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How To Upgrade The Firmware On A Dell Poweredge 2400 Server

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Activating the Dell PERC2 - Page 4

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Activating the Dell PERC2 - Page 5

... for system memory. Align the DIMM's edge connector with the slot in the center of the socket (see step A in the socket (see Figure 1-3). Dell PowerEdge 2400 Systems-Activating the Dell PowerEdge Expandable RAID Controller 2/Si 1-3 System memory is labeled "PC133." 6. NOTE: The RAID controller DIMM must be labeled "PE2400." The RAID hardware key should...

Activating the Dell PERC2 - Page 6

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Activating the Dell PERC2 - Page 7

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... the terminator card with the posts on the air baffle, as described in your Dell PowerEdge 2400 Systems Installation and Troubleshooting Guide. 2. A01 April 2000 ™ Remove the terminator card from the guide bracket assembly, as shown in your Dell PowerEdge 2400 system, you must install an air baffle on the terminator card, perform the following...

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Installing Redundant Power Supplies - Page 4

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Installing Redundant Power Supplies - Page 5

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Installing Redundant Power Supplies - Page 6

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Installing Redundant Power Supplies - Page 7

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Installing Redundant Power Supplies - Page 8

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Rack Installation Guide - Page 15

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Rack Installation Guide - Page 16

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