Right control panel view
Figure 3. Right control panel view
1. Power button
2. USB 2.0 port (2)
3. iDRAC Direct port
4. iDRAC Direct LED
5. VGA port
NOTE: For more information on the ports, see Technical Specications.
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 congure or view the system’s iDRAC IP address. For more information about error
messages, see the Event and Error Message Reference Guide for 14th Generation Dell EMC PowerEdge Servers at Dell.com/qrl.
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 4. LCD panel features
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