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Dell EMC PowerEdge T40 User Manual

Dell EMC PowerEdge T40
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Dell EMC PowerEdge T40
Installation and Service Manual
Regulatory Model: D24M Series
Regulatory Type: D24M003

Table of Contents

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Dell EMC PowerEdge T40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel C246
Maximum Memory64 GB
Memory Slots4 DIMM slots
Network ControllerIntel I219-LM
Form FactorTower
Processor OptionsIntel Pentium Gold G5420, Intel Core i3-9100
Processor Cores4
Processor Threads4
Memory TypeDDR4 UDIMM
Memory8 GB
Maximum Internal Storage16 TB
Storage ControllerIntel AHCI 6Gb/s SATA
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10 (with PERC H330)
Drive Bays4 x 3.5" Cabled HDD
Expansion Slots1 x PCIe 3.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 3.0 x4, 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1
Network1 x 1GbE
Dimensions (H x W x D)17.5 cm x 45.4 cm
Operating System SupportWindows Server 2019, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
Power Supply300W

Summary

About this document

PowerEdge T40 system overview

Front view of the system

Illustrates and describes the components visible on the front panel of the system.

Rear view of the system

Illustrates and describes the ports and connectors on the rear panel of the system.

Inside view of the system

Provides a visual overview of the internal components and their layout within the system.

Locating the information tag of your system

Explains how to find the system's unique identification information, such as Service Tag.

System Information Label

Details the electrical and mechanical layout of the system board and its components.

Initial system setup and configuration

Setting up your system

Provides step-by-step instructions for unpacking, connecting, and powering on the system.

Options to install the operating system

Lists resources and methods for installing a supported operating system on the system.

Methods to download firmware and drivers

Explains how to download and install the latest BIOS, drivers, and system management firmware.

Pre-operating system management applications

Options to manage the pre-operating system applications

Outlines the available options for managing the system before the operating system loads.

System Setup

Details how to configure BIOS settings and device settings for system management.

Viewing System Setup

Provides instructions on how to access and navigate the System Setup utility.

Boot menu

Explains how to use the one-time boot menu for selecting boot devices and running diagnostics.

Navigation keys

Lists the keyboard keys used for navigating within the System Setup utility.

System Setup options

Describes various configuration options available within the System Setup utility.

System configuration

Details settings for integrated NIC, serial port, SATA operation, and drive configurations.

Date/Time

Explains how to set the system's date and time within the BIOS.

Memory Map IO above 4 GB

Allows enabling or disabling memory mapping above 4 GB.

Audio

Enables or disables the audio feature and internal speaker.

Miscellaneous devices

Covers enabling or disabling various on-board devices, including PCI slots.

Video

Details settings for multi-display features and primary display controller selection.

Security

Covers password settings, configuration, bypass options, and TPM security.

TPM 2.0 Security

Manages Trusted Platform Module (TPM) settings like visibility, bypass, and attestation.

Chassis Intrusion

Controls the chassis intrusion detection feature.

OROM Keyboard Access

Enables or disables the OROM keyboard access.

Admin Setup Lockout

Prevents users from entering Setup when an Admin password is set.

Master Password Lockout

Prevents users from entering Setup when a Master password is set.

SMM Security Mitigation

Enables or disables additional UEFI SMM security mitigation protections.

Secure Boot

Manages Secure Boot settings, including deployment mode and key management.

Performance

Configures processor performance features like multi-core support, SpeedStep, C-States, and TurboBoost.

Power management

Sets system response to AC power restoration and controls Intel Speed Shift Technology.

POST behavior

Configures NumLock LED, keyboard error reporting, BIOS POST delay, and warning/error handling.

Manageability

Covers Intel AMT capability, USB provisioning, and MEBx hotkey settings.

Virtualization support

Enables or disables VT for Direct I/O and Trusted Execution for virtualization.

Maintenance

Covers service tag, asset tag, SERR messages, BIOS downgrade, data wipe, and recovery options.

System Logs

Allows viewing and clearing system event logs.

Advanced Configurations

Configures ASPM power management levels and PCIe link speeds.

Updating the BIOS

Provides instructions for updating the system BIOS via various methods.

Updating BIOS on systems with BitLocker enabled

Details precautions for updating BIOS when BitLocker is enabled to prevent data loss.

Updating your system BIOS using a USB flash drive

Guides on how to update the system BIOS using a bootable USB flash drive.

Flashing the BIOS from the F12 One-Time boot menu

Explains how to flash the BIOS using the F12 one-time boot menu with a USB key.

System and setup password

Covers setting and managing system passwords for security.

Assigning a system setup password

Provides steps to assign or change a system and/or setup password.

Deleting or changing an existing system setup password

Details how to delete or modify existing system and setup passwords.

PXE boot

Explains how to use the Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) for remote system configuration.

Installing and removing system components

Safety instructions

Outlines critical safety precautions to be followed before and during system servicing.

Before working inside your system

Lists prerequisites and steps to prepare the system before performing internal maintenance.

After working inside your system

Lists steps to complete after internal maintenance and before powering on the system.

Recommended tools

Lists the necessary tools required for performing hardware removal and installation procedures.

System cover

Details the procedures for removing and installing the system's outer cover.

Removing the system cover

Provides step-by-step instructions for safely removing the system cover.

Installing the system cover

Provides step-by-step instructions for correctly reinstalling the system cover.

Front bezel

Covers the procedures for removing and installing the front bezel of the system.

Removing the front bezel

Details the steps required to detach and remove the front bezel.

Installing the front bezel

Provides instructions on how to properly attach and secure the front bezel.

Hard drives

Guides on removing and installing drive carriers and the drives themselves.

Removing a drive carrier from the drive bay

Explains how to safely remove a drive carrier from its bay.

Installing a drive carrier into the drive bay

Provides instructions for inserting a drive carrier into the system's drive bay.

Removing a drive from the drive carrier

Details the steps for removing a hard drive from its carrier.

Installing a drive into the drive carrier

Provides instructions for installing a hard drive into its carrier.

PSU assembly

Covers the procedures for opening and closing the power supply unit (PSU) assembly.

Opening the PSU assembly

Details how to release and open the power supply unit assembly.

Closing the PSU assembly

Provides instructions for securely closing the power supply unit assembly.

Power supply unit

Guides on removing and installing the system's power supply unit.

Removing the power supply unit

Details the steps for safely disconnecting and removing the power supply unit.

Installing the power supply unit

Provides instructions for inserting and securing the power supply unit.

Expansion cards

Covers the removal and installation of expansion cards.

Removing the Expansion card

Details the procedure for safely removing an expansion card from its slot.

Installing the expansion card

Provides instructions for inserting and securing an expansion card into its slot.

Memory module

Covers system memory guidelines and procedures for installing/removing memory modules.

System memory guidelines

Provides rules and recommendations for installing memory modules for optimal performance.

Removing a memory module

Details the steps for safely removing a memory module from its socket.

Installing a memory module

Provides instructions for inserting a memory module into its socket correctly.

System battery

Covers the procedure for replacing the system battery.

Replacing the system battery

Details the steps for safely removing and installing the system's CMOS battery.

Optical drive

Covers the removal and installation of the optical drive.

Removing the optical drive

Details the steps for safely disconnecting and removing the optical drive.

Installing the optical drive

Provides instructions for inserting and securing the optical drive.

Speaker

Covers the removal and installation of the system speaker.

Removing speaker

Details the steps for safely disconnecting and removing the system speaker.

Installing the speaker

Provides instructions for inserting and connecting the system speaker.

System fan

Covers the removal and installation of system fans.

Removing system fan

Details the steps for safely disconnecting and removing the system fan.

Installing system fan

Provides instructions for inserting and securing the system fan.

Intrusion switch

Covers the removal and installation of the chassis intrusion switch.

Removing intrusion switch

Details the steps for safely disconnecting and removing the intrusion switch.

Installing intrusion switch

Provides instructions for inserting and connecting the intrusion switch.

Processor and heatsink

Covers the removal and installation of the processor and its heatsink module.

Removing heat sink module

Details the steps for safely disconnecting and removing the processor heatsink module.

Removing the processor

Details the steps for safely removing the processor from its socket.

Installing the processor

Provides instructions for correctly installing the processor into its socket.

Installing heat sink module

Provides instructions for applying thermal grease and installing the heatsink module.

System board

Covers the removal and installation of the system board.

Removing the system board

Details the steps for safely disconnecting and removing the system board.

Installing the system board

Provides instructions for correctly installing the system board.

Entering the System Service Tag by using the Service Menu

Guides on entering the system service tag via the Service Menu after board replacement.

Entering the system Service Tag by using System Setup

Explains how to enter the system service tag using the System Setup utility.

Control panel

Covers the removal and installation of the system's control panel.

Removing the control panel

Details the steps for safely disconnecting and removing the control panel.

Installing the control panel

Provides instructions for inserting and securing the control panel.

Power button module

Covers the removal and installation of the power button module.

Removing power button module

Details the steps for safely disconnecting and removing the power button module.

Installing power button module

Provides instructions for inserting and securing the power button module.

Jumpers and connectors

System board jumpers and connectors

Illustrates and identifies the various jumpers and connectors on the system board.

System board jumper settings

Details the settings and functions of system board jumpers.

Disabling forgotten password

Explains how to use a jumper to clear system and setup passwords.

Technical specifications

Chassis dimensions

Provides the physical dimensions of the system chassis.

System weight

Lists the weight specifications for the system configuration.

Processor specifications

Details the supported processors, their models, and associated graphics capabilities.

Supported operating systems

Lists the operating systems supported by the PowerEdge T40 system.

PSU specifications

Provides details about the system's power supply unit, including wattage and specifications.

System fan specifications

Describes the system's cooling fans, including their location and quantity.

System battery specifications

Specifies the type and voltage of the system's battery.

Expansion card specifications

Details the types and number of expansion cards supported by the system.

Memory specifications

Outlines the supported DIMM types, capacities, and RAM configurations.

Storage controller specifications

Describes the storage controller capabilities, including software RAID support.

Drive specifications

Details the supported drive configurations and capacities.

Optical drives

Lists the types of optical drives supported by the system.

Ports and connectors specifications

Details the specifications for all system ports and connectors.

USB ports specifications

Specifies the number and type of USB ports on the front and rear panels.

NIC port specifications

Details the specifications for the Network Interface Controller (NIC) port.

Serial connector specifications

Describes the serial connector's specifications and compliance.

DisplayPort specifications

Specifies the number and location of DisplayPorts on the system.

Video specifications

Lists the video capabilities and supported graphics processors.

Environmental specifications

Provides information on environmental certifications and requirements.

Temperature specifications

Details the operating and storage temperature ranges for the system.

Relative humidity specifications

Specifies the acceptable ranges for relative humidity during operation and storage.

Maximum vibration specifications

Outlines the maximum vibration levels the system can withstand.

Maximum shock pulse specifications

Details the maximum shock pulse levels the system can tolerate.

Maximum altitude specifications

Specifies the maximum operating and storage altitudes for the system.

Operating temperature derating specifications

Describes temperature derating at higher altitudes.

Thermal restriction matrix

Provides a matrix of restrictions based on ambient temperature for components.

Particulate and gaseous contamination specifications

Details requirements for air filtration and protection against contamination.

System diagnostics and indicator codes

Front panel indicator codes

Describes the meaning of the front panel status indicators and their conditions.

NIC indicator codes

Details the link and activity indicators for the Network Interface Controller (NIC).

Power supply unit Built-in Self Test

Guides on performing the built-in self-test for the power supply unit.

Steps to confirm that power supply unit is defective

Provides steps to identify a potentially faulty power supply unit.

Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment — ePSA diagnostics

Introduces the ePSA diagnostics for hardware checks before the OS loads.

Running the ePSA Diagnostics

Provides instructions on how to initiate and run the ePSA diagnostic tests.

Diagnostics

Explains how power status lights indicate system status during diagnostics.

Diagnostic LED codes and Beep Codes

Lists diagnostic LED flash patterns and beep codes for troubleshooting.

Diagnostic error messages

Provides descriptions for various diagnostic error messages encountered during system startup.

System error messages

Lists and describes system error messages, including troubleshooting steps.

Getting help

Recycling or End-of-Life service information

Offers information on responsible disposal and recycling services for system components.

Uploading files to Dell Technical Support

Explains how to upload system reports and files to Dell Technical Support.

Contacting Dell

Provides information on how to contact Dell for sales and technical support.

Accessing system information by using QRL

Guides on using the Quick Resource Locator (QRL) for system information and support.

Documentation resources

Additional documentation resources for your system

Provides links and descriptions for further system documentation and resources.

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