LCD panel
The LCD panel provides system information, status, and error messages to indicate if the system is functioning correctly or requires
attention. The LCD panel can be used to configure or view the system’s iDRAC IP address. For more information about error messages, see
the
Dell Event and Error Messages Reference Guide
at
Dell.com/openmanagemanuals
>
OpenManage software
.
The LCD panel is available only on the optional LCD bezel. The optional LCD bezel is hot pluggable.
The statuses and conditions of the LCD panel are outlined here:
•
The LCD backlight is white during normal operating conditions.
•
When the system needs attention, the LCD backlight turns amber, and displays an error code followed by descriptive text.
NOTE:
If the system is connected to a power source and an error is detected, the LCD turns amber regardless of whether
the system is turned on or off.
•
When the system turns off and there are no errors, LCD enters the standby mode after five minutes of inactivity. Press any button on
the LCD to turn it on.
•
If the LCD panel stops responding, remove the bezel and reinstall it. If the problem persists, see the Getting help section.
•
The LCD backlight remains off if LCD messaging is turned off using the iDRAC utility, the LCD panel, or other tools.
Figure 12. LCD panel features
Table 14. LCD panel features
Item
Button or display
Description
1
Left
Moves the cursor back in one-step increments.
2
Select
Selects the menu item highlighted 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.
Viewing Home screen
The
Home
screen displays user-configurable information about the system. This screen is displayed during normal system operation when
there are no status messages or errors. When the system turns off and there are no errors, LCD enters the standby mode after five
minutes of inactivity. Press any button on the LCD to turn it on.
1
To view the
Home
screen, press one of the three navigation buttons (Select, Left, or Right).
2
To navigate to the
Home
screen from another menu, complete the following steps:
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