Dell PowerEdge FM120x4 Owner's Manual Regulatory Model: E02B Regulatory Type: E02B002
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Copyright © 2014 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. This product is protected by U.S. and international copyright and intellectual property laws.
Contents 1 About your system...................................................................................................................... 7 Terms used in the document.................................................................................................................................... 7 Front-panel features and indicators......................................................................................................................... 8 Hard-drive/SSD indicator patterns..........
Deleting or changing an existing system and/or setup password...................................................................23 Operating with a setup password enabled...................................................................................................... 23 Entering the UEFI Boot Manager............................................................................................................................ 24 Using the Boot Manager navigation keys........................................
Hard-drive/SSD backplane..................................................................................................................................... 45 Removing the hard-drive/SSD backplane........................................................................................................ 46 Installing the hard-drive/SSD backplane......................................................................................................... 47 SSD cage assembly.........................................
9 Getting help................................................................................................................................ 69 Contacting Dell....................................................................................................................................................... 69 Quick Resource Locator......................................................................................................................................... 69 Locating your system Service Tag.
1 About your system This document provides information on the Dell PowerEdge FM120x4 systems, installed in the Dell PowerEdge FX2 enclosure. For information on the enclosure components, including shared resources like the power supplies, Chassis Management Controller (CMC), cooling fans, and I/O modules, see the Dell PowerEdge FX2 and FX2s Enclosure Owner’s Manual at dell.com/poweredgemanuals. Terms used in the document The following table describes the terms used in this document.
Front-panel features and indicators Figure 1. Front-panel features and indicators — 2.5 inch hard-drive/SSD system Figure 2. Front-panel features and indicators — 1.8 inch SSD system Item Indicator, Button, or Connector 1 Hard drives/SSDs 2 8 Sled power-on indicator, power button Icon Description 2.5 inch harddrive/SSD system Four 2.5 inch warm-swap SATA hard drives or SATA SSDs. 1.8 inch SSD system Eight 1.8 inch hot-swap SATA SSDs. The power-on indicator lights when the sled power is on.
Item Indicator, Button, or Connector Icon Description 3 Node status indicators Provide information about the status of the four nodes in the sled. 4 USB select button Allows you to assign the USB port to a particular node in the sled. 5 USB connector Allows a USB device to be connected to the system. 6 Sled handle Used to slide the sled out of the enclosure. Hard-drive/SSD indicator patterns The hard-drive/SSD indicators display different patterns as drive events occur in the system.
Drive-Status Indicator Pattern Condition NOTE: The drive status indicator remains off until all drives are initialized after system power is applied. Drives are not ready for insertion or removal during this time.
Indicator Pattern Description NOTE: When a node is identified, the status indicator of the hard drive(s)/SSD(s) associated with the node blinks, and the activity indicator of the hard drive(s)/SSD(s) is off for the duration of the node identification blink pattern. Rapid blinking blue The indicator blinks blue rapidly, when KVM or USB is selected on the node.
To... Refer to... Get an overview of the Dell Systems Management offerings Dell OpenManage Systems Management Overview Guide at dell.com/openmanagemanuals Configure and log in to iDRAC, set up managed and management system, know the iDRAC features, and troubleshoot using iDRAC Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals Know about the RACADM subcommands and supported RACADM interfaces RACADM Command Line Reference Guide for iDRAC and CMC at dell.
Performing initial system configuration 2 After you receive your PowerEdge system, you must set up your system in the enclosure, install the operating system if it is not pre-installed, and set up and configure the system iDRAC IP address. Setting up your system 1. Unpack the sled. 2. Remove the I/O connector cover from the sled connectors. CAUTION: While installing the sled, ensure that it is properly aligned with the slot on the enclosure, to prevent damage to the sled connectors. 3.
Logging in to iDRAC You can log in to iDRAC as an iDRAC user, a Microsoft Active Directory user, or a Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) user. You can also log in using Single Sign-On or Smart Card. The default user name is root and password is calvin. For more information on logging in to iDRAC and iDRAC licenses, see the iDRAC User’s Guide at dell.com/ esmmanuals. You can also access iDRAC using RACADM. For more information, see the RACADM Reference Guide for iDRAC and CMC available at dell.
Using the System Setup and Boot Manager 3 System Setup enables you to manage your system hardware and specify BIOS-level options. The following keystrokes provide access to system features during startup: Keystroke Description Enters the System Setup. Enters System Services, which opens the Dell Lifecycle Controller 2 (LC2). The Dell LC2 allows you to access utilities such as embedded system diagnostics. For more information, see the Dell LC2 documentation.
mode. Thereafter, you must boot the system in the same boot mode (BIOS or UEFI) to access the installed operating system. Trying to boot the operating system from the other boot mode will cause the system to halt at startup. NOTE: Operating systems must be UEFI-compatible to be installed from the UEFI boot mode. DOS and 32-bit operating systems do not support UEFI and can only be installed from the BIOS boot mode. NOTE: For the latest information on supported operating systems, see dell.com/ossupport.
Menu Item Description iDRAC Settings This option is used to view and configure iDRAC settings. Device Settings This option is used to view and configure device settings. System BIOS screen NOTE: The options for System Setup change based on the system configuration. NOTE: System Setup defaults are listed under their respective options in the following sections, where applicable.
Memory Settings screen Menu Item Description System Memory Size Displays the amount of memory installed in the system. System Memory Type Displays the type of memory installed in the system. System Memory Speed Displays the system memory speed. System Memory Voltage Displays the system memory voltage. Video Memory Displays the amount of video memory. System Memory Testing Specifies whether system memory tests are run during system boot. Options are Enabled and Disabled.
Menu Item Description Port B Auto enables BIOS support for the device attached to SATA port B. Off disables BIOS support for the device. By default, Port B is set to Auto. Boot Settings screen Menu Item Description Boot Mode Allows you to set the boot mode of the system. CAUTION: Switching the boot mode may prevent the system from booting if the operating system is not installed in the same boot mode. If the operating system supports UEFI, you can set this option to UEFI.
Menu Item Description Serial Port Address Allows you to set the port address for serial devices. By default, the Serial Port Address option is set to COM1. NOTE: Only Serial Device 2 can be used for Serial Over LAN (SOL). To use console redirection by SOL, configure the same port address for console redirection and the serial device. Failsafe Baud Rate Displays the failsafe baud rate for console redirection. The BIOS attempts to determine the baud rate automatically.
Menu Item Description Memory Operating Voltage Allows you to set the DIMM voltage selection. When set to Auto, the system automatically sets the system voltage to the optimal setting based on the DIMM capacity and the number of DIMMs installed. By default, the Memory Operating Voltage option is set to Auto. Collaborative CPU Performance Control When set to enabled, the CPU power management is controlled by the OS DBPM and the System DBPM (DAPC). By default, the option is set to Disabled.
System password This is the password that you must enter to log on to your system. Setup password This is the password that you must enter to access and make changes to the BIOS or UEFI settings of your system. CAUTION: The password features provide a basic level of security for the data on your system. CAUTION: Anyone can access the data stored on your system if the system is running and unattended. NOTE: Your system is shipped with the system and setup password feature disabled.
Using your system password to secure your system NOTE: If you have assigned a setup password, the system accepts your setup password as an alternate system password. 1. Turn on or reboot your system. 2. Type your password and press . When Password Status is Locked, type the password and press when prompted at reboot. If an incorrect system password is entered, the system displays a message and prompts you to re-enter your password. You have three attempts to enter the correct password.
• You cannot disable or change an existing system password. NOTE: You can use the Password Status option in conjunction with the Setup Password option to protect the system password from unauthorized changes. Entering the UEFI Boot Manager NOTE: Operating systems must be 64-bit UEFI-compatible (for example, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 x64 version) to be installed from the UEFI boot mode. DOS and 32-bit operating systems can only be installed from the BIOS boot mode.
Menu Item Description UEFI Boot Menu Displays the list of available UEFI boot options (marked with asterisks). Select the boot option you wish to use and press . The UEFI Boot Menu enables you to Add Boot Option, Delete Boot Option, or Boot From File. Driver Health Menu Displays a list of the drivers installed on the system and their health status. Launch System Setup Enables you to access the System Setup.
Entering the iDRAC Settings utility 1. Turn on or restart the managed system. 2. Press during Power-on Self-test (POST). 3. In the System Setup Main Menu page, click iDRAC Settings. The iDRAC Settings page is displayed. Processor core licensing There are three processor core configurations for each of the four node processors supported on your system: • 2.4GHz 2 core • 2.4GHz 4 core • 2.4GHz 8 core The default license is for the 2-core 2.4 GHz configuration.
Figure 5. Standard configuration Icon Description Network path Single trunk configuration or LAG Static LAG NOTE: The image shows two external rack switches. However, the standard configuration also supports uplinks of all four ports to a single external rack switch. Network adapter isolation configuration In this configuration, the individual node network adapters are isolated from the other nodes in the sled.
Figure 6. Network adapter isolation configuration Icon Description Network path Single trunk configuration or LAG Isolated networks configuration In this configuration, each of the two LOMs on a node is mapped to separate I/O modules and external rack switches, to provide maximum redundancy. The two external switches are on separate networks in this configuration. Figure 7.
Icon Description Network path Trunk configuration or LAG Local Area Network 1 Local Area Network 2 29
Installing sled components 4 This section provides information on removing and installing the sled components. For information on removing and installing the enclosure components, see the Dell PowerEdge FX2 and FX2s Enclosure Owner's Manual at dell.com/ poweredgemanuals. NOTE: The term nodes in this section refer to the four compute nodes (Intel Atom C2000 processors) in the FM120x4 sled. For more information, see Terms Used In The Document.
Figure 8. Removing and installing a sled 1. sled 2. FX2 enclosure 3. sled handle 4. release button on the sled handle Installing the sled 1. If you are installing a new sled, remove the I/O connector cover from the I/O connectors and save for future use. 2. Align the sled with the sled bay on the enclosure and slide the sled into the enclosure until the sled connectors engage with the enclosure midplane. The sled handle rotates toward the enclosure as the sled slides into the enclosure. 3.
Inside the sled Figure 9. Inside the sled — 2.5 inch hard-drive/SSD system 1. system board 2. cooling shroud 3. cable cover 4. SATA cables (2) 5. DIMMs (8) 6. hard-drive/SSD backplane 7. hard drives/SSDs (4) 8.
Figure 10. Inside the sled — 1.8 inch SSD system 1. system board 2. cooling shroud 3. cable cover 4. SATA cables (2) 5. DIMMs (8) 6. SSDs (8) 7. sled handle Cable cover Removing the cable cover 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 11. Removing and installing the cable cover 1. cable cover 2. cooling shroud 3. SATA cables (2) 4. sled 5. release latch 6. tabs on cable cover Installing the cable cover 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.
Cooling shroud Removing the cooling shroud 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: Never operate your system with the cooling shroud removed.
Installing the cooling shroud 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.
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NOTE: 1R and 2R in the following table indicate single- and dual-rank UDIMMs respectively. Table 1.
5. Remove the memory module from the socket. Figure 15. Removing the memory module 1. memory module 6. Install the sled in the enclosure. 7. Turn on the sled. Installing 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 or metallic contacts on the memory module.
Figure 16. Installing the memory module 1. memory module 2. memory-module ejectors 3. memory-module socket alignment key 4. memory-module alignment key NOTE: When the memory module is properly seated in the socket, the ejectors on the memory module socket align with the ejectors on the other sockets that have memory modules installed. 7. Repeat step 4 through step 7 of this procedure to install the remaining memory modules. 8. Install the sled in the enclosure. 9. Turn on the sled. 10.
Figure 17. Hard-drive/SSD bay numbering — 2.5 inch hard-drive/SSD system Table 2. Hard drive/SSD to node assignment — 2.5 inch hard-drive/SSD configuration Hard-Drive/SSD Bay Node A-0 A B-0 B C-0 C D-0 D Figure 18. SSD bay numbering — 1.8 inch SSD system Table 3. Hard drive/SSD to node assignment — 1.8 inch SSD configuration Hard-Drive/SSD Bay Node A-0 A A-1 A B-0 B B-1 B C-0 C C-1 C D-0 D D-1 D Removing a hard drive/SSD NOTE: The 2.
NOTE: The 1.8 inch SSDs are hot-swap. Not all operating systems support hot-swap drive installation. See the documentation supplied with your operating system. 1. To remove a 2.5 inch hard-drive/SSD, turn off the node to which the hard-drive is assigned, using the iDRAC. 2. Take the hard drive/SSD offline and wait until the hard-drive/SSD indicators on the drive carrier are off. The drive is ready for removal. NOTE: See your operating system documentation for more information on taking the drive offline.
Figure 20. Removing and installing a 1.8 inch SSD 1. SSD connector (on backplane) 2. SSD 3. SSD carrier handle 4. release button Installing a hard drive/SSD CAUTION: When a replacement hot-swap hard drive/SSD is installed and the sled is powered on, the drive automatically begins to rebuild. Make absolutely sure that the replacement hard drive/SSD is blank or contains data that you wish to have over-written.
Configuring the boot drive The drive or device from which the system boots is determined by the boot order specified in the System Setup. Removing a 2.5 inch hard drive/SSD from a hard-drive/SSD carrier 1. Remove the four screws from the slide rails on the hard-drive/SSD carrier. 2. Lift the hard drive/SSD out of the hard-drive/SSD carrier. Figure 21. Removing and installing a 2.5 inch hard drive/SSD in a hard-drive/SSD carrier 1. hard drive/SSD 2. screw holes (4) 3. hard-drive/SSD carrier 4.
Removing a 1.8 inch SSD from the SSD carrier CAUTION: To avoid damaging the SSD or the SSD carrier, do not use excessive force while removing the SSD from the SSD carrier. 1. Pull outward on the edges of the SSD carrier in the direction of the arrows marked on the SSD carrier and disengage the SSD from the carrier. 2. Slide the SSD out of the SSD carrier. Figure 22. Removing and installing a 1.8 inch SSD into an SSD carrier 1. arrows (2) 2. SSD carrier 3. SSD 4. SSD connectors 5.
Removing the hard-drive/SSD backplane 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 the hard-drive/SSD backplane 1. Align the slots on the hard-drive/SSD backplane with the hooks on the chassis. 2. Lower the backplane into the chassis until it is firmly seated and the release tab clicks into place. 3. Connect the power cable and SATA cables to the backplane. 4. Install the hard drives/SSDs in their original locations. 5. Install the sled in the enclosure. 6. Turn on the sled. SSD cage assembly The eight 1.
Figure 24. Removing and installing the SSD cage assembly 1. SSD backplane 2. SSD connectors (4) 3. SSD cage 4. spring-loaded screw Installing the SSD cage assembly CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
The sled is powered off when all the nodes are turned off. 2. Remove the sled from the enclosure. 3. Remove the cable cover. 4. Remove the cooling shroud. 5. Holding the easy restore module (ERM) by the edges, lift it up from the connector on the system board. 6. To install a new ERM, hold the ERM with the connector side facing the connector on the system board. 7. Insert the ERM connector firmly into the connector on the system board, until the ERM is fully seated. 8.
7. To install a new system battery, hold the battery with the "+" facing up and slide it under the securing tabs of the connector. 8. Press the battery straight down into the connector until it snaps into place. 9. Install the cooling shroud. 10. Install the cable cover. 11. Install the sled in the enclosure. 12. Turn on the sled. 13. Enter the System Setup to confirm that the battery is operating properly. 14. Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup Time and Date fields. 15.
The sled is powered off when all the nodes are turned off. 2. Remove the sled from the enclosure. 3. Install an I/O connector cover on the I/O connector(s) at the back of the board. WARNING: The processor and heat sink can become extremely hot. Be sure the processor has had sufficient time to cool before handling. 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.
Figure 27. Removing and installing the system board 1. I/O connector cover 2. system board 3. screws (10) 4. sled Installing the 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.
f. hard drives/SSDs 7. Remove the I/O connector cover from the back of the sled. 8. Install the sled in the enclosure. 9. Turn on the sled. If BIOS detects a new system board and the service tag in the ERM, BIOS displays the service tag, the status of the license, and the UEFI Diagnostics version for each node in the sled. NOTE: Follow steps 10 and 11 to restore ERM information for each node in the sled. 10. Press any of the following keys for restore options for each node: a.
Figure 28. Removing and installing the control panel 1. control-panel bracket 2. control-panel cable connector 3. control-panel board 4. sled 5. screws (2) Installing the control panel CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
d. cable cover e. memory modules f. hard-drives/SSDs 8. Install the sled in the enclosure. 9. Turn on the sled.
Troubleshooting your system 5 Safety first—for you and your system CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
Troubleshooting hard drives 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: This troubleshooting procedure can destroy data stored on the hard drive.
Troubleshooting the 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 sled from the enclosure. 2. Clear the sled NVRAM. 3.
System messages For a list of event and error messages generated by the system firmware and agents that monitor system components, see the Dell Event and Error Messages Reference Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals. Warning messages A warning message alerts you to a possible problem and prompts you to respond before the system continues a task. For example, before you format a hard drive, a message warns you that you may lose all data on the hard drive.
Using system diagnostics 6 If you experience a problem with your system, run the system diagnostics before contacting Dell for technical assistance. The purpose of running system diagnostics is to test your system hardware without requiring additional equipment or risking data loss. If you are unable to fix the problem yourself, service and support personnel can use the diagnostics results to help you solve the problem.
3. Create a directory for the system diagnostics on the resource media. 4. Copy the system diagnostics files into the directory. To download the Dell diagnostics utility, go to dell.com/support. 5. Connect the resource media on your system. 6. As the system boots, press . 7. When prompted, select the media to perform a one-time boot. If diagnostics does not start automatically after the diagnostic media is booted, enter psa at the command prompt.
Jumpers and connectors 7 System board jumper settings CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
System board connectors Figure 29. System board connectors Table 5. System board connectors Item Connector Description 1 J_PW_NVRAM4 System configuration jumpers for node D 2 C_A1, C_A2 Memory module sockets for node C 3 C CPU and heat sink for Node C 4 BATTERY Connector for the 3.
Item Connector Description 16 D CPU and heat sink for Node D 17 D_A1, D_A2 Memory module sockets for node D 18 J_BP_PWR Hard-drive/SSD backplane power connector 19 J_CP Control panel connector Disabling a forgotten password The sled software security features include a system password and a setup password. The password jumper enables these password features or disables them, and clears any password(s) currently in use. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
8 Technical specifications Physical Width 21.09 cm (8.3 inch) Height 4.03 cm (1.58 inch) Depth 51.23 cm (20.16 inch) Weight (maximum) 3.5 kg (7.7 lb) Processor Processor type Four Intel Atom processor C2000 product family Memory Architecture 1600 MT/s DDR3 DIMMs Memory module sockets Eight 240-pin Memory module capacities UDIMMs 4 GB (single-rank) and 8 GB (dual-rank) Minimum RAM 16 GB Maximum RAM 64 GB Drives Hard drives SSDs Four 2.5-inch, warm-swap SATA hard drives Four 2.
Battery System battery CR 2477N 3.0 V Lithium coin cell Environmental NOTE: For additional information about environmental measurements for specific system configurations, see dell.com/environmental_datasheets. Expanded operating temperature NOTE: When operating in the expanded temperature range, system performance may be impacted. NOTE: When operating in the expanded temperature range, ambient temperature warnings may be reported in the System Event Log.
Storage 5% to 95% RH with 33 °C (91 °F) maximum dew point. Atmosphere must be non-condensing at all times. Maximum Vibration Operating 0.26 Grms at 5 Hz to 350 Hz (all operation orientations). Storage 1.87 Grms at 10 Hz to 500 Hz for 15 min (all six sides tested). Maximum Shock Operating One shock pulse in the positive z axis of 31 G for 2.6 ms in all operational orientations.
NOTE: Applies to data center and non-data center • environments. Residual dust present in the air must have a deliquescent point less than 60% relative humidity. Gaseous Contamination NOTE: Maximum corrosive contaminant levels measured at ≤50% relative humidity. 68 Copper Coupon Corrosion Rate <300 Å/month per Class G1 as defined by ANSI/ ISA71.04-1985. Silver Coupon Corrosion Rate <200 Å/month as defined by AHSRAE TC9.9.
Getting help 9 Contacting Dell NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find the 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: Go to dell.com/contactdell.
