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General| Management | iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller |
|---|---|
| Processor | 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processors, up to 56 cores |
| Memory | Up to 8TB DDR5 |
| Storage | Up to 24 NVMe drives |
| Power Supply | Dual 2400W or 3000W Platinum PSUs, hot-plug, redundant |
| GPU | Up to 4x double-wide GPUs (NVIDIA A100, H100, etc.) |
Details the front view of the system, including ports and components.
Describes the left control panel and its indicators.
Describes the right control panel and its ports and buttons.
Details the rear view of the system, including ports and components.
Illustrates the internal components of the system.
Explains the location and content of the system information label.
Guides on finding the service tag for system identification and support.
Provides information on compatible rail solutions and rack mounting.
Highlights key features and benefits of the server.
Details the physical dimensions of the server chassis.
Provides the system weight based on configuration.
Lists the supported processor types and quantities.
Details the power supply unit specifications and redundancy.
Describes the types and configurations of cooling fans.
Lists the operating systems supported by the system.
Specifies the type of system battery used.
Outlines the specifications for expansion card risers and slots.
Details memory module types, capacities, and speeds.
Lists the supported storage controller cards.
Specifies the supported drive types and quantities.
Details the supported Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) configurations.
Lists and describes the system's ports and connectors.
Details the integrated graphics controller and video output.
Outlines operating and non-operational environmental requirements.
Lists restrictions related to airflow and thermal management.
Provides a matrix of thermal limits for components.
Provides steps for the initial physical setup of the server.
Details the setup and configuration of the iDRAC management controller.
Lists resources and guides for OS installation.
Explains how to access and use the system setup utility.
Introduces the Dell Lifecycle Controller for system management.
Describes the embedded management capabilities.
Explains how to use the Boot Manager for boot options.
Details the process for booting via PXE.
Lists the essential components for the system to POST.
Explains how the system validates its configuration during POST.
Provides essential safety guidelines before performing component replacements.
Outlines prerequisites and steps before accessing internal components.
Outlines steps to follow after component replacement.
Lists the tools required for component installation/removal.
Describes the optional front bezel and its removal/installation.
Details the removal and installation of GPU fans.
Explains how to remove and install the system cover.
Details the removal and installation of the front top cover.
Explains how to remove and install the air shroud for cooling.
Covers the removal and installation of drive blanks and carriers.
Details the removal and installation of the drive backplane.
Covers the removal and installation of cooling fans.
Provides guidelines and procedures for system memory installation.
Details the removal and installation of the processor and heat sink.
Covers installation guidelines and removal of expansion card risers.
Details the removal and installation of the intrusion switch module.
Covers the removal and installation of the optional OCP card.
Details the installation and removal of LOM and rear I/O boards.
Covers the removal and installation of BOSS-N1 module blanks and shrouds.
Details the hot spare feature and PSU installation/removal.
Covers the replacement of the system battery.
Details the removal and installation of the control panels.
Covers the removal and installation of the Versabay board.
Details the removal and installation of the system board.
Covers the removal and installation of the system board tray.
Details the removal and installation of the LAAC GPU Dip tray.
Covers the removal and installation of the power distribution board.
Details TPM upgrading, removal, installation, and initialization.
Identifies and labels system board jumpers and connectors.
Explains various system board jumper configurations.
Provides steps to disable system/setup passwords using jumpers.
Describes the system status LED indicators and their meanings.
Explains system health and ID indicator codes.
Details the iDRAC Direct LED indicator meanings.
Describes the function and status messages of the LCD panel.
Explains the indicator codes for Network Interface Controllers (NICs).
Details the indicator codes for Power Supply Units (PSUs).
Explains the indicator codes for system drives.
Guides on using system diagnostics for troubleshooting.
Introduces the Dell Embedded System Diagnostics tool.
Provides an overview of the Dell Embedded System Diagnostics tool.
Information on product recycling and end-of-life services.
Provides methods for contacting Dell support.
Explains how to use Quick Resource Locator (QRL) for system info.
Describes automated support via Secure Connect Gateway.
Links to documentation for system setup and rail installation.
Links to guides for iDRAC, RACADM, Redfish, and Intel QuickAssist.
Links to Dell OpenManage and Secure Connect Gateway documentation.
Links to documentation for RAID controllers and BOSS cards.
Directs users to resources for interpreting system events and errors.
Links to the Server Troubleshooting Guide for issues.
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