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Dell EMC XC6420 Series Hyper-Converged
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Installation and Service Manual
Regulatory Model: E43S Series
Regulatory Type: E43S001

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XC6420 Series Overview
Back View and Ports
Details the rear panel layout and port indicators of the XC6420 Series sled.
Network Port Indicators
Explains the status indicators for network ports on the QSFP carrier card.
Drive Mapping and Service Tag
Maps drives to sleds and guides on locating the system's Service Tag.
Documentation Resources
Reference Documentation
Lists and describes relevant Dell EMC documentation for the XC6420 Series.
Technical Specifications
Physical Specifications
Covers system dimensions, weight, and environmental conditions like temperature and humidity.
Component Specifications
Details processor, memory, storage, and video specifications for the system.
Environmental Specifications
Covers temperature, humidity, vibration, shock, altitude, and contamination limits.
Initial System Setup and Configuration
System Setup Guide
Step-by-step instructions for the initial setup of your XC6420 Series system.
iDRAC Configuration and Access
Guides on configuring iDRAC IP address, logging in, and accessing its features.
Firmware and Driver Management
Methods and recommendations for downloading and installing system firmware and drivers.
Pre-Operating System Management Applications
System Setup and BIOS Configuration
How to access and configure System Setup and BIOS settings for system management.
System Information and Hardware Settings
Details on viewing system info, memory, processor, storage, and NVMe settings.
System Management and Security
Covers boot settings, integrated devices, serial communication, profile, security, and password management.
System Utilities and Maintenance
Information on Redundant OS control, miscellaneous settings, iDRAC, and Boot Manager utilities.
Installing and Removing System Components
Safety and Preparation Procedures
Essential safety guidelines, preparation steps, and recommended tools for component handling.
Sled, Air Shroud, and Memory Installation
Procedures for installing/removing sleds, air shrouds, and memory modules.
Expansion Card and Component Installation
Guides for installing/removing support brackets, expansion cards, risers, M.2 drives, and mezzanine/OCP cards.
System Battery and TPM Replacement
Procedures for replacing the system battery and Trusted Platform Module (TPM).
Using System Diagnostics
Dell Embedded System Diagnostics
Overview of the ePSA diagnostics tool and how to run it from Boot Manager or Lifecycle Controller.
System Diagnostic Controls
Explains the controls and displays within the system diagnostics interface.
Jumpers and Connectors
System Board Jumper Settings
Details the function and settings of system board jumpers for BIOS configuration.
System Board Connectors
Identifies and describes the various connectors on the XC6420 system board.
Password Jumper Management
Procedure for disabling or clearing system passwords using the password jumper.
Getting Help
Contacting Dell Support
Information and steps for contacting Dell technical support and sales.
Documentation Feedback and QRL
How to provide feedback on documentation and access system info via Quick Resource Locator.
Automated Support with SupportAssist
Details on Dell SupportAssist for automated technical support and issue detection.
BOSS Card
Introduction and Support Information
Overview of the BOSS card, supported OS, and XC Series systems.
BOSS Card Features
Explains BOSS card features like Foreign Import, SMART Info, Auto-Rebuild, and replacement options.
BOSS Card Installation and Configuration
Steps for installing, configuring, and verifying BOSS card settings via its utility.
BOSS Card Troubleshooting
Guides on resolving common BOSS card issues like disk visibility, drive failure, and detection problems.

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