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Dell PowerEdge R6615 Service Manual

Dell PowerEdge R6615
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Dell PowerEdge R6615
Installation and Service Manual
Regulatory Model: E97S
Regulatory Type: E97S001
February 2023
Rev. A00

Table of Contents

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Dell PowerEdge R6615 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Memory slots12x DIMM
Memory ranking1
Internal memory16 GB
Buffered memory typeRegistered (buffered)
Internal memory typeDDR5-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory768 GB
Memory layout (slots x size)1 x 16 GB
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.
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports2
Ethernet LANYes
Cabling technology10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Operating system installedNo
Compatible operating systemsCanonical Ubuntu Server LTS Microsoft Windows Server with Hyper-V Red Hat Enterprise Linux SUSE Linux Enterprise Server VMware ESXi
SSD size2.5\
SSD capacityThe Solid State Drive's storage capacity in Gigabytes.
SSD interfaceSATA III
Supported SSD sizes3.5\
Total storage capacity480 GB
Maximum storage capacity- TB
Number of SSDs supported4
Storage drive adapter type2.5\
Supported RAID controllersPERC H355
Chassis typeRack (1U)
Product colorBlack
Processor cache64 MB
Processor cores16
Processor model9124
Processor familyAMD EPYC
Processor threads32
Processor frequency3 GHz
Processor manufacturerAMD
Processor boost frequency3.7 GHz
Thermal Design Power (TDP)200 W
Power supply800 W
Power cable length2 m
Power cable current12 A
Power cable connector 1C13 coupler
Power cable connector 2C14 coupler
Data transfer rate6 Gbit/s
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width482 mm
Height42.8 mm

Summary

About this document

System overview

Front view of the system

Details the components and features visible on the front of the Dell PowerEdge R6615 server.

Rear view of the system

Describes the components and ports located on the rear panel of the Dell PowerEdge R6615 server.

Inside the system

Provides an internal view of the Dell PowerEdge R6615 server, identifying key components.

Locating the Express Service Code and Service Tag

Explains how to find the unique Express Service Code and Service Tag for system identification.

System information label

Details the location and information found on the system information label.

Rail sizing and rack compatibility matrix

Information on rail solutions compatible with the system and rack mounting.

Technical specifications

Chassis dimensions

Provides the physical dimensions of the Dell PowerEdge R6615 server chassis.

System weight

Details the weight specifications for the Dell PowerEdge R6615 system.

Processor specifications

Outlines the specifications for the processors supported by the Dell PowerEdge R6615.

PSU specifications

Details the specifications for the Power Supply Units (PSUs) supported by the system.

Supported operating systems

Lists the operating systems that are officially supported by the Dell PowerEdge R6615.

Cooling fan specifications

Provides specifications for the cooling fans used in the Dell PowerEdge R6615 system.

System battery specifications

Details the type and specifications of the system battery used in the server.

Expansion card riser specifications

Information on the expansion card riser configurations and supported PCIe slots.

Memory specifications

Details the memory specifications, including type, rank, capacity, and speed.

Storage controller specifications

Lists the supported storage controller cards for the Dell PowerEdge R6615.

Drives

Information on the types and configurations of drives supported by the system.

Ports and connectors specifications

Details the specifications for various ports and connectors on the system.

Video specifications

Outlines the supported video resolution options for the integrated graphics controller.

Environmental specifications

Specifies the environmental operating conditions and limitations for the system.

Thermal air restrictions

Details thermal restrictions for air cooling based on component configuration and TDP.

Initial system setup and configuration

Setting up the system

General steps for unpacking, installing, connecting, and powering on the server.

iDRAC configuration

Information on configuring the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC).

Resources to install operating system

Lists resources and documentation for installing a supported operating system.

Options to download drivers and firmware

Guidance on downloading system drivers and firmware from the Dell FTP site.

Options to download and install OS drivers

Describes methods for downloading and installing operating system drivers.

Downloading drivers and firmware

Steps to download and install the latest BIOS, drivers, and system management firmware.

Pre-operating system management applications

System Setup

Accessing and configuring BIOS, iDRAC, and device settings through the system setup utility.

System BIOS

Details the options available within the System BIOS for system configuration.

System Information

View system model, BIOS version, Service Tag, and manufacturer details.

Memory Settings

Configure system memory size, type, speed, testing, and refresh delay.

Processor Settings

Configure processor-related settings such as logical processors and virtualization.

SATA Settings

Configure embedded SATA options, including RAID modes and security freeze lock.

NVMe Settings

Configure NVMe drive mode and BIOS NVMe driver settings.

Boot Settings

Set the system boot mode to BIOS or UEFI and specify the boot order.

Network Settings

Configure UEFI PXE, HTTP, ISCSI, and NVMe-oF network boot settings.

Integrated Devices

Enable or disable integrated system devices like USB ports, RAID controllers, and NICs.

Serial Communication

Configure serial communication ports, addresses, and redirection settings.

System Profile Settings

Configure system performance profiles, CPU power management, and memory frequency.

System Security

Configure system security features like passwords, TPM, and Secure Boot.

Minimum to POST and system management configuration validation

Minimum configuration to POST

Lists the minimum hardware components required for the system to POST.

Configuration validation

Describes how the system validates installed components against qualified configurations.

Error messages

Details error messages displayed during POST or captured in system event logs.

Installing and removing system components

Safety instructions

Essential safety guidelines and precautions to follow before servicing the system.

Before working inside your system

Prerequisites and steps to prepare the system before internal component access.

After working inside your system

Steps to reassemble and finalize after internal component servicing.

Recommended tools

List of tools required for component removal and installation procedures.

Optional front bezel

Instructions for removing and installing the optional front bezel.

System cover

Procedures for removing and installing the system cover.

Drive backplane cover

Steps for removing and installing the drive backplane cover.

Air shroud

Instructions for removing and installing the air shroud for proper cooling.

Cooling fan

Procedures for removing and installing cooling fans.

Drives

Guidance on removing and installing drive blanks and carriers.

Removing a drive carrier

Detailed steps for removing a drive carrier from the system.

Installing a drive carrier

Detailed steps for installing a drive carrier into the system.

Removing the drive from the drive carrier

Instructions for removing a drive from its carrier.

Installing the drive into the drive carrier

Instructions for installing a drive into its carrier.

Rear drive module

Procedures for removing and installing the rear drive module.

Drive backplane

Details supported drive backplane options and cable connections.

Removing the drive backplane

Steps for safely removing the drive backplane.

Installing the drive backplane

Steps for correctly installing the drive backplane.

Side wall brackets

Information on side and center bracket perfect sealing for different configurations.

Removing the side wall bracket

Instructions for removing the side wall brackets.

Installing the side wall bracket

Instructions for installing the side wall brackets.

Cable routings

Diagrams illustrating cable routing for various configurations.

PERC module

Procedures for removing and installing front and rear mounting PERC modules.

System memory

Guidelines for installing and removing system memory modules (DIMMs).

Removing a memory module

Step-by-step instructions for removing a memory module.

Installing a memory module

Step-by-step instructions for installing a memory module.

Processor and heat sink

Procedures for removing and installing processors and heat sinks.

Removing a heat sink

Instructions for removing the heat sink assembly.

Removing the Direct Liquid Cooling module

Steps to remove the Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC) module.

Removing the AMD processor

Instructions for removing the AMD processor.

Installing the AMD processor

Instructions for installing the AMD processor.

Installing the heat sink

Steps for installing the heat sink assembly.

Installing the Direct Liquid Cooling module

Steps for installing the Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC) module.

Expansion cards and expansion card risers

Guidelines for installing expansion cards into expansion card risers.

Removing expansion card from the expansion card riser

Steps to remove an expansion card from its riser.

Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser

Steps to install an expansion card into its riser.

Optional serial COM port

Procedures for removing and installing the optional serial COM port.

VGA module

Procedures for removing and installing the VGA module.

M.2 SSD module

Procedures for removing and installing M.2 NVMe SSD modules.

Optional BOSS-N1 module

Procedures for removing and installing BOSS-N1 module blanks and modules.

System battery

Instructions for replacing the system battery.

Optional internal USB card

Procedures for removing and installing the internal USB card.

Intrusion switch module

Procedures for removing and installing the intrusion switch module.

Optional OCP card

Procedures for removing and installing the Optional OCP card.

Control panel

Procedures for removing and installing the right and left control panels.

Power supply unit

Information on PSU hot spare feature and procedures for PSU blank replacement.

Removing a power supply unit blank

Steps to remove the PSU blank.

Installing a power supply unit blank

Steps to install the PSU blank.

Removing a power supply unit

Steps to remove a power supply unit (PSU).

Installing a power supply unit

Steps to install a power supply unit (PSU).

Trusted Platform Module

Information on upgrading the Trusted Platform Module (TPM).

System board

Procedures for removing and installing the system board.

LOM card and rear I/O board

Procedures for removing and installing the LOM card and rear I/O board.

Upgrade Kits

BOSS-N1 module kit

Details the BOSS-N1 module kit components and prerequisites for installation.

Data Processing Unit (DPU) kit

Information about the DPU kit, including its components and installation.

Serial COM port kit

VGA port kit

Internal USB card kit

Jumpers and connectors

System board Connectors

Identifies and describes connectors on the system board.

System board jumper settings

Details jumper settings on the system board for BIOS configuration.

Disabling a forgotten password

Procedure to disable system passwords using the password jumper.

System diagnostics and indicator codes

Power button LED

Describes the status and conditions of the power button LED.

Status LED indicators

Explains the meaning of status LED indicators and corrective actions.

System health and system ID indicator codes

Details system health and ID indicator codes and their meanings.

iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicator codes

Describes the indicator codes for the iDRAC Quick Sync 2 module.

iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes

Explains the indicator codes for the iDRAC Direct port.

LCD panel

Information on the LCD panel features, status, and conditions.

NIC indicator codes

Describes the indicator codes for Network Interface Controllers (NICs).

Power supply unit indicator codes

Explains the status indicator codes for AC and DC power supply units (PSUs).

Drive indicator codes

Describes the drive indicator codes and their meanings.

Using system diagnostics

Guidance on running system diagnostics for troubleshooting.

Getting help

Recycling or End-of-Life service information

Information on product disposal and recycling services.

Contacting Dell Technologies

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

Accessing system information by using QRL

Guide on using Quick Resource Locator (QRL) for system information.

Receiving automated support with SupportAssist

Documentation resources

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