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Dell PowerEdge R420 User Manual

Dell PowerEdge R420
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Dell PowerEdge R420 Systems
Owner's Manual
Regulatory Model: E18S Series
Regulatory Type: E18S001

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Dell PowerEdge R420 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Bus typeQPI
SteppingM1
FSB ParityNo
Scalability2S
Processor codeSR0LS
Processor cache10 MB
Processor cores4
Processor modelE5-2403
System bus rate6.4 GT/s
Processor seriesIntel Xeon E5-2400
Processor socketLGA 1356 (Socket B2)
Processor codenameSandy Bridge EN
Motherboard chipsetIntel C600
Processor frequency1.8 GHz
Processor cache typeSmart Cache
Processor lithography32 nm
Processor manufacturerIntel
Processor package size45 x 42.5 mm
Processor front side bus- MHz
Processor operating modes64-bit
ECC supported by processorYes
Supported instruction setsAVX
Thermal Design Power (TDP)80 W
Number of processors installed1
Maximum number of SMP processors2
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes24
Memory types supported by processorDDR3-SDRAM
Memory channels supported by processorTriple
Memory clock speeds supported by processor800, 1066 MHz
Memory bandwidth supported by processor (max)25 GB/s
Maximum internal memory supported by processor375 GB
HDD size3.5 \
HDD speed15000 RPM
HDD interfaceSerial Attached SCSI (SAS)
Optical drive typeDVD-ROM
Total storage capacity300 GB
Maximum storage capacity12 TB
Memory slots12x DIMM
Internal memory4 GB
Memory clock speed1333 MHz
Maximum internal memory196608 MB
PS/2 ports quantity-
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
PCI Express slots version3.0
Power supply550 W
Cables includedAC
Compatible operating systemsWindows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Windows Small Business Server 2011 SUSE Linux Enterprise Server Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Chassis typeRack (1U)
Processor ARK ID64615
Intel Identity Protection Technology version0.00
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth- mm

Summary

Using System Setup and Boot Manager

System Setup Access and Navigation

How to enter System Setup, navigate its menus, and use navigation keys.

System Boot Mode Configuration

Selecting and configuring the system's boot mode (BIOS or UEFI).

System Setup Configuration Screens

Detailed explanations of various configuration screens within System Setup.

System Password Management

Features for setting up, changing, and disabling system and setup passwords.

Installing System Components

System Memory Installation Guidelines

Guidelines for installing DDR3 DIMMs, including population and configuration.

Hard Drive Installation Procedures

Procedures for installing various types of hard drives, including hot-swap and cabled.

Expansion Card Installation Guidelines

Guidelines for installing PCI Express expansion cards and risers.

Processor Installation and Replacement

Detailed steps for removing and installing system processors, including heat sink management.

Power Supply Installation Procedures

Procedures for installing redundant and non-redundant power supply units.

Troubleshooting Your System

Safety Precautions for Troubleshooting

Important safety warnings and general precautions for system troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting System Startup Failures

Steps to resolve issues preventing the system from booting correctly.

Troubleshooting Power Supply Issues

Steps to diagnose and resolve problems related to power supplies and system battery.

Troubleshooting System Memory Issues

Steps to diagnose and resolve problems with installed system memory modules.

Troubleshooting Storage Devices

Covers troubleshooting for internal USB keys, SD cards, optical drives, and hard drives.

Troubleshooting System Components

Addresses issues with storage controllers, expansion cards, and processors.

Using System Diagnostics

Dell Embedded System Diagnostics (ePSA)

Guide to using the built-in ePSA diagnostics for system hardware assessment.

Technical Specifications

System Messages

System Error Messages and Actions

Comprehensive list of system error codes, messages, and recommended actions.

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