Dell PowerEdge M630 Systems (VRTX Enclosure) Owner's Manual Regulatory Model: HHB Regulatory Type: HHB005 August 2020 Rev.
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Contents Chapter 1: Dell PowerEdge M630p overview ................................................................................. 7 Supported configurations for the PowerEdge M630p system.................................................................................7 Front panel............................................................................................................................................................................ 8 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD system.....................
System Setup..................................................................................................................................................................... 26 Viewing System Setup................................................................................................................................................27 System Setup details................................................................................................................................................
Network Daughter Card.................................................................................................................................................. 85 Removing the Network Daughter Card................................................................................................................. 85 Installing the Network Daughter Card....................................................................................................................87 Processors.........................
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting hard drives..........................................................................................................................................132 Solid State Drives............................................................................................................................. 133 USB devices.......................................................................................
1 Dell PowerEdge M630p overview The Dell PowerEdge M630p is a half-height server module supported on the PowerEdge M1000e and PowerEdge VRTX enclosure and support up to: ● ● ● ● ● ● One or two Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 or E5-2600 v4 processors 24 DIMMs Single processor: Up to two 2.5-inch hard drives Single processor: Up to four 1.8-inch SSDs Dual processor: Up to two 2.5-inch hard drives Dual processor: Up to four 1.
Figure 1. M630p configuration overview Front panel The features on the front panel include USB management port, iDRAC Direct LED indicator, sled handle and status indicator.
2.5-inch hard drive or SSD system Figure 2. Front panel features — 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD system 1. 3. 5. 7. Hard drives or SSDs USB 2.0 or iDRAC managed USB port Status indicator server module handle 2. USB 3.0 port 4. Management indicator 6. server module power-on indicator, power button Table 1. Front panel features — 2.5-inch hard drive or SSDs system Item Indicator, Button, or Connector Icon Description 1 Hard drives or SSDs 2 USB 3.0 port A USB device to be connected to the system.
1.8-inch SSD system Figure 3. Front panel features — 1.8-inch SSD system 1. 3. 5. 7. Hard drives or SSDs USB 2.0 or iDRAC managed USB port Status indicator server module handle 2. USB 3.0 port 4. Management indicator 6. server module power-on indicator, power button Table 2. Front panel features — 1.8-inch SSD system Item Indicator, Button, or Connector 1 Hard drives or SSDs 2 USB 3.0 port A USB device to be connected to the system. 3 USB 2.
Diagnostic indicators The diagnostic indicators on the system indicate operation and error status. iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes NOTE: The iDRAC Direct LED indicator does not turn on for the USB mode. Figure 4. iDRAC Direct LED indicator 1. iDRAC Direct status indicator Table 3. iDRAC Direct LED indicators Convention iDRAC Direct LED indicator pattern Condition A Green Turns green for a minimum of two seconds at the starting and end of a file transfer.
2. Restart the system 3. Enter System Setup 4. Set the drive as first in the boot sequence The USB device is displayed in the Boot Order Setup screen only if it is attached to the system before you run the System Setup. You can also select the boot device by pressing F11 during system start-up and selecting a boot device for the current boot sequence. Hard drive or SSD indicator patterns The hard drive or SSD (Solid-State Drives) indicators display different patterns as drive events occur in the system.
Locating service tag of your system Your system is identified by a unique Express Service Code and Service Tag number. The Express Service Code is and Service Tag are found on the front of the system by pulling out the information tag. Alternatively, the information may be on a sticker on the chassis of the system. This information is used by Dell to route support calls to the appropriate personnel.
2 Documentation resources This section provides information about the documentation resources for your system. To view the document that is listed in the documentation resources table: ● From the Dell EMC support site: 1. Click the documentation link that is provided in the Location column in the table. 2. Click the required product or product version. NOTE: To locate the product name and model, see the front of your system. 3. On the Product Support page, click Manuals & documents.
Table 6. Additional documentation resources for your system (continued) Task Document Location To identify the version of iDRAC available on your system, on the iDRAC web interface, click ? > About. For information about installing the www.dell.com/ operating system, see the operatingsystemmanuals operating system documentation. Managing your system For information about updating drivers and firmware, see the Methods to download firmware and drivers section in this document. www.dell.
Table 6. Additional documentation resources for your system (continued) Task Document Location components, see the Error Code Lookup. Troubleshooting your For information about identifying system and troubleshooting the PowerEdge server issues, see the Server Troubleshooting Guide. 16 Documentation resources www.dell.
3 Technical specifications The technical and environmental specifications of your system are outlined in this section. Topics: • • • • • • • • • • • Chassis dimensions Chassis weight Processor specifications System battery specifications Memory specifications RAID controllers PCIe mezzanine card slots Driver specification Ports and connectors specifications Video specifications Environmental specifications Chassis dimensions Figure 6. Chassis dimensions Table 7.
Chassis weight Table 8. Chassis weight System Maximum weight PowerEdge M630p 6.8 kg (14.99 lb) Processor specifications The PowerEdge M630p system supports up one or two Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 or E5-2600 v4 product family processors. CAUTION: For processors of 105 W, 120 W, or 135 W, use heat sinks of 68 mm width. CAUTION: For processors of 135 W (four cores, six cores, or eight cores) or 145 W, use heat sinks of 86 mm width. NOTE: Mixing processors of different wattages is not supported.
PCIe mezzanine card slots The PowerEdge M630p system supports Two PCIe x8 Gen 2 slots that support PCIe mezzanine cards Driver specification Hard drives ThePowerEdge M630p system supports: ● Up to two 2.5-inch, hot-swappable SAS, SATA hard drives or SAS or SATA or PCIe SSDs SSDs The PowerEdge M630p system supports: ● Up to four 1.8-inch, hot-swappable SATA SSDs Optical drive The PowerEdge M630p system supports external optional USB DVD and one optional SATA DVD-ROM drive or DVD+/-RW drive.
● Dual card operation — maintains a mirrored configuration by using SD cards in both slots and provides redundancy. ● Single card operation — single card operation is supported, but without redundancy. Video specifications The PowerEdge M630p system supports Matrox G200 VGA controller integrated with iDRAC and 2 GB shared with iDRAC application memory. Environmental specifications NOTE: For additional information about environmental measurements for specific system configurations, see Dell.
Table 16. Operating temperature derating specifications Temperature Specifications Up to 35 °C (95 °F) Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/300 m (1°F/547 ft) above 950 m (3,117 ft). 35 °C to 40 °C (95 °F to 104 °F) Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/175 m (1°F/319 ft) above 950 m (3,117 ft). 40 °C to 45 °C (104 °F to 113 °F) Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/125 m (1°F/228 ft) above 950 m (3,117 ft).
Expanded operating temperature Table 19. Expanded operating temperature specifications Expanded operating temperature Specifications Continuous operation 5°C to 40°C at 5% to 85% RH with 29°C dew point. NOTE: Outside the standard operating temperature (10°C to 35°C), the system can operate continuously in temperatures as low as 5°C and as high as 45°C. For temperatures between 35°C and 40°C, derate maximum allowable temperature by 1°C per 175 m above 950 m (1°F per 319 ft).
4 Initial system setup and configuration Topics: • • • Setting up your system iDRAC configuration Options to install the operating system Setting up your system Complete the following steps to set up your system: Steps 1. Unpack the server module. 2. Remove the I/O connector cover from the server module connectors. CAUTION: While installing the server module, ensure that it is properly aligned with the slot on the enclosure to prevent damage to the server module connectors. 3.
Interfaces Document/Section iDRAC Settings utility See Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals Dell Deployment Toolkit See Dell Deployment Toolkit User’s Guide at Dell.com/openmanagemanuals Dell Lifecycle Controller See Dell Lifecycle Controller User’s Guide at Dell.com/idracmanuals CMC Web interface See Dell Chassis Management Controller Firmware User’s Guide at Dell.com/esmmanuals You must use the default iDRAC IP address 192.168.0.
Table 21. Firmware and drivers Methods Location From the Dell Support site Global Technical Support Using Dell Remote Access Controller Lifecycle Controller (iDRAC with LC) Dell.com/idracmanuals Using Dell Repository Manager (DRM) Dell.com/openmanagemanuals > OpenManage Deployment Toolkit Using Dell OpenManage Essentials (OME) Dell.com/openmanagemanuals > OpenManage Deployment Toolkit Using Dell Server Update Utility (SUU) Dell.
5 Pre-operating system management applications You can manage basic settings and features of a system without booting to the operating system by using the system firmware.
Viewing System Setup To view the System Setup screen, perform the following steps: Steps 1. Turn on, or restart your system. 2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message: F2 = System Setup NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again.
System Information on page 36 Memory Settings on page 37 Processor Settings on page 39 SATA Settings on page 41 Integrated Devices on page 44 Serial Communication on page 45 System Profile Settings on page 46 Miscellaneous Settings on page 48 iDRAC Settings utility on page 50 Device Settings on page 50 Related tasks Viewing System BIOS on page 28 Viewing System BIOS To view the System BIOS screen, perform the following steps: Steps 1. Turn on, or restart your system. 2.
Option Description System Profile Settings Specifies options to change the processor power management settings, memory frequency, and so on. System Security Specifies options to configure the system security settings, such as system password, setup password, Trusted Platform Module (TPM) security. It also manages the power and NMI buttons on the system. Miscellaneous Settings Specifies options to change the system date, time, and so on.
Boot Settings details About this task The Boot Settings screen details are explained as follows: Option Description Boot Mode Enables 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. Setting this field to BIOS allows compatibility with non-UEFI operating systems. This option is set to BIOS by default.
Related tasks Boot Settings details on page 30 Viewing Boot Settings on page 29 Changing the boot order About this task You may have to change the boot order if you want to boot from a USB key or an optical drive. The following instructions may vary if you have selected BIOS for Boot Mode. Steps 1. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS > Boot Settings. 2. Click Boot Option Settings > Boot Sequence. 3.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Network Settings. Related references Network Settings on page 31 Network Settings screen details on page 32 Network Settings screen details The Network Settings screen details are explained as follows: About this task Option Description PXE Device n (n = 1 to 4) Enables or disables the device. When enabled, a UEFI boot option is created for the device. PXE Device n Settings(n = 1 to 4) Enables you to control the configuration of the PXE device.
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again. 3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS. 4. On the System BIOS screen, click System Security.
Related references System Security on page 32 Related tasks Viewing System Security on page 32 Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings is displayed only when Secure Boot Policy is set to Custom. Viewing Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings To view the Secure Boot Custom Policy Settings screen, perform the following steps: Steps 1. Turn on, or restart your system. 2.
3. On the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is set to Unlocked. 4. In the System Password field, type your system password, and press Enter or Tab. Use the following guidelines to assign the system password: ● A password can have up to 32 characters. ● The password can contain the numbers 0 through 9. ● Only the following special characters are allowed: space, (”), (+), (,), (-), (.), (/), (;), ([), (\), (]), (`). A message prompts you to reenter the system password. 5.
5. In the Setup Password field, alter or delete the existing setup password, and then press Enter or Tab. If you change the system and setup password, a message prompts you to reenter the new password. If you delete the system and setup password, a message prompts you to confirm the deletion. 6. Press Esc to return to the System BIOS screen. Press Esc again, and a message prompts you to save the changes.
Related references System Information on page 36 System Information details About this task The System Information screen details are explained as follows: Option Description System Model Name Specifies the system model name. System BIOS Version Specifies the BIOS version installed on the system. System Management Engine Version Specifies the current version of the Management Engine firmware. System Service Tag Specifies the system Service Tag.
Viewing Memory Settings To view the Memory Settings screen, perform the following steps: Steps 1. Turn on, or restart your system. 2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message: F2 = System Setup NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again. 3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS. 4. On the System BIOS screen, click Memory Settings.
Related references Memory Settings on page 37 Related tasks Viewing Memory Settings on page 38 Processor Settings You can use the Processor Settings screen to view the processor settings, and perform specific functions such as enabling virtualization technology, hardware prefetcher, and logical processor idling.
Option Description Virtualization Technology Enables or disables the additional hardware capabilities provided for virtualization. This option is set to Enabled by default. Address Translation Service (ATS) Defines the Address Translation Cache (ATC) for devices to cache the DMA transactions. This option provides an interface between CPU and DMA Memory Management to a chipset's Address Translation and Protection Table to translate DMA addresses to host addresses.
Related tasks Viewing Processor Settings on page 39 SATA Settings You can use the SATA Settings screen to view the SATA settings of SATA devices and enable RAID on your system. Related references System BIOS on page 27 Related tasks SATA Settings details on page 41 Viewing SATA Settings on page 41 Viewing SATA Settings To view the SATA Settings screen, perform the following steps: Steps 1. Turn on, or restart your system. 2.
Option Port B Description Option Description Model Specifies the drive model of the selected device. Drive Type Specifies the type of drive attached to the SATA port. Capacity Specifies the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for removable media devices such as optical drives. Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.
Option Port G Description Option Description Model Specifies the drive model of the selected device. Drive Type Specifies the type of drive attached to the SATA port. Capacity Specifies the total capacity of the hard drive. This field is undefined for removable media devices such as optical drives. Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS support. Set it to OFF to turn off BIOS support.
Related tasks Viewing SATA Settings on page 41 Integrated Devices You can use the Integrated Devices screen to view and configure the settings of all integrated devices including the video controller, integrated RAID controller, and the USB ports. Related references System BIOS on page 27 Related tasks Integrated Devices details on page 44 Viewing Integrated Devices on page 44 Viewing Integrated Devices To view the Integrated Devices screen, perform the following steps: Steps 1.
Option Description Internal USB Port Enables or disables the internal USB port. This option is set to Enabled by default. Integrated RAID Controller Enables or disables the integrated RAID controller. This option is set to Enabled by default. Integrated Network Card 1 Enables or disables the integrated network card. I/OAT DMA Engine Enables or disables the I/OAT option. Enable only if the hardware and software support the feature.
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again. 3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS. 4. On the System BIOS screen, click Serial Communication.
Viewing System Profile Settings To view the System Profile Settings screen, perform the following steps: Steps 1. Turn on, or restart your system. 2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message: F2 = System Setup NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again. 3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS. 4. On the System BIOS screen, click System Profile Settings.
Option Description Memory Patrol Scrub Sets the memory patrol scrub frequency. This option is set to Standard by default. Memory Refresh Rate Sets the memory refresh rate to either 1x or 2x. This option is set to 1x by default. Uncore Frequency Enables you to select the Processor Uncore Frequency option. Energy Efficient Policy Number of Turbo Boot Enabled Cores for Processor 1 Monitor/Mwait Dynamic mode enables the processor to optimize power resources across the cores and uncore during runtime.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message: F2 = System Setup NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again. 3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS. 4. On the System BIOS screen, click Miscellaneous Settings.
iDRAC Settings utility The iDRAC settings utility is an interface to set up and configure the iDRAC parameters by using UEFI. You can enable or disable various iDRAC parameters by using the iDRAC settings utility. NOTE: Accessing some of the features on the iDRAC settings utility needs the iDRAC Enterprise License upgrade. For more information about using iDRAC, see Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at Dell.com/ idracmanuals.
Dell Lifecycle Controller Dell Lifecycle Controller (LC) provides advanced embedded system management capabilities including system deployment, configuration, update, maintenance, and diagnosis. LC is delivered as part of the iDRAC out-of-band solution and Dell EMC system embedded Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) applications.
Boot Manager main menu Menu item Description Continue Normal Boot The system attempts to boot to devices starting with the first item in the boot order. If the boot attempt fails, the system continues with the next item in the boot order until the boot is successful or no more boot options are found. One-shot Boot Menu Enables you to access boot menu, where you can select a one-time boot device to boot from. Launch System Setup Enables you to access System Setup.
6 Installing and removing server module components This section provides information about installing and removing the server module components. For information about installing and removing the enclosure components, see the enclosure Owner's Manual at Dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
Steps 1. Turn off the server module by using the Chassis Management Controller (CMC). 2. Remove the server module from the enclosure. 3. Install the I/O connector cover. 4. Remove the system cover. Related references Safety instructions on page 53 Related tasks Removing the system cover on page 58 After working inside your system Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section. Steps 1. Install the system cover. 2. Install the server module in the enclosure. 3.
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. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel from the PowerEdge VRTX enclosure. 3. Turn off the server module using the operating system commands or the CMC, and ensure that the server module is powered off.
Figure 8. Removing a server module 1. release button 2. PCIe label on server module NOTE: This label indicates that the server module is configured specifically for the VRTX enclosure. 3. VRTX enclosure 4. server module Related references Safety instructions on page 53 Related tasks Installing a server module on page 56 Installing a server module Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
NOTE: Install the server module partitions to install half-height server module(s). For more information, see the Dell PowerEdge VRTX Enclosure Owner’s Manual at Dell.com/poweredgemanuals. Steps 1. If you are installing a new server module, remove the plastic cover from the I/O connector(s) and save for future use. 2. Orient the server module so that the module handle is on the left side of the server module.
Figure 10. Installing a server module a. PCIe label on server module NOTE: This label indicates that the server module is configured specifically for the VRTX enclosure. b. VRTX enclosure c. server module Next steps 1. Turn on the server module. 2. If applicable, install the front bezel of the PowerEdge VRTX enclosure.
Steps 1. Press the release button and slide the cover toward the back of the server module. 2. Lift the cover away from the server module. Figure 11. Removing the system cover 1. alignment guides on the system cover and the chassis 3. release button 2. system cover 4. I/O connector cover Related references Safety instructions on page 53 Related tasks Installing the system cover on page 59 Installing the system cover Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
Figure 12. Installing the system cover 1. alignment guides on the system cover and the chassis 3. release button 2. system cover 4. I/O connector cover Next steps Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Inside the server module Figure 13. Inside the server module 1. 3. 5. 7. rSPI card NDC Cooling shroud Processor 2 2. 4. 6. 8. PCIe mezzanine card connector (2) Memory module (24) Hard drive or SSD backplane Processor 1 System memory Your system supports DDR4 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs) and load reduced DIMMs (LRDIMMs). It supports DDR4 voltage specifications. NOTE: MT/s indicates DIMM speed in MegaTransfers per second.
NOTE: DIMMs in sockets A1 to A12 are assigned to processor 1 and DIMMs in sockets B1 to B12 are assigned to processor 2. The following table shows the memory populations and operating frequencies for the supported configurations. Table 22. Memory population — operating frequency for supported configuration DIMM Type RDIMM DIMMs Populated Per Channel Voltage 1 LRDIMM Operating Frequency (in MT/s) 1.2 V 2 2400, 2133, 1866 3 1866 1 1.
channel 2: memory sockets B3, B7, and B11 channel 3: memory sockets B4, B8, and B12 General memory module installation guidelines Your system supports Flexible Memory Configuration, enabling the system to be configured and run in any valid chipset architectural configuration. The following are the recommended guidelines for best performance: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● LRDIMMs, and RDIMMs must not be mixed. x4 and x8 DRAM based DIMMs can be mixed. For more information, see the Mode-specific guidelines section.
● Memory modules must be identical in size, speed, and technology. ● DIMMs installed in memory sockets with white release levers must be identical and the same rule applies for sockets with black release levers. This ensures that identical DIMMs are installed in matched pair —for example, A1 with A2, A3 with A4, A5 with A6, and so on. Memory optimized independent channel mode This mode supports Single Device Data Correction (SDDC) only for memory modules that use x4 device width.
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Removing memory modules Prerequisites WARNING: The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components or metallic contacts on the memory module. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
Related references Safety instructions on page 53 Related tasks Installing memory modules on page 67 Before working inside your system on page 53 After working inside your system on page 54 Installing memory modules Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Figure 16. Installing the memory module a. memory module b. memory module socket c. memory module ejector (2) Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section. 2. (Optional) Press F2 to enter the System Setup, and check the System Memory setting. The system should have already changed the value to reflect the newly installed memory. NOTE: If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly.
CAUTION: Never operate your system with the cooling shroud removed. The system may get overheated quickly, resulting in shutdown and loss of data. 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section. Steps Hold the cooling shroud at both ends and lift it up and away from the system. Results Figure 17. Removing the cooling shroud 1. cooling shroud Next steps 1. Install the cooling shroud. 2.
Figure 18. Installing the cooling shroud a. cooling shroud Steps Lower the cooling shroud into the chassis until it is firmly seated. Next steps Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Figure 19. Removing a processor or DIMM blank a. processor or DIMM blank b. heat sink retention socket (4) c. standoff (4) Next steps 1. Install the processor and the heat sink. 2. Ensure that you install the processor or DIMM blank when you have removed a processor permanently. 3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Steps 1. Align the standoffs on the processor or DIMM blank with the heat sink retention sockets on the processor socket. 2. Lower the processor or DIMM blank onto the system until the standoffs on the processor or DIMM blank engages with the heat sink retention sockets. Figure 20. Installing a processor/DIMM blank a. processor or DIMM blank b. heat sink retention socket (4) c. standoff (4) Next steps Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Removing the PCIe mezzanine card Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. 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 PCIe mezzanine card Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. 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.
Related tasks Removing the PCIe mezzanine card on page 73 Before working inside your system on page 53 After working inside your system on page 54 Internal dual SD module (optional) The Internal Dual SD module (IDSDM) provides you with a redundant SD card solution. You can configure the IDSDM for storage or as the OS boot partition.
Figure 23. Replacing an SD card a. IDSDM card b. SD card Figure 24. Installing an SD card a. IDSDM card b. SD card Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section. 2. Enter the System Setup and ensure that the Internal SD Card Port and Internal SD Card Redundancy mode is enabled. 3. Check if the new SD card is functioning properly. If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
After working inside your system on page 54 Internal USB key The server module provides an internal USB connector for a USB flash memory key. The USB memory key can be used as a boot device, security key, or mass storage device. To use the internal USB connector, the Internal USB Port option must be enabled in the Integrated Devices screen of the System Setup.
Figure 26. Installing the USB memory key a. USB memory key b. USB memory key connector Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section. 2. Enter the System Setup and ensure that the USB key is detected by the system.
Figure 27. Removing the optional IDSDM card 1. IDSDM card 3. SD card slot bracket 5. IDSDM card connector on the system board 2. screw (2) 4. PCIe mezzanine card support bracket 6. standoff (2) Next steps 1. Install the IDSDM card. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready. 3. Remove the SD card. 4. Remove the IDSDM card. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the IDSDM card, you must hold the card only by its edges. Steps 1. Align the following: ● The slot on the card edge with the projection tabs on the PCIe mezzanine card support. ● The two screw holes on the IDSDM card with the standoffs on the system board. ● The hole on the SD card slot bracket with the screw hole on the IDSDM card. 2.
rSPI card (optional) rSPI (restore Serial Peripheral Interface) is a SPI flash device to store information about the system Service Tag, system configuration, or iDRAC license. Removing the optional rSPI card Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Related tasks Before working inside your system on page 53 Installing the optional rSPI card on page 82 After working inside your system on page 54 Installing the optional rSPI card Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Related tasks Before working inside your system on page 53 Removing the optional rSPI card on page 81 After working inside your system on page 54 SD vFlash card A vFlash SD card is a Secure Digital (SD) card that plugs into the vFlash SD card slot in the system. It provides persistent ondemand local storage and a custom deployment environment that allows automation of server configuration, scripts, and imaging. It emulates USB devices.
Figure 31. Replacing the SD vFlash card a. SD vFlash card b. SD vFlash card slot c.
Figure 32. Installing the SD vFlash card a. SD vFlash card b. SD vFlash card slot c. SD vFlash card slot identification label Next steps Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section. Related references Safety instructions on page 53 Related tasks Before working inside your system on page 53 After working inside your system on page 54 Network Daughter Card The Network Daughter Card (NDC) is a small, removable mezzanine card.
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. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section. 2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready. 3. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section. 4. Remove the PCIe mezzanine card. Steps 1.
Related tasks Before working inside your system on page 53 Removing the PCIe mezzanine card on page 73 Installing the Network Daughter Card on page 87 Installing the PCIe mezzanine card on page 74 After working inside your system on page 54 Installing the Network Daughter Card Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
Figure 34. Installing the Network Daughter Card 1. slot on the NDC 3. NDC 5. connector 2. screw (2) 4. standoff (2) 6. tab projections Next steps 1. Install the PCIe mezzanine card. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
NOTE: To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty processor socket. Related tasks Removing a heat sink on page 89 Removing a processor on page 90 Installing a processor on page 93 Installing a heat sink on page 94 Removing a heat sink Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
Figure 35. Removing a heat sink 1. retention screw (4) 3. processor socket 2. heat sink 4. heat sink retention socket (4) Next steps 1. Replace the heat sink(s) and processor(s). 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section. 4. Remove the cooling shroud. Steps 1. Use a clean, lint-free cloth to remove any thermal grease from the surface of the processor shield. CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. The release lever can spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped. 2.
Figure 37. Installing and removing a processor 1. 3. 5. 7. socket-release lever 1 processor processor shield processor socket 2. 4. 6. 8. pin–1 corner of the processor slot (4) socket-release lever 2 tab (4) Example Enter an example that illustrates the current task (optional). Next steps 1. 2. 3. 4. Replace the processor(s). Install the heat sink. Reinstall the cooling shroud. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Installing a processor Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to 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 a heat sink on page 94 After working inside your system on page 54 Installing a heat sink Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and contaminating the processor socket. Figure 39. Applying thermal grease on the top of the processor i. processor ii. thermal grease iii. thermal-grease syringe NOTE: The thermal-grease is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringe after you use it. c. Place the heat sink onto the processor. d. Tighten the four screws to secure the heat sink to the system board.
Related tasks Before working inside your system on page 53 Removing the cooling shroud on page 68 Installing a processor on page 93 Installing the cooling shroud on page 69 After working inside your system on page 54 Hard drives or SSDs A hard disk drive (HDD), is a data storage device used for storing and retrieving digital information using one or more rigid rapidly rotating disks coated with magnetic material.
Removing a hard drive or SSD Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to 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 43. Removing a SSD 1. release button 2. SSD 3. SSD carrier handle Next steps 1. If you are removing a hard drive or SSD permanently, install the hard drive or SSD blank. If you are installing a new hard drive or SSD, see the Installing the hard drive or SSD section. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
3. Push the drive carrier into the slot until the handle makes contact with the server module. 4. Rotate the carrier handle to the closed position while pushing the carrier into the slot until it locks into place. The status LED indicator displays a steady green light if the drive is installed correctly. The drive carrier LED green indicator flashes as the drive rebuilds. Figure 44. Installing a hard drive 1. release button 3. hard drive 2. hard drive(on backplane) 4. hard drive carrier handle Figure 45.
Removing a hard drive or SSD blank Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
Next steps 1. Install the hard drive or SSD. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section. Related references Safety instructions on page 53 Related tasks Installing a hard drive or SSD on page 98 Installing a hard drive or SSD blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section. 3. Remove a hard drive or SSD.
Figure 49. Installing a 1.8-inch SSD blank a. SSD blank b. release latch Next steps Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section. Related references Safety instructions on page 53 Related tasks Removing a hard drive or SSD on page 97 Shutdown procedure for servicing a hard drive NOTE: This section applies only to situations where the server module must be turned off to service a hard drive.
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. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section. 3. Keep the Phillips #1 screwdriver ready. Steps 1. Remove the four screws from the slide rails on the hard drive or SSD carrier. 2.
Installing a 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD in a 2.5-inch hard-drive or SSD carrier Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
Removing a 1.8-inch SSD from a 1.8-inch SSD carrier Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to 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.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section. 3. Remove a 1.8-inch SSD from a 1.8-inch SSD carrier. Steps Insert the SSD into the SSD carrier with the connector end of the SSD toward the back. When aligned correctly, the back of the SSD is flush with the back of the SSD carrier. Figure 53. Installing a 1.8-inch SSD in a 1.8-inch SSD carrier a. SSD carrier b.
Figure 54. Removing a hard drive or SSD cage 1. standoff (4) 3. screw (2) 2. hard drive or SSD cage 4. screw hole (2) Next steps 1. Install the hard drive or SSD cage. 2. Install the hard drive or SSD backplane. 3. Install the hard drive(s) or SSD(s). 4. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
3. Remove the hard drive or SSD cage. Steps 1. Align the screw holes on the hard drive or SSD cage with the screw holes on the chassis. 2. Lower the hard drive or SSD cage into the chassis until it is seated firmly in place. 3. Install the four screws to secure the hard drive or SSD cage to the chassis. Figure 55. Installing a hard drive or SSD cage 1. standoff (4) 3. screw (2) 2. hard drive or SSD cage 4. screw hole (2) Next steps 1. Install the hard drive or SSD backplane. 2.
Hard drive or SSD backplane Systems use a backplane to attach hot-swappable hard drives. A backplane has pins that pass directly into hard drive sockets without cables. They may have single connector to connect one disk array controller or multiple connectors that can be connected to one or more controllers. Removing the hard drive or SSD backplane Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
Figure 57. Removing the 1.8-inch (x4) SSD backplane 1. hard drive or SSD backplane 3. release latch (2) 5. retention screw on the backplane cable connector (2) 2. hard drive or SSD backplane cable 4. guide pin (3) 6. connector on system board Next steps 1. Install the hard drive or SSD backplane. 2. Install the hard drive or SSD. 3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section. 2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready. 3. Remove the hard drive or SSD. . 4. Remove the hard drive or SSD backplane. Steps 1. Align the retention screws on the hard drive or SSD backplane cable connector with the screw holes on the system board connector. 2. Tighten the two retention screws to secure the backplane cable connector on the system board. 3. Install the hard drive or SSD cage. 4.
Figure 59. Installing the 1.8-inch (x4) SSD backplane 1. hard drive or SSD backplane 3. release latch (2) 5. retention screw on the backplane cable connector (2) 2. hard drive or SSD backplane cable 4. guide pin (3) 6. connector on system board Next steps 1. Install the hard drives or SSDs in their original locations. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Removing the PCIe extender or storage controller card Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
3. tab on the PCIe extender or storage controller card support bracket 4. standoff (2) Next steps 1. Install the PCIe extender or storage controller card. 2. Install the following: a. Hard drive or SSD cage b. Hard drive or SSD backplane c. Hard drives or SSDs 3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Figure 61. Installing the PCIe extender or storage controller card 1. retention screw (2) 3. tab on the PCIe extender or storage controller card support bracket 2. slot on the PCIe extender or storage controller card 4. standoff (2) Next steps 1. Install the following: a. Hard drives or SSDs b. Hard drive or SSD backplane c. Hard drive or SSD cage 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section..
and memory, and also provides connectors for other peripherals. Unlike a backplane, a system board contains significant number subsystems such as the processor expansion cards, and other components. Removing the system board Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Figure 62. Removing the system board 1. hex nut screw (4) 3. screw (10) 2. system board 4. system board handle Next steps 1. Install the system board. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Removing the hard drive or SSD cage on page 106 Removing the PCIe mezzanine card on page 73 Removing the Network Daughter Card on page 85 Replacing the internal USB key on page 77 Installing the system board Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Figure 63. Installing the system board 1. hex nut screw (4) 3. screw (10) 2. system board 4. system board handle Next steps 1. Install the following: a. Internal USB key b. SD vFlash card c. IDSDM or rSPI card d. NDC e. PCIe mezzanine cards f. PCIe extender or storage controller card g. Hard drive or SSD cage h. Hard drive or SSD backplane i. Hard drive(s) or SSD(s) NOTE: Ensure that you reinstall the hard drives or SSDs in their original locations. j. Cooling shroud k. Memory modules l.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section. 4. Import your new or existing iDRAC Enterprise license. For more information, see the iDRAC8 User's Guide at Dell.com/ idracmanuals. 5. Ensure that you: a. Use the Easy Restore feature to restore the Service Tag. For more information, see the Restoring the Service Tag by using Easy Restore section. b. If the Service Tag is not backed up in the backup flash device, enter the system Service Tag manually.
After the restore process is complete, BIOS prompts to restore the system configuration data. 3. Perform one of the following steps: ● Press Y to restore the system configuration data. ● Press N to use the default configuration settings. After the restore process is complete, the system restarts. Entering the system Service Tag by using System Setup If Easy Restore fails to restore the Service Tag, use System Setup to enter the Service Tag. Steps 1. Turn on the system. 2. Press F2 to enter System Setup. 3.
Figure 64. Installing the TPM 1. rivet slot on the system board 3. TPM 2. plastic rivet 4. TPM connector Next steps 1. Install the system board. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section. Related references Safety instructions on page 53 Related tasks System board connectors on page 129 Initializing the TPM for BitLocker users Steps Initialize the TPM. For more information about initializing the TPM, see https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc753140.aspx.
System battery The NVRAM backup battery installed in your system helps to retain the BIOS settings and configurations even if the power is switched off. Replacing the NVRAM backup battery Prerequisites NOTE: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Figure 65. Removing the NVRAM backup battery a. positive side of battery b. negative side of battery connector Figure 66. Installing the NVRAM backup battery a. positive side of battery b. negative side of battery connector Next steps 1. Install the following: a. System board b. IDSDM or rSPI card c. NDC d. PCIe mezzanine cards e. Hard drive or SSD cage f. Hard drive or SSD backplane g. Cooling shroud h. Hard drives or SSDs 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section. 3.
Related references Getting help on page 137 Safety instructions on page 53 Related tasks Before working inside your system on page 53 After working inside your system on page 54 Removing a hard drive or SSD on page 97 Removing the cooling shroud on page 68 Removing the hard drive or SSD backplane on page 109 Removing the hard drive or SSD cage on page 106 Removing the PCIe mezzanine card on page 73 Removing the Network Daughter Card on page 85 Removing the optional IDSDM card on page 78 Removing the optiona
7 Using system diagnostics If you experience a problem with your system, run the system diagnostics before contacting Dell for technical assistance. The purpose of running system diagnostics is to test your system hardware without using 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.
2. Configure the resource media to be a bootable device. 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/home. 5. Connect the resource media on your system. 6. As the system boots, press F11. 7. When prompted, select the media to perform a one-time boot.
8 Jumpers and connectors This topic provides specific information about the jumpers. It also provides some basic information about jumpers and switches and describes the connectors on the various boards in the system. Jumpers on the system board help to disable the system and setup passwords. You must know the connectors on the system board to install components and cables correctly.
System board connectors Figure 67. System board connectors Table 28. System board connectors Item Connector Description 1 BATTERY Connector for the 3.
Table 28. System board connectors (continued) Item Connector Description 17 TPM TPM connector 18 J_BP Hard drive backplane connector Disabling a forgotten password The software security features of server module include a system password and a setup password. The password jumper enables these password features or disables them, and clears any password(s) currently in use. Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
9 Troubleshooting your system Safety first — for you and your system CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and 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 are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the server module 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. 5. Reseat the memory modules in their sockets. 6. Close the server module. 7. Install the server module in the enclosure. 8. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see the Using system diagnostics section.
Hard drive or SSD indicator patterns on page 12 Related tasks Removing a hard drive or SSD on page 97 Installing a hard drive or SSD on page 98 Troubleshooting Solid State Drives Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Steps 1. Ensure that the server module is turned on. 2. Check the USB device connection to the server module. 3. Swap the USB device with a working USB device. 4. Connect the USB devices to the server module by using a powered USB hub. 5. If another server module is installed, connect the USB device to that server module. If the USB device works with a different server module, the first server module’s USB ports may be faulty. See the Getting help section.
Troubleshooting processors Steps 1. Remove the server module from the enclosure. 2. Open the server module. 3. Ensure that the processor(s) and heat sink(s) are properly installed. 4. If your system only has one processor installed, ensure that it is installed in the primary processor socket (CPU1). 5. Close the server module. 6. Install the server module in the enclosure. 7. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see the Using system diagnostics section.
Troubleshooting the NVRAM backup battery Prerequisites CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
10 Getting help Topics: • • Contacting Dell EMC Accessing system information by using QRL Contacting Dell EMC Dell EMC provides several online and telephone based support and service options. If you do not have an active internet connection, you can find contact information about your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell EMC product catalog. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area.
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