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Dell EMC PowerEdge R7525
Installation and Service Manual
Regulatory Model: E68S
Regulatory Type: E68S001
July 2020
Rev. A02

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  • Page 1 Dell EMC PowerEdge R7525 Installation and Service Manual Regulatory Model: E68S Regulatory Type: E68S001 July 2020 Rev. A02...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Figures............................7 Tables............................11 Chapter 1: About this document......................14 Chapter 2: System overview......................15 Front view of the system..............................15 Left control panel view..............................18 Right control panel view..............................19 Rear view of the system..............................20 Inside the system ................................22 Locating the Express Service Code and Service Tag.....................24 System information label..............................
  • Page 3 Removing the system cover............................49 Installing the system cover............................50 Drive backplane cover................................. 51 Removing the drive backplane cover...........................51 Installing the drive backplane cover..........................52 Control panel..................................53 Removing the right control panel..........................53 Installing the right control panel...........................54 Removing the left control panel..........................55 Installing the left control panel.............................56 Air shroud.....................................
  • Page 4 Processor and heat sink..............................94 Removing a heat sink..............................94 Removing the processor...............................95 Installing the processor..............................97 Installing the heat sink..............................99 Expansion cards and expansion card risers........................101 Expansion card installation guidelines.........................101 Removing the expansion card risers.......................... 127 Installing the expansion card risers..........................130 Removing expansion card from the expansion card riser..................
  • Page 5 Removing the system board............................166 Installing the system board............................168 Restoring Service Tag using Easy Restore....................... 170 LOM card and rear I/O board............................170 Removing the LOM card and rear I/O board......................170 Installing the LOM card and rear I/O board.......................171 Chapter 6: Upgrade Kits....................... 173 GPU kit....................................
  • Page 6 Chapter 10: Getting help......................206 Recycling or End-of-Life service information........................206 Contacting Dell.................................. 206 Accessing system information by using QRL........................ 206 Quick Resource Locator for PowerEdge R7525 system..................207 Receiving automated support with SupportAssist ...................... 207 Chapter 11: Documentation resources................... 208 Contents...

  • Page 7: Figures

    Figures Front view of the 24 x 2.5-inch drive system......................15 Front view of the 16 x 2.5-inch drive system......................15 Front view of the 8 x 2.5-inch drive system......................16 Front view of the 12 x 3.5-inch drive system......................16 Front view of the 8 x 3.5-inch drive system......................17 Left control panel without optional iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicator..............18 Left control panel with optional iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicator................
  • Page 8 Installing a drive blank..............................70 Removing a drive carrier............................71 Installing a drive carrier..............................72 Removing the drive from the drive carrier......................73 Installing a drive into the drive carrier........................74 8 x 2.5-inch drive backplane.............................75 8 x 3.5-inch drive backplane.............................75 12x 3.5-inch drive backplane............................ 75 16 x 2.5-inch drive backplane...........................
  • Page 9 Installing the expansion card riser (Riser 2)......................131 Installing the expansion card riser (Riser 3)......................131 Installing the expansion card riser (Riser 4)......................132 Removing expansion card from the expansion card riser................... 133 Installing the filler bracket............................133 Removing the filler bracket............................. 134 Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser..................
  • Page 10 System board jumpers and connectors.........................180 Chassis dimensions..............................185 Status LED indicators...............................197 System health and system ID indicator......................... 198 LCD panel features..............................200 NIC indicator codes..............................201 AC PSU status indicator............................202 Drive indicators................................ 204 Quick Resource Locator for PowerEdge R7525 system..................207 Figures...

  • Page 11: Tables

    Tables Features available on the front of the system......................16 Features available on the front of the system......................17 Left control panel................................18 Right control panel..............................19 Rear view of the system............................20 Rear view of the system with 2 x 2.5-inch rear drive module................21 Interfaces to set up iDRAC IP address........................28 Resources to install the operating system......................30 Options to download firmware..........................30...
  • Page 12 Expansion card slots supported on the system board..................188 Memory specifications.............................189 Memory module sockets............................189 PowerEdge R7525 system controller cards......................189 PowerEdge R7525 Front PERC and Adapter PERC support on back planes..........190 PowerEdge R7525 system USB specifications....................190 NIC port specification............................... 191 Supported SD card storage capacity........................191 Supported front video resolution options......................
  • Page 13 Status LED indicators and descriptions......................... 197 System health and system ID indicator codes......................198 iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicators and descriptions....................199 iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes......................... 199 LCD panel features..............................200 Setup menu................................201 View menu.................................201 NIC indicator codes..............................201 AC PSU status indicator codes..........................202 DC PSU status indicator codes..........................

  • Page 14: Chapter 1: About This Document

    About this document This document provides an overview about the system, information about installing and replacing components, technical specifications, diagnostic tools, and guidelines to be followed while installing certain components. About this document...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2: System Overview

    System overview The PowerEdge R7525 system is a dual socket, 2U rack server that supports: • Two AMD EPYC 7002 series processors • 32 DIMM slots • Two redundant AC or DC power supply units • Up to 12 x 3.5-inch, 8 x 3.5-inch, or 24 x 2.5-inch, 16 x 2.5-inch, 8 x 2.5-inch, or 2 x 2.5-inch (rear), SAS, SATA, or NVMe drives.

  • Page 16: Front View Of The 8 X 2.5-Inch Drive System

    Figure 3. Front view of the 8 x 2.5-inch drive system Figure 4. Front view of the 12 x 3.5-inch drive system Table 1. Features available on the front of the system Item Ports, panels, and slots Icon Description Left control panel Contains the system health, system ID, status LED, and the iDRAC Quick Sync 2 (wireless) indicator.

  • Page 17: Front View Of The 8 X 3.5-Inch Drive System

    Figure 5. Front view of the 8 x 3.5-inch drive system Table 2. Features available on the front of the system Item Ports, panels, and slots Icon Description Left control panel Contains the system health, system ID, status LED, and the iDRAC Quick Sync 2 (wireless) indicator.

  • Page 18: Left Control Panel View

    Left control panel view Figure 6. Left control panel without optional iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicator Figure 7. Left control panel with optional iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicator Table 3. Left control panel Item Indicator, button, or Icon Description connector Status LED indicators Indicates the status of the system.

  • Page 19: Right Control Panel View

    Right control panel view Figure 8. Right control panel view Table 4. Right control panel Item Indicator or button Icon Description VGA port Enables you to connect a display device to the system. For more information, see the Technical Specifications section.

  • Page 20: Rear View Of The System

    Rear view of the system Figure 9. Rear view of the system Table 5. Rear view of the system Item Ports, panels, or slots Icon Description PCIe expansion card riser 1 The expansion card riser enables you to connect PCI Express expansion (slot 1 and slot 2) cards.

  • Page 21: Rear View Of The System With 2 X 2.5-Inch Rear Drive Module

    Table 5. Rear view of the system (continued) Item Ports, panels, or slots Icon Description OCP NIC port (optional) This port supports OCP 3.0. The NIC ports are integrated on the OCP card which is connected to the system board. NIC port (1,2) The NIC ports are embedded on the LOM card that is connected to the system board.

  • Page 22: Inside The System

    Table 6. Rear view of the system with 2 x 2.5-inch rear drive module (continued) Item Ports, panels, or slots Icon Description To reset iDRAC, press and hold the button for more than 16 seconds. NOTE: • To reset iDRAC using system ID, ensure that the system ID button is enabled in the iDRAC setup.

  • Page 23: Inside The System With Full Length Risers

    5. Heat sink for processor 1 6. Memory DIMM socket for processor 1 (E,F,G,H) 7. Cooling fan assembly 8. Service tag 9. Drive backplane 10. Cooling fan cage assembly 11. Memory DIMM socket for processor 2 (A,B,C,D) 12. Heat sink for processor 2 13.

  • Page 24: Locating The Express Service Code And Service Tag

    The Mini Enterprise Service Tag (MEST) label is located on the rear of the system that includes Service Tag (ST), Express Service Code (Exp Svc Code), and Manufacture Date (Mfg. Date). The Exp Svc Code is used by Dell EMC to route support calls to the appropriate personnel.

  • Page 25: Service Information

    Figure 14. Service information System overview...

  • Page 26: Memory Information And System Board Connectors

    Figure 15. Memory information and system board connectors Figure 16. LED behavior, configuration and layout, express service tag for 2.5-inch HDD system System overview...

  • Page 27: Rail Sizing And Rack Compatibility Matrix

    Figure 17. LED behavior, configuration and layout, express service tag for 3.5-inch HDD system Rail sizing and rack compatibility matrix For specific information about the rail solutions compatible with your system, refer to the Dell EMC Enterprise Systems Rail Sizing and Rack Compatibility Matrix available at https://i.dell.com/sites/csdocuments/Business_solutions_engineering-Docs_Documents/en/rail-...

  • Page 28: Chapter 3: Initial System Setup And Configuration

    Initial system setup and configuration This section describes the tasks for initial setup and configuration of the Dell EMC system. The sections provide general steps that you must complete to set up the system and the reference guides for detailed information.

  • Page 29: Options To Log In To Idrac

    Table 7. Interfaces to set up iDRAC IP address (continued) Interface Documentation links OpenManage Deployment Toolkit OpenManage Deployment Toolkit User’s Guide at www.dell.com/ openmanagemanuals > OpenManage Deployment Toolkit. Lifecycle Controller Lifecycle Controller User’s Guide at https://www.dell.com/ idracmanuals or for system specific Lifecycle Controller User’s Guide, go to https://www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals >...

  • Page 30: Options To Download Firmware

    NOTE: For more information about Installation and How-to videos for supported operating systems on PowerEdge system see, Supported Operating Systems for Dell EMC PowerEdge systems. Options to download firmware You can download firmware from Dell support site. For information, see the Downloading drivers and firmware section.

  • Page 31: Downloading Drivers And Firmware

    Steps 1. Go to www.dell.com/support/drivers. 2. Enter the Service Tag of the system in the Enter a Dell Service Tag, Dell EMC Product ID or Model field, and then press Enter. NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, select Detect PC to automatically detect the Service Tag, or click Browse all products, and navigate to your product.

  • Page 32: Chapter 4: Pre-Operating System Management Applications

    Pre-operating system management applications You can manage basic settings and features of a system without booting to the operating system by using the system firmware. Options to manage the pre-operating system applications You can use any one of the following options to manage the pre-operating system applications: •...

  • Page 33: System Bios

    System BIOS To view the System BIOS screen, power on the system, press F2, and click System Setup Main Menu > System BIOS. Table 12. System BIOS details Option Description System Information Provides information about the system such as the system model name, BIOS version, and Service Tag.

  • Page 34: Memory Settings Details

    Table 13. System Information details (continued) Option Description UEFI Compliance Version Specifies the UEFI compliance level of the system firmware. AGESA Version Specifies the AGESA reference code version. SMU Version Specifies the SMU firmware version. DXIO Version Specifies the DXIO firmware version. Memory Settings To view the Memory Settings screen, power on the system, press F2, and click System Setup Main Menu >...

  • Page 35: Processor N Details

    Table 15. Processor Settings details (continued) Option Description L1 Stream HW Prefetcher Enables or disables the L1 stream hardware prefetcher. This option is set to Enabled by default. L2 Stream HW Prefetcher Enables or disables the L2 stream hardware prefetcher. This option is set to Enabled by default.

  • Page 36: Boot Settings Details

    Table 17. SATA Settings details (continued) Option Description 1. You might also need to change the Boot Mode setting to UEFI. Otherwise, you should set the field to Non-RAID mode. 2. No ESXi and Ubuntu OS support under RAID mode. Security Freeze Lock Sends Security Freeze Lock command to the embedded SATA drives during POST.

  • Page 37: Uefi Boot Settings

    Table 19. Boot Settings details (continued) Option Description Boot Sequence Retry Enables or disables the Boot Sequence Retry feature. If this option is set to Enabled and the system fails to boot, the system re-attempts the boot sequence after 30 seconds. This option is set to Enabled by default.

  • Page 38: Network Settings Details

    Network Settings To view the Network Settings screen, power on the system, press F2, and click System Setup Main Menu > System BIOS > Network Settings. Linux Network Tuning Guide for AMD EPYC NOTE: For information about Linux network performance settings, see the Processor Based Servers at AMD.com.

  • Page 39: Uefi Iscsi Settings Screen Details

    Table 23. HTTP Device n Settings details (continued) Option Description Secondary DNS Specifies the secondary DNS server IP address for the HTTP Device. Obtain URI from the DHCP server if not specified Table 24. UEFI iSCSI Settings screen details Option Description iSCSI Initiator Name Specifies the name of the iSCSI initiator in IQN format.

  • Page 40: Serial Communication Details

    Table 26. Integrated Devices details (continued) Option Description even if add-in graphic cards are installed. When set to Disabled, an add-in graphics card will be used as the primary display. BIOS will output displays to both the primary add-in video and the embedded video during POST and pre-boot environment. The embedded video will then be disabled right before the operating system boots.

  • Page 41: System Profile Settings Details

    Table 27. Serial Communication details (continued) Option Description NOTE: You can use only Serial Device 2 for the Serial Over LAN (SOL) feature. To use console redirection by SOL, configure the same port address for console redirection and the serial device. NOTE: Every time the system boots, the BIOS syncs the serial MUX setting that is saved in iDRAC.

  • Page 42: System Security Details

    Table 28. System Profile Settings details (continued) Option Description Determinism Slider Set the system determinism by Power Determinism or Performance Determinism. This option is set to Power Determinism by default. Efficiency Optimized Mode Efficiency Optimized Mode maximizes Performance-per-Watt by opportunistically reducing frequency/power.
  • Page 43 Using your system password to secure your system About this task If you have assigned a setup password, the system accepts your setup password as an alternate system password. Steps 1. Turn on or reboot your system. 2. Type the system password and press Enter. Next steps When Password Status is set to Locked, type the system password and press Enter when prompted at reboot.

  • Page 44: Idrac Settings Utility

    Redundant OS Control To view the Redundant OS Control screen, power on the system, press F2, and click System Setup Main Menu > System BIOS > Redundant OS Control. Table 30. Redundant OS Control details Option Description Redundant OS Location Enables you to select a backup disk from the following devices: •...

  • Page 45: Device Settings

    For more information about using iDRAC, see Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/ idracmanuals. Device Settings Device Settings enables you to configure device parameters such as storage controllers or network cards. Dell Lifecycle Controller Dell Lifecycle Controller (LC) provides advanced embedded systems management capabilities including system deployment, configuration, update, maintenance, and diagnosis.

  • Page 46: Chapter 5: Installing And Removing System Components

    Installing and removing system components Topics: • Safety instructions • Before working inside your system • After working inside your system • Recommended tools • Optional front bezel • System cover • Drive backplane cover • Control panel • Air shroud •...

  • Page 47: Before Working Inside Your System

    NOTE: It is recommended that you always use an antistatic mat and antistatic strap while working on components inside the system. NOTE: While replacing the hot swappable PSU, after next server boot; the new PSU automatically updates to the same firmware and configuration of the replaced one.

  • Page 48: Optional Front Bezel

    Optional front bezel Removing the front bezel The procedure to remove the front bezel with and without the LCD panel is the same. Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Keep the bezel key handy. NOTE: The bezel key is part of the LCD bezel package.

  • Page 49: System Cover

    Steps 1. Align and insert the tabs on the bezel into the slots on the system. 2. Press the bezel until the release button clicks in place. 3. Lock the bezel. Figure 19. Installing the front bezel System cover Removing the system cover Prerequisites 1.

  • Page 50: Installing The System Cover

    Figure 20. Removing the system cover Next steps Replace the system cover. Installing the system cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 51: Drive Backplane Cover

    Figure 21. Installing the system cover Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. Drive backplane cover Removing the drive backplane cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46.

  • Page 52: Installing The Drive Backplane Cover

    Figure 22. Removing the drive backplane cover Next steps Replace the drive backplane cover. Installing the drive backplane cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. Steps 1. Align the drive backplane cover with the guide slots on the system. 2.

  • Page 53: Control Panel

    Figure 23. Installing the drive backplane cover Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. Control panel Removing the right control panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46.

  • Page 54: Installing The Right Control Panel

    Figure 24. Removing the right control panel Next steps Replace the right control panel. Installing the right control panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 55: Removing The Left Control Panel

    NOTE: The numbers on the image do not depict the exact steps. The numbers are for representation of sequence. Figure 25. Installing the right control panel Next steps Install the side wall bracket. Install the cooling fan assembly. Install the drive backplane cover.

  • Page 56: Installing The Left Control Panel

    Steps 1. Disconnect the control panel cable from the connector on the system board. 2. Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the left control panel and the left control panels cable cover to the system. 3. Hold the left control panel cable, and slide the left control panel out of the system. NOTE: Observe the routing of the cable as you remove the right control panel from the system.

  • Page 57: Installing The Left Control Panel

    NOTE: Route the cable properly to prevent the cable from being pinched or crimped. 4. Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, tighten the screws to secure the left control panel and the left control panel cable cover to the system. NOTE: The numbers on the image do not depict the exact steps.

  • Page 58: Air Shroud

    Air shroud Removing the air shroud Prerequisites CAUTION: Never operate your system with the air shroud removed. The system may get overheated quickly, resulting in shutdown of the system and loss of data. 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46.

  • Page 59: Removing The Gpu Air Shroud

    2. Lower the air shroud into the system until it is firmly seated. Figure 29. Installing the air shroud Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. Removing the GPU air shroud Prerequisites CAUTION: Never operate your system with the air shroud removed.

  • Page 60: Installing The Gpu Air Shroud

    Figure 30. Removing the GPU air shroud Next steps Replace the air shroud. Installing the GPU air shroud Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 61: Removing The Gpu Air Shroud Top Cover

    Figure 31. Installing the GPU air shroud Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. Removing the GPU air shroud top cover Prerequisites CAUTION: Never operate your system with the air shroud removed. The system may get overheated quickly, resulting in shutdown of the system and loss of data.

  • Page 62: Installing The Gpu Air Shroud Top Cover

    Figure 32. Removing the GPU air shroud top cover Next steps Replace the GPU air shroud top cover. Installing the GPU air shroud top cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 63: Cooling Fan

    Figure 33. Installing the GPU air shroud top cover Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. Cooling fan Removing the cooling fan cage assembly Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46.

  • Page 64: Installing The Cooling Fan Cage Assembly

    Figure 34. Removing the cooling fan cage assembly Next steps Install the cooling fan cage assembly. Installing the cooling fan cage assembly Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. CAUTION: Ensure that the cables inside the system are correctly installed and retained by the cable retention bracket before installing the cooling fan cage assembly.

  • Page 65: Removing A Cooling Fan

    Figure 35. Installing the cooling fan cage assembly Next steps 1. If removed, install the air shroud. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. Removing a cooling fan Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46.

  • Page 66: Installing A Cooling Fan

    Figure 36. Removing a cooling fan Next steps Replace a cooling fan. Installing a cooling fan Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 67: Side Wall Bracket

    Figure 37. Installing a cooling fan Next steps 1. If removed, install the air shroud. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. Side wall bracket Removing the side wall bracket Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46.

  • Page 68: Installing The Side Wall Bracket

    Figure 38. Removing the side wall bracket Next steps Replace the side wall bracket. Installing the side wall bracket Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 69: Drives

    Figure 39. Installing the side wall bracket Next steps Replace the cooling fan assembly. 2. If removed, install the air shroud. Install the backplane cover. 4. If installed, install the front bezel. 5. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 70: Installing A Drive Blank

    Figure 40. Removing a drive blank Next steps Replace the drive blank. Installing a drive blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. Steps Insert the drive blank into the drive slot until the release button clicks into place. Figure 41.

  • Page 71: Installing The Drive Carrier

    CAUTION: Before attempting to remove or install a drive while the system is running, see the documentation for the storage controller card to ensure that the host adapter is configured correctly to support drive removal and insertion. CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports drive installation. For more information about the drives installation or uninstallation requirements, see the operating system's user guide.

  • Page 72: Removing The Drive From The Drive Carrier

    1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. 3. Remove the drive carrier or remove the drive blank when you want to assemble the drives in to the system. Steps 1.

  • Page 73: Installing The Drive Into The Drive Carrier

    Figure 44. Removing the drive from the drive carrier Next steps Install the drive into the drive carrier. Installing the drive into the drive carrier Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel.

  • Page 74: Drive Backplane

    System Supported hard drives options 3.5-inch (x8) SAS, SATA backplane 3.5-inch (x12) SAS or SATA backplane PowerEdge R7525 2.5-inch (x8) SAS, SATA or NVMe backplane 2.5-inch (x16) SAS or SATA backplane 2.5-inch (x24) NVMe backplane Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 75: 12X 3.5-Inch Drive Backplane

    Figure 46. 8 x 2.5-inch drive backplane 1. BP_PWR_CTRL 2. BP_DST_SA1 (PERC to backplane) 3. DST_PA1 (PCIe/NVMe connector) 4. DST_PB1 (PCIe/NVMe connector) 5. DST_PA2 (PCIe/NVMe connector) 6. BP_PWR_1 (backplane power and signal cable to system board) 7. DST_PB2 (PCIe/NVMe connector) Figure 47.

  • Page 76: Removing The Drive Backplane

    Figure 49. 16 x 2.5-inch drive backplane 1. DST_SB1 (backplane to front PERC) 2. DST_PWR_1 (backplane power and signal cable to system board) 3. BP_PWR_CTRL (front PERC power and control signal) 4. BP_DST_SA1 (backplane to front PERC) Figure 50. 24 x 2.5-inch drive backplane 1.

  • Page 77: Installing The Drive Backplane

    Steps 1. Press the blue release tabs to disengage the drive backplane from the hooks on the system. 2. Lift and pull the drive backplane out of the system. NOTE: To avoid damaging the backplane, ensure that you move the control panel cables from the cable routing clips before removing the backplane.

  • Page 78: Installing The Drive Backplane

    2. Insert the backplane into the guides and lower the backplane until the blue release tabs clicks into place. 3. Route the cables properly through the cable guide and connect the cables to the connector on the system board. Figure 52. Installing the drive backplane Next steps Install the cooling fan cage assembly.

  • Page 79: Cable Routing

    Cable routing Figure 53. 12x 3.5-inch Figure 54. 8 x 3.5-inch Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 80 Figure 55. 16 x 2.5-inch Figure 56. 24 x 2.5-inch with NVMe Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 81 Figure 57. 12 x 3.5-inch with rear hard drives Figure 58. 12 x 3.5-inch with NVMe Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 82: Rear Drive Cage

    Figure 59. 8 x 2.5-inch with rear NVMe drives Figure 60. 8 x 2.5-inch with NVMe Rear drive cage Removing the rear drive cage Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 83: Installing The Rear Drive Cage

    Remove all the drives. 4. Disconnect all the cables from the rear drive cage. 5. If installed, remove the expansion card riser. Steps 1. Loosen the captive screws that secure the rear drive cage to the system. 2. Push the guide hole tab to release the rear drive cage from the system and lift the rear drive cage away from the system. Figure 61.

  • Page 84: Front Perc Module

    Figure 62. Installing the rear drive cage Next steps 1. Replace the expansion card riser, if needed. 2. Connect all the cables to the rear drive cage. Install all the drives. 4. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 85: Installing The Front Mounting Front Perc Module

    Figure 63. Removing the front mounting front PERC module Next steps Replace the front mounting front PERC module. Installing the front mounting front PERC module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 86: Removing The Rear Mounting Front Perc Module

    Figure 64. Installing the front mounting front PERC module Next steps 1. Reconnect all the required cables. 2. If removed, install the air shroud. Install the drive backplane cover. 4. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 87: Installing The Rear Mounting Front Perc Module

    Figure 65. Removing the rear mounting front PERC module Next steps Replace the rear mounting front PERC module. Installing the rear mounting front PERC module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 88: System Memory

    System memory System memory guidelines The PowerEdge R7525 system supports DDR4 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs) and Load Reduced DIMM (LRDIMMs). System memory holds the instructions that are started by the processor. Your system memory is organized into eight channels per processor (two memory sockets per channel),16 memory sockets per processor and 32 memory sockets per system.

  • Page 89: General Memory Module Installation Guidelines

    Figure 67. Memory channels Memory channels are organized as follows: Table 34. Memory channels Processor Channel Channel B Channel C Channel D Channel E Channel F Channel G Channel H Processor 1 Slots A6 Slots A5 Slots A2 and Slots A1 and Slots A8 and Slots A7 and Slots A4 and...

  • Page 90: Memory Population Rules

    configuration, or operate with reduced memory. This section provides information on the memory population rules and about the non- uniform memory access (NUMA) for single or dual processor system. The memory bus may operate at speeds of 3200 MT/s, 2933 MT/s, or 2666 MT/s depending on the following factors: •...

  • Page 91: Supported Nps Modes By Processors

    NOTE: System is functional when UEFI0391 message is displayed. However, the system may not be configured for optimal performance. NPS system optimization Optimal system configuration is dependent on the processor model, memory configuration, and NPS settings. Match the memory configuration with the NPS settings available for the processor. Table 37.

  • Page 92: Removing A Memory Module

    Table 38. Optimal NPS configuration (continued) Number of DIMMs per processor • Recommended NPS setting is marked by X that indicate optimal performance. • NPS0 is only available for dual processor systems and is the preferred setting. • The NPS setting that are blank are functional. However, indicate non-optimal performance. •...

  • Page 93: Installing A Memory Module

    Steps 1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket. 2. To release the memory module from the socket, simultaneously press the ejectors on both ends of the memory module socket. CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory module or metallic contacts.

  • Page 94: Processor And Heat Sink

    CAUTION: Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module; apply pressure at both ends of the memory module evenly. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module or the memory module socket during installation, do not bend or flex the memory module;...

  • Page 95: Removing The Processor

    NOTE: The procedure to uninstall standard and L-type heat sink is similar. Steps 1. Using a Torx #T20 screwdriver, loosen the captive screws in the order that is mentioned on the heat sink: a. Partially loosen the captive screws 1 and 2 (approximately 3 turns). b.

  • Page 96: Removing Screws On The Force Plate

    NOTE: The screw numbers are marked on the force plate. Figure 71. Removing screws on the force plate 2. Release the processor socket rail frame by lifting the blue latches. Figure 72. Lifting the rail frame 3. Holding the blue tab on the processor tray, slide the tray out of the rail frame. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 97: Installing The Processor

    Figure 73. Removing the processor tray Next steps Replace the processor. Installing the processor Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47. Remove the heat sink.

  • Page 98: Placing The Processor Tray Into The Rail Frame

    Figure 74. Placing the processor tray into the rail frame 2. Push the rail frame down until the blue latches lock into place. Figure 75. Closing the rail frame 3. Secure the force plate to the processor socket base by tightening the screws in the sequence 1, 2, and 3. When all three screws are fully threaded, the socket is then actuated.

  • Page 99: Installing The Heat Sink

    Figure 76. Securing the force plate Next steps Install the heat sink. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. Installing the heat sink Prerequisites Never uninstall the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to replace the processor or system board. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.

  • Page 100: Applying Thermal Grease

    Figure 77. Applying thermal grease CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and contaminating the processor socket. NOTE: The thermal grease syringe is intended for single use only. Dispose of the syringe after you use it. 3.

  • Page 101: Expansion Cards And Expansion Card Risers

    A system event entry is logged in the iDRAC Lifecycle Controller if an expansion card riser is not supported or missing. It does not prevent your system from turning on. However, if a F1/F2 pause occurs with an error message, see Troubleshooting expansion cards section in the Dell EMC PowerEdge Servers Troubleshooting Guide at www.dell.com/ poweredgemanuals.

  • Page 102: Configuration 0 - No Riser

    Table 39. Expansion card riser configurations (continued) Expansion card riser PCIe slots Processor Height Length Slot connection width Slot 7 Riser 4 Processor 2 Full Height Half Length Slot 8 NOTE: The expansion-card slots are not hot-swappable. The following table provides guidelines for installing expansion cards to ensure proper cooling and mechanical fit. The expansion cards with the highest priority should be installed first using the slot priority indicated.

  • Page 103: Configuration 2: R1B+ R4B

    Table 41. Configuration 1: R1B (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Broadcom (NIC: 1 Gb) Samsung (PCIE SSD) Intel (PCIE SSD) Dell PERC Adapter Dell BOSS Adapter Dell Front PERC Internal slot Mellanox (OCP: 100 Gb) Internal slot Mellanox (OCP: 50 Gb) Internal slot Broadcom (OCP: 25 Gb)

  • Page 104: Configuration 3: R1A + R2A + R3A + R4A

    Table 42. Configuration 2: R1B+ R4B (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Broadcom (NIC: 10 Gb) 1, 2, 7 QLogic (NIC: 10 Gb) 1, 2, 7 Intel (NIC: 10 Gb) 1, 2, 7 Intel (NIC: 1 Gb) 1, 2, 7 Broadcom (NIC: 1 Gb) 1, 2, 7...
  • Page 105 Table 43. Configuration 3: R1A + R2A + R3A + R4A (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards SolarFlare (NIC: 25 Gb - Full Height) 2, 5, 7 SolarFlare (NIC: 25 Gb - Low Profile) 3, 6 Broadcom (NIC: 25 Gb - Full Height) 2, 5, 7 Broadcom (NIC: 25 Gb - Low Profile) 3, 6...

  • Page 106: Configuration 6: R1C + R2A + R3A + R4C

    Table 43. Configuration 3: R1A + R2A + R3A + R4A (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards QLogic (OCP: 25 Gb) Internal slot Mellanox (OCP: 25 Gb) Internal slot SolarFlare (OCP: 25 Gb) Internal slot Intel (OCP: 25 Gb) Internal slot Intel (OCP: 10 Gb) Internal slot...
  • Page 107 Table 44. Configuration 6: R1C + R2A + R3A + R4C (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Emulex (HBA: FC16 - Low Profile) 3, 6 QLogic (HBA: FC16 - Full Height) 1, 2, 5, 7, 8 QLogic (HBA: FC16 - Low Profile) 3, 6 Intel (NIC: 10 Gb - Full Height) 1, 2, 5, 7, 8...

  • Page 108: Configuration 7: R1D + R2A + R3B + R4D

    Table 45. Configuration 7: R1D + R2A + R3B + R4D Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Dell Serial 4, 8 Dell BOSS Adapter (Full Height) 4, 5 Dell BOSS Adapter (Low Profile) 3, 6 Mellanox (NIC: 100 Gb - Low Profile) 3, 6 Intel (NIC: 25 Gb - Full Height) 4, 5...

  • Page 109: Configuration 8: R1A + R2A + R4A

    Table 45. Configuration 7: R1D + R2A + R3B + R4D (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Dell (External adapter - Low Profile) 3, 6 Samsung (PCIe SSD) 3, 6, 4, 5 Intel (PCIe SSD) 3, 6, 4, 5 Broadcom (OCP: 25 Gb) Internal slot QLogic (OCP: 25 Gb)
  • Page 110 Table 46. Configuration 8: R1A + R2A + R4A (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards QLogic (HBA: FC32 - Low Profile) 3, 6 Emulex (HBA: FC16 - Full Height) 2, 7 Emulex (HBA: FC16 - Low Profile) 3, 6 QLogic (HBA: FC16 - Full Height) 2, 7...

  • Page 111: Configuration 9: R1B + R2A + R4B

    Table 46. Configuration 8: R1A + R2A + R4A (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Intel (OCP: 1 Gb) Internal slot Table 47. Configuration 9: R1B + R2A + R4B Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Dell Serial Dell BOSS Adapter (Full Height) 1, 2, 7, 8...

  • Page 112: Configuration 10: R1B + R2A + R4B

    Table 47. Configuration 9: R1B + R2A + R4B (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Broadcom (NIC: 1 Gb - Low Profile) 3, 6 Mellanox (NIC: HDR100 VPI - Low Profile) 3, 6 Mellanox (NIC:HDR VPI - Low Profile) 3, 6 Dell (External adapter - Full Height) 1, 2, 7...
  • Page 113 Table 48. Configuration 10: R1B + R2A + R4B (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Emulex (HBA: FC32 - Full Height) 1, 2, 7 Emulex (HBA: FC32 - Low Profile) 3, 6 QLogic (HBA: FC32 - Full Height) 1, 2, 7 QLogic (HBA: FC32 - Low Profile) 3, 6...

  • Page 114: Config11:R1D+R2A+R3B+R4B

    Table 48. Configuration 10: R1B + R2A + R4B (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Intel (OCP: 1 Gb) Internal slot Table 49. Config11:R1D+R2A+R3B+R4B Agile Supplier Categor Card Slot Bracket Max # Standar Card Card Card Descript Priority Priority Height...
  • Page 115 Table 49. Config11:R1D+R2A+R3B+R4B (continued) Agile Supplier Categor Card Slot Bracket Max # Standar Card Card Card Descript Priority Priority Height of Cards d or Width Length Height PCIe Allowed DSSINF Width FPERC,V ASSY,CR Inventec Front 1500 NONE Standard NONE NONE NONE D,CTL,H PERC...
  • Page 116 Table 49. Config11:R1D+R2A+R3B+R4B (continued) Agile Supplier Categor Card Slot Bracket Max # Standar Card Card Card Descript Priority Priority Height of Cards d or Width Length Height PCIe Allowed DSSINF Width CRD,NT Mellanox NIC: 2700 3, 6 Standard SW WK,100G 100Gb ,CX5,DP, QSF,ML...
  • Page 117 Table 49. Config11:R1D+R2A+R3B+R4B (continued) Agile Supplier Categor Card Slot Bracket Max # Standar Card Card Card Descript Priority Priority Height of Cards d or Width Length Height PCIe Allowed DSSINF Width CRD,CTL Emulex HBA: 5300 3, 6 Standard SW ,EMLX,L FC32 P,FC32,1 P,S28...
  • Page 118 Table 49. Config11:R1D+R2A+R3B+R4B (continued) Agile Supplier Categor Card Slot Bracket Max # Standar Card Card Card Descript Priority Priority Height of Cards d or Width Length Height PCIe Allowed DSSINF Width A,DP,269 2,LP,V2 CRD,NT Intel NIC: 7000 4, 5, 7 Standard SW WK,4X10 10Gb...
  • Page 119 Table 49. Config11:R1D+R2A+R3B+R4B (continued) Agile Supplier Categor Card Slot Bracket Max # Standar Card Card Card Descript Priority Priority Height of Cards d or Width Length Height PCIe Allowed DSSINF Width ,QP,1G,B COM,V2 CRD,NT Broadco NIC: 1Gb 8400 3, 6 Standard SW WK,PCIE ,QP,1G,B...
  • Page 120 Table 49. Config11:R1D+R2A+R3B+R4B (continued) Agile Supplier Categor Card Slot Bracket Max # Standar Card Card Card Descript Priority Priority Height of Cards d or Width Length Height PCIe Allowed DSSINF Width OCP3,10 G,2P,SF CRD,NT Broadco OCP: 9900 OCP3 Standard NONE NONE NONE WK,BCM...
  • Page 121 Table 49. Config11:R1D+R2A+R3B+R4B (continued) Agile Supplier Categor Card Slot Bracket Max # Standar Card Card Card Descript Priority Priority Height of Cards d or Width Length Height PCIe Allowed DSSINF Width ASSY,CR FOXCON External 11200 4, 5, 7 Standard SW D,CTL,H Adapter 840,8GA,...

  • Page 122: Config12-1: R1D+R2A+R3A+R4A(Fl)

    Table 49. Config11:R1D+R2A+R3B+R4B (continued) Agile Supplier Categor Card Slot Bracket Max # Standar Card Card Card Descript Priority Priority Height of Cards d or Width Length Height PCIe Allowed DSSINF Width KIT,CRD, SAMSUN PCIE 12500 3, 6, 4, 5, LP/FH Standard SW NVME,1.
  • Page 123 Table 50. Config12-1: R1D+R2A+R3A+R4A(FL) (continued) Agile Description Supplier Category Card Priority CRD,GRPHC,NVIDIA,24GB,RTX NVIDIA 6000 CRD,GRPHC,NVIDIA,48GB,RTX NVIDIA 1000 8000 ADPT,CRD,FPGA,XLNX,225W, Xilinx Accelerators - FPGAs 1200 PSV,FH ASSY,CRD,CTL,H745,4GB,FPE Inventec Front PERC 1400 RC,V2 ASSY,CRD,CTL,H745,4GBNV,F Inventec Front PERC 1500 PERC ASSY,CRD,CTL,H345,FPERC,V FOXCONN Front PERC 1600 ASSY,CRD,CTL,H345,FPERC FOXCONN...
  • Page 124 Table 50. Config12-1: R1D+R2A+R3A+R4A(FL) (continued) Agile Description Supplier Category Card Priority CRD,NTWK,PCIE,DP,25G,57414 Broadcom NIC: 25Gb 4100 CRD,NTWK,QLGC,FH,25G,2P,S QLogic NIC: 25Gb 4200 CRD,NTWK,QLGC,LP,25G,2P,S QLogic NIC: 25Gb 4300 Intel NIC: 25Gb 4400 Intel NIC: 25Gb 4500 CRD,CTL,FC32,2P,LPE35002,E Emulex HBA: FC32 5000 CRD,CTL,FC32,2P,LPE35002,E Emulex HBA: FC32 5100...
  • Page 125 Table 50. Config12-1: R1D+R2A+R3A+R4A(FL) (continued) Agile Description Supplier Category Card Priority CRD,CTL,FC16,HBA,DP,2692,L QLogic HBA: FC16 6900 P,V2 CRD,NTWK,4X10G,SFP+,INTEL Intel NIC: 10Gb 7000 CRD,NTWK,10G,SFP Intel NIC: 10Gb 7100 +,DPFVL,IN,LP CRD,NTWK,10G,SFP+,DP Intel NIC: 10Gb 7200 FVL,INTEL CRD,NTWK,PCIE,DP,10G,57416, Broadcom NIC: 10Gb 7300 CRD,NTWK,PCIE,DP,10G,57416, Broadcom NIC: 10Gb 7400...
  • Page 126 Table 50. Config12-1: R1D+R2A+R3A+R4A(FL) (continued) Agile Description Supplier Category Card Priority CRD,NTWK,BCME,OCP3,25G,2 Broadcom OCP: 25Gb 9600 P,V2 CRD,NTWK,INTL,OCP3,10G,2P, Intel OCP: 10Gb 9800 CRD,NTWK,BCME,OCP3,10G,2 Broadcom OCP: 10Gb 9900 P,BT CRD,NTWK,BCME,OCP3,10G,2 Broadcom OCP: 10Gb 10000 P,SF+ CRD,NTWK,QLGC,OCP3,10G,2 QLogic OCP: 10Gb 10100 P,BT CRD,NTWK,QLGC,OCP3,10G,2 QLogic OCP: 10Gb...

  • Page 127: Removing The Expansion Card Risers

    Table 50. Config12-1: R1D+R2A+R3A+R4A(FL) (continued) Agile Description Supplier Category Card Priority KIT,CRD,NVME,1.6,HHHL,PM17 SAMSUNG PCIE SSD 12200 KIT,CRD,NVME,3.2,HHHL,PM17 SAMSUNG PCIE SSD 12300 KIT,CRD,NVME,6.4,HHHL,PM17 SAMSUNG PCIE SSD 12400 KIT,CRD,NVME,1.6,HHHL,PM17 SAMSUNG PCIE SSD 12500 KIT,CRD,NVME,1.6,HHHL,PM17 SAMSUNG PCIE SSD 12600 35,O KIT,CRD,NVME,3.2,HHHL,PM17 SAMSUNG PCIE SSD 12700 KIT,CRD,NVME,3.2,HHHL,PM17 SAMSUNG...

  • Page 128: Removing The Expansion Card Riser (Riser 1)

    Figure 79. Removing the expansion card riser (Riser 1) 2. For Riser 2, press the blue button on the riser, and holding the touch points lift the expansion card riser from the riser connector on the system board. Figure 80. Removing the expansion card riser (Riser 2) 3.

  • Page 129: Removing The Expansion Card Riser (Riser 3)

    Figure 81. Removing the expansion card riser (Riser 3) 4. For Riser 4, loosen the captive screw on the riser, and then press the blue release tab on the riser, and holding the touch point lift the expansion card riser from the riser connector on the system board. Figure 82.

  • Page 130: Installing The Expansion Card Risers

    Next steps Replace the expansion card riser. Installing the expansion card risers Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47. 3.

  • Page 131: Installing The Expansion Card Riser (Riser 2)

    Figure 84. Installing the expansion card riser (Riser 2) Figure 85. Installing the expansion card riser (Riser 3) Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 132: Removing Expansion Card From The Expansion Card Riser

    Figure 86. Installing the expansion card riser (Riser 4) Next steps 1. If required, re-connect the cables to the expansion card. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. 3. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card. Removing expansion card from the expansion card riser Prerequisites 1.

  • Page 133: Installing An Expansion Card Into The Expansion Card Riser

    Figure 87. Removing expansion card from the expansion card riser 4. If the expansion card is not going to be replaced, install a filler bracket and close the card retention latch. Figure 88. Installing the filler bracket Next steps 1. If applicable, install an expansion card into the expansion card riser.

  • Page 134: Removing The Filler Bracket

    2. If installed, remove the filler bracket. NOTE: Store the filler bracket for future use. Filler brackets must be installed in empty expansion card slots to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system.

  • Page 135: Removing The Full Length Expansion Card Risers

    Removing the full length expansion card risers Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system on page 47. Remove the GPU air shroud top cover.

  • Page 136: Removing The Expansion Card Riser (Riser 3A)

    Figure 92. Removing the expansion card riser (Riser 3A) 3. To remove expansion card Riser 4A: a. Disconnect the GPU power cable from the system board. b. Loosen the captive screw. c. Press the blue release tab and holding the edges lift the expansion card riser from the riser connector on the system board. Figure 93.

  • Page 137: Installing The Full Length Expansion Card Risers

    Installing the full length expansion card risers Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47. 3. If removed, install the GPU into the expansion card risers.

  • Page 138: Installing The Expansion Card Riser (Riser 3A)

    Figure 95. Installing the expansion card riser (Riser 3A) 2. To install the full length expansion card Riser 4A: a. Holding the edges or the touch points, align the holes on the expansion card riser with the guides on the system board. b.

  • Page 139: Removing A Gpu

    Next steps 1. If removed, install the GPU air shroud Install the GPU air shroud top cover. 3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. 4. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card. Removing a GPU Prerequisites 1.
  • Page 140 NOTE: The numbers on the image do not depict the exact steps. The numbers are for representation of sequence. Figure 98. Removing GPU 1 3. To remove the GPU from Riser 3 and 4: a. Slide the expansion card latch on the riser. b.
  • Page 141 Figure 99. Removing GPU 3 and 4 4. If you are removing the GPU permanently, install a filler bracket. NOTE: You must install a filler bracket over an empty expansion card slot to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system.

  • Page 142: Installing A Gpu

    Figure 100. Installing the metal filler bracket Next steps Replace the GPU. Installing a GPU Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47.
  • Page 143 Figure 101. Installing GPU on Riser 1 2. To install the GPU on Riser 3 and 4: a. Align the connector on the GPU with the connector on the riser. b. Insert the GPU into the riser until it is fully seated. c.

  • Page 144: Optional Serial Com Port

    Figure 102. Installing GPU on Riser 3 and Riser 4 Next steps 1. If removed, install the GPU air shroud Install the GPU air shroud top cover. Install the full length expansion card riser. 4. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 145: Removing The Serial Com Port

    Figure 103. Removing the Serial COM port 2. Disconnect the serial COM port cable from the serial port. Figure 104. Removing the Serial COM port Next steps Replace the serial COM port. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 146: Installing The Serial Com Port

    Installing the serial COM port Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47. Remove expansion card riser. 4. Disconnect the serial COM port cable from the connector on the rear I/O board. Steps 1.

  • Page 147: Optional Idsdm Module

    Figure 106. Installing the Serial COM port Next steps 1. Reconnect the serial COM port cable to the connector on the rear I/O board. Install the expansion card riser. 3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 148: Installing The Idsdm Module

    Figure 107. Removing the IDSDM module Next steps Replace the IDSDM module. Installing the IDSDM module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 149: Microsd Card

    Figure 108. Installing the IDSDM module Next steps Install the MicroSD cards. NOTE: Reinstall the Micro-SD cards into the same slots based on the labels you had marked on the cards during removal. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 150: Installing The Microsd Card

    Figure 109. Removing the MicroSD card Next steps Replace the MicroSD cards. Installing the MicroSD card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 151: M.2 Ssd Module

    Figure 110. Installing the MicroSD card Next steps Install the IDSDM module. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. M.2 SSD module Removing the M.2 SSD module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46.

  • Page 152: Installing The M.2 Ssd Module

    Figure 111. Removing the M.2 SSD module Next steps Replace the M.2 SSD module. Installing the M.2 SSD module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 153: System Battery

    Figure 112. Installing the M.2 SSD module Next steps 1. Install the BOSS card. Installing the BOSS is similar to installing expansion card into the expansion card riser. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system on page 47.

  • Page 154: Removing The System Battery

    Figure 113. Removing the system battery 2. To install a new system battery: a. Hold the battery with the positive side facing up and slide it under the securing tabs. b. Press the battery into the connector until it snaps into place. Figure 114.

  • Page 155: Optional Internal Usb Card

    b. Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup Time and Date fields. c. Exit the System Setup. d. To test the newly installed battery, remove the system from the enclosure for at least an hour. e. Reinstall the system into the enclosure after an hour. f.

  • Page 156: Installing The Internal Usb Card

    Installing the internal USB card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 47. Remove the expansion card risers. Steps 1. Connect the USB key to the internal USB card. NOTE: Ensure to install the internal USB card in the IDSDM/USB card slot and not in the J_R3_PCIE_PWR connector slot.

  • Page 157: Installing The Intrusion Switch Module

    NOTE: Ensure that you note the routing of the cables as you remove them from the system board. Route the cable properly when you replace it to prevent the cable from being pinched or crimped Steps 1. Disconnect the intrusion switch cable from the connector on the rear I/O board. 2.

  • Page 158: Optional Ocp Card

    4. Connect the intrusion switch cable to the connector on the rear I/O board. Figure 118. Installing the intrusion switch module Next steps Install the expansion card riser. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. Optional OCP card Removing the OCP card Prerequisites...

  • Page 159: Removing The Ocp Card

    Figure 119. Removing the OCP card 4. If the OCP card is not going to be replaced, install a filler bracket . Figure 120. Installation of filler bracket Next steps Replace the OCP card. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 160: Installing The Ocp Card

    Installing the OCP card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system on page 47. Remove the expansion card riser. Steps 1. If installed, remove the filler bracket. Figure 121.

  • Page 161: Power Supply Unit

    Figure 122. Installing the OCP card Next steps Install the expansion card riser 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. Power supply unit NOTE: While replacing the hot swappable PSU, after next server boot; the new PSU automatically updates to the same firmware and configuration of the replaced one.

  • Page 162: Removing A Power Supply Unit Blank

    Removing a power supply unit blank Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. Steps Pull the blank out of the system. CAUTION: To ensure proper system cooling, the PSU blank must be installed in the second PSU bay in a non-redundant configuration.

  • Page 163: Installing A Power Supply Unit

    Figure 123. Removing a power supply unit Next steps Replace the PSU install the PSU blank. Installing a power supply unit Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46. 2. For systems that support redundant PSU, ensure that both the PSUs are of the same type and have the same maximum output power.

  • Page 164: Trusted Platform Module

    Figure 124. Installing a power supply unit Next steps 1. If you have unlatched or removed the cable management accessory, re-install or relatch it. For information about the cable management when the PSU is removed or installed while the system is in the rack, see the system’s cable management accessory documentation at https://www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals.

  • Page 165: Initializing Tpm For Users

    2. Press to hold the module down and remove the screw using the security Torx 8-bit shipped with the TPM module. 3. Slide the TPM module out from its connector. 4. Push the plastic rivet away from the TPM connector and rotate it 90° counterclockwise to release it from the system board. 5.

  • Page 166: System Board

    2. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS > System Security Settings. 3. From the TPM Security option, select On. 4. Save the settings. 5. Restart your system. System board Removing the system board Prerequisites CAUTION: If you are using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) with an encryption key, you may be prompted to create a recovery key during program or System Setup.

  • Page 167: System Board Screw Location

    Figure 126. System board screw location 2. Using the system board holder and plunger, slide the system board towards the front of the system. 3. Lift the system board out of the chassis. Figure 127. Removing the system board Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 168: Installing The System Board

    Next steps Install the system board. Installing the system board Prerequisites NOTE: Before replacing the system board, replace the old iDRAC MAC address label in the Information tag with the iDRAC MAC address label of the replacement system board 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 46.

  • Page 169: System Board Screw Location

    Figure 129. System board screw location Next steps 1. Replace the following components: Trusted Platform Module (TPM). NOTE: The TPM Module must be replaced only while installing new system board. IDSDM module (if installed). Internal USB card (if installed). Power supply units (PSU).

  • Page 170: Restoring Service Tag Using Easy Restore

    Reenable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). See the Upgrading the Trusted Platform Module section. 4. If you are not using Easy restore, import your new or existing iDRAC Enterprise license. For more information, see the iDRAC User's Guide available at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals 5.

  • Page 171: Installing The Lom Card And Rear I/O Board

    Steps 1. Using a Phillips # 2 screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the LAN on Motherboard (LOM) card and rear I/O board to the system board. 2. Holding the edges, pull the LOM card or rear I/O board to disconnect from the connector on the system board. Figure 130.

  • Page 172: Installing The Lom Card And Rear I/O Board

    Figure 131. Installing the LOM card and rear I/O board Next steps Install the system board. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 47. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 173: Chapter 6: Upgrade Kits

    Upgrade Kits The table lists the available After Point Of Sale [APOS] kits. Table 51. Upgrade kits Kits Part number Related links to service instructions Bezel JYPW8/MPW3H (LCD) Installing the front bezel Boss Installing the M.2 SSD module Embedded management (IDSDM) C2KCJ IDSDM kit GPU kit...

  • Page 174: Gpu Kit

    GPU kit The GPU FL kit and HL kit are two different kits available for the Customer. Depending on the kit ordered, the respective components will be available. Table 52. GPU kit components Components GPU FL kit GPU HL kit Quantity Quantity Risers...

  • Page 175: Riser And Gpu Slot Configuration

    NOTE: All GPU/FPGA cards require L-type heat sink and GPU shroud, irrespective of the length. Remove the air shroud install the GPU air shroud. Remove the GPU air shroud top cover. NOTE: The GPU air shroud top cover is part of the GPU air shroud. Install the GPU.

  • Page 176: Installing Mylar Foam On The System Cover

    b. Twist the cable to 180 degrees to connect the MB_SL3 and MB_SL4 to the J_SL3 and J_SL4 connectors on the system board. c. Install the cable tie and tighten to fix the cables. d. To know the XGMI cable connectors on the system board, refer to the System board jumpers and connectors topic.

  • Page 177: Idsdm Kit

    IDSDM kit The IDSDM kit contains one IDSDM card. For installation procedure of IDSDM, see installing the IDSDM module section. NOTE: Ensure to install the IDSDM module in the IDSDM/USB card port and not in the J_R3_PCIE_PWR connector port. Figure 133. IDSDM port information Upgrade Kits...

  • Page 178: Internal Usb Card Kit

    Internal USB card kit The internal USB card kit contains one internal USB card. For installation of internal USB card, see installing the internal USB card section. NOTE: Ensure to install the internal USB card in the IDSDM/USB card port and not in the J_R3_PCIE_PWR connector port.

  • Page 179: Serial Com Port Kit

    Serial COM port kit The serial COM port kit contains the components listed in the table. Table 56. Serial COM port kit Components Quantity Serial COM port card Cable For installation procedure of the serial COM port, see installing the serial COM port section.

  • Page 180: Chapter 7: Jumpers And Connectors

    Jumpers and connectors This topic provides some basic and specific information about jumpers and switches. It also describes the connectors on the various boardsboard in the system. Jumpers on the system board help to disable the system and reset the passwords. To install components and cables correctly, you must know the connectors on the system board.

  • Page 181: Right Control Panel

    Table 57. System board jumpers and connectors (continued) Item Connector Description SL6_CPU2_PB4 PCIe/NVMe connector 6 IO_RISER3 (CPU2) Riser 3 SIG_PWR_3 GPU power J_R3_PCIE_PWR Riser 3 power connector Rear I/O connector Rear I/O connector Coin cell battery Coin cell battery Riser 2 IO_RISER2_A (CPU1) IO_RISER2_B (CPU2) OCP NIC 3.0 connector...

  • Page 182: System Board Jumper Settings

    Table 57. System board jumpers and connectors (continued) Item Connector Description CPU2 Processor 2 FAN_2U1_1U1/2 Fan 1 B1, B9, B2, B10, B5, B11, B6, B12 DIMMs for processor 2 channels A, B, C, D 42 . LFT_CP Left control panel System board jumper settings For information about resetting the password jumper to disable a password, see the Disabling a forgotten password...
  • Page 183 9. Replace the system cover. 10. Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet and power on the system, and all the attached peripherals. 11. Assign a new system and/or setup password. Jumpers and connectors...

  • Page 184: Chapter 8: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications The technical and environmental specifications of your system are outlined in this section. Topics: • Chassis dimensions • Chassis weight • Processor specifications • PSU specifications • Supported operating systems • Cooling fan specifications • System battery specifications •...

  • Page 185: Chassis Dimensions

    Chassis dimensions Figure 136. Chassis dimensions Table 59. PowerEdge R7525 Drives 12 drives 482.0 mm 434.0 mm 86.8 mm 700.7 mm 736.29 mm With bezel: 35.84 mm (1.4 (18.97 inches) (17.08 inches) (3.41 inches) (27.58 inches) (28.98 inches) inches) (Ear to rear wall)

  • Page 186: Chassis Weight

    Number of processors supported AMD EPYC 7002 series processor PSU specifications The PowerEdge R7525 system supports up to two AC or DC power supply units (PSUs). WARNING: Instructions for the qualified electricians only: System using -(48-60) V DC or 240 V DC power supplies are intended for restricted access locations in accordance with Articles 110-5, 110-6, 110-11, 110-14, and 110-17 of the National Electrical Code, American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70.

  • Page 187: Supported Operating Systems

    Low profile and Full Height- Half Length • VMware Cooling fan specifications The PowerEdge R7525 system supports up to six (STD), high performance (HPR), or very high performance (VHP) fans. Table 63. Cooling fan specifications Fan type Label color Label name...

  • Page 188: System Battery Specifications

    The PowerEdge R7525 system supports CR 2032 3.0-V lithium coin cell system battery. Expansion card riser specifications The PowerEdge R7525 system supports up to eight PCI express (PCIe) Gen 4 expansion cards. Table 64. Expansion card slots supported on the system board...

  • Page 189: Memory Specifications

    Full and Full Height- Height- Half Length Half Length Memory specifications The PowerEdge R7525 system supports the following memory specifications for optimized operation. Table 65. Memory specifications Single processor Dual processor DIMM type DIMM rank DIMM capacity Minimum RAM...

  • Page 190: Drive Specifications

    Table 68. PowerEdge R7525 Front PERC and Adapter PERC support on back planes Front PERC Adapter PERC 8 x 3.5 inches SAS/SATA 12 x 3.5 inches SAS/SATA 16 x 2.5 inches SAS/SATA 12 x 3.5 inches + Rear 2 x 2.5 inches 24 x 2.5 inches (16 SAS/SATA X 2.5 inches + 8 X 2.5 inches...

  • Page 191: Nic Port Specifications

    NIC port specifications The PowerEdge R7525 system supports up to two 10/100/1000 Mbps Network Interface Controller (NIC) ports embedded on the LAN on Motherboard (LOM) and integrated on the optional OCP cards. Table 70. NIC port specification Feature Specifications LOM card 1 GB x 2 OCP card (OCP 3.0)

  • Page 192: Environmental Specifications

    Table 73. Supported rear video resolution options Resolution Refresh rate (Hz) Color depth (bits) 1024 x 768 8, 16, 32 1280 x 800 8, 16, 32 1280 x 1024 8, 16, 32 1360 x 768 8, 16, 32 1440 x 900 8, 16, 32 1600 x 900 8, 16, 32...

  • Page 193: Thermal Air Restrictions

    Table 76. Operational climatic range category A4 (continued) Temperature Specifications Operational altitude de-rating Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/125 m (33.8°F/410 Ft) above 900 m (2953 Ft) Table 77. Shared requirements across all categories Temperature Specifications Allowable continuous operations Maximum temperature gradient (applies to both 20°C in an hour* (36°F in an hour) and 5°C in 15 minutes (41°F in 15 minutes), operation and non-operation) 5°C in an hour* (41°F in an hour) for tape...

  • Page 194: Thermal Restriction Matrix

    ASHRAE A4 environment • Two PSUs are required in redundant mode, however PSU failure is not supported. • PCIeSSD is not supported. • 128 GB or greater capacity DIMMs are not supported. • GPU and FPGA are not supported. • CPU TDP equal or greater than 155 W are not supported (Only 120W processor supports A4).

  • Page 195: Gpu/Fpga Thermal Restriction Matrix

    Table 80. Thermal restriction matrix (continued) 16 x 2.5- inch 8 x 2.5- 16 x 2.5- 16 x 2.5- 24 x 2.5- SAS + 8 8 x 3.5- Configuration inch inch inch inch 12 x 3.5-inch x 2.5- inch NVMe NVMe NVMe Ambient...

  • Page 196: Label Reference

    Table 82. Processor and heat sink matrix (continued) Heat sink Processor TDP 2U HPR HSK >= 180 W L-type HSK Supports all TDP (system should be installed with GPU/FGPA/long PCIe cards) NOTE: All GPU/FGPA cards require 1U L-type HSK and GPU shroud. Table 83.

  • Page 197: Chapter 9: System Diagnostics And Indicator Codes

    System diagnostics and indicator codes The diagnostic indicators on the system front panel display system status during system startup. Topics: • Status LED indicators • System health and system ID indicator codes • iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicator codes • iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes •...

  • Page 198: System Health And System Id Indicator Codes

    Table 84. Status LED indicators and descriptions (continued) Icon Description Condition Corrective action Electrical indicator The indicator turns solid amber if the Check the System Event Log or system messages for system experiences an electrical error the specific issue. If it is due to a problem with the PSU, (for example, voltage out of range, or check the LED on the PSU.

  • Page 199: Idrac Direct Led Indicator Codes

    Table 86. iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicators and descriptions iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicator Condition Corrective action code Off (default state) Indicates that the iDRAC Quick Sync 2 If the LED fails to power on, reseat the left control feature is powered off. Press the iDRAC panel flex cable and check.

  • Page 200: Viewing Home Screen

    NOTE: If the system is connected to a power source and an error is detected, the LCD turns amber regardless of whether the system is powered on or off. • When the system powers off and there are no errors, the LCD enters the standby mode after five minutes of inactivity. Press any button on the LCD to power it on.

  • Page 201: View Menu

    Table 89. Setup menu Option Description iDRAC Select DHCP or Static IP to configure the network mode. If Static IP is selected, the available fields are IP, Subnet (Sub), and Gateway (Gtw). Select Setup DNS to enable DNS and to view domain addresses. Two separate DNS entries are available.

  • Page 202: Power Supply Unit Indicator Codes

    Table 91. NIC indicator codes (continued) NIC indicator codes Condition Link indicator is amber, and activity indicator is blinking Indicates that the NIC is connected to a valid network at less than its green. maximum port speed, and data is being sent or received. Link indicator is green, and activity indicator is off.

  • Page 203: Dc Psu Status Indicator Codes

    Table 92. AC PSU status indicator codes (continued) Power indicator codes Condition CAUTION: If two PSUs are used, they must be of the same type and have the same maximum output power. CAUTION: When correcting a PSU mismatch, replace the PSU with the blinking indicator. Swapping the PSU to make a matched pair can result in an error condition and an unexpected system shutdown.

  • Page 204: Drive Indicator Codes

    Drive indicator codes The LEDs on the drive carrier indicates the state of each drive. Each drive carrier has two LEDs: an activity LED (green) and a status LED (bicolor, green/amber). The activity LED blinks whenever the drive is accessed. Figure 142.

  • Page 205: System Diagnostic Controls

    • Run thorough tests to introduce additional test options to provide extra information about the failed device(s) • View status messages that inform you if tests are completed successfully • View error messages that inform you of issues encountered during testing Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from the Dell Lifecycle Controller Steps...

  • Page 206: Chapter 10: Getting Help

    Accessing system information by using QRL You can use the Quick Resource Locator (QRL) located on the information tag in the of the R7525 system, to access information about Dell EMC PowerEdge R7525. Prerequisites Ensure that your smartphone or tablet has the QR code scanner installed.

  • Page 207: Quick Resource Locator For Poweredge R7525 System

    Receiving automated support with SupportAssist Dell EMC SupportAssist is an optional Dell EMC Services offering that automates technical support for your Dell EMC server, storage, and networking devices. By installing and setting up a SupportAssist application in your IT environment, you can receive the following benefits: •...

  • Page 208: Chapter 11: Documentation Resources

    To view the document that is listed in the documentation resources table: • From the Dell EMC support site: 1. Click the documentation link that is provided in the Location column in the table. 2. Click the required product or product version.
  • Page 209 Table 96. Additional documentation resources for your system (continued) Task Document Location To identify the version of iDRAC available on your system, on the iDRAC web interface, click ? > About. For information about installing the www.dell.com/ operating system, see the operating operatingsystemmanuals system documentation.

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