Dell R630 Owner's Manual

Dell PowerEdge R630Owner's ManualRegulatory Model: E26S SeriesRegulatory Type: E26S001

Item Indicator, Button, or ConnectorIcon Description9 LCD panel Displays system ID, status information, and system error messages. The LCD lights blue

If having both power supplies active is more efficient than having one power supply in a sleep state, the active power supply can also activate a slee

Figure 42. Removing and installing the power supply blank1. power supply blank 2. power supply bayInstalling the power supply unit blankInstall the po

Figure 43. Removing and installing an AC power supply unit1. release latch 2. power supply unit cable connector3. power supply unit 4. connector5. pow

NOTE: When installing, hot-swapping, or hot-adding a new power supply unit, wait for 15 seconds for the system to recognize the power supply unit and

Removing a DC power supply unitPrerequisitesWARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all connec

Installing a DC power supply unitPrerequisitesWARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all conn

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the battery connector, you must firmly support the connector while installing or removing a battery.2. Place your finger b

Figure 46. Installing the system battery1. system battery 2. positive side of the battery connectorNext steps1. Install the cooling shroud.2. Follow t

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.3. Remove all hard drives.CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified se

Figure 48. Cabling diagram—2.5 Inch (x8) systems1. SAS backplane 2. signal connector on system board3. system board 4. SAS A connector on system board

Item Indicator, Button, or ConnectorIcon Description3 Power-on indicator, power buttonThe power-on indicator lights when the system power is on. The p

Figure 49. Removing and installing the 2.5 Inch (x10) hard-drive backplane1. SD signal cable 2. SD signal cable connector3. SAS cables(2) 4. SAS cabl

Figure 50. Cabling diagram—2.5 Inch (x10) systems1. SAS backplane expander card 2. signal cable connector on the system board3. system board 4. integr

Figure 51. Removing and installing the 1.8 Inch (x24) hard-drive backplane1. SD signal cable (3) 2. SD signal cable connector (2)3. SAS cables(4) 4. S

Figure 52. Cabling diagram—1.8 Inch (x24) systems1. SAS backplane 2. SD signal cable connector3. SAS backplane expander card 4. SD signal cable connec

2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You shou

Figure 53. Removing and installing the control panel board1. control panel board 2. screws (2)3. control-panel cable 4. display module cableInstalling

Next stepsFollow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.Removing the control panel–8 hard–drive systemPrerequisites1. Ensure that yo

Figure 54. Removing and installing the control panel1. control panel 2. notch on chassis front wall (2)3. display module ZIF connector 4. display modu

CAUTION: The display module connector is a ZIF (zero insertion force) connector. Ensure that the locking tab on the connector is released before remov

Next stepsFigure 55. Removing and installing the control panel1. control panel release latch 2. cable securing clip3. control panel cable connecting t

Item Indicator, Button, or ConnectorIcon Descriptionbezel. This feature allows management of the system using mobile devices. This feature aggregates

3. Using a #1 Philips screwdriver, replace the screw (located at the bottom of the chassis) that secures the control panel to the chassis.4. Locate th

Figure 56. Removing and Installing the VGA Module1. screw 2. VGA module cable3. VGA module 4. control panelInstalling the VGA modulePrerequisitesNOTE:

CAUTION: The display module connector is a ZIF (zero insertion force) connector. Ensure that the locking tab on the connector is released before remov

j. internal USB key (if installed)k. hot-swap hard drivesl. hard-drive backplaneCAUTION: To avoid damaging the mini SAS cable and connector, follow th

Figure 57. Removing and Installing the System Board1. system board holder 2. system-board 3. release pinInstalling the system boardPrerequisitesCAUTIO

Steps1. Unpack the new system board assembly.CAUTION: Do not lift the system board assembly by grasping a memory module, processor, or other component

Entering the system service tag using System SetupIf you know the system service tag, use the System Setup menu to enter the service tag.1. Turn on th

Steps1. 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 bolt al

7. Enter System Setup again.8. In the System Setup Main Menu, click System BIOS → System Security Settings.9. In the Intel TXT option, select On.128

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

Item Indicator, Button, or ConnectorIcon DescriptionUse this button only if directed to do so by qualified support personnel or by the operating syste

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

Troubleshooting iDRAC Direct (laptop connection)For information on USB laptop connection and server configuration, see the Integrated Dell Remote Acce

7. Ensure that all network cables are of the proper type and do not exceed the maximum length.Next stepsIf all troubleshooting fails, see Getting Help

Troubleshooting a damaged systemPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform trouble

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

Troubleshooting cooling problemsCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and

3. If the fan functions properly, install the system cover.Next stepsIf the problem persists, see Getting Help.Troubleshooting system memoryPrerequisi

Next stepsIf the problem persists after all memory modules have been checked, see Getting Help.Troubleshooting an internal USB keyPrerequisitesCAUTION

5. Install the system cover.6. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.7. Enter the S

Steps1. Use a different tape cartridge.2. Ensure that the device drivers for the tape backup unit are installed and are configured correctly. See your

• The LCD backlight is off when the system is in standby mode and can be turned on by pressing either the Select, Left, or Right button on the LCD pan

Troubleshooting a storage controllerCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting

Steps1. Run the appropriate diagnostic test. For more information, see Using System Diagnostics.2. Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and d

System messagesFor a list of event and error messages generated by the system firmware and agents that monitor system components, see the Dell Event a

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 connectorsSystem board jumper settingsFor information on resetting the password jumper to disable a password, see Disabling a forgotten p

System board connectorsFigure 59. System board connectors and jumpersItem Connector Description1. J_BP_SIG1 Backplane signal connector 12. J_PS2 PSU 2

Item Connector Description11 J_USB USB connector12 J_VIDEO_REAR Video connector13 J_COM1 Serial connector14 J_IDRAC_RJ45 iDRAC7 connector15 J_CYC Syst

Item Connector Description43 J_FAN1U_1 Cooling fan connector44 J_CTRL_PNL Control panel connector45 CPU1 Processor socket 146 J_FP_USB Front panel USB

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

Option DescriptioniDRAC Select DHCP or Static IP to configure the network mode. If Static IP is selected, the available fields are IP, Subnet (Sub), a

PowerNOTE: This system is also designed to be connected to IT power systems with a phase to phase voltage not exceeding 230 V.200–240 V AC, autorangin

ConnectorsBackNIC Four 10/100/1000 Mbps or two 10/100/1000 Mbps and two 100 Mbps/1 Gbps/10 GbpsSerial DB-9 Serial Port connectorUSB Two 4-pin, USB 3.0

Expanded Operating TemperatureNOTE: Outside the standard operating temperature (10°C to 35°C), the system can operate continuously down to 5°C or as h

EnvironmentalTemperature ranges (for altitude less than 950 m or 3117 ft)10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) with no direct sunlight on the equipment.Humidity

EnvironmentalNOTE: Applies to data center environments only. Air filtration requirements do not apply to IT equipment designed to be used outside a da

9Getting helpContacting DellAbout this taskNOTE: Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. If you do not have an a

specific Quick Resource (QR) code located on your Dell PowerEdge system. To try out the QR code, scan the following image.156

Icon Description Condition Corrective actionHealth indicatorIf the system is on, and in good health, the indicator lights solid blue.None required.The

Hard-drive indicator codesFigure 5. Hard-drive indicators1. hard-drive activity indicator 2. hard-drive status indicator 3. hard driveNOTE: If the ha

iDRAC Direct LED indicator codesNOTE: The iDRAC Direct LED indicator does not light up for the USB mode.Figure 6. iDRAC Direct LED indicator1. iDRAC D

Quick Sync indicator codesFigure 7. Quick Sync indicator codes1. Quick Sync status indicator2. Quick Sync activation buttonPower indicator pattern Con

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

Back-panel features and indicatorsFigure 8. Back-panel features and indicators—8 hard-drive system (2 PCIe expansion cards)Item Indicator, Button, or

Item Indicator, Button, or ConnectorIcon Description8 PCIe expansion card slot (riser 2)Allows you to connect a full height three-fourth length PCIe e

Item Indicator, Button, or ConnectorIcon Descriptionflashes until one of the buttons is pressed again.Press to toggle the system ID on and off. If the

NIC indicator codesFigure 10. NIC indicators1. link indicator 2. activity indicatorIndicator Indicator codeLink and activity indicators are off The NI

Figure 11. AC power supply unit status indicator1. AC power supply unit status indicator/handleConvention Power indicator patternConditionA Green The

Convention Power indicator patternConditionCAUTION: When correcting a power supply unit mismatch, replace only the power supply unit with the flashing

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

To... Refer to...Get an overview of the Dell Systems Management offeringsDell OpenManage Systems Management Overview Guide at dell.com/openmanagemanua

2Performing initial system configuration After you receive your PowerEdge system, you must set up your system, install the operating system, and set u

Information about logging in to iDRACYou can log in to iDRAC as an iDRAC local user, as a Microsoft Active Directory user, or as a Lightweight Directo

Contents1 About your system... 8Supported configurations.

NOTE: If you do not have the service tag, select Automatically detect my Service Tag for me to allow the system to automatically detect your service t

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

About System SetupUsing System Setup, you can configure the BIOS settings, iDRAC settings, and device settings of your system.You can access System Se

Menu Item DescriptionProcessor Settings Displays information and options related to the processor such as speed, cache size, and so on.SATA Settings D

Menu Item DescriptionContact InformationSystem CPLD VersionDisplays the current revision of the system CPLD firmware.UEFI Compliance VersionDisplays t

Menu Item Descriptioninstalled. If Disabled, the system supports NUMA (asymmetric) memory configurations. By default, Node Interleaving option is set

Menu Item DescriptionLogical Processor IdlingEnables or disables the operating system capability to put logical processors in the idling state in orde

ExampleMenu Item DescriptionEmbedded SATA Enables the embedded SATA to be set to Off, ATA, AHCI, or RAID modes. By default, the Embedded SATA option i

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

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

Serial Communication screen details...42System Profile Setting

Menu Item Descriptionlist is attempted to boot. When set to Enabled, all hard disk devices are attempted in order, as listed in the Hard-Disk Drive Se

Menu Item DescriptionIntegrated RAID ControllerEnables or disables the integrated RAID controller. By default, the option is set to Enabled.Integrated

Serial Communication screen detailsYou can use the Serial Communication screen to view the properties of the serial communication port.You can view th

ExampleMenu Item DescriptionSystem Profile Sets the system profile. If you set the System Profile option to a mode other than Custom, the BIOS automat

Menu Item DescriptionNumber of Turbo Boot Enabled Cores for Processor 1NOTE: If there are two processors installed in the system, you see an entry for

Menu Item DescriptionClears all the contents of the TPM. By default, the TPM Clear option is set to No.Intel TXT Enables or disables the Intel Trusted

Menu Item DescriptionAuthorized Signature DatabaseImports, exports, deletes, or restores entries in the Authorized Signature Database (db).Forbidden S

Menu Item Descriptionresults can be applied. It takes the system longer to be ready due to the forced system reset. When disabled, ISC does not execut

Choosing the system boot modeSystem Setup enables you to specify the boot mode for installing your operating system:• BIOS boot mode (the default) is

6. Re-enter the system password, and click OK.7. Select Setup Password, enter your system password and press <Enter> or <Tab>.A message pr

Installing a 1.8 inch hard drive into a hard-drive carrier... 73Optical drive (optional)...

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

Recommended toolsYou need the following tools to perform the removal and installation procedures:• Key to the bezel lock. This is only required when y

Figure 13. Removing and installing the front bezelInstalling the front bezel1. Hook the right end of the bezel onto the chassis.2. Fit the free end of

Figure 14. Removing and installing the system1. latch release lock 2. system cover3. latchInstalling the system coverPrerequisitesEnsure that you read

Inside the systemCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs

9. riser card 2 10. riser card 111. DIMMs (6) 12. processor 213. DIMMs (12) 14. hard-drive backplane15. hard driveFigure 16. Inside the system—24 hard

15. hard driveCooling shroudRemoving the cooling shroudPrerequisites1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in

Installing the cooling shroudPrerequisites• Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service

Figure 18. Memory socket locationsMemory channels are organized as follows:Processor 1 channel 0: slots A1, A5, and A9channel 1: slots A2, A6, and A10

channel 3: slots B4, B8, and B12The following table shows the memory populations and operating frequencies for the supported configurations.DIMM Type

Installing a DC power supply unit...105System battery...

NOTE: You can mix x4 and x8 DRAM based DIMMs to support RAS features. However, all guidelines for specific RAS features must be followed. x4 DRAM base

Sample memory configurationsThe following tables show sample memory configurations for one and two processor configurations that follow the appropriat

System capacity (in GB)DIMM size (in GB)Number of DIMMsDIMM rank, organization, and frequencyDIMM slot population2R, x4 and 2R, x8, 1600 MT/sNOTE: 16

System capacity (in GB)DIMM size (in GB)Number of DIMMsDIMM rank, organization, and frequencyDIMM slot population160 8 202R, x8, 1866 MT/s2R, x8, 1600

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.3. Remove the cooling shroud.WARN

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

Figure 20. Installing the memory module1. memory module 2. alignment key3. memory-module socket ejector (2) When the memory module is properly seated

NOTE: Use only hard drives that have been tested and approved for use with the hard-drive backplane.When you format a hard drive, allow enough time fo

StepsInsert the hard-drive blank into the hard-drive slot until the release button clicks into place.Next stepsIf applicable, install the front bezel.

StepsInsert the hard-drive blank into the hard-drive slot until the release button clicks into place.Next stepsIf applicable, install the front bezel.

Troubleshooting system memory... 136Troubleshooting a

Figure 23. Removing and installing a hot-swap hard drive1. release button 2. hard-drive carrier3. hard-drive carrier handleFigure 24. Removing and ins

Installing a hot-swap hard drivePrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform trouble

Figure 25. Removing and installing a hard drive into a hard-drive carrier1. screw (4) 2. hard drive3. hard-drive carrierInstalling a hard drive into a

Figure 26. Removing and installing a 1.8 hard drive into a hard-drive carrier1. hard drive carrier 2. hard-drive Installing a 1.8 inch hard drive into

NOTE: This procedure applies only to the 8-hard drive system.Steps1. Disconnect the power/data cable from the back of the drive.Note the routing of th

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

Figure 28. Removing and installing the slim optical drive blank1. slim optical drive blank 2. optical drive blank lockInstalling the slim optical driv

Removing a cooling fanPrerequisites1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your syste

Installing a cooling fanPrerequisites1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your sys

3. Insert the new USB key into the USB connector.Figure 30. Replacing the internal USB key1. USB memory key 2. USB memory key connectorNext steps1. F

1About your systemThe Dell PowerEdge R630 is a rack server that support up to two processors based on the Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 processor family, up t

Table 4. Systems supporting two PCIe expansion cardsRiser PCIe Slot Processor ConnectionHeight Length Link WidthSlot Width2 1 Processor 1 Low Profile

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

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

Figure 32. Removing and installing the expansion card riser 11. expansion-card riser 1 2. connector 3. riser guide pin83

Figure 33. Removing and installing the expansion card riser 31. connector 2. expansion card riser 33. expansion card release latch2. If applicable, re

Next steps1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.2. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the d

Removing the internal dual SD module Prerequisites1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working in

Figure 35. 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 ConditionC Flashing amber Indicates card mismatch or that the card has failedD Amber Indicates that the card is offlin

StepsLocate the SD card slot on the internal dual SD module or the backplane expander board and press inward on the card to release it from the slot a

Item Indicator, Button, or ConnectorIcon DescriptionNOTE: On ACPI-compliant operating systems, turning off the system using the power button causes th

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

2. Replace the cooling shroud.3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.Installing the integrated storage controller cardPrer

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

3. captive screw (2) 4. touch point (2)5. network daughter card 6. back panel slots for Ethernet connectorsInstalling the network daughter cardPrereq

1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions. 2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver handy.3. If you are upgrading your system, download the latest sy

CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release lever can spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped.Figur

Figure 40. Removing and installing a processor1. close first socket-release lever 2. pin-1 indicator of processor3. processor 4. slot (4)5. processor

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

CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it engages easily into the socket.b. Align the pin-1 indi

3. thermal-grease syringeNOTE: The thermal-grease is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringe after you use it.c. Place the heat sink on