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Dell Precision 5820 Tower
Owner's Manual
Regulatory Model: D02T
Regulatory Type: D02T002
Notes, cautions, and warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better 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.
© 2017 2018 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell, EMC, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other
trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.
2018 - 07
Rev. A03
Contents
1 Working on your computer............................................................................................................................. 7
Safety instructions............................................................................................................................................................. 7
Turning o your computer — Windows..........................................................................................................................7
Before working inside your computer..............................................................................................................................8
After working inside your computer.................................................................................................................................8
2 Removing and installing components............................................................................................................. 9
Screw size list..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Recommended tools........................................................................................................................................................ 10
Side cover...........................................................................................................................................................................11
Removing the side cover............................................................................................................................................ 11
Installing the side cover..............................................................................................................................................12
Power supply unit (PSU)................................................................................................................................................. 13
Removing the PSU..................................................................................................................................................... 13
Installing the PSU....................................................................................................................................................... 13
Front bezel.........................................................................................................................................................................14
Removing the front bezel.......................................................................................................................................... 14
Installing the front bezel.............................................................................................................................................15
Hard Disk Drive bezel....................................................................................................................................................... 15
Removing HDD bezel................................................................................................................................................. 15
Installing HDD bezel....................................................................................................................................................16
Hard disk drive assembly................................................................................................................................................. 16
Removing the HDD carrier........................................................................................................................................ 16
Installing the HDD carrier...........................................................................................................................................18
Removing the HDD.....................................................................................................................................................18
Installing the HDD...................................................................................................................................................... 20
Slim Optical Disk Drive.................................................................................................................................................... 20
Removing the slim ODD............................................................................................................................................20
Installing the slim ODD.............................................................................................................................................. 22
Front input and output bezel.......................................................................................................................................... 22
Removing front input and output bezel.................................................................................................................. 22
Installing front input and output bezel.....................................................................................................................24
Optical Disk Drive.............................................................................................................................................................24
Removing the ODD....................................................................................................................................................24
Installing the ODD...................................................................................................................................................... 26
5.25 inch ODD bracket....................................................................................................................................................26
Removing the 5.25 ODD bracket.............................................................................................................................26
Installing the 5.25 ODD bay...................................................................................................................................... 28
Front input and output panel..........................................................................................................................................28
Removing front input and output panel.................................................................................................................. 28
Installing front input and output panel.....................................................................................................................30
Input and output panel bracket.......................................................................................................................................31
Removing input and output panel bracket...............................................................................................................31
Contents 3
Installing input and output panel bracket................................................................................................................ 32
Intrusion switch................................................................................................................................................................ 32
Removing the Intrusion switch.................................................................................................................................32
Installing the intrusion switch................................................................................................................................... 33
Internal chassis speaker.................................................................................................................................................. 33
Removing the internal chassis speaker................................................................................................................... 34
Installing the internal chassis speaker......................................................................................................................35
Air shroud..........................................................................................................................................................................35
Removing the air shroud........................................................................................................................................... 35
Installing the air shroud..............................................................................................................................................37
Memory............................................................................................................................................................................. 37
Removing the memory module.................................................................................................................................37
Installing the memory module...................................................................................................................................37
Expansion card................................................................................................................................................................. 38
Removing the expansion card.................................................................................................................................. 38
Installing the expansion card.....................................................................................................................................38
Coin cell battery............................................................................................................................................................... 39
Removing the coin cell battery.................................................................................................................................39
Installing the coin cell battery...................................................................................................................................40
System fan........................................................................................................................................................................40
Removing the System fan........................................................................................................................................ 40
Installing the system fan............................................................................................................................................42
Fan bracket.......................................................................................................................................................................42
Removing the fan from the fan bracket..................................................................................................................42
Installing the fan into the fan bracket......................................................................................................................43
PCIe holder....................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Removing PCIe holder ..............................................................................................................................................44
Installing the PCIe holder.......................................................................................................................................... 45
Heat sink and CPU fan assembly...................................................................................................................................45
Removing the heat sink and CPU fan assembly.................................................................................................... 45
Installing heat sink and CPU fan assembly............................................................................................................. 46
Removing the CPU fan..............................................................................................................................................47
Installing the CPU fan................................................................................................................................................49
Processor.......................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Removing the processor........................................................................................................................................... 49
Installing the processor............................................................................................................................................. 50
Front system fan..............................................................................................................................................................50
Removing the front system fan............................................................................................................................... 50
Installing the front system fan..................................................................................................................................52
System board....................................................................................................................................................................52
Removing system board............................................................................................................................................52
Installing the system board....................................................................................................................................... 58
System board components.......................................................................................................................................59
3 Technology and components........................................................................................................................ 61
Memory conguration......................................................................................................................................................61
Technologies list................................................................................................................................................................61
4Contents
MegaRAID 9440-8i and 9460-16i controller................................................................................................................. 63
Key Features:..............................................................................................................................................................64
Teradici PCoIP.................................................................................................................................................................. 66
Installing the Teradici PCoIP Card Host Dual/QuadPower management cable conguration for Teradici
PCoIP Portal and Host Card.....................................................................................................................................66
4 System specications..................................................................................................................................69
System specications......................................................................................................................................................69
Memory specications.................................................................................................................................................... 69
Video specications......................................................................................................................................................... 70
Audio specications......................................................................................................................................................... 70
Network specications....................................................................................................................................................70
Card slots........................................................................................................................................................................... 71
Storage specications...................................................................................................................................................... 71
External connectors..........................................................................................................................................................71
Power specications........................................................................................................................................................72
Physical specications.....................................................................................................................................................72
Environmental specications.......................................................................................................................................... 72
5 System Setup.............................................................................................................................................. 74
General options.................................................................................................................................................................74
System conguration.......................................................................................................................................................75
Video..................................................................................................................................................................................78
Security............................................................................................................................................................................. 78
Secure boot....................................................................................................................................................................... 81
Performance......................................................................................................................................................................81
Power management.........................................................................................................................................................82
Post behaviour................................................................................................................................................................. 84
Manageability....................................................................................................................................................................84
Virtualization support...................................................................................................................................................... 85
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................................................85
System logs...................................................................................................................................................................... 86
Advanced congurations................................................................................................................................................ 86
SupportAssist system resolution....................................................................................................................................86
Updating the BIOS in Windows .....................................................................................................................................86
Updating BIOS on systems with BitLocker enabled.............................................................................................. 87
Updating your system BIOS using a USB ash drive.............................................................................................87
Updating the Dell BIOS in Linux and Ubuntu environments................................................................................. 88
MegaRAID controller options......................................................................................................................................... 88
System and setup password...........................................................................................................................................89
Assigning a system setup password........................................................................................................................89
Deleting or changing an existing system setup password.................................................................................... 90
6 Software...................................................................................................................................................... 91
Supported operating systems......................................................................................................................................... 91
Downloading drivers......................................................................................................................................................... 91
Chipset drivers................................................................................................................................................................. 92
Contents 5
Graphics controller driver................................................................................................................................................92
Ports.................................................................................................................................................................................. 92
USB drivers.......................................................................................................................................................................93
Network driver................................................................................................................................................................. 93
Audio drivers..................................................................................................................................................................... 93
Storage controller drivers................................................................................................................................................93
Other drivers.................................................................................................................................................................... 93
Security device drivers.............................................................................................................................................. 93
Software device drivers............................................................................................................................................ 94
Human Interface Device drivers...............................................................................................................................94
Firmware..................................................................................................................................................................... 94
7 Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................... 95
Dell Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment — ePSA Diagnostic 3.0................................................................... 95
Running the ePSA Diagnostics................................................................................................................................ 95
Preboot blinking power button codes........................................................................................................................... 96
Hard drive indicator codes.............................................................................................................................................. 98
PCIe slots..........................................................................................................................................................................99
8 Contacting Dell.......................................................................................................................................... 100
6Contents
Working on your computer
Topics:
Safety instructions
Turning o your computer — Windows
Before working inside your computer
After working inside your computer
Safety instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise
noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that the following conditions exist:
You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
A component can be replaced or, if purchased separately, installed by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
WARNING: Disconnect all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels. After you nish working inside the
computer, replace all covers, panels, and screws before connecting to the power source.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional
safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.Dell.com/regulatory_compliance
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certied 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 came with the product.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an
unpainted metal surface at the same time as touching a connector on the back of the computer.
CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its
edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins.
CAUTION: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab, not on the cable itself. Some cables have
connectors with locking tabs; if you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking tabs before you disconnect the
cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a
cable, ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.
NOTE: The color of your computer and certain components may appear dierently than shown in this document.
CAUTION: System will shut down if side covers are removed while the system is running. The system will not power on if the side
cover is removed.
Turning o your computer — Windows
CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open les and exit all open programs before you turn o your computer or
remove the side cover.
1 Click or tap .
2 Click or tap and then click or tap Shut down.
1
Working on your computer 7
NOTE: Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned o. If your computer and attached devices did not
automatically turn o when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for about 6 seconds to
turn them o.
Before working inside your computer
To avoid damaging your computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer.
1 Ensure that you follow the Safety Instruction.
2 Ensure that your work surface is at and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.
3 Turn o your computer.
4 Disconnect all network cables from the computer.
CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, rst unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the
network device.
5 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
6 Press and hold the power button while the computer is unplugged to ground the system board.
NOTE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an
unpainted metal surface at the same time as touching a connector on the back of the computer.
After working inside your computer
After you complete any replacement procedure, ensure that you connect any external devices, cards, and cables before turning on your
computer.
1 Connect any telephone or network cables to your computer.
CAUTION: To connect a network cable, rst plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the
computer.
2 Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets.
3 Turn on your computer.
4 If required, verify that the computer works correctly by running ePSA diagnostics.
8Working on your computer
Removing and installing components
Topics:
Screw size list
Recommended tools
Side cover
Power supply unit (PSU)
Front bezel
Hard Disk Drive bezel
Hard disk drive assembly
Slim Optical Disk Drive
Front input and output bezel
Optical Disk Drive
5.25 inch ODD bracket
Front input and output panel
Input and output panel bracket
Intrusion switch
Internal chassis speaker
Air shroud
• Memory
Expansion card
Coin cell battery
System fan
Fan bracket
PCIe holder
Heat sink and CPU fan assembly
• Processor
Front system fan
System board
Screw size list
Table 1. Screw list
Component Screw type Quantity
Slim ODD Bracket #6-32 UNC X6.0mm 1
FIO Cable Clip #6-32X1/4 inches 1
FIO Board M3X6.5mm 2
FIO Bracket #6-32 UNC X6.0mm 1
Front System Fan Bracket #6-32 UNC X6.0mm 1
2
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Component Screw type Quantity
Intrusion Holder M3X6.5mm 1
PDB Board #6-32X1/4 inches 3
PDB Bracket M3X6.5mm 1
Slim ODD Plug M3X6.5mm 2
HDD Bracket M3X6.5mm 1
5.25" ODD Bracket #6-32 UNC X6.0mm
• M3X6.5mm
• 2
• 2
System Board #6-32X1/4 inches 10
Middle Fan Fixed Bracket #6-32X1/4 inches 1
Middle Fan Bracket #6-32X1/4 inches 3
Rear Fan Bracket #6-32X1/4 inches 2
HSBP Board M3X6.5mm 2
Slim ODD Fixed Bracket M2X2.0mm 2
Slim ODD M3X6.5mm 1
5.25" ODD M3X4.5mm 4
3.5" HDD Bracket M3X4.5mm 4
2.5" HDD Bracket M3X4.5mm 4
2nd CPU Support Bracket #6-32X1/4 inches 2
2nd CPU Board #6-32X1/4 inches 5
UPI Fixed Bracket M3X5.0mm 1
CPU Cooler T-30 torx bolt 4
Liquid Cooler Module #6-32X1/4 inches
#6-32 UNC X3.5mm
T-30 torx bolt
• 4
• 6
• 4
M.2 Carrier Cover • M2X6mm
• M2X3mm
• 1
• 2
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document require the following tools:
Phillips #0 screwdriver
Phillips #1 screwdriver
Philips #2 screwdriver
Plastic scribe
NOTE: The #0 screw driver is for screws 0-1 and the #1 screw driver is for screws 2-4
10 Removing and installing components
Side cover
Removing the side cover
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
CAUTION: The system will not power on while the side cover is o. Also, the system will shut down if the side cover is
removed while the system is on.
2 To remove the side cover:
3 Press the latch
4 Pull the latch [1] upward and rotate it to release the cover [2].
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5 Lift the cover to remove it from the system.
Installing the side cover
1 First hold and align the bottom of the side cover to the chassis.
2 Ensure that the hook on the bottom of the side cover snaps into the notch on the system.
3 Press the system cover until it clicks into place.
CAUTION: The system will not power on without the side cover. Also, the system will shut down if the side cover is removed
while the system is on.
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer .
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Power supply unit (PSU)
Removing the PSU
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Disconnect the power cable from the system.
3 Press the PSU release latch [1] and slide the power supply away from the system [2].
Installing the PSU
1 Slide in the power supply unit to the PSU slot on the system.
2 Connect the power cable to the system.
3 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer
Removing and installing components 13
Front bezel
Removing the front bezel
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the side cover.
3 To remove the front bezel:
a Press the latch and pry the retention tabs to release the front bezel from the system.
b Rotate the bezel forward and lift the front bezel away from the system.
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Installing the front bezel
1 Hold the bezel and ensure that the hooks on the bezel snap into the notches on the system.
2 Rotate the bezel forward and press the front bezel until the tabs click into place.
3 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Hard Disk Drive bezel
Removing HDD bezel
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the side cover.
3 To remove the HDD bezel:
a Press the blue unlock button [1] on the edge of ODD bay.
b Slide the latch [2] to the unlock position, on the front I/O bezel.
c Rotate forward and lift the HDD bezel [3] away from the system.
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Installing HDD bezel
1 Hold the bezel and ensure that the hooks on the bezel snap into the notches on the system.
2 Press the blue lock button on the left edge of the ODD bay to secure the bezel to the system.
3 Install the side cover.
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Hard disk drive assembly
Removing the HDD carrier
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
NOTE: Do not remove the side cover, if the front I/O bezel is unlocked.
bHDD bezel
3 To remove the HDD carrier:
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a Press the release button [1] to unlock the latch [2].
b Pull the latch to slide the carrier out of the HDD slot.
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Installing the HDD carrier
1 Slide the carrier into the drive bay until it clicks into place.
CAUTION: Ensure that the latch is open before installing the carrier.
2 Lock the latch.
3 Install the following components:
aHDD bezel
bside cover
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Removing the HDD
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the following:
aside cover
18 Removing and installing components
bHDD bezel
cHDD carrier
3 To remove the HDD:
a Expand one side of the carrier.
b Lift the hard drive out of the carrier.
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Installing the HDD
1 Insert the HDD into the 3.5" bracket with the connector end of the hard drive towards the back of the HDD carrier.
2 Slide the HDD carrier back into the hard drive bay.
3 Install the following:
aHDD carrier
bHDD bezel
cside cover
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer
Slim Optical Disk Drive
Removing the slim ODD
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside the computer.
2 Remove the side cover.
3 To remove the slim ODD:
a Remove the screw [1] that secures the slim ODD and push the slim ODD [2] out of the chassis.
20 Removing and installing components
b Slide the slim ODD out of the system.
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Installing the slim ODD
1 Slide the slim ODD into the slot on the chassis.
2 Tighten the screw to secure the slim ODD to the chassis.
3 Install the side cover.
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Front input and output bezel
Removing front input and output bezel
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bfront bezel
3 To remove the front input and output(I/O) bezel:
a Pry the four retention tabs[1] from the chassis and push the bezel out from the chassis[2].
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b Lift the bezel from the chassis.
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Installing front input and output bezel
1 Hold the input and output(I/O) bezel and ensure that the hooks on the bezel snap into the notches on the system.
2 Press the retention tabs and secure them to the chassis.
3 Install the :
afront bezel
bside cover
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Optical Disk Drive
Removing the ODD
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bfront bezel
3 To remove the ODD:
a Remove the optical drive data cable and optical drive power cable from the ODD.
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b Push the optical drive release button[1] and push the optical drive out of the system.
c Slide the ODD[2] from the ODD bracket.
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Installing the ODD
1 Place the ODD into the 5.25" ODD bracket.
2 Slide the ODD and lock the latch by a click.
3 Connect the optical drive data cable and optical drive power cable to the ODD.
4 Install the:
afront bezel
bside cover
5 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer
5.25 inch ODD bracket
Removing the 5.25 ODD bracket
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bfront bezel
cODD
3 To remove the ODD bracket:
26 Removing and installing components
a Remove the ve screws[1,2] that secure the bracket to the chassis.
b Slide the ODD bracket toward the rear of the system and lift it away from the chassis.
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Installing the 5.25 ODD bay
1 Place the ODD bracket into the system slot.
2 Replace the (6-32 X 6.0mm) screws.
3 Install the:
aODD
bfront bezel
cside cover
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer
Front input and output panel
Removing front input and output panel
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bfront bezel
cfront input and output bezel
d5.25 inch ODD bracket
3 To remove the front input and output(I/O) panel:
a Disconnect the intrusion switch cable [1], USB 3.1 cable [2], front I/O power cable [3], USB 3.1 cable [4], Speaker cable [5], Audio
cable [6]
28 Removing and installing components
NOTE: Do not pull the connector by the cable wires. Instead, disconnect the cable by pulling the connector end.
Pulling the cable wires may loosen them from the connector.
b Remove the screw[1] that secures the front I/O panel to the chassis and slide the I/O panel out of the chassis[2].
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Installing front input and output panel
1 Insert the input and output(I/O) panel onto its slot in the system.
2 Slide the panel to secure the hooks into the chassis hole.
3 Tighten the screw to secure the front I/O panel to the chassis.
4 Connect the following cables:
intrusion switch cable
USB 3.1 cable
front I/O power cable
front I/O power cable
USB 3.1 cable
speaker cable
audio cable
5 Install the:
afront input and output bezel
b5.25 inch ODD bracket
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cfront bezel
dside cover
6 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Input and output panel bracket
Removing input and output panel bracket
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bfront bezel
cfront input and output bezel
d5.25 inch ODD bracket
efront input and output panel
3 To remove the input and output(I/O) panel bracket:
a Remove the two screws.
b Slide the I/O module out of the bracket.
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Installing input and output panel bracket
1 Insert the input and output(I/O) panel into the metal bracket.
2 Replace the screws to secure the I/O panel bracket to the I/O panel.
3 Install the:
afront input and output panel
bfront input and output bezel
c5.25 inch ODD bracket
dfront bezel
eside cover
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Intrusion switch
Removing the Intrusion switch
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bfront bezel
c5.25 inch ODD bracket
3 To remove the intrusion switch:
a Disconnect the intrusion cable [1] from the I/O module.
b Remove the screw [2] that secures the intrusion switch to the chassis.
c Lift the intrusion switch and remove it from the chassis.
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NOTE: The system will not power on without the intrusion switch installed.
Installing the intrusion switch
1 Place the intrusion switch into the slot in the system chassis.
2 Replace the screw and secure the switch to the chassis.
3 Connect the cable to the system board.
4 Install the:
a5.25 inch ODD bracket
bfront bezel
cside cover
5 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Internal chassis speaker
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Removing the internal chassis speaker
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the: .
aside cover
bfront bezel
c5.25 inch ODD bracket
3 To remove the internal chassis speaker:
a Disconnect the speaker cable [1] from the front I/O module.
b Press the speaker securing tabs [2], then pull to release it from the system.
c Gently push the speaker [3] with its cable out of the system.
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Installing the internal chassis speaker
1 Press and hold the tabs on either side of the intrusion speaker, and slide the speaker module into the slot to secure it to the system.
2 Connect the internal chassis speaker cable to the connector on the system chassis.
3 Install the:
a5.25 inch ODD bracket
bfront bezel
cside cover
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer
Air shroud
Removing the air shroud
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the side cover
3 To remove the air shroud:
a Press in the securing tabs by holding the air shroud from both the ends, and then lift the air shroud from the system.
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Installing the air shroud
1 Arrange CPU power cables before installing.
2 Place the shroud into its position.
3 Make sure that the two securing holes of the air shroud is completely inserted into the two holes on the middle fan bracket and the
other latch is xed on the cooler.
4 Press down the shroud to lock it with a click.
5 Install the side cover.
6 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Memory
Removing the memory module
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the following:
aside cover
bair shroud
3 Press the memory module retention tabs on each side of the memory module.
4 Lift the memory module out of the memory slot on the system board.
WARNING: Rotating the memory module out of the slot will cause damage to the memory module. Ensure to pull it straight
out of the memory module slot.
Installing the memory module
1 Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory module connector.
2 Insert the memory module into the memory module slot.
3 Press the memory module rmly until the retention tabs click into place.
NOTE: Do not pull the retention levers up. Always press down rmly on the module until the levers lock into place
unassisted.
4 Install the:
aair shroud
bside cover
5 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer
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Expansion card
Removing the expansion card
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the side cover.
3 To remove the expansion card:
NOTE: For expansion card with VGA power, disconnect the data or power cable connected to the expansion card.
a Press [1] and rotate the expansion card locking latch backward [2], to unlock the ller bracket.
b Lift the expansion card [3] from the PCIe slot on the system board.
Installing the expansion card
1 Align and place the expansion card to the PCIe slot on the system board.
2 Press it down so that it is securely seated on the slot.
NOTE: For expansion card with VGA power, connect the data or power cable to the expansion card.
3 Rotate both the expansion card locking latch forward, on the ller bracket, to secure the expansion card to the system board.
4 Install the side cover.
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5 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Coin cell battery
Removing the coin cell battery
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
3 To remove the coin cell battery:
a Press the release latch [1] away from the battery to allow the battery to pop-up from the socket [2].
b Lift the coin-cell battery out of the system board.
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Installing the coin cell battery
1 Place the coin-cell battery into its slot on the system board.
2 Press the coin-cell battery with positive (+) side facing up until the release latch springs back into place and secures it to the system
board.
3 To install:
aside cover
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
System fan
Removing the System fan
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer .
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bair shroud
cfront bezel
dODD
e5.25 inch ODD bracket
3 To remove the system fan:
a Press the connector tab and disconnect the two fan cables from the system board.
NOTE: Do not pull the connector by the cable wires. Instead, disconnect the cable by pulling on the connector end.
Pulling on the cable wires may loosen them from the connector.
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b Remove the screws [1] securing the system fan to the system board and lift the system fan up [2] .
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Installing the system fan
1 Align the system fan to its slot on the system board and secure it with the 3 screws.
2 Connect the fan cables to the slot on the system board.
3 Install the:
a5.25 ODD bracket
bODD
cfront bezel
dair shroud
eside cover
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Fan bracket
Removing the fan from the fan bracket
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bsystem fan
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3 To remove the fan from the fan bracket:
a Slide out the four rubber grommets for each fan from the fan chassis [1].
b Lift the fan and remove it from the fan assembly [2].
Installing the fan into the fan bracket
1 Place the fan into the fan bracket.
2 Tighten the grommets that secure the fan to the fan bracket.
3 Install the:
asystem fan
bside cover
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4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer
PCIe holder
Removing PCIe holder
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bexpansion card
3 To remove the PCIe holder:
a Press the PCIe holder securing clip [1] and slide the holder [2] out of the chassis.
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Installing the PCIe holder
1 Align and place the PCIe holder to the system chassis.
2 Press the holder back until it clicks to the system.
3 Install the:
aside cover
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Heat sink and CPU fan assembly
Removing the heat sink and CPU fan assembly
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bair shroud
3 To remove the heat sink and CPU fan assembly:
a Disconnect the CPU fan cable [1] from the system board.
b Loosen the four heat sink captive screws [2], in the diagonal order (4, 3, 2, 1).
c Gently lift the heat sink and CPU fan assembly [3] from the system.
NOTE: Lay the assembly with the thermal grease facing up.
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Installing heat sink and CPU fan assembly
1 Place the heat sink and CPU fan assembly on the CPU slot.
2 Replace the four screws in the diagonal order (1,2,3,4), to secure the heat sink and CPU fan assembly to the system board.
NOTE: When installing the heat sink and CPU fan assembly into the system ensure that the airow arrow is pointed towards
the rear of the system.
3 Connect the CPU fan cable to the system board.
4 Install the:
aair shroud
bside cover
5 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
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Removing the CPU fan
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bair shroud
cheat sink and CPU fan assembly
3 To remove the CPU fan:
a Unroute the CPU fan cable from the cable holder in the bracket.
b Lay the assembly with the thermal grease facing up.
c Remove the four screws [1] securing the heat sink and the CPU fan assembly.
d Gently lift the heat sink [2] away from the CPU fan.
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e Detach the 4 rubber grommets [1] from the CPU fan bracket and lift the fan [2] away from the bracket.
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Installing the CPU fan
1 Attach the four rubber grommets of the CPU fan to the fan bracket.
2 Place the CPU fan to its position on the heat sink.
3 Route the fan cable to its holder in the fan bracket.
4 Replace the 4 screws securing the heat sink and the CPU fan.
5 Install the:
aheat sink and CPU fan assembly
bair shroud
cside cover
6 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Processor
Removing the processor
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bair shroud
cheat sink and CPU fan assembly
3 To remove the processor:
a Press the left side release lever [1] down, then move it inward to release it from the retention hook.
b Press the right side release lever [2] down, then move it inward to release it from the retention hook.
c Open the release lever [3, 4] to unlock the processor cover.
d Raise the processor cover [5].
e Lift the processor [6] to remove it from the socket and place it into anti-static packaging.
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Installing the processor
1 Insert the processor into the processor socket. Make sure the processor is properly seated.
2 Gently lower the processor cover.
3 Press the two release levers down and then move it in to secure it with the retention hook.
4 Install the:
aheat sink and CPU fan assembly
bair shroud
cside cover
5 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Front system fan
Removing the front system fan
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bfront bezel
cPCIe holder
3 To remove the front system fan:
a Unroute the following cables from the card holder [3]:
SATA 0,1, 2, 3, 4, 5 cable and ODD 0, 1 cable [1]
USB 3.1 cable [2]
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NOTE: Do not pull the connector by the cable wires. Instead, disconnect the cable by pulling the connector end.
Pulling the cable wires may loosen them from the connector.
b Unroute the fan cable [1] from the system board.
c Remove the screw [2] that secure the rear system fan to the chassis.
d Lift the fan to release it from the retention slot in the system chassis [3].
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Installing the front system fan
1 Align the front system fan to its retention slot in the system chassis.
2 Replace the screw that secures the front system fan to the chassis.
3 Connect the fan cable to the system board.
4 Route the following cables through the cable holder and connect to the system board:
SATA and ODD cables
USB 3.1 cable
5 Install the:
aPCIe holder
bfront bezel
cside cover
6 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
System board
Removing system board
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove the:
aside cover
bair shroud
cexpansion card
dmemory module
eheat sink and CPU fan assembly
ffront bezel
gODD
h5.25 ODD bracket
isystem fan
jPCIe card holder
3 To remove the system board:
a To remove the system fan xed bracket, remove the screw [1] that secure the xed bracket to the system board.
b Lift the system fan xed bracket from the system board [2].
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c Disconnect the following cables from the system board connectors:
audio cable [1]
power cable [2]
cable holder [3]
power control cable [4]
24 Pin power cable [5]
front I/O panel [6]
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d Disconnect the following cables:
SATA cables and ODD cables [1]
USB 3.1 cable [2]
Front system fan cable
Flex0 and Flex1 hard drive data cable
NOTE: Do not pull the connector by the cable wires . Instead, disconnect the cable by pulling on the connector end.
Pulling on the cable wires may loosen them from the connector.
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e Remove the screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
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f Slide the system board towards HDD bracket module to detach it from the system.
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g Lift the system board up to remove it from the chassis.
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Installing the system board
1 Align and place the system board into the chassis.
2 Slide the system board to its position.
3 Replace the screws to secure the system board to the chassis.
4 Place the system fan xed bracket and replace the single screw on the system board.
5 Connect the following cables:
audio cable
power cable
power control cable
24Pin power cable
front I/O panel
SATA cables
ODD cables
USB 3.1 cables
Front system fan cable
Flex0 and Flex1 hard drive data cable
6 Install the:
aPCIe holder
bexpansion card
cmemory module
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dheat sink and CPU fan assembly
esystem fan
fair shroud
g5.25 ODD bracket
hODD
ifront bezel
jside cover
7 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
System board components
The following image displays the system board components.
1 Slot 6 PCI 2 Slot PCI 3x16
3 Memory slots 4 CPU0
5 Memory slots 6 Front panel audio port
7 Power CPU port 8 System fan port
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9 Power control port 10 PCIE0
11 PCIE1 12 CPU fan port
13 System fan port 14 Coin cell battery
15 FLEX0 thermal sensor 16 FLEX1 thermal sensor
17 24 pin power cable 18 Front panel port
19 Power remote 20 USB 2_INT
21 System fan 0 22 USB 2_ex
23 Front panel USB3.2 port 24 Front panel USB3.1 port
25 SATA 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and ODD 0, 1 ports 26 VROC_key
NOTE: PCIE0 (Callout 10) is only present/supported on motherboards designed for Xeon W Series Processors.
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Technology and components
This chapter details the technology and components available in the system.
Topics:
Memory conguration
Technologies list
MegaRAID 9440-8i and 9460-16i controller
Teradici PCoIP
Memory conguration
This section provides information about the memory conguration for the Dell Precision Tower 5820 systems.
The following table illustrates the memory conguration and population rules for the Dell Precision Tower 5820:
NOTE: 32 GB DIMMs are only supported on systems using Xeon W Series CPUs.
Technologies list
This section provides information about the technologies that comes with the Dell Precision 5820 Tower.
The following table lists the basic of technologies that are available on the Dell Precision 5820 Tower systems for Dell internal users only.
Table 2. Intel Xeon W Series CPUs
No. Category Technology Browser Path
1Chipset Intel C422 (Kaby Lake-W)
2Processor Intel Xeon Processor W family
Up to 140 W, Single CPU
3Memory DDR4 R-DIMM
4Audio Integrated Realtek ALC3234 High
Denition Audio Codec (2
Channel)
5Network NIC Integrated RJ45
3
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No. Category Technology Browser Path
6Graphics Radeon Pro WX • 9100
• 7100
• 5100
• 4100
• 3100
• 2100
Radeon Pro SSG
NVIDIA Quadro GP100
Quadro GV100
Quadro P6000
Quadro P5000
Quadro P4000
Quadro P2000
Quadro P1000
Quadro P600
Quadro P620
Quadro P400
NVS 310
NVS 315
7Storage SATA
SAS
Dell UltraSpeed Quad (PCIE M.2
Interposer)
Dell UltraSpeed Duo (PCIE M.2
Interposer)
9Remote Solutions 1-1 Teradici PCoIP CLIENT: Dell or other Branded Zero Client (TERA Gen 2)
(Dell-Wyse P25) DUAL Monitor Support
HOST: PCIe x1 PCoIP Dual Host Card (TERA Gen 2)
CLIENT: Dell or other Branded Zero Client (TERA Gen 2)
(Dell-Wyse P45 ) QUAD Monitor Support
HOST: PCIe x1 PCoIP Quad Host Card (TERA Gen 2)
Support Dual Terra Card congurations
NOTE: For further information about the Teradici PCoIP
Card host driver installation, see Teradici PCoIP.
Table 3. Intel Core X Series CPUs
No. Category Technology Browser Path
1Chipset Intel X299 (Kaby lake-H
2Processor Intel Core X Processor Family
Up to 165 W, Single CPU
3Memory DDR4 UDIMM
4Audio Integrated Realtek ALC3234 High
Denition Audio Codec (2
Channel)
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No. Category Technology Browser Path
5Network NIC Integrated RJ45
6Graphics Radeon Pro WX • 7100
• 5100
• 4100
• 3100
• 2100
NVIDIA Quadro P6000
Quadro P5000
Quadro P4000
Quadro P2000
Quadro P1000
Quadro P620
Quadro P400
7Storage SATA
Dell UltraSpeed Quad (PCIE M.2
Interposer)
Dell UltraSpeed Duo (PCIE M.2
Interposer)
9Remote Solutions Not supported with these CPUs
MegaRAID 9440-8i and 9460-16i controller
Small and medium businesses (SMBs) deploying entry-level server platforms and workstations need aordable, reliable storage solutions.
The MegaRAID Tri-Mode Storage Adapter is a 12Gb/s SAS/SATA/PCIe (NVMe) controller card that addresses these needs by delivering
proven performance and RAID data protection for a range of non-business crticial applications. The MegaRAID Tri-Mode storage adapters
bring NVMe performance benets to the storage tier by providing connectivity and data protection for SAS/SATA interfaces. Based on the
dual-core SAS3516 or SAS3508 RAID on Chip (ROC) and 72-bit DDR4-2133 SDRAM, these controllers provide bandwidth and IOPS
performance increases and are ideal for high-end servers utilizing internal storage or connecting to large-scale external storage enclosures.
NOTE: The MegaRAID 9440 and 9460 controllers are only supported when using Intel Xeon W Series CPUs.
Tri-Mode SerDes Technology enables operation of NVMe, SAS, or SATA storage devices in a single drive bay. All the 3 modes concurrently
serving NVMe, SAS, and SATA drives can be operated by a single controller. The controller negotiates between the speeds and protocols to
seamlessly work with any of the three types of storage devices. Tri-Mode support provides a non-disruptive way to evolve existing data
center infrastructure. By upgrading to a tri-mode controller, users can expand beyond SAS/SATA and use NVMe without major changes to
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other system congurations. The MegaRAID Tri-Mode storage adapters support both REFCLK and SRIS based NVMe x1, x2, and x4
devices.
Key Features:
Tri-Mode SerDes Technology enables the operation of NVMe, SAS or SATA devices in a single drive bay, allowing for endless design
exibility
Supports 12, 6, and 3 Gb/s SAS and 6, 3 Gb/s SATA data transfer rates
Up to 8 PCIe links. Each link supporting x4, x2, or x1 link widths, supporting 8.0 GT/s (PCIe Gen3) per lane
SFF-9402 Compliant, Connector Pin-out
SFF-8485 Compliant, SGPIO
Fits into rack-mounted servers with low-prole form factor and side-mounted SAS connectors
Support critical, high-bandwidth applications with PCIe 3.1 connectivity
CacheVault ash back-up at power fail. Supports bad block management
Balance protection and performance for critical applications with RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60
Table 4. Features of MegaRAID 9440-8i and 9460-16i controller
9440-8i 9460-16i
Ports 8 internal 16 internal
Connectors 2 x SFF8643 4 x SFF8643 x4
Storage Interface Support SATA: Eight x1
SAS: One x8, Two x4, Four x2, Eight x1
NVMe: Two x4, Four x2, Four x1
SATA: Sixteen x1
SAS: Two x8, Four x4, Eight x2, Sixteen x1
NVMe: Four x4, Eight x2, Eight x1
Max Devices Per Controller SAS/SATA: 64 SAS/SATA: 240
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9440-8i 9460-16i
NVMe: 4 NVMe: 24
Cache Memory N/A 4 GB 2133 MHz DDR4 SDRAM
I/O Processor / SAS Controller SAS3408 SAS3516
Host Bus Type PCIe 3.1 x8 PCIe 3.1 x8
Cache Protection N/A CacheVault
CVPM05
Physical Dimensions 6.127” x 2.712” (155.65 mm x 68.90 mm) 6.127” x 2.712” (155.65 mm x 68.90 mm)
Maximum Operating Conditions Operating:
10°C to 55°C
20 to 80% non-condensing
Airow: 300 LFM
Storage:
-45°C to 105°C
5 to 90% non-condensing
Operating:
10°C to 55°C
20 to 80% non-condensing
Airow: 300 LFM
Storage:
-45°C to 105°C
5 to 90% non-condensing
MTBF (Calculated) >3,000,000 hours at 40C >3,000,000 hours at 40C
Operating Voltage +12V +/-8%; 3.3V +/-9% +12V +/-8%; 3.3V +/-9%
Hardware Warranty 3 years; with advanced replacement option 3 years; with advanced replacement option
MegaRAID Management Suite LSI Storage Authority (LSA)
StorCLI (command-line interface), CTRL-R
(BIOS conguration utility), HII (UEFI Human
Interface Infrastructure)
LSI Storage Authority (LSA)
StorCLI (command-line interface), CTRL-R
(BIOS conguration utility), HII (UEFI Human
Interface Infrastructure)
Regulatory Certications USA (FCC 47 CFR part 15 Subpart B, class
B); Canada (ICES -003, Class B); Taiwan
(CNS 13438); Japan (VCCI V-3);
Australia/New Zealand (AS/NZS CISPR 22);
Korea (RRA no 2013-24 & 25); Europe
(EN55022/EN55024);
Safety: EN/IEC/UL 60950; RoHS; WEEE
USA (FCC 47 CFR part 15 Subpart B, class
B); Canada (ICES -003, Class B); Taiwan
(CNS 13438); Japan (VCCI V-3);
Australia/New Zealand (AS/NZS CISPR 22);
Korea (RRA no 2013-24 & 25); Europe
(EN55022/EN55024);
Safety: EN/IEC/UL 60950; RoHS; WEEE
OS Support Microsoft Windows, VMware vSphere/ESXi,
Red Hat Linux, SuSe Linux, Ubuntu Linux,
Oracle Linux, CentOS Linux, Debian Linux,
Fedora, and FreeBSD. Contact Oracle
support for Oracle Solaris driver or software
support.
Microsoft Windows, VMware vSphere/ESXi,
Red Hat Linux, SuSe Linux, Ubuntu Linux,
Oracle Linux, CentOS Linux, Debian Linux,
Fedora, and FreeBSD. Contact Oracle
support for Oracle Solaris driver or software
support.
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Teradici PCoIP
This section provides an overview of the host driver installation process.
Installing the Teradici PCoIP Card Host Dual/Quad
Install the PCoIP host driver software from dell.com/support.
NOTE: You cannot upgrade the PCoIP host driver software while a VMware View-brokered PCoIP session is active between a
host workstation or host PC and VMware View client. Doing this will result in losing access to your mouse and keyboard when
the driver software is removed.
To upgrade the PCoIP host driver software in this type of deployment, do one of the following:
Connect to the host from a zero client.
Upgrade the software while connecting to the host through another desktop-remoting protocol such as RDP or VNC.
Installing the PCoIP Host Driver Software on a Host PC:
1 Download the PCoIP host driver software from the Teradici Support site (click Current PCoIP Product and Releases).
2 Log in to the administrative web interface for the host card.
3 From the Conguration > Host Driver Function menu, enable the Host Driver Function.
4 Restart the host PC.
5 Install the PCoIP host software package appropriate for the operating system installed on the host PC. You can start the install
process by double-clicking the installer:
a 64 bit: PCoipHostSoftware_x64-v4.3.0.msi (or later)
6 When the Welcome screen appears, click Next.
7 Accept the terms, and then click Next.
8 Ensure that the installation location is correct, and click Next.
9 Click Install.
NOTE: For Windows 7, when the driver is installed, a Windows Security dialog may appear. Click Install to continue with the
installation. To keep this dialog box from appearing in the future, select Always trust software from Teradici Corporation.
10 If prompted, restart the operating system; otherwise, skip this step. When restarted, the host driver software installation process
continues when the OS boots up. Click Install to continue.
11 Click Finish to complete the installation.
Power management cable conguration for Teradici PCoIP
Portal and Host Card
If the Dell Precision Workstation comes equipped with the optional Teradici PCoIP Portal and Host Card, make sure the power management
cable on the Teradici card is connected properly on the system board. The power management cable from the Teradici card must be
plugged into the correct Power remote connection on the system board. Refer the below image for an example of the Power remote
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connector labeled 19 on the system board diagram:
Make sure the power management cable from the Teradici card is not plugged into either the two-pin Clear CMOS or Clear PSWD jumpers.
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Plugging the power management cable into the Clear CMOS jumper will cause the BIOS to reset when sending a remote restart request to
the Teradici card. You will then have to reset the time and BIOS settings.
If the power management cable from the Teradici card is plugged into the Clear PSWD jumper, then the BIOS password will be cleared and
a new one will need to be congured.
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System specications
Topics:
System specications
Memory specications
Video specications
Audio specications
Network specications
Card slots
Storage specications
External connectors
Power specications
Physical specications
Environmental specications
System specications
Feature Specication
Processor type Intel Xeon W 2100 Family of Processors
Intel Core i7/i9 X Family of Processors
NOTE: Intel Xeon W and Core X CPUs are not supported on the same motherboard.
Total cache Upto 24.75 MB
Memory specications
Features Specications
Type DDR4 ECC RDIMMs - Supported with Xeon W Series CPUs
DDR4 Non-ECC UDIMMs supported with Core X Series CPUs
Speed 2666 MHz
Connectors 8 DIMM Slots
Capacity 4 channel memory up to 256 GB 2666 MHz DDR4 ECC memory with single CPUs on Xeon W Series CPUs
4 channel memory up to 128 GB 2666 MHz DDR4 non-ECC memory with single CPUs on Core X Series CPUs
Maximum memory 256 GB for Xeon W Series CPUs
128 GB for Core X Series CPUs
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System specications 69
NOTE: The memory speed depends on the CPU in the system
Video specications
Features Specications
Graphic card Radeon Pro WX 9100*
NVIDIA Quadro GP100*
NVIDIA Quadro GV100*
NVIDIA Quadro P6000
NVIDIA Quadro P5000
Radeon Pro WX 7100
Radeon Pro WX 5100
Radeon Pro WX 4100
AMD Radeon Pro SSG*
NVIDIA Quadro P4000
NVIDIA Quadro P2000
Radeon Pro WX 3100
Radeon Pro WX 2100
NVIDIA Quadro P1000
NVIDIA Quadro P600*
NVIDIA Quadro P620
NVIDIA Quadro P400
NVIDIA NVS 310*
NVIDIA NVS 315*
NOTE: The Asterisk (*): Only supported on systems with Xeon W Series CPUs.
Audio specications
Features Specications
Type High Denition Audio Codec (2 Channel)
Controller Integrated Realtek ALC3234
Internal Speaker
Power Rating
2W
Internal microphone
support
no
Network specications
Features Specications
Integrated Intel i219 Gigabit Ethernet controllers with Intel Remote Wake UP, PXE and Jumbo frames support
Optional Intel i210 10/100/1000 single port PCIe (Gen 3 x 1) gigabit network card.
Intel X550-T2 10GbE dual port PCIe (Gen 3 x 4) network card
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Features Specications
Aquantia AQN-108 2.5Gbit/5Gbe single port PCIe (Gen 3 x 4) network card.
Card slots
Features Specications
Type PCIe Gen 3
Slot conguration
for Xeon W and
Core i9X CPUs
2 PCIe x 16
1 PCIe x 16 wired as x8
1 PCIe x 16 wired as x4
1 PCIe x 16 wired as x1
1 PCI 32/33
Slot conguration
for Core i7X CPUs 1x PCIe x16
1x PCIe x8
1x PCIe x4
1x PCIe x1
Slot 1 is not active in this conguration.
Storage specications
Features Specications
Externally Accessible DVD-ROM; DVD+/-RW 5.25” Bay Options: BD, DVD+/-RW
Internally Accessible M.2 NVMe PCIe SSDs — Up to 4 x 1TB drives on 1 Dell Precision Ultra-Speed Drive Quad x16 cards
Front Flex Bay M.2 NVMe PCIE SSDs -
Up to 2x 2 TB drives when Xeon W Series CPUs are installed
Up to 1x 1 TB drive when Core X Series CPUs are installed
Up to 6 x 2.5” SATA drives
Up to 5 x 3.5” SATA drives
Slim ODD
SAS available with optional controller on systems with Xeon W CPUs
External connectors
Features Specications
Audio Rear1 x Audio Line in/Microphone
Rear1 x Audio Line out
Front—1 x Universal Audio Jack
Network Rear—1 x RJ45 Network
USB Front—4 x USB 3.1 Gen1
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Features Specications
Rear—6 x USB 3.1 Gen1
Serial port Rear1 x Serial port
PS2 Rear1 x Keyboard
Rear1 x Mouse
Power specications
Features Specications
Wattage 425 W or 950 W with Xeon W Series CPUs
950 W with Core X Series CPUs
Voltage input voltage 100 VAC-240 AC
Physical specications
Features Specications
Height 417.9 mm
Width 176.5 mm
Depth 518.3 mm
Optional 19” rackmount rail kit
Environmental specications
Temperature Specications
Operating 5 °C to 35 °C (41 F to 95 °F)
NOTE: * Starting at 5000 ft, the maximum operating ambient temperature is derated by 1 C (1.8 F) per
1000 ft up to 10,000 ft.
Storage -40 °C to 65 °C(-40 F to 149 F)
Relative humidity
(maximum)
Specications
Operating 8% to 85% (non-condensing)
Storage 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Maximum
vibration
Specications
Operating 0.52 Grms, 5 to 350 Hz
Storage 2.0 Grms, 5 to 500 Hz
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Maximum Shock Specications
Operating 40 G half-sine 2.5 ms pulse
Storage 105 G half-sine 2.5 ms pulse
System specications 73
System Setup
Topics:
General options
System conguration
• Video
• Security
Secure boot
• Performance
Power management
Post behaviour
• Manageability
Virtualization support
• Maintenance
System logs
Advanced congurations
SupportAssist system resolution
Updating the BIOS in Windows
MegaRAID controller options
System and setup password
General options
Table 5. General
Option Description
System Information This section lists the primary hardware features of your computer.
The options are:
System Information
Memory Conguration
Processor Information
PCI Information
Device Information
Boot Sequence Allows you to change the order in which the computer attempts to
nd an operating system.
The options are:
Diskette Drive
USB Storage Device
CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive
Onboard NIC
Internal HDD
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74 System Setup
Option Description
Boot List Option
Allows you to change the boot list options.
Click one of the following options:
Legacy
UEFI—Default
Advanced Boot Options Allows you to Enable Legacy Option ROMs.
The options are:
Enable Legacy Option ROMs—Default
Enable Attempt Legacy Boot
UEFI Boot Path Security Allows you to control whether the system prompts the user to enter
the Admin password when booting to a UEFI boot path.
Click one of the following options:
Always, Except Internal HDD—Default
Always
Never
Date/Time Allows you to set the date and time. The change to the system date
and time takes eect immediately.
System conguration
Table 6. System Conguration
Option Description
Integrated NIC Allows you to congure the integrated network controller.
Click one of the following options:
Disabled
Enabled
Enabled w/PXE—Default
UEFI Network Stack Allows pre-OS and early OS networking features to use any enabled
NICs.
Enabled UEFI Network Stack
This option is set by default.
Serial Port Identies and denes the serial port settings. You can set the serial
port to:
Disabled
COM1—Default
COM2
COM3
COM4
NOTE: The operating system may allocate resources even
if the setting is disabled.
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Option Description
SATA Operation
Tower 5820 Allows you to congure the operating mode of the integrated SATA
hard-drive controller.
Click one of the following options:
Disabled
AHCI
RAID On—Default
NOTE: SATA is congured to support RAID
mode.
Drives
Tower 5820 Allows you to enable or disable various drives on board.
The options are:
MiniSAS PCIe SSD-0
SATA-0
SATA–2
SATA–4
ODD–0
MiniSAS PCIe SSD-1
SATA–1
SATA–3
SATA–5
ODD–1
All the options are set by default.
SMART Reporting This eld controls if the hard drive errors for the integrated drives
are reported during system startup. This technology is part of the
SMART(Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology)
specication.
Enable SMART Reporting
This option is not set by default.
USB Conguration Allows you to enable or disable the internal USB conguration.
The options are:
Enable USB Boot Support
Enable Front USB Ports
Enable Internal USB Ports
Enable USB 3.0 Controller
Enable Rear USB Ports
All the options are set by default.
Front USB Conguration Allows you to enable/disable Front USB ports.
The options are:
USB3 Type A *
USB Type C port 2 (Right) *
USB Type C port 1 (Right) *
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Option Description
All the options are set by default.
Rear USB Conguration Allows you to enable/disable Rear USB ports.
The options are:
RearPort3 Top *
RearPort1 Top *
RearPort2 Top *
RearPort3 Bottom *
RearPort1 Bottom *
RearPort2 Bottom *
All the options are set by default.
Internal USB Conguration Allows you to enable/disable Internal USB ports.
Internal Port 2
This option is set by default.
Dell Type-C Dock Conguration Allows you to connect to Dell WD and TB family of docks.
Always Allows Dell Docks
This option is set by default.
Thunderbolt Adapter Conguration Allows you to enable or disable the Thunderbolt device support
capability.
The options are:
Enabled Thunderbolt Technology Support
Enabled Thunderbolt Adapter Pre-boot Modules
Enabled Thunderbolt Adapter Boot Support—Default
NOTE: The security level congures the Thunderbolt
adapter security settings within the operating system.
USB PowerShare Allows you to congure the USB PowerShare feature behavior.
Enable USB PowerShare
This option is not set by default.
Audio Allows you to enable or disable the integrated audio controller.
Enable Audio
This option is set by default.
Memory Map IO above 4GB Allows you to enable or disable 64-bit capable PCI devices to be
decoded in above 4 GB address space(only if the system supports
64-bit PCI decoding).
Memory Map IO above 4GB
This option is not set by default.
HDD Fans Allows you to control the HDD fans.
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Option Description
The options are:
HDD1 Fan Enable
HDD2 Fan Enable
HDD3 Fan Enable
All the options are not set by default.
Miscellaneous devices Allows you to enable or disable various on board devices.
The options are:
Enable PCI Slot—Default
Secure Digital (SD) Card Boot
Enable Secure Digital (SD) Card—Default
Secure Digital (SD) Card Read-Only Mode
Video
Table 7. Video
Option Description
Primary Video Slot Allows you to congure primary boot video device.
Click any one of the following options:
Auto—Default
SLOT 1
SLOT 2: VGA Compatible
SLOT 2
SLOT 3
SLOT 5
SLOT 6
Security
Table 8. Security
Option Description
Admin Password Allows you to set, change, or delete the administrator(admin) password.
The entries to set password are:
Enter the old password:
Enter the new password:
Conrm new password:
Click OK once you set the password.
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Option Description
NOTE: For the rst time login, "Enter the old password:" eld is marked to "Not set". Hence,
password has to be set for the rst time you login and then you can change or delete the
password.
System Password Allows you to set, change, or delete the System password.
The entries to set password are:
Enter the old password:
Enter the new password:
Conrm new password:
Click OK once you set the password.
NOTE: For the rst time login, "Enter the old password:" eld is marked to "Not set". Hence,
password has to be set for the rst time you login and then you can change or delete the
password.
Internal HDD-0 Password Allows you to set, change, or delete the password on the system's internal hard disk drive (HDD).
The entries to set password are:
Enter the old password:
Enter the new password:
Conrm new password:
Click OK once you set the password.
NOTE: For the rst time login, "Enter the old password:" eld is marked to "Not set". Hence,
password has to be set for the rst time you login and then you can change or delete the
password.
Strong Password Allows you to enforce the option to always set strong password.
Enable Strong Password
This option is not set by default.
Password Conguration You can dene the length of your password. Min = 4, Max = 32
Password Bypass Allows you to bypass the System password and the Internal HDD password, when it is set, during a
system restart.
Click one of the options:
Disabled—Default
Reboot bypass
Password Change Allows you to change the System password when the administrator password is set.
Allow Non-Admin Password Changes
This option is set by default.
UEFI Capsule Firmware
Updates
Allows you to update the system BIOS via UEFI capsule update packages.
Enable UEFI Capsule Firmware Updates
This option is set by default.
TPM 1.2 Security Allows you to enable or disable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) during POST.
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Option Description
The options are:
TPM On(Default)
Clear
PPI Bypass for Enable Commands
PPI Bypass for Disable Commands
Click any one of the following:
Enabled—Default
Disabled
Computrace (R) Allows you to activate or disable the optional Computrace software.
The options are:
Deactivate—Default
Disable
Activate
Chassis Intrusion Allows you to control the chassis intrusion feature.
Click one of the following options:
Disabled—Default
Enabled
On-Silent
CPU XD Support Allows you to enable the Execute Disable mode of the processor.
Enable CPU XD Support
This option is set by default.
OROM Keyboard Access Allows you to determine whether users are able to enter the Option ROM Conguration screens via
hotkeys during boot. The options are:
Click one of the following options:
Enabled—Default
One Time Enable
Disabled
Admin Setup Lockout Allows you to prevent users from entering Setup when an administrator password is set.
Enable Admin Setup Lockout
This option is not set by default.
Master Password Lockout Allows you to disable master password support.
Enable Master Password Lockout
This option is not set by default.
NOTE: Hard Disk password should be cleared before the settings can be changed.
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Secure boot
Table 9. Secure Boot
Option Description
Secure Boot Enable Allows you to enable or disable the Secure Boot Feature.
Click one of the following options:
Disabled—Default
Enabled
Expert Key Management Allows you to enable or disable Expert Key Management.
Enable Custom Mode
This option is not set by default.
The Custom Mode Key Management options are:
PK(Default)
KEK
db
dbx
Performance
Table 10. Performance
Option Description
Multi Core Support This eld species whether the processor has one or all cores
enabled. The performance of some applications improves with the
additional cores.
Active Processor Cores
Choose any number from 01–08:
NOTE: To enable Trusted Execution mode, all the cores
must be enabled.
Intel SpeedStep Allows you to enable or disable the Intel SpeedStep mode of
processor.
Enable Intel SpeedStep
This option is set by default.
C-States Control Allows you to enable or disable the additional processor sleep
states.
C states
This option is set by default.
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Option Description
Limit CPUID Value This eld limits the maximum value the processor Standard CPUID
Function supports.
Enable CPUID Limit
This option is not set by default.
Cache Prefetch Allows you to turn on the MLC streamer prefetcher and MLC
spatial prefetcher.
The options are:
Hardware Prefetcher
Adjacent Cache Prefetch
All the options are set by default.
Intel TurboBoost Allows you to enable or disable the Intel TurboBoost mode of the
processor.
Enable Intel TurboBoost
This option is set by default.
Hyper-Thread Control Allows you to enable or disable the HyperThreading in the
processor.
Disabled
Enabled—Default
Dell Reliable Memory Technology (RMT) Allows you to identify and isolate memory errors in system RAM.
Enable Dell RMT—Default
Clear Dell RMT
System Isochronous Mode Allows you to enable or disable this mode to reduce latency of
memory transactions at the expense of bandwidth. :
Click one of the options:
Disabled(Default)
Enabled
RAS Support Allows you to report or log errors caused by memory failures, the
PCIe failures, CPU failures. The options are:
Enable on Memory modules
Enable on PCIe modules
Enable on CPU modules
The options are not set by default.
Power management
Table 11. Power Management
Option Description
AC Recovery Species how the computer will respond when AC power is applied after an AC power loss.
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Option Description
You can set the AC Recovery to:
Power O—Default
Power On
Last Power State
Auto On Time Allows you to set the time at which the computer must turn on automatically.
Click one of the following options:
• Disabled—Default
Every Day
Weekdays
Select Days
Deep Sleep Control Allows you to dene the controls when Deep Sleep is enabled.
Click one of the options:
Disabled—Default
Enabled in S5 only
Enabled in S4 and S5
Fan Speed Control Allows you to control the speed of the system fan.
Click one of the options:
Low
Auto—Default
NOTE: Low = Fans run low and quite. System performance may decrease.
Auto = Fans run at optimal speed based on environmental data. System performance is maximized.
USB Wake Support Allows you to enable USB devices to wake the system from standby.
Enable USB Wake Support
This option is set by default.
Wake on LAN This option allows the computer to power up from the o state when triggered by a special LAN signal.
Wake-up from the Standby state is unaected by this setting and must be enabled in the operating
system. This feature only works when the computer is connected to AC power supply.
Disabled - Does not allow the system to power on by special LAN signals when it receives a wake-up
signal from the LAN or wireless LAN.
LAN Only - Allows the system to be powered on by special LAN signals.
LAN with PXE Boot - Allows the system to power on and immediately boot to PXE when it receives a
wake-up packet sent to the system in either the S4 or S5 state.
All the options are not set by default.
Block Sleep Allows you to block entering to sleep(S3 state) in OS Environment.
This option is not set by default.
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Post behaviour
Table 12. POST Behavior
Option Description
Numlock LED Species if the NumLock function can be enabled when the system boots. This option is set by default.
Keyboard Errors Species whether keyboard related errors are reported when it boots. This option is set by default.
Extend BIOS POST Time Allows you to create additional pre-boot delay and see POST status messages.
Click one of the following options:
0 seconds(Default)
5 seconds
10 seconds
Security Audit Display
Disable
Allows you to disable the display of the Security Audit results during POST.
Disable Display Of Security Audit Display
This option is not set by default.
Full Screen Logo Allows you to display full screen logo, if your image matches screen resolution.
Enable Full Screen Logo
This option is not set by default.
Warnings and Errors Allows you to select dierent options to either stop, prompt and wait for user input, continue when
warnings are detected but pause on errors, or continue when either warnings or errors are detected
during the POST process.
Click one of the following options:
Prompt on Warnings and Errors—Default
Continue on Warnings
Continue on Warnings and Errors
Manageability
Table 13. Manageability
Option Description
USB Provision Allows you to provision Intel AMT using the local provisioning le via
a USB storage device.
Enable USB Provision
NOTE: When disabled, provisioning Intel AMT from a USB
storage device is blocked.
This option is not set by default.
MEBx Hotkey Allows you to specify if the MEBx Hotkey function should be
enabled when the system boots
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Option Description
This option is set by default.
Virtualization support
Table 14. Virtualization Support
Option Description
Virtualization This option species whether a Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) can utilize the additional hardware
capabilities provided by the Intel Virtualization technology.
Enable Intel Virtualization Technology
This option is set by default.
VT for Direct I/O Enables or disables the Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) from utilizing the additional hardware
capabilities provided by the Intel Virtualization technology for direct I/O.
Enable VT for Direct I/O
This option is set by default.
Trusted Execution Allows you to specify whether a Measured Virtual Machine Monitor (MVMM) can utilize the additional
hardware capabilities provided by the Intel Trusted Execution Program.
Trusted Execution
This option is not set by default.
Maintenance
Table 15. Maintenance
Option Description
Service Tag Displays the service tag of your computer.
Asset Tag Allows you to create a system asset tag if an asset tag is not already set.
This option is not set by default.
SERR Messages Controls the SERR message mechanism. Some graphics cards require that the SERR message
mechanism be disabled.
This option is not set by default.
BIOS Downgrade Allows you to ash previous revisions of the system rmware.
Allow BIOS Downgrade
This option is set by default.
Data Wipe Allows you to securely erase data from all internal storage devices.
Wipe on Next Boot
This option is not set by default.
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Option Description
Bios Recovery BIOS Recovery from Hard DriveThis option is set by default. Allows you to recover the corrupted BIOS
from a recovery le on the HDD or an external USB key.
BIOS Auto-Recovery— Allows you to recover the BIOS automatically.
NOTE: BIOS Recovery from Hard Drive eld should be enabled.
Always Perform Integrity Check—Performs integrity check on every boot.
System logs
Table 16. System Logs
Option Description
BIOS events Displays the system event log and allows you to clear the log.
Clear Log
This option is not set by default.
Advanced congurations
Table 17. Advanced congurations
Option Description
Pcie LinkSpeed Allows you to choose the Pcie linkspeed.
Click one of the following options:
Auto—Default
Gen1
Gen2
SupportAssist system resolution
Table 18. SupportAssit System Resolution
Option Description
Auto OS Recovery
Threshold
The Auto OS Recovery Threshold setup option controls the automatic boot ow for Support Assist
System Resolution Console and Dell OS Recovery tool.
Click one of the following options:
OFF
1
2—Default
3
Updating the BIOS in Windows
It is recommended to update your BIOS (System Setup), when you replace the system board or if an update is available.
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NOTE: If BitLocker is enabled, it must be suspended prior to updating the system BIOS, and then re-enabled after the BIOS
update is completed.
1 Restart the computer.
2 Go to Dell.com/support.
Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit.
Click Detect Product and follow the instructions on screen.
3 If you are unable to detect or nd the Service Tag, click Choose from all products.
4 Choose the Products category from the list.
NOTE: Choose the appropriate category to reach the product page
5 Select your computer model and the Product Support page of your computer appears.
6 Click Get drivers and click Drivers and Downloads.
The Drivers and Downloads section opens.
7 Click Find it myself.
8 Click BIOS to view the BIOS versions.
9 Identify the latest BIOS le and click Download.
10 Select your preferred download method in the Please select your download method below window, click Download File.
The File Download window appears.
11 Click Save to save the le on your computer.
12 Click Run to install the updated BIOS settings on your computer.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
Updating BIOS on systems with BitLocker enabled
CAUTION: If BitLocker is not suspended before updating the BIOS, the next time you reboot the system it will not recognize the
BitLocker key. You will then be prompted to enter the recovery key to progress and the system will ask for this on each reboot. If
the recovery key is not known this can result in data loss or an unnecessary operating system re-install. For more information on
this subject, see Knowledge Article: http://www.dell.com/support/article/sln153694
Updating your system BIOS using a USB ash drive
If the system cannot load into Windows but there is still a need to update the BIOS, download the BIOS le using another system and save
it to a bootable USB Flash Drive.
NOTE: You will need to use a bootable USB Flash drive. Please refer to the following article for further details: http://
www.dell.com/support/article/sln143196
1 Download the BIOS update .EXE le to another system.
2 Copy the le e.g. O9010A12.EXE onto the bootable USB Flash drive.
3 Insert the USB Flash drive into the system that requires the BIOS update.
4 Restart the system and press F12 when the Dell Splash logo appears to display the One Time Boot Menu.
5 Using arrow keys, select USB Storage Device and click Return.
6 The system will boot to a Diag C:\> prompt.
7 Run the le by typing the full lename e.g. O9010A12.exe and press Return.
8 The BIOS Update Utility will load, follow the instructions on screen.
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Figure 1. DOS BIOS Update Screen
Updating the Dell BIOS in Linux and Ubuntu environments
If you want to update the system BIOS in a Linux environment such as Ubuntu, see http://www.dell.com/support/article/sln171755.
MegaRAID controller options
During bootup, press <Ctrl> + <R> when prompted by the BIOS screen to get to the BIOS conguration utility.
Table 19. MegaRAID conguration utility
Option Description
VD Mgmt (Virtual Device Management) This option is used to import the existing conguration to the RAID
controller or clear the existing conguration. The right-hand panel
of the screen lists attributes of the virtual drive or other device
selected in the left panel.
Virtual Drives
• Drives
Available size
Hot spare drives
PD Mgmt (Physical Drive Management) This screen displays basic information about existing physical drives
connected to the selected controller, including drive ID, vendor, size,
type, and state and allows you to manage physical drives.
Press F2 to show the context menu:
• Rebuild
• Copyback
• Locate
Place Drive online
Place drive oine
Make Global HS
Remove Hot Spare drive
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Make JBOD
Make uncongured good
Prepare for Removal
Ctrl Mgmt (Control Management) This screen allows you to change the settings for controller options
such as Enable Controller BIOS, Enable BIOS Stop on Error and
others. It also allows you to select a bootable virtual drive, restore
default controller settings.
Properties The Properties screen displays the controller properties like current
versions of the controller BIOS, the MegaRAID rmware the
Conguration Utility and the Boot block.
NOTE: Press <Ctrl> + <N> to move to the next screen and Press <Ctrl> + <P> to go back to the previous screen.
System and setup password
Table 20. System and setup password
Password type Description
System password Password that you must enter to log on to your system.
Setup password Password that you must enter to access and make changes to the
BIOS settings of your computer.
You can create a system password and a setup password to secure your computer.
CAUTION: The password features provide a basic level of security for the data on your computer.
CAUTION: Anyone can access the data stored on your computer if it is not locked and left unattended.
NOTE: System and setup password feature is disabled.
Assigning a system setup password
You can assign a new System or Admin Password only when the status is in Not Set.
To enter the system setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or re-boot.
1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select Security and press Enter.
The Security screen is displayed.
2 Select System/Admin Password and create a password in the Enter the new password eld.
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 lower case letters are valid, upper case letters are not allowed.
Only the following special characters are allowed: space, (”), (+), (,), (-), (.), (/), (;), ([), (\), (]), (`).
3 Type the system password that you entered earlier in the Conrm new password eld and click OK.
4 Press Esc and a message prompts you to save the changes.
5 Press Y to save the changes.
The computer reboots.
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Deleting or changing an existing system setup password
Ensure that the Password Status is Unlocked (in the System Setup) before attempting to delete or change the existing System and/or
Setup password. You cannot delete or change an existing System or Setup password, if the Password Status is Locked.
To enter the System Setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or reboot.
1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press Enter.
The System Security screen is displayed.
2 In the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is Unlocked.
3 Select System Password, alter or delete the existing system password and press Enter or Tab.
4 Select Setup Password, alter or delete the existing setup password and press Enter or Tab.
NOTE: If you change the System and/or Setup password, re-enter the new password when promoted. If you delete the
System and/or Setup password, conrm the deletion when promoted.
5 Press Esc and a message prompts you to save the changes.
6 Press Y to save the changes and exit from System Setup.
The computer reboot.
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Software
This chapter details the supported operating systems along with instructions on how to install the drivers.
Topics:
Supported operating systems
Downloading drivers
Chipset drivers
Graphics controller driver
• Ports
USB drivers
Network driver
Audio drivers
Storage controller drivers
Other drivers
Supported operating systems
Table 21. Operating systems
Windows 10 Factory installed Windows 10 Pro— 64-bit
Factory installed Win 10 Enterprise—64-bit*
Windows 7 Windows 7 Pro— 64-bit*
Linux RHEL 7.3*
Ubuntu 16.04
NeoKylin v6.0*
NOTE: Asterisk(*): means that "Only supported on systems with Xeon W Series CPUs.
Downloading drivers
1 Turn on the computer.
2 Go to Dell.com/support.
3 Click Product Support, enter the Service Tag of your system, and then click Submit.
NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the auto detect feature or manually browse for your system model.
4 Click Drivers and Downloads.
5 Select the operating system installed on your system.
6 Scroll down the page and select the driver to install.
7 Click Download File to download the driver for your system.
8 After the download is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the driver le.
9 Double-click the driver le icon and follow the instructions on the screen.
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Chipset drivers
Verify if the Intel chipset and Intel Management Engine Interface drivers are already installed in the computer.
Graphics controller driver
Verify if the graphics controller driver is already installed in the computer.
Ports
Verify if the drivers for the ports are already installed in the computer.
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USB drivers
Verify if the USB drivers are already installed in the computer.
Network driver
The driver is labeled as Intel I219-LM Ethernet Driver.
Audio drivers
Verify if the audio drivers are already installed in the computer.
Storage controller drivers
Verify if the storage controller drivers are already installed in the computer.
Other drivers
This section lists dierent driver details for all the other components in the Device Manager.
Security device drivers
Verify if the security device drivers are already installed in the computer.
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Software device drivers
Verify if the software device drivers are already installed in the computer.
Human Interface Device drivers
Verify if the human interface device drivers are already installed in the computer.
Firmware
Verify if the Firmware drivers are already installed in the computer.
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Troubleshooting
The following section describes common troubleshooting steps that can be performed to resolve certain problems on your computer.
Topics:
Dell Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment — ePSA Diagnostic 3.0
Preboot blinking power button codes
Hard drive indicator codes
PCIe slots
Dell Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment — ePSA
Diagnostic 3.0
You can invoke the ePSA diagnostics by either of the following ways :
Press the F12 key when the system posts and choose ePSA or Diagnostics option on One Time Boot Menu.
Press and hold Fn(Function key on keyboard) and Power On (PWR) the system.
Running the ePSA Diagnostics
1 Invoke diagnostics boot by either of the methods suggested above
2 Once on one time boot menu use up/down arrow key to navigate to ePSA or diagnostics and press <return> key to launch
Fn+PWR will ash diagnostics boot selected on screen and launch ePSA/diagnostics directly.
3 On the boot menu screen, select the Diagnostics option.
4 Press the arrow in the lower-right corner to go to the page listing.
The items detected are listed and will be tested
5 If there are any issues, error codes are displayed.
Note the error code and validation number and contact Dell.
To run a diagnostic test on a specic device
1 Press Esc and click Yes to stop the diagnostic test.
2 Select the device from the left pane and click Run Tests.
3 If there are any issues, error codes are displayed.
Note the error code and validation number and contact Dell.
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Preboot blinking power button codes
Table 22. Power button LED state
Power Button LED State Description
O Power is O. LED is blank.
Blinking Amber Initial State of LED at power up. See the table below for Blinking
Amber pattern diagnostic suggestions and possible failures.
Blinking White System is in a low power state, either S1 or S3. This does not
indicate a fault condition.
Solid Amber The second state of the LED at power up, indicates that the
POWER_GOOD signal is active and it is probable that the power
supply is ne.
Solid White System is in S0 state. This is the normal power states of a
functioning machine. The BIOS will turn the LED to this states to
indicate it has started fetching op-codes.
Table 23. Diagnostic Indicator table
Power Light: Amber-White
Blinking
Amber/White Blinking Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution
1-1 1 amber blink followed by a short
pause, 1 white blink, long pause,
then repeats
Faulty System board To troubleshoot the issue with
system board, contact Tech
support.
1-2 1 amber blink followed by a short
pause, 2 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
Bad system board, Power
Supply or Power Supply cabling If you can assist to
troubleshoot, narrow down
the issue with PSU BIST
Test, reseat cable.
If nothing works, contact
Tech Support
1-3 1 amber blink followed by a short
pause, 3 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
Bad system board, Memory or
Processor If you can assist to
troubleshoot, narrow down
the issue by reseating
memory and swapping a
known good memory if
available.
If nothing works, contact
Tech Support
2-1 2 amber blinks followed by a
short pause, 1 white blink, long
pause, then repeats
Bad Processor CPU conguration activity is
in progress or a CPU failure
was detected.
Contact Tech Support
2-2 2 amber blinks followed by a
short pause, 2 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
Motherboard: BIOS ROM failure System is in Recovery Mode.
Flash latest BIOS version. If
problem persists, contact
Tech Support
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Power Light: Amber-White
Blinking
Amber/White Blinking Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution
2-3 2 amber blinks followed by a
short pause, 3 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
No Memory If customer can assist to
troubleshoot, narrow down
the issue by removing the
memory module one by one
to determine which one
failed and swapping to a
known good memory if
available to conrm.
Contact Tech Support
2-4 2 amber blinks followed by a
short pause, 4 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
Memory/RAM failure If customer can assist to
troubleshoot, narrow down
the issue by removing the
memory module one by one
to determine which one
failed and swapping to a
known good memory if
available to conrm.
Contact Tech Support
2-5 2 amber blinks followed by a
short pause, 5 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
Invalid memory installed Memory subsystem
conguration activity is in
progress. Memory modules
have been detected but
appear to be incompatible or
in an invalid conguration.
If customer can assist to
troubleshoot, narrow down
the issue by removing one by
one the memory on
motherboard to determine
which one failed.
Contact Tech Support.
2-6 2 amber blinks followed by a
short pause, 6 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
Motherboard: Chipset Fatal system board failure
detected.
If customer can assist to
troubleshoot, narrow down
the issue by removing one by
one the component on
motherboard to determine
which one failed.
If you identied any of the
components failed, replace
the Component.
Contact Tech Support.
3-2 3 amber blinks followed by a
short pause, 2 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
PCI Device or Video PCI device conguration
activity is in progress or PCI
device failure was detected.
If you can assist to
troubleshoot, narrow down
the issue by reseating PCI
card and removing one by
one to determine which card
failed.
Contact Tech Support.
3-3 3 amber blinks followed by a
short pause, 3 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
BIOS Recovery 1 System is in Recovery Mode.
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Power Light: Amber-White
Blinking
Amber/White Blinking Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution
Flash latest BIOS version. If
problem persists, contact
Tech Support
3-4 3 amber blinks followed by a
short pause, 4 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
BIOS Recovery 2 System is in Recovery Mode.
Flash latest BIOS version. If
problem persists, contact
Tech Support
4-6 4 amber blinks followed by a
short pause, 6 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
RAID Volume degraded RAID volume is degraded.
If you can assist to
troubleshoot, us F12 menu to
enter Device Conguration
tab. Rebuild the RAID
volume if possible
Contact Tech Support.
4-7 4 amber blinks followed by a
short pause, 7 white blinks, long
pause, then repeats
System Side cover is missing System side cover(either left
or right) is missing.
Unplug power, Install back all
side covers back to the
chassis and plug in power.
Contact Tech Support.
Hard drive indicator codes
Each hard drive carrier has an activity LED indicator and a status LED indicator. The indicators provide information about the current status
of the hard drive. The activity LED indicator indicates whether the hard drive is currently in use or not. The status LED indicator indicates
the power condition of the drive.
Figure 2. Hard drive indicators
1hard drive activity LED indicator 2 hard drive status LED indicator
3 hard drive
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NOTE: If the hard drive is in the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) mode, the status LED indicator does not turn on.
NOTE: Drive status indicator behavior is managed by Storage Spaces Direct. Not all drive status indicators may be used.
Table 24. Hard drive indicator codes
Hard drive status indicator code Condition
Flashes green twice per second Identifying drive or preparing for removal.
O Drive ready for removal.
NOTE: The drive status indicator remains o 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 o 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, and
then turns o after six seconds
Rebuild stopped.
PCIe slots
The PCIe slots on Precision 5820 have a dierent functionality depending on the processor installed. Core i7-78xx has a limit of 28 lanes.
This results in a reduced PCIe lane count to the slots 1 and 4 as shown in the following table:
Slot 1 is closest to CPU/memory complex.
Table 25. PCIe slots
Core i9-79xx/Xeon Core i7-78xx
Slot 1 PCIe x850W Nonfunctional
Slot 2 PCIex16 300 W* PCIex16 300 W
Slot 3 PCIex125W-PCH PCIex1 25W-PCH
Slot 4 PCIex16 300 W* PCIex8 150 W
Slot 5 PCIex4 25W-PCH PCIex4 25W-PCH
Slot 6 PCI 32 bit 25 W PCI 32 bit 25 W
NOTE: All slots are Gen3(8GTs) from processor root hub unless otherwise indicated xX indicates the number of lanes that are
connected to the slot. FH=Full Height, FL=Full Length, DW=Double Wide as dened by PCIe CEM spec *Slots are 300 W
capable. Limited to 250 W per slot when more than one MEGA is installed.
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Contacting Dell
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bill, or Dell product catalog.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services
may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
1 Go to Dell.com/support.
2 Select your support category.
3 Verify your country or region in the Choose a Country/Region drop-down list at the bottom of the page.
4 Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
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