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Dell EMC PowerEdge R440 Service Manual

Dell EMC PowerEdge R440
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Dell EMC PowerEdge R440
Installation and Service Manual
Regulatory Model: E45S Series
Regulatory Type: E45S001

Table of Contents

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Dell EMC PowerEdge R440 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form Factor1U rack server
Network Interface2 x 1GbE LOM
Memory Slots16 DIMM slots
Operating System SupportWindows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi
ProcessorUp to 2 x Intel Xeon Scalable processors
MemoryUp to 1TB DDR4 ECC RDIMM, speeds up to 2666MT/s
Drive BaysUp to 10 x 2.5" or 4 x 3.5" SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD)
Power Supply750W
RAID ControllerPERC H330, H730P, H740P
ChipsetIntel C620
Expansion Slots3 x PCIe 3.0 slots

Summary

Dell EMC PowerEdge R440 Overview

Front View of the System

Displays the features available on the front of the system, including drive slots and control panels.

Left Control Panel View

Status LED Indicators

Indicates the status of the system, including hardware health and activity.

Right Control Panel View

iDRAC Quick Sync 2 Indicator Codes

Describes iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicator behavior for status and troubleshooting.

Back View of the System

NIC Indicator Codes

Explains NIC link and activity LED status for network connectivity.

Power Supply Unit Indicator Codes

Explains PSU status indicator lights for power presence and faults.

Drive Indicator Codes

Explains drive activity and status LED indicators for drive health.

LCD Panel

Setup Menu

Configure BIOS, iDRAC, and device settings via the LCD panel.

View Menu

View system properties such as IP, MAC, name, power, and temperature.

Documentation Resources

Setting Up Your System

Links to documentation for system installation and rack mounting.

Configuring Your System

Links to documentation for iDRAC and remote system management.

Managing Your System

Links to documentation for Dell system management software.

Technical Specifications

System Dimensions

Provides physical dimensions of the PowerEdge R440 system.

Chassis Weight

Details the maximum weight of the system with drives.

Processor Specifications

Specifies supported processor types and configurations.

PSU Specifications

Lists supported AC or DC power supply units (PSUs).

Memory Specifications

Details memory module support, capacity, and frequencies.

Ports and Connectors Specifications

Details system ports, including USB, NIC, serial, and VGA.

Environmental Specifications

Outlines operating temperature, humidity, and vibration limits.

Standard Operating Temperature

Specifies normal operating temperature ranges for the system.

Expanded Operating Temperature

Details extended operating temperature ranges and limitations.

Thermal Restriction Matrix

Shows thermal limits based on CPU TDP, core count, and ambient temperature.

Initial System Setup and Configuration

Setting Up Your System

Provides a step-by-step guide for initial system setup.

iDRAC Configuration

Details iDRAC setup and configuration procedures.

Log In to iDRAC

Instructions for accessing and logging into the iDRAC interface.

Methods to Download Firmware and Drivers

Explains various methods to obtain system firmware and drivers.

Downloading Drivers and Firmware

Steps to download the latest drivers and firmware from Dell's support site.

Installing and Removing System Components

Safety Instructions

General safety precautions for handling server components.

Recommended Tools

Lists the necessary tools for component removal and installation.

Removing the Front Bezel

Steps to remove the optional front bezel from the system.

Removing the System Cover

Steps to remove the system cover for internal access.

Removing the Backplane Cover

Steps to remove the backplane cover.

Removing the Air Shroud

Steps to remove the air shroud for component access.

Removing Cooling Fan

Steps to remove a cooling fan from the system.

Internal PERC Riser

Describes the internal PERC riser for storage performance.

Removing Internal PERC Riser

Steps to remove the internal PERC riser assembly.

Removing PERC card from internal PERC riser

Steps to remove a PERC card from its riser.

Intrusion Switch

Function of the chassis intrusion switch for security.

Removing Intrusion Switch

Steps to remove the chassis intrusion switch.

Drives

Overview of hot-swappable drive carriers and installation.

Removing a Drive Blank

Steps to remove a drive blank from the drive slot.

Removing a 2.5 inch drive from a 3.5 inch drive adapter

Steps to remove a 2.5-inch drive from its 3.5-inch adapter.

Removing a 3.5 inch drive adapter from a 3.5 inch drive carrier

Steps to remove a 3.5-inch drive adapter from its carrier.

Removing a Hard Drive

Steps to remove a hard drive from the system.

System Memory

Overview of DDR4 RDIMM and LRDIMM support.

Removing a Memory Module

Steps to remove a memory module from its socket.

Processors and Heat Sinks

Role of processors and heat sinks for system operation.

Removing a Processor and Heat Sink Module

Steps to remove a processor and heat sink module.

Expansion Cards and Expansion Card Risers

Explains expansion card functionality and riser types.

Removing Expansion Card from the Expansion Card Riser

Steps to remove an expansion card from its riser.

Installing Expansion Card into the Expansion Card Riser

Steps to install an expansion card into its riser.

Removing an Expansion Card Riser

Steps to remove an expansion card riser.

Optional IDSDM or vFlash Card

Functionality of the IDSDM/vFlash card.

Removing the MicroSD Card

Steps to remove a MicroSD card from the module.

Removing the Optional IDSDM or vFlash Card

Steps to remove the optional IDSDM or vFlash card.

LOM Riser Card

Describes the LOM riser card for network connectivity.

Removing the LOM Riser Card

Steps to remove the LOM riser card.

Hard Drive Backplane

Supported hard drive backplane options.

Removing the Hard Drive Backplane

Steps to remove the hard drive backplane.

System Battery

Function of the system battery for low-level functions.

Replacing the System Battery

Steps to replace the system battery.

Optional Internal USB Memory Key

Functionality of the optional internal USB memory key.

Replacing Optional Internal USB Memory Key

Steps to replace the optional internal USB memory key.

Removing the Optical Drive

Steps to remove the optical drive from the system.

Power Supply Units

Overview of supported power supply units (PSUs).

Removing a Power Supply Unit Blank

Steps to remove a power supply unit blank.

Removing a Power Supply Unit

Steps to remove a power supply unit from the system.

Removing a Non-redundant Cabled AC Power Supply Unit

Steps to remove a non-redundant cabled AC power supply unit.

Power Interposer Board

Describes the power interposer board and its function.

Removing Power Interposer Board

Steps to remove the power interposer board.

System Board

Role and function of the system board (motherboard).

Removing the System Board

Steps to remove the system board from the chassis.

Trusted Platform Module

Defines the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) and its purpose.

Replacing the Trusted Platform Module

Steps to replace the Trusted Platform Module.

Pre-Operating System Management Applications

Options to Manage the Pre-Operating System Applications

Lists options for managing system settings before OS boot.

System Setup

Configure BIOS, iDRAC, and device settings via the setup utility.

System BIOS

Access and configure BIOS settings like boot order and passwords.

System Information

View system properties like Service Tag, model name, and BIOS version.

Memory Settings

View and configure system memory settings.

Processor Settings

View and configure processor settings like virtualization and speed.

SATA Settings

View and configure SATA device settings and RAID modes.

Boot Settings

Set the system's boot mode (BIOS/UEFI) and boot order.

Choosing System Boot Mode

Selects between BIOS and UEFI boot modes for OS installation.

Network Settings

Configure UEFI PXE, iSCSI, and HTTP boot settings.

Integrated Devices

Configure integrated devices like video controller and USB ports.

Serial Communication

View and configure serial communication port properties.

System Profile Settings

Configure system performance settings and power management.

System Security

Set system passwords and security features.

Creating a System and Setup Password

Steps to create system and setup passwords.

Deleting or Changing System and Setup Password

Steps to delete or change existing system and setup passwords.

Redundant OS Control

Configure redundant OS settings for recovery.

Miscellaneous Settings

Update asset tag, system date, and time.

iDRAC Settings Utility

Configure iDRAC parameters using UEFI.

Device Settings

Configure device parameters.

Dell Lifecycle Controller

Advanced system deployment, configuration, and update features.

Boot Manager

Select boot options and diagnostic utilities.

Using System Diagnostics

Dell Embedded System Diagnostics

Overview of ePSA diagnostics for system hardware testing.

Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from Boot Manager

Instructions to run diagnostics from Boot Manager.

Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from the Dell Lifecycle Controller

Instructions to run diagnostics from the Lifecycle Controller.

System Diagnostic Controls

Controls and views for system diagnostics, including results and logs.

Jumpers and Connectors

System Board Jumpers and Connectors

Identifies system board jumpers, switches, and connectors.

System Board Jumper Settings

Details jumper configurations for BIOS settings.

Disabling Forgotten Password

Steps to disable forgotten system and setup passwords using a jumper.

Getting Help

Contacting Dell

Provides options for contacting Dell technical support and sales.

Documentation Feedback

How to provide feedback on the manual's content.

Accessing System Information by Using QRL

Using Quick Resource Locator (QRL) to access system information.

Receiving Automated Support with SupportAssist

Overview of Dell SupportAssist for automated technical support.

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