Dell Emc Poweredge R240: Installation and Service Manual

Dell EMC PowerEdge R240
Installation and Service Manual
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Rev. A05
Contents
1 About this document.....................................................................................................................7
2 Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system overview.................................................................................. 8

Front view of the system......................................................................................................................................................8
Control panels.................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Rear view of the system..................................................................................................................................................... 10
Inside the system................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Locating the information tag of your system.................................................................................................................... 11
3 PowerEdge R240 initial system setup and configuration.................................................................13

Setting up your system........................................................................................................................................................13
iDRAC configuration............................................................................................................................................................ 13
Options to set up iDRAC IP address............................................................................................................................ 13
Log in to iDRAC.............................................................................................................................................................. 13
Options to install the operating system.............................................................................................................................14
Methods to download firmware and drivers...............................................................................................................14
Downloading drivers and firmware...............................................................................................................................15
4 PowerEdge R240 Pre-operating system management applications..................................................16

Options to manage the pre-operating system applications............................................................................................16
System Setup....................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Viewing System Setup...................................................................................................................................................16
System Setup details..................................................................................................................................................... 16
System BIOS................................................................................................................................................................... 17
iDRAC Settings utility.................................................................................................................................................... 33
Device Settings.............................................................................................................................................................. 33
Dell Lifecycle Controller...................................................................................................................................................... 33
Embedded system management................................................................................................................................. 33
Boot Manager...................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Viewing Boot Manager..................................................................................................................................................33
Boot Manager main menu............................................................................................................................................ 34
One-shot UEFI boot menu........................................................................................................................................... 34
System Utilities.............................................................................................................................................................. 34
PXE boot.............................................................................................................................................................................. 34
5 PowerEdge R240 installing and removing system components....................................................... 35

Safety instructions.............................................................................................................................................................. 35
Before working inside your system................................................................................................................................... 35
After working inside your system...................................................................................................................................... 35
Recommended tools........................................................................................................................................................... 36
Front bezel........................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Removing the front bezel............................................................................................................................................. 36
Installing the front bezel................................................................................................................................................37
System cover....................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Contents 3
Removing the system cover.........................................................................................................................................37
Installing the system cover...........................................................................................................................................38
Air shroud............................................................................................................................................................................. 39
Removing the air shroud...............................................................................................................................................39
Installing the air shroud................................................................................................................................................. 40
Cooling fans.......................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Removing the cooling fan blank....................................................................................................................................41
Installing the cooling fan blank...................................................................................................................................... 41
Removing a cooling fan.................................................................................................................................................42
Installing a cooling fan................................................................................................................................................... 43
Drives.................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Removing a drive blank................................................................................................................................................. 43
Installing a drive blank................................................................................................................................................... 44
Removing a hot-swappable drive................................................................................................................................ 44
Installing the hot-swappable drive...............................................................................................................................45
Removing the drive from the drive carrier................................................................................................................. 46
Installing the drive into the drive carrier......................................................................................................................47
Removing a 2.5-inch drive from a 3.5-inch drive adapter........................................................................................48
Installing a 2.5-inch drive into a 3.5-inch drive adapter............................................................................................48
Removing a 3.5-inch drive adapter from a 3.5-inch drive carrier........................................................................... 49
Installing a 3.5-inch adapter into a 3.5-inch drive carrier......................................................................................... 50
Removing a cabled drive............................................................................................................................................... 51
Installing a cabled drive..................................................................................................................................................51
Removing the cabled drive from the drive carrier.....................................................................................................52
Installing a cabled drive into the drive carrier.............................................................................................................53
Intrusion switch................................................................................................................................................................... 54
Removing the intrusion switch.................................................................................................................................... 54
Installing the intrusion switch.......................................................................................................................................54
System memory...................................................................................................................................................................55
System memory guidelines...........................................................................................................................................55
General memory module installation guidelines......................................................................................................... 56
Removing a memory module........................................................................................................................................57
Installing a memory module.......................................................................................................................................... 58
Expansion cards and expansion card risers......................................................................................................................59
Expansion card installation guidelines......................................................................................................................... 59
Removing the expansion card riser.............................................................................................................................. 61
Installing the expansion card riser................................................................................................................................62
Removing expansion card from the expansion card riser.........................................................................................63
Installing expansion card into the expansion card riser.............................................................................................64
M.2 SSD module..................................................................................................................................................................65
Removing the M.2 SSD module...................................................................................................................................65
Installing the M.2 SSD module..................................................................................................................................... 66
System battery ................................................................................................................................................................... 67
Replacing the system battery...................................................................................................................................... 67
Optional internal USB memory key................................................................................................................................... 69
Replacing the optional internal USB memory key..................................................................................................... 69
Optional optical drive.......................................................................................................................................................... 69
Removing the optional optical drive............................................................................................................................69
Installing the optional optical drive...............................................................................................................................70
Processor and heat sink...................................................................................................................................................... 71
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Removing the heat sink................................................................................................................................................. 71
Removing the processor................................................................................................................................................71
Installing the processor................................................................................................................................................. 72
Installing the heat sink................................................................................................................................................... 73
Optional IDSDM or vFlash module.....................................................................................................................................73
Removing the optional IDSDM or vFlash card........................................................................................................... 74
Installing optional IDSDM or vFlash card.................................................................................................................... 74
Removing the MicroSD card........................................................................................................................................ 75
Installing the MicroSD card.......................................................................................................................................... 76
Drive backplane.................................................................................................................................................................... 77
Drive backplane.............................................................................................................................................................. 77
Removing the drive backplane..................................................................................................................................... 77
Installing the drive backplane....................................................................................................................................... 78
Cable routing........................................................................................................................................................................ 79
Power supply unit................................................................................................................................................................ 82
Removing a cabled power supply unit.........................................................................................................................82
Installing a cabled power supply unit........................................................................................................................... 83
System board....................................................................................................................................................................... 84
Removing the system board........................................................................................................................................ 84
Installing the system board...........................................................................................................................................86
Restoring the system using Easy Restore.................................................................................................................. 87
Trusted Platform Module................................................................................................................................................... 87
Upgrading the Trusted Platform Module....................................................................................................................87
Initializing TPM for BitLocker users.............................................................................................................................89
Initializing the TPM 1.2 for TXT users......................................................................................................................... 89
Initializing the TPM 2.0 for TXT users........................................................................................................................ 89
Control panel........................................................................................................................................................................89
Removing the left control panel.................................................................................................................................. 89
Installing the left control panel.....................................................................................................................................90
Removing the right control panel................................................................................................................................. 91
Installing the right control panel...................................................................................................................................92
6 PowerEdge R240 jumpers and connectors ................................................................................... 94

System board connectors.................................................................................................................................................. 94
System board jumper settings...........................................................................................................................................95
Disabling forgotten password............................................................................................................................................ 95
7 Technical specifications.............................................................................................................. 97
Chassis dimensions..............................................................................................................................................................97
System weight..................................................................................................................................................................... 98
Processor specifications.....................................................................................................................................................98
PSU specifications.............................................................................................................................................................. 98
Cooling fans specifications.................................................................................................................................................98
System battery specifications........................................................................................................................................... 99
Expansion card riser specifications................................................................................................................................... 99
Memory specifications........................................................................................................................................................99
Storage controller specifications.......................................................................................................................................99
Drive specifications............................................................................................................................................................100
Drives.............................................................................................................................................................................100
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Optical drives................................................................................................................................................................100
Ports and connectors specifications............................................................................................................................... 100
USB ports specifications.............................................................................................................................................100
NIC ports specifications.............................................................................................................................................. 100
Serial connector specifications...................................................................................................................................100
VGA ports specifications..............................................................................................................................................101
IDSDM module.............................................................................................................................................................. 101
Video specifications............................................................................................................................................................101
Environmental specifications.............................................................................................................................................101
Standard operating temperature............................................................................................................................... 102
Expanded operating temperature.............................................................................................................................. 102
Particulate and gaseous contamination specifications............................................................................................103
8 System diagnostics and indicator codes ..................................................................................... 105

System health and system ID indicator codes............................................................................................................... 105
iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes...................................................................................................................................106
NIC indicator codes........................................................................................................................................................... 106
Non-redundant cabled power supply unit indicator codes........................................................................................... 107
Drive indicator codes......................................................................................................................................................... 107
PowerEdge R240 system diagnostics.............................................................................................................................108
Dell Embedded System Diagnostics.......................................................................................................................... 108
9 Getting help..............................................................................................................................110
Recycling or End-of-Life service information................................................................................................................. 110
Contacting Dell....................................................................................................................................................................110
Accessing system information by using QRL.................................................................................................................. 110
Quick Resource Locator for Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system...........................................................................111
Receiving automated support with SupportAssist .........................................................................................................111
10 Documentation resources......................................................................................................... 112
6 Contents
1
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.
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2
Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system overview
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system is a 1U server that supports:
• One Intel Xeon, Core i3, Pentium, or Celeron processor
• Four DIMM slots
• Cabled AC power supply unit
• Up to four 3.5-inch SAS, SATA drives or SSDs, or four 3.5-inch cabled drives, or two 3.5-inch cabled drives.
For more information, see the Technical specifications section.
NOTE: All instances of SAS, SATA drives, and SSDs are referred to as drives in this document, unless specified
otherwise.
Topics:
• Front view of the system
• Rear view of the system
• Inside the system
• Locating the information tag of your system
Front view of the system
Figure 1. Front view of the 4 x 3.5-inch drive system

1. Left control panel 2. Optical drive (optional)
3. Right control panel 4. Information tag
5. Drive (4)
Figure 2. Front view of the 4 x 3.5-inch cabled drive system

1. Left control panel 2. Optical drive (optional)
3. Right control panel 4. Information tag
5. Drive (4)
NOTE: LED functionality is not supported on cabled disk drive configuration.
8 Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system overview

For more information about the ports, see the Technical Specifications section.
Control panels
Left control panel
Figure 3. Left control panel view

1. System health and system ID indicator
Right control panel
Figure 4. Right control panel view

1. Power button
2. USB 2.0-compliant port
3. iDRAC direct Micro USB port
NOTE: For more information on the ports, see the Ports and connectors specifications section.
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Rear view of the system
Figure 5. Rear view of the system

1. Serial port 2. NIC port (Gb 1)
3. NIC port (Gb 2) 4. Half-height PCIe expansion card slot
5. Full-height PCIe expansion card slot 6. Power supply unit
7. PSU Built-in Self Test (BIST) LED 8. PSU Built-in Self Test (BIST) button
9. System identification button 10. System status indicator cable port (CMA)
11. USB 3.0 ports (2) 12. iDRAC dedicated NIC port
13. VGA port
For more information about the ports and connectors, see the Technical Specifications section.
Inside the system
Figure 6. Inside the system - 4 x 3.5-inch drive system

1. Optical drive 2. Intrusion switch

3. Cabled AC power supply unit 4. Expansion card riser
5. Processor and heat sink 6. Memory module sockets
7. System board 8. Fan (4)
9. Drive backplane
Figure 7. Inside the system - 4 x 3.5-inch cabled drive system

1. Optical drive 2. Intrusion switch
3. Cabled AC power supply unit 4. Expansion card riser
5. Processor and heat sink 6. Memory module sockets
7. System board 8. Fan (4)
9. Cabled drive
Locating the information tag of your system

Your system is identified by a unique Express Service Code and Service Tag number. You can view the Express Service Code and Service
Tag by pulling out the information tag located on the front of the system. Alternatively, the information may be on the Mini Enterprise
Service Tag (MEST) label on the chassis, on the rear of the system. This information is used by Dell to route support calls to the
appropriate personnel.
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Figure 8. Locating Service Tag of your system
1. Information tag (front view) 2. Information tag (back view)
3. OpenManage Mobile (OMM) label 4. iDRAC MAC address and iDRAC secure password label
5. Service Tag, Express Service Code, QRL label

3
PowerEdge R240 initial system setup and
configuration
Setting up your system
Perform the following steps to set up your system:
Steps
1. Unpack the system.
2. Install the system into the rack. For more information about installing the system into the rack, see the Rail Installation Guide at
www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
3. Connect the peripherals to the system.
4. Connect the system to its electrical outlet.
5. Power on the system by pressing the power button or by using iDRAC.
6. Power on the attached peripherals.
For more information about setting up your system, see the Getting Started Guide that shipped with your system.
iDRAC configuration
The Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) is designed to make system administrators more productive and improve the
overall availability of Dell systems. iDRAC alerts administrators about system issues and enables them to perform remote system
management. This reduces the need for physical access to the system.
Options to set up iDRAC IP address

To enable communication between your system and iDRAC, you must first configure the network settings based on your network
infrastructure.
NOTE: For static IP configuration, you must request for it at the time of purchase.
This option is set to DHCP by Default. You can set up the IP address by using one of the following interfaces:
Interfaces Document/Section
iDRAC Settings Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals
utility
Dell Deployment Dell Deployment Toolkit User’s Guide at www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals > OpenManage Deployment Toolkit
Toolkit
Dell Lifecycle Dell Lifecycle Controller User’s Guide at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals
Controller
NOTE: To access iDRAC, ensure that you connect the ethernet cable to the iDRAC9 dedicated network port. You can
also access iDRAC through the shared LOM mode, if you have opted for a system that has the shared LOM mode
enabled.
Log in to iDRAC
You can log in to iDRAC as:
• iDRAC user
PowerEdge R240 initial system setup and configuration 13

• Microsoft Active Directory user
• Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) user
If you have opted for secure default access to iDRAC, you must use the iDRAC secure default password available on the system
Information tag. If you have not opted for secure default access to iDRAC, then use the default user name and password –root and
calvin. You can also log in by using your Single Sign-On or Smart Card.
NOTE: You must have the iDRAC credentials to log in to iDRAC.
NOTE: Ensure that you change the default user name and password after setting up the iDRAC IP address.
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/poweredgemanuals.
You can also access iDRAC by using RACADM. For more information, see the RACADM Command Line Interface Reference Guide at
Options to install the operating system

If the system is shipped without an operating system, install a supported operating system by using one of the following resources:
Table 1. Resources to install the operating system
Resources Location
iDRAC www.dell.com/idracmanuals
Lifecycle Controller www.dell.com/idracmanuals > Lifecycle Controller
OpenManage Deployment Toolkit www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals > OpenManage Deployment
Toolkit
Dell certified VMware ESXi www.dell.com/virtualizationsolutions
Installation and How-to videos for supported operating systems on Supported Operating Systems for Dell EMC PowerEdge systems
PowerEdge systems
Methods to download firmware and drivers

You can download the firmware and drivers by using any of the following methods:
Table 2. Firmware and drivers
Methods Location
From the Dell EMC support site www.dell.com/support/home
Using Dell Remote Access Controller Lifecycle Controller (iDRAC www.dell.com/idracmanuals
with LC)
Using Dell Repository Manager (DRM) www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals > Repository Manager
Using Dell OpenManage Essentials www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals > OpenManage Essentials
Using Dell OpenManage Enterprise www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals > OpenManage Enterprise
Using Dell Server Update Utility (SUU) www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals > Server Update Utility
Using Dell OpenManage Deployment Toolkit (DTK) www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals > OpenManage Deployment
Toolkit
Using iDRAC virtual media www.dell.com/idracmanuals
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Downloading drivers and firmware
Dell EMC recommends that you download and install the latest BIOS, drivers, and systems management firmware on your system.
Prerequisites
Ensure that you clear the web browser cache before downloading the drivers and firmware.
Steps
1. Go to www.dell.com/support/home.
2. In the Drivers & Downloads section, type the Service Tag of your system in the Enter a Service Tag or product ID box, and then
click Submit.
NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, select Detect Product to allow the system to automatically detect the
Service Tag, or click View products, and navigate to your product.
3. Click Drivers & Downloads.
The drivers that are applicable to your system are displayed.
4. Download the drivers to a USB drive, CD, or DVD.
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PowerEdge R240 Pre-operating system
management applications
You can manage basic settings and features of a system without booting to the operating system by using the system firmware.
Topics:
• Options to manage the pre-operating system applications
• System Setup
• Dell Lifecycle Controller
• Boot Manager
• PXE boot
Options to manage the pre-operating system

applications
Your system has the following options to manage the pre-operating system applications:
• System Setup
• Dell Lifecycle Controller
• Boot Manager
• Preboot Execution Environment (PXE)
System Setup
By using the System Setup screen, you can configure the BIOS settings, iDRAC settings, and device settings of your system.
NOTE: Help text for the selected field is displayed in the graphical browser by default. To view the help text in the text
browser, press F1.
You can access system setup by one of the following:
• Standard graphical browser—The browser is enabled by default.
• Text browser—The browser is enabled by using Console Redirection.
Viewing System Setup

To view the System Setup screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
1. Power on, or restart your system.
2. Press F2 immediately after you see the following message:
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If your operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to finish booting, and then
restart your system and try again.
System Setup details

The System Setup Main Menu screen details are explained as follows:
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Option Description
System BIOS Enables you to configure BIOS settings.
iDRAC Settings Enables you to configure the iDRAC settings.
The iDRAC settings utility is an interface to set up and configure the iDRAC parameters by using UEFI (Unified
Extensible Firmware Interface). You can enable or disable various iDRAC parameters by using the iDRAC settings
utility. For more information about this utility, see Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at
Device Settings Enables you to configure device settings.
System BIOS
You can use the System BIOS screen to edit specific functions such as boot order, system password, setup password, set the SATA
mode, and enable or disable USB ports.
Viewing System BIOS

To view the System BIOS screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If the operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to finish booting, and then
restart the system and try again.
3. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS.
System BIOS Settings details

About this task
The System BIOS Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
System Specifies information about the system such as the system model name, BIOS version, and Service Tag.
Information
Memory Settings Specifies information and options related to the installed memory.
Processor Specifies information and options related to the processor such as speed and cache size.
Settings
SATA Settings Specifies options to enable or disable the integrated SATA controller and ports.
Boot Settings Specifies options to specify the Boot mode (BIOS or UEFI). Enables you to modify UEFI and BIOS boot settings.
Network Settings Specifies options to manage the UEFI network settings and boot protocols.
Legacy network settings are managed from the Device Settings menu.
Integrated Devices Specifies options to manage integrated device controllers and ports, specifies related features and options.
Serial Specifies options to manage the serial ports, its related features and options.
Communication
System Profile Specifies options to change the processor power management settings, memory frequency.
Settings
System Security Specifies options to configure the system security settings, such as system password, setup password, Trusted
Platform Module (TPM) security, and UEFI secure boot. It also manages the power button on the system.
PowerEdge R240 Pre-operating system management applications 17

Option Description
Redundant OS Sets the redundant OS info for redundant OS control.
Control
Miscellaneous Specifies options to change the system date and time.
Settings
System Information
You can use the System Information screen to view system properties such as Service Tag, system model name, and BIOS version.
Viewing System Information

To view the System Information screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
4. On the System BIOS screen, click System Information.
System Information details

About this task
The System Information screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
System Model Specifies the system model name.
Name
System BIOS Specifies the BIOS version installed on the system.
Version
System Specifies the current version of the Management Engine firmware.
Management
Engine Version
System Service Specifies the system Service Tag.
Tag
System Specifies the name of the system manufacturer.
Manufacturer
System Specifies the contact information of the system manufacturer.
Manufacturer
Contact
Information
System CPLD Specifies the current version of the system complex programmable logic device (CPLD) firmware.
Version
UEFI Compliance Specifies the UEFI compliance level of the system firmware.
Version

Memory Settings
You can use the Memory Settings screen to view all the memory settings and enable or disable specific memory functions, such as
system memory testing and node interleaving.
Viewing Memory Settings

To view the Memory Settings screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
NOTE: If the operating system begins to load before you press F2, wait for the system to finish booting, and then
restart the system and try again.
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Memory Settings.
Memory Settings details

About this task
The Memory Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
System Memory Specifies the memory size in the system.
Size
System Memory Specifies the type of memory installed in the system.
Type
System Memory Specifies the system memory speed.
Speed
System Memory Specifies the system memory voltage.
Voltage
Video Memory Specifies the amount of video memory.
System Memory Specifies whether the system memory tests are run during system boot. Options are Enabled and Disabled. This
Testing option is set to Disabled by default.
Memory Operating Specifies the memory operating mode. This option is set to Optimizer Mode by default.
Mode NOTE: The Memory Operating Mode option can have different default and available options based
on the memory configuration of your system.
Current State of Specifies the current state of the memory operating mode.
Memory Operating
Mode

Processor Settings
You can use the Processor Settings screen to view the processor settings, and perform specific functions such as enabling virtualization
technology, hardware prefetcher, and logical processor idling.
Viewing Processor Settings

To view the Processor Settings screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Processor Settings.
Processor Settings details

About this task
The Processor Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
Logical Processor Enables or disables the logical processors and displays the number of logical processors. If this option is set to
Enabled, the BIOS displays all the logical processors. If this option is set to Disabled, the BIOS displays only one
logical processor per core. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Virtualization Enables or disables the virtualization technology for the processor. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Technology
Adjacent Cache Optimizes the system for applications that need high utilization of sequential memory access. This option is set to
Line Prefetch Enabled by default. You can disable this option for applications that need high utilization of random memory
access.
Hardware Enables or disables the hardware prefetcher. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Prefetcher
Logical Processor Enables you to improve the energy efficiency of a system. It uses the operating system core parking algorithm and
Idling parks some of the logical processors in the system which in turn allows the corresponding processor cores to
transition into a lower power idle state. This option can only be enabled if the operating system supports it. It is set
to Disabled by default.
x2APIC Mode Enables or disables the x2APIC mode. This option is set to Disabled by default.
Number of Cores Controls the number of enabled cores in each processor. This option is set to All by default.
per Processor
Processor Core Specifies the maximum core frequency of the processor.
Speed
Processor 1 The following settings are displayed for each processor installed in the system:
Option Description
Family-Model- Specifies the family, model, and stepping of the processor as defined by Intel.
Stepping
Brand Specifies the brand name.
Level 2 Cache Specifies the total L2 cache.

Option Description
Option Description
Level 3 Cache Specifies the total L3 cache.
Number of Cores Specifies the number of cores per processor.
Microcode Specifies the microcode.
SATA Settings
You can use the SATA Settings screen to view the SATA settings of SATA devices and enable SATA on your system.
Viewing SATA Settings

To view the SATA Settings screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
4. On the System BIOS screen, click SATA Settings.
SATA Settings details

About this task
The SATA Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
Embedded SATA Enables the embedded SATA option to be set to Off, AHCI, or RAID modes. This option is set to AHCI Mode by
default.
Security Freeze Sends Security Freeze Lock command to the embedded SATA drives during POST. This option is applicable only
Lock for AHCI Mode. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Write Cache Enables or disables the command for the embedded SATA drives during POST. This option is set to Disabled by
default.
Port n Sets the drive type of the selected device.
For AHCI Mode or RAID Mode, BIOS support is always enabled.
Option Description
Model Specifies the drive model of the selected device.
Drive Type Specifies the type of drive attached to the SATA port.
Capacity Specifies the total capacity of the drive. This field is undefined for removable media
devices such as optical drives.

Boot Settings
You can use the Boot Settings screen to set the boot mode to either BIOS or UEFI. It also enables you to specify the boot order.
• UEFI: The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) is a new interface between operating systems and platform firmware. The
interface consists of data tables with platform related information, boot and runtime service calls that are available to the operating
system and its loader. The following benefits are available when the Boot Mode is set to UEFI:
• Support for drive partitions larger than 2 TB.
• Enhanced security (e.g., UEFI Secure Boot).
• Faster boot time.
• BIOS: The BIOS Boot Mode is the legacy boot mode. It is maintained for backward compatibility.
Viewing Boot Settings

To view the Boot Settings screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Boot Settings.
Boot Settings details

About this task
The Boot Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
Boot Mode Enables you to set the boot mode of the system.
CAUTION: Switching the boot mode may prevent the system from booting if the operating system
is not installed in the same boot mode.
If the operating system supports UEFI, you can set this option to UEFI. Setting this field to BIOS allows
compatibility with non-UEFI operating systems. This option is set to UEFI by default.
NOTE: Setting this field to UEFI disables the BIOS Boot Settings menu.
Boot Sequence Enables or disables the Boot Sequence Retry feature. If this option is set to Enabled and the system fails to
Retry boot, the system re-attempts the boot sequence after 30 seconds. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Hard-Disk Failover Specifies the drive that is booted in the event of a drive failure. The devices are selected in the Hard-Disk Drive
Sequence on the Boot Option Setting menu. When this option is set to Disabled, only the first drive in the list
is attempted to boot. When this option is set to Enabled, all drives are attempted to boot in the order selected in
the Hard-Disk Drive Sequence. This option is not enabled for UEFI Boot Mode. This option is set to Disabled
by default.
Generic USB boot Enables or disables generic USB boot. This option is set to Disabled by default.
Hard-disk Drive Enables or disables Hard-disk Drive Placeholder.
Placeholder
UEFI Boot Enables or disables UEFI Boot options.
Settings
The Boot options include IPv4 PXE and IPv6 PXE. This option is set to IPv4 by default.
NOTE: This option is enabled only if the boot mode is UEFI.

Option Description
UEFI Boot Enables you to change the boot device order.
Sequence
Boot Options Enables you to select the enabled or disabled boot devices.
Enable/Disable
Network Settings
You can use the Network Settings screen to modify UEFI PXE, iSCSI, and HTTP boot settings. The network settings option is available
only in the UEFI mode.
NOTE: BIOS does not control network settings in the BIOS mode. For the BIOS boot mode, the optional Boot ROM of
the network controllers handles the network settings.
Viewing Network Settings

To view the Network Settings screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Network Settings.
Network Settings screen details

The Network Settings screen details are explained as follows:
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Option Description
PXE Device n (n = Enables or disables the device. When enabled, a UEFI PXE boot option is created for the device.
1 to 4)
PXE Device n Enables you to control the configuration of the PXE device.
Settings(n = 1 to
4)
HTTP Device n (n Enables or disables the device. When enabled, a UEFI HTTP boot option is created for the device.
= 1 to 4)
HTTP Device n Enables you to control the configuration of the HTTP device.
Settings (n = 1 to
4)
UEFI iSCSI Enables you to control the configuration of the iSCSI device.
Settings
Table 3. UEFI iSCSI Settings screen details
Option Description
iSCSI Initiator Name Specifies the name of the iSCSI initiator in IQN format.
iSCSI Device1 Enables or disables the iSCSI device. When enabled, a
UEFI boot option is created for the iSCSI device
automatically. This is set to Enabled by default.

Option Description
Option Description
iSCSI Device1 Settings Enables you to control the configuration of the iSCSI
device.
Integrated Devices
You can use the Integrated Devices screen to view and configure the settings of all integrated devices including the video controller,
integrated RAID controller, and the USB ports.
Viewing Integrated Devices

To view the Integrated Devices screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Integrated Devices.
Integrated Devices details

About this task
The Integrated Devices screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
User Accessible Configures the user accessible USB ports. Selecting Only Back Ports On disables the front USB ports; selecting
USB Ports All Ports Off disables all front and back USB ports;
The USB keyboard and mouse still function in certain USB ports during the boot process, depending on the
selection. After the boot process is complete, the USB ports will be enabled or disabled as per the setting.
NOTE: Selecting Only Back Ports On and All Ports Off disables the USB management port and also
restricts access to the iDRAC features.
Internal USB Port Enables or disables the internal USB port. This option is set to On or Off. This option is set to On by default.
iDRAC Direct USB The iDRAC Direct USB port is managed by iDRAC exclusively with no host visibility. This option is set to ON or
Port OFF. When set to OFF, iDRAC does not detect any USB devices installed in this managed port. This option is set
to On by default.
Embedded NIC1 NOTE: The Embedded NIC1 and NIC2 options are only available on systems that do not have
and NIC2 Integrated Network Card 1.
Enables or disables the Embedded NIC1 and NIC2 options. If set to Disabled, the NIC may still be available for
shared network access by the embedded management controller. The embedded NIC1 and NIC2 options are only
available on systems that do not have Network Daughter Cards (NDCs). The Embedded NIC1 and NIC2 option is
mutually exclusive with the Integrated Network Card 1 option. Configure the Embedded NIC1 and NIC2 option by
using the NIC management utilities of the system.
I/OAT DMA Enables or disables the I/O Acceleration Technology (I/OAT) option. I/OAT is a set of DMA features designed to
Engine accelerate network traffic and lower CPU utilization. Enable only if the hardware and software support the
feature.

Option Description
Embedded Video Enables or disables the use of Embedded Video Controller as the primary display. When set to Enabled, the
Controller Embedded Video Controller will be the primary display even if add-in graphic cards are installed. When set to
Disabled, an add-in graphics card will be used as the primary display. BIOS will output displays to both the primary
add-in video and the embedded video during POST and pre-boot environment. The embedded video will then be
disabled right before the operating system boots. This option is set to Enabled by default.
NOTE: When there are multiple add-in graphic cards installed in the system, the first card
discovered during PCI enumeration is selected as the primary video. You might have to re-arrange
the cards in the slots in order to control which card is the primary video.
Current State of Displays the current state of the embedded video controller. The Current State of Embedded Video
Embedded Video Controller option is a read-only field. If the Embedded Video Controller is the only display capability in the system
Controller (that is, no add-in graphics card is installed), then the Embedded Video Controller is automatically used as the
primary display even if the Embedded Video Controller setting is set to Enabled.
OS Watchdog If your system stops responding, this watchdog timer aids in the recovery of your operating system. When this
Timer option is set to Enabled, the operating system initializes the timer. When this option is set to Disabled (the
default), the timer does not have any effect on the system.
Memory Mapped Enables or disables the support for the PCIe devices that need large amounts of memory. Enable this option only
I/O above 4 GB for 64-bit operating systems. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Slot Disablement Enables or disables the available PCIe slots on your system. The slot disablement feature controls the
configuration of the PCIe cards installed in the specified slot. Slots must be disabled only when the installed
peripheral card prevents booting into the operating system or causes delays in system startup. If the slot is
disabled, both the Option ROM and UEFI drivers are disabled. Only slots that are present on the system will be
available for control.
Table 4. Slot Disablement

Option Description
Slot 1 Enables or disables or only the boot driver is disabled
for the PCIe slot 1. This option is set to Enabled by
default.
Slot 2 Enables or disables or only the boot driver is disabled

for the PCIe slot 2. This option is set to Enabled by
default.
Serial Communication
You can use the Serial Communication screen to view the properties of the serial communication port.
Viewing Serial Communication

To view the Serial Communication screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Serial Communication.

Serial Communication details
About this task
The Serial Communication screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
Serial Selects serial communication devices (Serial Device 1 and Serial Device 2) in BIOS. BIOS console redirection can
Communication also be enabled, and the port address can be specified. This option is set to Auto by default.
Serial Port Enables you to set the port address for serial devices. This field sets the serial port address to either COM1 or
Address COM2 (COM1=0x3F8, COM2=0x2F8). This option is set to Serial Device1=COM2 or Serial Device 2=COM1
by default.
NOTE: You can use only Serial Device 2 for the Serial Over LAN (SOL) feature. To use console
redirection by SOL, configure the same port address for console redirection and the serial device.
NOTE: Every time the system boots, the BIOS syncs the serial MUX setting saved in iDRAC. The
serial MUX setting can independently be changed in iDRAC. Loading the BIOS default settings
from within the BIOS setup utility may not always revert the serial MUX setting to the default
setting of Serial Device 1.
External Serial Enables you to associate the External Serial Connector to Serial Device 1, Serial Device 2, or the Remote
Connector Access Device by using this option. This option is set to Serial Device 1 by default.
NOTE: Only Serial Device 2 can be used for Serial Over LAN (SOL). To use console redirection by
SOL, configure the same port address for console redirection and the serial device.
NOTE: Every time the system boots, the BIOS syncs the serial MUX setting saved in iDRAC. The
serial MUX setting can independently be changed in iDRAC. Loading the BIOS default settings
from within the BIOS setup utility may not always revert this setting to the default setting of
Serial Device 1.
Failsafe Baud Rate Specifies the failsafe baud rate for console redirection. The BIOS attempts to determine the baud rate
automatically. This failsafe baud rate is used only if the attempt fails, and the value must not be changed. This
option is set to 115200 by default.
Remote Terminal Sets the remote console terminal type. This option is set to ANSIVT100/VT220 by default.
Type
Redirection After Enables or disables the BIOS console redirection when the operating system is loaded. This option is set to
Boot Enabled by default.
System Profile Settings

You can use the System Profile Settings screen to enable specific system performance settings such as power management.
Viewing System Profile Settings

To view the System Profile Settings screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
4. On the System BIOS screen, click System Profile Settings.

System Profile Settings details
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The System Profile Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
System Profile Sets the system profile. If you set the System Profile option to a mode other than Custom, the BIOS
automatically sets the rest of the options. You can only change the rest of the options if the mode is set to
Custom. This option is set to Performance Per Watt (OS) by default.
NOTE: All the parameters on the system profile setting screen are available only when the System
Profile option is set to Custom.
CPU Power Sets the CPU power management. This option is set to OS DBPM by default.
Management
Memory Sets the speed of the system memory. You can select Maximum Performance, Maximum Reliability, or a
Frequency specific speed. This option is set to Maximum Performance by default.
Turbo Boost Enables or disables the processor to operate in the turbo boost mode. This option is set to Enabled by default.
C1E Enables or disables the processor to switch to a minimum performance state when it is idle. This option is set to
Enabled by default.
C States Enables or disables the processor to operate in all available power states. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Memory Refresh Sets the memory refresh rate to either 1x or 2x. This option is set to 1x by default.
Rate
Uncore Frequency Enables you to select the Processor Uncore Frequency option.
Dynamic mode enables the processor to optimize power resources across the cores and uncore during runtime.
The optimization of the uncore frequency to either save power or optimize performance is influenced by the
setting of the Energy Efficiency Policy option.
Number of Turbo NOTE: If there are two processors installed in the system, you will see an entry for Number of
Boost Enabled Turbo Boost Enabled Cores for Processor 2.
Cores for
Processor 1 Controls the number of turbo boost enabled cores for Processor 1. The maximum number of cores is enabled by
default.
Monitor/Mwait Enables the Monitor/Mwait instructions in the processor. This option is set to Enabled for all system profiles,
except Custom by default.
NOTE: This option can be disabled only if the C States option in the Custom mode is set to
disabled.
NOTE: When C States is set to Enabled in the Custom mode, changing the Monitor/Mwait setting
does not impact the system power or performance.
PCI ASPM L1 Link Enables or disables the PCI ASPM L1 Link Power Management. This option is set to Enabled by default.
Power
Management
System Security
You can use the System Security screen to perform specific functions such as setting the system password, setup password and
disabling the power button.
Viewing System Security

To view the System Security screen, perform the following steps:
Steps

F2 = System Setup
4. On the System BIOS screen, click System Security.
System Security Settings details

About this task
The System Security Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
CPU AES-NI Improves the speed of applications by performing encryption and decryption by using the Advanced Encryption
Standard Instruction Set (AES-NI). This option is set to Enabled by default.
System Password Sets the system password. This option is set to Enabled by default and is read-only if the password jumper is not
installed in the system.
Setup Password Sets the setup password. This option is read-only if the password jumper is not installed in the system.
Password Status Locks the system password. This option is set to Unlocked by default.
TPM Security NOTE: The TPM menu is available only when the TPM module is installed.
Enables you to control the reporting mode of the TPM. The TPM Security option is set to Off by default. You
can only modify the TPM Status, and TPM Activation fields if the TPM Status field is set to either On with Pre-
boot Measurements or On without Pre-boot Measurements.
TPM Information Changes the operational state of the TPM. This option is set to No Change by default.
TPM Status Specifies the TPM status.
TPM Command Controls the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). When set to None, no command is sent to the TPM. When set to
Activate, the TPM is enabled and activated. When set to Deactivate, the TPM is disabled and deactivated.
When set to Clear, all the contents of the TPM are cleared. This option is set to None by default.
CAUTION: Clearing the TPM results in the loss of all keys in the TPM. The loss of TPM keys may
affect booting to the operating system.
This field is read-only when TPM Security is set to Off. The action requires an additional reboot before it can
take effect.
Intel(R) TXT Enables or disables the Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) option. To enable the Intel TXT option,
virtualization technology and TPM Security must be enabled with Pre-boot measurements. This option is set to
Off by default.
When TPM 2.0 is installed, TPM 2 Algorithm option is available. It enables you to select a hash algorithm from
those supported by the TPM (SHA1, SHA256). TPM 2 Algorithm option must be set to SHA256, to enable TXT.
Intel(R) SGX Enables or disables the Intel Software Guard Extension (SGX) option. This option is set to Software by default.
NOTE: The SGX menu is available, only when E-2186G/E-2176G/E-2174G/E-2288G/E-2278G/
E-2286G/E-2276G/E-2246G/E-2236/E-2226G/E-2274G/E-2244G/E-2234/E-2224 CPU is
installed
SGX Launch Allows controlling the Launch Control Policy (LCP) of Software Guard Extensions (SGX) technology. This option
Control Policy is set to Unlocked by default.
Power Button Enables or disables the power button on the front of the system. This option is set to Enabled by default.
AC Power Sets how the system behaves after AC power is restored to the system. This option is set to Last by default.
Recovery
AC Power Sets the time delay for the system to power up after AC power is restored to the system. This option is set to
Recovery Delay Immediate by default.

Option Description
User Defined Sets the User Defined Delay option when the User Defined option for AC Power Recovery Delay is selected.
Delay (60 s to 240
s)
UEFI Variable Provides varying degrees of securing UEFI variables. When set to Standard (the default), UEFI variables are
Access accessible in the operating system per the UEFI specification. When set to Controlled, selected UEFI variables
are protected in the environment and new UEFI boot entries are forced to be at the end of the current boot
order.
In-Band When set to Disabled, this setting will hide the Management Engine's (ME), HECI devices, and the system's IPMI
Manageability devices from the operating system. This prevents the operating system from changing the ME power capping
Interface settings, and blocks access to all in-band management tools. All management should be managed through out-of-
band. This option is set to Enabled by default.
NOTE: BIOS update requires HECI devices to be operational and DUP updates require IPMI
interface to be operational. This setting needs to be set to Enabled to avoid updating errors.
Secure Boot Enables Secure Boot, where the BIOS authenticates each pre-boot image by using the certificates in the Secure
Boot Policy. Secure Boot is set to Disabled by default.
Secure Boot When Secure Boot policy is set to Standard, the BIOS uses the system manufacturer’s key and certificates to
Policy authenticate pre-boot images. When Secure Boot policy is set to Custom, the BIOS uses the user-defined key
and certificates. Secure Boot policy is set to Standard by default.
Secure Boot Mode Configures how the BIOS uses the Secure Boot Policy Objects (PK, KEK, db, dbx).
If the current mode is set to Deployed Mode, the available options are User Mode and Deployed Mode. If the
current mode is set to User Mode, the available options are User Mode, Audit Mode, and Deployed Mode.
Options Description
User Mode In User Mode, PK must be installed, and BIOS performs signature verification on
programmatic attempts to update policy objects.
The BIOS allows unauthenticated programmatic transitions between modes.
Audit Mode In Audit mode, PK is not present. The BIOS does not authenticate programmatic updates
to the policy objects, and transitions between modes.
Audit Mode is useful for programmatically determining a working set of policy objects.
BIOS performs signature verification on pre-boot images and logs results in the image
Execution Information Table, but executes the images whether they pass or fail
verification.
Deployed Mode Deployed Mode is the most secure mode. In Deployed Mode, PK must be installed and
the BIOS performs signature verification on programmatic attempts to update policy
objects.
Deployed Mode restricts the programmatic mode transitions.
Secure Boot Specifies the list of certificates and hashes that secure boot uses to authenticate images.
Policy Summary
Secure Boot Configures the Secure Boot Custom Policy. To enable this option, set the Secure Boot Policy to Custom option.
Custom Policy
Settings
Creating a system and setup password

Prerequisites
Ensure that the password jumper is enabled. The password jumper enables or disables the system password and setup password features.
For more information, see the System board jumper settings section.
NOTE: If the password jumper setting is disabled, the existing system password and setup password are deleted and
you need not provide the system password to boot the system.

Steps
1. To enter System Setup, press F2 immediately after turning on or rebooting your system.
2. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS > System Security.
3. On the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is set to Unlocked.
4. In the System Password field, type your system password, and press Enter or Tab.
Use the following guidelines to assign the system password:
• A password can have up to 32 characters.
• The password can contain the numbers 0 through 9.
• Only the following special characters are allowed: space, (”), (+), (,), (-), (.), (/), (;), ([), (\), (]), (`).
A message prompts you to reenter the system password.
5. Reenter the system password, and click OK.
6. In the Setup Password field, type your setup password and press Enter or Tab.
A message prompts you to reenter the setup password.
7. Reenter the setup password, and click OK.
8. Press Esc to return to the System BIOS screen. Press Esc again.
A message prompts you to save the changes.
NOTE: Password protection does not take effect until the system reboots.
Using your system password to secure the system

About this task
If you have assigned a setup password, the system accepts your setup password as an alternate system password.
Steps
1. Power on or reboot your system.
2. Type the system password and press Enter.
Next steps
When Password Status is set to Locked, type the system password and press Enter when prompted at reboot.
NOTE: If an incorrect system password is typed, the system displays a message and prompts you to reenter your
password. You have three attempts to type the correct password. After the third unsuccessful attempt, the system
displays an error message that the system has stopped functioning and must be turned off. Even after you turn off and
restart the system, the error message is displayed until the correct password is entered.
Deleting or changing system and setup password

Prerequisites
NOTE: You cannot delete or change an existing system or setup password if the Password Status is set to Locked.
Steps
1. To enter System Setup, press F2 immediately after turning on or restarting your system.
2. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS > System Security.
3. On the System Security screen, ensure that Password Status is set to Unlocked.
4. In the System Password field, change or delete the existing system password, and then press Enter or Tab.
5. In the Setup Password field, alter or delete the existing setup password, and then press Enter or Tab.
NOTE: If you change the system password or setup password, a message prompts you to reenter the new password.
If you delete the system password or setup password, a message prompts you to confirm the deletion.
6. Press Esc to return to the System BIOS screen. Press Esc again, and a message prompts you to save the changes.
7. Select Setup Password, change, or delete the existing setup password and press Enter or Tab.

NOTE: If you change the system password or setup password, a message prompts you to reenter the new password.
If you delete the system password or setup password, a message prompts you to confirm the deletion.
Operating with setup password enabled

If Setup Password is set to Enabled, type the correct setup password before modifying the system setup options.
If you do not type the correct password in three attempts, the system displays the following message:
Invalid Password! Number of unsuccessful password attempts: <x> System Halted! Must power
down.
Password Invalid. Number of unsuccessful password attempts: <x> Maximum number of password
attempts exceeded.System halted.
Even after you turn off and restart the system, the error message is displayed until the correct password is typed. The following options
are exceptions:
• If System Password is not set to Enabled and is not locked through the Password Status option, you can assign a system
password. For more information, see the System Security Settings screen section.
• You cannot disable or change an existing system password.
NOTE: You can use the password status option with the setup password option to protect the system password from
unauthorized changes.
Redundant OS Control
In the Redundant OS Control screen you can set the redundant OS information. This enables you to set up a physical recovery disk on
the system.
Viewing Redundant OS Control

To view the Redundant OS Control screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Redundant OS Control.
Redundant OS Control screen details

The Redundant OS Control screen details are explained as follows:
About this task
Option Description
Redundant OS Enables you to select a backup disk from the following devices:
Location
• None
• IDSDM
• SATA Ports in AHCI mode
• BOSS PCIe Cards (Internal M.2 Drives)
• Internal USB

Option Description
NOTE: RAID configurations and NVMe cards not are included as BIOS does not have the ability to
distinguish between individual drives in those configurations.
Redundant OS NOTE: This option is disabled if Redundant OS Location is set to None.

State
When set to Visible, the backup disk is visible to the boot list and OS. When set to Hidden, the backup disk is
disabled and is not visible to the boot list and OS. This option is set to Visible by default.
NOTE: BIOS will disable the device in hardware, so it cannot be accessed by the OS.
Redundant OS NOTE: This option is disabled if Redundant OS Location is set to None or if Redundant OS State is
Boot set to Hidden.
When set to Enabled, BIOS boots to the device specified in Redundant OS Location. When set to Disabled,
BIOS preserves the current boot list settings. This option is set to Disabled by default.
Miscellaneous Settings
You can use the Miscellaneous Settings screen to perform specific functions such as updating the asset tag and changing the system
date and time.
Viewing Miscellaneous Settings

To view the Miscellaneous Settings screen, perform the following steps:
Steps
F2 = System Setup
4. On the System BIOS screen, click Miscellaneous Settings.
Miscellaneous Settings details

About this task
The Miscellaneous Settings screen details are explained as follows:
Option Description
System Time Enables you to set the time on the system.
System Date Enables you to set the date on the system.
Asset Tag Specifies the asset tag and enables you to modify it for security and tracking purposes.
Keyboard Enables you to set whether the system boots with the NumLock enabled or disabled. This option is set to On by
NumLock default.
NOTE: This option does not apply to 84-key keyboards.
F1/F2 Prompt on Enables or disables the F1/F2 prompt on error. This option is set to Enabled by default. The F1/F2 prompt also
Error includes keyboard errors.
Load Legacy Video Enables you to determine whether the system BIOS loads the legacy video (INT 10H) option ROM from the video
Option ROM controller. Selecting Enabled in the operating system does not support UEFI video output standards. This field is
available only for UEFI boot mode. You cannot set the option to Enabled if UEFI Secure Boot mode is enabled.
This option is set to Disabled by default.

Option Description
Dell Wyse Enables or disables the Dell Wyse P25/P45 BIOS Access. This option is set to Enabled by default.
P25/P45 BIOS
Access
Power Cycle Enables or disables the Power Cycle Request. This option is set to None by default.
Request
iDRAC Settings utility

The iDRAC settings utility is an interface to set up and configure the iDRAC parameters by using UEFI. You can enable or disable various
iDRAC parameters by using the iDRAC settings utility.
NOTE: Accessing some of the features on the iDRAC settings utility needs the iDRAC Enterprise License upgrade.
For more information about using iDRAC, see Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at www.dell.com/
poweredgemanuals.
Device Settings
Device Settings enables you to configure the below device parameters:
• Controller Configuration Utility
• Embedded NIC Port1-X Configuration
• NICs in slotX, Port1-X Configuration
• BOSS Card configuration
Dell Lifecycle Controller

Dell Lifecycle Controller (LC) provides advanced embedded systems management capabilities including system deployment, configuration,
update, maintenance, and diagnosis. LC is delivered as part of the iDRAC out-of-band solution and Dell system embedded Unified
Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) applications.
Embedded system management

The Dell Lifecycle Controller provides advanced embedded system management throughout the lifecycle of the system. The Dell Lifecycle
Controller can be started during the boot sequence and can function independently of the operating system.
NOTE: Certain platform configurations may not support the full set of features provided by the Dell Lifecycle Controller.
For more information about setting up the Dell Lifecycle Controller, configuring hardware and firmware, and deploying the operating
system, see the Dell Lifecycle Controller documentation at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
Boot Manager
The Boot Manager screen enables you to select boot options and diagnostic utilities.
Viewing Boot Manager

About this task
To enter Boot Manager:
Steps
2. Press F11 when you see the following message:
F11 = Boot Manager

If your operating system begins to load before you press F11, allow the system to complete the booting, and then restart your system
and try again.
Boot Manager main menu

Menu item Description
Continue Normal The system attempts to boot to devices starting with the first item in the boot order. If the boot attempt fails, the
Boot system continues with the next item in the boot order until the boot is successful or no more boot options are
found.
One-shot Boot Enables you to access boot menu, where you can select a one-time boot device to boot from.
Menu
Launch System Enables you to access System Setup.
Setup
Launch Lifecycle Exits the Boot Manager and invokes the Dell Lifecycle Controller program.
Controller
System Utilities Enables you to launch System Utilities menu such as System Diagnostics and UEFI shell.
One-shot UEFI boot menu

One-shot UEFI boot menu enables you to select a boot device to boot from.
System Utilities
System Utilities contains the following utilities that can be launched:
• Launch Diagnostics
• BIOS Update File Explorer
• Reboot System
PXE boot
You can use the Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) option to boot and configure the networked systems, remotely.
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.

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system components
Safety instructions
NOTE: Whenever you need to lift the system, get others to assist you. To avoid injury, do not attempt to lift the system
by yourself.
WARNING: Opening or removing the system cover while the system is powered on may expose you to a risk of electric
shock.
CAUTION: Do not operate the system without the cover for a duration exceeding five minutes. Operating the system
without the system cover can result in component damage.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. 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.
CAUTION: To ensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the system and system fans must be always populated
with a component or a blank.
NOTE: It is recommended that you always use an antistatic mat and antistatic strap while working on components inside
the system.
Before working inside your system

Prerequisites
Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
Steps
1. Power off the system and all attached peripherals.
2. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the peripherals.
3. If applicable, remove the system from the rack.
For more information, see the Rail Installation Guide at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
4. Remove the system cover.
After working inside your system

Prerequisites
Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
Steps
1. Replace the system cover.
2. If applicable, install the system into the rack.
For more information, see the Rail Installation Guide at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
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3. Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet.
4. Power on the attached peripherals and then power on the system.
Recommended tools
You need the following tools to perform the removal and installation procedures:
• Key to the bezel lock
The key is required only if your system includes a bezel.
• Phillips #1 screwdriver
• Phillips #2 screwdriver
• Torx #T15 screwdriver
• Plastic scribe
• 1/4 inch flat blade screwdriver
• 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).
Front bezel
Removing the front bezel

Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
2. Keep the bezel key handy.
Steps
1. Unlock the bezel.
2. Press the release button, and remove the left end of the bezel.
3. Unhook the right end of the bezel, and remove the bezel.
Figure 9. Removing the front bezel
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Next steps
1. Replace the bezel.
Installing the front bezel

Prerequisites
2. Locate and remove the bezel key.
NOTE: The bezel key is part of the bezel package.
Steps
1. Align and insert the tabs on the right end of the bezel into the slots on the system.
2. Fit the left end of the bezel onto the system and press the bezel until you hear the button click.
3. Lock the bezel.
Figure 10. Installing the front bezel
System cover
Removing the system cover
Prerequisites
2. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals.
NOTE: For more information, see the Rail Installation Guide at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
Steps
1. Using a 1/4 inch flat head or a Phillips #2 screwdriver, turn the lock on the release-latch counterclockwise to the unlock position.
2. Open the release-latch until the system cover slides back.
3. Lift the cover away from the system.

Figure 11. Removing the system cover
Installing the system cover

Prerequisites
2. Power off the system, including all attached peripherals.
3. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the peripherals.
NOTE: For more information, see the Rail Installation Guide at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
5. Ensure that all internal cables are routed correctly and connected, and no tools or extra parts are left inside the system.
Steps
1. Align the tabs on the system cover with the guide slots on the system.
2. Close the system cover release-latch.
3. Using a 1/4 inch flat head or Phillips #2 screwdriver, turn the lock on the release-latch clockwise to the lock position.

Figure 12. Installing the system cover
Next steps
1. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system.
Air shroud
Removing the air shroud
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Never operate your system with the air shroud removed. The system may get overheated, resulting in
shutdown of the system and loss of data.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
Steps
Holding the blue touch points, lift the air shroud out of the system.

Figure 13. Removing the air shroud
Next steps
1. Replace the air shroud.
Installing the air shroud

Prerequisites
NOTE: Route the cable properly to prevent the cable from being pinched or crimped.
Steps
1. Align the tab on the air shroud with the slot on the system.
2. Lower the air shroud into the system until it is firmly seated.
Figure 14. Installing the air shroud
Next steps

Cooling fans
Removing the cooling fan blank
Prerequisites
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system.
Steps
1. Press the release tabs and push the fan blank out to disengage it from the fan cage.
2. Lift the fan blank out of the fan cage.
Figure 15. Removing the fan blank
Next steps
1. If applicable, replace the cooling fan blank or install the cooling fan.
Installing the cooling fan blank

Prerequisites
Steps
1. Lower the fan blank into the fan cage.
2. Insert the lower tabs on the fan blank into the lower wall on the fan cage.
3. Press the fan blank until the release tabs lock into place.

Figure 16. Installing the fan blank
Next steps
Removing a cooling fan

Prerequisites
WARNING: Opening or removing the system cover when the system is on may expose you to a risk of electric shock.
Exercise utmost care while removing or installing fans.
3. Remove the air shroud.
Steps
1. Press the release tabs on the fan cable connector and disconnect it from the connector on the system board.
2. Lift the fan out of the fan cage.
Figure 17. Removing a cooling fan
Next steps
1. Replace the cooling fan blank or install the cooling fan.

Installing a cooling fan
Prerequisites
2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system..
4. If installed, remove the fan blank.
Steps
1. Lower the fan into the fan cage.
2. Press the release tabs on the fan cable connector and connect the cable connector to the connector on the system board.
NOTE: Route the cable properly when installing, to prevent the cable from being pinched or crimped.
Figure 18. Installing a fan
Next steps
Drives
Removing a drive blank
Prerequisites
2. Remove the front bezel.
CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, drive blanks must be installed in all empty drive slots.
CAUTION: Mixing drive blanks from previous generations of PowerEdge servers is not supported.
Steps
Press the release button, and slide the drive blank out of the drive slot.

Figure 19. Removing a drive blank
Next steps
1. If applicable, replace the blank or install a drive.
Installing a drive blank

Prerequisites
CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, drive blanks must be installed in all empty drive slots.
CAUTION: Mixing drive blanks from previous generations of PowerEdge servers is not supported.
Steps
Insert the drive blank into the drive slot, and push the blank until the release button clicks into place.
Figure 20. Installing a drive blank
Next steps
1. Replace the front bezel.
Removing a hot-swappable drive

Prerequisites
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 power off. When the drive indicators are off, the
drive is ready for removal. For more information, see the documentation for the storage controller.

CAUTION: Before attempting to remove or install a drive while the system is running, see the documentation for the
storage controller card to ensure that the host adapter is configured correctly to support drive removal and
insertion.
CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports drive installation. See the
documentation supplied with your operating system.
Steps
1. Press the release button to open the drive release handle.
2. Holding the handle, slide the drive out of the drive slot.
Figure 21. Removing a hot-swappable drive
Next steps
1. Replace the drive or install a drive blank.
Installing the hot-swappable drive

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.
CAUTION: Combining SAS and SATA drives in the same RAID volume is not supported.
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.
CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports hot-swap drive installation. See the
documentation supplied with your operating system.

CAUTION: When a replacement hot swappable drive is installed and the system is powered on, the drive automatically
begins to rebuild. Ensure that the replacement drive is blank or contains data that you wish to overwrite. Any data on
the replacement drive is immediately lost after the drive is installed.
NOTE: Ensure that the drive release handle of the drive carrier is in the open position before inserting the carrier into
the slot.
3. Remove the drive blank.
Steps
1. Press the release button on the front of the drive carrier to open the release handle.
2. Slide the drive into the drive slot.
3. Close the drive release handle to lock the drive in place.
Figure 22. Installing the hot-swappable drive
Next steps
1. Replace the front bezel.
Removing the drive from the drive carrier

Prerequisites
2. If installed, remove the front bezel.
3. Remove the drive.
Steps
1. Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the screws from the slide rails on the drive carrier.
2. Lift the drive out of the drive carrier.

Figure 23. Removing the drive from the drive carrier
Installing the drive into the drive carrier

Prerequisites
2. If installed, remove the front bezel.
3. Remove the drive blank.
Steps
1. Insert the drive into the drive carrier with the drive connector facing towards the rear of the carrier.
2. Align the screw holes on the drive with the screws holes on the drive carrier.
3. Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, replace the screws to secure the drive to the drive carrier.
NOTE: When installing a drive into the drive carrier, ensure that the screws are torqued to 4 inch-pounds.
NOTE: Use the screws shipped with the drive carrier to secure the drive to the drive carrier.
Figure 24. Installing a drive into the drive carrier

Next steps
1. Install the drive carrier.
2. If removed, install the front bezel.
Removing a 2.5-inch drive from a 3.5-inch drive adapter

Steps
1. Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the screws from the side of the 3.5-inch drive adapter.
2. Remove the drive from the 3.5-inch drive adapter.
Figure 25. Removing a 2.5-inch drive from a 3.5-inch drive adapter
Next steps
1. Install a 2.5-inch drive into the 3.5-inch drive adapter.
Installing a 2.5-inch drive into a 3.5-inch drive adapter

Steps
1. Align the screw holes on the 2.5-inch drive with the screw holes on the 3.5-inch drive adapter.
2. Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, install the screws to secure the drive to the 3.5-inch drive adapter.

Figure 26. Installing a 2.5-inch drive into a 3.5-inch drive adapter
Next steps
Removing a 3.5-inch drive adapter from a 3.5-inch drive

carrier
Prerequisites
2. Remove the 3.5-inch drive carrier.
Steps
1. Remove the screws from the rails on the drive carrier.
2. Lift the 3.5 inch drive adapter out of the drive carrier.

Figure 27. Removing a 3.5-inch drive adapter from a 3.5-inch drive carrier
Next steps
Replace a 3.5-inch adapter into a 3.5-inch drive carrier.
Installing a 3.5-inch adapter into a 3.5-inch drive carrier

Prerequisites
Steps
1. Insert the 3.5 inch drive adapter into the drive carrier with the connector end of the drive toward the back of the drive carrier.
2. Align the screw holes on the drive with the holes on the drive carrier.
3. Install the screws to secure the drive to the drive carrier.
Figure 28. Installing a 3.5-inch drive adapter into the 3.5-inch drive carrier

Next steps
1. Replace a 3.5-inch drive carrier.
2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
Removing a cabled drive

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Mixing drives from previous generations of PowerEdge servers is not supported.
Steps
1. Disconnect the power and data cable connector that is connected to the drive.
2. Press the release button, and slide the drive out of the drive slot.
Figure 29. Removing a cabled drive
Next steps
1. Install the drive into the drive carrier.
Installing a cabled drive

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Mixing drive carriers from other generations of PowerEdge servers is not supported.
NOTE: When installing a drive into the drive carrier, ensure that the screws are torqued to 4 inch-pounds.
Steps
1. Insert the drive into the drive slot until the release button clicks into place.
2. Connect the power and data cable connector to the drive.

Figure 30. Installing a cabled drive
Next steps
Removing the cabled drive from the drive carrier

Prerequisites
4. Remove the drive.
CAUTION: Mixing drive carriers from previous generations of PowerEdge servers is not supported.
CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty drive slots must have drive carrier blanks installed.
Steps
1. Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the screws from the slide rails on the drive carrier.
2. Lift the drive out of the drive carrier.

Figure 31. Removing the cabled drive from the drive carrier
Next steps
1. Install the drive into the drive carrier.
Installing a cabled drive into the drive carrier

Prerequisites
Steps
1. Insert the drive into the drive carrier with the connector end of the drive toward the back of the drive carrier.
2. Align the screw holes on the drive with the screw holes on the drive carrier. When aligned correctly, the back of the drive is flush with
the back of the drive carrier.
3. Install the screws to secure the drive to the drive carrier.
Figure 32. Installing a cabled drive into the drive carrier

Next steps
1. Enter System Setup and ensure that the controller of the drive is enabled.
2. Exit System Setup and reboot the system.
3. Install any software required for the drive operation as described in the documentation for the drive.
Intrusion switch
Removing the intrusion switch
Prerequisites
3. Keep the plastic scribe ready.
Steps
1. Disconnect and remove the intrusion switch cable connector from the connector on the system board.
NOTE: Observe the routing of the cable as you remove it from the system. Route the cable properly when you
replace it to prevent the cable from being pinched or crimped.
2. Using a plastic scribe, slide the intrusion switch out of the intrusion switch slot.
Figure 33. Removing the intrusion switch
Next steps
1. Replace the intrusion switch.
Installing the intrusion switch

Prerequisites
Steps
1. Align and slide the intrusion switch into the slot in the system.
2. Route the intrusion switch cable through the cable routing clips.
3. Connect the intrusion switch cable connector to the connector on the system board.

Figure 34. Installing the intrusion switch
Next steps
System memory
System memory guidelines

Your system contains 4 memory sockets organized into two channels. In each channel, the 1st socket is marked white and the 2nd socket
black.

Figure 35. Memory socket locations
Memory channels are organized as follows:
Table 5. Memory channels

Memory socket locations on the system board
Processor 1 Channel 0: Memory slots A1 and A3 Channel 1: Memory slots A2 and A4
Table 6. Memory population
DIMM Type DIMMs Populated/ Operating Frequency (in MT/s) Maximum DIMM Rank/
Voltage
Channel Channel
UDIMM 1 2666 Dual rank or Single rank
1.2 V
2
General memory module installation guidelines

To ensure optimal performance of your system, observe the following general guidelines when configuring your system memory. If your
system's memory configurations fail to observe these guidelines, your system might not boot, stop responding during memory
configuration, or operate with reduced memory.
The memory bus may operate at frequency can be 2666 MT/s, 2400 MT/s, or 2133 MT/s depending on the following factors:
• System profile selected (for example, Performance Optimized, or Custom [can be run at high speed or lower])

• Maximum supported DIMM speed of the processors.
• Maximum supported speed of the DIMMs
NOTE: MT/s indicates DIMM speed in MegaTransfers per second.
The system supports Flexible Memory Configuration, enabling the system to be configured and run in any valid chipset architectural
configuration. The following are the recommended guidelines for installing memory modules:
• All DIMMs must be DDR4.
• A maximum of two different ranked DIMMs can be populated in a channel regardless of rank count.
• If memory modules with different speeds are installed, they will operate at the speed of the slowest installed memory module(s).
• Populate memory module sockets only if a processor is installed.
• For single-processor systems, sockets A1 to A4 are available.
• In Optimizer Mode, the DRAM controllers operate independently in the 64-bit mode and provide optimized memory performance.
Table 7. Memory population rules

Processor Configuration Memory population Memory population information
Single processor Optimizer (Independent channel) 1, 2, 3, 4 Odd amount of DIMMs per
population order processor allowed.
• Populate all the sockets with white release tabs first, followed by the black release tabs.
• When mixing memory modules with different capacities, populate the sockets with memory modules with the highest capacity first.
For example, if you want to mix 8 GB and 16 GB memory modules, populate 16 GB memory modules in the sockets with white release
tabs and 8 GB memory modules in the sockets with black release tabs.
• Memory modules of different capacities can be mixed provided other memory population rules are followed.
For example, 8 GB and 16 GB memory modules can be mixed.
• Mixing of more than two memory module capacities in a system is not supported.
• Unbalanced memory configurations will result in a performance loss so always populate memory channels identically with identical
DIMMs for best performance.
• To ensure proper system cooling, memory module blanks must be installed in memory sockets that are not occupied.
Removing a memory module

Prerequisites
WARNING: Allow the memory modules to cool after you power off the system.

Steps
1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket.
CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory
module or metallic contacts.
2. Push the ejectors outward on both ends of the memory module socket to release the memory module from the socket.
3. Lift and remove the memory module from the system.
NOTE: If you are removing the memory module permanently, install a memory module blank. The procedure to install
a memory module blank is similar to that of the memory module.

Figure 36. Removing a memory module
Next steps
1. Replace the memory module.
Installing a memory module

Prerequisites
Steps
1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket. If installed, remove the memory module or memory module blank.
NOTE: The procedure to remove a memory module blank is similar to the procedure to remove a memory module.
Retain the removed memory module blank for future use.
CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the edges, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory module
or metallic contacts.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module or the memory module socket during installation, do not bend
or flex the memory module. You must insert both ends of the memory module simultaneously.
2. Open the ejectors on the memory module socket outward to enable the memory module to be inserted into the socket.
3. Align the edge connector of the memory module with the alignment key of the memory module socket, and insert the memory module
in the socket.
CAUTION: Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module; apply pressure at both ends of the memory
module evenly.
NOTE: The memory module socket has an alignment key that enables you to install the memory module in the socket
in only one orientation.
4. Press the memory module with your thumbs until the ejectors firmly click into place.

Figure 37. Installing a memory module
Next steps
1. Install the air shroud.
3. Verify if the memory module has been installed properly, by pressing F2 and navigating to System Setup Main Menu > System
BIOS > Memory Settings . In the Memory Settings screen, the System Memory Size must reflect the updated capacity of the
installed memory. If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Ensure that the memory
module is firmly seated in the memory module socket. Run the system memory test in system diagnostics.
Expansion cards and expansion card risers

NOTE: A System Event Log (SEL) event is logged 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.
Expansion card installation guidelines

To ensure proper cooling and mechanical fit, the following table provides guidelines for installing expansion cards. The expansion cards
with the highest priority must be installed first using the slot priority indicated. All the other expansion cards should be installed in the card
priority and slot priority order.
NOTE: The expansion-cards are not hot-swappable.

Figure 38. Expansion card riser
Table 8. Expansion card riser specifications

PCIe slot Riser PCIe slot height PCIe slot length Slot width
Slot 1 x8 PCIe Low-profile Half-length x8
Slot 2 x16 PCIe Low-profile/Full-height Half-length x16
Table 9. Riser configuration
Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards supported

PERC H730P+, Adapter, Plus 2 1
PERC H330+, Adapter, Plus 2 1
PWA, CTL, HBA330, PLUS, ADPT 2 1
PWA, CTL,12GB-SAS-HBA, ADPT, FH 2 1
CRD, NTWK,10G,SFP+,DP FVL, INTEL 2 1
CRD, NTWK,10G,SFP+,DP FVL, IN, LP 1 1
CRD, NTWK, 10GBT, INTEL, FH, V2 2 1
CRD, NTWK, 10GBT, INTEL, LP, V2 1 1
ASSY, CRD, CTL, BOSS2, SATA, HWR, FH 2 1
ASSY, CRD, CTL, BOSS2, SATA, HWR, LP 1 1
CRD, NTWK, PCIE, QP, 1G, BCOM, V2 2 1
CRD, NTWK, PCIE, QP, 1G, BCOM, LP, V2 1 1
CRD, NTWK, PCIE, 1GB, QP, INTEL, V3 2 1
CRD, NTWK, PCIE, 1GB, QP, INT, LP, V3 1 1
CRD, NTWK, DP, BCOM, 1G 2 1
CRD, NTWK, DP, BCOM, 1G, LP 1 1
CRD, NTWK, PCIE, 1GB, DP, INTEL, V3 2 1
CRD, NTWK, PCIE, 1GB, DP, INT, LP, V3 1 1

Removing the expansion card riser
Prerequisites
Steps
1. Open the blue expansion card riser retention-latch located on the system.
2. Holding the blue touch points, lift the expansion card riser out of the system.
Figure 39. Removing the expansion card riser

3. If you are not replacing the expansion card riser, install a expansion card riser filler bracket by performing the following steps:
a) Align the expansion card riser filler bracket with the slot on the system.
b) Push the expansion card riser filler bracket downward until firmly seated.
c) Close the blue expansion card retention latch by pushing the latch down until the latch snaps into place.
d) Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, tighten the screw to secure the expansion card riser filler to the chassis.
Figure 40. Installing the expansion card riser filler

Next steps
1. If applicable, replace the expansion card riser.
Installing the expansion card riser

Prerequisites
4. Install the expansion card in the expansion card riser.
Steps
1. If applicable, remove the expansion card riser filler bracket by performing the following steps:
a) Open the blue expansion card retention latch lock.
b) Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the screw securing the expansion card riser filler to the system board.
c) Slide the expansion card riser filler bracket up and out of the system.
Figure 41. Removing the expansion card riser filler

2. Holding the blue touch points on the expansion card riser, align the expansion card with the connector on the system board.
3. Lower the expansion card riser into place until the expansion card riser is fully seated with the connector on the system board.
4. Close the blue expansion card retention latch.

Figure 42. Installing the expansion card riser
Next steps
Removing expansion card from the expansion card riser

Prerequisites
4. If installed, remove the expansion card riser.
5. If applicable, disconnect the cables from the expansion card.
Steps
1. Turn-over the the expansion card riser, and holding the expansion card by its edges, remove the card from the riser.
Figure 43. Removing expansion card from the expansion card riser
2. Install a expansion card filler bracket if you are not going to replace the expansion card.

NOTE: You must install a filler bracket over an empty expansion card slot to maintain Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the system and aid in
proper cooling and airflow inside the system.
Figure 44. Installing the expansion card filler
Next steps
1. Install the expansion card into the expansion card riser.
Installing expansion card into the expansion card riser

Prerequisites
3. If installing a new expansion card, unpack it and prepare the card for installation.
NOTE: For instructions, see the documentation accompanying the card.
5. Remove the expansion card riser.
Steps
1. Remove the filler bracket.
NOTE: Store the filler bracket for future use. Filler brackets must be installed in empty expansion card slots to
maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also keep dust and
dirt out of the system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system.

Figure 45. Removing expansion card filler
2. Holding the card by its edges, insert the expansion card to connect it to the connector on the riser.
Figure 46. Installing expansion card into the expansion card riser
Next steps
1. Replace the expansion card riser.
M.2 SSD module

Removing the M.2 SSD module
Prerequisites
4. Remove the BOSS card.
NOTE: The procedure to remove the BOSS card is similar to removing an expansion card.

Steps
1. Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the screws securing the M.2 SSD module to the BOSS card.
2. Pull the M.2 SSD module to disconnect from the BOSS card connector.
Figure 47. Removing the M.2 SSD module
Next steps
Replace the M.2 SSD module.
Installing the M.2 SSD module

Prerequisites
4. Remove the BOSS card.
NOTE: The procedure to remove the BOSS card is similar to the removing an expansion card.
Steps
1. Align the M.2 SSD module at an angle with the BOSS card connector.
2. Insert the M.2 SSD module until it is firmly seated in the BOSS card connector.
3. Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, secure the M.2 SSD module on the BOSS card with the screw.

Figure 48. Installing the M.2 SSD module
Next steps
1. Install the BOSS card.
NOTE: The procedure to install the BOSS card is similar to removing an expansion card.
System battery
Replacing the system battery
Prerequisites
NOTE: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same
or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions. See the safety instructions that came with your system for more information.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions..
Steps
1. To remove the battery:
a) Push the battery holder clip.
NOTE: Ensure that you do not push the battery holder clip more than 3.2 millimeters, It may damage the battery
holder.
b) Push the battery toward the positive side of the battery until the battery disengages from the connector.
c) Lift the battery away from the system.

Figure 49. Removing system battery
2. To install a new system battery:
a) Push the battery lock slightly away.
NOTE: Ensure that you do not push the battery clip more than 3.2 millimeters or you might risk damaging the
part.
b) Hold the battery with the + sign facing the positive side of the battery connector.
c) Insert the battery down into the connector until the battery snaps into place.
Figure 50. Installing system battery
Next steps
1. Install the expansion card riser.

4. Confirm that the battery is operating properly, by performing the following steps:
a. Enter the System Setup, while booting, by pressing F2.
b. Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup Time and Date fields.
c. Exit the System Setup.
d. To test the newly installed battery, remove the system from the enclosure for at least an hour.
e. Reinstall the system into the enclosure after an hour.
f. Enter the System Setup and if the time and date are still incorrect, see Getting help section.
Optional internal USB memory key

NOTE: To locate the internal USB port on the system board, see the System board jumpers and connectors section.
Replacing the optional internal USB memory key

Prerequisites
CAUTION: To avoid interference with other components in the server, the maximum permissible dimensions of the USB
memory key: 15.9 mm width x 57.15 mm length x 7.9 mm height.
Steps
1. Locate the USB port or USB memory key on the system board.
To locate the USB port, see the System board jumpers and connectors section.
2. If installed, remove the USB memory key from the USB port.
3. Insert the replacement USB memory key into the USB port.
Next steps
1. Replace the expansion card riser.
2. Follow the procedure that is 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.
Optional optical drive

Removing the optional optical drive
Prerequisites
5. Disconnect the cables from the connectors on the optical drive.
NOTE: Ensure that you note the routing of the power and data cable on the side of the system as you remove them
from the system board and drive.
Steps
1. Press the release tab to release the optical drive from the system.

2. Slide the optical drive out of the system until it is free of the optical drive slot.
3. If you are not installing a new optical drive, install the optical drive blank.
NOTE: The procedure to install an optical blank is similar to the optical drive.
Figure 51. Removing the optional optical drive
Next steps
1. If applicable, replace the optical drive.
Installing the optional optical drive

Prerequisites
The procedure for installing an optical drive and optical drive blank.
5. If installed, remove the optical drive blank.
NOTE: The procedure to remove the optical drive blank and the optical drive is similar.
Steps
1. Align and slide the optical drive into the slot until the release tab snaps into place.
2. Connect the power and data cables to the connectors on the optical drive.
NOTE: Route the cables properly to prevent them from being pinched or crimped.
Figure 52. Installing the optional optical drive

Next steps
1. Install the front bezel.
Processor and heat sink

Removing the heat sink
Prerequisites
WARNING: The heat sink may be hot to touch for some time after the system is powered down. Allow the heat sink to
cool before removing it.
Steps
1. Using a Philips #2 screwdriver, loosen the screws on the heat sink in the order mentioned below:
a) Loosen the first screw three turns.
b) Loosen the screw diagonally opposite to the screw you loosened first.
c) Return to the first screw and loosen it completely.
d) Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.
2. Lift the heat sink away from the system.
Figure 53. Removing the heat sink
Next steps
1. If you are removing a faulty heat sink, replace the heat sink, if not, remove the processor.
Removing the processor

Prerequisites

4. Remove the heat sink module.
Steps
1. Release the socket lever by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab on the processor shield.
2. Lift the lever until the processor shield is fully open.
CAUTION: Do not touch the processor socket pins, they are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not
to bend the pins in the processor socket when removing the processor out of the socket.
3. Lift the processor out of the socket.
Figure 54. Removing the processor
Next steps
1. Install the processor.
2. Install the heat sink.
Installing the processor

Prerequisites
4. Remove the heat sink.
Steps
1. Align the pin-1 indicator of the processor with the triangle on the system board and place the processor on the socket.
CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it engages into the
socket.
2. Close the processor shield by sliding it under the retention screw on the system board.
3. Lower the lever and push it under the tab to lock it.
Figure 55. Installing the processor

Next steps
1. Install the heat sink.
NOTE: Ensure that you install the heat sink after you install the processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain
proper thermal conditions.
Installing the heat sink

Prerequisites
4. Install the processor.
Steps
1. If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink using a clean lint free cloth.
2. Using the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit apply the grease in a thin spiral on the top of the processor.
NOTE: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and contaminating the
processor socket.
NOTE: The thermal grease syringe is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringe after you use it.
3. Align the screws on the heat sink with the standoffs on the system board.
4. Using a Philips #2 screwdriver tighten the screws in the following order to secure the heat sink to the system board.
a) Partially tighten the first screw (approximately 3 turns).
b) Tighten the screw that is diagonally opposite to it.
c) Return to the first screw and tighten it completely.
5. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.
Figure 56. Installing the heat sink
Next steps
Optional IDSDM or vFlash module

The IDSDM or vFlash module combines the IDSDM and/or vFlash features into a single module.

NOTE: The write-protect switch is on the IDSDM or vFlash module.
Removing the optional IDSDM or vFlash card

Prerequisites
4. If you are replacing the IDSDM/vFlash card, remove the MicroSD cards.
NOTE: Temporarily label each SD card with its corresponding slot number before removal. Reinstall the SD cards
into the corresponding slots.
Steps
Holding the pull tab, lift the IDSDM/vFlash card out of the system.
Next steps
NOTE: If you are replacing the IDSDM or vFlash module, remove the MicroSD cards.
1. Replace the IDSDM/vFlash module.
Installing optional IDSDM or vFlash card

Prerequisites
Steps
1. Locate the IDSDM/vFlash connector on the system board. To locate IDSDM/vFlash connector, see System board jumpers and
connectors section.
2. Align the IDSDM/vFlash card with the connector on the system board.
3. Push the IDSDM/vFlash card until it is firmly seated on the system board.

Figure 57. Installing the optional IDSDM or vFlash card
Next steps
1. Install the MicroSD cards.
NOTE: Reinstall the MicroSD cards into the same slots that are based on the labels you had marked on the cards
during removal.
3. Follow the procedure that is listed in After working inside your system.
Removing the MicroSD card

Prerequisites
4. Remove the IDSDM or vFlash module.
Steps
1. Locate the MicroSD card slot on the vFlash/IDSDM module, and press the card to partially release it from the slot. To locate IDSDM/
vFlash module, see the System board jumpers and connectors section.
2. Hold the MicroSD card and remove it from the slot.
NOTE: Temporarily label each MicroSD card with its corresponding slot number after removal.

Figure 58. Removing the MicroSD card
Next steps
1. Replace the MicroSD cards.
Installing the MicroSD card

Prerequisites
4. Remove the IDSDM or vFlash module.
NOTE: To use a MicroSD card with your system, ensure that the Internal SD Card Port is enabled in System Setup.
NOTE: If reinstalling, ensure that you install the MicroSD cards into the same slots based on the labels you had marked
on the cards during removal.
Steps
1. Locate the MicroSD card connector on the IDSDM/vFlash module. Orient the MicroSD card appropriately and insert the contact-pin
end of the card into the slot. To locate IDSDM/vFlash, see the System board jumpers and connectors section.
NOTE: The slot is keyed to ensure correct insertion of the card.
2. Press the card into the card slot to lock it into place.

Figure 59. Installing the MicroSD card
Next steps
1. Install the IDSDM or vFlash module.
Drive backplane
Drive backplane
The PowerEdge R240 system supports 3.5-inch (x4) SAS/SATA backplane.
Figure 60. 3.5-inch (x4) SAS/SATA backplane

1. Release tab (2) 2. Backplane SAS A0 connector (BP_SAS_A)
3. Backplane Power A connector (BP_PWR_A) 4. Backplane signal connector (BP_SIG)
Removing the drive backplane

Prerequisites
CAUTION: You must note the number of each drive and temporarily label them before removal so that you can replace
them in the same drive slots.
3. Remove the drives.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the drives and backplane, you must remove the drives from the system before
removing the backplane.
4. Disconnect the following cables from the backplane:
a. Backplane signal cable
b. Backplane power cable
c. PERC cable
Steps
1. Press the blue release tabs to disengage the backplane from the hooks on the system.
2. Lift the backplane out of the system.
NOTE: To avoid damaging the backplane, ensure that you move the control panel cables from the cable routing clips
before removing the backplane.
Figure 61. Removing the drive backplane
Next steps
1. Replace the backplane.
Installing the drive backplane

Prerequisites
3. Remove the drives.
NOTE: To avoid damaging the backplane, ensure to move the control panel cables from the cable routing clips before
removing the backplane.
NOTE: Route the cable properly when you replace it to prevent the cable from being pinched or crimped.
Steps
1. Align the slots on the backplane with the hooks on the system.
2. Lower the backplane until the blue release tabs click into place.

Figure 62. Installing the backplane
Next steps
1. Connect the following cables to the backplane:
a. Backplane signal cable
b. Backplane power cable
c. PERC cable
2. Replace the drives.
Cable routing
Figure 63. Cable routing - 4 x 3.5-inch drive backplane with PERC

Figure 64. Cable routing - 4 x 3.5-inch drive backplane with SATA
Figure 65. Cable routing - 4 x 3.5-inch cabled drive with PERC

Figure 66. Cable routing - 4 x 3.5-inch cabled drive with SATA
Figure 67. Cable routing - 2 x 3.5-inch cabled drive with PERC

Figure 68. Cable routing - 2 x 3.5-inch cabled drive with SATA
Power supply unit

NOTE: For more information, see the Technical specifications section.
Removing a cabled power supply unit

Prerequisites
4. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
5. Disconnect all the cables connected from the PSU to the system board and the backplane.
6. If applicable, remove the expansion card riser.
Steps
1. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the screw securing the PSU to the system.
2. Slide the PSU out of the PSU bay in the chassis.

Figure 69. Removing a cabled power supply unit
Next steps
1. Replace cabled AC power supply.
Installing a cabled power supply unit

Prerequisites
Steps
1. Slide the new PSU into the PSU bay in the chassis until the PSU is fully seated.
2. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, replace the screw to secure the PSU to the system.
Figure 70. Installing a cabled power supply unit

Next steps
1. Connect the PSU cables to the connectors on the system board and the backplane.
2. If applicable, install the expansion card riser.
System board
Removing the system board
Prerequisites
CAUTION: If you are using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) with an encryption key, you may be prompted to create
a recovery key during program or system setup. 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.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the TPM plug-in module from the system board. After the TPM plug-in module is
installed, it is cryptographically bound to that specific system board. Any attempt to remove an installed TPM plug-in
module breaks the cryptographic binding, and it cannot be reinstalled or installed on another system board.
3. Remove the following:
a.Air shroud
b.Memory modules
c.Expansion card riser
d.Processor and heat sink
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the processor socket when replacing a faulty system board, ensure that you
cover the processor socket with the processor dust cover.
e. Internal USB key, if installed
f. Internal Dual SD module, if installed
4. Disconnect all the cables that are connected to the system board.
CAUTION: Take care not to damage the system identification button while removing the system board from the
system.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module, processor, or other components.
Steps
1. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the screws securing the system board to the chassis.

Figure 71. Screws securing the system board
2. Holding the system board holder, slightly lift the system board, and slide the system board to the front of the system.
3. Using the system board holder, lift the system board out of the system.
Figure 72. Removing the system board
Next steps
1. Install the system board.

Installing the system board
Prerequisites
3. If you are replacing the system board, remove all the components listed in the Removing the system board section.
Steps
1. Holding the system board holder, lower the system board into the system.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module, processor, or other components.
CAUTION: Take care not to damage the system identification button while placing the system board into the system.
2. Incline the system board at an angle and align the connectors on the system board with the slots on the rear of the chassis.
3. Slide the system board toward the rear of the chassis until the connectors are firmly seated in the slots.
Figure 73. Installing the system board

4. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, tighten the screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
Next steps
1. Replace the following:
a. Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
NOTE: The TPM must be replaced only while installing a new system board.
NOTE: The TPM plug-in module is attached to the system board and cannot be removed. A replacement TPM
plug-in module is provided for all system board replacements, where a TPM plug-in module was installed.
b. Internal Dual SD module
c. Processor and heat sink
d. Internal USB key, if installed.
e. Expansion card riser
f. Memory module
g. Air shroud
2. Replace the iDRAC MAC address label on the Information tag located on the front of the system with the new iDRAC MAC address
label that is supplied with the replacement system board.
3. Reconnect all the cables to the system board.
NOTE: Ensure that the cables inside the system are routed along the chassis wall and secured using the cable
securing bracket.
4. Power on the system.

5. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system..
6. Ensure that you:
a. Use the Easy Restore feature to restore the service tag. For more information, see the Restoring the system using easy restore
section.
b. If the Service Tag is not backed up in the backup flash device, enter the service tag manually. For more information, see the
Manually update the Service Tag section.
c. Update the BIOS and iDRAC versions.
d. Re-enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). For more information, see the Re-enabling the TPM for BitLocker users section.
7. Import the new or existing iDRAC Enterprise license. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s
Guide, at www.dell.com/idracmanuals.
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.
About this task

Below is a list of options available:
• Restore the service tag, license, and diagnostics information, press Y
• Navigate to the Lifecycle Controller based restore options, press N.
• Restore data from a previously created Hardware Server Profile, press F10
NOTE: When the restore process is complete, BIOS prompts to restore the system configuration data.
• To restore the system configuration data, press Y
• To use the default configuration settings, press N
NOTE: After the restore process is complete, system reboots.
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.
About this task

If you know the system service tag, use the System Setup menu to enter the service tag.
Steps
1. Power on the system.
2. To enter the System Setup, press F2.
3. Click Service Tag Settings.
4. Enter the service tag.
NOTE: You can enter the service tag only when the Service Tag field is empty. Ensure that you enter the correct
service tag. Once the service tag is entered, it cannot be updated or changed.
5. Click OK.
Trusted Platform Module

Upgrading the Trusted Platform Module
Prerequisites
NOTE:
• Ensure that your operating system supports the version of the TPM module being installed.

• Ensure that you download and install the latest BIOS firmware on your system.
• Ensure that the BIOS is configured to enable UEFI boot mode.
About this task

CAUTION: Once the TPM plug-in module is installed, it is cryptographically bound to that specific system board. Any
attempt to remove an installed TPM plug-in module breaks the cryptographic binding, the removed TPM cannot be
reinstalled or installed on another system board.
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. Push the plastic rivet away from the TPM connector and rotate it 90° counterclockwise to release it from the system board.
5. Pull the plastic rivet out of its slot on the system board.
Installing the TPM

Steps
1. To install the TPM, align the edge connectors on the TPM with the slot on the TPM connector.
2. Insert the TPM into the TPM connector such that the plastic rivet aligns with the slot on the system board.
3. Press the plastic rivet until the rivet snaps into place.
4. Replace the screw that secures the TPM to the system board.
Figure 74. Installing the TPM
Next steps
1. Replace the system board.
2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
3. To verify if the memory module has been installed properly, press F2 and navigate to System Setup Main Menu > System BIOS >
Memory Settings. In the Memory Settings screen, the System Memory Size must reflect the updated capacity of the installed
memory.
4. If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Ensure that the memory module is firmly
seated in the memory module socket.
5. Run the system memory test in system diagnostics.

Initializing TPM for BitLocker users
Steps
1. Initialize the TPM.
For more information, see initializing the TPM for Intel TXT users.
2. The TPM Status changes to Enabled, Activated.
Initializing the TPM 1.2 for TXT 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 with Preboot Measurements.
4. From the TPM Command option, select Activate.
5. Save the settings.
6. Restart your system.
7. Enter System Setup again.
9. From the Intel TXT option, select On.
Initializing the TPM 2.0 for TXT users

Steps
1. While booting your system, press F2 to enter System Setup.
3. From the TPM Security option, select On.
6. Enter System Setup again.
8. Select the TPM Advanced Settings option.
9. From the TPM2 Algorithm Selection option, select SHA256, then go back to System Security Settings screen.
10. On the System Security Settings screen, from the Intel TXT option, select On.
Control panel
Removing the left control panel
Prerequisites

Steps
1. Disconnect the control panel cable from the system board connector.
NOTE: Ensure that you note the routing of the cable as you remove it from the system board.
2. Using the appropriate screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the left control panel assembly to the system.
3. Disengage the left control panel housing clip that is located at the bottom of the control panel assembly.
4. Holding the control panel assembly, remove the control panel along with the cable away from the system.
Figure 75. Removing the left control panel
Next steps
1. Install the left control panel.
Installing the left control panel

Prerequisites
Steps
1. Route the control panel cable through the side and the guide slots in the system.
2. Align and insert the left control panel assembly in the slot on the system.
3. Connect the control panel cable to the system board connector.
4. Using the appropriate screwdriver, replace the screws that secure the left control panel assembly to the system.

Figure 76. Installing the left control panel
Next steps
Removing the right control panel

Prerequisites
3. If applicable, remove the front bezel.
Steps
1. Disconnect the control panel cable from the system board connector.
NOTE: Ensure that you note the routing of the cables as you remove them from the system board.
2. Using the appropriate screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the right control panel assembly to the system.
3. Holding the control panel assembly, remove the control panel from the system.

Figure 77. Removing the right control panel
Next steps
1. Install the right control panel.
Installing the right control panel

Prerequisites
Steps
1. Route the control panel cable through the side and the guide slots in the system.
2. Align and insert the right control panel assembly in the slot on the system.
3. Connect the control panel cable to the system board connector.
4. Using the appropriate screwdriver, replace the screws that secure the right control panel to the system.

Figure 78. Installing the right control panel
Next steps

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PowerEdge R240 jumpers and connectors
This topic provides specific information about the jumpers. It also provides some basic information about jumpers and switches and
describes the connectors on the various boards in the system. Jumpers on the system board help to disable the system and setup
passwords. You must know the connectors on the system board to install components and cables correctly.
Topics:
• System board connectors
• System board jumper settings
• Disabling forgotten password
System board connectors
Figure 79. System board connectors
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Table 10. System board connectors and descriptions
Item Connector Description
1 FAN 1 Fan 1 cable connector
2 BP_SIG Backplane signal cable connector
3 NVRAM_CLR Clear NVRAM
4 PWRD_EN Reset BIOS password jumper
5 RISER_PCIE PERC PCIe x8 socket
6 INT_USB_3.0 Internal USB 3.0 connector
7 OMNIVU_LED1 System board LED indicators (7)
8 CPU Processor socket
9 P2 Power cable connector 2
10 A1, A2, A3, A4 Memory module sockets
11 SATA0-3 SATA signal cable connector
12 SATA_ODD-HDD4 SATA connector—Optical drive SATA connector
13 P1 Power cable connector 1
14 FAN4 Fan 4 cable connector
17 TPM TPM connector
18 LEFT_LED Left control panel cable connector
19 R_INTRUSION Intrusion switch cable connector
20 IDSDM/vFlash IDSDM/vFlash connector
21 CMOS Battery CMOS battery connector
22 HDD/ODD_PWR Optical drive power cable connector
23 CTRL_PNL Right control panel cable connector
System board jumper settings

For information on resetting the password jumper to disable a password, see the Disabling a forgotten password section.
Disabling forgotten password

The software security features of the system include a system password and a setup password. The password jumper enables or disables
password features and clears any password(s) currently in use.
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. 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.
Steps
1. Power off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
3. Move the jumper on the system board jumper from pins 2 and 4 to pins 4 and 6.
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4. Install the system cover.
The existing passwords are not disabled (erased) until the system boots with the jumper on pins 4 and 6. However, before you assign
a new system and/or setup password, you must move the jumper back to pins 2 and 4.
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 to its electrical outlet and power on the system, including any attached peripherals.
6. Power off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
8. Move the jumper on the system board jumper from pins 4 and 6 to pins 2 and 4.
9. Install the system cover.
10. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and power on the system, including any attached peripherals.
11. Assign a new system and/or setup password.
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Technical specifications
The technical and environmental specifications of your system are outlined in this section.
Topics:
• Chassis dimensions
• System weight
• Processor specifications
• PSU specifications
• Cooling fans specifications
• System battery specifications
• Expansion card riser specifications
• Memory specifications
• Storage controller specifications
• Drive specifications
• Ports and connectors specifications
• Video specifications
• Environmental specifications
Chassis dimensions
Figure 80. Chassis dimensions
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Table 11. Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 chassis dimensions
Xa Xb Y Za Zb Zc
482.0 mm 434.0 mm 42.8 mm With bezel: 35.64 534.496 mm 573.596 mm
(18.97 inches) (17.08 inches) (1.68 inches) mm (1.4 inches) (21.04 inches) (22.58 inches)
Without bezel: 22.0
mm (0.87 inches)
System weight
Table 12. Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system weight
System configuration Maximum weight (with all drives/SSDs)

4 x 3.5-inch drives 12.2 kg (26.89 lb)
Processor specifications
Table 13. Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 processor specifications
Supported processor Number of processors supported
Intel Xeon processor E-2200 product family One
Intel Core i3 9100 processor

Intel Pentium G5420 processor
Intel Celeron G4930 processor
Intel Xeon processor E-2100 product family
Intel Core i3 8100 processor
Intel Pentium G5500 processor
Intel Celeron G4900 processor
PSU specifications
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports a cabled AC power supply unit (PSU).
Table 14. Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 PSU specifications
AC
Heat
dissipation High line Low line 100–
PSU Class (maximum) Frequency Voltage 100–240 V 120 V Current
450 W AC Platinum 1725 BTU/hr 100-240 V AC, 450 W NA 6.5A-3.5A
50/60 Hz
autoranging
250 W AC Bronze 1039 BTU/hr 100-240 V AC, 250 W N/A 4.0A-2.0 A
50/60 Hz
autoranging
NOTE: This system is also designed to connect to the IT power systems with a phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding
230 V.
Cooling fans specifications

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports the following cooling fans.
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NOTE: When selecting or upgrading the system configuration, to ensure optimum power utilization, verify the system
power consumption with the Dell Energy Smart Solution Advisor available at Dell.com/ESSA.
Table 15. Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 fan support matrix
Front storage Fan 1 Fan 2 Fan 3 Fan 4

Max allowable 3.5-inch Required when PCIe is Required Required N/A
drive counts = 2 installed
Max allowable 3.5-inch Required when PCIe is Required Required Required
drive counts = 4 installed
System battery specifications

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports CR 2032 3.0-V lithium coin cell system battery.
Expansion card riser specifications

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports up to two PCI express (PCIe) generation 3.
Table 16. Expansion card slots supported on the system board
PCIe slot Riser PCIe slot height PCIe slot length Slot width
Slot 1 x8 PCIe Low-profile Half-length x8
Slot 2 x16 PCIe Low-profile/Full-height Half-length x16
Memory specifications
The PowerEdge R240 system supports the following memory specifications for optimized operation.
Table 17. Memory specifications
DIMM type DIMM rank DIMM capacity Minimum RAM Maximum RAM
8 GB 8 GB 32 GB
Single rank
16 GB 16 GB 64 GB
UDIMM
8 GB 8 GB 32 GB
Dual rank
16 GB 16 GB 64 GB
Table 18. Memory module sockets
Memory module sockets Speed

Four 288-pin 2666 MT/s
Storage controller specifications

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports the following controller cards:
Table 19. Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system controller cards
Internal controllers External controllers
• PERC H730P • 12Gbps SAS Ext. HBA

• PERC H330
• S140
• HBA330
Drive specifications
Drives
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports:
• 4 x 3.5-inch hot-swappable SAS, SATA, or SSD
• 4 x 3.5-inch cabled drives
• 2 x 3.5-inch cabled drives
NOTE: LED functionality is not supported on cabled hard disk drive configuration.
Backplane:
• Up to 4 x 3.5-inch SAS, SATA drives, or SSD drives
• Up to 4 x 2.5-inch SAS, SATA drives, or SSD drives
Optical drives
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports the following optical drives.
Table 20. Supported optical drive type
Supported drive type Supported number of drives

Dedicated SATA DVD-ROM drive or DVD +/-RW drive One
Ports and connectors specifications

USB ports specifications
Table 21. Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system USB specifications
Front Rear Internal

USB port type No. of ports USB port type No. of ports USB port type No. of ports
USB 2.0-compliant One USB 3.0-compliant Two Internal USB 3.0- One
port ports compliant port
Micro USB 2.0- One
compliant port for
iDRAC Direct
NOTE: The micro USB 2.0 compliant port can only be used as an iDRAC Direct or a management port.
NIC ports specifications

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports up to two 10/100/1000 Mbps Network Interface Controller (NIC) ports that are located
on the back panel.
Serial connector specifications

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports one serial connector on the back panel, which is a 9-pin connector, Data Terminal
Equipment (DTE), 16550-compliant.

VGA ports specifications
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports DB-15 VGA connector.
IDSDM module
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports optional Internal Dual SD module (IDSDM) module.
The module supports three microSD cards; two cards for IDSDM and one card for vFlash. In 14th generation of PowerEdge servers, the
IDSDM or vFlash module is combined into a single card module, and is available in the following configurations:
• vFlash or
• vFlash and IDSDM
Table 22. Supported microSD card storage capacity
IDSDM card vFlash card
• 16 GB • 16 GB
• 32 GB
• 64 GB
NOTE: There are two dip switches on the IDSDM or vFlash module for write-protection.
NOTE: One IDSDM card slot is dedicated for redundancy.
NOTE: Use Dell EMC branded microSD cards that are associated with the IDSDM or vFlash configured systems.
Video specifications
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system supports integrated Matrox G200 graphics controller with 16 MB of video frame buffer.
Table 23. Supported video resolution options
Resolution Refresh rate (Hz) Color depth (bits)

640 x 480 60, 72 8, 16, 24
800 x 600 60, 75, 85 8, 16, 24
1024 x 768 60, 75, 85 8, 16, 24
1152 x 864 60, 75, 85 8, 16, 24
1280 x 1024 60, 75 8, 16, 24
Environmental specifications
NOTE: For additional information about environmental certifications, refer to the Product Environmental Datasheet
located with the Manuals & Documents on www.dell.com/support/home.
Table 24. Temperature specifications
Temperature Specifications
Storage -40–65°C (-40–149°F)
Continuous operation (for altitude less than 950 m 10–35°C (50–95°F) with no direct sunlight on the equipment
or 3117 ft)
Fresh air For information about fresh air, see the Expanded operating temperature section.
Maximum temperature gradient (operating and 20°C/h (68°F/h)
storage)

Table 25. Relative humidity specifications
Relative humidity Specifications

Storage 5% to 95% RH with 33°C (91°F) maximum dew point.
Atmosphere must be noncondensing at all times.
Operating 10% to 80% RH with 29°C (84.2°F) maximum dew point.
Table 26. Maximum vibration specifications
Maximum vibration Specifications

Operating 0.26 Grms at 5 Hz to 350 Hz (all operation orientations)
Storage 1.88 Grms at 10 Hz to 500 Hz for 15 minutes (all six sides tested)
Table 27. Maximum shock pulse specifications
Maximum shock pulse Specifications

Operating Six consecutively executed shock pulses in the positive and negative x, y, and z
axis of 6 G for up to 11 ms.
Storage Six consecutively executed shock pulses in the positive and negative x, y, and z
axis (one pulse on each side of the system) of 71 G for up to 2 ms.
Table 28. Maximum altitude specifications
Maximum altitude Specifications

Operating 3048 m (10,000 ft)
Storage 12,000 m (39,370 ft)
Table 29. Operating temperature derating specifications
Operating temperature derating Specifications

Up to 35°C (95°F) Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/300 m (1°F/547 ft), above 950 m
(3,117 ft).
35–40°C (95–104°F) Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/175 m (1°F/319 ft), above 950 m (3,117
ft).
40–45°C (104–113°F) Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/125 m (1°F/228 ft), above 950 m
(3,117 ft).
Standard operating temperature

Table 30. Standard operating temperature specifications
Standard operating temperature Specifications

Continuous operation (for altitude less than 950 m or 3117 10–35°C (50–95°F) with no direct sunlight on the equipment.
ft)
Expanded operating temperature

Table 31. Expanded operating temperature specifications
Expanded operating temperature Specifications

Continuous operation 5°C–40°C at 5% to 85% RH with 29°C dew point.

Expanded operating temperature Specifications
NOTE: Outside the standard operating temperature
(10°C–35°C), the system can operate continuously in
temperatures as low as 5°C and as high as 40°C.
For temperatures 35°C– 40°C, derate maximum allowable
temperature by 1°C per 175 m (1°F per 319 ft) above 950 m
(3,1171 ft).
≤ 1% of annual operating hours -5°C–45°C at 5% to 90% RH with 29°C dew point.

NOTE: Outside the standard operating temperature
(10°C–35°C), the system can operate down to -5°C or
up to 45°C for a maximum of 1% of its annual operating
hours.
For temperatures 40°C– 45°C, derate maximum allowable
temperature by 1°C per 125 m (1°F per 228 ft) above 950 m (3.117
ft).
NOTE: When operating in the expanded temperature range, the performance of the system may be impacted.
NOTE: When operating in the expanded temperature range, ambient temperature warnings may be reported on the
System Event Log.
Expanded operating temperature restrictions

• Do not perform a cold startup of the system below 5°C.
• The operating temperature specified is for a maximum altitude of 950m for fresh air cooling.
• Four system fans are required.
• Support for up to 71W processor.
• GPU is not supported.
• Non-Dell qualified peripheral cards and/or peripheral cards greater than 25 W are not supported.
Particulate and gaseous contamination specifications

The following table defines the limitations that help avoid any damages to the IT equipment and/or, or both failure from particulate and
gaseous contamination. If the levels of particulate or gaseous pollution exceed the specified limitations and results in equipment damage or
failure, you must rectify the environmental conditions. Remediation of environmental conditions is the responsibility of the customer.
Table 32. Particulate contamination specifications
Particulate contamination Specifications

Air filtration Data center air filtration as defined by ISO Class 8 per ISO 14644-1
with a 95% upper confidence limit.
NOTE: This condition applies to data center
environments only. Air filtration requirements do not
apply to IT equipment designed to be used outside a data
center, in environments such as an office or factory
floor.
NOTE: Air entering the data center must have MERV11

or MERV13 filtration.
Conductive dust Air must be free of conductive dust, zinc whiskers, or other
conductive particles.
NOTE: This condition applies to data center and non-
data center environments.

Particulate contamination Specifications
Corrosive dust • Air must be free of corrosive dust.

• Residual dust present in the air must have a deliquescent point
less than 60% relative humidity.
NOTE: This condition applies to data center and non-
data center environments.
Table 33. Gaseous contamination specifications
Gaseous contamination Specifications

Copper Coupon Corrosion <300 Å/month per Class G1 as defined by ANSI/ISA71.04-1985.
Silver Coupon Corrosion <200 Å/month as defined by AHSRAE TC9.9.
NOTE: Maximum corrosive contaminant levels measured at ≤50% relative humidity.

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System diagnostics and indicator codes
The diagnostic indicators on the system front panel display system status during system startup.
Topics:
• System health and system ID indicator codes
• iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes
• NIC indicator codes
• Non-redundant cabled power supply unit indicator codes
• Drive indicator codes
• PowerEdge R240 system diagnostics
System health and system ID indicator codes

The system health and system ID indicator is located on the left control panel of your system.
Figure 81. System health and system ID indicator
Table 34. System health and system ID indicator codes

System health and system ID Condition
indicator code
Solid blue Indicates that the system is turned on, system is healthy, and system ID mode is not active.
Press the system health and system ID button to switch to system ID mode.
Blinking blue Indicates that the system ID mode is active. Press the system health and system ID button to
switch to system health mode.
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System health and system ID Condition
indicator code
Solid amber Indicates that the system is in fail-safe mode. If the problem persists, see the Getting help
section.
Blinking amber Indicates that the system is experiencing a fault. Check the System Event Log for specific
error messages. For information about the event and error messages generated by the
system firmware and agents that monitor system components, see the Error Code Lookup
page at qrl.dell.com
iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes

The iDRAC Direct LED indicator lights up to indicate that the port is connected and is being used as a part of the iDRAC subsystem.
You can configure iDRAC Direct by using a USB to micro USB (type AB) cable, which you can connect to your laptop or tablet. The
following table describes iDRAC Direct activity when the iDRAC Direct port is active:
Table 35. iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes

iDRAC Direct LED Condition
indicator code
Solid green for two seconds Indicates that the laptop or tablet is connected.
Flashing green (on for two Indicates that the laptop or tablet connected is recognized.
seconds and off for two
seconds)
Powers off Indicates that the laptop or tablet is unplugged.
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 82. NIC indicator codes

1. Link LED indicator
2. Activity LED indicator
Table 36. NIC indicator codes
Status Condition
Link and activity indicators are off. The NIC is not connected to the network.
Link indicator is green, and activity indicator is blinking The NIC is connected to a valid network at its maximum port speed, and
green. data is being sent or received.
Link indicator is amber, and activity indicator is blinking The NIC is connected to a valid network at less than its maximum port
green. speed, and data is being sent or received.
Link indicator is green, and activity indicator is off. 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. The NIC is connected to a valid network at less than its maximum port
speed, and data is not being sent or received.
Link indicator is blinking green, and activity is off. NIC identify is enabled through the NIC configuration utility.
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Non-redundant cabled power supply unit indicator
codes
Press the self-diagnostic button to perform a quick health check on the non-redundant cabled power supply unit (PSU) of the system.
Figure 83. Non-redundant cabled AC PSU status indicator and self-diagnostic button
1. Self-diagnostic button
2. AC PSU status indicator
Table 37. Non-redundant AC PSU status indicator
Power Indicator Pattern Condition

Not lit Power is not connected or PSU is faulty.
Green A valid power source is connected to the PSU and the PSU is operational.
Drive indicator codes

The LEDs on the drive carrier indicates the state of each drive. Each drive carrier in your system has two LEDs: an activity LED (green)
and a status LED (bicolor, green/amber). The activity LED flashes whenever the drive is accessed.
Figure 84. Drive indicators

1. Drive activity LED indicator
2. Drive status LED indicator
3. Drive capacity label
NOTE: If the drive is in the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) mode, the status LED indicator does not turn on.
Table 38. Drive indicator codes
Drive status indicator code Condition

Flashes green twice per second Identifying drive or preparing for removal.
Off Drive ready for removal.

Drive status indicator code Condition
NOTE: The drive status indicator remains off until all drives
are initialized after the system is turned on. Drives are not
ready for removal during this time.
Flashes green, amber, and then turns off Predicted drive failure.
Flashes amber four times per second Drive failed.
Flashes green slowly Drive rebuilding.
Solid green Drive online.
Flashes green for three seconds, amber for three seconds, Rebuild stopped.
and then turns off after six seconds
PowerEdge R240 system diagnostics

If you experience a problem with your system, run the system diagnostics before contacting Dell for technical assistance. The purpose of
running system diagnostics is to test your system hardware without using additional equipment or risking data loss. If you are unable to fix
the problem yourself, service and support personnel can use the diagnostics results to help you solve the problem.
Dell Embedded System Diagnostics

NOTE: The Dell Embedded System Diagnostics is also known as Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment (ePSA)
diagnostics.
The Embedded System Diagnostics provides a set of options for particular device groups or devices allowing you to:
• Run tests automatically or in an interactive mode
• Repeat tests
• Display or save test results
• Run thorough tests to introduce additional test options to provide extra information about the failed device(s)
• View status messages that inform you if tests are completed successfully
• View error messages that inform you of problems encountered during testing
Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from Boot Manager

Run the Embedded System Diagnostics (ePSA) if your system does not boot.
Steps
1. When the system is booting, press F11.
2. Use the up arrow and down arrow keys to select System Utilities > Launch Diagnostics.
3. Alternatively, when the system is booting, press F10, select Hardware Diagnostics > Run Hardware Diagnostics.
The ePSA Pre-boot System Assessment window is displayed, listing all devices detected in the system. The diagnostics starts
executing the tests on all the detected devices.
Results
Running the Embedded System Diagnostics from the Dell Lifecycle

Controller
Steps
1. As the system boots, press F10.
2. Select Hardware Diagnostics → Run Hardware Diagnostics.
The ePSA Pre-boot System Assessment window is displayed, listing all devices detected in the system. The diagnostics starts
executing the tests on all the detected devices.
108 System diagnostics and indicator codes

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. This is displayed if at least one event
description is recorded.

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Getting help
Topics:
• Recycling or End-of-Life service information
• Contacting Dell
• Accessing system information by using QRL
• Receiving automated support with SupportAssist
Recycling or End-of-Life service information

Take back and recycling services are offered for this product in certain countries. If you want to dispose of system components, visit
www.dell.com/recyclingworldwide and select the relevant country.
Contacting Dell
Dell provides several online and telephone based support and service options. If you do not have an active internet connection, you can
find contact information about your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Availability varies by country and product,
and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical assistance, or customer service issues:
Steps
1. Go to www.dell.com/support/home
2. Select your country from the drop-down menu on the lower right corner of the page.
3. For customized support:
a) Enter your system Service Tag in the Enter your Service Tag field.
b) Click Submit.
The support page that lists the various support categories is displayed.
4. For general support:
a) Select your product category.
b) Select your product segment.
c) Select your product.
The support page that lists the various support categories is displayed.
5. For contact details of Dell Global Technical Support:
a) Click Global Technical Support
b) 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 QRL

You can use the Quick Resource Locator (QRL) located on the information tag in the front of the R240, to access the information about
the Dell EMC PowerEdge R240.
Prerequisites
Ensure that your smartphone or tablet has the QR code scanner installed.
The QRL includes the following information about your system:
• How-to videos
• Reference materials, including the Installtion and Service Manual, and mechanical overview
• Your system service tag to quickly access your specific hardware configuration and warranty information
• A direct link to Dell to contact technical assistance and sales teams
110 Getting help

Steps
1. Go to www.dell.com/qrl and navigate to your specific product or
2. Use your smartphone or tablet to scan the model-specific Quick Resource (QR) code on your system or in the Quick Resource
Locator section.
Quick Resource Locator for Dell EMC PowerEdge R240

system
Figure 85. Quick Resource Locator for Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system
Receiving automated support with SupportAssist

Dell EMC SupportAssist is an optional Dell EMC Services offering that automates technical support for your Dell EMC server, storage, and
networking devices. By installing and setting up a SupportAssist application in your IT environment, you can receive the following benefits:
• Automated issue detection — SupportAssist monitors your Dell EMC devices and automatically detects hardware issues, both
proactively and predictively.
• Automated case creation — When an issue is detected, SupportAssist automatically opens a support case with Dell EMC Technical
Support.
• Automated diagnostic collection — SupportAssist automatically collects system state information from your devices and uploads it
securely to 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.
The available benefits vary depending on the Dell EMC Service entitlement purchased for your device. For more information about
SupportAssist, go to www.dell.com/supportassist.
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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.
2. Click the required product or product version.
NOTE: To locate the product name and model, see the front of your system.
3. On the Product Support page, click Manuals & documents.
• Using search engines:
• Type the name and version of the document in the search box.
Table 39. Additional documentation resources for your system
Task Document Location

Setting up your system For more information about installing and securing www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals
the system into a rack, see the Rail Installation
Guide included with your rack solution.
For information about setting up your system, see
the Getting Started Guide document that is
shipped with your system.
Configuring your system For information about the iDRAC features, www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals
configuring and logging in to iDRAC, and managing
your system remotely, see the Integrated Dell
Remote Access Controller User's Guide.
For information about understanding Remote
Access Controller Admin (RACADM)
subcommands and supported RACADM
interfaces, see the RACADM CLI Guide for iDRAC.
For information about Redfish and its protocol,
supported schema, and Redfish Eventing are
implemented in iDRAC, see the Redfish API Guide.
For information about iDRAC property database
group and object descriptions, see the Attribute
Registry Guide.
For information about earlier versions of the www.dell.com/idracmanuals

iDRAC documents, see the iDRAC documentation.
To identify the version of iDRAC available on your
system, on the iDRAC web interface, click ? >
About.
For information about installing the operating www.dell.com/operatingsystemmanuals

system, see the operating system documentation.
For information about updating drivers and www.dell.com/support/drivers
firmware, see the 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
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Task Document Location
OpenManage Systems Management Overview
Guide.
For information about setting up, using, and www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals >
troubleshooting OpenManage, see the Dell OpenManage Server Administrator
OpenManage Server Administrator User’s Guide.
For information about installing, using, and www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals >
troubleshooting Dell OpenManage Essentials, see OpenManage Essentials
the Dell OpenManage Essentials User’s Guide.
For information about installing, using, and www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals >
troubleshooting Dell OpenManage Enterprise, see OpenManage Enterprise
the Dell OpenManage Enterprise User’s Guide.
For information about installing and using Dell www.dell.com/serviceabilitytools
SupportAssist, see the Dell EMC SupportAssist
Enterprise User’s Guide.
For information about partner programs enterprise www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals
systems management, see the OpenManage
Connections Enterprise Systems Management
documents.
Working with the Dell For information about understanding the features www.dell.com/storagecontrollermanuals
PowerEdge RAID controllers of the Dell PowerEdge RAID controllers (PERC),
Software RAID controllers, or BOSS card and
deploying the cards, see the Storage controller
documentation.
Understanding event and error For information about the event and error www.dell.com/qrl
messages messages that are generated by the system
firmware and agents that monitor system
components, see the Error Code Lookup.
Troubleshooting your system For information about identifying and www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals
troubleshooting the PowerEdge server issues, see
the Server Troubleshooting Guide.
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1 About this document.....................................................................................................................7

2 Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system overview.................................................................................. 8

3 PowerEdge R240 initial system setup and configuration.................................................................13

4 PowerEdge R240 Pre-operating system management applications..................................................16

5 PowerEdge R240 installing and removing system components....................................................... 35

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8 System diagnostics and indicator codes ..................................................................................... 105

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Front view of the system

Figure 1. Front view of the 4 x 3.5-inch drive system

Figure 2. Front view of the 4 x 3.5-inch cabled drive system

NOTE: LED functionality is not supported on cabled disk drive configuration.

8 Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system overview

Figure 3. Left control panel view

Right control panel

Figure 4. Right control panel view

Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system overview 9

Figure 5. Rear view of the system

Inside the system

Figure 6. Inside the system - 4 x 3.5-inch drive system

10 Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system overview

Figure 7. Inside the system - 4 x 3.5-inch cabled drive system

Locating the information tag of your system

Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system overview 11

12 Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 system overview

Options to set up iDRAC IP address

PowerEdge R240 initial system setup and configuration 13

NOTE: You must have the iDRAC credentials to log in to iDRAC.

Options to install the operating system

Table 1. Resources to install the operating system

Methods to download firmware and drivers

Table 2. Firmware and drivers

14 PowerEdge R240 initial system setup and configuration

PowerEdge R240 initial system setup and configuration 15

Options to manage the pre-operating system

Viewing System Setup

System Setup details

16 PowerEdge R240 Pre-operating system management applications

Device Settings Enables you to configure device settings.

Viewing System BIOS

System BIOS Settings details

PowerEdge R240 Pre-operating system management applications 17

Viewing System Information

System Information details

18 PowerEdge R240 Pre-operating system management applications

Viewing Memory Settings

Memory Settings details

PowerEdge R240 Pre-operating system management applications 19

Viewing Processor Settings

Processor Settings details

20 PowerEdge R240 Pre-operating system management applications

Viewing SATA Settings

SATA Settings details