distribution board 2 and the power distribution board-connector before replacing the power distribution board 1. 1. If removed, first place the power distribution board 2 in the system. See Figure 3-80. Otherwise skip to step 5. NOTE: To install the power distribution board 2 below the power distribution board 1, angle the board during installation. 2. Replace the screws securing the power distribution board 2 to the system. See Figure 3-80. 3.
Cable Routing for Power Distribution Board Cable routings for power distribution board 1 (top) and power distribution board 2 (bottom) in the 1U node system and 2U node system are the same. The following figure shows an example using a 1U node system. Figure 3-81.
Item Cable From (Power Distribution Boards) To Hard-drive backplane power cable Hard-drive backplane power cable Power distribution board cable I2C cables Hard-drive backplane power connector (J84) Backplane Hard-drive backplane power connector (J29) Backplane Control connector (J31) Power distribution board 2 System board control connectors (J5&J6) Hard-drive backplane control connector (J17) System fan connector (J9) Power distribution board 1/2 Power distribution board 1/2 Middle planes Back
Figure 3-82.
Middle Planes Removing the Middle Planes 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.
Figure 3-83. Removing and Installing the Middle-Wall Bracket 1 7. middle-wall bracket 2 screw (6) Disconnect all the cables from the upper middle plane. Note the routing of the cable on the chassis as you remove them from the system. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped. 8. Remove the screw that secures the power cable cover to the upper middle plane. See Figure 3-84. 9.
Figure 3-84. Removing and Installing the Power Cable Cover 1 screw 2 power cable cover 10. Remove the four screws that secure the power cables to the upper middle plane. See Figure 3-85. Figure 3-85.
11. Remove the screws that secure the upper middle plane to the middle plane holder. See Figure 3-86. 12. Lift the upper middle plane out. See Figure 3-86. Figure 3-86.
13. Remove the screws that secure the mid-plane holder support to the chassis. See Figure 3-87. 14. Lift the mid-plane holder support out of the chassis. See Figure 3-87. Figure 3-87.
15. Remove the screws that secure the mid-plane holder to the chassis. See Figure 3-88. 16. Lift the mid-plane holder out of the chassis. See Figure 3-88. Figure 3-88. Removing and Installing the Mid-plane Holder 1 screw (6) 2 mid-plane holder 17. Disconnect all the cables from the lower middle plane. Note the routing of the cable on the chassis as you remove them from the system. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped. 18.
20. Remove the screws that secure the lower middle plane to the chassis. See Figure 3-89. 21. Lift the lower middle plane out of the chassis. See Figure 3-89. Figure 3-89. Removing and Installing the Lower Middle Plane 1 screw (8) 2 lower middle plane Installing the Middle Planes CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
4. Secure the screws that secure the power cables to the lower middle plane. 5. Replace the power cable cover to the lower middle plane. 6. Place the middle plane holder into the chassis. See Figure 3-88. 7. Replace the screws that secure the middle plane holder to the chassis. See Figure 3-88. 8. Place the mid-plane holder support into the chassis. See Figure 3-87. 9. Replace the screws that secure the mid-plane holder support to the chassis. See Figure 3-87. 10.
Cable Routing for Middle Plane to Direct Hard-Drive Backplane Figure 3-90. Cable Routing−Top Middle Plane to Direct Backplane for 12 x3.
Figure 3-91. Cable Routing−Bottom Middle Plane to Direct Backplane for 12 x3.
Figure 3-92. Cable Routing−Top Middle Plane to Direct Backplane for 24 x2.
Item Cable From (Top Middle Plane) To (Direct Backplane) Hard-drive backplane cable Mini-SAS connector for system board 1 and 2 (hard drive 1, 2, 3 and 4) (J1) Mini-SAS connector for system board 1 and 2 (hard drive 5 and 6) (J2) SATA2 hard drive connectors 1 to 4 for system board 1 (from right to left) SATA2 hard drive connectors 5 to 6 for system board 1 (from right to left) SATA2 hard drive connectors 1 to 4 for system board 3 (from right to left) SATA2 hard drive connectors 5 to 6 for system board
Figure 3-93. Cable Routing−Bottom Middle Plane to Direct Backplane for 24 x2.
Item Cable cable From (Bottom Middle Plane) (hard drive 5 and 6) (J4) To (Direct Backplane) system board 4 (from right to left) Cable Routing for Middle Plane to 2.5” Hard-Drive Backplane for Expander Configuration Figure 3-94. Cable Routing−Top Middle Plane to 2.
Item Cable From (Top Middle Plane) To (Expander Card) Hard-drive backplane cable Hard-drive backplane cable Mini-SAS connector for system board 1 (J1) Mini-SAS connector ( 0~3) for system board 1 Mini-SAS connector (8~11) for system board 3 Mini-SAS connector for system board 3 (J3) Figure 3-95. Cable Routing−Bottom Middle Plane to 2.
Item Cable From (Bottom Middle Plane) To (Expander Card) Hard-drive backplane cable Hard-drive backplane cable Mini-SAS connector for system board 1 (J1) Mini-SAS connector ( 4~7) for system board 1 Mini-SAS connector (12~15) for system board 3 Mini-SAS connector for system board 3 (J3) Direct Backplanes NOTE: Following is the replacement procedure of SATA2 and SAS Direct Backplane for 3.5-inch hard drive systems. Replacement procedure for 2.
4. Disconnect all the cables from the backplane. See Figure 3-96 for 3.5-inch hard drives and Figure 3-97 for 2.5-inch hard drives. Note the routing of the cable on the chassis as you remove them from the system. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped. Figure 3-96. Back View of the 3.
Figure 3-97. Back View of the 2.
5. Disconnect front panel cables from the power distribution board. See Figure 3-81. Note the routing of the cable on the chassis as you remove them from the system. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped. 6. Remove the screws that secure the hard-drive cage to the chassis. See Figure 3-98. Figure 3-98.
7. Remove the screws that secure the front-panel assemblies to the chassis. See Figure 3-99. 8. Remove the hard-drive cage from the chassis. See Figure 3-99. Figure 3-99.
9. Remove the screws that secure the backplane to the hard-drive cage. See Figure 3-100. 10. Remove the backplane from the hard-drive cage. See Figure 3100. Figure 3-100. Removing and Installing the Direct Backplane From the Hard-Drive Cage 1 hard-drive cage 3 screw (10) 2 3.5-inch direct backplane Installing the Direct Backplane CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
4. Replace the screws that secure the front-panel assemblies to the chassis. See Figure 3-99. 5. Connect all the cables to the backplane. See Figure 3-96 for 3.5inch hard drives and Figure 3-97 for 2.5-inch hard drives. 6. You must route these cables properly through the tabs on the chassis to prevent them from being pinched or crimped. 7. Connect front panel cables to the power distribution board. See Figure 3-111.
2.5-inch Hard Drive Expander Configuration Following is the replacement procedure of SATA2 and SAS backplane for 2.5-inch hard drive expander configuration. This configuration applies to systems with 1 - 4 system boards and supports up to 24 hard drives. NOTE: The default setting in the system firmware is [4:6]. Each system has four system boards and each system board controls six hard drives. For more information, see the HDD Zoning configuration tool at Dell.com/support. Removing the 2.
4. Disconnect all the cables from the backplane and expander card. See Figure 3-101 and Figure 3-102 for 2.5-inch hard drives expander configuration. Note the routing of the cable on the chassis as you remove them from the system. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped. Figure 3-101. Back View of the 2.
Figure 3-102. Top View of the Expander Card 1 Power control connector 2 Mini-SAS connector (4~7) 3 Mini-SAS connector (12~15) 4 Mini-SAS connector (8~11) 5 Mini-SAS connector (0~3) 5. Disconnect front panel cables from the power distribution board. See Figure 3-111. NOTE: The routing of the cable on the chassis as you remove them from the system. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped.
6. Remove the screws that secure the hard-drive cage to the chassis. See Figure 3-103. Figure 3-103. Removing and Installing the 2.
7. Remove the screws that secure the front-panel assemblies to the chassis. See Figure 3-104. 8. Remove the hard-drive cage from the chassis. See Figure 3-104. Figure 3-104 Removing and Installing the 2.
9. Remove the screws that secure the expander card assembly to the hard-drive cage. See Figure 3-105. Figure 3-105.
10. Remove the expander card assembly from the hard-drive cage. See Figure 3-106. Figure 3-106. Removing and Installing the 2.
11. Remove the screws that secure the backplane for expander configuration to the hard-drive cage. See Figure 3-107. 12. Remove the backplane for expander configuration from the hard-drive cage. See Figure 3-107. Figure 3-107. Removing and Installing the Backplane for Expander Configuration from the Hard-Drive Cage 1 hard-drive cage 3 screw (11) 2 2.
Installing the 2.5-inch Hard Drive Backplane for Expander Configuration 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.
12. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn on the system, including any attached peripherals. Front Panels Removing the Front 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.
8. Remove the hard-drive cage from the chassis. See Figure 3-99. 9. Remove the screws that secure the front-panel assembly to the hard-drive cage. See Figure 3-108. 10. Remove the front-panel assembly from the hard-drive cage. See Figure 3-108. Figure 3-108.
11. Push aside the retention hooks on the front-panel assembly. See Figure 3-109. 12. Remove the front panel from the front-panel assembly. See Figure 3-109 Figure 3-109. Removing and Installing a Front Panel 1 front-panel assembly 3 retention hooks 2 front panel Installing the Front Panel CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
3. Replace the screws that secure the front-panel assembly to the hard-drive cage. See Figure 3-108. 4. Replace the hard-drive cage into the chassis. See Figure 3-99. 5. Replace the screws that secure the front-panel assemblies to the chassis. See Figure 3-99. 6. Replace the screws that secure the hard-drive cage to the chassis. See Figure 3-98. 7. Connect front panel cables to the power distribution board. See Figure 3-111 or Figure 3-114.
Sensor Boards Removing the Sensor Board for 3.5” Hard-Drive 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. 1.
8. Remove the screw that secures the sensor board to the hard drive cage. See Figure 3-110. 9. Remove the sensor board from the hard drive cage. See Figure 3-110. Figure 3-110. Removing and Installing the Sensor Board 1 sensor board 2 screw Installing the Sensor Board for 3.5” Hard-Drive System CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
4. Replace the hard drive cage into the chassis. See Figure 3-99. 5. Replace the screws that secure the hard-drive cage to the chassis. See Figure 3-98. 6. Connect all the cables to the backplane. See Figure 3-96 for 3.5inch hard drives. You must route these cables properly on the chassis to prevent them from being pinched or crimped. 7. Connect front panel cables to the power distribution board. See Figure 3-111 or Figure 3-114.
Figure 3-111.
Removing the Sensor Board for 2.5” Hard-Drive 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. 1.
8. Remove the screw that secures the sensor board assembly to the hard drive cage. See Figure 3-112. 9. Remove the sensor board assembly from the hard drive cage. See Figure 3-112. Figure 3-112.
10. Remove the screw that secures the sensor board to the sensorboard holder. See Figure 3-113. 11. Remove the sensor board from the sensor-board holder. See Figure 3-113. Figure 3-113. Removing and Installing the Sensor Board 1 screw 3 sensor-board holder 2 sensor board Installing the Sensor Board for 2.5” Hard-Drive System CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
3. Replace the screw that secures the sensor board to the hard drive cage. See Figure 3-112. 4. Connect the sensor board cable to the sensor board. See Figure 3-114. 5. Replace the hard drive cage into the chassis. See Figure 3-99. 6. Replace the screws that secure the hard-drive cage to the chassis. See Figure 3-98. 7. Connect all the cables to the backplane. See Figure 3-97 for 2.5inch hard drives. You must route these cables properly on the chassis to prevent them from being pinched or crimped. 8.
Figure 3-114.
4 Troubleshooting Your System Minimum Configuration to POST • • • One Power Supply One Processor (CPU) in socket CPU1 (minimum for troubleshooting) One Memory Module (DIMM) installed in the socket A1 NOTE: The three items above are the minimum configuration to POST. When the PCI-E slot 1 and slot 2 are to be used, the processor 1 must be installed; when the PCI-E slot 3 is to be used, both the processor 1 and processor 2 must be installed.
Installation Problems Perform the following checks when you troubleshoot installation problems: • Check all cable and power connections (including all rack cable connections). • Unplug the power cord and wait for one minute. Then reconnect the power cord and try again. • If the network is reporting an error, verify that the system has enough memory and disk space. • Remove all added peripherals, one at a time, and try to turn on the system.
devices. See Figure 1-1 to Figure 1-6, and Figure 1-14, Figure 1-15 for the front- and back-panel connectors on your system. Troubleshooting the Video Subsystem 1. Check the system and power connections to the monitor. 2. Check the video interface cabling from the system to the monitor. Troubleshooting a USB Device Use the following steps to troubleshoot a USB keyboard and/or mouse. For other USB devices, go to step 5. 1.
7. If your keyboard is not functioning, you can also use remote access. If the system is not accessible, see “Jumper Settings” on page 346 for instructions on setting the NVRAM_CLR jumper inside your system and restoring the BIOS to the default settings. 8. Reconnect and power on each USB device one at a time. 9. If a device causes the same problem, power down the device, replace the USB cable, and power up the device. If the problem persists, replace the device.
might be damaged or missing. Remove and reinstall the drivers if applicable. See the NIC’s documentation. • Change the auto-negotiation setting, if possible. • Use another connector on the switch or hub. If you are using a NIC card instead of an integrated NIC, see the documentation for the NIC card. 3. Ensure that the appropriate drivers are installed and the protocols are bound. See the NIC’s documentation. 4. Enter the System Setup program and confirm that the NIC ports are enabled.
• • • • • Expansion-card Power supplies Fans Processors and heat sinks Memory modules 4. Let the system dry thoroughly for at least 24 hours. 5. Reinstall the components you removed in step 3. 6. Close the system. See “Closing the System” on page 154. 7. Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system and attached peripherals. If the system does not start properly, see “Getting Help” on page 349. 8.
• • • Processors and heat sinks Memory modules Hard-drive carriers 4. Ensure that all cables are properly connected. 5. Close the system. See “Closing the System” on page 154. 6. If the system fails to start, see “Getting Help” on page 349. Troubleshooting the System Battery NOTE: If the system is turned off for long periods of time (for weeks or months), the NVRAM may lose its system configuration information. This situation is caused by a defective battery. 1.
NOTE: Some software may cause the system time to speed up or slow down. If the system seems to operate normally except for the time kept in the System Setup program, the problem may be caused by software rather than by a defective battery. Troubleshooting Power Supplies 1. Identify the faulty power supply by the power supply’s fault indicator. See “Power and System Board Indicator Codes” on page 30. CAUTION: At least one power supply must be installed for the system to operate.
covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product. Ensure that none of the following conditions exist: • System cover, cooling shroud, drive blank, power supply blank, or front or back filler panel is removed. • Ambient temperature is too high. • External airflow is obstructed. • Cables inside the system obstruct airflow. • An individual cooling fan is removed or has failed. See “Troubleshooting a Fan” on page 323.
If the replacement fan does not operate, see “Getting Help” on page 349. Troubleshooting System Memory 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.
6. Reseat the memory modules in their sockets. See “Installing the Memory Modules” on page 246. 7. Install the system-board assembly. See “Installing a SystemBoard Assembly” on page 173. 8. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet, and turn on the system and attached peripherals. 9. Enter the System Setup program and check the system memory settings. See “Main Screen” on page 73. If the problem is not resolved, proceed with the next step. 10.
Troubleshooting a Hard Drive CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
If the problem persists, see “Getting Help” on page 349. Troubleshooting a Storage Controller NOTE: When troubleshooting a SAS RAID controller, also see the documentation for your operating system and the controller. 1. Enter the System Setup program and ensure that the SAS controller is enabled. See “Using the System Setup Program” on page 65. 2. Restart the system and press the applicable key sequence to enter the configuration utility program.
7. If you have a battery-cached SAS RAID controller, ensure that the RAID battery is properly connected and, if applicable, the memory module on the RAID card is properly seated. 8. Ensure that the cables are firmly connected to the storage controller and the SAS backplane board. 9. Install the system-board assembly. See “Installing a SystemBoard Assembly” on page 173. 10. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet, and turn on the system and attached peripherals.
Troubleshooting Processors 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.
12. Remove the system-board assembly. See “Removing a SystemBoard Assembly” on page 172. 13. Replace processor 1 with processor 2. See “Installing a Processor” on page 181. 14. Repeat step 9 through step 11. If you have tested both the processors and the problem persists, the system board is faulty. See “Getting Help” on page 349. IRQ Assignment Conflicts Most PCI devices can share an IRQ with another device, but they cannot use an IRQ simultaneously.
5 Jumpers and Connectors This chapter provides specific information about the system jumpers. It also provides some basic information on jumpers and switches and describes the connectors on the various boards in the system. C6220 II System Board Connectors Figure 5-1. C6220 II System Board Connectors NOTE: The internal USB connector is used for riser SD interface.
15 PCI-E Gen3 x16 slot 4 16 SAS/SATA input connector 4 17 processor 2 18 DIMM slots for processor 2 19 processor 1 20 DIMM slots for processor 1 21 PWRD_EN jumper 22 PCI-E Gen3 x16 slot 2 23 PCI-E Gen3 x16 slot 1 24 NCSI CN connector 25 power button/power&system LED 26 VGA port 27 serial port 28 management port 29 LAN connector 2 30 LAN connector 1 31 ID LED 32 dual USB port C6220 System Board Connectors Figure 5-2.
13 middle plane connector 14 SGPIO connector 2 15 internal serial connector 16 front panel connector 1 17 PCI-E x16 slot 4 18 processor 2 19 DIMM slots for processor 2 20 processor 1 21 DIMM slots for processor 1 22 BIOS recovery jumper 23 PWRD_EN jumper 24 ME firmware recovery jumper 25 MEDBG1 jumper 26 LAN LED connector 27 PCI-E Gen2 x16 slot 1 28 SGPIO connector 1 29 PCI-E Gen2 x16 slot 2 30 power button pass jumper 31 power button/power & system LED 32 VGA port 33
Backplane Connectors 3.5" Hard-Drive Direct Backplane Figure 5-3. Front View of the Backplane 1 3.
Figure 5-4.
2.5" Hard-Drive Direct Backplane Figure 5-5. Front View of the Backplane 1 hard drive connectors 1 to 6 for system board 1 (from left to right) 2 hard drive connectors 1 to 6 for system board 2 (from left to right) 3 hard drive connectors 1 to 6 for system board 3 (from left to right) 4 hard drive connectors 1 to 6 for system board 4 (from left to right) 5 2.
Figure 5-6.
2.5" Hard-Drive Expander Backplane Figure 5-7. Front View of the Backplane 1 hard drive connectors 1 to 24 (from left to right) 2 2.5” backplane for expander configuration Figure 5-8.
Figure 3-9. Top View of the 2.5” Hard-Drive Expander Card 1 power control connector 2 Mini-SAS connector (4~7) 3 Mini-SAS connector (12~15) 4 Mini-SAS connector (8~11) 5 Mini-SAS connector (0~3) Middle Plane Connectors Figure 5-10.
Interposer Extender for 2U Node Connectors Figure 5-11.
LSI 2008 SAS Mezzanine Card Connectors Figure 5-12.
1GbE Mezzanine Card Connectors Figure 5-13.
10GbE Mezzanine Card Connectors Figure 5-14.
Power Distribution Board 1 Connectors Figure 5-15.
Power Distribution Board 2 Connectors Figure 5-16. Power Distribution Board 2 Connectors 1 bridge card connector 2 1x10pin control connector Sensor Board Connectors Figure 5-17.
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.
System Configuration Jumper Settings on the C6220 System Board The function of system configuration jumper installed on each C6220 system board is shown below: Figure 5-19. System Configuration Jumpers on the C6220 System Board Table 5-2.
Direct Backplane 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. The function of jumpers installed on 3.5" HDD direct backplane and 2.
6 Getting Help Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-9993355). 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. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1.
7 Index A about your system, 13 adapter bracket Installing a 2.5-inch SSD into a 2.5-inch adapter bracket, 165 B back panel features, 24, 253 backplane installing direct BP, 291 removing 2.5-inch hard drive backplane for expander configuration, 293 removing direct BP, 286 backplane installing 2.
D damaged systems troubleshooting, 320 Dell contacting, 349 drive blank installing, 160, 161 removing, 160, 161 E expansion card troubleshooting, 328 expansion card for 1U node installing, 190 removing, 188 expansion card for 2U node installing, 195 removing, 191 F features and indicators front panel, 14 fresh air support, 51, 60 front panel features, 14 front panel installing, 304 front panel removing, 302 H hard drive installing hot-swap hard drive, 163 removing hot-swap hard drive, 162 troubleshootin
node, 184 interposer extender tray for 2U node, 187 LSI 9265-8i card for 1U node, 202 LSI 9265-8i card for 2U node, 210 memory modules, 246 mezzanine card (10GbE), 239 mezzanine card (1GbE), 235 middle planes, 277 power distribution board, 266 power supply, 169 processor, 181 riser card for 1U node, 221 riser card for 2U node, 224 SAS Mezzanine card, 227 sensor board, 307 system board, 252 system board assembly, 173 installing the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery, 217 installing the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery assembl
removing, 271 N NICs troubleshooting, 318 P phone numbers, 349 POST accessing system features, 13 power distribution board installing, 266 removing, 261 power supplies installing, 169 removing, 168 processor installing, 181 removing, 180 processors troubleshooting, 329 R RAID card LSI 9210-8i HBA, 198 LSI 9265-8i with BBU, 198 LSI 9285-8e with BBU, 198 removing cooling fans, 156 direct BP, 286 expansion card for 1U node, 188 expansion card for 2U node, 191 front panel, 302 hard drive blank, 160, 161 hea
riser card for 1U node installing, 221 removing, 220 riser card for 2U node installing, 224 removing, 222 S safety, 152 SAS controller daughter card troubleshooting, 327 SAS Mezzanine card installing, 227 removing, 226 SAS RAID controller daughter card troubleshooting, 327 SSD Installing a 2.5-inch SSD into a 3.
V video troubleshooting, 317 W warranty, 51 wet system troubleshooting, 319 Index | 355
