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Dell PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition
Installation and Service Manual
Regulatory Model: E110S
Regulatory Type: E110S001
July 2024
Rev. A00

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  • Page 1 Dell PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition Installation and Service Manual Regulatory Model: E110S Regulatory Type: E110S001 July 2024 Rev. A00...
  • Page 2 A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. © 2024 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell Technologies, Dell, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 3 Contents Chapter 1: About this document....................7 Chapter 2: PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system configurations and features......8 System configurations - front view for PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system..........8 Left control panel view............................... 10 Right control panel view..............................11 System configurations - rear view for PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system........... 11 System configurations - inside view for PowerEdge R670 system...............
  • Page 4 Chapter 5: Pre-operating system management applications............33 System Setup..................................33 System BIOS.................................34 Dell Open Server Manager Settings........................34 Device Settings................................34 Boot Manager..................................34 PXE boot..................................... 34 Chapter 6: Minimum to POST and system management configuration validation......36 Minimum configuration to POST ..........................36 Chapter 7: Configuration validation.....................
  • Page 5 Removing a memory module.............................62 Installing a memory module............................63 Processor and heat sink module............................64 Removing the processor and heat sink module....................64 Removing the processor............................66 Installing the processor.............................. 68 Installing the processor and heat sink module.......................71 Expansion cards and expansion card risers.........................73 Expansion card installation guidelines........................74 Removing the front expansion card risers......................78 Installing the front expansion card risers.......................79...
  • Page 6 Chapter 11: Getting Help......................152 Recycling or End-of-Life service information......................152 Contacting Dell Technologies............................152 Accessing system information by using My Dell...................... 152 Quick Resource Locator for PowerEdge R670 system..................153 Receiving automated support with Secure Connect Gateway (SCG)............... 153 Chapter 12: Documentation resources..................154...
  • Page 7 About this document This document provides an overview about the system, information about installing and replacing components, diagnostic tools, and guidelines to be followed while installing certain components. About this document...
  • Page 8 ● Two AC or DC power supply units ● Up to 8 x EDSFF E3.S NVMe drives. NOTE: For more information about how to hot swap NVMe PCIe SSD device, see the Dell Express Flash NVMe PCIe SSD User's Guide at Dell Support page >...
  • Page 9 Enables you to remotely access Open Server Manager. Ethernet port Serial COM port Enables you to connect a serial device to the system. BOSS filler bracket The BOSS filler bracket is installed. PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system configurations and features...
  • Page 10 USB 2.0- The USB port is 4-pin, 2.0-compliant. This port enables you to connect USB devices to the compliant system. port Mini- Enables you to connect a display device to the system. Displaypor PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system configurations and features...
  • Page 11 Figure 6. Rear view of the system with front I/O configuration Table 5. Rear view of the system  Item Ports, panels, or slots Icon Description Power supply unit (PSU1) PSU1 is the primary PSU of the system. PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system configurations and features...
  • Page 12 BMC port is connected to the network, the rear BMC port is automatically disabled. USB 3.0 port The USB port is 9-pin and 3.0-compliant. This port enables you to connect USB devices to the system. PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system configurations and features...
  • Page 13 USB 3.0 port The USB port is 9-pin and 3.0-compliant. This port enables you to connect USB devices to the system. VGA port Enables you to connect a display device to the system. PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system configurations and features...
  • Page 14 5. OCP NIC card slot 6. PSUs 7. Attic board 8. DC-SCM card 9. Intrusion switch 10. Memory module slots (DIMM) 11. Dust cover for Processor 1 12. System board 13. Backplane 14. Express Service Tag PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system configurations and features...
  • Page 15 The information tag is located on the front of the system that includes system information such as the Service Tag, Express Service Code, Manufacture date, NIC, MAC address, My Dell QR code, and so on. PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system configurations and features...
  • Page 16 2. Express Service Tag (rear view) 3. OMM (Not applicable) 4. Password and MAC address 5. Service Tag, Express Service Code, My Dell QR label System information label The system information label is located on the back side of the system cover.
  • Page 17 Figure 12. Service information Figure 13. Memory information PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system configurations and features...
  • Page 18 Figure 14. Electrical overview Figure 15. Configuration and Layout Figure 16. Configuration and Layout PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system configurations and features...
  • Page 19 Figure 17. LED behavior Figure 18. System tasks Figure 19. Express Service Tag Figure 20. QRL Figure 21. EDSFF carrier PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system configurations and features...
  • Page 20 Rail sizing and rack compatibility matrix For specific information about the rail solutions compatible with your system, see the Dell Enterprise Systems Rail Sizing and Rack Compatibility Matrix available at rail-rack-matrix. The document provides the information that is listed below: ●...
  • Page 21 Technical specifications The technical and environmental specifications of your system are outlined in this chapter. Topics: • Chassis dimensions • System weight • Processor specifications • Cooling fan specifications • PSU specifications • Supported operating systems • System battery specifications •...
  • Page 22 Chassis dimensions Figure 22. Chassis dimensions Table 8. PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition chassis dimensions  Drives 8 drives 482.0 mm (18.98 434.0 mm 42.8 mm (1.69 43.3 mm (1.70 750.57 mm 786.14 mm inches) (17.09 inches) inches) inches) (29.55 inches) (30.95 inches)
  • Page 23 Table 10. PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition weight handling recommendations  Chassis weight Description 40–70 pounds Recommend two people to lift. 70-120 pounds Recommend three people to lift. ≥ 121 pounds Recommend to use a server-lift. Processor specifications Table 11. PowerEdge R670 processor specifications  ...
  • Page 24 Heat dissipation is calculated using the PSU wattage rating. NOTE: When selecting or upgrading the system configuration, to ensure optimum power utilization, verify the system power consumption with the Enterprise Infrastructure Planning Tool available at Dell.com/calc. Figure 23. PSU power cord Table 14. PSU power cords ...
  • Page 25 System battery specifications The PowerEdge R670 system uses one CR 2032 3.0-V lithium coin cell battery. Expansion card riser specifications The PowerEdge R670 system supports up to two PCI express (PCIe) slots (Gen5 slots), OCP NIC and BOSS on the system board.
  • Page 26 The PowerEdge R670 system supports: ● 8 x EDSFF E3.S hot-swappable NVMe drives. NOTE: For more information about how to hot swap NVMe PCIe SSD device, see the Dell Express Flash NVMe PCIe SSD User's Guide at Dell Support page > Browse all products > Infrastructure > Data Center Infrastructure >  Storage Adapters &...
  • Page 27 USB 2.0 Type C port VGA ports specifications The PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system supports DB-15 VGA port on the rear I/O Datacenter Secure Control Module (DC-SCM). Video specifications The PowerEdge R670 system supports integrated Matrox G200 graphics controller with 16 MB of video frame buffer.
  • Page 28 Table 22. Continuous Operation Specifications for ASHRAE A2 (continued) Temperature Allowable continuous operations Humidity percent range (non-condensing at all 8% RH with -12°C minimum dew point to 80% RH with 21°C (69.8°F) times) maximum dew point Operational altitude de-rating Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/300 m (1.8°F/984 Ft) above 900 m (2953 Ft) Table 23.
  • Page 29 Table 27. Thermal restriction matrix  Configuration 8 x EDSFF E3.S NVMe Storage configuration number C01-01 Ambient temperature Riser configuration RC5, RC6 RC1, RC2 Processor Cores 6710E 205 W HPR SILVER HPR SILVER 35°C 6756E 225 W HPR SILVER HPR SILVER 35°C 6740E 250 W...
  • Page 30 Initial system setup and configuration This section describes the tasks for initial setup and configuration of the Dell system. The section also provides general steps to set up the system and the reference guides for detailed information. Topics: • Setting up the system •...
  • Page 31 - root and 0penBmc, the OSM default password will be blank on the information tag. Then you will be prompted and required to create a password of your choice before proceeding. For more information about logging in to the OSM and OSM licenses, see the latest Dell Open Server Manager built on OpenBMC™ User's Guide Support for Open Server Manager | Documentation | Dell India You can also access OSM using automation tool - Redfish API.
  • Page 32 Ensure that you clear the web browser cache before downloading the drivers and firmware. Steps 1. Go to Drivers. 2. Enter the Service Tag of the system in the Enter a Dell Service Tag, Dell 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 33 OSM parameters by using UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface). You can enable or disable various OSM parameters by using the OSM settings utility. For more information about this utility, see the latest Dell Open Server Manager built on OpenBMC™ User's Guide Support for Open Server Manager | Documentation | Dell India.
  • Page 34 The OSM settings is an interface to set up and configure the OSM parameters by using UEFI. You can enable or disable various OSM parameters by using the OSM settings. For more information about using OSM, see the latest Dell Open Server Manager built on OpenBMC™...
  • Page 35 To access the PXE boot option, boot the system and then press F12 during POST instead of using standard Boot Sequence from BIOS Setup. It does not pull any menu or allows managing of network devices. Pre-operating system management applications...
  • Page 36 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 system. Topics: • Minimum configuration to POST Minimum configuration to POST The components listed below are the minimum configuration to POST: ●...
  • Page 37 Configuration validation The new generation of Dell systems have added interconnect flexibility and advanced OSM management features to collect precise system configuration information and report configuration errors. When the system is powered on, information about installed cables, risers, backplanes, power supplies, floating card (fPERC, adapter PERC, BOSS), and processor is obtained from the CPLD and backplane memory maps are analyzed.
  • Page 38 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 39 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. Before working inside your system...
  • Page 40 System cover Removing the system cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Power off the system, and any attached peripherals. 3. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals. Steps 1. Using a 1/4-inch flat head or a Phillips 2 screwdriver, rotate the lock counterclockwise to the unlock position. 2.
  • Page 41 3. Using a 1/4-inch flat head or Phillips 2 screwdriver, rotate the lock clockwise to the lock position. Figure 25. Installing the system cover Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Cooling fans Removing a cooling fan Prerequisites 1.
  • Page 42 Figure 26. 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 lower the cooling fan onto the connector on the fan board, then press the orange touch point on the cooling fan module until it is firmly connected.
  • Page 43 Figure 27. Installing a cooling fan Next steps 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 44 Figure 28. 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 45 Figure 29. Installing the drive backplane cover Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Drives Removing an EDSFF E3.S drive blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, drive blanks must be installed in all empty drive slots. Steps Lift the release button, and slide the drive blank out of the drive slot.
  • Page 46 Figure 30. Removing an EDSFF E3.S drive blank Next steps Replace the EDSFF E3.S drive blank. Installing an EDSFF E3.S drive blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. Steps Slide the drive blank into the drive slot until the release button clicks into place. Figure 31.
  • Page 47 Removing an EDSFF E3.S drive carrier Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Using the management software, prepare the drive for removal. If the drive is online, the green activity or fault indicator flashes while the drive is turning off. When the drive indicators are off, the drive is ready for removal. For more information, see the storage controller documentation.
  • Page 48 CAUTION: When installing a drive, ensure that the adjacent drives are fully installed. Inserting a drive carrier and attempting to lock its handle next to a partially installed carrier can damage the partially installed carrier's shield spring and make it unusable. NOTE: Ensure that the drive carrier's release handle is in the open position before inserting the carrier into the slot.
  • Page 49 Figure 34. Removing an EDSFF E3.S drive from the drive carrier Next steps Install an EDSFF E3.S drive into the drive carrier. Installing an EDSFF E3.S drive into the drive carrier Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
  • Page 50 Figure 35. Installing an EDSFF E3.S drive into the drive carrier Next steps Install the drive carrier. Drive backplane This is a service technician replaceable part only. Drive backplane Depending on your system configuration, the drive backplanes that are supported are listed here: Table 35.
  • Page 51 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the cooling fans. Remove the drive backplane cover. Remove the EDSFF E3.S drives. 6. If required, remove the L-type processor heatsink module NOTE: The L-type heatsink prevents the removal of E3.S backplane connectors from the system board. 7.
  • Page 52 Steps 1. Align the EDSFF E3.S backplane module with the guide pin on the backplane bracket and position it from the top down, ensuring proper alignment. NOTE: Locate and place the EDSFF E3.S backplane module on the unlocked position line. 2.
  • Page 53 NOTE: Ensure that you note the routing of the cables as you remove them from the system board. Route the cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped. Steps 1. Press the side tabs to release the side wall cable holder. NOTE: Move the cables out of the side wall cable holder.
  • Page 54 Figure 40. Installing the side wall bracket Next steps Install the cooling fans. 2. If removed, Install the drive backplane cover. 3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system. Middle bracket Removing the cables from the middle bracket Prerequisites 1.
  • Page 55 Figure 41. Removing the middle bracket Next steps Replace the cables into the middle bracket Installing the cables into the middle bracket Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system.
  • Page 56 Figure 42. Installing the middle bracket Next steps Install the cooling fans. Install the drive backplane cover. 3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system. Cable routing Figure 43. C01-01-RC1 : FIO 8 x E3.S (G5x4 NVMe Direct Connect) Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 57 NOTE: Follow the sequential order as shown in the table to remove the cables, to install the cables follow the reverse sequential order. Table 36. C01-01-RC1 : FIO 8 x E3.S (G5x4 NVMe Direct Connect)  Order From SL1/SL2 (signal connector on system board) RF1a (front riser cable, Slot 31) SL5/SL6 (signal connector on system board) RF1a (front riser cable, Slot 32) PWR5/6 (system board power connector)
  • Page 58 Figure 45. C01-01-RC5: FIO 8 x E3.S (G5x4 NVMe Direct Connect) NOTE: Follow the sequential order as shown in the table to remove the cables, to install the cables follow the reverse sequential order. Table 38. C01-01-RC5: FIO 8 x E3.S (G5x4 NVMe Direct Connect)  Order From SL13/SL14/PWR13/PWR14 (signal connector on R4b (riser cable, Slot 4) system board) SL3 (signal connector on system board)
  • Page 59 NOTE: Follow the sequential order as shown in the table to remove the cables, to install the cables follow the reverse sequential order. Table 39. C01-01-RC6: FIO 8 x E3.S (G5x4 NVMe Direct Connect)  Order From SL19/SL20/PWR19/PWR20 (signal connector on R2f (riser cable, Slot 1) system board) SL17/SL18/PWR17/PWR18 (signal connector on OCP, Slot 2...
  • Page 60 System memory System memory guidelines The PowerEdge R670 CSP Edition system supports DDR5 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs). 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 61 Figure 49. Memory channels Memory channels are organized as follows: Table 42. Memory channels  Processor Channel Channel B Channel C Channel D Channel E Channel F Channel G Channel H Processor Slots A1 Slots A5 Slots A3 Slots A7 and Slots A2 and Slots A6 Slots A4 and...
  • Page 62 Table 43. Supported memory matrix (continued) DIMM type Rank Capacity DIMM rated voltage and Operating Speed speed 1 DIMM per channel 2 DIMM per channel (DPC) (DPC) 64 GB DDR5 (1.1 V), 6400 MT/s Up to 6400 MT/s Up to 5200 MT/s NOTE: The processor may reduce the performance of the rated DIMM speed.
  • Page 63 NOTE: For proper system cooling, memory module blanks must be installed in any memory socket that is not populated. Remove the memory module blanks only if you intend to install the memory module in these sockets. DIMM blanks are only required when CPU TDP is equal or greater than 225W.
  • Page 64 NOTE: The memory module socket has an alignment key that enables you to install the memory module in the socket in only one orientation. CAUTION: Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module; apply pressure at both ends of the memory module evenly.
  • Page 65 Steps 1. Ensure all four anti-tilt wires are in the locked position (outward position), and then using a Torx T30 screwdriver, loosen the captive nuts on the processor heat sink module (PHM) in the order that is mentioned below: a. Loosen the first nut three turns. b.
  • Page 66 Figure 53. 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 67 Figure 54. Removing the processor NOTE: Ensure to return the TIM break lever on the retaining clip back to its original position. 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 retaining clip release tab, and then lift the retaining clip partially from the heat sink.
  • Page 68 Installing the processor 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 processor heat sink module. Steps 1. Place the processor in the processor tray. NOTE: Ensure the pin 1 indicator on the processor tray is aligned with the pin 1 indicator on the processor.
  • Page 69 Figure 57. 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. Apply the thermal grease in a thin spiral design on the bottom of the heat sink. CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and contaminating the processor socket.
  • Page 70 Figure 59. Removing the cover 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. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the fins on the heat sink, do not press down on the heat sink fins. NOTE: ●...
  • Page 71 Figure 60. Installing the heat sink onto the processor Next steps Install the processor heat sink module. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Installing the processor and heat sink module Prerequisites Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to replace the processor or heat sink. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
  • Page 72 Figure 61. Installing the processor heat sink 3. Set the anti-tilt wires to the locked position (outward position), and then using the Torx T30 screwdriver, tighten the captive nuts (8 in-lbf) on the heat sink in the order below: a. In a random order, tighten the first nut three turns. b.
  • Page 73 Figure 62. Set the anti-tilt wires to the locked position and tightening the nuts Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system. Expansion cards and expansion card risers NOTE: When an expansion card is not supported or missing, the OSM logs an event. This does not prevent your system from booting.
  • Page 74 Expansion card installation guidelines Figure 63. Expansion card riser slot connectors 1. Front riser SL connector (RF1a/ RF1b) 2. Front riser SL connector (RF1a/ RF1b) 3. Riser 4 slot 4. Riser 4 slot (R4a, R4b) 5. Riser 2 slot 6. Riser 2 slot (R2f, R2b) 7.
  • Page 75 Figure 65. Riser 2 (R2b) 1. Slot 1 Figure 66. Riser 2 (R2f) 1. Slot 1 Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 76 Figure 67. Riser 4 (R4a) 1. Slot 4 Figure 68. Riser 4 (R4b) 1. Slot 4 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 77 Table 45. Expansion card riser configurations (continued) Riser Expansion card PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling Slot's electrical Configurations risers processor bandwidth/ (RC) physical connector RC 2 (front): RF1b Processor 0 PCIe Gen5 2x16OCP(G5) x16 (OCP 4C+ connector) Processor 1 PCIe Gen5 x16 (OCP 4C+ connector) BOSS...
  • Page 78 Table 47. RC 2: RF1b (continued) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Broadcom (OCP: 25Gb) 32, 31 Mellanox (OCP: 25Gb) 32, 31 Table 48. RC 5: R2b+R4b  Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Nvidia (L4 GPU) 1, 4 Foxconn (BOSS-N1) Broadcom (OCP: 100Gb) Mellanox (OCP: 100Gb)
  • Page 79 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 For Front Riser 1a, align and slide the expansion card riser into the system.
  • Page 80 Figure 70. Installing the front expansion card riser 1a (RF1a) Next steps 1. Route and connect the cables, taking care not to damage them. NOTE: cable routing section for more information. Install the cooling fans. Install the drive backplane cover. 4.
  • Page 81 Figure 71. Removing the rear expansion card riser 2b (R2b) 2. For Riser 2f, disconnect the cable from the connector. Holding the touch points, lift the expansion card riser to disengage it from the connector and guide pin. Carefully remove it from the system board. Figure 72.
  • Page 82 Figure 73. Removing the rear expansion card riser 4a (R4a) 4. For Riser 4b, disconnect the cable from the connector. Lift the expansion card riser to disengage it from the connector and guide pin on the system board. Carefully remove the riser from the system. Figure 74.
  • Page 83 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. For Riser 2b, ensure the riser latch is unlocked, align the riser with the connector and guide pin, lower it into place, press to ensure the riser is fully seated on the connector, and then push the riser latch to lock.
  • Page 84 3. For Riser 4a, ensure the riser latch is unlocked. Align the expansion card riser with the connector and the riser guide pin on the system board. Lower the expansion card riser into place until the expansion card riser connector is fully seated in the connector.
  • Page 85 Removing an expansion card from 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. 3. If applicable, disconnect the cables from the expansion card. Remove the front expansion card riser remove the rear expansion card riser.
  • Page 86 Figure 80. Removing GPU blank from the rear expansion card riser 2b b. Hold the expansion card by its edges and pull the card until the card edge connector disengages from the expansion card connector on the riser. Figure 81. Removing expansion card from the rear expansion card riser 2b NOTE: The numbers on the image do not depict the exact steps.
  • Page 87 Figure 82. Removing expansion card from the rear expansion card riser 4a 4. For Riser 4b: a. Pull and lift up the expansion card retention latch lock to open at both the ends. b. Hold the expansion card by its edges and pull the card until the card edge connector disengages from the expansion card connector on the riser.
  • Page 88 Figure 84. Removing an expansion card and OCP NIC card from the riser 2f 6. If the expansion card is not going to be replaced on risers, install a PCIe blank and close the card holder on both ends of the riser.
  • Page 89 Figure 86. Installing the PCIe blank for riser 2b Figure 87. Installing the PCIe blank for riser 4a Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 90 Figure 88. Installing the PCIe blank for riser 4b Figure 89. Installing the PCIe blank for riser 2f Next steps If applicable, install an expansion card into the expansion card riser. Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser Prerequisites 1.
  • Page 91 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 92 Figure 92. Removing the PCIe blank for the riser 4a Figure 93. Removing the PCIe blank for the riser 4b Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 93 Figure 94. Removing the PCIe blank for the riser 2f 3. For front risers: a. Unlock the plunger and open the side wall of the front riser. b. If installed, remove the PCIe blank from the slot. NOTE: If not already installed, install the card holder onto the rotation side wall if using an LP card, ensuring alignment with the cage, and push to lock securely.
  • Page 94 a. Hold the card by the edges, and align the card edge connector with the expansion card connector on the riser. b. Insert the card edge connector firmly into the expansion card connector until the card is fully seated. c. Align and slide the card holder guides into the slots on the riser until seated. d.
  • Page 95 b. Insert the card edge connector firmly into the expansion card connector until the card is fully seated. c. Align and slide the card holder guides into the slots on the riser until seated. d. Close the expansion card retention latch on both ends of the riser. NOTE: The numbers on the image do not depict the exact steps.
  • Page 96 a. To install the expansion card, hold the card by the edges, and align the card edge connector with the expansion card connector on the riser. Insert the card edge connector firmly into the expansion card connector until the card is fully seated.
  • Page 97 Figure 101. Removing the rear expansion card riser blank Next steps Replace the rear expansion card risers. Installing the rear expansion card riser blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system.
  • Page 98 Figure 102. Installing the rear expansion card riser blank Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. M.2 SSD module NOTE: For information about Thermal pad and BOSS-N1 card carrier replacement, go to PowerEdge Manuals >...
  • Page 99 Figure 103. Removing the BOSS-N1 card carrier 3. Using the Phillips 1 screwdriver, loosen the captive screws securing the top cover of the BOSS-N1 card carrier. NOTE: Follow the sequence to loosen the captive screws. First, loosen the screw at the connector end, and then the screw at the front handle end.
  • Page 100 Figure 106. Removing the M.2 NVMe SSD module NOTE: For information about Thermal pad and BOSS-N1 card carrier replacement, go to PowerEdge Manuals > Rack Servers > PowerEdge R670 > Select This Product > Documentation > Manuals and Documents > BOSS-N1 DC-MHS M.2 NVMe SSD Card Installation and Replacement Tech Sheet.
  • Page 101 Figure 107. Installing the M.2 NVMe SSD module 3. Align at an angle, place the top cover hook into the slot on the bottom cover of the BOSS-N1 card carrier. 4. Press the opposite side of the top cover until firmly seated. Figure 108.
  • Page 102 Figure 109. Tighten the top cover captive screws 6. Slide the BOSS-N1 card carrier into the BOSS-N1 module slot. 7. Close the BOSS-N1 card carrier release latch to lock the carrier in place. Figure 110. Installing the BOSS-N1 card carrier Optional BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module This is a service technician replaceable part only.
  • Page 103 Figure 111. Removing an BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module tray from the system 2. Press both ends of the cable holder and tilt the BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module cable holder. Disconnect the cable from the BOSS module. Figure 112. Removing an BOSS-N1 DC-MHS cable from the system 3.
  • Page 104 Figure 113. Removing an BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module from tray 5. If the BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module is not going to be replaced, install a filler. Figure 114. Installing an BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module filler bracket Next steps Replace the front BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 105 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. If installed, remove the filler bracket.
  • Page 106 Figure 116. Installing the BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module into the tray 3. Align and slide the BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module tray into the system until the plunger presses the stop point. 4. Pull up and slide the plunger to secure it in the hole on the system. Figure 117.
  • Page 107 Figure 118. Reconnecting the cable connectors Next steps 1. Route and connect the cables, taking care not to damage them. NOTE: cable routing section for more information. Install the M.2 NVMe SSD module Install the drive backplane cover. Install the cooling fans.
  • Page 108 Figure 119. Removing the rear BOSS-N1 DC-MHS 4. If the BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module is not going to be replaced, install a filler bracket. Figure 120. Installation of filler bracket Next steps Replace the rear BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 109 Installing the rear BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module 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 rear expansion card riser remove the rear expansion card riser blanks Remove the M.2 NVMe SSD module.
  • Page 110 Figure 122. Installing the BOSS-N1 DC-MHS module Next steps Install the M.2 NVMe SSD module. Install the rear expansion card riser install the rear expansion card riser blanks 3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system. Optional OCP NIC card Removing the front OCP NIC card Prerequisites...
  • Page 111 Figure 123. Removing the OCP NIC card tray from the OCP NIC cage 3. Push the clips outward, then pull and slide the OCP NIC card out from its tray. NOTE: The numbers on the image do not depict the exact steps. The numbers are for representation of sequence. Figure 124.
  • Page 112 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 113 Figure 126. Installing the OCP NIC tray into the OCP NIC cage Next steps 1. Route and connect the cables, taking care not to damage them. NOTE: cable routing section for more information. Install the drive backplane cover. Install the cooling fans.
  • Page 114 Figure 127. Removing an OCP NIC cage from front of the system 3. If the OCP NIC cage is not being replaced, install a filler tray into the system and secure it by tightening the captive screw using a Phillips 2 screwdriver. Figure 128.
  • Page 115 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 116 Figure 130. Installing an OCP NIC cage to front of the system Next steps Replace the front OCP NIC card. Removing the rear OCP NIC card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system.
  • Page 117 Figure 131. Removing the rear OCP NIC card 4. If the OCP NIC card is not going to be replaced, 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.
  • Page 118 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 119 Figure 134. Installing the rear OCP NIC card Next steps 1. Route and connect the cables, taking care not to damage them. NOTE: cable routing section for more information. Install the rear expansion card riser install the rear expansion card riser blanks 3.
  • Page 120 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 121 For more information about the Easy Restore feature, see Open BMC configuration Users Guide at Support for Open Server Manager | Documentation | Dell India. When the DC-SCM is booted for the first time, it presents a screen with settings it can restore, below is a list of options/steps...
  • Page 122 3. Enter BIOS setup to manually restore Service Tag, press F2 Figure 137. Easy Restore Manually update the Service Tag After replacing a system board, if Easy Restore fails, follow this process to manually enter the Service Tag, using System Setup.
  • Page 123 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. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 124 Steps 1. Align the Attic board at an angle with the guide pins on the DC-SCM board. 2. Press until the Attic board is connected to the connector on the DC-SCM board. 3. Using a Phillips 1 screwdriver, tighten the captive screws. NOTE: The numbers on the image do not depict the exact steps.
  • Page 125 Figure 140. 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 the Before working inside your system.
  • Page 126 Figure 141. Installing the internal USB card Next steps Install the rear expansion card riser install the rear expansion card riser blank 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. System battery This is a service technician replaceable part only.
  • Page 127 Figure 142. Removing the system battery 2. To install a new system battery, hold the battery with the positive side facing up at an angle and slide it under the battery holder socket latch. 3. Press the battery into the connector until it snaps into place. Figure 143.
  • Page 128 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, check the time and date at least an hour after installing the battery. e.
  • Page 129 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. Remove the rear expansion card riser remove the rear expansion card riser blanks NOTE: Ensure that you note the routing of the cable as you remove it from the system board.
  • Page 130 Power supply unit Removing a power supply unit Prerequisites CAUTION: The system requires one power supply unit (PSU) for normal operation. On power-redundant systems, remove and replace only one PSU at a time in a system that is powered on. 1.
  • Page 131 Steps Slide the PSU into the PSU bay until the release latch snaps into place. Figure 147. Installing a power supply unit Next steps 1. If you have unlatched or removed the cable management accessory, reinstall 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 PowerEdge...
  • Page 132 Figure 148. Removing a power supply unit blank Next steps Replace the PSU blank install the PSU. Installing a power supply unit blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. NOTE: Install the power supply unit (PSU) blank only in the second PSU bay. 2.
  • Page 133 Figure 149. Installing a power supply unit blank DB9+RJ45 module This is a service technician replaceable part only. Removing the DB9+RJ45 module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system.
  • Page 134 Figure 150. Disconnecting the DB9+RJ45 module Next steps Replace the DB9+RJ45 module. Installing the DB9+RJ45 module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Remove the cooling fans.
  • Page 135 Figure 151. Installing the DB9+RJ45 port Next steps 1. Route and connect the cables, taking care not to damage them. NOTE: cable routing section for more information. Install the cooling fans. Install the drive backplane cover. 4. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
  • Page 136 System board This is a service technician replaceable part only. 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. Be sure to create and safely store this recovery key. If you replace this system board, you must supply the recovery key when you restart your system or program before you can access the encrypted data on your drives.
  • Page 137 Figure 152. Removing the system board Next steps Install the system board. Installing the system board Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. 3. If you are replacing the system board, remove all the components that are listed in the removing the system board section. Steps 1.
  • Page 138 Figure 153. Installing the system board Next steps 1. Replace the following components: Internal USB memory key (if removed) Rear OCP card (if removed) Rear BOSS-N1 DC-MHS DC-SCM Processor and heat sink module Memory modules Rear expansion card risers rear expansion card riser blanks Middle bracket Side wall bracket Cooling fans...
  • Page 139 Remove the side wall bracket. Steps 1. Disconnect the right control panel cable and the VGA cable from the connectors on the system board. 2. Using the Phillips 1 screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the right control panel and cable cover to the system. 3.
  • Page 140 4. Connect the right control panel cable and VGA cable to the connectors on the system board. 5. Using the Phillips 1 screwdriver, tighten the screws that secure the right control panel and the cable cover to the system. NOTE: The numbers on the image do not depict the exact steps.
  • Page 141 Figure 156. Removing the KVM left control panel Next steps Replace the KVM left control panel. Installing the KVM 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.
  • Page 142 Figure 157. Installing the KVM left control panel Next steps Install the side wall bracket. Install the drive backplane cover. 3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 143 System diagnostics and indicator codes The diagnostic indicators on the system front panel display system status during system startup. Topics: • Power button LED • System health and system ID indicator codes • NIC indicator codes • Power supply unit indicator codes •...
  • Page 144 System health and system ID indicator codes The system health and system ID indicator is located on the right control panel of the system. Figure 159. System health and system ID indicator Table 51. System health and system ID indicator codes  System health and system ID Condition indicator code...
  • Page 145 Table 52. NIC indicator codes (continued) NIC indicator codes Condition Link indicator is green, and activity indicator is off. Indicates that the NIC is connected to a valid network at its maximum port speed, and data is not being sent or received. Link indicator is amber, and activity indicator is off.
  • Page 146 Table 53. 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 147 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 148 System diagnostic controls Table 56. System diagnostic controls  Menu Description Configuration Displays the configuration and status information of all detected devices. Results Displays the results of all tests that are run. System health Provides the current overview of the system performance. Event log Displays a time-stamped log of the results of all tests run on the system.
  • Page 149 System board connectors and DIP Switches This topic provides some basic and specific information about DIP switches. DIP switches on the system board help to disable the system and reset the passwords. To set the switches correctly, you must know the location on the system board. . Topics: •...
  • Page 150 Table 57. System board jumpers and connectors (continued) Item Connector Coin cell battery DC-SCM Connector Riser 2 slot (R2f): Riser Connector - Requires CPU 1 (SL17/SL18/PWR17/PWR18) Riser 2 slot (R2b): Riser Connector - Requires CPU 1 (SL19/SL20/PWR19/PWR20) PSU Connector 2 Power Connector 23/ 24 (PWR23/PWR24) Memory slots for Processor 1: B8, B16, B4, B12, B6, B14, B2, B10 Processor 1 Memory slots for Processor 1: B9, B1, B13, B5, B11, B3, B15, B7...
  • Page 151 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 152 The Contact Technical Support page is displayed with details to call, chat, or e-mail the Dell Global Technical Support team. Accessing system information by using My Dell You can use the My Dell located on the Express service tag in the front of the PowerEdge system, to access information about PowerEdge R670 system. Prerequisites Ensure that your smartphone or tablet has a QR code scanner installed.
  • Page 153 Dell. This information is used by Dell Technical Support to troubleshoot the issue. ● Proactive contact — A Dell Technical Support agent contacts you about the support case and helps you resolve the issue.
  • Page 154 Configuring your system PowerEdge manuals For information about the OSM features, configuring and logging in to OSM, and managing your system remotely, see the Dell Open Server Manager built on OpenBMC™ 3.0 User's Guide. For information about understanding Remote Access Controller Admin (RACADM)
  • Page 155 > OpenManage Server and troubleshooting OpenManage, see the Administrator Dell OpenManage Server Administrator User’s Guide. For information about installing and using Dell serviceability tools Secure Connect Gateway, see the Dell Secure Connect Gateway Enterprise User’s Guide. For information about partner programs...

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