Security; Cover Latch; Bezel; Hard Drive - Dell External OEMR R310 Technical Manual

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5 Security

5.1.1

Cover Latch

The R310 comes with a coin lock entry latch on the top cover of the unit and provides security for the entire
system. Also, the lock provides for toolless access to the chassis. For specific information regarding the
opening and closing of the system, please refer to the
Owner's Manual.
5.1.2

Bezel

A metal bezel is an available option and is mounted to the chassis front to provide the Dell ID. A lock on the
bezel prevents un-authorized access to system peripherals and the control panel. System status (via the LCD)
remains viewable with the bezel is installed. For specific instructions regarding the operation of the bezel,
see the
Front Bezel (Optional)
5.1.3

Hard Drive

Hot-Plug Hard drives are only accessible by opening the bezel, thus locking the bezel secures the hard
drives. Cabled Hard drives are only accessible by opening the top cover, thus locking the top cover will
secure the hard drives.
5.1.4

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

The TPM is used to generate/store keys, protect/authenticate passwords, and create/store digital
certificates. TPM can also be used to store the BitLocker keys for hard drive encryption feature in Microsoft
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Windows Server 2008. TPM is enabled through a BIOS option and uses HMAC-SHA1-160 for binding. In China,
S-TPM (Socket TPM) is used.
5.1.5

Power Off Security

The control panel is designed such that the Power switch cannot be accidentally activated. The lock on the
bezel secures the Power button behind the bezel. In addition, there is a setting in the CMOS setup that
disables the Power button function.
5.1.6

Intrusion Alert

The Chassis Intrusion switch is located at the front panel board. The switch detects when the top cover is
opened.
5.1.7

Secure Mode

The R310 BIOS has the ability to enter a secure boot mode via Setup. This mode includes the option to lock
out the power and NMI switches on the Control Panel or set up a system password.
Dell PowerEdge R310 Technical Guide
section in the Hardware Owner's Manual.

Figure 16. Intrusion Detection Switch

Opening and Closing the System
section in the Hardware
Intrusion Detection
Switch
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