Dell EMC PowerEdge R540 - LCD Panel

Power indicator codes Condition
CAUTION: If two PSUs are used, they must be of the same type and have the same
maximum output power.
CAUTION: Combining AC and DC PSUs is not supported and triggers a mismatch.
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 also be used to congure or view the system’s iDRAC IP address. For information about the event and error
messages generated by the system rmware and agents that monitor system components, see the Error Code Lookup page, at
qrl.dell.com.
The LCD panel is available only on the optional front bezel. The optional front 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 o.
• When the system turns o and there are no errors, LCD enters the standby mode after ve 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 Getting help.
• The LCD backlight remains o if LCD messaging is turned o using the iDRAC utility, the LCD panel, or other tools.
Figure 15. LCD panel features
Table 16. 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.
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