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...Dell, Inc.; CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Trademarks used in this document to refer to either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Red Hat, Inc.; Other trademarks and trade names may be used... Windows Server is a registered trademark of your computer. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2006 Dell Inc. Red Hat is a trademark of Dell Inc. SUSE is strictly forbidden. Information in any proprietary interest in this document is subject to change without ...
...Dell, Inc.; CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Trademarks used in this document to refer to either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Red Hat, Inc.; Other trademarks and trade names may be used... Windows Server is a registered trademark of your computer. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2006 Dell Inc. Red Hat is a trademark of Dell Inc. SUSE is strictly forbidden. Information in any proprietary interest in this document is subject to change without ...
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...support for symmetric multiprocessing (SMP), which is a 3.3-V, PCIe x8 lane; SMP greatly improves overall system performance by installing a second processor, you must use an operating system that signals the appropriate systems management software if the top cover is opened. • An 800-W power supply. • Six ...system cooling fans. NOTE: If you must order the processor upgrade kits from Dell contains the correct version of the processor and heat sink. • A minimum of 512 MB of 533 or 667 MHz (when available), Fully...
...support for symmetric multiprocessing (SMP), which is a 3.3-V, PCIe x8 lane; SMP greatly improves overall system performance by installing a second processor, you must use an operating system that signals the appropriate systems management software if the top cover is opened. • An 800-W power supply. • Six ...system cooling fans. NOTE: If you must order the processor upgrade kits from Dell contains the correct version of the processor and heat sink. • A minimum of 512 MB of 533 or 667 MHz (when available), Fully...
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... in this document is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc.; Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, PowerConnect, XPS, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that...
... in this document is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc.; Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, PowerConnect, XPS, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that...
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... Removing LCD Status Messages 23 System Messages 23 Warning Messages 30 Diagnostics Messages 30 Alert Messages 31 2 Using the System Setup Program Entering the System Setup Program 33 Responding to Error Messages 33 Using the System Setup Program 34 System Setup Options 34 Main Screen 34 CPU Information Screens 37 Integrated Devices...
... Removing LCD Status Messages 23 System Messages 23 Warning Messages 30 Diagnostics Messages 30 Alert Messages 31 2 Using the System Setup Program Entering the System Setup Program 33 Responding to Error Messages 33 Using the System Setup Program 34 System Setup Options 34 Main Screen 34 CPU Information Screens 37 Integrated Devices...
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System and Setup Password Features 40 Using the System Password 41 Using the Setup Password 43 Disabling a Forgotten Password 44 Baseboard Management Controller Configuration 44 Entering the BMC Setup Module 44 BMC Setup Module Options 44 3 Installing ...
System and Setup Password Features 40 Using the System Password 41 Using the Setup Password 43 Disabling a Forgotten Password 44 Baseboard Management Controller Configuration 44 Entering the BMC Setup Module 44 BMC Setup Module Options 44 3 Installing ...
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...the Microprocessors 118 5 Running the System Diagnostics Using Server Administrator Diagnostics 121 System Diagnostics Features 121 When to Use the System Diagnostics 121 Running the System Diagnostics 122 System Diagnostics Testing Options 122 Using the Custom Test Options 122 Selecting Devices for ...Technical Assistance 131 Online Services 131 AutoTech Service 132 Automated Order-Status Service 132 Technical Support Service 132 Dell Enterprise Training and Certification 133 Problems With Your Order 133 Product Information 133 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 133...
...the Microprocessors 118 5 Running the System Diagnostics Using Server Administrator Diagnostics 121 System Diagnostics Features 121 When to Use the System Diagnostics 121 Running the System Diagnostics 122 System Diagnostics Testing Options 122 Using the Custom Test Options 122 Selecting Devices for ...Technical Assistance 131 Online Services 131 AutoTech Service 132 Automated Order-Status Service 132 Technical Support Service 132 Dell Enterprise Training and Certification 133 Problems With Your Order 133 Product Information 133 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 133...
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... messages This section describes each type of message, lists the possible causes, and provides steps to install (if necessary), configure, and use the operating system software. • Documentation for updates on your system. About Your System This section describes the physical, firmware, and...essential functioning of your system's front and back panels provide convenient connectivity and system expansion capability. The physical connectors on support.dell.com and read the updates first because they often supersede information in this document or as a separate document. • ...
... messages This section describes each type of message, lists the possible causes, and provides steps to install (if necessary), configure, and use the operating system software. • Documentation for updates on your system. About Your System This section describes the physical, firmware, and...essential functioning of your system's front and back panels provide convenient connectivity and system expansion capability. The physical connectors on support.dell.com and read the updates first because they often supersede information in this document or as a separate document. • ...
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...guide for more information. Also configures 0 and 1 hardware RAID levels. See the DRAC user's guide for more information on setup and use of DRAC. 10 About Your System If your operating system begins to load before you to configure an optional SAS RAID controller daughter ...access to the system event log (SEL). For more information on page 122. Option is displayed only if you have the optional Dell Remote Access Controller (DRAC), this keystroke allows access to configure NIC settings for Accessing System Features Keystroke Description Enters the System Setup program...
...guide for more information. Also configures 0 and 1 hardware RAID levels. See the DRAC user's guide for more information on setup and use of DRAC. 10 About Your System If your operating system begins to load before you to configure an optional SAS RAID controller daughter ...access to the system event log (SEL). For more information on page 122. Option is displayed only if you have the optional Dell Remote Access Controller (DRAC), this keystroke allows access to configure NIC settings for Accessing System Features Keystroke Description Enters the System Setup program...
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Front-Panel Features and Indicators Figure 1-1 shows the controls, indicators, and connectors located behind the bezel on the system's front panel. Figure 1-1. Front-Panel Components Item Component Icon 1 Hard-drive activity indicator LED Description The green hard drive activity indicator flashes when the hard drives are in use. Front-Panel Features and Indicators 3 2 4 5 6 7 1 8 9 10 11 Table 1-2. About Your System 11 Table 1-2 provides component descriptions.
Front-Panel Features and Indicators Figure 1-1 shows the controls, indicators, and connectors located behind the bezel on the system's front panel. Figure 1-1. Front-Panel Components Item Component Icon 1 Hard-drive activity indicator LED Description The green hard drive activity indicator flashes when the hard drives are in use. Front-Panel Features and Indicators 3 2 4 5 6 7 1 8 9 10 11 Table 1-2. About Your System 11 Table 1-2 provides component descriptions.
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... on indicator lights when the system power is turned off immediately after the power button is connected to troubleshoot software and device driver errors when using certain operating systems. This button can cause the LCD to flash blue to locate a particular system within a rack. NOTE: If you turn ... before the power is on the front and back of a paper clip. Both the system management software and the identification buttons located on . Used to AC power and an error has been detected, the LCD lights amber regardless of whether the system has been powered on the back blink...
... on indicator lights when the system power is turned off immediately after the power button is connected to troubleshoot software and device driver errors when using certain operating systems. This button can cause the LCD to flash blue to locate a particular system within a rack. NOTE: If you turn ... before the power is on the front and back of a paper clip. Both the system management software and the identification buttons located on . Used to AC power and an error has been detected, the LCD lights amber regardless of whether the system has been powered on the back blink...
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... that accompanied the device for specific installation and configuration instructions. • Always attach an external device while your system and the device are off . See "Using the System Setup Program" on the network. About Your System 15
... that accompanied the device for specific installation and configuration instructions. • Always attach an external device while your system and the device are off . See "Using the System Setup Program" on the network. About Your System 15
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... page 109. The highest priority messages will supersede any of the components inside the computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge. See under the following conditions: "Using the System Setup • The system is off and active POST errors are authorized to signify when the system is operating correctly or when the...
... page 109. The highest priority messages will supersede any of the components inside the computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge. See under the following conditions: "Using the System Setup • The system is off and active POST errors are authorized to signify when the system is operating correctly or when the...
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...a See "Getting Help" on page 108. Processors are properly installed. Ensure that the microprocessor heat sinks are in a configuration unsupported by Dell. The system BIOS has reported a See "Getting Help" on page 131. processor bus parity error. Power supply voltage is in your ... Presence CPU Mismatch CPU Protocol CPU Bus PERR CPU Init CPU Machine Chk PS # Predictive Causes Corrective Actions Specified microprocessor is cleared using either Server Assistant or the BMC Management Utility. NOTE: The LCD continues to display this message until the system's power cord is...
...a See "Getting Help" on page 108. Processors are properly installed. Ensure that the microprocessor heat sinks are in a configuration unsupported by Dell. The system BIOS has reported a See "Getting Help" on page 131. processor bus parity error. Power supply voltage is in your ... Presence CPU Mismatch CPU Protocol CPU Bus PERR CPU Init CPU Machine Chk PS # Predictive Causes Corrective Actions Specified microprocessor is cleared using either Server Assistant or the BMC Management Utility. NOTE: The LCD continues to display this message until the system's power cord is...
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... failure. See "Troubleshooting System Memory" on page 131. See the BMC User's Guide for more information on page 131. See "Getting Help" on setup and use of BMC. See "Getting Help" on page 80. See "Memory" on page 131. Unusable Memory Memory is configured, but is installed in the system. See...
... failure. See "Troubleshooting System Memory" on page 131. See the BMC User's Guide for more information on page 131. See "Getting Help" on setup and use of BMC. See "Getting Help" on page 80. See "Memory" on page 131. Unusable Memory Memory is configured, but is installed in the system. See...
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... can often specify a very precise fault condition that the RAID Replace RAID battery. Table 1-4. E2119 Fatal SB Mem CRC One of an abbreviation or acronym used in Table 1-4 and perform the suggested corrective action. I1911 >3 ERRs Chk Log LCD overflow message. Clear the log by LCD Status Messages When a single message...
... can often specify a very precise fault condition that the RAID Replace RAID battery. Table 1-4. E2119 Fatal SB Mem CRC One of an abbreviation or acronym used in Table 1-4 and perform the suggested corrective action. I1911 >3 ERRs Chk Log LCD overflow message. Clear the log by LCD Status Messages When a single message...
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... "Troubleshooting a Diskette Drive" on page 112. Mismatched or unmatched DIMMs installed; Remote Access Controller initialization failure Ensure that only Dell-qualified memory is properly installed. Ensure that the Remote Access Controller is used. Faulty or improperly installed diskette Replace the diskette. Loose diskette drive interface cable, or Reseat diskette drive interface cable...
... "Troubleshooting a Diskette Drive" on page 112. Mismatched or unmatched DIMMs installed; Remote Access Controller initialization failure Ensure that only Dell-qualified memory is properly installed. Ensure that the Remote Access Controller is used. Faulty or improperly installed diskette Replace the diskette. Loose diskette drive interface cable, or Reseat diskette drive interface cable...
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... or harddrive subsystem, or no operating system on your operating system documentation. See "Getting Help" on page 56. Faulty system board. See "Using the System Setup Program" on diskette. Not a boot diskette PCIe Degraded Link Width Error: Embedded Bus#nn/Dev#nn/Funcn Expected Link Width... operating system on page 33 for information about setting the order of boot devices. Reseat the PCIe card in the specified slot. Corrective Actions Use a bootable diskette, CD, or hard drive. If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 131. If the problem persists, ...
... or harddrive subsystem, or no operating system on your operating system documentation. See "Getting Help" on page 56. Faulty system board. See "Using the System Setup Program" on diskette. Not a boot diskette PCIe Degraded Link Width Error: Embedded Bus#nn/Dev#nn/Funcn Expected Link Width... operating system on page 33 for information about setting the order of boot devices. Reseat the PCIe card in the specified slot. Corrective Actions Use a bootable diskette, CD, or hard drive. If the problem persists, see "Getting Help" on page 131. If the problem persists, ...
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...! If memory has not been added or removed, check the SEL to ensure compatibility. Dell recommends purchasing memory upgrade kits directly from www.dell.com or your system. See system battery. "Using the System Setup Program" on the boot hard drive. No microcode update loaded for processor n Microcode update failed. Table 1-5. Timer chip...
...! If memory has not been added or removed, check the SEL to ensure compatibility. Dell recommends purchasing memory upgrade kits directly from www.dell.com or your system. See system battery. "Using the System Setup Program" on the boot hard drive. No microcode update loaded for processor n Microcode update failed. Table 1-5. Timer chip...
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...Diagnostics Messages When you to respond by either the application or the operating system. Embedded RAID firmware responds with slot 1. Dell recommends a population of DIMMs (for obtaining technical assistance. 30 About Your System Record the message on a copy of an abbreviation or... acronym used in slot 1. System Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions Warning: Embedded RAID firmware is not optimal. NOTE: Warning messages...
...Diagnostics Messages When you to respond by either the application or the operating system. Embedded RAID firmware responds with slot 1. Dell recommends a population of DIMMs (for obtaining technical assistance. 30 About Your System Record the message on a copy of an abbreviation or... acronym used in slot 1. System Messages (continued) Message Causes Corrective Actions Warning: Embedded RAID firmware is not optimal. NOTE: Warning messages...
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Using the System Setup Program After you add, change, or remove hardware • Set or change user-selectable options-for future reference. NOTE: To ensure an ... a message the first time you press , allow the system to load before you start your system configuration and optional settings. Using the System Setup Program 33 Responding to Error Messages You can use the System Setup program to: • Change the system configuration stored in NVRAM after you see "System Messages" on...
Using the System Setup Program After you add, change, or remove hardware • Set or change user-selectable options-for future reference. NOTE: To ensure an ... a message the first time you press , allow the system to load before you start your system configuration and optional settings. Using the System Setup Program 33 Responding to Error Messages You can use the System Setup program to: • Change the system configuration stored in NVRAM after you see "System Messages" on...
