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Dell POWEREDGE T300 Hardware Owner's Manual (194 pages)

Dell Server Hardware Owner's Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Server | Size: 13 MB

Notes, Notices, and Cautions
2
Table of Contents
3
1 About Your System

11
- Other Information You May Need
  11
- Accessing System Features During Startup
  12
- Front-Panel Features and Indicators
  13
- Back-Panel Features and Indicators
  16
  - Connecting External Devices
    16
- Power Indicator Codes
  17
- NIC Indicator Codes
  18
- LCD Status Messages
  19
  - Solving Problems Described by LCD Status Messages
    29
  - Removing LCD Status Messages
    29
- System Messages
  30
- Warning Messages
  40
- Diagnostics Messages
  40
- Alert Messages
  40
2 Using the System Setup Program

41
- Entering the System Setup Program
  41
  - Responding to Error Messages
    41
  - Using the System Setup Program
    42
- System Setup Options
  43
  - Main Screen
    43
  - Memory Information Screen
    45
  - CPU Information Screen
    46
  - SATA Configuration Screen
    47
  - Integrated Devices Screen
    48
  - Serial Communication Screen
    49
  - System Security Screen
    50
  - Exit Screen
    52
- System and Setup Password Features
  53
  - Using the System Password
    53
  - Using the Setup Password
    56
- Disabling a Forgotten Password
  57
- Baseboard Management Controller Configuration
  57
  - Entering the BMC Setup Module
    58
  - BMC Setup Module Options
    58
3 Installing System Components

59
- Recommended Tools
  60
- Inside the System
  60
- Front Bezel
  62
  - Removing the Front Bezel
    63
  - Installing the Front Bezel
    64
- Front Bezel Inserts
  65
  - Removing a Front Bezel Insert
    65
  - Installing a Front Bezel Insert
    66
- System Cover
  66
  - Removing the System Cover
    66
  - Installing the System Cover
    67
- EMI Fillers
  68
  - Removing an EMI Filler
    68
  - Installing an EMI Filler
    69
- Processor Airflow Shroud
  69
  - Removing the Processor Airflow Shroud
    70
  - Installing the Processor Airflow Shroud
    72
- Redundant and Non-Redundant Power Supplies
  72
- Hard Drives
  77
- Configuring the Boot Device
  84
- Diskette Drive (Optional)
  84
  - Removing the Diskette Drive
    84
  - Installing a Diskette Drive
    86
- Optical and Tape Drives
  88
  - Removing an Optical or Tape Drive
    88
  - Installing an Optical or Tape Drive
    91
- Expansion Cards
  93
  - Removing an Expansion Card
    93
- Installing an Expansion Card
  95
- SAS Controller Card
  96
  - Removing a SAS Controller Card
    97
  - Installing a SAS Controller Card
    98
- RAID Battery
  99
  - Removing a RAID Battery
    99
  - Installing a RAID Battery
    102
- Remote Access Controller Card (RAC)
  102
  - Removing the RAC Card
    102
  - Installing a RAC Card
    104
- Internal USB Memory Key Connector
  105
  - Installing the Optional Internal USB Memory Key
    105
- Cooling Fans
  107
  - Removing the Expansion Card Fan
    107
  - Installing the Expansion Card Fan
    108
  - Removing the System Fan
    109
  - Installing the System Fan
    110
- System Memory
  111
  - Memory Module Installation Guidelines
    111
  - Removing Memory Modules
    112
  - Installing Memory Modules
    113
- Processor
  115
  - Removing the Processor
    115
  - Installing the Processor
    118
- System Battery
  119
  - Removing the System Battery
    119
  - Installing the System Battery
    121
- Chassis Intrusion Switch
  121
  - Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch
    121
  - Installing the Chassis Intrusion Switch
    123
  - Power Supply Distribution Module
    123
    
    Removing the Power Supply Distribution Module
    123
    
    Installing the Power Supply Distribution Module
    124
  - SAS Backplane
    125
    
    Removing the SAS Backplane
    125
    
    Installing the SAS Backplane
    127
  - Control Panel
    127
    
    Removing the Control Panel
    127
    
    Installing the Control Panel
    129
  - System Board
    129
    
    Removing the System Board
    129
    
    Installing the System Board
    131
4 Troubleshooting Your System

133
- Safety First-For You and Your System
  133
- Start-Up Routine
  133
- Checking the Equipment
  134
- Troubleshooting Serial I/O Problems
  137
  - Troubleshooting a Serial I/O Device
    138
  - Troubleshooting a USB Device
    138
- Troubleshooting a NIC
  140
- Troubleshooting a Wet System
  141
- Troubleshooting a Damaged System
  142
- Troubleshooting the System Battery
  143
- Troubleshooting Redundant Power Supplies
  143
- Troubleshooting System Cooling Problems
  145
  - Troubleshooting a Fan
    145
- Troubleshooting System Memory
  146
- Troubleshooting an Internal USB Memory Key
  148
- Troubleshooting a Diskette Drive
  149
- Troubleshooting an Optical Drive
  151
- Troubleshooting a SCSI Tape Drive
  152
- Troubleshooting a Hard Drive
  153
- Troubleshooting a Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive
  155
- Troubleshooting a SAS or SAS RAID Controller
  157
- Troubleshooting Expansion Cards
  159
- Troubleshooting the Microprocessor
  161
5 Running the System Diagnostics

163
- Using Dell Poweredge Diagnostics
  163
- System Diagnostics Features
  163
- When to Use the System Diagnostics
  164
- Running the System Diagnostics
  164
- System Diagnostics Testing Options
  165
- Using the Custom Test Options
  165
  - Selecting Devices for Testing
    165
  - Selecting Diagnostics Options
    166
  - Viewing Information and Results
    166
6 Jumpers and Connectors

167
- System Board Connectors
  167
- Jumper Settings
  170
- SAS Backplane Board Connectors
  171
- Disabling a Forgotten Password
  173
7 Getting Help

175
- Contacting Dell
  175
Glossary

177
Index

189

Dell POWEREDGE T300 Hardware Owner's Manual (194 pages)

Hardware Owner's Manual (PDF)

Brand: Dell | Category: Server | Size: 12 MB

Table of Contents
3
1 About Your System

11
- Other Information You May Need
  11
- Accessing System Features During Startup
  12
- Front-Panel Features and Indicators
  13
- Back-Panel Features and Indicators
  16
  - Connecting External Devices
    16
- Power Indicator Codes
  17
- NIC Indicator Codes
  18
- LCD Status Messages
  19
  - Solving Problems Described by LCD Status Messages
    29
  - Removing LCD Status Messages
    29
- System Messages
  30
- Warning Messages
  39
- Diagnostics Messages
  40
- Alert Messages
  40
2 Using the System Setup Program

41
- Entering the System Setup Program
  41
  - Responding to Error Messages
    41
  - Using the System Setup Program
    42
- System Setup Options
  43
  - Main Screen
    43
  - Memory Information Screen
    45
  - CPU Information Screen
    46
  - SATA Configuration Screen
    47
  - Integrated Devices Screen
    48
  - Serial Communication Screen
    49
  - System Security Screen
    50
  - Exit Screen
    52
- System and Setup Password Features
  53
  - Using the System Password
    53
  - Using the Setup Password
    56
- Disabling a Forgotten Password
  57
- Baseboard Management Controller Configuration
  57
  - Entering the BMC Setup Module
    58
  - BMC Setup Module Options
    58
3 Installing System Components

59
- Recommended Tools
  60
- Inside the System
  60
- Front Bezel
  62
  - Removing the Front Bezel
    63
  - Installing the Front Bezel
    64
- Front Bezel Inserts
  65
  - Removing a Front Bezel Insert
    65
  - Installing a Front Bezel Insert
    66
- System Cover
  66
  - Removing the System Cover
    66
  - Installing the System Cover
    67
- EMI Fillers
  68
  - Removing an EMI Filler
    68
  - Installing an EMI Filler
    69
- Processor Airflow Shroud
  69
  - Removing the Processor Airflow Shroud
    70
  - Installing the Processor Airflow Shroud
    72
- Redundant and Non-Redundant Power Supplies
  72
- Hard Drives
  77
- Configuring the Boot Device
  84
- Diskette Drive (Optional)
  84
  - Removing the Diskette Drive
    84
  - Installing a Diskette Drive
    86
- Optical and Tape Drives
  88
  - Removing an Optical or Tape Drive
    88
  - Installing an Optical or Tape Drive
    91
- Expansion Cards
  93
- Removing an Expansion Card
  93
- Installing an Expansion Card
  95
- SAS Controller Card
  96
  - Removing a SAS Controller Card
    96
  - Installing a SAS Controller Card
    97
- RAID Battery
  99
  - Removing a RAID Battery
    99
  - Installing a RAID Battery
    101
- Remote Access Controller Card (RAC)
  101
  - Removing the RAC Card
    101
  - Installing a RAC Card
    103
- Internal USB Memory Key Connector
  104
  - Installing the Optional Internal USB Memory Key
    104
- Cooling Fans
  106
  - Removing the Expansion Card Fan
    106
  - Installing the Expansion Card Fan
    107
  - Removing the System Fan
    108
  - Installing the System Fan
    109
- System Memory
  110
  - Memory Module Installation Guidelines
    110
  - Removing Memory Modules
    111
  - Installing Memory Modules
    113
- Processor
  114
  - Removing the Processor
    114
  - Installing the Processor
    117
- System Battery
  118
  - Removing the System Battery
    118
  - Installing the System Battery
    120
  - Chassis Intrusion Switch
    120
    
    Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch
    120
    
    Installing the Chassis Intrusion Switch
    121
  - Power Supply Distribution Module
    122
    
    Removing the Power Supply Distribution Module
    122
    
    Installing the Power Supply Distribution Module
    123
  - SAS Backplane
    124
    
    Removing the SAS Backplane
    124
    
    Installing the SAS Backplane
    126
  - Control Panel (Service-Only Procedure)
    126
    
    Removing the Control Panel
    126
    
    Installing the Control Panel
    128
  - System Board (Service Only Procedure)
    128
    
    Removing the System Board
    128
    
    Installing the System Board
    130
4 Troubleshooting Your System

133
- Safety First-For You and Your System
  133
- Start-Up Routine
  133
- Checking the Equipment
  134
- Troubleshooting Serial I/O Problems
  137
  - Troubleshooting a Serial I/O Device
    138
  - Troubleshooting a USB Device
    138
- Troubleshooting a NIC
  140
- Troubleshooting a Wet System
  141
- Troubleshooting a Damaged System
  142
- Troubleshooting the System Battery
  143
- Troubleshooting Redundant Power Supplies
  143
- Troubleshooting System Cooling Problems
  145
  - Troubleshooting a Fan
    145
- Troubleshooting System Memory
  146
- Troubleshooting an Internal USB Memory Key
  148
- Troubleshooting a Diskette Drive
  149
- Troubleshooting an Optical Drive
  151
- Troubleshooting a SCSI Tape Drive
  152
- Troubleshooting a Hard Drive
  153
- Troubleshooting a Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive
  155
- Troubleshooting a SAS or SAS RAID Controller
  157
- Troubleshooting Expansion Cards
  159
- Troubleshooting the Microprocessor
  161
5 Running the System Diagnostics

163
- Using Dell Poweredge Diagnostics
  163
- System Diagnostics Features
  163
- When to Use the System Diagnostics
  164
- Running the System Diagnostics
  164
- System Diagnostics Testing Options
  165
- Using the Custom Test Options
  165
  - Selecting Devices for Testing
    165
  - Selecting Diagnostics Options
    166
  - Viewing Information and Results
    166
6 Jumpers and Connectors

167
- System Board Connectors
  167
- Jumper Settings
  170
- SAS Backplane Board Connectors
  171
- Disabling a Forgotten Password
  173
7 Getting Help

175
- Contacting Dell
  175
Glossary

177
Index

189

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