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Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa
Installation and Service Manual
Regulatory Model: E71S
Regulatory Type: E71S001
May 2021
Rev. A00

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  • Page 1 Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa Installation and Service Manual Regulatory Model: E71S Regulatory Type: E71S001 May 2021 Rev. A00...
  • Page 2 A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. © 2021 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell, EMC, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1: About this document....................8 Chapter 2: Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa system overview.............9 Front view of the system..............................9 Left control panel view..............................11 Right control panel view............................. 12 Rear view of the system..............................13 Inside the system ................................15 Locating the Express Service Code and Service Tag....................
  • Page 4 Removing the air shroud blank..........................38 Installing the air shroud blank........................... 38 Cooling fan module................................39 Removing the cooling fan cage assembly ......................39 Installing the cooling fan cage assembly........................40 Removing a cooling fan...............................41 Installing a cooling fan..............................42 Side wall bracket................................43 Removing the side wall bracket..........................
  • Page 5 Removing the R3 paddle card ..........................102 Installing the R3 paddle cards..........................103 Replacing the GPU bracket............................. 104 Removing the GPU riser module..........................106 Installing the GPU riser module..........................108 Removing the GPU..............................109 Installing the GPU................................111 Removing the NVLink sponges..........................112 Installing the NVLink sponges..........................113 Removing the NVLink bridges..........................
  • Page 6 Viewing Home screen..............................177 Setup menu..................................177 View menu..................................177 NIC indicator codes................................. 178 Power supply unit indicator codes..........................178 Drive indicator codes..............................180 Using system diagnostics............................... 181 Dell Embedded System Diagnostics........................181 Chapter 9: Getting help......................182 Recycling or End-of-Life service information......................182 Contents...
  • Page 7 Contacting Dell Technologies............................182 Accessing system information by using QRL......................182 Quick Resource Locator for PowerEdge R750xa system................183 Receiving automated support with SupportAssist ....................183 Chapter 10: Documentation resources..................184 Contents...

  • Page 8: 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 9: Chapter 2: Dell Emc Poweredge R750Xa System Overview

    ● Up to 8 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives or 6 x 2.5-inch NVMe drives NOTE: For more information about how to hot swap NVMe PCIe SSD U.2 device, see the Dell Express Flash NVMe PCIe SSD User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/support Browse all Products >...
  • Page 10 Drive Enables you to install drives that are supported on your system. NOTE: For more information, see the Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa Technical Specifications on the product documentation page. Right control panel Contains the power button, USB port, iDRAC Direct micro port, and the iDRAC Direct status LED.

  • Page 11: Left Control Panel View

    NVMe drive blank NVMe drive blank for NVMe drive direct attached configuration. NOTE: For more information, see the Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa Technical Specifications on the product documentation page. Left control panel view Figure 3. Left control panel without optional iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicator Table 3.

  • Page 12: Right Control Panel View

    You can access system inventory, Dell Lifecycle Controller logs or system logs, system health status, and also configure iDRAC, BIOS, and networking parameters. You can also launch the virtual Keyboard, Video, and Mouse (KVM) viewer and virtual Kernel- based Virtual Machine (KVM), on a supported mobile device.

  • Page 13: Rear View Of The System

    VGA port Enables you to connect a display device to the system. NOTE: For more information, see the Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa Technical Specifications on the product documentation page. Rear view of the system Figure 6. Rear view of the system Table 6.
  • Page 14 For more information about the PSU configurations, see the Dell EMC (PSU 1) PowerEdge R750xa Technical Specifications on the product documentation page. NOTE: For more information, see the Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa Technical Specifications on the product documentation page. Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa system overview...

  • Page 15: Inside The System

    8. Service tag 9. GPU riser module left 10. Cooling fan cage assembly 11. Cable access latch 12. Riser 2 cage 13. Power supply unit (PSU 2) 14. Riser 3 cage 15. Intrusion switch module Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa system overview...

  • Page 16: Locating The Express Service Code And Service Tag

    Service Code, Manufacture date, NIC, MAC address, QRL label, and so on. If you have opted for the secure default access to iDRAC, the Information tag also contains the iDRAC secure default password. If you have opted for iDRAC Quick Sync Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa system overview...

  • Page 17: System Information Label

    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 18 Figure 11. Memory information and system board connectors Figure 12. Cabling overview Figure 13. System tasks Figure 14. Heat sink Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa system overview...
  • Page 19 Figure 15. BOSS S2 Figure 16. Electrical overview Figure 17. Configuration and layout Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa system overview...

  • Page 20: Rail Sizing And Rack Compatibility Matrix

    Figure 19. Icon legend Figure 20. LED behavior Rail sizing and rack compatibility matrix For specific information about the rail solutions compatible with your system, see 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-rack-matrix.pdf.

  • Page 21: 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 section also provides general steps to set up the system and the reference guides for detailed information. Topics: •...

  • Page 22: Options To Log In To Idrac

    OpenManage Deployment Toolkit OpenManage Deployment Toolkit User's Guide available at https://www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals > Open Manage Deployment Toolkit. iDRAC Direct Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals or for system specific Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide, go to https://www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals >...

  • Page 23: Resources To Install Operating System

    For more information about logging in to the iDRAC and iDRAC licenses, see the latest Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at www.dell.com/idracmanuals. NOTE: To determine the most recent iDRAC release for your platform and for latest documentation version, see KB article https://www.dell.com/support/article/sln308699.

  • Page 24: Options To Download And Install Os Drivers

    Ensure that you clear the web browser cache before downloading the 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, click Browse all products, and navigate to your product.

  • Page 25: Chapter 4: Minimum To Post And System Management Configuration Validation

    Minimum to POST and system management configuration validation This section describes the minimum to POST system requirement and system management configuration validation of the Dell EMC system. Topics: • Minimum configuration to POST • Configuration validation Minimum configuration to POST The components listed below are the minimum configuration to POST: ●...

  • Page 26: Error Messages

    Table 11. Configuration validation error (continued) Error Description Possible cause and Example recommendations Comm Error A configuration element is not responding System management sideband Comm Error: Backplane to iDRAC using the management interface communication while running an inventory check. Unplug AC Power, reseat the element and replace the element if the problem persists.

  • Page 27: 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 • Air shroud • Cooling fan module •...

  • Page 28: Before Working Inside Your System

    Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product. NOTE: It is recommended that you always use an antistatic mat and antistatic strap while working on components inside the system.

  • Page 29: Optional Front Bezel

    ● Wrist grounding strap connected to the ground ● ESD mat You need the following tools to assemble the cables for a DC power supply unit: ● AMP 90871-1 hand-crimping tool or equivalent ● Tyco Electronics 58433-3 or equivalent ● Wire-stripper pliers to remove insulation from size 10 AWG solid or stranded, insulated copper wire NOTE: Use alpha wire part number 3080 or equivalent (65/30 stranding).

  • Page 30: Installing The Front Bezel

    Next steps Replace front bezel. Installing the front bezel The procedure to install the front bezel with and without the LCD panel is the same. Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Locate and remove the bezel key. NOTE: The bezel key is part of the LCD bezel package.

  • Page 31: Installing The System Cover

    Steps 1. Using a 1/4-inch flat head or a Phillips #2 screwdriver, rotate the lock counterclockwise to the unlock position. 2. Lift the release latch until the system cover slides back. 3. Lift the cover from the system. Figure 23. Removing the system cover Next steps Replace the system cover.

  • Page 32: Drive Backplane Cover

    Figure 24. Installing the system cover Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Drive backplane cover Removing the drive backplane cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

  • Page 33: Installing The Drive Backplane Cover

    Figure 25. 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. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
  • Page 34 Figure 26. Installing the drive backplane cover Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 35: 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.

  • Page 36: Installing The Air Shroud

    Figure 28. Removing the right air shroud Next steps Replace the air shroud. Installing the air shroud Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. 3. Remove the cables from the air shroud notch, place them on other shroud and opposite way. Steps 1.
  • Page 37 Figure 29. Installing the left air shroud Figure 30. Installing the right air shroud Next steps 1. Insert the cables into the air shroud notch. Black cable goes to black air shroud notch and gray cables goes to gray air shroud notch.

  • Page 38: Removing The Air Shroud Blank

    Removing the air shroud blank 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.

  • Page 39: Cooling Fan Module

    Figure 32. Installing the left air shroud Next steps Install the air shroud. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Cooling fan module Removing the cooling fan cage assembly Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 40: Installing The Cooling Fan Cage Assembly

    Figure 33. 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. 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 41: Removing A Cooling Fan

    Figure 34. Installing the cooling fan cage assembly Next steps 1. If removed, install the air shroud. 2. Insert the cables into cables access latch and close cable access latch. 3. Connect the cables to system board that pass through the cooling fan cage assembly cable latch. 4.

  • Page 42: Installing A Cooling Fan

    Figure 35. 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. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps Align and slide the cooling fan into the cooling fan cage assembly until the fan clicks into place. NOTE: The air flow arrow on the cooling fan must face towards rear side of the system.

  • Page 43: Side Wall Bracket

    Figure 36. Installing a cooling fan Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Side wall bracket Removing the side wall bracket There are two side wall brackets on either side of the system. The procedure to remove them is same. Prerequisites 1.

  • Page 44: Installing The Side Wall Bracket

    Figure 37. Removing the side wall bracket Next steps Replace the side wall bracket. Installing the side wall bracket There are two side wall brackets on either side of the system. The procedure to install them is same. Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 45: Drives

    Figure 38. Installing the side wall bracket Next steps Install the cooling fan cage assembly. 2. If removed, install the air shroud. 3. If required, install the drive backplane cover. 4. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system.

  • Page 46: Installing A Drive Blank

    Figure 39. 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. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. Steps Slide the drive blank into the drive slot until the release button clicks into place. Figure 40.

  • Page 47: Removing The Drive Carrier

    Removing the drive carrier Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. 3. Using the management software, prepare the drive for removal. If the drive is online, the green activity or fault indicator blinks while the drive is powering off.

  • Page 48: Installing The Drive Into The Drive Carrier

    NOTE: If the drive carrier has Torx screw, use Torx 6 (for 2.5-inch drive) or Torx 8 (for 3.5-inch drive) screwdriver to remove the drive. 2. Lift the drive out of the drive carrier. Figure 42. Removing the drive from the drive carrier Next steps Install the drive into the drive carrier.

  • Page 49: Installing The Drive Carrier

    Figure 43. Installing a drive into the drive carrier Next steps Install the drive carrier. Installing the drive carrier Prerequisites CAUTION: Before removing or installing 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.

  • Page 50: Removing A Nvme Drive Blank

    Figure 44. Installing a drive carrier Next steps If removed, install the front bezel. Removing a NVMe drive blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. Remove all drives. NOTE: All drives need to be installed to their original position.

  • Page 51: Installing A Nvme Drive Blank

    Figure 45. Removing a NVMe drive blank Next steps Replace the NVMe drive blank. Installing a NVMe drive blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. Remove all drives. CAUTION: For proper system cooling, drive blanks must be installed in all empty drive slots.

  • Page 52: Perc Module

    Figure 46. Installing a NVMe drive blank Next steps Install all drives. 2. If removed, install the front bezel. 3. If removed, install the drive backplane. 4. If removed, install the drive backplane cover. PERC module Removing the rear mounting front PERC module Prerequisites 1.

  • Page 53: Installing The Rear Mounting Front Perc Module

    Figure 47. 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. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

  • Page 54: Drive Backplane

    Depending on your system configuration, the drive backplane supported is listed here: Table 14. Supported backplane options System Supported hard drives options PowerEdge R750xa 2.5-inch (x 8) Universal backplane Figure 49. 8 x 2.5-inch universal drive backplane 1. BP_PWR_CTRL 2. BP_DST_SA1 (PERC to backplane)

  • Page 55: Removing The Drive Backplane

    3. BP_DST_PA1 (PCIe/NVMe connector) 4. BP_ DST_PB1 (PCIe/NVMe connector) 5. BP_ DST_PA2 (PCIe/NVMe connector) 6. BP_PWR_1 (backplane power and signal cable to system board) 7. BP_ DST_PB2 (PCIe/NVMe connector) Removing the drive backplane Prerequisites CAUTION: To prevent damage to the drives and backplane, remove the drives from the system before removing the backplane.

  • Page 56: Installing The Drive Backplane

    Installing the drive backplane Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the backplane cover. Remove all drives. 5. If required, remove NVMe connector blank.

  • Page 57: Removing A Nvme Connector Blank

    Removing a NVMe connector blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. Remove all drives. Remove the drive backplane cover. Remove the drive backplane CAUTION: NVMe connector blank is applicable for the system with x6 NVMe drive configuration. NOTE: NVMe connector blank must be removed from the drive backplane in order to change x6 NVMe drive configuration to other storage configuration.

  • Page 58: Cable Routing

    Figure 53. Installing a NVMe connector blank Next steps 1. If removed, install the front bezel. Install drive backplane. Install all drives. Install the drive backplane cover. Cable routing Figure 54. Front GPU power cables Table 15. Front GPU power cables From R4_PAD_PWR ( R4 paddle card power connector) J_36 (GPU riser module power connector)
  • Page 59 Riser_DST_PB1 (GPU riser module signal connector) SL4_CPU1_PA2 (signal connector on system board) Riser_DST_PA1 (GPU riser module signal connector) NOTE: Front GPU riser module cables with BOSS S2 module is common for all the PowerEdge R750xa system configurations. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 60 Figure 56. 8 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA with fPERC Table 17. 8 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA with fPERC From SL7_CPU1_PA5 (signal connector on system board) CTRL_DST_PA1 (fPERC input connector) Figure 57. 6 x 2.5-inch NVMe direct Table 18. 6 x 2.5-inch NVMe direct From Riser 3 paddle (R3 paddle card on Riser 3 slot) BP_DST_PA1 (backplane signal connector) and BP_DST_PB1...
  • Page 61 Figure 58. 8 x 2.5-inch NVMe RAID with fPERC Table 19. 8 x 2.5-inch NVMe RAID with fPERC From SL7_CPU1_PA5 (signal connector on system board) CTRL_DST_PA1 (fPERC input connector) CTRL_SRC_PA1 (fPERC controller connector) BP_DST_PA1 (backplane signal connector) and BP_DST_PB1 (backplane signal connector) CTRL_SRC_PB1 (fPERC controller connector) BP_DST_PA2 (backplane signal connector) and BP_DST_PB2 (backplane signal connector)

  • Page 62: System Memory

    System memory System memory guidelines The PowerEdge R750xa system supports DDR4 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs), Load Reduced DIMM (LRDIMMs), and Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS). 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 63: General Memory Module Installation Guidelines

    Table 21. Memory channels (continued) Processor Channel Channel Channel C Channel D Channel E Channel F Channel G Channel H Processor Slots B1 Slots B5 Slots B3 Slots B7 Slots B2 and Slots B6 Slots B4 and Slots B8 and and B9 and B13 and B11...

  • Page 64: Intel Persistent Memory 200 Series (Bps) Installation Guidelines

    ● Populate Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) in DIMM slot 1, unless Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) is the only DIMM in that channel and then populate in DIMM slot 0. For more information about the supported Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) configurations, see the Dell EMC Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/support/home/products/server_int/...
  • Page 65 Table 24. Supported Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) for dual processor configurations Configuration Description per Memory population rules processor RDIMMs or LRDIMMs Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) Configuration 1 4 x RDIMMs, 4 x Intel Processor1 {A1, 2, 3, 4} Processor1 {A5, 6, 7 ,8} Persistent Memory 200 Processor2 {B1, 2, 3, 4}...
  • Page 66 Table 25. Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) Configuration 1 - 4 x RDIMMs/ LRDIMMs, 4 x Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) per processor (continued) Total No of Total No of 1 R/LRDIMM 1 Intel Total Standard Total PM Supported RDIMMs/ Intel Persistent...
  • Page 67 Table 27. Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) Configuration 3 - 8 x RDIMMs/ LRDIMMs, 1 x Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) per processor (continued) Total No of Total No of 1 R/LRDIMM 1 Intel Total Standard Total PM Supported Modes RDIMMs / Intel...

  • Page 68: Removing A Memory Module

    Table 29. Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) Configuration 5 - 8 x RDIMMs/ LRDIMMs, 8 x Intel Persistent Memory 200 series (BPS) per processor (continued) Total No of Total No of 1 R/LRDIMM 1 Intel Total Standard Total PM Supported Modes RDIMMs / Intel...

  • Page 69: Installing A Memory Module

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

  • Page 70: Processor And Heat Sink Module

    CAUTION: Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module; apply pressure at both ends of the memory module evenly. 4. Press the memory module with your thumbs until the ejectors firmly click into place. When the memory module is properly seated in the socket, the levers on the memory module socket align with the levers on the other sockets that have memory modules installed.
  • Page 71 b. Loosen the screw diagonally opposite to the screw you loosened first. c. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws. d. Return to the first screw and loosen it completely. NOTE: Ensure that the anti-tilt wires on the PHM are in locked position when loosening the captive screws. 2.

  • Page 72: Removing The Processor

    Figure 64. Removing a heat sink Next steps If you are removing a faulty heat sink, replace the heat sink, if not, remove the processor. Removing the processor Prerequisites WARNING: Remove the processor from processor and heat sink module (PHM) only if you are replacing the processor or heat sink.
  • Page 73 NOTE: Ensure to hold the retaining clip to the heat sink as you lift the TIM break lever. Figure 65. Lift up the TIM break lever 4. Using your thumb and index finger, first hold the retaining clip release tab at the pin 1 connector, pull out the tip of the release tab, and then lift the retaining clip partially from the heat sink.

  • Page 74: Installing The Processor

    Installing the processor Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Remove the air shroud. Remove the processor heat sink module Remove the liquid cooling module. Steps 1.
  • Page 75 Figure 68. Press the retaining clip on the four sides 4. If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a clean lint-free cloth. 5. Use the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit to apply the grease in a thin spiral design on the bottom of the heat sink.
  • Page 76 Figure 69. Applying thermal grease 6. For new heat sink, remove the Thermal Interface Material (TIM) protective film from the base of heat sink. Figure 70. Removing the Thermal Interface Material (TIM) protective film 7. Place the heat sink on the processor and press the base of the heat sink until the retaining clip locks onto the heat sink at all the four corners.

  • Page 77: Installing The Processor And Heat Sink Module

    NOTE: ● Ensure latching features on retaining clip and heat sink are aligned during assembly. ● Ensure that the pin 1 indicator on the heat sink is aligned with the pin 1 indicator on the retaining clip before placing the heat sink onto the retaining clip. Figure 71.
  • Page 78 2. Align the pin 1 indicator of the heat sink to the system board, and then place the processor and heat sink on the processor socket. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the fins on the heat sink, do not press down on the heat sink fins. NOTE: Ensure that the PHM is held parallel to the system board to prevent damaging the components.

  • Page 79: Removing The Liquid Cooling Module

    Figure 73. Set the anti-tilt wires to the locked position and tightening the screws Next steps Install the air shroud. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system. Removing the liquid cooling module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 80: Installing The Liquid Cooling Module

    NOTE: Ensure the anti-tilt wires on the liquid cooling module are in locked position when loosening the captive screws. 7. Set the anti-tilt wires on the liquid cooling module to the unlock position and lift the liquid module from the system. NOTE: The numbers on the image do not depict the exact steps.
  • Page 81 Steps 1. Align the liquid cooling module with the standoff screws on the system board. NOTE: Ensure that the liquid cooling tubes and liquid cooling leak detection cable are placed towards the rear of the system. 2. Place the module on the processor slot and set all the anti-tilt wires to locked position (outward position). 3.

  • Page 82: 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 83 Table 31. Riser configurations (continued) Configurations Expansion PCIe Slots Controlling height Length Slot width card risers processor with R1 paddle card GPU riser 31 and 32 Processor 2 Full Height, Full length¹ x16 + x16 module left double width with R4 paddle card Config0-2.
  • Page 84 Figure 77. Riser 2A 1. Slot 3 2. Slot 6 Figure 78. Riser 3B 1. Slot 5 2. Slot 4 Figure 79. GPU riser module right 1. Slot 34 2. Slot 33 Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 85 Figure 80. GPU riser module left 1. Slot 32 2. Slot 31 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. All the other expansion cards should be installed in the card priority and slot priority order.
  • Page 86 Table 32. Config0-1. R2A + R3B + GPU riser module right with R1 paddle card + GPU riser module left with R4 paddle card (without NVbridge) (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Intel (NIC: 25Gb) 3, 6 Qlogic - Marvell (NIC: 25Gb) 3, 6 Emulex (HBA: FC32)
  • Page 87 Table 32. Config0-1. R2A + R3B + GPU riser module right with R1 paddle card + GPU riser module left with R4 paddle card (without NVbridge) (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Samsung (PCIe SSD) 4, 5 Table 33.
  • Page 88 Table 33. Config0-2. R2A + R3B + GPU riser module right with R1 paddle card + GPU riser module left with R4 paddle card (with NVbridge) (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Intel (NIC: 10Gb) 4, 5 Qlogic - Marvell (NIC: 10Gb) 4, 5 Broadcom (NIC:10Gb)
  • Page 89 Table 34. Config1-1. R2A + R3 paddle card + GPU riser module right with R1 paddle card + GPU riser module left with R4 paddle card (without NVbridge) (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards NVIDIA (GPU T4 FH) 31, 33, 34, 32 NVIDIA (GPU T4 LP) 3, 6...
  • Page 90 Table 34. Config1-1. R2A + R3 paddle card + GPU riser module right with R1 paddle card + GPU riser module left with R4 paddle card (without NVbridge) (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Inventec (BOSS 1.5) Intergrated slot Table 35.

  • Page 91: Removing The Expansion Card Risers

    Table 35. Config1-2. R2A + R3 paddle card + GPU riser module right with R1 paddle card + GPU riser module left with R4 paddle card (with NVbridge) (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Broadcom (OCP: 10Gb) Intergrated slot Intel (OCP: 10Gb) Intergrated slot...
  • Page 92 Figure 81. Removing the expansion card riser (Riser 3) NOTE: To remove Riser 2, first Riser 1 blank and if installed, BOSS S2 cable and module must be removed. Figure 82. Removing the Riser 1 blank Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 93 Figure 83. Removing the expansion card riser (Riser 2) 3. If the risers are not going to be replaced, install riser blanks and tighten the captive screws. NOTE: You must install a filler bracket over an empty expansion card slot to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system.

  • Page 94: Installing The Expansion Card Risers

    Install Riser 2 before installing Riser 1 blank and Riser 3. CAUTION: Do not install GPUs, network cards, or other PCIe devices on your system that are not validated and tested by Dell. Damage caused by unauthorized and invalidated hardware installation will null and void the system warranty. Steps 1.
  • Page 95 Figure 86. Removing the Riser 3 blank Figure 87. Removing the Riser 2 blank 2. Holding the edges or the touch points, align the holes on the expansion card riser with the guides on the system board. 3. Lower the expansion card riser into place and press the touch points until the expansion card riser connector is fully seated on the system board connector.
  • Page 96 Figure 88. Installing the expansion card riser (Riser 2) Figure 89. Installing the Riser 1 blank Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 97: Removing Expansion Card From The Expansion Card Riser

    Figure 90. Installing the expansion card riser (Riser 3) Next steps 1. If required, re-connect the cables to the expansion card. Install the air shroud. 3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. 4. 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 98 Figure 91. 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 92. Installing the filler bracket Next steps 1. If applicable, install an expansion card into the expansion card riser.

  • Page 99: Installing An Expansion Card Into The Expansion Card Riser

    Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Remove the air shroud. Remove the expansion card riser. 5.

  • Page 100: Removing R1 And R4 Paddle Cards

    Figure 94. Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser Next steps 1. If applicable, connect the cables to the expansion card. Install the expansion card riser Install the air shroud. 4. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

  • Page 101: Installing R1 And R4 Paddle Cards

    Figure 95. Removing the R1 paddle card Figure 96. Removing the R4 paddle card Next steps Install the R1 and R4 paddle cards. Installing R1 and R4 paddle cards Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2.

  • Page 102: Removing The R3 Paddle Card

    2. Lower the paddle card into place and press until the paddle card connector is fully seated with audible sound on the system board connector. Figure 97. Installing the R1 paddle card Figure 98. Installing the R4 paddle card Next steps Install cooling fan cage assembly Install the air shroud.

  • Page 103: Installing The R3 Paddle Cards

    5. Remove the paddle card slimline cable from cable access latch on cooling fan cage and also from the air shroud notch. Steps Press the blue release tab on the paddle card and holding the edges lift the paddle card from the riser connector on the system board.

  • Page 104: Replacing The Gpu Bracket

    Figure 100. Installing the R3 paddle card Next steps 1. Insert the paddle card slimline cable into the cable access latch on cooling fan cage and also through the air shroud notch. 2. If removed, install the rear mounting front PERC module.
  • Page 105 Figure 101. Removing the standard bracket with two screws Figure 102. Removing the standard bracket with three screws 2. Align the custom bracket with the screw holes on the GPU card and using Philips #1 screwdriver tighten the screws (4 ± 0.5 in-lbs).

  • Page 106: Removing The Gpu Riser Module

    Figure 104. Installing the custom bracket with three screws Next steps Install the GPU card. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Removing the GPU riser module The procedure to remove left and right GPU riser module are similar. Prerequisites 1.
  • Page 107 Figure 105. Removing the right GPU riser module Figure 106. Removing the left GPU riser module Next steps Replace the GPU riser module. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 108: Installing The Gpu Riser Module

    Installing the GPU riser module The procedure to install left and right GPU riser module are similar. Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Remove the air shroud.

  • Page 109: Removing The Gpu

    Figure 108. Installing the left GPU riser module Next steps 1. If removed, install the NVlink sponges. Install the rear mounting front PERC module. 3. Connect the GPU power and signal cables to the system board. 4. Connect the R1 and R4 paddle cards to the system board.
  • Page 110 Figure 109. Removing the GPU 2. If you are not replacing the GPU card, install a GPU blank if the adjacent card is double-width card. Install filler blank, if the adjacent card in not double-width card. NOTE: You must install a GPU blank over an empty GPU card slot to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system.

  • Page 111: Installing The Gpu

    For instructions, see the documentation accompanying the card. CAUTION: Do not install GPUs, network cards, or other PCIe devices on your system that are not validated and tested by Dell. Damage caused by unauthorized and invalidated hardware installation will null and void the system warranty. Steps 1.

  • Page 112: Removing The Nvlink Sponges

    Figure 112. Installing GPU on GPU riser module Next steps 1. If removed, install the NVlink bridges. Install the GPU riser module. 3. If removed, install the NVlink sponges. 4. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Removing the NVLink sponges Prerequisites 1.

  • Page 113: Installing The Nvlink Sponges

    Figure 113. Removing the NVLink sponges Next steps Replace the NVLink sponges. Installing the NVLink sponges Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Remove the rear mounting front PERC module.

  • Page 114: Removing The Nvlink Bridges

    Figure 114. Installing the NVLink sponge Next steps Install the rear mounting front PERC module. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Removing the NVLink bridges Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 115: Installing The Nvlink Bridges

    Figure 115. Removing the NVLink bridges 2. If you are not replacing the NVLink bridge, Install the NVLink cover into the GPU card. Figure 116. Installing the NVLink cover Next steps Replace the NVLink bridges. Installing the NVLink bridges Prerequisites 1.
  • Page 116 NOTE: For more information about supported GPU cards and their slot priority, see expansion card installation guidelines. Steps 1. If installed, remove the NVLink cover from the GPU card. Figure 117. Removing the NVLink cover NOTE: Store the NVLink cover for future use. 2.

  • Page 117: Removing The Gpu Riser Module Card Holders

    Removing the GPU riser module card holders Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the GPU riser module. NOTE: Your system has either half height (HH) or full height (FH) or without GPU card holder, which is based on the type of GPU card used.

  • Page 118: Optional Serial Com Port

    Remove the GPU riser module. NOTE: Your system has either half height (HH) or full height (FH) or without GPU card holder, which is based on the type of GPU card used. Steps Insert the HH or FH GPU card holder into the GPU riser module and tighten the captive screw. Figure 121.
  • Page 119 Remove the air shroud. Steps 1. Loosen the captive screws on the system. 2. Press the blue release tab or blue button on the riser and holding the edges lift the expansion card riser from the riser connector on the system board. 3.

  • Page 120: Installing The Serial Com Port

    Next steps Replace the serial COM port. Installing the serial COM port The procedure to install serial COM port on Riser 2 is same. Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system.

  • Page 121: Optional Vga Port For Liquid Cooling Module

    Figure 126. Connecting the serial COM port Next steps Install the air shroud. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Optional VGA port for liquid cooling module Removing the VGA port The procedure to remove VGA port from Riser 2 is same. Prerequisites 1.
  • Page 122 Figure 127. Disconnecting the VGA port cable 4. Open the latch on the expansion card riser and slide the VGA port out of the expansion card riser. Figure 128. Removing the VGA port 5. Install the filler bracket if not replacing the VGA port. Next steps Replace the VGA port.

  • Page 123: Installing The Vga Port

    Installing the VGA port The procedure to install VGA port on Riser 2 is same. Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Remove the air shroud.

  • Page 124: Optional Idsdm Module

    Figure 130. Connecting the VGA port cable Next steps Install the air shroud. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Optional IDSDM module Removing the IDSDM module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 125: Installing The Idsdm Module

    Figure 131. 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. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Locate the IDSDM connector on the system board. NOTE: For information on the exact location of IDSDM on system board, see System board jumpers and connector...

  • Page 126: Microsd Card

    Figure 132. 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.

  • Page 127: Installing The Microsd Card

    Figure 133. 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. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. NOTE: To use an MicroSD card with your system, ensure that the Internal SD Card Port is enabled in System Setup. NOTE: Ensure that you install the MicroSD cards into the same slots based on the labels you had marked on the cards during removal.

  • Page 128: Optional Boss S2 Module

    Figure 134. Installing the MicroSD card Next steps Install the IDSDM module. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Optional BOSS S2 module Removing the BOSS S2 module blank Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 129: Installing The Boss S2 Module Blank

    Figure 135. Removing the BOSS S2 module blank Next steps Replace the BOSS S2 module blank install BOSS S2 module. Installing the BOSS S2 module blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. Steps Align the blank with the BOSS S2 module bay and push it into the bay until it clicks into place. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 130: Removing The Boss S2 Card Carrier Blank

    Figure 136. Installing the BOSS S2 module blank Removing the BOSS S2 card carrier blank Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. Steps Press and pull the BOSS S2 card carrier blank out from the BOSS S2 module. Figure 137.

  • Page 131: Installing The Boss S2 Card Carrier Blank

    Next steps Replace the BOSS S2 card carrier blank install BOSS S2 card carrier. Installing the BOSS S2 card carrier blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. Steps Align the blank with the BOSS S2 module bay and push it into the bay until it clicks into place. Figure 138.
  • Page 132 Figure 139. Removing the BOSS S2 card carrier 3. Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver remove the M3 x 0.5 x 4.5 mm screw that secures the M.2 SSD to the BOSS S2 card carrier. 4. Slide the M.2 SSD out from the BOSS S2 card carrier. Figure 140.

  • Page 133: Installing The Boss S2 Module

    Figure 141. Removing the BOSS S2 module 8. Remove the BOSS S2 power and signal cable from the BOSS S2 module. Figure 142. Removing the BOSS S2 power and signal cable from the BOSS S2 module Next steps Replace the BOSS S2 module Install the BOSS card blank.
  • Page 134 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Connect the BOSS S2 power and signal cables to the connectors on the BOSS S2 module. Figure 143. Connecting the BOSS S2 power and signal cables to the BOSS S2 module 2.
  • Page 135 8. Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, secure the M.2 SSD on the BOSS S2 card carrier with the M3 x 0.5 x 4.5 mm screw. Figure 145. Installing the M.2 SSD 9. Slide the BOSS S2 card carrier into the BOSS S2 module slot. 10.

  • Page 136: System Battery

    System battery Replacing the system battery Prerequisites WARNING: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type That is recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  • Page 137: Optional Internal Usb Card

    Figure 148. Installing the system battery Next steps Install the expansion card risers. 2. If applicable, connect the cables to one or more expansion cards. 3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. 4. Confirm that the battery is operating properly, by performing the following steps: a.

  • Page 138: Installing The Internal Usb Card

    Figure 149. Removing the internal USB card Next steps Replace the internal USB card. Installing the internal USB card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

  • Page 139: Intrusion Switch Module

    Figure 150. Installing the internal USB card Next steps Install the expansion card risers. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. 3. While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and verify that the system detects the USB memory key. Intrusion switch module Removing the intrusion switch module Prerequisites...

  • Page 140: Installing The Intrusion Switch Module

    Figure 151. Removing the intrusion switch module Next steps Replace the intrusion switch module. Installing the intrusion switch module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

  • Page 141: Optional Ocp Card

    Figure 152. Installing the intrusion switch module Next steps Install the expansion card riser. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Optional OCP card Removing the OCP card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 142: Installing The Ocp Card

    Figure 153. Removing the OCP card 4. If the OCP card is not going to be replaced, install a filler bracket. Figure 154. Installation of filler bracket Next steps Replace the OCP card. Installing the OCP card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 143: Power Supply Unit

    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. For more information about the Part replacement configuration, see the Lifecycle Controller User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 144: Hot Spare Feature

    ● If the load on the active PSU falls below 20 percent of PSU rated power wattage, then the redundant PSU is switched to the sleep state. You can configure the hot spare feature by using the iDRAC settings. For more information, see the iDRAC User’s Guide available at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals. Removing a power supply unit blank Prerequisites...

  • Page 145: Removing A Power Supply Unit Adapter

    Steps Align the PSU blank with the PSU bay and push it into the PSU bay until it clicks into place. Figure 158. Installing a power supply unit blank Removing a power supply unit adapter Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 146: Installing A Power Supply Unit Adapter

    NOTE: For information about the cable management when the PSU is removed or installed while the system is in a rack, see the system’s cable management arm documentation at https://www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals. Steps Press the release latch and holding the PSU handle, slide the PSU out of the bay.

  • Page 147: Installing A Power Supply Unit

    Figure 161. 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. 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 148: Trusted Platform Module

    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. 2. Connect the power cable to the PSU, and plug the cable into a power outlet.

  • Page 149: Initializing Tpm For Users

    Removing the TPM Steps 1. Locate the TPM connector on the system board. 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.

  • Page 150: Initializing The Tpm 2.0 For Users

    Initializing the TPM 2.0 for users Steps 1. While booting your system, press F2 to enter System Setup. 2. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS > System Security Settings. 3. From the TPM Security option, select On. 4.

  • Page 151: Installing The System Board

    Figure 164. Removing 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.
  • Page 152 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. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

  • Page 153: Restoring The System Using Easy Restore

    Restoring the system using Easy Restore The easy restore feature enables you to restore your service tag, license, UEFI configuration, and the system configuration data after replacing the system board. All data is backed up in a backup flash device automatically. If BIOS detects a new system board, and the service tag in the backup flash device, BIOS prompts the user to restore the backup information.

  • Page 154: Installing The Lom Card And Rear I/O Board

    Figure 166. Removing the LOM card and rear I/O board Figure 167. Removing liquid cooling rear I/O board Next steps Replace the LOM card and rear I/O board. Installing the LOM card and rear I/O board Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
  • Page 155 NOTE: The procedure to install the liquid cooling rear I/O board and rear I/O board is same. Steps 1. Align the connectors and slots on the LOM card or rear I/O board with the connector and standoffs on the system board. 2.

  • Page 156: Control Panel

    Control panel Removing the right control panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the drive backplane cover. 4. If installed, remove the air shroud.

  • Page 157: Installing The Right Control Panel

    Installing the right control panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the drive backplane cover. 4. If installed, remove the air shroud. Remove the cooling fan cage assembly.

  • Page 158: Removing The Left Control Panel

    Removing the left control panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the drive backplane cover. 4. If installed, remove the air shroud. Remove the cooling fan cage assembly.

  • Page 159: Installing The Left Control Panel

    Installing the left control panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the drive backplane cover. 4. If installed, remove the air shroud. Remove the cooling fan cage assembly.

  • Page 160: Chapter 6: Upgrade Kits

    Upgrade Kits The table lists the available After Point Of Sale [APOS] kits. Table 36. Upgrade kits Kits Related links to service instructions Bezel Installing the front bezel Boss Installing the M.2 SSD module BOSS S2 Installing the BOSS S2 controller card module Embedded management (IDSDM) IDSDM kit GPU kit...

  • Page 161: Boss S2 Module Kit

    • Internal USB card kit • Serial COM port kit • VGA port kit BOSS S2 module kit The BOSS S2 module supports up to two M.2 SSDs. NOTE: To enable the BOSS S2 module in the system, ensure that the BIOS firmware version is 1.5.5 and iDRAC firmware version is 4.30.30.30 or later.
  • Page 162 Figure 174. Removing the BOSS S2 module blank To install the BOSS S2 module blank: 1. Align the blank with the BOSS S2 module bay and push it into the bay until it clicks into place. Figure 175. Installing the BOSS S2 module blank To install the BOSS S2 module: 1.
  • Page 163 4. Install the BOSS blank. NOTE: Removal of the BOSS S2 card carrier does not require the system to be powered off. System shutdown is only required when removing the BOSS S2 module. NOTE: Disconnect the BOSS signal cable and the BOSS power cable before lifting the controller card module from the system.

  • Page 164: Gpu Kit

    CAUTION: Do not install GPUs, network cards, or other PCIe devices on your system that are not validated and tested by Dell. Damage caused by unauthorized and invalidated hardware installation will null and void the system warranty. WARNING: Consumer-Grade GPU should not be installed or used in the Enterprise Server products.
  • Page 165 1. Use the existing heat sink, cooling fans and air shroud. NOTE: For more information about supported cooling fans matrix, see the thermal restriction section in Dell EMC PowerEdge R750xa Technical Specifications on the product documentation page. 2. If required,...
  • Page 166 Table 44. GPU power cable matrix (continued) Categor Description Type Vendor Cable Cable quantity Maximum per system CRD,GRPHC,32G FH and FL NVIDIA 6 + 2 pin cable 1 piece per GPU B,225W,M10,PAS riser AMD MI100 FH and FL 6 + 2 pin cable 1 piece per GPU riser HH - Half Height, HL - Half Length, FH - Full Height, FL - Full Length...

  • Page 167: 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 176. IDSDM port information Upgrade Kits...

  • Page 168: Internal Usb Card Kit

    Quantity Serial COM port card Cable For installation procedure of the serial COM port, see www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals in the serial COM port section. VGA port kit The VGA port kit contains the components listed in the table. Table 46. VGA port kit...

  • Page 169: Chapter 7: Jumpers And Connectors

    Jumpers and connectors This section provides essential and specific information about jumpers and switches. It also describes the connectors on the various boards 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 be able to identify the connectors on the system board.
  • Page 170 Table 47. System board jumpers and connectors (continued) Item Connector Description PSU 2 Power supply unit 2 IO_RISER4 (CPU2) Riser 4 BAT_PWR_2U NVDIMM battery power IO_RISER3 (CPU2) Riser 3 SIG_PWR_3 Power connector 3 - use for GPU only J_R3_PCIE_PWR PCIe riser 3 power Rear I/O connector Rear I/O connector SL5_PCH_SA3_PA3...

  • Page 171: System Board Jumper Settings

    Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
  • Page 172 NOTE: If you assign a new system and/or setup password with the jumper on pins 4 and 6, the system disables the new password(s) the next time it boots. 5. Reconnect the system and all the attached peripherals. 6. Power off the system. 7.

  • Page 173: Chapter 8: System Diagnostics And Indicator Codes

    System diagnostics and indicator codes This section describes 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 •...

  • Page 174: System Health And System Id Indicator Codes

    For information about the event and error messages generated by the system firmware and agents that monitor system components, go qrl.dell.com > Look Up > Error Code, type the error code, and then click Look it...

  • Page 175: Idrac Quick Sync 2 Indicator Codes

    If the problem persists, see the Getting help section. www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals or Dell OpenManage Server Administrator User’s Guide at https://www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals. Solid amber Indicates that the system is in fail-safe Restart the system. If the problem persists, see mode.

  • Page 176: Lcd Panel

    The LCD panel is used to configure or view the iDRAC IP address of the system. For information about the event and error messages generated by the system firmware and agents that monitor system components, go to qrl.dell.com >...

  • Page 177: Viewing Home Screen

    For information about the event and error messages generated by the system firmware and agents that monitor system components, go to qrl.dell.com > Look Up > Error Code, type the error code, and then click Look it up..

  • Page 178: Nic Indicator Codes

    NIC indicator codes Each NIC on the back of the system has indicators that provide information about the activity and link status. The activity LED indicator indicates if data is flowing through the NIC, and the link LED indicator indicates the speed of the connected network. Figure 182.
  • Page 179 Table 57. AC PSU status indicator codes Power indicator codes Condition Green Indicates that a valid power source is connected to the PSU and the PSU is operational. Blinking amber Indicates an issue with the PSU. Not powered on Indicates that the power is not connected to the PSU. Blinking green Indicates that the firmware of the PSU is being updated.

  • Page 180: Drive Indicator Codes

    Table 58. DC PSU status indicator codes (continued) Power indicator codes Condition Output configuration or conversely, you must power off the system. CAUTION: Combining AC and DC PSUs is not supported. 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).

  • Page 181: Using System Diagnostics

    Using system diagnostics If you experience an issue with the system, run the system diagnostics before contacting Dell for technical assistance. The purpose of running system diagnostics is to test the system hardware without using additional equipment or risking data loss.

  • Page 182: Chapter 9: Getting Help

    Dell contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill or Dell product catalog. The availability of services varies depending on the country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical...

  • Page 183: Quick Resource Locator For Poweredge R750Xa System

    Dell EMC. This information is used by Dell EMC Technical Support to troubleshoot the issue. ● Proactive contact — A Dell EMC Technical Support agent contacts you about the support case and helps you resolve the issue.

  • Page 184: Chapter 10: Documentation Resources

    This section provides information about the documentation resources for your system. 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.
  • Page 185 Methods to download firmware and drivers section in this document. Managing your system For information about systems management www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals software offered by Dell, see the Dell OpenManage Systems Management Overview Guide. For information about setting up, using, www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals >...

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