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- Page 1 Dell EMC PowerEdge R6515 Installation and Service Manual Regulatory Model: E45S Series Regulatory Type: E45S003 April 2021 Rev. A09...
- Page 2 A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. © 2019- 2021 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1: About this document....................7 Chapter 2: PowerEdge R6515 system overview................8 Front view of the system..............................8 Left control panel view..............................11 Right control panel view............................. 12 Rear view of the system..............................12 Inside the system ................................14 Locating the Express Service Code and Service Tag....................14 System information label..............................15 Rail sizing and rack compatibility matrix........................19 Chapter 3: Initial system setup and configuration................20... - Page 4 Installing the intrusion switch...........................36 Drives....................................37 Removing a drive blank.............................. 37 Installing a drive blank..............................38 Removing the drive carrier............................38 Installing the drive carrier............................39 Removing the drive from the drive carrier......................40 Installing the drive into the drive carrier.........................41 Drive backplane..................................42 Drive backplane................................42 Removing the backplane ............................
- Page 5 NIC indicator codes................................110 Power supply unit indicator codes..........................111 Drive indicator codes............................... 112 Using system diagnostics............................... 112 Dell Embedded System Diagnostics........................113 Chapter 7: Getting help......................114 Recycling or End-of-Life service information......................114 Contacting Dell..................................114 Accessing system information by using QRL......................114 Quick Resource Locator for PowerEdge R6515 system...................
- Page 6 Receiving automated support with SupportAssist ....................115 Chapter 8: Documentation resources..................116 Contents...
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Page 7: Chapter 1: About This Document
About this document This document provides an overview about the system, information about installing and replacing components, technical specifications, diagnostic tools, and guidelines to be followed while installing certain components. About this document... -
Page 8: Chapter 2: Poweredge R6515 System Overview
10x 2.5-inch NVMe drives only. 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 https://www.dell.com/support> Browse all Products > Data Center Infrastructure > Storage Adapters &... - Page 9 For more information, see the iDRAC User's Guide available at https://www.dell.com/ idracmanuals Optical drive (optional) One optional slim SATA DVD-ROM drive or DVD+/-RW drive.
- Page 10 For more information, see the iDRAC User's Guide available at https://www.dell.com/ idracmanuals VGA port Enables you to connect a display device to the system.
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Page 11: Left Control Panel View
Drive (10) Enables you to install drives that are supported on your system. For more information, see the Dell EMC PowerEdge R6515 Technical Specifications on the product documentation page. Left control panel view Figure 4. Left control panel without optional iDRAC Quick Sync 2.0 indicator Figure 5. -
Page 12: Right Control Panel View
3 feet (0.91 meters). Performance could be affected by cable quality. NOTE: For more information on the ports, see the Dell EMC PowerEdge R6515 Technical Specifications. Rear view of the system Figure 7. Rear view of the system... - Page 13 ● If the system stops responding during POST, press and hold the system ID button (for more than five seconds) to enter the BIOS progress mode. For information on the PSU configurations, see the Dell EMC PowerEdge R6515 Technical Specifications on the product documentation page. PowerEdge R6515 system overview...
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Page 14: Inside The System
Inside the system Figure 8. Inside the system 1. Riser 1A 2. Mini PERC card 3. System board 4. Heat sink 5. Memory module slots 6. Fan 7. Information tag 8. Backplane cover 9. Backplane 10. Cable retention latch 11. Intrusion switch 12. -
Page 15: System Information Label
The Mini Enterprise Service Tag (MEST) label is located on the rear of the system that includes Service Tag (ST), Express Service Code (Exp Svc Code), and Manufacture Date (Mfg. Date). The Exp Svc Code is used by Dell EMC to route support calls to the appropriate personnel. - Page 16 Figure 10. Service information PowerEdge R6515 system overview...
- Page 17 Figure 11. Memory information PowerEdge R6515 system overview...
- Page 18 Figure 12. System tasks Figure 13. Icon Legend PowerEdge R6515 system overview...
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Page 19: Rail Sizing And Rack Compatibility Matrix
Figure 14. R6515 QRL Rail sizing and rack compatibility matrix For specific information about the rail solutions compatible with your system, see the Dell EMC Enterprise Systems Rail Sizing and Rack Compatibility Matrix available at https://i.dell.com/sites/csdocuments/Business_solutions_engineering- Docs_Documents/en/rail-rack-matrix.pdf. The document provides the information that is listed below: ●... -
Page 20: Chapter 3: Initial System Setup And Configuration
For more information about setting up the system, see the Getting Started Guide that is shipped with your system. For information on how to manage basic settings and features of the system, see the Dell EMC PowerEdge R6515 BIOS and UEFI Reference Guide on the product documentation page. -
Page 21: Options To Log In To Idrac
Ensure that you change the default username and password after setting up the iDRAC IP address. For more information about logging in to the iDRAC and iDRAC licenses, see the latest Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at www.dell.com/idracmanuals. -
Page 22: Resources To Install Operating System
Lifecycle Controller User’s Guide, go to https://www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals > Product Support page of your system > Manuals & documents. Dell recommends using Lifecycle Controller to install the OS, since all required drivers are installed to the system. NOTE: To determine the most recent iDRAC release for your platform and for latest documentation version, see KB article at https://www.dell.com/support/article/sln308699. -
Page 23: Downloading Drivers And Firmware
Ensure that you clear the web browser cache before downloading the drivers and firmware. Steps 1. Go to www.dell.com/support/drivers. 2. Enter the Service Tag of the system in the Enter a Dell Service Tag, Dell EMC Product ID or Model field, and then press Enter. NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, select Detect PC to automatically detect the Service Tag, or click Browse all products, and navigate to your product. -
Page 24: Chapter 4: Installing And Removing System Components
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Page 25: Before Working Inside Your System
2. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the peripherals. 3. If applicable, remove the system from the rack. For more information, see the Rail Installation Guide relevant to your rail solutions at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals. 4. Remove the system cover. -
Page 26: Optional Front Bezel
Optional front bezel NOTE: LCD panel is optional on the front bezel. If the front bezel has an LCD panel, see LCD panel section. Removing the front bezel The procedure to remove the front bezel with and without the LCD panel is the same. Prerequisites 1. -
Page 27: System Cover
Steps 1. Align and insert the tabs on the bezel into the slots on the system. 2. Press the bezel until the release button clicks in place. 3. Lock the bezel. Figure 16. Installing the front bezel with the LCD panel System cover Removing the system cover Prerequisites... -
Page 28: Installing The System Cover
Figure 17. Removing the system cover Next steps Replace the system cover. Installing the system cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. 3. Ensure that all internal cables are connected and routed properly, and no tools or extra parts are left inside the system. Steps 1. -
Page 29: Drive Backplane Cover
Figure 18. Installing the system cover Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Drive backplane cover Removing the drive backplane cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. -
Page 30: Installing The Drive Backplane Cover
Figure 19. Removing the drive backplane cover Next steps Replace the backplane cover. Installing the drive backplane cover Prerequisites Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. Steps 1. Align the backplane cover with the guide slots on the system. 2. - Page 31 Figure 20. Installing the drive backplane cover Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Installing and removing system components...
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Page 32: Air Shroud
Air shroud Removing the air shroud Prerequisites CAUTION: Never operate your system with the air shroud removed. The system may get overheated quickly, resulting in shutdown of the system and loss of data. 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. -
Page 33: Cooling Fan
Figure 22. Installing the air shroud Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Cooling fan Removing a cooling fan Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. -
Page 34: Installing A Cooling Fan
Figure 23. Removing a cooling fan Next steps Replace a fan. Installing a cooling fan Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Lower the cooling fan into the cage until it is seated firmly. 2. -
Page 35: Intrusion Switch Module
Figure 24. Installing a cooling fan Next steps Install the air shroud. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Intrusion switch module Removing the intrusion switch Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. -
Page 36: Installing The Intrusion Switch
Figure 25. Removing the intrusion switch Next steps Replace the intrusion switch. Installing the intrusion switch Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Steps 1. -
Page 37: Drives
Figure 26. Installing the intrusion switch Next steps Install the air shroud. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Drives Removing a drive blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. -
Page 38: Installing A Drive Blank
Next steps Installing a drive replace the drive blank. Installing a drive blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. Steps Insert the drive blank into the drive slot until the release button clicks into place. Figure 28. -
Page 39: Installing The Drive Carrier
Figure 29. Removing a drive carrier Next steps Install a drive carrier drive blank. Installing the drive carrier Prerequisites CAUTION: Before removing or installing a drive while the system is running, see the documentation for the storage controller card to ensure that the host adapter is configured correctly to support drive removal and insertion. -
Page 40: Removing The Drive From The Drive Carrier
Figure 30. Installing a drive carrier Next steps If removed, install the front bezel. Removing the drive from the drive carrier Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. Steps 1. -
Page 41: Installing The Drive Into The Drive Carrier
Figure 31. Removing the drive from the drive carrier Next steps Install the drive into the drive carrier. Installing the drive into the drive carrier Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. If installed, remove the front bezel. -
Page 42: Drive Backplane
Figure 32. Installing a drive into the drive carrier Next steps Install the drive carrier. 2. If removed, install the front bezel. Drive backplane Drive backplane Depending on your system configuration, the drive backplanes supported are listed here: Table 11. Supported backplane options System Supported hard drives options 3.5 inch (x4) SAS, SATA backplane... -
Page 43: Removing The Backplane
Figure 34. 8 x 2.5-drive backplane 1. release tab 2. SATA_A cable connector 3. backplane signal cable 4. backplane 5. SATA_B cable connector 6. backplane power cable Figure 35. 10 x 2.5-SAS, SATA or NVMe drive backplane 1. B0 NVMe cable connector 2. -
Page 44: Installing The Drive Backplane
Figure 36. Removing the backplane Next steps Replace the drive backplane. Installing the drive backplane Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the air shroud. - Page 45 Figure 37. Installing the drive backplane Next steps 1. Reconnect the VGA cable to the system board. 2. If disconnected, reconnect the optical drive power and signal cables to the drive. 3. Reconnect all the disconnected cables to the backplane. 4.
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Page 46: Cable Routing
Cable routing Figure 38. Cable routing - 4 x 3.5-inch drive backplane to the mini-PERC card Figure 39. Cable routing - 4 x 3.5-inch drive backplane to the onboard controller Installing and removing system components... -
Page 47: System Memory
Figure 40. Cable routing - 8 x 2.5-inch drive backplane to the mini-PERC card Figure 41. Cable routing - 10 x 2.5-inch drive backplane to the onboard controller (NVMe) System memory System memory guidelines The PowerEdge R6515 system supports DDR4 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs) and load reduced DIMMs (LRDIMMs). System memory holds the instructions that are executed by the processor. - Page 48 Your system memory is organized into eight channels per processor (two memory sockets per channel) for a total of 16 memory sockets per processor. In each channel, the 1st socket is marked white and the 2nd socket black. Figure 42. Memory socket location Memory channels are organized as follows: Table 12.
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Page 49: General Memory Module Installation Guidelines
General memory module installation guidelines To ensure optimal performance of your system, observe the following general guidelines when configuring your system memory. If your system's memory configurations fail to observe these guidelines, your system might not boot, stop responding during memory configuration, or operate with reduced memory. - Page 50 NPS system optimization Optimal system configuration is dependent on the processor model, memory configuration, and NPS settings. Match the memory configuration with the NPS settings available for the processor. Table 15. Supported NPS modes by Processors Model Number NPS modes supported 7742 4, 2, 1, 0 7702...
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Page 51: Removing A Memory Module
Table 16. Optimal NPS configuration Number of DIMMs per processor ● Recommended NPS setting is marked by X that indicate optimal performance. ● NPS0 is only available for dual processor systems and is the preferred setting. ● The NPS setting that are blank are functional. However, indicate non-optimal performance. ●... -
Page 52: Installing A Memory Module
WARNING: The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered off. Allow the memory modules to cool before handling them. Steps 1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket. 2. To release the memory module from the socket, simultaneously press the ejectors on both ends of the memory module socket to fully open. -
Page 53: Processor And Heat Sink
NOTE: The memory module socket has an alignment key that enables you to install the memory module in the socket in only one orientation. CAUTION: Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module; apply pressure at both ends of the memory module evenly. -
Page 54: Removing The Amd Processor
NOTE: The captive screw numbers are marked on the heat sink. a. Partially loosen the captive screws 1 and 2 (approximately 3 turns). b. Partially loosen the captive screws 3 and 4 (approximately 3 turns). c. Loosen the captive screws 1 and 2 completely. d. - Page 55 Figure 46. Removing screws on the force plate 2. Release the processor socket rail frame by lifting up the blue latches. Figure 47. Lifting the rail frame 3. Holding the blue tab on the processor tray, slide the tray out of the rail frame. Installing and removing system components...
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Page 56: Installing The Amd Processor
Figure 48. Removing the processor tray Next steps Replace the AMD processor. Installing the AMD processor Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1. Holding the blue tab on the processor tray, slide the tray into the processor socket rail frame until firmly seated. Installing and removing system components... - Page 57 Figure 49. Placing the processor tray into the rail frame 2. Push the rail frame down until the blue latches lock into place. Figure 50. Closing the rail frame 3. Secure the force plate to the processor socket base by tightening the screws in the sequence 1, 2, and 3. When all three screws are fully threaded, the socket is then actuated.
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Page 58: Installing The Heat Sink
Figure 51. Securing the force plate Next steps Install the heat sink. Install the air shroud. 3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Installing the heat sink Prerequisites Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to replace the processor or system board. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions. - Page 59 Figure 52. Installing the heat sink CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and contaminating the processor socket. NOTE: The thermal grease syringe is intended for single use only. Dispose of the syringe after you use it. 3.
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Page 60: Expansion Cards And Expansion Card Risers
A system event entry is logged in the iDRAC Lifecycle Controller if an expansion card riser is not supported or missing. It does not prevent your system from turning on. However, if a F1/F2 pause occurs with an error message, see Troubleshooting expansion cards section in the Dell EMC PowerEdge Servers Troubleshooting Guide at www.dell.com/ poweredgemanuals. - Page 61 Table 19. Riser configuration (include slots 1 and 3) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Broadcom (25 G DP) Intel 10 G (BaseT DP) Intel 10 G (SFP+ DP) Intel 1 G (QP) Intel 25 G (SFP DP) Emulex (FC32 2P/1P) Emulex (FC16 1P)/(FC16 2P) Mellanox 100 G (CX5/CX6 H100)
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Page 62: Removing The Expansion Card Risers
Table 20. Riser configuration (include slots 1, 2, and 3) Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards Mellanox 100 G (CX5/CX6 H100) 3, 2 Mellanox 25 G (CX4LX DP/CX5 DP) 3, 2 Qlogic (HBA FC32 SP/DP) 3, 2 Qlogic (HBA FC16 SP/DP) 3, 2 Qlogic 10 G (SFP DP) 3, 2... -
Page 63: Installing The Expansion Card Risers
NOTE: The numbers on the image do not depict the exact steps. The numbers are for representation of sequence. Figure 55. Removing the low profile right riser Next steps Replace the expansion card riser. Installing the expansion card risers Prerequisites 1. - Page 64 Figure 56. Installing the low profile left riser NOTE: For low profile riser right, tighten the captive screw to secure the riser to the system board. Figure 57. Installing the low profile right riser Next steps 1. If required, re-connect the cables to the expansion card. Install the air shroud.
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Page 65: Removing Expansion Card From The Expansion Card Riser
Removing expansion card from the expansion card riser Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the air shroud. 4. If applicable, disconnect the cables from the expansion card. NOTE: The procedure to remove the T4 GPU card and the expansion card is the same. - Page 66 Figure 59. Removing an expansion card from the low profile right riser 3. If the expansion card is not going to be replaced, install a filler bracket and close the card retention latch. NOTE: You must install a filler bracket over an empty expansion card slot to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system.
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Page 67: Installing An Expansion Card Into The Expansion Card Riser
Figure 61. Installing filler bracket in the low profile right riser Next steps If applicable, install an expansion card into the expansion card riser. Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. - Page 68 Figure 62. Removing a filler bracket from a low profile left riser Figure 63. Removing a filler bracket from a low profile right riser 3. Hold the card by the edges, and align the card edge connector with the expansion card connector on the riser. 4.
- Page 69 While replacing faulty storage controller/FC/NIC card with the same type of card, after you power on the system; the new card automatically updates to the same firmware and configuration of the faulty one. For more information about the Part replacement configuration, see the Lifecycle Controller User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals Installing and removing system components...
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Page 70: Micro Sd Card
Micro SD card Removing the MicroSD card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the air shroud. Remove the IDSDM module. Steps 1. Locate the MicroSD card slot on the IDSDM module, and press the card to partially release it from the slot. For more information on the slot location, see System board jumpers and connectors section. -
Page 71: M.2 Ssd Module
Steps 1. Locate the MicroSD card slot on the IDSDM module. Orient the MicroSD card appropriately and insert the contact-pin end of the card into the slot. To locate IDSDM, see the System board jumpers and connectors section. NOTE: The slot is keyed to ensure correct insertion of the card. 2. -
Page 72: Installing The M.2 Ssd Module
Figure 68. Removing the M.2 SSD module Next steps Replace the M.2 SSD module. Installing the M.2 SSD module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. -
Page 73: Optional Idsdm Module
Figure 69. Installing the M.2 SSD module Next steps 1. Install the BOSS card. NOTE: The procedure to install the BOSS card is similar to removing an expansion card. Install the air shroud. 3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system. -
Page 74: Installing The Idsdm Module
Figure 70. Removing the IDSDM module Next steps Replace the IDSDM module. Installing the IDSDM module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the air shroud. -
Page 75: Lom Riser Card
Figure 71. Installing the IDSDM module Next steps Install the MicroSD cards. NOTE: Reinstall the MicroSD cards into the same slots based on the labels you had marked on the cards during removal. Install the air shroud. 3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system. - Page 76 Figure 72. Removing the LOM riser card 5. Lift the LOM riser card out of the system. 6. Remove the LOM bracket. a. Using the Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the screw that secures the bracket to the chassis. b. Slide the bracket out of the slot on the chassis. Figure 73.
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Page 77: Installing The Lom Riser Card
Figure 74. Installing the LOM filler bracket Next steps Replace the LOM riser card. Installing the LOM riser card Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. - Page 78 Figure 75. Removing the LOM filler bracket 2. Install the LOM bracket. a. Insert and slide the LOM bracket into the slot on the system. b. Using the Phillips #2 screwdriver, secure the bracket to the system with a screw Figure 76.
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Page 79: Mini Perc Card
While replacing faulty storage controller/FC/NIC card with the same type of card, after you power on the system; the new card automatically updates to the same firmware and configuration of the faulty one. For more information about the Part replacement configuration, see the Lifecycle Controller User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals Mini PERC card Removing the mini PERC card Prerequisites 1. -
Page 80: Installing The Mini Perc Card
Figure 78. Removing the mini PERC card cable 3. Slide out the mini PERC card to disengage from the card holder on the system board. 4. Lift the mini PERC card out of the system. Figure 79. Removing the mini PERC card Next steps Replace the mini PERC card. - Page 81 Steps 1. Angle the mini PERC card to engage with the mini PERC card holder on the system board. 2. Lower the mini PERC card into place until the mini PERC card is firmly seated on the card holder. Figure 80. Installing the mini PERC card 3.
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Page 82: System Battery
While replacing faulty storage controller/FC/NIC card with the same type of card, after you power on the system; the new card automatically updates to the same firmware and configuration of the faulty one. For more information about the Part replacement configuration, see the Lifecycle Controller User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals System battery Replacing the system battery... -
Page 83: Optional Internal Usb Memory Key
Figure 83. Installing the system battery Next steps 1. Install the LOM riser card. 2. If applicable, connect the cables to the expansion card(s). 3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system. 4. Confirm that the battery is operating properly, by performing the following steps: a. - Page 84 Figure 84. Removing the USB memory key 3. Insert the replacement USB memory key into the USB port. Figure 85. Installing the USB memory key Next steps Install the air shroud. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
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Page 85: Vga Module
VGA module Removing the VGA module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the front bezel. Remove the backplane cover. Remove the air shroud. -
Page 86: Optional Optical Drive
Steps 1. Route the VGA cable through the VGA module slot on the front of the system and slide the VGA module into the slot. 2. Align the hole on the module with the screw hole on the system. 3. Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, secure the VGA module to the system with the screw. Figure 87. -
Page 87: Installing The Optical Drive
Figure 88. Removing the optical drive Next steps Replace the optical drive Install an optical blank. NOTE: Blanks must be installed on empty optical drive slot to maintain FCC certification of the system. The blank also keep dust and dirt out of the system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system. Installing the optical drive The procedure for installing an optical drive and optical drive blank. -
Page 88: Power Supply Unit
For more information about the Part replacement configuration, see the Lifecycle Controller User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals Hot spare feature Your system supports the hot spare feature that significantly reduces the power overhead associated with power supply unit (PSU) redundancy. -
Page 89: Removing A Power Supply Unit Blank
● If the load on the active PSU falls below 20 percent of PSU rated power wattage, then the redundant PSU is switched to the sleep state. You can configure the hot spare feature by using the iDRAC settings. For more information, see the iDRAC User’s Guide available at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals. Removing a power supply unit blank Prerequisites... -
Page 90: Removing A Power Supply Unit
3. Remove the cable from the strap on the PSU handle. 4. Unlatch and lift the optional cable management arm if it interferes with the PSU removal. For information about the cable management arm, see the system’s rack documentation at https://www.dell.com/ poweredgemanuals. Steps Press the release latch, and holding the PSU handle slide the PSU out of the PSU bay. -
Page 91: Installing A Power Supply Unit
1. If you have unlatched the cable management arm, relatch it. For information about the cable management arm, see the system’s rack documentation at https://www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals. 2. Connect the power cable to the PSU, and plug the cable into a power outlet. -
Page 92: Power Interposer Board
Power interposer board Removing the power interposer board Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Remove the air shroud. 4. Remove the blank. Steps 1. -
Page 93: System Board
2. Using Phillips #2 screwdriver, tighten the screws to secure the PIB to the system. Figure 95. Installing the power interposer board 3. Route the cables and connect it to the system board. Next steps Install the PSU. Install the air shroud. -
Page 94: Installing The System Board
k. Disconnect all cables from the system board. CAUTION: Take care not to damage the system identification button while removing the system board from the system. Steps 1. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the screws securing the system board to the chassis. 2. - Page 95 CAUTION: Take care not to damage the system identification button while placing the system board into the chassis. 2. Holding the system board holder, lower the system board it into the system. 3. Incline the system board at an angle and align the connectors with the slots on the rear of the chassis. 4.
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Page 96: Trusted Platform Module
Upgrading the Trusted Platform Modulesection. 4. If you are not using Easy restore, import your new or existing iDRAC Enterprise license. For more information, see the iDRAC User's Guide available at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals 5. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. - Page 97 ● Ensure that you download and install the latest BIOS firmware on your system. ● Ensure that the BIOS is configured to enable UEFI boot mode. About this task CAUTION: Once the TPM plug-in module is installed, it is cryptographically bound to that specific system board. Any attempt to remove an installed TPM plug-in module breaks the cryptographic binding, the removed TPM cannot be reinstalled or installed on another system board.
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Page 98: Control Panel
Initializing the TPM 1.2 for users Steps 1. While booting your system, press F2 to enter System Setup. 2. On the System Setup Main Menu screen, click System BIOS > System Security Settings. 3. From the TPM Security option, select On with Preboot Measurements. 4. -
Page 99: Installing The Left Control Panel
Figure 99. Removing the left control panel Next steps Replace the left control panel. Installing the left control panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. -
Page 100: Removing The Right Control Panel
Next steps Replace the air shroud. Install the backplane cover 3. Close and secure the cable guiding latch. 4. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system. Removing the right control panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. -
Page 101: Installing The Right Control Panel
Figure 102. Removing the right control panel Next steps Replace the right control panel. Installing the right control panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. - Page 102 Figure 103. Installing the cable cover 5. Connect the control panel cable to the system board and secure it using cable latch. 6. Install the cable cover and secure it in place with screws, using a Phillips #1 screwdriver. Figure 104. Installing the right control panel Next steps Replace the air shroud.
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Page 103: Chapter 5: Jumpers And Connectors
Jumpers and connectors This section provides essential and specific information about jumpers and switches. It also describes the connectors on the various boards in the system. Jumpers on the system board help to disable the system and reset the passwords. To install components and cables correctly, you must be able to identify the connectors on the system board. -
Page 104: System Board Connectors
System board connectors Figure 105. System board connectors 1. PCI card Slot 5 2. PCI card Slot 4 3. PWRD_EN (Jumpers) 4. NVRAM_CLR (Jumpers) 5. LOM riser card 6. Battery 7. Riser slot 1A 8. Mini PERC 9. System power 3 10. -
Page 105: System Board Jumper Settings
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Page 106: Chapter 6: System Diagnostics And Indicator Codes
System diagnostics and indicator codes This section describes the diagnostic indicators on the system front panel display system status during system startup. Topics: • Status LED indicators • System health and system ID indicator codes • iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicator codes •... -
Page 107: System Health And System Id Indicator Codes
For information about the event and error messages generated by the system firmware and agents that monitor system components, go qrl.dell.com > Look Up > Error Code, type the error code, and then click Look it iDRAC Quick Sync 2 indicator codes iDRAC Quick Sync 2 module (optional) is located on the left control panel of the system. -
Page 108: Idrac Direct Led Indicator Codes
If the problem persists, see the Getting help section. www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals or Dell OpenManage Server Administrator User’s Guide at https://www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals. Solid amber Indicates that the system is in fail-safe Restart the system. If the problem persists, see mode. -
Page 109: Viewing Home Screen
● The LCD backlight is white during normal operating conditions. ● If there is an issue, the LCD backlight turns amber and displays an error code followed by descriptive text. NOTE: If the system is connected to a power source and an error is detected, the LCD turns amber regardless of whether the system is powered on or off. -
Page 110: View Menu
Select Simple to view LCD error messages in a simplified user-friendly description. For information about the event and error messages generated by the system firmware and agents that monitor system components, go to qrl.dell.com > Look Up > Error Code, type the error code, and then click Look it up.. Set home Select the default information to be displayed on the Home screen. -
Page 111: Power Supply Unit Indicator Codes
Table 29. NIC indicator codes NIC indicator codes Condition Link indicator is green, and activity indicator is blinking Indicates that the NIC is connected to a valid network at its maximum green. port speed, and data is being sent or received. Link indicator is amber, and activity indicator is blinking Indicates that the NIC is connected to a valid network at less than its green. -
Page 112: Drive Indicator Codes
Using system diagnostics If you experience an issue with the system, run the system diagnostics before contacting Dell for technical assistance. The purpose of running system diagnostics is to test the system hardware without using additional equipment or risking data loss. -
Page 113: Dell Embedded System Diagnostics
Dell Embedded System Diagnostics NOTE: The Dell Embedded System Diagnostics is also known as Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment (ePSA) diagnostics. The Embedded System Diagnostics provide a set of options for particular device groups or devices allowing you to: ● Run tests automatically or in an interactive mode ●... -
Page 114: Chapter 7: Getting Help
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... -
Page 115: Quick Resource Locator For Poweredge R6515 System
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. - Page 116 This section provides information about the documentation resources for your system. To view the document that is listed in the documentation resources table: ● From the Dell EMC support site: 1. Click the documentation link that is provided in the Location column in the table.
- Page 117 Methods to download firmware and drivers section in this document. Managing your For information about systems www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals system management software offered by Dell, see the Dell OpenManage Systems Management Overview Guide. For information about setting www.dell.com/ up, using, and troubleshooting openmanagemanuals >...