Dell EMC PowerEdge T150 Installation and Service Manual Regulatory Model: E80S series Regulatory Type: E80S001 December 2021 Rev.
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Contents Chapter 1: About this document.................................................................................................... 6 Chapter 2: PowerEdge T150 system overview................................................................................7 Front view of the system...................................................................................................................................................8 Rear view of the system...................................................
Setting the cooling fan speed for 8 TB drives..................................................................................................... 33 Cable routing...................................................................................................................................................................... 34 Optional optical drive.......................................................................................................................................................
Installing the control panel cage............................................................................................................................... 71 Chapter 6: Jumpers and connectors............................................................................................ 72 System board connectors............................................................................................................................................... 72 System board jumper settings.....................
1 About this document This document provides an overview about the system, information about installing and replacing components, diagnostic tools, and guidelines to be followed while installing certain components.
2 PowerEdge T150 system overview The PowerEdge T150 system is a 4U mini tower server that supports: ● one Intel® Xeon® E-2300 series processor with up to 8 cores per processor ● Four DDR4 DIMM slots, supports UDIMM 128GB max, speeds up to 3200 MT/s ● Cabled AC power supply unit ● Up to 4 x 3.5-inch SAS/SATA HDD/SSD drives NOTE: All instances of SAS or SATA drives are seen as drives in this document, unless specified otherwise.
Front view of the system Figure 1. Front view of the system Table 1. Features available on the front of the system Item Ports, panels, and slots 1 Power button Indicates if the system is powered on or off. Press the power button to manually power on or off the system. NOTE: Press the power button to gracefully shut down an ACPIcompliant operating system. 2 System health and ID indicator Indicates the status of the system.
Table 1. Features available on the front of the system (continued) Item Ports, panels, and slots 4 iDRAC Direct port (MicroAB USB) 5 Optical drive (optional) Icon Description The iDRAC Direct port (Micro-AB USB) enables you to access the iDRAC direct Micro-AB USB features. For more information, see the https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals. NOTE: You can configure iDRAC Direct by using a USB to micro USB (type AB) cable, which you can connect to your laptop or tablet.
Rear view of the system Figure 2. Rear view of the system Table 2. Rear view of the system Item Ports, panels, or slots Icon Descriptions 1 Security cable lock N/A Enables you to connect to the security cable lock. 2 iDRAC MAC address and iDRAC secure password label N/A Indicates the iDRAC MAC address and iDRAC secure password label. 3 Service Tag, Express Service Code, QRL N/A label Indicates the Service Tag, Express Service Code, QRL label.
Table 2. Rear view of the system (continued) Item Ports, panels, or slots Icon Descriptions 6 USB 2.0 port (4) The USB ports are 4-pin, 2.0-compliant. These ports enable you to connect USB devices to the system. 7 System identification button Press the system ID button: ● To locate a particular system within a rack. ● To turn the system ID on or off. To reset iDRAC, press and hold the button for 16 seconds.
Inside the system Figure 3. Inside the system 1. 3. 5. 7. 9. Cabled Power Supply Unit (PSU) Cabled drives (4) Expansion card retention latch Intrusion switch Memory module sockets 2. 4. 6. 8. Optical drive System board PCIe expansion card slots (4) Fan Locating the Express Service Code and Service Tag The unique Express Service Code and Service Tag are used to identify the system. The Express Service Code and Service Tag are found on a sticker on the rear of the system.
Figure 4. Express Service Tag Figure 5.
Figure 6. Memory information Figure 7.
3 Initial system setup and configuration This section describes the tasks for initial setup and configuration of the Dell EMC system. The section also provides general steps to set up the system and the reference guides for detailed information. Topics: • • • Setting up the system iDRAC configuration Resources to install operating system Setting up the system Perform the following steps to set up the system: Steps 1. Unpack the system. 2.
Table 3. Interfaces to set up iDRAC IP address (continued) Interface Documentation links NOTE: To determine the most recent iDRAC release for your platform and for latest documentation version, see KB article https://www.dell.com/support/article/ sln308699. OpenManage Deployment Toolkit Dell EMC OpenManage Deployment Toolkit User's Guide available at https://www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals > Open Manage Deployment Toolkit.
Resources to install operating system If the system is shipped without an operating system, you can install a supported operating system by using one of the resources provided in the table below. For information about how to install the operating system, see the documentation links provided in the table below. Table 4. Resources to install the operating system Resource Documentation links iDRAC Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at https://www.dell.
Table 6. Options to download and install OS drivers (continued) Option Documentation iDRAC virtual media Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals or for system specific Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide, go to https://www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals > Product Support page of your system > Documentation . NOTE: To determine the most recent iDRAC release for your platform and for latest documentation version, see https://www.dell.
4 Minimum to POST and system management configuration validation This section describes the minimum to POST system requirement and system management configuration validation of the Dell EMC system.
Table 7. Configuration validation error (continued) Error Description Possible cause and recommendations Example Comm Error A configuration element is not responding to iDRAC using the management interface while running an inventory check. System management sideband communication Comm Error: Backplane 2 Unplug AC Power, reseat the element and replace the element if the problem persists.
5 Installing and removing system components Topics: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Safety instructions Before working inside your system After working inside your system Recommended tools System cover Frontbezel Drives Cable routing Optional optical drive System memory Cooling fans Internal USB memory key Expansion cards Optional BOSS S1 card Processor and heat sink Power supply unit System battery Intrusion switch System board Trusted Platform Module Control panel Safety instructions CAUTION:
CAUTION: Do not install GPUs, network cards, or other PCIe devices on your system that are not validated and tested by Dell. Damage caused by unauthorized and invalidated hardware installation will null and void the system warranty. Before working inside your system Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. Steps 1. Power off the system and all attached peripherals. 2. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the peripherals. 3.
Steps Lift the release latch and remove the system cover. Figure 8. Removing the system cover Next steps Replace the system cover. Installing the system cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Ensure that all internal cables are routed, connected, and that no tools or extra parts are left inside the system. Steps 1. Align the tabs on the system cover with the corresponding slots on the system. 2. Press the system cover until it clicks in place.
Figure 9. Installing the system cover Next steps 1. Place the system upright on a flat, stable surface. 2. Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet, and then power on the system. Frontbezel Removing the front bezel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Lift the retention clips at the edge of the bezel. 2. Unhook the bezel tabs and remove the bezel.
Figure 10. Removing the front bezel Next steps Replace the front bezel. Installing the front bezel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure that is listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Align and insert the tabs on the bezel into the slots on the system. 2. Press the bezel until the retention clips lock in place.
Figure 11. Installing the front bezel Next steps Follow the procedure that is listed in After working inside your system. Drives Removing a 3.5-inch drive carrier from the drive bay Prerequisites 1. 2. 3. 4. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. Follow the procedure that is listed in Before working inside your system. Disconnect the power and data cables from the drive carrier in the drive bay. Using the management software, prepare the drive for removal.
Figure 12. Removing the drive carrier from the drive bay Next steps Replace the drive carrier into the drive bay. Installing a 3.5-inch drive carrier into the drive bay Prerequisites CAUTION: Before attempting to remove or install a drive while the system is running, see the documentation for the storage controller card to ensure that the host adapter is configured correctly to support drive removal and insertion. CAUTION: Combining SAS and SATA drives in the same RAID volume is not supported.
Figure 13. Installing the drive carrier into the drive bay Next steps 1. Connect the power and data cables on the drive carrier. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Removing a drive from the drive carrier Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure that is listed in Before working inside your system. 3. Remove a 3.5-inch drive carrier from the drive bay.
Figure 14. Removing the drive from the drive carrier Next steps Install the drive into the drive carrier. Installing a drive into the drive carrier Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure that is listed in Before working inside your system. 3. Remove a 3.5-inch drive carrier from the drive bay. Steps 1. Align the screw holes on one side of the drive with the pins on the drive carrier. 2.
Figure 15. Installing a drive into the drive carrier Next steps 1. Install a 3.5-drive carrier into the drive bay. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Removing a 2.5-inch drive from the 3.5-inch drive adapter Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. 3. Remove 3.5-inch drive adapter from the 3.5-inch drive carrier. NOTE: A 2.5-inch cabled drive is installed in a 3.
NOTE: If the 2.5-inch drive has Torx screw, use Torx 6 screwdriver to remove the drive from a 3.5-inch drive adapter. 2. Remove the drive from the 3.5-inch drive adapter. Figure 16. Removing a 2.5-inch drive from the 3.5-inch drive adapter Next steps Replace a 2.5-inch drive into the 3.5-inch drive adapter. Installing a 2.5-inch drive into the 3.5-inch drive adapter Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. Steps 1. Align the screw holes on the 2.
Figure 17. Installing a 2.5-inch drive into the 3.5-inch drive adapter Next steps 1. Install a 3.5-inch adapter into the 3.5-inch drive carrier. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Removing a 3.5-inch drive adapter from a 3.5-inch drive carrier Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. 3. Remove the 3.5-inch drive carrier from the system.
Next steps Replace a 3.5-inch adapter into a 3.5-inch drive carrier. Installing a 3.5-inch adapter into a 3.5-inch drive carrier Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Align the screw holes on one side of the adapter with the pins on the drive carrier. 2. Flex the side of the drive carrier, and place the adapter into the drive carrier. Figure 19. Installing a 3.
2. Select iDRAC setting. 3. Select Thermal section. 4. Select Fan Setup setting. 5. At the Fan Speed Offset section, select Low fan speed offset (+15%). Cable routing Figure 20. Cable routing - 4 x 3.5-inch cabled SATA drive Table 10. Connector descriptions for 4 x 3.
Figure 21. Cable routing - 4 x 3.5-inch cabled SAS drive with storage controller card Table 11. Connector descriptions for 4 x3.
Figure 22. Removing the optical drive filler from the front bezel 2. On the optical drive cage, hold the tabs on the optical drive filler and remove the filler from the optical drive cage. Figure 23. Removing the optical drive filler from the optical drive cage Next steps Replace the optical drive filler or install the optical drive. Installing the optical drive fillers Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2.
Figure 24. Installing the optical drive filler into the front bezel 2. On the optical drive cage, hold the tabs on the optical drive filler and push the filler into the optical drive cage. Figure 25. Installing the optical drive filler into the optical drive cage Next steps 1. Install the front bezel. 2. Follow the procedure that is listed in After working inside your system. Removing the optical drive Prerequisites 1. 2. 3. 4. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
Figure 26. Removing the optical drive Next steps Replace the optical drive or install the optical drive fillers. Installing the optical drive Prerequisites NOTE: Only slim 9.5 mm SATA DVD-ROM drive or DVD+/-RW drive can be installed in your system. External optical drives can be connected through USB ports. 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure that is listed in Before working inside your system. 3. Remove the front bezel. Steps 1.
Figure 27. Installing the optical drive Next steps 1. Connect the power cable and the data cable to the optical drive. NOTE: Route the cables properly to prevent them from being pinched or crimped. 2. Install the front bezel. 3. Follow the procedure that is listed in After working inside your system. System memory System memory guidelines The PowerEdge T150 system supports DDR4 unregistered DIMMs (UDIMMs). System memory holds the instructions that are executed by the processor.
Figure 28. Memory channels Memory channels are organized as follows: Table 12. Memory channels Channel 0 Channel 1 A1 and A3 A2 and A4 Figure 29. Memory socket location Table 13. Supported memory matrix DIMM type Rank Capacity DIMM rated voltage and speed DIMMs per Channel (DPC) UDIMM 1R 8 GB/16 GB DDR4 (1.2 V), 3200 MT/s 3200 MT/s 2R 32 GB DDR4 (1.
NOTE: MT/s indicates DIMM speed in Mega-Transfers per second. The 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 installing memory modules: ● All DIMMs must be DDR4. ● If memory modules with different speeds are installed, they operate at the speed of the slowest installed memory module. ● Populate memory module sockets only if a processor is installed.
Figure 30. Removing a memory module Next steps Replace the memory module. Installing a memory module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket. CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory module or metallic contacts. 2. If a memory module is installed in the socket, remove it.
Figure 31. Installing a memory module Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. 2. To verify if the memory module has been installed properly, press F2 and go to System Setup Main Menu > System BIOS > Memory Settings. In the Memory Settings screen, the System Memory Size must reflect the updated capacity of the installed memory. 3. If the System Memory Size is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly.
Figure 32. Removing the cooling fan Next steps Replace the cooling fan. Installing a cooling fan Prerequisites CAUTION: Do not remove or install the cooling fan by holding the blades. 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Hold the cooling fan by the sides with the cable end facing the bottom of the system. 2. Align the four grommets on the system with the four holes on the sides of the fan.
Figure 33. Installing a cooling fan Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Internal USB memory key Removing the optional internal USB memory key Prerequisites CAUTION: To avoid interference with other components in the server, the maximum permissible dimensions of the USB memory key are 15.9 mm width x 57.15 mm length x 7.9 mm height. 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2.
Figure 34. Removing the internal USB memory key Next steps Replace the internal USB memory key. Installing the internal USB memory key Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Steps Connect the USB memory key into the USB port. Figure 35.
Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. 2. While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and verify that the system detects the USB memory key. Expansion cards NOTE: When an expansion card is not supported or missing, the iDRAC and Lifecycle Controller logs an event. This does not prevent your system from booting.
NOTE: Slot 1 does not function when Pentium processor is installed. NOTE: The expansion cards are not hot swappable. NOTE: For a system with 8 TB (or more) drive capacity, PERC is required for thermal control. The following table describes the installation order for installing expansion cards to ensure proper cooling and mechanical fit: The expansion cards with the highest priority must be installed first by using the slot priority indicated. Table 16.
Figure 37. Removing a PCIe expansion card 3. If the expansion card is not going to be replaced, install a filler bracket and close the card retention latch. NOTE: You must install a filler bracket over an empty expansion card slot to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system. Figure 38. Installing the filler bracket Next steps Replace the expansion card.
About this task NOTE: The procedure to install the storage controller card and BOSS S1 is similar to installing the PCIe expansion card. Steps 1. Press the blue retention latch and push down the latch to open it. 2. If installed, remove the filler bracket. NOTE: Store the filler bracket for future use. Filler brackets must be installed in empty expansion card slots to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system.
Next steps 1. If applicable, connect the internal cables to the expansion card. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. 3. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card. NOTE: While replacing faulty storage controller, FC, or NIC card with the same type of card, after you power on the system; the new card automatically updates to the same firmware and configuration of the faulty one.
Installing the M.2 SSD module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. 3. Remove the BOSS S1 card. NOTE: The procedure to remove the BOSS S1 card is similar to the removing an expansion card. Steps 1. Align the M.2 SSD module at an angle with the BOSS S1 card connector. 2. Insert the M.2 SSD module until it is firmly seated in the BOSS S1 card connector. 3.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Disconnect the heat sink fan power cable connector from the connector on the system board. 2. Using a Phillips 2 screwdriver, loosen the screws on the heat sink in the order that is mentioned below: a. b. c. d. Loosen the first screw three turns. Loosen the screw diagonally opposite to the screw you loosened first.
Steps 1. Release the socket lever by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab on the processor shield. 2. Lift the lever upward until the processor shield lifts. CAUTION: The processor socket pins are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not to bend the pins in the processor socket when removing the processor out of the socket. 3. Lift the processor out of the socket. NOTE: Ensure that the processor and the bracket are placed in the tray after you remove the heat sink. Figure 44.
Figure 45. Installing the processor Next steps NOTE: Ensure that you install the heat sink after you install the processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions. 1. Install the heat sink module. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Installing the heat sink Prerequisites CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to replace the processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions. 1.
Figure 46. Applying thermal grease on top of the processor 3. Place the heat sink onto the processor with the cable end facing the drive carrier. 4. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, tighten the screws (8 in-lbf) on the heat sink in the order below: a. b. c. d. e. In a random order, tighten the first screw three turns. Tighten the screw diagonally opposite to the screw you tighten first. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws. Return to the first screw to tighten it completely.
Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. 2. While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and check that the processor information matches the new system configuration. 3. Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new processor operates correctly. Power supply unit NOTE: While replacing the hot swappable PSU, after next server boot; the new PSU automatically updates to the same firmware and configuration of the replaced one.
Installing the power supply unit Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Place the D12 PSU in the system and slide it toward the back of the system until it is fully seated. 2. Tighten the screws to secure the PSU to the system. Figure 49. Installing the D12 PSU 3. Bundle the PSU cable with equal interval spaces between cable tie. Next steps 1.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. To remove the battery: a. Use a plastic scribe to pry out the system battery. Figure 50. Removing the system battery CAUTION: To prevent damage to the battery connector, you must firmly support the connector while removing or installing a battery. 2. To install a new system battery: a. Slide the battery with the positive side facing up under the securing tabs. b.
Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. 2. Confirm that the battery is operating properly, by performing the following steps: a. Enter the System Setup, while booting, by pressing F2. b. Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup Time and Date fields. c. Exit the System Setup. d. To test the newly installed battery, remove the system from the enclosure for at least an hour. e. Reinstall the system into the enclosure after an hour. f.
Installing the intrusion switch Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Align the intrusion switch to the intrusion switch slot and slide the intrusion switch to lock in place. Figure 53. Installing the intrusion switch 2. Connect the intrusion switch cable to the connector on the system board. Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. 3. Remove the following components: a. Expansion card b. Internal USB key c. Heat sink module d. Processor e. Memory module Steps 1. Disconnect all cables from the system board. CAUTION: Take care not to damage the system identification button while removing the system board from the chassis. Figure 54. System board screw location 2.
Figure 55. Removing the system board Next steps Install the system board. Installing the system board Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. 3. If you are replacing the system board, remove all the components that are listed in the removing the system board section. Steps 1. Unpack the new system board assembly.
Figure 56. Installing the system board 3. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver secure the system board to the chassis with screws.
Figure 57. system board connector location Next steps 1. Replace the following: a. Trusted Platform Module (TPM) NOTE: The TPM must be replaced only while installing a new system board. NOTE: The TPM plug-in module is attached to the system board and cannot be removed. A replacement TPM plug-in module is provided for all system board replacements, where a TPM plug-in module was installed. b. Memory modules c. Processor d. Heat sink module e. Internal USB card, if installed f.
NOTE: Ensure that the cables inside the system are routed along the chassis wall and secured using the cable securing bracket. 4. Ensure that you perform the following steps: a. Use the Easy Restore feature to restore the Service Tag. See the Restoring the system by using the Easy Restore feature section. b. If the service tag is not backed up in the backup flash device, enter the system service tag manually. See the Manually update the Service Tag by using System Setup section. c.
Trusted Platform Module This is a service technician replaceable part only. Upgrading the Trusted Platform Module Removing the TPM Prerequisites NOTE: ● Ensure the operating system is compatible with the TPM version you are installing. ● Ensure that you download and install the latest BIOS firmware on your system. ● Ensure that the BIOS is configured to enable UEFI boot mode. CAUTION: The TPM plug-in module is cryptographically bound to that particular system board after it is installed.
Initializing TPM for users Steps 1. Initialize the TPM. For more information, see Initializing the TPM for users. 2. The TPM Status changes to Enabled, Activated. Initializing the TPM 1.2 for users Steps 1. While booting your system, press F2 to enter System Setup. 2. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS > System Security Settings. 3. From the TPM Security option, select On with Preboot Measurements. 4. From the TPM Command option, select Activate. 5. Save the settings. 6.
Figure 59. Removing the control panel cage Next steps Remove the control panel. Removing the control panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Disconnect the control panel cable from the control panel. CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when removing the control panel cables as it can damage the connectors. 2.
Figure 60. Removing the control panel Next steps Replace the control panel. Installing the control panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Align and insert the control panel into the control panel cage. 2. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, secure the control panel to the cage with screws. Figure 61.
Next steps 1. Connect the control panel cable to the control panel. 2. Install the control panel cage. 3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Installing the control panel cage Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Align and insert the control panel cage into the control panel cage slot in the system. 2. Secure the control panel cage to the system with screws.
6 Jumpers and connectors This section provides essential and specific information about jumpers and switches. It also describes the connectors on the various boards in the system. Jumpers on the system board help to disable the system and reset the passwords. To install components and cables correctly, you must be able to identify the connectors on the system board. Topics: • • • System board connectors System board jumper settings Disabling a forgotten password System board connectors Figure 63.
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Disabling a forgotten password The software security features of the system include a system password and a setup password. The password jumper enables or disables password features and clears any password(s) currently in use. 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.
7 System diagnostics and indicator codes This section describes the diagnostic indicators on the system front panel that displays the system status during system startup. Topics: • • • • • System health and system ID indicator codes iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes NIC indicator codes Non-redundant cabled power supply unit indicator codes Using system diagnostics System health and system ID indicator codes The system health and system ID indicator is located on the front panel of the system. Figure 64.
Table 20. iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes (continued) iDRAC Direct LED indicator code Condition Blinking green (on for two seconds and off for two seconds) Indicates that the laptop or tablet connected is recognized. LED Indicator off Indicates that the laptop or tablet is unplugged. NIC indicator codes Each NIC on the back of the system has indicators that provide information about the activity and link status.
Figure 66. Non-redundant cabled AC PSU status indicator and self-diagnostic button 1. Self-diagnostic button 2. AC PSU status indicator Table 22. Non-redundant AC PSU status indicator Power Indicator Pattern Condition Not lit Power is not connected or PSU is faulty. Green A valid power source is connected to the PSU and the PSU is operational. Using system diagnostics If you experience an issue with the system, run the system diagnostics before contacting Dell for technical assistance.
The ePSA Pre-boot System Assessment window is displayed, listing all devices detected in the system. The diagnostics start executing the tests on all the detected devices. Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from Boot Manager Run the Embedded System Diagnostics (ePSA) if your system does not boot. Steps 1. When the system is booting, press F11. 2. Use the up arrow and down arrow keys to select System Utilities > Launch Diagnostics. 3.
8 Getting help Topics: • • • • Recycling or End-of-Life service information Contacting Dell Technologies Accessing system information by using QRL Receiving automated support with SupportAssist Recycling or End-of-Life service information Take back and recycling services are offered for this product in certain countries. If you want to dispose of system components, visit www.dell.com/recyclingworldwide and select the relevant country.
● Reference materials, including the Installation and Service Manual, and mechanical overview ● The system service tag to quickly access the specific hardware configuration and warranty information ● A direct link to Dell to contact technical assistance and sales teams Steps 1. Go to www.dell.com/qrl, and navigate to your specific product or 2. Use your smart phone or tablet to scan the model-specific Quick Resource (QR) code on your system or in the Quick Resource Locator section.
The available benefits vary depending on the Dell EMC Service entitlement purchased for your device. For more information about SupportAssist, go to www.dell.com/supportassist.
9 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 model number, see the front of your system. 3. On the Product Support page, click Documentation.
Table 24. Additional documentation resources for your system (continued) Task Document Location Managing your system For information about systems management software offered by Dell, see the Dell OpenManage Systems Management Overview Guide. www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals For information about setting up, using, and troubleshooting OpenManage, see the Dell OpenManage Server Administrator User’s Guide. www.dell.
