Introduction
The technical and environmental specifications of your system are outlined in this section.
Topics:
- Chassis dimensions
- System weight
- Processor specifications
- PSU specifications
- Cooling fan specifications
- Supported operating systems
- System battery specifications
- Expansion card riser specifications
- Memory specifications
- Storage controller specifications
- Drive specifications
- Ports and connectors specifications
- Video specifications
- Environmental specifications
Chapter 1: Technical Specifications
Chassis dimensions
Figure 1. Chassis dimensions
Diagram Description: A diagram showing the top and side views of the server chassis. The top view indicates dimensions labeled Za, Zb, Zc, Xa, and Xb. The side view indicates dimension Y. Xa represents the front bezel or outermost feature. Xb represents the width. Y represents the height. Za, Zb, and Zc represent depth measurements from the front to the rear wall and PSU handle.
| Drives | Xa | Xb | Y | Za | Zb | Zc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 drives | 482.0 mm (18.97 inches) | 447.0 mm (15.59 inches) | 86.8 mm (3.41 inches) | 35.84 mm (1.4 inches) With bezel 22.0 mm (0.87 inches) Without bezel | 810 mm (31.88 inches) Ear to rear wall | 845.59 mm (33.29 inches) Ear to PSU handle |
? NOTE: Zb is the nominal rear wall external surface where the system board I/O connectors reside.
System weight
| System configuration | Maximum weight (with all drives/SSDs) |
|---|---|
| 10 x 2.5-inch | 48.61 kg (107.17 lb) |
Processor specifications
| Supported processor | Number of processors supported |
|---|---|
| AMD EPYC 7003 Series processor with up to 64 cores | Two |
PSU specifications
The system supports up to two AC or DC power supply units (PSUs).
❗ WARNING: Instructions for the qualified electricians only:
System using -(48-60) V DC or 240 V DC power supplies are intended for restricted access locations in accordance with Articles 110-5, 110-6, 110-11, 110-14, and 110-17 of the National Electrical Code, American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70.
240 V DC power supplies shall be connected to the 240 V DC outlet from certified power distribution units if applicable in country of use.
Power supply cords/jumper cords and the associated plugs/inlets/connectors shall have appropriate electrical ratings referencing the rating label on the system when used for connection.
| PSU | Class | Heat dissipation (maximum) | Frequency | Voltage | Current |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2400 W Mixed Mode AC/HVDC | Platinum | 9000 BTU/hr | 50/60 Hz | 100-240 VAC autoranging | 16 - 13.5 A |
| 2400 W Mixed Mode AC/HVDC | N/A | 9000 BTU/hr | DC | 240 V DC | 11.2 A |
? NOTE: If the system with AC 2400 W PSU operates at low line 100-120 V AC, then the power rating per PSU is derated to 1400 W.
? NOTE: When selecting or upgrading the system configuration, to ensure optimum power utilization, verify the system power consumption with the Dell Energy Smart Solution Advisor available at Dell.com/ESSA.
Cooling fan specifications
The PowerEdge XE8545 system supports up to six very high performance gold grade (HPR (Gold)) cooling fans connected to the system board directly. The system also supports 12 very high performance fans in the front, for GPU cooling.
| Fan type | Abbreviation | Also known as | Label color | Label image |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-performance fan (Gold grade) fan | HPR (Gold) | VHP - Very High Performance | Gold | Figure 2. Very high performance fan Image Description: A black cooling fan with an "AIRFLOW" arrow and the label "HIGH PERFORMANCE". Figure 3. High performance (Gold grade) fan Image Description: A black cooling fan with an "AIRFLOW" arrow and the label "HIGH PERFORMANCE Gold Grade". |
? NOTE: New cooling fans come with the High Performance Gold Grade label. While the older cooling fans have the High Performance label.
? NOTE: For more information about the supported fan configuration or matrix, see Thermal restriction matrix.
Supported operating systems
The PowerEdge XE8545 supports the following operating systems:
- Canonical Ubuntu Server LTS
- Microsoft Windows Server with Hyper-V
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMware ESXi
- CentOS
System battery specifications
The PowerEdge XE8545 system supports CR 2032 3.0-V lithium coin cell system battery.
Expansion card riser specifications
The system supports up to four PCI express (PCIe) Gen 4 expansion cards.
| PCIe slot | Risers | Riser width | PCIe slot height | PCIe slot length | PCIe slot width |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slot 2 | R1A | x16 PCIe | Full height | Half length | x16 |
| Slot 6 | R2C | x16 PCIe | Low profile | Half length | x16 |
| Slot 7 | R4B | x8 PCIe | Full height | Half length | x8 |
| Slot 8 | R4B | x8 PCIe | Full height | Half length | x8 |
| PCIe slot | Risers | Riser width | PCIe slot height | PCIe slot length | PCIe slot width |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slot 2 | R1A | x16 PCIe | Full height | Half length | x16 |
| Slot 6 | R2C | x16 PCIe | Low profile | Half length | x16 |
| Slot 7 | R4A | x16 PCIe | Full height | Half length | x16 |
Memory specifications
The system supports the following memory specifications for optimized operation.
| DIMM type | DIMM rank | DIMM capacity | DIMM Rated Voltage and supported speed | Speed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Processor | Dual Processor | ||||
| RDIMM | Dual rank | 32 GB, 64 GB | DDR4 (1.2 V), 3200 | 3200 | 2933 |
| Memory module sockets | Speed |
|---|---|
| 32, 288-pin | 3200 MT/s, 2933 MT/s, 2666 MT/s |
Storage controller specifications
The system supports the following controller cards:
| Internal controllers | |
|---|---|
| PERC H745 |
Drive specifications
Drives
The PowerEdge XE8545 system supports:
- 10 x 2.5-inch hot-swappable SAS, SATA drives.
- 8 x 2.5-inch hot-swappable NVMe drives.
? NOTE: For more information about how to hot swap NVMe PCIe SSD U.2 device, see the Dell Express Flash NVMe PCIe SSD User's Guide at www.dell.com/support Browse all Products > Data Center Infrastructure > Storage Adapters & Controllers > Dell PowerEdge Express Flash NVMe PCIe SSD > Documentation > Manuals and Documents.
Ports and connectors specifications
USB ports specifications
| Front | Rear | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| USB port type | No. of ports | USB port type | No. of ports |
| USB 2.0-compliant port | One | USB 3.0-compliant port | One |
| Micro-USB 2.0 compliant port | One | USB 2.0-compliant port | One |
? NOTE: The micro USB 2.0 compliant port can only be used as an iDRAC Direct or a management port.
? NOTE: The USB 2.0 specifications provide a 5 V supply on a single wire to power connected USB devices. A unit load is defined as 100 mA in USB 2.0, and 150 mA in USB 3.0. A device may draw a maximum of 5 unit loads (500 mA) from a port in USB 2.0; 6 (900 mA) in USB 3.0.
? NOTE: The USB 2.0 interface can provide power to low-power peripherals but must adhere to USB specification. An external power source is required for higher-power peripherals to function, such as external CD/DVD Drives.
NIC port specifications
The system supports up to two 10/100/1000 Mbps Network Interface Controller (NIC) ports embedded on the LAN on Motherboard (LOM) and integrated on the optional OCP cards.
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| LOM card | 1 Gb x 2 |
| OCP card (OCP 3.0) | 1 |
VGA ports specifications
The system supports One DB-15 VGA port one each on the front and back panels.
Serial connector specifications
The PowerEdge XE8545 system supports one optional card type serial connector, which is a 9-pin connector, Data Terminal Equipment (DTE), 16550-compliant.
The optional serial connector card is installed similar to an expansion card filler bracket.
Video specifications
The system supports integrated Matrox G200 graphics controller with 16 MB of video frame buffer.
| Resolution | Refresh rate (Hz) | Color depth (bits) |
|---|---|---|
| 1024 x 768 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1280 x 800 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1280 x 1024 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1360 x 768 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1440 x 900 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1600 x 900 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1600 x 1200 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1680 x 1050 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1920 x 1080 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1920 x 1200 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| Resolution | Refresh rate (Hz) | Color depth (bits) |
|---|---|---|
| 1024 x 768 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1280 x 800 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1280 x 1024 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1360 x 768 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1440 x 900 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1600 x 900 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1600 x 1200 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1680 x 1050 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1920 x 1080 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
| 1920 x 1200 | 60 | 8, 16, 32 |
Environmental specifications
? NOTE: For additional information about environmental certifications, refer to the Product Environmental Datasheet located with the Manuals & Documents on www.dell.com/support/home.
| Temperature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Allowable continuous operations | 10–35°C (50–95°F) with no direct sunlight on the equipment |
| Temperature ranges for altitudes <= 900 m (<= 2953 ft) | |
| Humidity percent ranges (non-condensing at all times) | 8% RH with -12°C minimum dew point to 80% RH with 21°C (69.8°F) maximum dew point |
| Temperature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Operational altitude de-rating | Maximum temperature is reduced by 1°C/300 m (33.8°F/984 Ft) above 900 m (2953 Ft) |
? NOTE: Certain system hardware configurations may require operating temperatures to be less than 28°C. For more information, see the Thermal air restrictions section.
| Temperature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Allowable continuous operations | Maximum temperature gradient (applies to both operation and non-operation): 20°C in an hour* (36°F in an hour) and 5°C in 15 minutes (41°F in 15 minutes), 5°C in an hour* (41°F in an hour) for tape |
| NOTE: * Per ASHRAE thermal guidelines for tape hardware, these are not instantaneous rates of temperature change. | |
| Non-operational temperature limits | -40 to 65°C (-104 to 149°F) |
| Non-operational humidity limits | 5% to 95% RH with 27°C (80.6°F) maximum dew point |
| Maximum non-operational altitude | 12,000 meters (39,370 feet) |
| Maximum operational altitude | 3,048 meters (10,000 feet) |
| Maximum vibration | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Operating | 0.21 Grms at 5 Hz to 500 Hz (all operation orientations) |
| Storage | 1.88 Grms at 10 Hz to 500 Hz for 15 minutes (all six sides tested) |
| Maximum shock pulse | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Operating | Six consecutively executed shock pulses in the positive and negative x, y, and z axis of 6 G for up to 11 ms. |
| Storage | Six consecutively executed shock pulses in the positive and negative x, y, and z axis (one pulse on each side of the system) of 71 G for up to 2 ms. |
Thermal restriction matrix
| TDP (W) | Heat sink type | Fan Type | 2 x 2.5" SAS + 8 x 2.5" NVMe | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASHRAE A2 (Max 35° C) | Ambient Limit (Max 30° C) | Ambient Limit (Max 25° C) | Ambient Limit (Max 20° C) | |||
| AMD Milan 64C 280W 2.5-2.6 GHz 256 MB | 2U CPU Heat sink | Very High Performance Fan | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| AMD Milan 24C 240W 3.15 GHz 256 MB | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | ||
| AMD Milan 64C 225W 2.05-2.15 GHz 256 MB | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | ||
| AMD Milan 32C 225W 2.7-2.8 GHz 256 MB | ||||||
| AMD Milan 64C 225W 2.0 GHz 256 MB | ||||||
| AMD Milan 48C 225W 2.2-2.3 GHz 256 MB | ||||||
| AMD Milan 24C 180W 2.55-2.65 GHz 128 MB |
| TDP (W) | Heat sink type | Fan Type | ASHRAE A2 (Max 35° C) | Ambient Limit (Max 30° C) | Ambient Limit (Max 25° C) | Ambient Limit (Max 20° C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nvidia 500 W A100 80 GB GPU | 2.5U GPU Heat sink | Very High Performance Fan | Not supported | Not supported (Max ambient support limit = 28° C) | Supported | Supported |
| Nvidia 400 W A100 40 GB GPU | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
? NOTE: When the 80 GB GPUs are installed, the iDRAC sets the thermal warning threshold to 28° C instead of the normal 38° C.
? NOTE: If System Board Inlet Temp reaches 28° C - 32° C, a warning message is logged. It is possible the GPUs may lower power consumption to avoid thermal damage. This results in lower GPU performance.
| Heat sink | Processor TDP |
|---|---|
| 2U HPR (Silver) HSK | Supports all TDP |
Particulate and gaseous contamination specifications
The following table defines the limitations that help avoid any damages to the IT equipment and/or, or both failure from particulate and gaseous contamination. If the levels of particulate or gaseous pollution exceed the specified limitations and results in equipment damage or failure, you must rectify the environmental conditions. Remediation of environmental conditions is the responsibility of the customer.
| Particulate contamination | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Air filtration | Data center air filtration as defined by ISO Class 8 per ISO 14644-1 with a 95% upper confidence limit. |
| ? NOTE: This condition applies to data center environments only. Air filtration requirements do not apply to IT equipment designed to be used outside a data center, in environments such as an office or factory floor. | |
| ? NOTE: Air entering the data center must have MERV11 or MERV13 filtration. | |
| Conductive dust | Air must be free of conductive dust, zinc whiskers, or other conductive particles. |
| ? NOTE: This condition applies to data center and non-data center environments. | |
| ? NOTE: Common sources of conductive dust include manufacturing processes, and zinc whiskers from the plating on the bottom of raised floor tiles | |
| Corrosive dust | Air must be free of corrosive dust. Residual dust present in the air must have a deliquescent point less than 60% relative humidity. |
| ? NOTE: This condition applies to data center and non-data center environments. |
| Gaseous contamination | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Copper Coupon Corrosion rate | <300 Å/month per Class G1 as defined by ANSI/ ISA71.04-2013 |
| Silver Coupon Corrosion rate | <200 Å/month as defined by ANSI/ISA71.04-2013 |
? NOTE: Maximum corrosive contaminant levels measured at ≤50% relative humidity.
Thermal air restrictions
ASHRAE A2 environment
- CPU TDP > 280 W are not supported.
- PCIe card TDP > 25 W is not supported.
- Nvidia A100 80 GB GPU (Max TDP with 500 W) is not supported within ASHRAE A2. Maximum Ambient temperature supported is 28°C.
Chapter 2: Getting Help
Recycling or End-of-Life service information
Take back and recycling services are offered for this product in certain countries. If you want to dispose of system components, visit www.dell.com/recyclingworldwide and select the relevant country.
Contacting Dell
Dell provides online and telephone based support and service options. If you do not have an active internet connection, you can find Dell contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill or Dell product catalog. The availability of services varies depending on the country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical assistance, or customer service issues:
- Go to www.dell.com/support/home.
- Select your country from the drop-down menu on the lower right corner of the page.
- For customized support:
- Enter the system Service Tag in the Enter a Service Tag, Serial Number, Service Request, Model, or Keyword field.
- Click Submit. The support page that lists the various support categories is displayed.
- For general support:
- Select your product category.
- Select your product segment.
- Select your product. The support page that lists the various support categories is displayed.
- For contact details of Dell Global Technical Support:
- Click Global Technical Support.
- The Contact Technical Support page is displayed with details to call, chat, or e-mail the Dell Global Technical Support team.
Accessing system information by using QRL
You can use the Quick Resource Locator (QRL) located on the information tag in the of the XE8545 system, to access information about Dell EMC PowerEdge XE8545.
Prerequisites
Ensure that your smartphone or tablet has the QR code scanner installed.
The QRL includes the following information about your system:
- How-to videos
- Reference materials, including the Installation and Service Manual, and mechanical overview
- The system service tag to quickly access the specific hardware configuration and warranty information
- A direct link to Dell to contact technical assistance and sales teams
Steps
- Go to www.dell.com/qrl, and navigate to your specific product or
- Use your smart phone or tablet to scan the model-specific Quick Resource (QR) code on your system or in the Quick Resource Locator section.
Figure 4. Quick Resource Locator for PowerEdge XE8545 system
Image Description: An illustration showing a hand holding a smartphone scanning a QR code. Next to it is a large QR code with the URL www.dell.com/QRL/Server/PEXE8545.
Receiving automated support with SupportAssist
Dell EMC SupportAssist is an optional Dell EMC Services offering that automates technical support for your Dell EMC server, storage, and networking devices. By installing and setting up a SupportAssist application in your IT environment, you can receive the following benefits:
- Automated issue detection -- SupportAssist monitors your Dell EMC devices and automatically detects hardware issues, both proactively and predictively.
- Automated case creation -- When an issue is detected, SupportAssist automatically opens a support case with Dell EMC Technical Support.
- Automated diagnostic collection -- SupportAssist automatically collects system state information from your devices and uploads it securely to Dell EMC. This information is used by Dell EMC Technical Support to troubleshoot the issue.
- Proactive contact -- A Dell EMC Technical Support agent contacts you about the support case and helps you resolve the issue.
The available benefits vary depending on the Dell EMC Service entitlement purchased for your device. For more information about SupportAssist, go to www.dell.com/supportassist.
