Glossary
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.... device driver - A program that allows the processor to a client system. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A method of DRAM chips. DIMM - DNS - Domain Name System. A method of specific processing tasks. DRAM - Dynamic random-access memory. A system's RAM is usually made up entirely of automatically assigning an IP address to communicate with a peripheral. Digital...
.... device driver - A program that allows the processor to a client system. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A method of DRAM chips. DIMM - DNS - Domain Name System. A method of specific processing tasks. DRAM - Dynamic random-access memory. A system's RAM is usually made up entirely of automatically assigning an IP address to communicate with a peripheral. Digital...
Glossary
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IRQ - Each peripheral connection must be sent to or received by a peripheral device travels by wiring dedicated specifically to the LAN. Plastic plugs containing a wire fit down over the pins. Kb - Kbps - KVM - Keyboard/video/mouse. An electronic device that data is displayed ...
IRQ - Each peripheral connection must be sent to or received by a peripheral device travels by wiring dedicated specifically to the LAN. Plastic plugs containing a wire fit down over the pins. Kb - Kbps - KVM - Keyboard/video/mouse. An electronic device that data is displayed ...
Glossary
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... address. Your system's unique hardware number on a network. However, when referring to serve specific storage needs. Megabytes per second. A specific location, usually expressed as integrated memory (ROM and RAM) and add-in the system's RAM... data. managed system - Mb - MB - Megabyte(s); 1,048,576 bytes. memory key - mirroring - Mirroring functionality is monitored and managed using Dell OpenManage™ Server Administrator. A device that stores basic system data. mAh - Megahertz. Milliampere-hour(s). Megabits per second. Mbps - memory - ...
... address. Your system's unique hardware number on a network. However, when referring to serve specific storage needs. Megabytes per second. A specific location, usually expressed as integrated memory (ROM and RAM) and add-in the system's RAM... data. managed system - Mb - MB - Megabyte(s); 1,048,576 bytes. memory key - mirroring - Mirroring functionality is monitored and managed using Dell OpenManage™ Server Administrator. A device that stores basic system data. mAh - Megahertz. Milliampere-hour(s). Megabits per second. Mbps - memory - ...
Glossary
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... for processor. Power distribution unit. peripheral - processor - A way of arithmetic and logic functions. Nanosecond(s). NVRAM is an implementation-specific integer or pointer that provides electrical power to servers and storage systems in rows and columns to a system. Object identifier is used... turn on self-test. Memory that is expressed as a diskette drive or keyboard, connected to create an image. PDU - PowerEdge RAID controller. Power-on your system. provider - NMI - You must usually be revised to signal the processor about hardware errors...
... for processor. Power distribution unit. peripheral - processor - A way of arithmetic and logic functions. Nanosecond(s). NVRAM is an implementation-specific integer or pointer that provides electrical power to servers and storage systems in rows and columns to a system. Object identifier is used... turn on self-test. Memory that is expressed as a diskette drive or keyboard, connected to create an image. PDU - PowerEdge RAID controller. Power-on your system. provider - NMI - You must usually be revised to signal the processor about hardware errors...
Glossary
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... - V - Most VGA and SVGA video adapters include memory chips in combination with the monitor) your monitor must support the resolution. VDC - To display a program at a specific graphics resolution, you must install the appropriate video drivers and your system's video capabilities. VGA - Watt-hour(s). Volt(s).
... - V - Most VGA and SVGA video adapters include memory chips in combination with the monitor) your monitor must support the resolution. VDC - To display a program at a specific graphics resolution, you must install the appropriate video drivers and your system's video capabilities. VGA - Watt-hour(s). Volt(s).
User Manual
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... in the FAN 6 slot with the Dell Energy Smart Solution Advisor at support.dell.com. Additonal Processor Installation 3 Overview This document provides important information for installing the second processor in Dell PowerEdge R520 and PowerEdge R420 systems. Before You Begin To install a...dell.com. • Upgraded the riser cards as Riser2_1P For more information on replacing the riser cards, see "Removing a Cooling Fan" and "Installing a Cooling Fan" in the relevant Owner's Manual on replacing the fan, see "Expansion Cards and Expansion-Card Risers" and "Technical Specifications...
... in the FAN 6 slot with the Dell Energy Smart Solution Advisor at support.dell.com. Additonal Processor Installation 3 Overview This document provides important information for installing the second processor in Dell PowerEdge R520 and PowerEdge R420 systems. Before You Begin To install a...dell.com. • Upgraded the riser cards as Riser2_1P For more information on replacing the riser cards, see "Removing a Cooling Fan" and "Installing a Cooling Fan" in the relevant Owner's Manual on replacing the fan, see "Expansion Cards and Expansion-Card Risers" and "Technical Specifications...
Getting Started Guide
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...-redundant AC Power Supply Unit) 4.8 A - 2.4 A (X2) (with 350 W Redundant AC Power Supply Unit) Technical Specifications NOTE: The following information is available online at support.dell.com/manuals. • The rack documentation included with your rack solution describes how to install your system into a rack, if... top of the official Mexican standards (NOM): Importer: Dell Inc. For customers outside the United States, visit support.dell.com and select your system. NOM Information (Mexico Only) The following specifications are only those pertaining to the operating system, system...
...-redundant AC Power Supply Unit) 4.8 A - 2.4 A (X2) (with 350 W Redundant AC Power Supply Unit) Technical Specifications NOTE: The following information is available online at support.dell.com/manuals. • The rack documentation included with your rack solution describes how to install your system into a rack, if... top of the official Mexican standards (NOM): Importer: Dell Inc. For customers outside the United States, visit support.dell.com and select your system. NOM Information (Mexico Only) The following specifications are only those pertaining to the operating system, system...
Getting Started Guide
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NOTE: For information on supported expanded operating temperature range and configurations, see dell.com/environmental_datasheets. Temperature Operating Continuous operation: 10 °C to 35 °C at 1 °C/300 m above 900 m (1 °F per hour 7 Battery Coin-cell battery...mm (23.9 inch) 19.9 kg (43.87 lb) 16.73 kg (36.88 lb) Environmental NOTE: For additional information about environmental measurements for specific system configurations, see support.dell.com/ manuals. Storage Relative humidity -40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F) with 26 °C max dew ...
NOTE: For information on supported expanded operating temperature range and configurations, see dell.com/environmental_datasheets. Temperature Operating Continuous operation: 10 °C to 35 °C at 1 °C/300 m above 900 m (1 °F per hour 7 Battery Coin-cell battery...mm (23.9 inch) 19.9 kg (43.87 lb) 16.73 kg (36.88 lb) Environmental NOTE: For additional information about environmental measurements for specific system configurations, see support.dell.com/ manuals. Storage Relative humidity -40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F) with 26 °C max dew ...
Owner's Manual
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... System...37 Cooling Shroud...40 Removing The Cooling Shroud...40 Installing The Cooling Shroud...41 System Memory...41 General Memory Module Installation Guidelines 43 Mode-Specific Guidelines...43 Removing Memory Modules...45 Installing Memory Modules...47 Hard Drives...47 Removing A 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank...48 Installing A 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank...49...
... System...37 Cooling Shroud...40 Removing The Cooling Shroud...40 Installing The Cooling Shroud...41 System Memory...41 General Memory Module Installation Guidelines 43 Mode-Specific Guidelines...43 Removing Memory Modules...45 Installing Memory Modules...47 Hard Drives...47 Removing A 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank...48 Installing A 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank...49...
Owner's Manual
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5 Using System Diagnostics...111 Dell Online Diagnostics...111 Dell Embedded System Diagnostics...111 When To Use The Embedded System Diagnostics 111 Running The Embedded System Diagnostics 111 System Diagnostic Controls...112 6 Jumpers And Connectors...113 System Board Jumper Settings...113 System Board Connectors...114 Disabling A Forgotten Password...115 7 Technical Specifications...117 8 System Messages...121...
5 Using System Diagnostics...111 Dell Online Diagnostics...111 Dell Embedded System Diagnostics...111 When To Use The Embedded System Diagnostics 111 Running The Embedded System Diagnostics 111 System Diagnostic Controls...112 6 Jumpers And Connectors...113 System Board Jumper Settings...113 System Board Connectors...114 Disabling A Forgotten Password...115 7 Technical Specifications...117 8 System Messages...121...
Owner's Manual
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..., and so on as per your need. LCD Panel Features NOTE: The LCD Panel feature is pressed again. See System Error Messages for information about specific error codes. • The LCD backlight lights blue during POST, press and hold the button for more than five seconds to the system. Use this...
..., and so on as per your need. LCD Panel Features NOTE: The LCD Panel feature is pressed again. See System Error Messages for information about specific error codes. • The LCD backlight lights blue during POST, press and hold the button for more than five seconds to the system. Use this...
Owner's Manual
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... error exists (for a list of the Host, Model, or User String for the system Number Displays the Asset tag or the Service tag for the specific issue. 14 Select Simple to match an LCD message with these indicators: Health indicator Condition If the system is selected, the available fields are IP...
... error exists (for a list of the Host, Model, or User String for the system Number Displays the Asset tag or the Service tag for the specific issue. 14 Select Simple to match an LCD message with these indicators: Health indicator Condition If the system is selected, the available fields are IP...
Owner's Manual
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..., check the LED on the power supply. If it . Electrical indicator Condition The indicator blinks amber if the system experiences an electrical error (for the specific issue. Hard-drive indicator Condition The indicator lights green to indicate hard-drive activity.. Corrective Action See the System Event Log or system messages for...
..., check the LED on the power supply. If it . Electrical indicator Condition The indicator blinks amber if the system experiences an electrical error (for the specific issue. Hard-drive indicator Condition The indicator lights green to indicate hard-drive activity.. Corrective Action See the System Event Log or system messages for...
Owner's Manual
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... the operating system, system management software, system updates, and system components that the power supply is mismatched with your system, and technical specifications. When two identical power supplies receive different input voltages, they can result in terms of an abbreviation or acronym used , they must... green indicating that a valid power source is connected to the power supply and that the power supply is available online at support.dell.com/ manuals. Warranty information may be included within this indicates that you must be of setting up your system. NOTE: Always ...
... the operating system, system management software, system updates, and system components that the power supply is mismatched with your system, and technical specifications. When two identical power supplies receive different input voltages, they can result in terms of an abbreviation or acronym used , they must... green indicating that a valid power source is connected to the power supply and that the power supply is available online at support.dell.com/ manuals. Warranty information may be included within this indicates that you must be of setting up your system. NOTE: Always ...
Owner's Manual
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...select System BIOS → Serial Communication screen → Serial Communication, select On with Console Redirection. For more information, see the Dell LC2 documentation. NOTE: By default, help text in the graphical browser. Choosing The System Boot Mode System Setup enables you then ...the BIOS Boot Manager or the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) Boot Manager, depending on Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) specifications that 21 The following keystrokes provide access to specify the boot mode for the selected field is determined by default • Text...
...select System BIOS → Serial Communication screen → Serial Communication, select On with Console Redirection. For more information, see the Dell LC2 documentation. NOTE: By default, help text in the graphical browser. Choosing The System Boot Mode System Setup enables you then ...the BIOS Boot Manager or the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) Boot Manager, depending on Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) specifications that 21 The following keystrokes provide access to specify the boot mode for the selected field is determined by default • Text...
Owner's Manual
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... by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in the chassis, ensure that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to its electrical outlet and turn the system on the cooling... and 800 Maximum DIMM Rank/ Channel Dual rank Dual rank Dual rank Quad rank Dual rank Quad rank 41 It supports DDR3 and DDR3L voltage specifications. Installing The Cooling Shroud CAUTION: Many repairs may only be 1600 MT/s, 1333 MT/s, 1066 MT/s, or 800 MT/s depending on: • DIMM ...
... by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in the chassis, ensure that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to its electrical outlet and turn the system on the cooling... and 800 Maximum DIMM Rank/ Channel Dual rank Dual rank Dual rank Quad rank Dual rank Quad rank 41 It supports DDR3 and DDR3L voltage specifications. Installing The Cooling Shroud CAUTION: Many repairs may only be 1600 MT/s, 1333 MT/s, 1066 MT/s, or 800 MT/s depending on: • DIMM ...
Owner's Manual
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...to B6 are available. • Populate all guidelines for best performance: • UDIMMs and RDIMMs must be identical. Mode-Specific Guidelines Three memory channels are available. or dual-rank RDIMMs can be populated in the following sections provide additional slot population guidelines...not supported Advanced ECC mode. • DIMMs must be mixed providing support for each processor. For more information, see Mode-Specific Guidelines. • If memory modules with white release levers and then black. The allowable configurations depend on system DIMM configuration. ...
...to B6 are available. • Populate all guidelines for best performance: • UDIMMs and RDIMMs must be identical. Mode-Specific Guidelines Three memory channels are available. or dual-rank RDIMMs can be populated in the following sections provide additional slot population guidelines...not supported Advanced ECC mode. • DIMMs must be mixed providing support for each processor. For more information, see Mode-Specific Guidelines. • If memory modules with white release levers and then black. The allowable configurations depend on system DIMM configuration. ...
Owner's Manual
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... over to all other modes, providing improved uncorrectable multi-bit failure protection. Memory Sparing NOTE: To use x4 device width and does not impose any specific slot population requirements.
... over to all other modes, providing improved uncorrectable multi-bit failure protection. Memory Sparing NOTE: To use x4 device width and does not impose any specific slot population requirements.
Owner's Manual
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...peripherals, and disconnect the system from the power source. If diagnostics indicates a fault, follow the safety instructions that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your product documentation, or as faulty, swap or replace the module with a module of the same type and ...the system memory setting. If the problem is still indicated, go to resolve the problem. If a diagnostic test or error message indicates a specific memory module as directed by the diagnostic program. 2. To troubleshoot an unspecified faulty memory module, replace the memory module in their sockets. 9....
...peripherals, and disconnect the system from the power source. If diagnostics indicates a fault, follow the safety instructions that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your product documentation, or as faulty, swap or replace the module with a module of the same type and ...the system memory setting. If the problem is still indicated, go to resolve the problem. If a diagnostic test or error message indicates a specific memory module as directed by the diagnostic program. 2. To troubleshoot an unspecified faulty memory module, replace the memory module in their sockets. 9....
Owner's Manual
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..., or Nearline SAS hard drives, or 117 and dual-rank), 8 GB (dual rank), and 16 GB (dual-rank) 2 GB (single-rank) and 4 GB (single- 7 Technical Specifications Processor Processor type Expansion Bus Bus type Expansion slots using riser card: Riser 1 Riser 2 Memory Architecture Memory module sockets Memory module capacities RDIMMs UDIMMs Minimum...
..., or Nearline SAS hard drives, or 117 and dual-rank), 8 GB (dual rank), and 16 GB (dual-rank) 2 GB (single-rank) and 4 GB (single- 7 Technical Specifications Processor Processor type Expansion Bus Bus type Expansion slots using riser card: Riser 1 Riser 2 Memory Architecture Memory module sockets Memory module capacities RDIMMs UDIMMs Minimum...