Dell R530 Owner's Manual

Dell PowerEdge R530Owner's ManualRegulatory Model: E29S SeriesRegulatory Type: E29S001

LCD panel featuresThe system's LCD panel provides system information and status and error messages to indicate if the system is operating correct

Removing the cooling shroudRemoving the (optional) expansion-card riserInstalling the (optional) expansion-card riserInstalling the cooling shroudPowe

CAUTION: To ensure proper system cooling, the power supply blank must be installed in the second power supply bay in a non-redundant configuration. Re

Steps1. Disconnect the power cable from the power source and from the power supply unit you intend to remove and remove the cables from the strap.2. P

NOTE: The maximum output power (shown in watts) is listed on the power supply label.2. If applicable, remove the power supply unit blank.3. Slide the

Figure 39. Removing and installing a non-redundant AC power supply (cabled)1. screw 2. power supply unit cage3. non-redundant power supply 4. standoff

Removing the cooling shroudRemoving the (optional) expansion-card riserInstalling the (optional) expansion-card riserInstalling the cooling shroudInst

CAUTION: Connect the equipment to a –(48–60) V DC supply source that is electrically isolated from the AC source (reliably grounded –(48–60) V DC SELV

Figure 40. Assembling and connecting the safety ground wire1. #6-32 nut 2. spring washer3. locking washer 4. safety ground wire5. grounding postAssemb

Figure 41. Assembling the DC input power wires1. wire RTN 2. DC power connector3. captive screws (2) 4. rubber cap5. DC power socket 6. wire –48 VRemo

Figure 42. Removing and installing a DC power supply1. release latch 2. power supply status indicator3. power supply 4. connector5. power supply handl

2. Select the Home icon.3. From the Home screen, press the Select button to enter the main menu.Setup menuNOTE: When you select an option in the Setup

NOTE: If you unlatched the cable management arm, relatch it. For information about the cable management arm, see the system’s rack documentation.3. Co

Figure 43. Removing and installing the power interposer board1. GPU power connector 2. power interposer board 3. release latch 4. hooks (4)5. locking

Installing the power interposer boardPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform tr

NOTE: If applicable, close the expansion-card latch on the cooling shroud to release the full length card.4. If applicable, disconnect the power or da

5. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.6. While booting, press <F2> to enter the System Setup and ensure that the ba

5. SAS B connector 6. hard-drive connectors (8)Figure 45. Cabling diagram of the hard-drive backplane using the onboard controller1. system board 2. S

Figure 46. Cabling diagram of the hard-drive backplane using the integrated storage controller1. system board 2. integrated storage controller connect

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in

Figure 47. Removing and installing the control-panel board1. control-panel board 2. screws (2)3. control-panel data cable 4. LCD display module cable5

Steps1. Fit the control-panel board in the chassis, while aligning the screw holes on the control-panel board with the standoffs on the chassis.2. Sec

Hard-drive indicator patternsFigure 3. Hard-drive indicators1. hard-drive activity indicator 2. hard-drive status indicator 3. hard driveNOTE: If the

Figure 48. Removing and installing the control panela. locks on the control panel (7)b. control panelc. cable guide retaining screw (2)d. cable guide

Steps1. Slide the left side of the control panel into the chassis so that the left tab on the control panel aligns with the slot on the chassis wall a

j. memory modules and memory module blanks4. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.Steps1. Disconnect the SAS cable from the system board.2. Disconne

Figure 50. Removing and installing the system board1. system board 2. system-board holderRelated LinksRemoving the cooling shroudRemoving the (optiona

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.3. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriv

Installing memory modulesInstalling the cooling shroudInstalling an AC power supply unitRestoring the Service Tag using Easy RestoreEntering the syste

Trusted Platform ModuleThe Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is used to generate/store keys, protect/authenticate passwords, and create/store digital cert

3. slot on the TPM connector 4. plastic bolt5. slot on the system boardNext stepsFollow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.Re-en

5Troubleshooting your systemSafety first—for you and your systemCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should o

3. If the problem is resolved, restart the system, enter the System Setup, and check if the non-functioning USB ports are enabled.Check if USB 3.0 is

Drive-status indicator pattern (RAID only)ConditionBlinks green three seconds, amber three seconds, and OFF six secondsRebuild abortedBack-panel featu

Remove and reinstall the drivers if applicable. See the NIC's documentation.• If applicable, change the autonegotiation setting.• Use another con

9. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see Using System Diagnostics.Next stepsIf the tests fail, see Getting Help.Troubleshooti

Steps1. Re-enter the time and date in the System Setup.2. Turn off the system and disconnect it from the electrical outlet for at least one hour.3. Re

NOTE: After installing a power supply unit, allow several seconds for the system to recognize the power supply unit and determine if it is working pro

Steps1. Remove the system cover.2. Reseat the fan or the fan's power cable.3. Install the system cover.4. Restart your system.,Next stepsIf the p

14. Install the system cover.15. As the system boots, observe any error message that is displayed and the diagnostic indicators on the front of the sy

NOTE: When an SD card failure occurs, the internal dual SD module controller notifies the system. On the next restart, the system displays a message i

Troubleshooting a hard drivePrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshoo

7. Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system and attached peripherals.8. If the problem is not resolved, turn off the syst

c. Reinstall one of the expansion cards.d. Close the system.e. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see Using System Diagnostics

Item Indicator, button, or connectorIcon Description7 Non-Redundant Power Supply Unit450 W8 Half Height PCIe expansion card slots (5)Allows you to con

Alert messagesSystems management software generates alert messages for your system. Alert messages include information, status, warning, and failure m

6Using system diagnosticsIf you experience a problem with your system, run the system diagnostics before contacting Dell for technical assistance. The

System diagnostic controlsMenu DescriptionConfiguration Displays the configuration and status information of all detected devices.Results Displays the

7Jumpers and connectors System board jumper settingsFor information on resetting the password jumper to disable a password, see Disabling a Forgotten

System board connectorsFigure 52. System board connectors and jumpersItem Connector Description1 PCIE_G2_X1 and PCIE _G2_X4 PCIE Slot 5 (x4) and Slot

Item Connector Description11 INTRUSION Intrusion switch connector12 FAN6 Cooling fan 6 connector13 A1,A5,A2,A6 DIMMS for CPU1 channels 0&114 FAN5

Steps1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.2. Open the system.3. Move the j

8Technical specificationsProcessorProcessor type One or two Intel Xeon processors E5-2600 v3 product familyExpansion BusBus type PCI Express Generatio

MemoryMemory module capacitiesRDIMMs 4 GB/8 GB/16 GB/32 GBMinimum RAM 4 GB with a single processor8 GB with a dual processor (minimum one memory modul

ConnectorsBackNIC Four 10/100/1000 LAN portsSerial 9-pin, DTE, 16550-compatibleUSB Two USB ports, 1 USB 3.0-compliant port and 1 USB2.0–compliant port

NIC indicator codesFigure 5. NIC indicators1. link indicator 2. activity indicatorConvention Indicator pattern DescriptionA Link and activity indicato

Environmental specificationsNOTE: For additional information about environmental measurements for specific system configurations, see dell.com/environ

Environmental specifications40 °C to 45 °C (104 °F to 113 °F) Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/125 m (1°F/228 ft) above 950 m (3,117 ft).Particul

Expanded operating temperatureFor temperatures between 35°C and 40°C, de-rate maximum allowable temperature by 1°C per 175 m above 950 m (1°F per 319

9Getting help Contacting DellDell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. If you do not have an active Internet conne

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Figure 6. AC power supply unit status indicatorConvention Power indicator patternConditionA Green The handle indicator lights green indicating that a

Convention Power indicator patternConditionCAUTION: When correcting a PSU mismatch, replace only the PSU with the flashing indicator. Swapping the opp

Convention Power indicator patternConditionA Green The handle/LED indicator lights green indicating that a valid power source is connected to the PSU

Diagnostic Indicator Pattern DescriptionNot lit Power is not connected or power supply is faulty.Green A valid power source is connected to the power

Notes, Cautions, and WarningsNOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates

Quick Resource Locator (QRL)Use the Quick Resource Locator (QRL) to get immediate access to system information and how-to videos. This can be done by

2Performing initial system configuration After you receive your PowerEdge system, you must set up your system, install the operating system if it is n

default user name is root and password is calvin. For more information on logging in to iDRAC and iDRAC licenses, see the Integrated Dell Remote Acces

4. Download the drivers you require to a diskette drive, USB drive, CD, or DVD.23

3Pre-operating system management applicationsThe pre-operating system management applications for your PowerEdge system help you manage different sett

• Standard Graphical Browser — This is enabled by default.• Text Browser — This is enabled using Console Redirection.NOTE: By default, help text for t

Menu Item DescriptionSerial Communication Displays options to enable or disable the serial ports and specify related features and options.System Profi

Menu Item DescriptionSpare with Advanced ECC Mode. By default, the Memory Operating Mode option is set to Optimizer Mode.NOTE: The Memory Operating Mo

Menu Item DescriptionDCU IP Prefetcher Enables or disables the Data Cache Unit (DCU) IP prefetcher. By default, the DCU IP Prefetcher option is set to

Menu Item DescriptionPort A Sets the drive type of the selected device. For Embedded SATA settings in ATA mode, set this field to Auto to enable BIOS

Contents1 About your system... 8Front-panel features and

Menu Item DescriptionCapacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field is undefined for removable media devices such as optical drives

Menu Item DescriptionDrive Type Displays the type of drive attached to the SATA port.Capacity Displays the total capacity of the hard drive. The field

Integrated Devices screen detailsThe Integrated Devices screen allows you to view and configure the settings of all integrated devices including the v

automatically used as the primary display even if the Embedded Video Controller setting is Disabled.Current State of Embedded Video Controller Display

Menu Item DescriptionNOTE: Every time the system boots, the BIOS syncs the serial MUX setting saved in iDRAC. The serial MUX setting can independently

Menu Item DescriptionEnergy Efficient Turbo Enables or disables the Energy Efficient Turbo.Energy Efficient Turbo (EET) is a mode of operation where a

Menu Item DescriptionIntel AES-NI Improves the speed of applications by performing encryption and decryption using the Advanced Encryption Standard In

Menu Item DescriptionSecure Boot Enables Secure Boot, where the BIOS authenticates each pre-boot image using the certificates in the Secure Boot Polic

Menu Item Descriptionin the operating system does not support UEFI video output standards. This field is only for UEFI boot mode. You cannot set this

profiles. For more information about Dell Lifecycle Controller, see the documentation at dell.com/esmmanuals.Changing the boot orderYou may have to ch

System Security Settings screen... 35Miscellaneous Set

About this taskTo assign a System Password and Setup Password, follow the steps below:Steps1. To enter System Setup, press <F2> immediately afte

NOTE: You can use the Password Status option in conjunction with the System Password and Setup Password options to protect your system from unauthoriz

Embedded system managementThe Dell Lifecycle Controller provides advanced embedded systems management throughout the server’s lifecycle. The Lifecycle

4Installing and removing system components Safety instructionsWARNING: Whenever you need to lift the system, get others to assist you. To avoid injury

Related LinksInstalling the system coverInstalling the front bezelRecommended toolsYou need the following tools to perform the removal and installatio

1. bezel lock 2. front bezelInstalling the front bezel1. Hook the right end of the bezel onto the chassis.2. Fit the free end of the bezel onto the sy

Removing the system coverPrerequisites1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your sy

Steps1. Align the slots of the system cover with the tabs on the chassis.2. Press the cover release latch, and push the cover toward the front of the

Figure 11. Inside the System—Redundant Power Supply Unit Chassis1. control-panel board 2. hard-drive backplane3. cooling fan (5) 4. power-interposer b

Figure 12. Inside the System—Non-Redundant Power Supply Unit Chassis1. control-panel board 2. hard-drive backplane3. cooling fans (5) 4. power supply

Installing a 3.5 inch hard-drive blank... 63Removing a 2.5 inc

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.3. If applicable, disconnect the

Installing the (optional) expansion-card riserInstalling the cooling shroudInstalling the cooling shroudPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be

Figure 14. Memory socket locationsMemory channels are organized as follows:Processor 1 channel 0: slots A1 and A5channel 1: slots A2 and A6channel 2:

channel 3: slot B4The following table shows the memory populations and operating frequencies for the supported configurations.DIMM TypeDIMMs Populated

• Memory modules must be identical in size, speed, and technology.• DIMMs installed in memory sockets with white release levers must be identical and

System Capacity (in GB)DIMM Size (in GB)Number of DIMMsDIMM Rank, Organization, and FrequencyDIMM Slot Population24 4 61R, x8, 2133 MT/s,1R, x8, 1866

System Capacity (in GB)DIMM Size (in GB)Number of DIMMsDIMM Rank, Organization, and FrequencyDIMM Slot Population2R, x8, 1866 MT/sNOTE: 16 GB DIMMs mu

3. Lift the memory module out of the system.Figure 15. Removing and installing a memory module1. memory-module 2. memory-module socket3. memory modul

Installing memory modulesPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshootin

Figure 16. Installing the memory module1. memory module 2. alignment key3. memory-module socket ejector (2) When the memory module is properly seated

Installing the power supply unit blank...101Removing an AC power

Hard drivesYour system supports up to eight 3.5 inch or 2.5 inch hot-swappable hard disk drives/SSDs.All hard drives connect to the system board throu

Figure 17. Removing and installing a hot-swap hard drive1. release button 2. hard-drive carrier3. hard-drive carrier handleNext stepsIf removed, insta

CAUTION: When a replacement hot-swappable hard drive is installed and the system is powered on, the hard drive automatically begins to rebuild. Make a

Figure 18. Removing and installing a 3.5 inch hard-drive blank1. hard-drive blank 2. release buttonNext stepsIf applicable, install the front bezel.Re

Figure 19. Hard-drive blank installation sequenceNext stepsIf applicable, install the front bezel.Related LinksRemoving the front bezelInstalling the

Installing a 2.5 inch hard drive into a 3.5 inch hard-drive adapterPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technici

Installing a hard-drive adapter into a hard-drive carrierPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You sh

Figure 22. Removing and installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier1. screw (4) 2. hard drive3. hard-drive carrierInstalling a hard drive into a

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.Steps1. Disconnect the power/data

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.Steps1. If installed, remove the

Power source problems...132Power supp

3. If applicable, remove the expansion-card riser.4. Remove the cooling shroud.Steps1. Remove the fan cable connector from the system board by pressin

Installing a cooling fanPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting

NOTE: To locate the internal USB connector on the system board, see System board connectors.2. If installed, remove the USB key.3. Insert the new USB

Expansion-card installation guidelinesYour system supports PCI Express Generation 2 and Generation 3 expansion cards.Use the following table as a guid

NOTE: Only slots 1, 2 and 3 support Generation 3 PCIe expansion cards.NOTE: The expansion cards are not hot-swap.Table 6. Expansion-card installation

Card Priority Category Slot Priority Max Allowed1Gb NICs (Full height) 2,1 29Non-RAID (Low profile) 3 1Non-RAID (Full height) 2,1 2Removing an expansi

1. expansion card retention latch lock 2. expansion card retention latch 3. expansion card 4. expansion card connectorNext steps1. If applicable, conn

NOTE: Keep this bracket in case you need to remove the expansion card. Filler brackets must be installed in empty expansion-card slots to maintain FCC

Figure 26. Removing and installing the expansion card riser1. expansion-card riser cage 2. riser guide on riser cage3. riser guide on chassisNext step

Steps1. Align the expansion-card riser with the PCIe connector on the system board and the riser guides on the system board and chassis.2. Lower the e

1About your systemThe Dell PowerEdge R530 is a rack server that supports up to two processors based on the Intel E5-2600 v3 product family, up to 12 D

Figure 27. Removing and installing an expansion card from the expansion-card riser1. expansion-card riser 2. expansion-card riser cage3. expansion-car

Next steps1. If applicable, install an expansion card.2. Install the expansion-card riser.3. Install the cooling shroud.4. If applicable, open the exp

5. If applicable press the expansion-card latch on the cooling shroud to secure the expansion-card in position6. Follow the procedure listed in After

Figure 29. Removing and installing the iDRAC ports card1. iDRAC ports card holder 2. iDRAC port3. SD vFlash media card reader 4. iDRAC ports card5. sc

Installing the iDRAC ports cardPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubles

Figure 30. Removing and installing the SD vFlash media card1. SD vFlash media card 2. SD vFlash media-card slot3. To install an SD vFlash media card,

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in

Next steps1. If applicable, install the PCIe expansion-card riser.2. If applicable, connect the required power or data cables to the expansion card(s)

Figure 31. Removing and installing the Internal Dual SD Module (IDSDM)1. Internal Dual SD module 2. LED status indicator (2)3. SD card (2) 4. SD card

Convention IDSDM indicator code ConditionE Not lit Indicates that the card is missing or is bootingNext steps1. If applicable, install the PCIe expans

Item Indicator, Button, or ConnectorIcon Descriptionbutton can be pressed using the end of a paper clip.Use this button only if directed to do so by q

Removing the cooling shroudRemoving the (optional) expansion-card riserInstalling an internal SD cardInstalling the (optional) expansion-card riserIns

Figure 32. Removing and installing the integrated storage controller card1. integrated storage controller cable 2. integrated storage controller card3

Installing the integrated storage controller cardPrerequisites1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Befor

• Installing an additional processor• Replacing a processorNOTE: To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty proc

Figure 33. Removing and installing a processor heat sink1. captive screw (4) 2. heat sink3. processor socket 4. slot (4)CAUTION: The processor is held

Figure 34. Processor shield1. close first socket release lever 2. lock icon3. processor 4. open first socket release lever5. unlock icon2. To remove t

Figure 35. Removing and installing a processor1. close first socket-release lever 2. pin-1 indicator of processor3. processor 4. slot (4)5. processor

4. Reinstall the cooling shroud.5. If applicable open the expansion-card latch on the cooling shroud to secure the full length expansion card.6. Follo

6. Similarly, release the close first socket-release lever near the lock icon by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab. Lift the lever 90

Figure 36. Applying thermal grease on the top of the processor1. processor 2. thermal grease3. thermal-grease syringeNOTE: The thermal-grease is inten