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Dell External OEMR R210II User Manual

Dell External OEMR R210II
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Dell PowerEdge
R210 II Systems
Owner’s Manual
Regulatory Model E10S Series
Regulatory Type E10S002
book.book Page 1 Monday, March 7, 2011 2:24 PM

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Dell External OEMR R210II Specifications

General IconGeneral
Memory Slots4 DIMM slots
Form Factor1U rack
NetworkDual Gigabit Ethernet
ProcessorIntel Xeon E3-1200 series
ChipsetIntel C202
MemoryUp to 32GB DDR3 ECC Unbuffered or Non-ECC Unbuffered
RAID SupportPERC H200
Drive BaysUp to 4 x 3.5” or 2.5”
Power Supply250W non-redundant power supply
Network ControllerBroadcom BCM5722
Expansion Slots1 x PCIe x16 slot (x16 connector)
Operating System SupportRed Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server

Summary

About Your System

Accessing System Features During Startup

Describes keystrokes for accessing system features like Setup and Boot Manager during startup.

Front-Panel Features and Indicators

Details the buttons, indicators, and connectors on the system's front panel.

Back-Panel Features and Indicators

Details the controls, indicators, and connectors on the system's back panel.

Guidelines for Connecting External Devices

Provides instructions and precautions for connecting external devices to the system.

NIC Indicator Codes

Explains the meaning of different link and activity indicator codes for the Network Interface Card.

Diagnostic Lights

Lists diagnostic indicator codes, their causes, and corrective actions for system startup errors.

System Messages

Explains system messages, their causes, and corrective actions for various system issues.

Warning Messages

Describes warning messages that alert users to potential problems before a task continues.

Diagnostics Messages

Explains messages that may appear when running system diagnostic utilities.

Alert Messages

Describes alert messages generated by systems management software for system conditions.

Other Information You May Need

Provides references to additional documentation and resources for system setup and maintenance.

Using the System Setup Program and Boot Manager

Choosing the System Boot Mode

Explains the BIOS and UEFI boot modes and how to select them for OS installation.

Entering the System Setup Program

Provides step-by-step instructions on how to enter the system setup program using the F2 key.

Responding to Error Messages

Offers guidance on noting and addressing error messages that appear during system boot.

System Setup Options

Details the main screen options in the System Setup program and their configurations.

Main Screen

Details the main screen of the System Setup program and its configurable options.

Memory Settings Screen

Explains options for configuring system memory size, type, speed, and testing.

Processor Settings Screen

Details processor settings such as core speed, bus speed, cache size, and virtualization technology.

SATA Settings Screen

Covers options for enabling/disabling integrated SATA controller and ports.

Boot Settings Screen

Explains options for setting the boot mode (BIOS/UEFI) and boot sequence.

Integrated Devices Screen

Details options for enabling/disabling integrated devices like USB ports and NICs.

PCI IRQ Assignments Screen

Describes how to change IRQ assignments for integrated devices and expansion cards.

Serial Communication Screen

Covers settings for serial communication devices and console redirection.

Power Management Screen

Explains options for managing system power usage for CPU, fans, and memory.

System Security Screen

Details options for configuring system and setup passwords, and TPM security.

Exit Screen

Describes the messages displayed on the Exit screen when leaving the System Setup program.

Entering the Boot Manager

Provides instructions on how to enter the Boot Manager using the F11 key for boot option management.

System and Setup Password Features

Explains how to assign, change, and manage system and setup passwords for security.

Embedded System Management

Introduces Dell USC, an embedded utility for systems and storage management tasks.

Baseboard Management Controller Configuration

Explains how the BMC enables remote configuration, monitoring, and recovery of systems.

iDRAC6 Configuration Utility

Describes the pre-boot environment for viewing and setting parameters for iDRAC6 and the managed server.

Installing System Components

Recommended Tools

Lists essential tools required for installing system components, including screwdrivers and a grounding strap.

Inside the System

Provides an overview diagram of the system's internal components and their locations.

Front Bezel (Optional)

Details the procedure for removing and installing the optional front bezel of the system.

Opening and Closing the System

Provides instructions on how to safely open and close the system chassis for component access.

Optical Drive (Optional)

Describes the process of removing and installing an optional optical drive.

Filler Panel

Explains the purpose of filler panels and how to remove them before installing an optical drive.

Hard Drives

Covers the removal and installation of 3.5-inch SAS or SATA hard drives.

Expansion Card

Details installation guidelines, removal, and installation procedures for PCIe expansion cards.

Expansion-Card Riser

Explains how to remove and install the expansion-card riser that supports PCIe cards.

Internal USB Memory Key

Describes how to install and use an internal USB memory key as a boot or storage device.

Cooling Shroud

Covers the removal and installation of the cooling shroud that directs airflow to system components.

System Memory

Provides guidelines for installing and configuring DDR3 DIMMs for optimal performance.

Cooling Fans

Explains the system's cooling fans and the procedure for removing and installing them.

iDRAC6 Express Card (Optional)

Details the process for installing and removing the optional iDRAC6 Express card.

iDRAC6 Enterprise Card (Optional)

Describes how to install and remove the optional iDRAC6 Enterprise card.

VFlash Media (Optional)

Explains how to install and remove a VFlash media card into the iDRAC6 Enterprise card.

Processor

Covers the procedure for removing and installing the system processor and heat sink.

Power Supply

Details the steps for removing and installing the 250 W power supply module.

System Battery

Provides instructions for replacing the system battery.

Control Panel Assembly

Describes the procedure for removing and installing the front control panel assembly.

System Board

Covers the process of removing and installing the system board, including component transfer.

Troubleshooting Your System

Safety First—For You and Your System

Emphasizes safety precautions before performing any troubleshooting or repairs on the system.

Troubleshooting System Startup Failure

Guides users through diagnosing and resolving issues that prevent the system from starting up correctly.

Troubleshooting External Connections

Provides steps to ensure external cables are properly connected before troubleshooting devices.

Troubleshooting the Video Subsystem

Offers steps to diagnose and resolve problems related to the system's video output and display.

Troubleshooting a USB Device

Provides steps for troubleshooting issues with USB devices like keyboards and mice.

Troubleshooting a Serial I/O Device

Offers guidance on diagnosing and resolving problems with serial port devices.

Troubleshooting a NIC

Covers steps for diagnosing and resolving issues with the Network Interface Card (NIC).

Troubleshooting a Wet System

Provides instructions for handling and troubleshooting systems exposed to liquid damage.

Troubleshooting a Damaged System

Outlines steps for troubleshooting a system that may have suffered physical damage.

Troubleshooting the System Battery

Guides users on how to diagnose and resolve issues related to the system battery.

Troubleshooting Power Supply

Covers steps to diagnose and resolve problems related to the system's power supply unit.

Troubleshooting System Cooling Problems

Details common causes and checks for system overheating and cooling issues.

Troubleshooting a Fan

Provides steps for diagnosing and resolving problems with individual system cooling fans.

Troubleshooting System Memory

Guides users through diagnosing and resolving issues related to system memory modules.

Troubleshooting an Internal USB Key

Offers steps for diagnosing and resolving problems with internal USB memory keys.

Troubleshooting an Optical Drive

Provides steps for diagnosing and resolving issues with the system's optical drive.

Troubleshooting a Hard Drive

Covers procedures for diagnosing and resolving problems with hard drives, including RAID arrays.

Troubleshooting an Expansion Card

Details steps for diagnosing and resolving issues with installed expansion cards.

Troubleshooting the Processor

Guides users through diagnosing and resolving issues related to the system processor.

Running the System Diagnostics

Using Online Diagnostics

Explains how to use Dell's online diagnostics suite to test system hardware components.

Embedded System Diagnostics Features

Describes the capabilities and features of the embedded system diagnostics program.

When to Use the Embedded System Diagnostics

Explains when to use embedded diagnostics, typically when major components fail but I/O is functional.

Running the Embedded System Diagnostics

Provides step-by-step instructions to launch and run the embedded system diagnostics.

System Diagnostics Testing Options

Outlines the different testing options available within the system diagnostics.

Express Test

Describes the Express Test for a quick system check that requires no user interaction.

Extended Test

Explains the Extended Test for a more thorough system check that may take longer.

Custom Test

Details how to select specific devices and options for custom testing.

Viewing Information and Results

Explains how to view test results, errors, and help information within the diagnostics.

Jumpers and Connectors

System Board Jumpers

Illustrates and describes the configuration jumpers on the system board and their settings.

System Board Connectors

Provides diagrams and descriptions of various connectors found on the system board.

Disabling a Forgotten Password

Explains how to reset system and setup passwords by using the password jumper.

Getting Help

Contacting Dell

Provides contact information and resources for obtaining technical support and assistance from Dell.

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