Dell PowerEdge XR8610t Installation and Service Manual

Dell PowerEdge XR8610t Manual

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    Dell PowerEdge XR8610t Installation and Service Manual Regulatory Model: E07B Regulatory Type: E07B001 August 2023 Rev. A00
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    use of your product. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. © 2023 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell
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    and Service Tag 11 System information label...12 Chapter 3: Technical specifications 16 Sled dimensions ...16 System weight...17 Processor specifications...17 Cooling fan specifications...17 Supported operating systems...17 System battery specifications...17 Memory specifications...17 Expansion
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    ...30 iDRAC Settings...46 Device Settings...46 Chapter 7: Minimum configuration to POST 47 Chapter 8: Installing and removing system components 48 Safety instructions...48 Before working inside your system ...48 After working inside your system...49 XR8000r chassis...49 Removing a sled blank...49
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    Diagnostics from the Dell Lifecycle Controller 92 System diagnostic controls...93 Chapter 11: Getting help...94 Recycling or End-of-Life service information...94 Contacting Dell Technologies...94 Accessing system information by using QRL...94 Quick Resource Locator for PowerEdge XR8610t system 95
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    1 About this document This document provides an overview about the system, information about installing and replacing components, diagnostic tools, and guidelines to be followed while installing certain components. 6 About this document
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    PowerEdge XR8610t system is a 1U half-width, single processor server sled that supports: ● One 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processor with up to 32 cores inside view for PowerEdge XR8610t • Locating the Express Service Code and Service Tag • System information label System configurations -
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    contains Service Tag, support any USB functions. Optional two SFP28 LAN on Motherboard (LOM) ports for networking. The iDRAC Direct (Micro-AB USB) port enables you to access the iDRAC direct Micro-AB USB features. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide
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    sled. Indicates if the system is powered on or off. Press the power button to manually power on or off the system. NOTE: When XR8610t is installed in the XR8000r the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at www.dell.com/ poweredgemanuals. Dell PowerEdge XR8610t system configurations and
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    Table 2. Rear view of the sled Item Ports, panels, or slots 1 1U Guiding pin 2 Fans rear view 3 1U Power Distribution Board (PDB) Icon N/A N/A N/A Description Guiding pin for the 1U sled. Supports 4 cabled cooling fans Provides power to bottom layer cooling fans 10 Dell PowerEdge
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    XR8610t sled 1. Power Distribution Board (PDB) 3. Riser 2 5. Processor 2. System Board 4. BOSS-N1 6. Cooling fans Locating the Express Service Code and Service Tag The unique Express Service Code and Service Tag are used to identify the system. The information tag is located on the front of the
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    your system 1. Information tag (right view) 2. iDRAC MAC address information label 3. Information tag (left view) 4. Express Service Tag label and QRL System information label The system information label is located on the back of the system cover. 12 Dell PowerEdge XR8610t system
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    Figure 5. Service information Dell PowerEdge XR8610t system configurations and features 13
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    Figure 6. Memory information Figure 7. Jumper information Figure 8. Jumper information 14 Dell PowerEdge XR8610t system configurations and features
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    Figure 9. System tasks Figure 10. 1U sled PCIe module installation Figure 11. Icon legend Dell PowerEdge XR8610t system configurations and features 15
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    are outlined in this section. Topics: • Sled dimensions • System weight • Processor specifications • Cooling fan specifications • Supported operating systems • System battery specifications • Memory specifications • Expansion card riser specifications • Drives • Ports and connectors specifications
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    Maximum weight (with all SSDs) 3.90 kg (8.59 pound) Processor specifications Table 5. PowerEdge XR8610t processor specifications Supported processor Number of processors supported 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors with up to 32 One cores Cooling fan specifications The PowerEdge
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    The micro USB 2.0 compliant port can only be used as an iDRAC Direct or a management port. NIC port specifications The PowerEdge XR8610t system supports two (optional) SFP28 LAN on Motherboard (LOM) ports. Table 10. NIC port specification for the system Feature LOM Specifications 2 x 25 GbE SFP
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    with port status LEDs for iDRAC remote management (dedicated port only) on front of the system. RJ-45 dry contact port The PowerEdge XR8610t system supports 1 x RJ45 for dry contact on front of the system. To enhance usage in the IoT space, the XR8610t comes with a dry input sensor. Each input
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    Dry input None. is transitioned to Close state. None Severity Severity -3 (Info) Severity -3 (Info) Video specifications The PowerEdge XR8610t system supports integrated Matrox G200 graphics controller embedded in the iDRAC(BMC) chip, with 16 MB of video frame buffer. Table 12
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    Environmental considerations The PowerEdge system is targeted for edge deployments and it meets all the additional standards for thermal, shock, and vibration parameters. Table 14. Environmental considerations Industry Configuration Telco GR-1089-CORE GR-63-CORE SR-3580 (NEBS Level 3) GR-3108
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    ) Intel® Xeon® Gold 6421N Intel® Xeon® Gold 5411N 185 W 165 W Supported Supported Supported Supported DDR5 RDIMM 64 GB Supported Supported Memory DDR5 RDIMM 32 GB Supported Supported DDR5 RDIMM 16 GB Supported Supported NOTE: Do not perform a cold startup below 5°C. Table 19. XR8610t
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    ● DIMM Blank is required in empty slots. ● Sled blank is required in empty slots. ● PCIE blank is required in the empty slot (slot 1). ● PSU blank is required in empty slots. Technical specifications 23
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    for initial setup and configuration of the Dell system. The section also provides general steps to set up the system and the reference guides for detailed information. Topics: • Setting up the system • iDRAC configuration • Options to download drivers and firmware Setting up the system Perform the
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    at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals or for system specific Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide, go to https://www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals > Product Support page of your system > Documentation. NOTE: To determine the most recent iDRAC release for your platform and for latest
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    Redfish API Guide available at https://developer.dell.com. How to find the iDRAC MAC address of new PowerEdge servers before delivery For more information, see https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000142728/how-to-find-the-idrac-mac-address-ofnew-poweredge-servers-before-delivery?lang=en. How
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    at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals or for system specific Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide, go to https://www.dell.com/ poweredgemanuals > Product Support page of your system > Documentation. NOTE: To determine the most recent iDRAC release for your platform and for latest
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    firmware. Steps 1. Go to www.dell.com/support/drivers. 2. Enter the Service Tag of the system in the Enter a Dell Service Tag, Dell Product ID or Model field, and then press Enter. NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, click Browse all products, and navigate to your product. 3. On
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    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 www.dell.com/ poweredgemanuals. Enables you to configure device settings for devices such as storage controllers or network cards. Pre
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    NVMe Settings Boot Settings Network Settings Description Provides information about the system such as the system model name, BIOS version, and Service Tag. Specifies information and options related to the installed memory. Specifies information and options related to the processor such as speed
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    available and is set to Optimizer Mode, by default. Options such as Fault Resilient Mode and NUMA Fault Resilient Mode are available for support when the Advanced RAS capability processor is installed on the system. Current State of Memory Operating Mode Specifies the current state of the memory
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    Setup Main Menu > System BIOS > Processor Settings. Table 29. Processor Settings details Option Logical Processor Virtualization Technology Description Each processor core supports up to two logical processors. If this option is set to Enabled, the BIOS reports all the logical processors. If this
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    Watt (OS) or Custom (when OSPM is enabled) system profiles are selected. This option is set to Disabled by default. NOTE: This option requires a supported CPU. Enables Intel SST-CP. This knob controls whether SST-CP is enabled. When enabled it activates per core power budgeting. This option is set
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    is set to All by default. Limit CPU physical address to 46 bits to support older HyperV. If enabled, automatically disables TME-MT. This option is set to of previous crash data from shared SRAM of Out-of -Band Management Service Module at post reset. This option is set to Disabled by default. NOTE
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    of data tables with platform related information, boot and runtime service calls that are available to the operating system and its 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
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    click System Setup Main Menu > System BIOS > Network Settings. NOTE: Network Settings are not supported in BIOS boot mode. Table 34. Network Settings details Option UEFI PXE Settings Number of PXE Devices .dell:..
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    Table 34. Network Settings details (continued) Option Description Tag>. This is set to nqn.1988-11.com.dell:.. by default. NVMe-oF Host Id This field specifies a 16 bytes value of the NVMe-oF host identifier that uniquely identifies this host with
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    Table 37. TLS Authentication Configuration screen details Option Description TLS Authentication Mode View or modify the device's boot TLS Authentication Mode. This option is set to One Way by default. None means the HTTP server and the client will not authenticate each other for this boot. Root
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    ) option. I/OAT is a set of DMA features designed to accelerate network traffic and lower CPU utilization. Enable only if the hardware and software support the feature. This option is set to Disabled by default. Embedded Video Controller Enables or disables the use of Embedded Video Controller as
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    Auto Discovery Bifurcation Settings allows Platform Default Bifurcation and Manual Bifurcation Control. This option is set to Platform Default Manual Bifurcation Control and is grayed out when set to Platform Default Bifurcation. NOTE: The slot bifurcation supports on PCIe slot only, does not support
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    Table 43. Serial Communication details Option Description Serial Communication Enables the serial communication options. Selects serial communication devices (Serial Device 1 and Serial Device 2) in BIOS. BIOS console redirection can also be enabled, and the port address can be specified. The
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    Enabled (OS controlled) or when set to Autonomous (if hardware controlled is supported), the processor can operate in all available Power States to save power, is set to Balanced Performance by default. Enables the Monitor/Mwait instructions in the processor. This option is set to Enabled for all
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    details 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 read-only
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    Off by default. It is set On for Secure Launch (Firmware Protection) support. Memory Encryption Enables or disables the Intel Total Memory Encryption (TME) and . When this option is set to User Defined, the system delay time is manually to power up. User Defined Delay (120 s to 600 Sets the User
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    Table 47. System Security details (continued) Option Description 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
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    settings needs the iDRAC Enterprise License upgrade. For more information about using iDRAC, see Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at https:// www.dell.com/idracmanuals. Device Settings Device Settings enables you to configure device parameters such as storage controllers or
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    errors when it is in a minimum to POST configuration. This behavior is expected as the configuration is not validated for operational use, instead, only for troubleshooting or diagnostic purposes. Minimum configuration to POST 47
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    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
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    to the electrical outlet, and then power on the system. XR8000r chassis Removing a sled blank Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. Steps Pull the sled blank to remove it from the enclosure. Figure 15. Removing a sled blank Next steps Install a sled or sled blank
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    Removing a sled Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Remove the front bezel, if applicable. Steps 1. Pull the blue are for representation of sequence. CAUTION: Support the system with both hands while sliding it out of the enclosure.
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    Figure 17. Removing a sled from XR8000r Next steps Installing the sled Installing a sled Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. Steps 1. Pull the blue lever on the sled to free the sled handle. 2. Holding the sled with both hands, align the sled along the sled-
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    listed in After working inside your system. Sled cover Removing the sled cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Power off the sled, and remove any attached peripherals. 3. Follow the steps for Removing a sled. 4. Place the sled on the flat surface
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    sled cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Ensure that all internal cables are connected and routed properly, the system. Steps 1. Align the tabs on the sled cover with the guide slots on the sled and place down the sled cover. 2. Slide the cover
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    the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Cooling fans Removing a cooling fan Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. . NOTE: Observe the fan cable routing or make a note of the
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    22. Removing a cooling fan Next steps Replace a fan on 1U sled Installing a cooling fan Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety Instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. . NOTE: Observe the fan cable routing or make a note of the fan
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    expansion card is not supported or missing, the iDRAC and Lifecycle Controller logs an event. This does not prevent your system from booting. However, if a F1/F2 pause occurs with an error message, see Troubleshooting expansion cards section in the PowerEdge Servers Troubleshooting Guide at www.dell
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    Expansion card installation guidelines Figure 25. Expansion card slot connector 1. Riser connector (Riser 2) Figure 26. Riser 2A slot 1. Slot 1 Installing and removing system components 57
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    ) NVIDIA (DPU 2x25GbE, FH) BOSS-N1 Slot priority 1 1 1 1 Not supported Integrated slot Maximum number of cards 1 1 1 1 1 1 Removing the expansion card riser 2 Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your
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    card riser 2 Next steps Replace the expansion card riser 2. Installing the expansion card riser 2 Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Align the riser with the riser slot on the sled
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    riser 2 Next steps Install the system cover. Removing the PCIe card from riser Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. 3. Remove the sled cover. 4. Remove the riser. Steps 1. Rotate the riser
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    Next steps Replace the PCIe card on riser. Installing the PCIe card on riser Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. 3. Remove the sled cover. Installing and removing system components 61
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    Steps 1. Rotate the riser plate up and remove the expansion card filler bracket by sliding it out of the riser. Figure 31. Removing the expansion card filler bracket 2. Using both hands, insert the PCIe card into the riser slot till it clicks into place. Figure 32. Installing the PCIe card on riser
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    steps Follow the procedure listed in Replace the BOSS-N1 card. Installing the BOSS-N1 card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Align the notch on the BOSS-N1 card with the slot on
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    in After working inside your system. Removing the M.2 SSD module from the BOSS-N1 card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Remove the screw that is on the BOSS-N1 card using Philips
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    steps Replace the M.2 SSD module. Installing the M.2 SSD module on the BOSS-N1 card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Align the M.2 NVMe module at an angle with the M.2 direct
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    the After working inside your system. Power distribution board This is a service technician replaceable part only. Removing the 1U power distribution board Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system
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    . Next steps Replace the power distribution board. Installing the power distribution board Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Align the slots of the Power distribution board (PDB
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    board to the power distribution board (PDB). System memory System memory guidelines The PowerEdge XR8610t system supports DDR5 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs). System memory holds the instructions that are performed by the processor. Your system memory is organized into eight channels(one memory slot
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    Channel C Slots A7 Slots A3 Channel D Slots A5 Channel E Slots A4 Channel F Channel G Channel H Slots A6 Slots A2 Slots A8 Table 54. Supported memory matrix DIMM type Rank Capacity RDIMM 1 R 2 R 16 GB 32 GB, 64 GB DIMM rated voltage DDR5 (1.1 V) DDR5 (1.1 V) Operating Speed 1 DIMM per
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    run at high speed or lower]) ● Maximum supported DIMM speed of the processors ● Maximum supported speed of the DIMMs NOTE: MT/s indicates a memory module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
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    blank is similar to that of the memory module. . Installing a memory module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket. CAUTION: Handle each
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    test in system diagnostics. Processor and heat sink module This is a service technician replaceable part only. Removing the processor and heat sink module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your
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    d. Return to the first nut and loosen it completely. NOTE: Ensure that the anti-tilt wires on the PHM are in locked position when loosening the captive nuts. 2. Set all the anti-tilt wires to unlocked position (inward position). Figure 42. Removing the processor heat sink module 3. Lift the PHM from
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    and heat sink module (PHM) only if you are replacing the processor or heat sink. 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. 3. Remove the sled cover. 4. Remove the memory modules. 5. Remove the processor
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    the retaining clip Next steps Replace the processor. Installing the processor Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. 3. Remove the sled cover. Installing and removing system components
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    4. Remove the memory modules. 5. Remove the processor. Steps 1. Place the processor in the processor tray. NOTE: Ensure the pin 1 indicator on the processor tray is aligned with the pin 1 indicator on the processor. 2. Place the retaining clip on top of the processor in the processor tray aligning
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    Figure 47. Press the retaining clip on the four sides 4. If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a clean lint-free cloth. 5. Apply the thermal grease in a thin spiral design on the bottom of the heat sink. CAUTION: Applying too much thermal
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    Figure 49. Removing the cover 7. Place the heat sink on the processor and press the base of the heat sink until the retaining clip locks onto the heat sink at all the four corners. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the fins on the heat sink, do not press down on the heat sink fins. NOTE: ● Ensure latching
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    the processor or heat sink. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions. 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. 3. If installed, remove the processor dust cover. Steps 1. Set the
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    Figure 51. Installing the processor heat sink 3. Set the anti-tilt wires to the locked position (outward position), and then using the Torx T30 screwdriver, tighten the captive nuts (8 in-lbf) on the heat sink in the order below: a. In a random order, tighten the first nut three turns. b. Tighten
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    inside your system. System battery This is a service technician replaceable part only. Replacing the system battery to the manufacturer's instructions. See the Safety instructions that came with your you must firmly support the connector while installing or removing a battery. Installing
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    Figure 53. Removing the system battery 2. To install a new system battery: a. Hold the battery with the positive side facing up and slide it under the securing tabs. b. Press the battery into the connector until it snaps into place. Figure 54. Installing the system battery Next steps 1. Follow the
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    are still incorrect, see Getting help section. System board This is a service technician replaceable part only. Removing the system board Prerequisites CAUTION: If the sled. 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your
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    label in the Information tag with the iDRAC MAC address label of the replacement system board.. 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. 3. If you are replacing the system board, remove all the components that
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    b. If the service tag is not backed up in the backup flash device, enter the system service tag manually. See the Manually update the Service Tag by using more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide available at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals. 5. Follow the
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    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
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    cryptographic binding, and the removed TPM cannot be installed on another system board. Ensure any keys you have stored on the TPM have been securely transferred. Steps 1. Locate the TPM connector on the system board. For more information, see System board connectors. 2. Press to hold the module
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    2. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS > System Security Settings. 3. From the TPM Security option, select On. 4. Save the settings. 5. Restart your system. 88 Installing and removing system components
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    9 Jumpers and connectors This topic provides some basic and specific information about jumpers and switches. It also describes the connectors on the various boards in the system. Jumpers on the system board help to disable the system and reset the passwords. To install components and cables
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    Table 56. System board connectors description Item Connector 1 J_R1_PWR 2 SYS_PWR_CONN1 3 SYS_PWR_CONN2 4 PIB Signal 5 Coin cell battery 6 Micro-USB Serial 7 iDRAC_DIRECT 8 SYS_ID 9 Display 10 USB 11 iDRAC RJ45/Dry Input 12 POWER 13 BOSS-N1 14 MIC_CON 15 TPM 16
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    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
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    is to test the system hardware without using additional equipment or risking data loss. If you are unable to fix the issue yourself, service and support personnel can use the diagnostics results to help you solve the issue. Topics: • Dell Embedded System Diagnostics Dell Embedded System Diagnostics
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    System diagnostic controls Table 58. System diagnostic controls Menu Configuration Results System health Event log Description Displays the configuration and status information of all detected devices. Displays the results of all tests that are run. Provides the current overview of the system
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    components, visit www.dell.com/recyclingworldwide and select the relevant country. Contacting Dell Technologies Dell provides online and telephone based support and service options. If you do not have an active internet connection, you can find Dell contact information on your purchase invoice
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    Dell Services offering that automates technical support for Support. ● Automated diagnostic collection - Secure Connect Gateway (SCG) automatically collects system state information from your devices and uploads it securely to Dell. This information is used by Dell Technical Support to troubleshoot
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    ● Proactive contact - A Dell Technical Support agent contacts you about the support case and helps you resolve the issue. The available benefits vary depending on the Dell Service entitlement purchased for your device. For more information about Secure Connect Gateway (SCG), go to www.dell.com/
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    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 implemented in iDRAC, see the Redfish API
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    www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals For information about setting up, using, and troubleshooting OpenManage, see the Dell OpenManage Server Administrator User's Guide. www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals > OpenManage Server Administrator For information about installing and using Dell Secure Connect Gateway
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Dell PowerEdge XR8610t
Installation and Service Manual
Regulatory Model: E07B
Regulatory Type: E07B001
August 2023
Rev. A00