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Dell EMC PowerEdge R730xd User Manual

Dell EMC PowerEdge R730xd
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Dell PowerEdge R730xd
Owner's Manual
Regulatory Model: E31S Series
Regulatory Type: E31S001
July 2021
Rev. A06

Table of Contents

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Dell EMC PowerEdge R730xd Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form Factor2U rack server
ManagementiDRAC8 with Lifecycle Controller
ProcessorIntel Xeon processor E5-2600 v4 product family; Intel Xeon processor E5-2600 v3 product family
RAID ControllerPERC H330, H730, H730P, H830
Power Supply495W, 750W, 1100W
Expansion SlotsUp to 7 x PCIe 3.0 slots: Up to 3 x full-height, full-length slots; Up to 4 x half-height, half-length slots
Operating System SupportMicrosoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware vSphere ESXi

Summary

Dell PowerEdge R730xd System Overview

Supported Configurations for the PowerEdge R730xd System

Details the various hardware configurations supported by the Dell PowerEdge R730xd.

Front Panel Components

Identifies and describes the components located on the front panel of the server.

Back Panel Features

Details the connectors and indicators present on the back panel of the server.

Diagnostic Indicators on the Front Panel

Explains the meaning of diagnostic indicators on the front panel of the system.

Locating System Service Tag

Provides instructions on how to find the system's service tag for support.

Documentation Resources

Additional Documentation Resources

Lists available documentation and resources for system setup and configuration.

Technical Specifications

Chassis Dimensions

Details the physical dimensions of the Dell PowerEdge R730xd system.

Chassis Weight

Specifies the maximum weight of the system with all hard drives or SSDs.

Processor Specifications

Outlines the supported processor types and families for the system.

PSU Specifications

Lists the types, capacities, and specifications of supported power supply units.

System Battery Specifications

Details the type of system battery supported by the PowerEdge R730xd.

Expansion Bus Specifications

Provides specifications for the PCI Express expansion card risers.

Memory Specifications

Details supported DIMM types, capacities, and bus frequencies.

Drive Specifications

Lists supported hard drive and SSD options for various system configurations.

Ports and Connectors Specifications

Details the system's USB, NIC, Serial, and VGA port specifications.

Video Specifications

Lists supported video resolutions, refresh rates, and color depths.

Environmental Specifications

Outlines temperature, humidity, vibration, shock, and altitude specifications.

Initial System Setup and Configuration

Setting Up Your System

Provides step-by-step instructions for setting up the server.

iDRAC Configuration and Setup

Details how to configure the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC).

Operating System Installation Options

Lists resources and methods for installing the operating system.

Downloading Firmware and Drivers

Explains methods for downloading system firmware and device drivers.

Managing Your System

Provides information on server management software.

Pre-Operating System Management Applications

System Setup Overview

Introduces system setup options like BIOS, iDRAC settings, and device configurations.

Viewing System Setup

Details the steps to access and navigate the System Setup utility.

System BIOS Settings

Explains the configuration options available within the System BIOS.

Boot Settings

Covers configuring boot modes (BIOS/UEFI) and boot order.

Network Settings Configuration

Details how to configure PXE device settings within the UEFI mode.

System Security Settings

Describes options for setting system passwords, TPM, and security features.

Memory Settings Configuration

Details options for viewing and configuring memory settings.

Processor Settings Configuration

Explains how to view and configure processor-related settings.

SATA Settings Configuration

Details how to configure SATA device settings and RAID.

Integrated Devices Configuration

Covers viewing and configuring integrated devices like video and USB ports.

Serial Communication Settings

Details serial port properties and configuration options.

System Profile Settings

Explains how to configure system performance and power management settings.

Miscellaneous Settings

Covers settings like system time, date, and asset tag.

iDRAC Settings Utility

Details how to configure iDRAC parameters using the UEFI utility.

Dell Lifecycle Controller

Provides information on system deployment, update, and maintenance capabilities.

Boot Manager

Enables selection of boot options and diagnostic utilities.

Installing and Removing System Components

Safety Instructions

Provides essential safety guidelines for handling system components.

Before Working Inside Your System

Outlines prerequisites and steps before performing internal system maintenance.

After Working Inside Your System

Details steps to follow after completing internal system maintenance.

Recommended Tools

Lists the tools required for component removal and installation.

Front Bezel (Optional)

Instructions for removing and installing the optional front bezel.

System Cover Removal and Installation

Provides procedures for removing and installing the system cover.

Inside the System Overview

Diagram illustrating the internal components of the system.

Cooling Shroud Removal and Installation

Procedures for removing and installing the system's cooling shroud.

Hard Drive Tray Assembly

Instructions for removing and installing the hard drive tray.

Cooling Fan Removal and Installation

Procedures for removing and installing individual cooling fans.

Cooling Fan Assembly Removal and Installation

Instructions for removing and installing the cooling fan assembly.

System Memory Installation Guidelines

Details on supported memory types and installation procedures.

Removing Memory Modules

Step-by-step guide for removing memory modules.

Installing Memory Modules

Step-by-step guide for installing memory modules.

Processors and Heat Sinks

Procedures for removing and installing processors and heat sinks.

PCIe Card Holder Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing the PCIe card holder.

Cable Retention Bracket Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing the cable retention bracket.

Integrated Storage Controller Card Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing the integrated storage controller card.

Expansion Cards and Expansion Card Risers

Details on supported expansion cards and installation guidelines.

IDSDM (Internal SD Module)

Information and procedures for the Internal Dual SD Module.

Network Daughter Card Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing the network daughter card.

Internal USB Memory Key Procedures

Instructions for replacing the optional internal USB memory key.

System Battery Replacement

Procedure for replacing the system's real-time clock battery.

Power Supply Units (PSU)

Details on supported PSUs and hot spare feature.

Removing and Installing PSU Blanks

Instructions for removing and installing power supply unit blanks.

AC Power Supply Unit Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing AC power supply units.

Wiring Instructions for DC Power Supply Unit

Details on DC power supply unit wiring and safety ground connections.

DC Power Supply Unit Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing DC power supply units.

System Board Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing the system board.

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Installation

Instructions for installing the Trusted Platform Module.

Hard Drive Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing hard drives and drive blanks.

Removing and Installing Hot-Swappable Drives

Procedures for removing and installing hot-swappable hard drives or SSDs.

Hard Drive Backplane Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing hard drive backplanes.

SD vFlash Card Procedures

Instructions for replacing the optional SD vFlash media card.

vFlash Media Unit Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing the vFlash media unit.

Control Panel Assembly Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing the control panel.

I/O Panel Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing the I/O panel.

Using System Diagnostics

Dell Embedded System Diagnostics

Overview of the ePSA diagnostics for system hardware testing.

Running Diagnostics from Boot Manager

Steps to launch diagnostics via the Boot Manager.

Running Diagnostics from Dell Lifecycle Controller

Steps to launch diagnostics via the Dell Lifecycle Controller.

System Diagnostic Controls

Describes the menus and functions within the diagnostic utility.

Jumpers and Connectors

System Board Jumper Settings

Explains the function of system board jumpers like PWRD_EN and NVRAM_CLR.

System Board Jumpers and Connectors Overview

Diagram and list of system board connectors and jumpers.

Disabling Forgotten Password

Procedure to disable system and setup passwords using the password jumper.

Troubleshooting Your System

Minimum Components for POST

Lists the essential components required for the system to complete POST.

Troubleshooting System Startup Failures

Guidance on resolving issues when the system stops responding during startup.

Troubleshooting External Connections

Steps to verify and troubleshoot external device connections.

Troubleshooting the Video Subsystem

Steps to diagnose issues with the system's video output.

Troubleshooting USB Devices

Steps to troubleshoot problems with USB peripherals.

Troubleshooting iDRAC Direct - USB XML Configuration

Steps for troubleshooting USB storage device and system configuration.

Troubleshooting iDRAC Direct - Laptop Connection

Steps for resolving issues with iDRAC Direct laptop connectivity.

Troubleshooting Serial Input/Output Devices

Steps to diagnose problems with serial port devices.

Troubleshooting NIC Issues

Steps to diagnose problems with network interface controllers.

Troubleshooting a Wet System

Procedure for handling a system exposed to liquid.

Troubleshooting a Damaged System

Steps to follow when troubleshooting a physically damaged system.

Troubleshooting the System Battery

Steps to diagnose issues related to the system battery.

Troubleshooting Power Supply Units (PSUs)

Guidance for troubleshooting power source and PSU problems.

Troubleshooting Cooling Problems

Steps to diagnose and resolve system cooling issues.

Troubleshooting Cooling Fans

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with system cooling fans.

Troubleshooting System Memory

Steps to diagnose and resolve system memory issues.

Troubleshooting an Internal USB Key

Steps to troubleshoot issues with an internal USB key.

Troubleshooting a Micro SD Card

Steps to troubleshoot issues with a micro SD card.

Troubleshooting Drives or SSDs

Procedure for troubleshooting issues with hard drives or solid-state drives.

Troubleshooting a Storage Controller

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with the storage controller.

Troubleshooting Expansion Cards

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with expansion cards.

Troubleshooting Processors

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues related to system processors.

System Messages Overview

Information on warning, diagnostic, and alert messages.

Getting Help

Contacting Dell EMC Support

Provides contact information for Dell EMC technical support and sales.

Providing Documentation Feedback

Instructions on how to submit feedback on Dell EMC documentation.

Accessing System Information via QRL

Explains how to use the Quick Resource Locator (QRL) for system information.

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