Dell PowerEdge C6220 - User Manual

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Questions and Answers

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  Maria WrightJul 26, 2025
  If your USB keyboard or mouse isn't working on your Dell Server, try these steps: * Briefly disconnect and reconnect the keyboard and mouse cables. * Connect the keyboard/mouse to the USB port(s) on the opposite side of the system. * Replace the keyboard/mouse with another working one. * Power down all attached USB devices and disconnect them from the system. Then, reconnect and power on each USB device one at a time.
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  Michael BriggsAug 2, 2025
  If USB devices are causing issues after reconnection to your Dell Server, power down the device, replace the USB cable, and then power up the device.
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What to do if Dell PowerEdge C6220 Server is not operational due to memory issues?
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  Lisa ArnoldAug 11, 2025
  If your Dell Server is not operational due to memory issues: * Reseat the memory modules in their sockets. * Swap or replace the module indicated as faulty.
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How to resolve SAS controller issues on Dell PowerEdge C6220 Server?
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  Nicole WilliamsAug 18, 2025
  To resolve SAS controller issues on your Dell Server: * Ensure that the SAS controller is enabled. * Check the configuration settings, make any necessary corrections, and restart the system.

Summary

About Your System

Accessing System Features During Startup

Provides information on accessing system features during startup via specific keystrokes.

Front-Panel Features and Indicators

Details the features and indicators present on the front panel of the system.

Hard-Drive Indicator Patterns

Explains the various indicator patterns for both 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch hard drives.

Service Tag

Describes the locations for the Service Tag on 1U node, 2U node, and chassis.

Back Panel Features and Indicators

Details the features and indicators present on the back panel of the system.

System-Board Assembly Configurations

Illustrates different system-board assembly configurations for 1U and 2U nodes.

LAN Indicator Codes

Explains the indicator codes for LAN ports, detailing speed and link/activity status.

Power and System Board Indicator Codes

Lists status codes for power and system board LEDs during system startup.

Power Supply Indicator Codes

Details indicator codes for 1400W and 1200W power supplies.

BMC Heart Beat LED

Explains the function and behavior of the BMC heart beat LED for debugging.

Post Error Code

Provides a list of POST error codes, their messages, causes, and recovery methods.

System Event Log

Details the structure and meaning of system event log entries for various errors.

Sensor Data Record

Provides a record of sensor data, including types, events, and offsets.

Other Information You May Need

Contains additional information including safety warnings and getting started guide.

Using the System Setup Program

Start Menu

Introduces the System Setup program and its basic functions.

System Setup Options at Boot

Lists the options available for initiating system setup during the boot process.

Boot Manager

Explains how to access and use the Boot Manager to select boot devices.

Console Redirection

Describes the console redirection feature for remote diagnosis and problem-solving.

Enabling and Configuring Console Redirection

Provides steps for enabling and configuring console redirection via external serial port.

Internal Serial Connector as SOL

Details how to use the internal serial connector for Serial Over LAN (SOL) functionality.

BMC Serial Over LAN

Explains Serial Over LAN (SOL) setup for Dedicated-NIC and Shared-NIC modes.

Main Menu

Displays information about system boards and BIOS in the main menu.

Advanced Menu

Provides advanced system information and configuration options.

Power Management

Configures system power management settings like OS control and energy efficiency.

Chassis Power Management

Details options for chassis power management, including power capping and throttling.

CPU Configuration

Allows configuration of CPU settings such as core count, frequency, and virtualization.

Prefetch Configuration

Enables or disables prefetch features for cache and data fetching.

Memory Configuration

Configures memory settings including frequency, throttling, and operating mode.

SATA Configuration

Allows configuration of SATA controllers, link rates, and power saving features.

PCI Configuration

Configures PCI-E slot settings, embedded network devices, and I/O acceleration.

Embedded Network Devices

Enables or disables embedded network interface controllers and iSCSI remote boot.

ISCSI Remote Boot

Configures iSCSI initiator name, DHCP, IP address, and target information.

Active State Power Management Configuration

Controls Active State Power Management (ASPM) levels for PCIe links and onboard LAN.

PCI Slot Configuration

Allows enabling or disabling PCI-E slots and their option ROM initialization.

USB Configuration

Enables or disables USB controllers and ports for system startup.

Security Menu

Sets security parameters including supervisor and user passwords.

Server Menu

Configures server parameters such as BMC status, IPMI, and remote access.

Set BMC LAN Configuration

Configures BMC LAN port settings, IP source, and IPv6 support.

Remote Access Configuration

Configures remote access settings, including serial port number and terminal type.

Boot Menu

Sets POST boot parameters like quiet boot, pause on errors, and boot mode.

Exit Menu

Provides options for saving or discarding changes and exiting the setup utility.

Command Line Interfaces for Setup options

Explains how to control setup options using command-line utilities.

Installing System Components

Safety Instructions

Provides critical safety warnings and guidelines for working with system components.

Recommended Tools

Lists the recommended tools required for installing system components.

Inside the System

Illustrates the internal layout of the system with 1U and 2U node examples.

Hard Drives

Details procedures for removing and installing 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch hard drive blanks.

Power Supplies

Provides a matrix of supported configurations for power supplies and system boards.

System-Board Assembly

Describes procedures for removing and installing system-board blank trays and assemblies.

Air Baffle

Details the removal and installation procedures for system air baffles.

Heat Sinks

Provides instructions for removing and installing processor heat sinks.

Processors

Explains how to remove and install processors, including handling precautions.

Interposer Extender for 2 U Node

Details the removal and installation of the interposer extender for 2U node systems.

Expansion-Card Assembly and Expansion Card

Covers removal and installation of expansion cards for 1U and 2U nodes.

Raid Card

Summarizes LSI RAID cards, including removal, installation, and cable plans.

LSI 9265-8 i Card

Provides instructions for removing and installing the LSI 9265-8i card for 1U and 2U nodes.

LSI 9265-8 i RAID Battery

Details procedures for removing and installing the LSI 9265-8i RAID battery assembly.

Riser card

Describes optional riser cards and their installation procedures for 1U and 2U nodes.

Optional Mezzanine Cards

Covers removal and installation of LSI 2008 SAS, 1GbE, and 10GbE mezzanine cards.

Mezzanine-Card Bridge Board

Provides instructions for removing and installing the mezzanine-card bridge board.

System Memory

Details memory slot features and supported memory module configurations.

System Battery

Explains how to replace the system battery, including safety precautions.

System Board

Provides instructions for removing and installing the system board.

Opening and Closing the System

Guides on how to safely open and close the system chassis.

Cooling Fans

Details procedures for removing and installing cooling fans and fan cages.

Power Distribution Boards

Describes procedures for removing and installing power distribution boards.

Middle Planes

Covers removal and installation of middle planes, including brackets and cable routing.

Direct Backplanes

Explains the procedure for removing and installing direct backplanes for hard drives.

2.5-inch Hard Drive Expander Configuration

Details the removal and installation of the 2.5-inch hard drive backplane.

Front Panels

Provides instructions for removing and installing front panel assemblies and panels.

Sensor Boards

Covers removal and installation of sensor boards for 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch systems.

Troubleshooting Your System

Offers guidance on minimum configuration for POST and general safety precautions.

Jumpers and Connectors

Details system board connectors, backplane connectors, and jumper settings.

Getting Help

Provides information on how to contact Dell for support and service.