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Dell PowerEdge 850 User Manual

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Dell™ PowerEdge™ 850 Systems User's Guide
System Overview
Using the System Setup Program
Technical Specifications
Glossary
Model SVP
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE:
A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE:
A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Abbreviations and Acronyms
For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Glossary.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2005 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, PowerEdge, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel, Pentium, a n d Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation; Microsoft, Windows, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Novell and NetWare are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc.; Red Hat is a
registered trademark of Red Hat, Inc.; UNIX is a registered trademark of The Open Group in the United States and other countries.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any
proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
Initial release: 28 Mar 2005
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  • Page 1 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, PowerEdge, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel, Pentium, a n d Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation;...

  • Page 2: Technical Specifications

    Back to Contents Page   Technical Specifications Dell™ PowerEdge™ 850 Systems User's Guide   Processor   Processor type ® One Intel Pentium 4 processor, minimum clock speed of 2.8 GHz ® ® One Intel Celeron processor, minimum clock speed of 2.53 GHz Front-side bus speed  ...
  • Page 3 54.6 cm (21.5 in) Weight (maximum configuration) 11.8 kg (26 lb)   Environmental    NOTE: For additional information about environmental measurements for specific system configurations, see www.dell.com/environmental_datasheets. Temperature Operating 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F) Relative humidity Operating 8% to 85% (noncondensing) with a maximum...
  • Page 4 Back to Contents Page  ...

  • Page 5: System Overview

    Back to Contents Page   System Overview Dell™ PowerEdge™ 850 Systems User's Guide   Front-Panel Features   Back-Panel Features   System Features   Supported Operating Systems   Power Protection Devices   Other Information You May Need   Obtaining Technical Assistance This section describes the major hardware and software features of your system, including front- and back-panel indicators, and provides information about connecting external devices to the system and using power protection devices.

  • Page 6: Back Panel Features

    NOTE: This indicator does not flash when SCSI hard drives are in use. NMI button The NMI button is used to troubleshoot software and device driver errors when using certain operating systems. This button can be pressed using the end of a paper clip. Use this button only if directed to do so by qualified support personnel or by the operating system's documentation.

  • Page 7: System Features

     System Features  1U/1P rack-mountable chassis with support for static rails and sliding rails. NOTE: Use the System Setup program to view processor information. See "Using the System Setup Program."  One of the following processors:  Intel® Celeron® processor with an internal operating speed of at least 2.53 GHz, internal cache of 256 KB, and a front-side bus speed of at least ¡...

  • Page 8: Supported Operating Systems

    If you do not understand a procedure in this guide or if the system does not perform as expected, see your Installation and Troubleshooting Guide. Dell Enterprise Training and Certification is available; see www.dell.com/training for more information. This service may not be offered in all locations.
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  • Page 10: Using The System Setup Program

    Back to Contents Page   Using the System Setup Program Dell™ PowerEdge™ 850 Systems User's Guide   Entering the System Setup Program   System Setup Options   System and Setup Password Features   Disabling a Forgotten Password   Baseboard Management Controller Configuration After you set up your system, run the System Setup program to familiarize yourself with your system configuration and optional settings. Record the information for future reference.
  • Page 11  Figure 2-1. Main System Setup Program Screen Table 2-2 lists the options and descriptions for the information fields that appear on the main System Setup program screen. NOTE: The System Setup program defaults are listed under their respective options, where applicable.  Table 2-2. System Setup Program Options ...
  • Page 12 Report Keyboard Enables or disables reporting of keyboard errors during the POST. Enable this option for host systems that have keyboards attached. Errors Select Do Not Report to suppress all error messages relating to the keyboard or keyboard controller during POST. This setting does not (Report default) affect the operation of the keyboard itself if a keyboard is attached to the system.
  • Page 13     Option Description Console Redirection Sets the console redirection feature to On or Off. (On default) Failsafe Baud Rate Displays if the failsafe baud rate is used for console redirection. (11520 default) Remote Terminal Type Select either VT 100/VT 220 or ANSI. (VT 100/VT 220 default) Redirection After Boot Enables or disables console redirection after your system restarts.

  • Page 14: System And Setup Password Features

     System and Setup Password Features NOTICE: The password features provide a basic level of security for the data on your system. If your data requires more security, use additional forms of protection, such as data encryption programs. NOTICE: Anyone can access the data stored on your system if you leave the system running and unattended without having a system password assigned or if you leave your system unlocked so that someone can disable the password by changing a jumper setting.
  • Page 15 To disable the password security:   1. Turn on or reboot your system by pressing .   2. Press . When the Password Status option is set to Locked whenever you turn on your system or reboot your system by pressing , type your password and press ...

  • Page 16: Disabling A Forgotten Password

    Deleting or Changing an Existing Setup Password   1. Enter the System Setup program and select the System Security option.   2. Highlight the Setup Password option, press to access the setup password window, and press twice to clear the existing setup password.
  • Page 17 Back to Contents Page   Glossary Dell™ PowerEdge™ 850 Systems User's Guide This section defines or identifies technical terms, abbreviations, and acronyms used in your system documents.  A — Ampere(s).  AC — Alternating current.  ACPI — Advanced Configuration and Power Interface. A standard interface for enabling the operating system to direct configuration and power management.
  • Page 18  DNS — Domain Name System. A method of translating Internet domain names, such as www.dell.com, into IP addresses, such as 143.166.83.200.  DRAM — Dynamic random-access memory. A system's RAM is usually made up entirely of DRAM chips.  DVD — Digital versatile disc.
  • Page 19  LAN — Local area network. A LAN is usually confined to the same building or a few nearby buildings, with all equipment linked by wiring dedicated specifically to the LAN.  lb — Pound(s).  LCD — Liquid crystal display.  LED — Light-emitting diode. An electronic device that lights up when a current is passed through it.  Linux —...
  • Page 20  serial port — An I/O port used most often to connect a modem to your system. You can usually identify a serial port on your system by its 9-pin connector.  service tag — A bar code label on the system used to identify it when you call Dell for technical support.
  • Page 21  ZIF — Zero insertion force. Back to Contents Page  ...

  • Page 22: Notes, Notices, And Cautions

    Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, PowerEdge, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel, Pentium, a n d Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation;...

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