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Back panel features

Figure 8. Back panel features of 12 x 3.5 inch + 2 x 3.5 inch (rear) drive system

Figure 9. Back panel features of 12 x 3.5 inch + 2 x 3.5 inch (rear) drive system

Figure 10. Back panel features of 12 x 3.5 inch drive system with butterfly riser

Serial port

Drive (rear)

Low profile riser right slot

Low profile riser left slot

Power supply unit (PSU)

LOM riser ports

Ethernet ports

USB 3.0 ports

Dell EMC PowerEdge R540 overview

Summary of Contents for EMC PowerEdge R540

Page 1: ...Dell EMC PowerEdge R540 Installation and Service Manual Regulatory Model E46S Series Regulatory Type E46S001 ...

Page 2: ... to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem WARNING A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage personal injury or death Copyright 2017 Dell Inc or its subsidiaries All rights reserved Dell EMC and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc or its subsidiaries Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners 2017 09 Rev A00 ...

Page 3: ...ecifications 26 System dimensions 27 Chassis weight 27 Processor specifications 28 PSU specifications 28 System battery specifications 28 Expansion bus specifications 28 Memory specifications 28 Drive specifications 29 Drives 29 Ports and connectors specifications 29 USB ports 29 NIC ports 29 Serial connector 29 VGA ports 29 Internal Dual SD Module 30 Video specifications 30 Environmental specific...

Page 4: ...60 Viewing Boot Manager 60 Boot Manager main menu 60 One shot BIOS boot menu 61 System Utilities 61 PXE boot 61 6 Installing and removing system components 62 Safety instructions 62 Before working inside your system 62 After working inside your system 62 Recommended tools 62 Optional front bezel 63 Removing the front bezel 63 Installing the front bezel 64 System cover 65 Removing the system cover ...

Page 5: ... 98 Removing a memory module 99 Installing a memory module 100 Processors and heat sinks 101 Removing a processor and heat sink module 101 Removing the processor from the processor and heat sink module 102 Installing the processor into a processor and heat sink module 104 Installing a processor and heat sink module 106 Expansion cards and expansion card risers 108 Expansion card installation guide...

Page 6: ...ng a non redundant cabled AC power supply unit 152 Installing a non redundant cabled AC power supply unit 153 Removing a DC power supply unit 154 Installing DC power supply unit 155 Wiring instructions for a DC power supply unit 155 Power interposer board 157 Removing power interposer board 157 Installing power interposer board 158 Control panel 159 Removing the left control panel 159 Installing t...

Page 7: ...c controls 171 8 Jumpers and connectors 172 System board jumpers and connectors 173 System board jumper settings 174 Disabling forgotten password 175 9 Getting help 176 Contacting Dell 176 Documentation feedback 176 Accessing system information by using QRL 176 Quick Resource Locator for R540 177 Receiving automated support with SupportAssist 177 Contents 7 ...

Page 8: ...OTE All instances of SAS SATA hard drives and SSDs are referred to as drives in this document unless specified otherwise Topics Supported configurations for the PowerEdge R540 system Front view of the system Back panel features Drive indicator codes NIC indicator codes Power supply unit indicator codes LCD panel Locating the Service Tag of your system Supported configurations for the PowerEdge R54...

Page 9: ...ons for a PowerEdge R540 system with rear drive Front view of the system The front view displays the features available on the front of the system Figure 2 Front view of 12 x 3 5 inch drive system Dell EMC PowerEdge R540 overview 9 ...

Page 10: ...s This feature aggregates hardware or firmware inventory and various system level diagnostic and error information that can be used in troubleshooting the system For more information see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User s Guide at Dell com idracmanuals 2 Drive slots N A Enable you to install drives that are supported on your system For more information about drives see the Technic...

Page 11: ...Quick Sync 2 wireless option is activated The Quick Sync 2 feature allows management of the system using mobile devices This feature aggregates hardware firmware inventory and various system level diagnostic error information that can be used in troubleshooting the system You can access system inventory Dell Lifecycle Controller logs or system logs system health status and also configure iDRAC BIO...

Page 12: ...or The indicator turns solid amber if the system experiences an electrical error for example voltage out of range or a failed power supply unit PSU or voltage regulator Check the System Event Log or system messages for the specific issue If it is due to a problem with the PSU check the LED on the PSU Reseat the PSU If the problem persists see the Getting help section Memory indicator The indicator...

Page 13: ...tion Blinks white slowly Indicates that firmware update is in progress If the indicator continues to blink indefinitely see the Getting help section Blinks white five times rapidly and then turns off Indicates that the iDRAC Quick Sync 2 feature is disabled Check if iDRAC Quick Sync 2 feature is configured to be disabled by iDRAC If the problem persists see the Getting help section For more inform...

Page 14: ...ore information see the iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes section 5 VGA port Enables you to connect a display device to the system For more information see the Technical specifications section iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes The iDRAC Direct LED indicator lights up to indicate that the port is connected and is being used as a part of the iDRAC subsystem You can configure iDRAC Direct by using a US...

Page 15: ...of 12 x 3 5 inch 2 x 3 5 inch rear drive system Figure 10 Back panel features of 12 x 3 5 inch drive system with butterfly riser 1 Serial port 2 Drive rear 3 Low profile riser right slot 4 Low profile riser left slot 5 Power supply unit PSU 6 LOM riser ports 7 Ethernet ports 8 USB 3 0 ports Dell EMC PowerEdge R540 overview 15 ...

Page 16: ...information about the supported Ethernet or SFP ports see the Technical specifications section 7 Ethernet ports 2 Use the Ethernet ports to connect Local Area Networks LANs to the system For more information about the supported Ethernet ports see the Technical specifications section 8 USB 3 0 port Use the USB 3 0 port to connect USB devices to the system These ports are 4 pin USB 3 0 compliant 9 i...

Page 17: ...on cards on the system board Drive indicator codes Each drive carrier has an activity LED indicator and a status LED indicator The indicators provide information about the current status of the drive The activity LED indicator indicates whether the drive is currently in use or not The status LED indicator indicates the power condition of the drive Figure 11 Drive indicators 1 Drive activity LED in...

Page 18: ... NIC is not connected to the network Link indicator is green and activity indicator is blinking green The NIC is connected to a valid network at its maximum port speed and data is being sent or received Link indicator is amber and activity indicator is blinking green The NIC is connected to a valid network at less than its maximum port speed and data is being sent or received Link indicator is gre...

Page 19: ...t have the same type of label for example Extended Power Performance EPP label Mixing PSUs from previous generations of PowerEdge servers is not supported even if the PSUs have the same power rating This results in a PSU mismatch condition or failure to turn the system on CAUTION When correcting a PSU mismatch replace only the PSU with the blinking indicator Swapping the PSU to make a matched pair...

Page 20: ...rn the system on CAUTION When correcting a PSU mismatch replace only the PSU with the blinking indicator Swapping the PSU to make a matched pair can result in an error condition and unexpected system shutdown To change from a High Output configuration to a Low Output configuration or vice versa you must turn off the system CAUTION If two PSUs are used they must be of the same type and have the sam...

Page 21: ...ghlighted by the cursor 3 Right Moves the cursor forward in one step increments During message scrolling Press and hold the right button to increase scrolling speed Release the button to stop NOTE The display stops scrolling when the button is released After 45 seconds of inactivity the display starts scrolling 4 LCD display Displays system information status and error messages or iDRAC IP address...

Page 22: ...ust confirm the option before proceeding to the next action Option Description iDRAC IP Displays the IPv4 or IPv6 addresses for iDRAC9 Addresses include DNS Primary and Secondary Gateway IP and Subnet IPv6 does not have Subnet MAC Displays the MAC addresses for iDRAC iSCSI or Network devices Name Displays the name of the Host Model or User String for the system Number Displays the Asset tag or the...

Page 23: ...ing Service Tag of your system 1 information tag top view 2 information tag back view 3 OpenManage Mobile OMM label 4 iDRAC MAC address and iDRAC secure password label 5 Service Tag Dell EMC PowerEdge R540 overview 23 ...

Page 24: ...te Access Controller Admin RACADM subcommands and supported RACADM interfaces see the RACADM Command Line Reference Guide for iDRAC Dell com idracmanuals For information about updating drivers and firmware see the Methods to download firmware and drivers section in this document To download drivers Dell com support drivers Managing your system For information about systems management software offe...

Page 25: ...and deploying the cards see the Storage controller documentation Dell com storagecontrollermanuals Understanding event and error messages For information about checking the event and error messages generated by the system firmware and agents that monitor system components see the Dell Event and Error Messages Reference Guide Dell com openmanagemanuals OpenManage software Troubleshooting your syste...

Page 26: ...section Topics System dimensions Chassis weight Processor specifications PSU specifications System battery specifications Expansion bus specifications Memory specifications Drive specifications Ports and connectors specifications Video specifications Environmental specifications 3 26 Technical specifications ...

Page 27: ... without bezel Zb Zc 482 0 mm 18 97 inches 434 0 mm 17 08 inches 86 8 mm 3 41 inches 35 84 mm 1 41 inches 22 mm 0 87 inches 647 07 mm 25 47 inches 681 755 mm 26 84 inches Chassis weight Table 15 Chassis weight System Maximum weight with all drives SSDs 8 x 3 5 inch 25 4 kg 55 99 lb 12 x 3 5 inch 29 68 kg 65 43 lb Technical specifications 27 ...

Page 28: ...connect to the IT power systems with a phase to phase voltage not exceeding 230 V System battery specifications The PowerEdge R540 system supports CR 2032 3 0 V lithium coin cell system battery Expansion bus specifications The PowerEdge R540 system supports PCI express PCIe generation six expansion cards which need to be installed on the system board using expansion card risers The R540 system sup...

Page 29: ... Back panel Internal USB Two USB 2 0 compliant port One iDRAC Direct Micro AB USB port Two USB 3 0 compliant port One internal USB 3 0 port NIC ports The PowerEdge R540 system supports two Network Interface Controller NIC ports on the back panel which have two 1 Gbps configuration NOTE You can install up to six PCIe add on NIC cards Serial connector The serial connector connects a serial device to...

Page 30: ...formation about environmental measurements for specific system configurations see Dell com environmental_datasheets Table 20 Temperature specifications Temperature Specifications Storage 40 C to 65 C 40 F to 149 F Continuous operation for altitude less than 950 m or 3117 ft 10 C to 35 C 50 F to 95 F with no direct sunlight on the equipment Fresh air For information about fresh air see the Expanded...

Page 31: ... 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 Particulate and gaseous contamination specifications The following table defines the limitations that help avoid any equipment damage or failure from particulates and gaseous contamination If the levels of part...

Page 32: ...ined by AHSRAE TC9 9 NOTE Maximum corrosive contaminant levels measured at 50 relative humidity Standard operating temperature Table 28 Standard operating temperature specifications Standard operating temperature Specifications Continuous operation for altitude less than 950 m or 3117 ft 10 C to 35 C 50 F to 95 F with no direct sunlight on the equipment Expanded operating temperature Table 29 Expa...

Page 33: ...undant power supply configuration is required AEP DIMM is not supported GPGPU card is not supported Rear drive configuration is not supported 12 x 3 5 inch SM configuration with CPU 140 W 130 W 115 W 105 W_4C is not supported LRDIMM is not supported Non Dell qualified peripheral cards and or peripheral cards greater than 25 W are not supported Tape backup unit TBU is not supported Thermal restrict...

Page 34: ... Xenon Silver 4116 85 12 Yes Yes Yes Yes Intel Xenon Silver 4114 85 10 Yes Yes Yes Yes Intel Xenon Silver 4110 85 8 Yes Yes Yes Yes Intel Xenon Bronze 3106 85 8 Yes Yes Yes Yes Intel Xenon Bronze 3104 85 6 Yes Yes Yes Yes Intel Xenon Silver 4112 85 4 Yes Yes Yes Yes 34 Technical specifications ...

Page 35: ...lerts administrators to system issues helps them perform remote system management and reduces the need for physical access to the system Options to set up iDRAC IP address You must configure the initial network settings based on your network infrastructure to enable the communication to and from iDRAC You must use the default iDRAC IP address 192 168 0 120 to configure the initial network settings...

Page 36: ...roller User s Guide at Dell com idracmanuals You can also access iDRAC by using RACADM For more information see the RACADM Command Line Interface Reference Guide at Dell com idracmanuals Options to install the operating system If the system is shipped without an operating system install the supported operating system by using one of the following resources Table 31 Resources to install the operati...

Page 37: ...d and install the latest BIOS drivers and systems management firmware on your system Prerequisite Ensure that you clear the web browser cache before downloading the drivers and firmware Steps 1 Go to Dell com support drivers 2 In the Drivers Downloads section type the Service Tag of your system in the Enter a Service Tag or product ID box and then click Submit NOTE If you do not have the Service T...

Page 38: ...er Boot Manager Preboot Execution Environment PXE Related link System Setup Dell Lifecycle Controller Boot Manager PXE boot System Setup By using the System Setup screen you can configure the BIOS settings iDRAC settings and device settings of your system NOTE Help text for the selected field is displayed in the graphical browser by default To view the help text in the text browser press F1 You ca...

Page 39: ...nables you to configure BIOS settings iDRAC Settings Enables you to configure the iDRAC settings The iDRAC settings utility is an interface to set up and configure the iDRAC parameters by using UEFI Unified Extensible Firmware Interface You can enable or disable various iDRAC parameters by using the iDRAC settings utility For more information about this utility see Integrated Dell Remote Access Co...

Page 40: ...nd then restart your system and try again 3 On the System Setup Main Menu screen click System BIOS System BIOS Settings details The System BIOS Settings screen details are explained as follows Option Description System Information Specifies information about the system such as the system model name BIOS version and Service Tag Memory Settings Specifies information and options related to the instal...

Page 41: ... control Miscellaneous Settings Specifies options to change the system date and time System Information You can use the System Information screen to view system properties such as Service Tag system model name and the BIOS version Viewing System Information To view the System Information screen perform the following steps 1 Turn on or restart your system 2 Press F2 immediately after you see the fo...

Page 42: ...ou 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 Memory Settings details The Memory Settings screen details are explained as follows Option Description System Memory Size Specifies the memory size in the system System Memory Type Specifies the type ...

Page 43: ... 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 Processor Settings Processor Settings details The Processor Settings screen details are e...

Page 44: ...MA Cluster This option is set to Disabled by default UPI Prefetch Enables you to get the memory read started early on DDR bus The Ultra Path Interconnect UPI Rx path will spawn the speculative memory read to Integrated Memory Controller iMC directly This option is set to Enabled by default Logical Processor Idling Enables you to improve the energy efficiency of a system It uses the operating syste...

Page 45: ...ption is set to Enabled by default Write Cache Enables or disables the command for the embedded SATA drives during POST This option is set to Disabled by default Port n Sets the drive type of the selected device For AHCI Mode or RAID Mode BIOS support is always enabled Option Description Model Specifies the drive model of the selected device Drive Type Specifies the type of drive attached to the S...

Page 46: ...llows compatibility with non UEFI operating systems This option is set to UEFI by default NOTE Setting this field to UEFI disables the BIOS Boot Settings menu Boot Sequence Retry Enables or disables the Boot Sequence Retry feature If this option is set to Enabled and the system fails to boot the system re attempts the boot sequence after 30 seconds This option is set to Enabled by default Hard Dis...

Page 47: ...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 UEFI BIOS Boot Settings UEFI BIOS Boot Sequence 2 Use the arrow keys to select a boot device and use the plus and minus sign keys to move the device down or up in the order 3 Click Exit and then ...

Page 48: ...ll integrated devices including the video controller integrated RAID controller and the USB ports Viewing Integrated Devices To view the Integrated Devices screen perform the following 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 bootin...

Page 49: ...Controller Displays the current state of the embedded video controller The Current State of Embedded Video Controller option is a read only field If the Embedded Video Controller is the only display capability in the system that is no add in graphics card is installed then the Embedded Video Controller is automatically used as the primary display even if the Embedded Video Controller setting is se...

Page 50: ...or only the boot driver is disabled for the PCIe slot 4 This option is set to Enabled by default Slot 5 Enables or disables or only the boot driver is disabled for the PCIe slot 5 This option is set to Enabled by default Slot 6 Enables or disables or only the boot driver is disabled for the PCIe slot 6 This option is set to Enabled by default Slot Bifurcation Allows Platform Default Bifurcation Au...

Page 51: ... the serial MUX setting saved in iDRAC The serial MUX setting can independently be changed in iDRAC Loading the BIOS default settings from within the BIOS setup utility may not always revert the serial MUX setting to the default setting of Serial Device 1 External Serial Connector Enables you to associate the External Serial Connector to Serial Device 1 Serial Device 2 or the Remote Access Device ...

Page 52: ...ion is set to Custom CPU Power Management Sets the CPU power management This option is set to System DBPM DAPC by default DBPM is Demand Based Power Management Other options include OS DBPM and Maximum Performance Memory Frequency Sets the speed of the system memory You can select Maximum Performance Maximum Reliability or a specific speed This option is set to Maximum Performance by default Turbo...

Page 53: ...Management Enables or disables the CPU Interconnect Bus Link Power Management This option is set to Enabled by default PCI ASPM L1 Link Power Management Enables or disables the PCI ASPM L1 Link Power Management This option is set to Enabled by default System Security You can use the System Security screen to perform specific functions such as setting the system password setup password and disablin...

Page 54: ...PM is enabled and activated When set to Deactivate the TPM is disabled and deactivated When set to Clear all the contents of the TPM are cleared This option is set to None by default When TPM 2 0 is installed the TPM Security option is set to On or Off This option is set to Off by default Table 37 TPM 2 0 security information TPM Information Changes the operational state of the TPM This option is ...

Page 55: ...Policy Secure Boot is set to Disabled by default Secure Boot Policy When Secure Boot policy is set to Standard the BIOS uses the system manufacturer s key and certificates to authenticate pre boot images When Secure Boot policy is set to Custom the BIOS uses the user defined key and certificates Secure Boot policy is set to Standard by default Secure Boot Mode Configures how the BIOS uses the Secu...

Page 56: ...pts you to reenter the system password 5 Reenter the system password and click OK 6 In the Setup Password field type your setup password and press Enter or Tab A message prompts you to reenter the setup password 7 Reenter the setup password and click OK 8 Press Esc to return to the System BIOS screen Press Esc again A message prompts you to save the changes NOTE Password protection does not take e...

Page 57: ...a message prompts you to confirm the deletion Operating with setup password enabled If Setup Password is set to Enabled type the correct setup password before modifying the system setup options If you do not type the correct password in three attempts the system displays the following message Number of unsuccessful password attempts 3 Maximum number of password attempts exceeded System Halted Even...

Page 58: ...ot list and OS This option is set to Visible by default NOTE BIOS will disable the device in hardware so it cannot be accessed by the OS Redundant OS Boot NOTE This option is disabled if Redundant OS Location is set to None or if Redundant OS State is set to Hidden When set to Enabled BIOS boots to the device specified in Redundant OS Location When set to Disabled BIOS preserves the current boot l...

Page 59: ...bled by default Dell Wyse P25 P45 BIOS Access Enables or disables the Dell Wyse P25 P45 BIOS Access This option is set to Enabled by default Power Cycle Request Enables or disables the Power Cycle Request This option is set to None by default 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 variou...

Page 60: ...es Related link Boot Manager main menu System BIOS Viewing Boot Manager Viewing Boot Manager About this task To enter Boot Manager Steps 1 Turn on or restart your system Enter the result of your step here optional 2 Press F11 when you see the following message F11 Boot Manager If your operating system begins to load before you press F11 allow the system to complete the booting and then restart you...

Page 61: ...boot device to boot from Related link Boot Manager System Utilities System Utilities contains the following utilities that can be launched Launch Diagnostics BIOS Update File Explorer Reboot System Related link Boot Manager PXE boot You can use the Preboot Execution Environment PXE option to boot and configure the networked systems remotely To access the PXE boot option boot the system and then pr...

Page 62: ... your product NOTE It is recommended that you always use an antistatic mat and antistatic strap while working on components inside the system CAUTION To ensure proper operation and cooling all bays in the system and system fans must be always populated with a component or a blank Before working inside your system Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Turn ...

Page 63: ...y system branding A lock on the bezel is used to protect unauthorized access to the drives There are two versions of bezel available With LCD panel Without LCD panel For bezels with LCD panel the system status can be viewed on the LCD panel For more information see the LCD panel section Removing the front bezel The procedure to remove the front bezel with and without the LCD panel is the same Prer...

Page 64: ... is the same Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Locate and remove the bezel key NOTE The bezel key is part of the LCD bezel package 2 Align and insert the right end of the bezel onto the system 3 Press the release button and fit the left end of the bezel onto the system 4 Lock the bezel by using the key 64 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 65: ...rerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Turn off the system including any attached peripherals 3 Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals Steps 1 Using a 1 4 inch flat head or a Phillips 2 screwdriver rotate the latch release lock counter clockwise to the unlocked position 2 Lift the latch till the system cover slides back ...

Page 66: ...or extra parts are left inside the system Steps 1 Align the tabs on the system cover with the guide slots on the system 2 Push the system cover latch down The system cover slides forward the tabs on the system cover engage with the guide slots on the system and the system cover latch locks into place 3 Using a 1 4 inch flat head or Phillips 2 screwdriver rotate the latch release lock clockwise to ...

Page 67: ...s Backplane cover Removing the backplane cover Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system Steps 1 Slide the backplane cover in the direction of the arrows marked on the backplane cover 2 Lift the backplane cover away from the system Installing and removing system components 67 ...

Page 68: ... backplane cover Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Align the backplane cover with the guide slots on the system 2 Slide the backplane cover toward the front of the system until the cover locks into place 68 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 69: ...t step Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system Inside the system NOTE Components that are hot swappable are marked orange and touch points on the components are marked blue Installing and removing system components 69 ...

Page 70: ...Figure 24 Inside the system without rear drive cage 70 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 71: ...Low profile riser left 15 Drive cage rear Air shroud The air shroud directs the airflow across the entire system Air shroud prevents the system from overheating and is used to maintain uniform airflow inside the system Removing the air shroud Prerequisites CAUTION Never operate your system with the air shroud removed The system may get overheated quickly resulting in shutdown of the system and los...

Page 72: ... butterfly riser Step Hold the air shroud at both ends and lift it away from the system Figure 26 Removing air shroud NOTE The system with 2 x 3 5 inch rear drive has a different air shroud However the procedure to remove the air shroud is identical 72 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 73: ...tions 2 If applicable route the cables inside the system along the system wall and secure the cables by using the cable latch Steps 1 Align the tabs on the air shroud with the slots on the system 2 Lower the air shroud into the system until it is firmly seated When firmly seated the memory socket numbers marked on the air shroud align with the respective memory sockets Installing and removing syst...

Page 74: ...Figure 27 Installing air shroud NOTE The procedure to install the air shroud for 2 x 3 5 inch rear drive system is identical 74 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 75: ...U type CPU count Fan1 Fan2 Fan3 Fan4 Fan5 Fan6 8 x 3 5 inch Cable PSU or Redundant PSU 1 Not required Required Required Required Required Not required Redundant PSU 2 Not required Required Required Required Required Required 12 x 3 5 inch Redundant PSU only 1 Required Required Required Required Required Not required 2 Required Required Required Required Required Required NOTE The high performance ...

Page 76: ...cedure listed in Before working inside your system 3 Remove the air shroud 4 Remove the internal PERC riser 5 Move the cables out of way to access the cooling fan cable connector on the system board Steps 1 Disconnect the cooling fan cable connected to the system board connector NOTE In the 12 x 3 5 inch drive system disconnect the fan 1 cable from the power interposer board connector Figure 28 Di...

Page 77: ...al Prerequisite WARNING Opening or removing the system cover when the system is on may expose you to a risk of electric shock Exercise utmost care while removing or installing cooling fans Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Holding the release tab place the cooling fan into the cooling fan cage 2 Route the cooling fan cable and connect it to the connector on the sys...

Page 78: ...Figure 30 Installing cooling fan 78 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 79: ... link Installing internal PERC riser Installing the air shroud Internal PERC riser The internal PERC riser has Harpoon based Premium Performance tier offering that will drive IOPs and enhanced SSD performance Removing internal PERC riser Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system 3 Remove the air shr...

Page 80: ...and lift the internal PERC riser away from the system Figure 32 Removing internal PERC riser 3 Disconnect the cable connected to the internal PERC riser Figure 33 Disconnecting the cable from internal PERC riser 80 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 81: ... guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Connect the cable to the internal PERC riser Figure 34 Connecting the cable to internal PERC riser 2 Holding the blue touch points align the slot on the internal PERC riser to the guide on the system board 3 Press until the internal PERC riser clicks into place 4 Close the plunger Installing and removing system components 81 ...

Page 82: ...C card from internal PERC riser Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system 3 Remove the internal PERC riser Steps 1 Using Phillips 2 screwdriver remove the screw that secures the PERC card to the internal PERC riser 2 Pull the PERC card out of the connector on the internal PERC riser 82 Installing an...

Page 83: ... into the internal PERC riser Installing PERC card into the internal PERC riser Prerequisite 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Insert the PERC card into the internal PERC riser and push the card in 2 Using Phillips 2 screwdriver tighten the screw to secure the PERC card on the internal PERC riser Installing and removing system components 83 ...

Page 84: ...our system is on The system event logs SEL records the number of times the cover has been removed when the system was on Removing intrusion switch Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system 3 Remove air shroud 4 Remove internal PERC riser Steps 1 Disconnect the intrusion switch cable connected to the...

Page 85: ...Removing the air shroud Removing internal PERC riser Installing intrusion switch Installing intrusion switch Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Align the intrusion switch with the intrusion switch slot Installing and removing system components 85 ...

Page 86: ...r shroud Drives Drives are supplied in hot swappable drive carriers that fit in the drive slots 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 CAUTION Do not turn off or restart your system while a drive is being formatted Doing so can cause a drive fail...

Page 87: ...de the drive blank out of the drive slot Figure 40 Removing a drive blank Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system Install a drive or a drive blank Related link Installing a drive blank Installing a drive blank The procedure for installing 2 5 inch and 3 5 inch drive blanks is identical Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions CAUTIO...

Page 88: ...tructions 2 Remove the 3 5 inch drive adapter from the 3 5 inch drive carrier NOTE A 2 5 inch drive is installed in a 3 5 inch drive adapter which is then installed in the 3 5 inch drive carrier Steps 1 Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver remove the screws from the side of the 3 5 inch drive adapter 2 Remove the 2 5 inch drive from the 3 5 inch drive adapter 88 Installing and removing system componen...

Page 89: ...g a 2 5 inch drive into a 3 5 inch drive adapter Installing a 2 5 inch drive into a 3 5 inch drive adapter Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Align the screw holes on the 2 5 inch drive with the screw holes on the 3 5 inch drive adapter 2 Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver secure the 2 5 inch drive to the 3 5 inch drive adapter Installing and removing sys...

Page 90: ...low the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 If installed remove the front bezel 3 Remove the 3 5 inch drive carrier from the system Steps 1 Using the Phillips 1 screwdriver remove the screws from the rails on the drive carrier 2 Lift the 3 5 inch drive adapter out of the 3 5 inch drive carrier 90 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 91: ...nto the 3 5 inch drive carrier Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Install the 2 5 inch drive into the 3 5 inch drive adapter Steps 1 Insert the 3 5 inch drive adapter into the 3 5 inch drive carrier with the connector end of the drive toward the back of the 3 5 inch drive carrier 2 Align the screw holes on the 3 5 inch drive adapter with the holes on the 3...

Page 92: ...rning off When the drive indicators are off the drive is ready for removal For more information see the documentation for the storage controller 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 Mixing drives f...

Page 93: ...SATA drives in the same RAID volume is not supported CAUTION When installing a drive ensure that the adjacent drives are fully installed Inserting a drive carrier and attempting to lock its handle next to a partially installed carrier can damage the partially installed carrier s shield spring and make it unusable CAUTION To prevent data loss ensure that your operating system supports hot swap driv...

Page 94: ...re 47 Installing a drive carrier Next step If applicable install the front bezel Related link Removing a drive blank Installing the front bezel Removing the drive from the drive carrier Prerequisite CAUTION Mixing drives from previous generations of PowerEdge servers is not supported Steps 1 Using Phillips 1 screwdriver remove the screws from the slide rails on the drive carrier 2 Lift the drive o...

Page 95: ...er generations of PowerEdge servers is not supported Steps 1 Insert the drive into the drive carrier with the connector end of the drive towards the back of the carrier 2 Align the screw holes on the drive with the screws holes on the drive carrier When aligned correctly the back of the drive is flush with the back of the drive carrier 3 Using the Phillips 1 screwdriver secure the drive to the dri...

Page 96: ...rating frequency can be 2666 MT s 2400 MT s or 2133 MT s depending on the following factors DIMM type RDIMM Number of DIMM slots populated per channel System profile selected for example Performance Optimized or Custom can be run at high speed or lower Maximum supported DIMM frequency of the processors Your system contains 16 memory sockets CPU1 supports up to 10 memory sockets and CPU2 supports u...

Page 97: ...l to observe these guidelines your system might not boot might stop responding during memory configuration or might operate with reduced memory 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 RDIMMs and LRDIMMs must not be mixed ...

Page 98: ...n SDDC only for memory modules that use x4 device width It does not impose any specific slot population requirements Memory sparing NOTE To use memory sparing this feature must be enabled in BIOS menu of System Setup Table 40 Memory sparing Memory sparing Single Rank Memory sparing allocates one rank per channel as a spare If excessive correctable errors occur in a rank or channel they are moved t...

Page 99: ...rder C1 1 C2 1 C1 2 C2 2 C1 3 C2 3 Odd amount of DIMM slots per CPU allowed Mirroring population order C1 1 2 3 4 5 6 C2 1 2 3 4 5 6 Mirroring is supported with 6 DIMM slots per CPU Single rank sparing population order C1 1 C2 1 C1 2 C2 2 C1 3 C2 3 Populate in this order odd amount per CPU allowed Requires two ranks or more per channel Multi rank sparing population order C1 1 C2 1 C1 2 C2 2 C1 3 C...

Page 100: ...ry module You must insert both ends of the memory module simultaneously 2 Open the ejectors on the memory module socket outward to allow the memory module to be inserted into the socket 3 Align the edge connector of the memory module with the alignment key of the memory module socket and insert the memory module in the socket CAUTION Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module apply p...

Page 101: ...Related link Installing the air shroud Processors and heat sinks The processor controls memory peripheral interfaces and other components of the system The system can have more than one processor configurations The heat sink absorbs the heat generated by the processor and helps the processor to maintain its optimal temperature level Removing a processor and heat sink module Prerequisites WARNING T...

Page 102: ...ide facing up Figure 53 Removing processor and heat sink module Next step Install the PHM Related link Removing the air shroud Installing a processor and heat sink module Removing the processor from the processor and heat sink module Prerequisites NOTE Only remove the processor from the processor and heat sink module if you are replacing the processor or heat sink This procedure is not required wh...

Page 103: ...cessor bracket to unlock the bracket from the heat sink Figure 54 Loosening the processor bracket 4 Lift the bracket and the processor away from the heat sink and place the processor connector side down on the processor tray 5 Flex the outer edges of the bracket to release the bracket from the processor NOTE Ensure that the processor and the bracket are placed in the tray after you remove the heat...

Page 104: ...ket NOTE Ensure that the pin 1 indicator on the bracket is aligned with the pin 1 indicator on the processor before placing the bracket on the processor NOTE Ensure that the processor and the bracket are placed in the tray before you install the heat sink Figure 56 Installing the processor bracket 3 If you are using an existing heat sink remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a clea...

Page 105: ...locks onto the heat sink NOTE Ensure that the two guide pin holes on the bracket match the guide holes on the heat sink Do not press on the heat sink fins Ensure that the pin 1 indicator on the heat sink is aligned with the pin 1 indicator on the bracket before placing the heat sink onto the processor and bracket Installing and removing system components 105 ...

Page 106: ...rocessor and heat sink module 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 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 If installed remove the CPU dust cover Steps 1 Align the pin 1 indicator of the heat sink to the system board and then place the proc...

Page 107: ...he first screw and tighten it completely If the PHM slips off the blue retention clips when the screws are partially tightened follow these steps to secure the PHM a Loosen both the heat sink screws completely b Lower the PHM on to the blue retention clips follow the procedure described in step 2 c Secure the PHM to the system board follow the procedure described in step 4 NOTE The processor and h...

Page 108: ...er Slot 3 Processor 2 Low Profile Half Length x16 Butterfly riser Slot 2 Processor 1 Full Height Half Length x16 Butterfly riser Slot 3 Processor 1 Low Profile Half Length x8 NOTE The expansion card slots are not hot swappable The following table provides guidelines for installing expansion cards to ensure proper cooling and mechanical fit The expansion cards with the highest priority should be in...

Page 109: ...CPU Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards LOM riser 2x1G BCM5720L FXN 1 1 LOM riser 2x10G BCM57416 BASeT SFP 1 1 PERC9 14G PERC10 FXN 2 1 RAID PERC10 External Dell 2 1 PCIe SSD PCIe Card Samsung 2 1 NIC Broadcom INTEL EMULEX Mellanox Solarflare 2 1 Card Network Broadcom INTEL Mellanox INTEL 2 1 Card Controller EMULEX QLOGIC 2 1 BOSS M 2 SATA Dell 2 1 PERC9 14G PERC10 FXN Integrated Slot ...

Page 110: ...Emulex Mellanox Solarflare 2 1 Card Network Broadcom INTEL Mellanox Solarflare 2 1 Card Controller EMULEX QLOGIC 2 1 BOSS M 2 SATA Dell 2 1 PCIe SSD PCIe Card Samsung 3 2 5 3 Card Controller QLOGIC EMULEX 3 2 5 3 Card Network Broadcom INTEL Mellanox QLOGIC Solarflare 3 5 2 Card Controller QLOGIC 3 5 2 Intel OPA NIC Intel OPA 3 5 2 BOSS M 2 SATA Dell 3 5 2 Card Network Broadcom 6 5 3 3 Card Network...

Page 111: ...NTEL 6 5 4 3 4 PERC9 14G PERC10 FXN Integrated Slot 1 RAID PERC9 14G PERC10 Internal Integrated Slot 1 Removing expansion card from the expansion card riser Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system 3 If applicable remove the air shroud 4 If applicable disconnect the cables from the expansion card 5...

Page 112: ...Figure 60 Removing expansion card from low profile riser Figure 61 Removing expansion card from full height X1 riser 112 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 113: ...g expansion card from butterfly riser 3 If the expansion card is not going to be replaced install a filler bracket Figure 63 Installing filler bracket for low profile riser Installing and removing system components 113 ...

Page 114: ...talling filler bracket for full height X1 riser Figure 65 Installing filler bracket for butterfly riser Next steps 1 Install expansion card into the expansion card riser 114 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 115: ... listed in Safety instructions 2 If installing a new expansion card unpack it and prepare the card for installation NOTE For instructions see the documentation accompanying the card 3 When installing a card into low profile full height X1 or butterfly riser open the PCIe card holder latch Steps 1 Pull and lift up the expansion card retention latch lock to open 2 If installed remove the filler brac...

Page 116: ...riser 3 Hold the card by its edges and align the card edge connector with the expansion card connector on the riser 4 Insert the card edge connector firmly into the expansion card connector until the card is fully seated 5 Close the expansion card retention latch 116 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 117: ...Figure 69 Installing expansion card into low profile riser Figure 70 Installing expansion card into full height X1 riser Installing and removing system components 117 ...

Page 118: ...r the card Related link Installing the air shroud Removing expansion card from the system board Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system 3 Disconnect any cables connected to the expansion card Steps 1 Pull and lift up the expansion card retention latch lock to open 2 Hold the expansion card by the ...

Page 119: ...ll a filler bracket by performing the following steps a Align the filler bracket with the slot on the system b Push the filler bracket downward until firmly seated c Close the expansion card retention latch by pushing the latch down until the latch snaps into place Installing and removing system components 119 ...

Page 120: ...lated link Installing expansion card on the system board Installing expansion card on the system board Prerequisite 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Unpack the expansion card and prepare it for installation For instructions see the documentation accompanying the card 2 If you are installing a new card remove the filler bracket a Pull and lift up the expansion ca...

Page 121: ... the system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system 3 Holding the card on the edges align the card with the expansion card connector on the system board 4 Press the expansion card firmly into the expansion card connector on the system board until the card is fully seated 5 Close the expansion card retention latch by pushing the latch down until the latch snaps into place Installing...

Page 122: ...Removing an expansion card riser Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system 3 Disconnect any cables connected to the expansion card Step Hold the touch points and lift the expansion card riser from the riser connector on the system board 122 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 123: ...Figure 76 Removing low profile riser right Figure 77 Removing low profile riser left Installing and removing system components 123 ...

Page 124: ...Figure 78 Removing full height X1 riser NOTE For butterfly riser loosen the captive screw and holding the touch points lift the riser away from the system 124 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 125: ...delines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 If removed install the expansion cards into the expansion card riser 2 Holding the touch points align the expansion card riser with the connector and the riser guide pin on the system board 3 Lower the expansion card riser into place until the expansion card riser connector is fully seated in the connector Installing and removing system components 125 ...

Page 126: ...Figure 80 Installing low profile riser right Figure 81 Installing low profile riser left 126 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 127: ... Installing full height X1 riser NOTE For butterfly riser tighten the captive screw to firmly hold the riser to the system board Figure 83 Installing butterfly riser Installing and removing system components 127 ...

Page 128: ...bel each MicroSD card with its corresponding slot number after removal Next step Install a MicroSD card Related link Installing the MicroSD card Installing the MicroSD card Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions NOTE To use an MicroSD card with your system ensure that the Internal SD Card Port is enabled in System Setup NOTE If reinstalling ensure that you install...

Page 129: ... vFlash connector on the system board To locate IDSDM vFlash see the System board jumpers and connectors section 2 Holding the pull tab lift the IDSDM vFlash card out of the system Figure 84 Removing the optional IDSDM vFlash card NOTE There are two dip switches on the IDSDM vFlash card for write protection Next step Install the optional IDSDM vFlash card Related link Installing optional IDSDM or ...

Page 130: ... based on the labels you had marked on the cards during removal 2 Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system LOM riser card The LOM riser card is a small removable mezzanine card which provides the flexibility of selecting different network connectivity options Removing the LOM riser card Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the p...

Page 131: ...riser card Next step Install the LOM riser card Related link Removing an expansion card riser Removing the rear drive cage Installing the LOM riser card Installing the LOM riser card Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Orient the LOM riser card to fit through the Ethernet connectors or the SFP slot on the system 2 Press the LOM riser card until the card ...

Page 132: ...ng an expansion card riser Installing the rear drive cage Drive backplane Depending on your system configuration the drive backplanes supported in PowerEdge R540 are listed here Table 49 Supported backplane options for PowerEdge R540 systems System Supported hard drives options PowerEdge R540 3 5 inch x8 SAS SATA backplane 3 5 inch x12 SAS or SATA backplane and 3 5 inch x2 SAS or SATA backplane re...

Page 133: ...nal connector 3 SAS SATA A cable connector 4 Power connector Figure 89 12 X 3 5 inch drive backplane 1 Power cable connector 2 SAS SATA cable connector 3 SAS SATA cable connector 4 Backplane signal connector 5 SAS cable connector Installing and removing system components 133 ...

Page 134: ...lace them in the same location NOTE The procedure to remove the backplane is similar for all backplane configurations 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system 3 Remove the air shroud 4 Remove the backplane cover 5 Remove all drives from the front bay 6 Disconnect all the cables from the backplane Step Press the ...

Page 135: ...he drive backplane Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions NOTE The procedure to install the backplane is similar for all backplane configurations Steps 1 Use the hooks on the system as guides to align the slots on the backplane with the guides on the system 2 Lower the drive backplane until the blue release tabs snap into place Installing and removing system compon...

Page 136: ... the 3 5 inch rear drive backplane Prerequisites CAUTION To prevent damage to the drives and backplane you must remove the drives from the system before removing the backplane CAUTION You must note the number of each hard drive and temporarily label them before removal so that you can replace them in the same locations 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the proce...

Page 137: ...l the 3 5 inch rear drive backplane Related link Removing a drive carrier Removing the rear drive cage Installing the 3 5 inch rear drive backplane Installing the 3 5 inch rear drive backplane Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Use the hooks on the rear drive cage as guides to align the drive backplane 2 Lower the backplane into the system until it is f...

Page 138: ...l the rear drive cage 2 Install all the drives 3 Connect all the cables to the backplane 4 Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system Related link Installing the rear drive cage Installing a drive carrier 138 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 139: ... 3 5 inch drive backplane and 2 x 3 5 inch rear drive backplane with internal PERC riser 1 Drive backplane 2 SAS cable 3 Internal PERC riser 4 Drive backplane rear 5 Cable guiding latch 6 SAS cable Installing and removing system components 139 ...

Page 140: ...re 97 Cable routing 8 x 3 5 inch drive backplane with internal PERC riser 1 Drive backplane 2 SAS cable 3 Internal PERC riser 4 Cable guiding latch 5 SAS cable 140 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 141: ...Figure 98 Cable routing 12 x 3 5 inch drive backplane 1 Drive backplane 2 SATA A cable 3 SATA B cable 4 System board 5 Cable guiding latch 6 SATA C cable Installing and removing system components 141 ...

Page 142: ...e Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system 3 Remove all the drives 4 Disconnect all the cables from the rear drive backplane Steps 1 Using Phillips 2 screwdriver loosen the screws that secure the drive cage to the system 2 Pull and hold the screws to lift the drive cage away from the system 142 Ins...

Page 143: ...ear drive cage Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Align the screws on the drive cage with the screw holes on the system chassis 2 Lower the drive cage into the system until it is firmly seated and the screws locks into place 3 Using Phillips 2 screwdriver tighten the screws Installing and removing system components 143 ...

Page 144: ...ystem battery Prerequisites WARNING 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 For more information see the safety information that shipped with your system 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your...

Page 145: ...ow the procedure listed in After working inside your system 4 While booting press F2 to enter the System Setup and ensure that the battery is operating properly 5 Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup Time and Date fields 6 Exit the System Setup Optional internal USB memory key An optional USB memory key installed inside your system can be used as a boot device security key or mass s...

Page 146: ... system detects the USB memory key Optical drive optional Optical drives retrieve and store data on optical discs such as CD and DVD Optical drives can be categorized into two basic types optical disc readers and optical disc writers Removing the optical drive Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your syst...

Page 147: ...drive Installing the optical drive Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Align the optical drive with the optical drive slot on the front of the system 2 Slide in the optical drive until the release tab snaps into place Installing and removing system components 147 ...

Page 148: ...e Technical specifications section CAUTION If two PSUs are installed both the PSUs must have the same type of label For example Extended Power Performance EPP label Mixing PSUs from previous generations of PowerEdge servers is not supported even if the PSUs have the same power rating Mixing PSUs will result in mismatch condition or failure to turn the system on NOTE When two identical PSUs are ins...

Page 149: ...ant PSU is switched to the active state If the load on the active PSU falls below 20 percent then the redundant PSU is switched to the sleep state You can configure the hot spare feature by using the iDRAC settings For more information about iDRAC settings see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User s Guide available at Dell com idracmanuals Removing a power supply unit blank Prerequisit...

Page 150: ...stem needs one power supply unit PSU for normal operation On power redundant systems remove and replace only one PSU at a time in a system that is powered on 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Disconnect the power cable from the power source and from the PSU you intend to remove and then remove the cable from the strap on the PSU handle 3 Unlatch and lift the optional c...

Page 151: ...s 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 For systems that support redundant PSU ensure that both the PSUs are of the same type and have the same maximum output power NOTE The maximum output power shown in watts is listed on the PSU label Step Slide the PSU into the system until the PSU is fully seated and the release latch snaps into place Installing and removing system com...

Page 152: ... may not occur until discovery is complete Wait until the new PSU is discovered and enabled before you remove the other PSU The PSU status indicator turns green to signify that the PSU is functioning properly Removing a non redundant cabled AC power supply unit Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your sys...

Page 153: ...ndant cabled AC power supply unit Installing a non redundant cabled AC power supply unit Prerequisite 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Unpack the new power supply unit PSU 2 Slide the new PSU into the PSU cage until the PSU is fully seated 3 Using Phillips 2 screwdriver tighten the screw to secure the PSU to the system Installing and removing system components 1...

Page 154: ...must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the product CAUTION The system needs one PSU for normal operation On power redundant systems remove and replace only one PSU at a time in a system that is powered on 1 Follow the safety guidel...

Page 155: ...at you secure the wires with the strap to the PSU handle 4 Connect the wires to a DC power source NOTE When installing hot swapping or hot adding a new PSU wait for 15 seconds for the system to recognize the PSU and determine its status The PSU status indicator turns green to signify that the PSU is functioning properly Wiring instructions for a DC power supply unit Your system supports up to two ...

Page 156: ... covered by your warranty Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the product Steps 1 Strip the insulation from the end of the green or yellow wire exposing approximately 4 5 mm 0 175 inch of copper wire 2 Using a hand crimping tool Tyco Electronics 58433 3 or equivalent crimp the ring tongue terminal Jeeson Terminals Inc R5 4SA or equivalent to the green and yellow wire safety grou...

Page 157: ...e power supply units PSUs to the system board The PIB is only supported in systems with redundant PSUs Removing power interposer board Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system 3 Remove the air shroud 4 Disconnect all the cables connected to the system board 5 Remove the PSU CAUTION To prevent damag...

Page 158: ...r board Installing power interposer board Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Align the slots on the PIB with the hook on the PSU cage and slide it into place 2 Using Phillips 2 screwdriver tighten the screw to secure the PIB to the system 3 Route the cables and connect it to the system board 158 Installing and removing system components ...

Page 159: ...r Your system supports Left control panel Left control panel contains status LEDs system ID button and iDRAC Quick Sync 2 optional Right control panel Right control panel contains power button USB 2 0 ports VGA port micro USB for iDRAC Direct and status LED for iDRAC Direct Removing the left control panel Prerequisites 1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions 2 Follow the proce...

Page 160: ...s remove the left control panel assembly away from the system Next step Install the left control panel Related link Installing the left control panel Installing the left control panel Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Route the control panel cable through the side wall of the system 2 Align the left control panel assembly with the control panel slot on...

Page 161: ...efore working inside your system NOTE Ensure that you note the routing of the cables as you remove them from the system board You must route the cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped 3 Remove the internal PERC riser Steps 1 Pull the cable latch and disconnect the control panel cable from the system board connector 2 Using Phillips 1 screwdriver r...

Page 162: ...delines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Route the control panel cable through the side wall of the system 2 Align the right control panel assembly with the control panel slot on the system and attach the control panel assembly to the system 3 Connect the control panel cable to the system board and secure it using cable latch 4 Using Phillips 1 screwdriver tighten the screws to secure the rig...

Page 163: ...ou may be prompted to create a recovery key during program or System Setup Be sure to create and safely store this recovery key If you replace this system board you must supply the recovery key when you restart your system or program before you can access the encrypted data on your drives CAUTION Do not attempt to remove the TPM plug in module from the system board Once the TPM plug in module is i...

Page 164: ...ules and memory module blanks j LOM riser card k Drive cage rear if applicable 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 CAUTION Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module processor or other components 2 Using Phillips 2 screwdriver remove nine screws securing th...

Page 165: ...ard Removing the optional IDSDM or vFlash card Removing a processor and heat sink module Removing a memory module Removing the LOM riser card Removing the rear drive cage Installing the system board Installing the system board Prerequisite Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions Steps 1 Unpack the new system board assembly CAUTION Do not lift the system board by holding a memory...

Page 166: ...e is provided for all system board replacements where a TPM plug in module was installed 2 Replace the following a Internal PERC riser b Internal USB key if applicable c USB 3 0 module if applicable d IDSDM vFlash module card e All expansion cards and risers f Processors and heat sink modules g Processors blanks if applicable h Memory modules and memory module blanks i LOM riser card j Air shroud ...

Page 167: ...ure allows you to restore your service tag license UEFI configuration and the system configuration data after replacing the system board All data is backed up in a backup flash device automatically If BIOS detects a new system board and the service tag in the backup flash device BIOS prompts the user to restore the backup information Below is a list of options available Restore the service tag lic...

Page 168: ...odule being installed Ensure that you download and install the latest BIOS firmware on your system Ensure that the BIOS is configured to enable UEFI boot mode Steps 1 Locate the TPM connector on the system board NOTE To locate the TPM connector on the system board see the System board jumpers and connectors section 2 Press to hold the module down and remove the screw using the security Torx 8 bit ...

Page 169: ... 1 2 for TXT users 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 Pre boot Measurements 4 From the TPM Command option select Activate 5 Save the settings 6 Restart your system 7 Enter System Setup again 8 On the System Setup Main Menu screen click System BIOS ...

Page 170: ...he failed device s View status messages that inform you if tests are completed successfully View error messages that inform you of problems encountered during testing Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from Boot Manager Run the Embedded System Diagnostics ePSA if your system does not boot 1 When the system is booting press F11 2 Use the up arrow and down arrow keys to select System Utilities ...

Page 171: ...etected devices Results Displays the results of all tests that are run System health Provides the current overview of the system performance Event log Displays a time stamped log of the results of all tests run on the system This is displayed if at least one event description is recorded Using system diagnostics 171 ...

Page 172: ...escribes 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 Topics System board jumpers and connectors System board jumper settings Disabling forgotten password 8 172 Jumpers and connectors ...

Page 173: ...onnectors Item Connector Description 1 FAN6 Cooling fan 6 connector 2 CPU1 Processor socket 1 3 CPU1_PWR_CONN P2 CPU1 power connector 4 J_INTRU Intrusion switch connector 5 J_BP_SIG1 Backplane signal connector 1 6 LFT_CP_CONN Left control panel connector 7 J_SATA_B1 Internal SATA B connector Jumpers and connectors 173 ...

Page 174: ...USB_3 0 USB connector 20 NVRAM_CLR Clear NVRAM 21 PWRD_EN Reset BIOS password 22 SLOT6 PCIe slot 6 23 SLOT5 PCIe slot 5 24 SLOT4 PCIe slot 4 25 J_TPM_MODULE TPM module connector 26 J_BP_SIG0 Backplane signal connector 27 J_MEZZ_A1 LOM riser card connector 28 BATTERY Battery connector 29 PCIE_G3_X16 CPU1 Riser 1 connector 30 A6 A5 A10 A4 A9 A7 A1 A8 A2 A3 Memory module sockets 31 B3 B2 B1 B4 B5 B6 ...

Page 175: ... instructions that are shipped with your product Steps 1 Turn off the system including any attached peripherals and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet 2 Remove the system cover 3 Move the jumper on the system board jumper from pins 2 and 4 to pins 4 and 6 4 Install the system cover The existing passwords are not disabled erased until the system boots with the jumper on pins 4 and 6 H...

Page 176: ...he various support categories is displayed 4 For general support a Select your product category b Select your product segment c Select your product The support page that lists the various support categories is displayed 5 For contact details of Dell Global Technical Support a Click Global Technical Support b The Contact Technical Support page is displayed with details to call chat or e mail the De...

Page 177: ...g up a SupportAssist application in your IT environment you can receive the following benefits Automated issue detection SupportAssist monitors your Dell devices and automatically detects hardware issues both proactively and predictively Automated case creation When an issue is detected SupportAssist automatically opens a support case with Dell Technical Support Automated diagnostic collection Sup...

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