Dell 4100 User Manual

Dell
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PowerEdge
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4100/180 and 4100/200 Systems
USER’S GUIDE
Model SME
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Dell 4100 Specifications

General

Brand	Dell
Model	4100
Category	Server
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to Dell PowerEdge Systems

System Features Overview

Details the major hardware and software capabilities of the computer system.

Safety Instructions for System Operation

Safe Computer Usage Guidelines

Safety precautions to observe when using the computer system.

Using the Dell Server Assistant CD

Booting the Server Assistant CD

Instructions on how to start the system using the Server Assistant CD.

Navigating the CD Main Menu

Running System Utilities from CD

Creating System Diskettes

Steps to create bootable diskettes for system utilities and drivers.

Chapter 1: Introduction to Dell PowerEdge Systems

Key System Features

Details the major hardware and software capabilities of the computer system.

Chapter 2: Using the Dell Server Assistant CD

Booting the Dell Server Assistant CD

Instructions on how to start the system using the Server Assistant CD.

Navigating the CD Main Menu Options

Configuring the System with CD Utilities

Running System Utilities from the CD

Creating System Support Diskettes

Procedures for creating bootable diskettes for system utilities and drivers.

Creating Utility Diskettes

Creating Operating System Support Diskettes

Installing Video Drivers for Windows NT

Instructions for installing video drivers for Windows NT.

Chapter 3: Installing and Configuring SCSI Drivers

Using the SCSISelect Utility

Utility for configuring SCSI controller settings and managing disks.

SCSISelect Default Settings Configuration

Basic Host Adapter Settings

Essential SCSI host adapter settings like ID and termination.

Configuring Boot Device Settings

Specifying the device from which the system should boot.

SCSI Device Configuration Parameters

Advanced Host Adapter Settings

Starting the SCSISelect Utility Program

Procedure to launch the SCSISelect utility during system boot.

Using SCSI Disk Utilities

Tools for formatting and verifying SCSI disk media.

Windows NT SCSI Driver Installation and Configuration

Installing SCSI Drivers for Windows NT

Guide to installing and updating SCSI drivers for Windows NT.

Performing a Windows NT 3.51 Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing Windows NT 3.51 with SCSI drivers.

Updating SCSI Drivers in Windows NT

Procedure to install or update SCSI drivers within an existing Windows NT.

Removing a SCSI Host Adapter

Swapping a SCSI Host Adapter

Troubleshooting Windows NT SCSI Issues

Novell NetWare SCSI Driver Installation and Configuration

Installing SCSI Drivers for Novell NetWare

Guide to installing SCSI drivers for NetWare 3.12 and 4.x.

Installing the Adaptec EZ-SCSI Utility

Steps to install the EZ-SCSI utility for Adaptec SCSI controllers.

Calculating the SCSI Slot Number

Method to determine host adapter slot numbers for driver loading.

Installing NetWare and SCSI Drivers

Installing NetWare and the aic7870.dsk driver simultaneously.

Updating NetWare SCSI Drivers

Optimizing SCSI Performance in NetWare

Troubleshooting NetWare SCSI Driver Issues

Using the System Setup Program

Entering the System Setup Program

Instructions on how to access the system configuration utility.

Main Menu Categories Overview

Configuring the Boot Sequence

Setting the order in which the system attempts to boot devices.

Security Menu Categories and Password Features

Overview of security settings including supervisor and user passwords.

Setting and Managing Supervisor Passwords

Procedures for assigning, changing, or deleting supervisor passwords.

Setting and Managing User Passwords

Procedures for assigning, changing, or deleting user passwords.

Disabling a Forgotten Password

Understanding System Password Options

Chapter 5: Using the EISA Configuration Utility

Configuring Expansion Cards (EISA, ISA, PCI)

Instructions for configuring EISA, ISA, and PCI expansion cards.

System Board Options Configuration

How to Run the EISA Configuration Utility

Instructions for starting and operating the EISA Configuration Utility.

When to Run the EISA Configuration Utility

Adding or Removing Expansion Boards

Viewing and Editing System Details

Saving Configuration Changes and Exiting

Accessing the Advanced Menu Options

Resolving Resource Conflicts

Managing Supervisor Passwords via EISA Utility

Managing User Passwords via EISA Utility

Chapter 6: Installing SCSI Hard-Disk Drives

Installing SCSI Hard-Disk Drives in Internal Bays

Procedure for installing SCSI drives into the internal drive bays.

SCSI Hard-Disk Drive Configuration

Removing and Installing SCSI Hard Disk Drives

Steps for removing and installing SCSI hard disk drives.

Hot-Swapping SCSI Hard Disk Drives

Procedure for removing/installing drives while the system is running.

Configuring the Boot Device for SCSI Drives

Setting up the system to boot from a SCSI hard-disk drive.

Partitioning and Formatting SCSI Hard Disk Drives

Appendix C: Maintaining the System

Data Preservation and Backup Scheduling

Cleaning System Components and Exteriors

Power Source Interruptions and Protection

Appendix E: Warranties and Return Policy

Limited Three-Year Warranty (U.S. Only)

Warranty terms and conditions for US customers.

Warranty Coverage Details (Year 1)

Warranty Coverage Details (Years 2 & 3)

General Warranty Disclaimers and Conditions

Limited Three-Year Warranty (Canada Only)

Warranty terms and conditions for Canadian customers.

Total Satisfaction Return Policy