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Dell PowerEdge R450 User Manual

Dell PowerEdge R450
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Dell EMC PowerEdge R450
Installation and Service Manual
Part Number: E74S
Regulatory Type: E74S001
September 2021
Rev. A01

Table of Contents

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Dell PowerEdge R450 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Maximum Processors2
Maximum Memory1 TB
Form Factor1U Rack
ProcessorIntel Xeon Scalable (3rd Gen)
CPUIntel Xeon Scalable Processors
MemoryDDR4
RAMDDR4
StorageUp to 4 x 3.5" drives
RAID SupportPERC H755
Network1 x 1GbE LOM
Operating System SupportWindows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi

Summary

About This Document

Dell EMC PowerEdge R450 System Overview

Front View of the System

Details the components and features visible on the front panel of the server.

Rear View of the System

Details the components and features visible on the rear panel of the server.

Inside the System

Provides an illustration and list of internal components within the server.

Service Tag and Information Labels

Explains how to locate the system's Service Tag and other identifying information labels.

Initial System Setup and Configuration

Setting Up the System

Outlines the basic steps required to unpack and set up the server.

iDRAC Configuration

Details the process of configuring the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC).

Operating System Installation Resources

Lists resources and methods available for installing an operating system on the server.

Minimum to POST and System Management Configuration Validation

Minimum Configuration to POST

Specifies the essential components required for the system to power on and POST.

Configuration Validation

Explains how the system validates its configuration and reports errors.

Error Messages

Describes common error messages related to system configuration validation.

Installing and Removing System Components

Safety and Preparation

Covers essential safety instructions, pre-work steps, post-work steps, and recommended tools.

System Access and Tools

Details procedures before and after working inside the system, and lists required tools.

Front Bezel Replacement

Provides instructions for removing and installing the optional front bezel.

System Cover Replacement

Details the procedure for removing and installing the system cover.

Drive Replacement Procedures

Covers the removal and installation of drives, drive blanks, and drive carriers.

System Memory Installation

Provides guidelines and procedures for installing and removing system memory modules.

Processor and Heat Sink Module

Details the procedures for removing and installing the processor and heat sink module.

Expansion Cards and Risers

Explains how to install and remove expansion cards and their associated risers.

Power Supply Unit Replacement

Provides instructions for removing and installing power supply units (PSUs).

System Board Replacement

Details the procedure for removing and installing the system board.

Trusted Platform Module

Covers procedures related to the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), including upgrading.

Control Panel Components

Details the removal and installation procedures for the left and right control panels.

Jumpers and Connectors

System Board Connectors

Identifies and describes the various connectors on the system board.

System Board Jumper Settings

Explains the system board jumper configurations and their effects.

Disabling Forgotten Passwords

Provides steps to disable system and setup passwords using a jumper.

System Diagnostics and Indicator Codes

Status LED Indicators

Describes the status LED indicators on the front panel and their meanings.

System Health and ID Indicators

Explains the system health and system ID indicator codes and their conditions.

iDRAC Indicator Codes

Details the indicator codes for iDRAC Quick Sync 2 and iDRAC Direct features.

LCD Panel Information

Describes the LCD panel features, status, and error message display.

Network and PSU Indicators

Explains NIC and Power Supply Unit (PSU) indicator codes and their conditions.

Drive Indicator Codes

Details the drive status indicator codes and their meanings for each drive.

System Diagnostics Procedures

Guides on how to run Dell Embedded System Diagnostics (ePSA).

Getting Help

Contacting Dell Technologies

Provides information on how to contact Dell support for assistance.

Accessing System Information via QRL

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

Automated Support with SupportAssist

Describes the benefits and functionality of Dell EMC SupportAssist.

Documentation Resources

Additional Documentation Links

Lists additional Dell EMC documentation resources for the system.

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