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Dell PowerEdge M620 User Manual

Dell PowerEdge M620
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Dell PowerEdge
Modular Systems
Hardware Owner’s
Manual

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Dell PowerEdge M620 Specifications

General IconGeneral
MemoryUp to 768GB (24 DIMM slots): 2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB DDR3 up to 1866MT/s
ManagementiDRAC7 with Lifecycle Controller
Processor OptionsIntel Xeon processor E5-2600 and E5-2600 v2 product families
StorageUp to two 2.5" hot-plug SAS, SATA or SSD drives
RAID ControllerPERC H310, H710, H710P
Operating System SupportRed Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware vSphere

Summary

About Your System

System Overview

Provides an overview of the system, including blade types and enclosure components.

System Control Panel Features

Describes the features and functionality of the system's control panel.

LCD Module

Explains the LCD module's role in configuration, deployment, and error reporting.

LCD Module Features

Details the capabilities of the LCD module for system status and configuration.

Blade Features

Details the front panel features of various PowerEdge blade models.

Back-Panel Features

Describes the components and layout of the enclosure's back panel.

Power Supply Indicator

Explains the indicators for power supply status and faults.

Fan Module Indicators

Describes the indicators for fan module status and faults.

iKVM Module

Details the features and connectors of the optional iKVM module.

CMC Module

Describes the features and functions of the Chassis Management Controller module.

I/O Connectivity

Explains the I/O fabric layers and module installation guidelines.

Guidelines for Installing I/O Modules

Provides essential rules for populating I/O bays with modules.

Using the System Setup Program and UEFI Boot Manager

Choosing the System Boot Mode

Explains the BIOS and UEFI boot modes for operating system installation.

Entering the System Setup Program

Provides step-by-step instructions for accessing the system setup utility.

System Setup Options

Lists and describes various configuration options available in the System Setup program.

Memory Settings Screen

Details the options for configuring system memory settings.

Processor Settings Screen

Describes the options related to processor configuration and features.

Entering the UEFI Boot Manager

Explains how to access and use the UEFI Boot Manager.

System and Setup Password Features

Covers features for setting and managing system and setup passwords.

Installing Blade Components

Removing and Installing a Blade

Provides detailed steps for removing and installing system blades.

Installing a Blade

Step-by-step guide for correctly installing a system blade into the chassis.

System Memory

Information on system memory, including types, capacities, and configurations.

General Memory Module Installation Guidelines – PowerEdge M915

Guidelines for optimal performance when configuring system memory modules.

Installing Memory Modules

Detailed procedure for installing memory modules into the blade system board.

Hard Drives

Details on supported hard drive types and capacities for various blades.

Installing a Hard Drive

Step-by-step instructions for installing a hard drive into the blade carrier.

Blade System Board

Information about the blade system board and its components.

Removing the System Board

Procedure for safely removing the system board from the blade.

Installing Enclosure Components

Power Supply Modules

Details on the hot-swappable power supply modules for the enclosure.

System Power Guidelines

Outlines the system's power supply configurations and management.

Removing a Power Supply Module

Procedure for safely removing a hot-swappable power supply module.

Fan Modules

Information on the hot-swappable fan modules required for cooling.

Removing a Fan Module

Procedure for removing a faulty fan module from the enclosure.

CMC Module

Details the features and removal/installation of the CMC module.

I/O Modules

Information on I/O modules and guidelines for installation.

Enclosure Midplane

Instructions for removing and installing the enclosure's midplane assembly.

Troubleshooting Your System

Safety First—For You and Your System

Essential safety precautions to follow before troubleshooting.

Start-Up Routine

Guidance on observing start-up indicators for troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting External Connections

Procedures for troubleshooting issues with external devices.

Troubleshooting Video

Steps to resolve video issues with the iKVM module or front panel.

Troubleshooting the Keyboard

Steps to resolve issues with keyboard connectivity and functionality.

Troubleshooting the Mouse

Steps to resolve issues with mouse connectivity and functionality.

Troubleshooting USB Devices

Guidance for troubleshooting problems with connected USB devices.

Troubleshooting a Wet Enclosure

Procedure for handling and troubleshooting an enclosure exposed to liquid.

Troubleshooting Enclosure Components

Procedures for troubleshooting specific enclosure components.

Troubleshooting Power Supply Modules

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with power supply modules.

Troubleshooting Blade Components

Procedures for troubleshooting various blade hardware components.

Troubleshooting Blade Memory

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues related to blade memory modules.

Troubleshooting Hard Drives

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with blade hard drives.

Troubleshooting Processors

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues related to blade processors.

Running System Diagnostics

Dell PowerEdge Diagnostics

Introduction to Dell PowerEdge Diagnostics for system assessment.

Running the System Diagnostics

Instructions on how to run system diagnostics from USC or USB.

Running the Embedded System Diagnostics

Procedure for using the embedded system diagnostics via USC.

System Diagnostics Testing Options

Explanation of the various testing options available in system diagnostics.

System Board Information

Blade System Board Jumper Settings

Details on system board jumper settings for configuration.

PowerEdge M915 Jumper Settings

Specific jumper settings for the PowerEdge M915 system board.

System Board Connectors

Diagrams and descriptions of system board connectors.

PowerEdge M915 System Board

Illustrates and lists connectors for the PowerEdge M915 system board.

Disabling a Forgotten Password

Procedure to disable or clear system and setup passwords using jumpers.

Getting Help

Contacting Dell

Information on how to contact Dell support for assistance.

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