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Dell PowerEdge XE9640
Installation and Service Manual
Regulatory Model: E100S
Regulatory Type: E100S001
September 2023
Rev. A00

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  • Page 1 Dell PowerEdge XE9640 Installation and Service Manual Regulatory Model: E100S Regulatory Type: E100S001 September 2023 Rev. A00...
  • Page 2 A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. © 2023 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell Technologies, Dell, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1: About this document....................8 Chapter 2: Dell PowerEdge XE9640 system configurations and features........9 System configurations - front view for PowerEdge XE9640................... 9 System configurations - rear view for PowerEdge XE9640................... 10 System configurations - inside view for PowerEdge XE9640................12 Air and Liquid Cooling Infrastructure Requirements ....................17...
  • Page 4 Chapter 5: Pre-operating system management applications............33 System Setup..................................33 System BIOS.................................34 iDRAC Settings................................54 Device Settings................................54 Dell Lifecycle Controller..............................54 Embedded system management..........................54 Boot Manager..................................54 PXE boot..................................... 55 Chapter 6: Minimum to POST and system management configuration validation......56 Minimum configuration to POST ..........................56...
  • Page 5 Removing the drive backplane for NVIDIA GPU configurations ..............84 Installing the drive backplane for NVIDIA GPU configurations................ 86 Optional BOSS-N1 module.............................. 87 Removing the BOSS-N1 card carrier blank......................87 Installing the BOSS-N1 card carrier blank......................88 Removing the BOSS-N1 module..........................89 Installing the BOSS-N1 module..........................
  • Page 6 Replacing the system battery..........................149 Trusted Platform Module............................... 151 Upgrading the Trusted Platform Module......................151 Initializing TPM for users............................152 Initializing the TPM 2.0 for users...........................152 Optional OCP card................................152 Removing the OCP card............................152 Installing the OCP card.............................153 System board..................................154 Removing the system board...........................
  • Page 7 Chapter 10: Getting help......................269 Recycling or End-of-Life service information......................269 Contacting Dell Technologies............................269 Accessing system information by using QRL......................269 Quick Resource Locator for PowerEdge XE9640 system................270 Receiving automated support with Secure Connect Gateway (SCG)...............270 Chapter 11: Documentation resources..................271 Contents...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1: About This Document

    About this document This document provides an overview about the system, information about installing and replacing components, diagnostic tools, and guidelines to be followed while installing certain components. About this document...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2: Dell Poweredge Xe9640 System Configurations And Features

    ● Up to 4 x 2.5-inch NVMe SSD drives, 61.44 TB max for XE9640 Intel GPU and NVIDIA GPU supported systems 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...

  • Page 10: System Configurations - Rear View For Poweredge Xe9640

    Press the button to toggle between on or off mode. NOTE: If the server stops responding during POST, press and hold the System ID button for more than five seconds to enter the BIOS progress mode Dell PowerEdge XE9640 system configurations and features...
  • Page 11 Dedicated iDRAC9 Ethernet Enables you to remotely access iDRAC. For more information, port see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals. USB 2.0 port The USB port is 4-pin, 2.0-compliant. This port enables you to connect USB devices to the system.

  • Page 12: System Configurations - Inside View For Poweredge Xe9640

    10. Backplane 11. Intrusion switch 12. Fan modules 13. Fan board 14. Memory modules for processor 2 15. Processor 2 with cold plate 16. VSB R (Right) 17. Riser 4 18. System handle Dell PowerEdge XE9640 system configurations and features...
  • Page 13 8. Intel GPU and cold plate NOTE: Handle must be removed after the CBB is installed. 9. Carrier Base Board (CBB) A NOTE: Handle must be removed after the CBB is installed. 10. GPU board 11. PSU Dell PowerEdge XE9640 system configurations and features...
  • Page 14 10. Express Service Tag 11. Backplane 12. Intrusion switch 13. Fan modules 14. Fan board 15. Memory modules for processor 2 16. Processor 2 with cold plate 17. VSB R (Right) 18. Riser 4 Dell PowerEdge XE9640 system configurations and features...
  • Page 15 3. PCIe switch board (PSB) 4. Manifold Liquid cooling tubes 5. Manifold Liquid cooling tray 6. Express service tag 7. GPU board 8. NVIDIA GPU and cold plate 9. PSB cold plate 10. Cables holder 11. PSU Dell PowerEdge XE9640 system configurations and features...
  • Page 16 6. Manifold Liquid cooling tray 7. Express service tag 8. Intel GPU cold plate 9. GPU board 10. Memory modules for processor 2 11. Processor 2 with cold plate 12. Riser 4 13. System handle Dell PowerEdge XE9640 system configurations and features...

  • Page 17: Air And Liquid Cooling Infrastructure Requirements

    Air and Liquid Cooling Infrastructure Requirements The PowerEdge XE9640 system has processors and GPUs and a few other minor components with direct liquid cooled 100% of the time while other components like DDR5 DIMMs, PCIe cards, PSUs and storage are air cooled with a max inlet air temperature of 35C.

  • Page 18: 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 to route support calls to the appropriate personnel.
  • Page 19 Figure 11. Memory information Figure 12. Electrical overview Figure 13. LED behavior, Express Service Tag, Configuration and Layout, Icon Legend Dell PowerEdge XE9640 system configurations and features...

  • Page 20: Rail Sizing And Rack Compatibility Matrix

    Figure 15. NVIDIA GPU configuration with Liquid cooling setup Rail sizing and rack compatibility matrix For specific information about the rail solutions compatible with your system, see the Dell 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.

  • Page 21: Chapter 3: Technical Specifications

    Ports and connectors specifications • Video specifications • Environmental specifications Chassis dimensions Figure 16. Chassis dimensions Table 3. Chassis dimension for the PowerEdge XE9640 system  Drives 4 x 2.5-inch NVMe drives 482 mm 444 mm (17.48 86.8 mm (3.41 35.77 mm (1.4 850 mm (33.46...

  • Page 22: System Weight

    Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors PSU specifications The PowerEdge XE9640 system supports up to 4 AC or DC power supply units (PSUs) with 2+0 Non redundant, full power with 2x PSUs, 2+1 - N+1 redundancy, 2+2 - N+N redundancy. NOTE: 1.

  • Page 23: Cooling Fan Specifications

    System battery specifications The PowerEdge XE9640 system uses one CR 2032 3.0-V lithium coin cell battery. Expansion card riser specifications The PowerEdge XE9640 system supports up to four PCI express (PCIe) slots (Gen5 full-height, half-length cards) on the system board. Technical specifications...

  • Page 24: Memory Specifications

    Processor 2 Full height Half length configurations Memory specifications The PowerEdge XE9640 system supports the following memory specifications for optimized operation. Table 11. Total System Memory Capacity Requirement for Intel GPUs  DIMM capacity 64 GB 16 x DIMM sockets population Total memory: 1 TB Table 12.

  • Page 25: Storage Controller Specifications

    ● Up to 4 x 2.5-inch NVMe SSDs for XE9640 Intel GPU and NVIDIA GPU supported systems. 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...

  • Page 26: Ports And Connectors Specifications

    The micro USB 2.0 compliant port can only be used as an iDRAC Direct or a management port. Optional LOM and OCP NIC 3.0 specifications The PowerEdge XE9640 system supports the shared LOM feature (iDRAC port redirect) on optional 2x1GbE LOM and on optional OCP NIC 3.0 adapters.

  • Page 27: Environmental Specifications

    Pixel Clock rates for VGA- Analog input devices. 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. Table 17. Operational climatic range category A2  Temperature Specifications Allowable continuous operations Temperature ranges for altitudes <= 900 m (<=...

  • Page 28: Thermal Restriction Matrix

    Particulate and gaseous contamination specifications The following table defines the limitations that help avoid any equipment damage or failure from particulates and gaseous contamination. If the levels of particulates or gaseous pollution exceed the specified limitations and result in equipment damage or failure, you may need to rectify the environmental conditions.

  • Page 29: Chapter 4: Initial System Setup And Configuration

    Initial system setup and configuration This section describes the tasks for initial setup and configuration of the Dell system. The section also provides general steps to set up the system and the reference guides for detailed information. Topics: • Setting up the system •...

  • Page 30: Options To Log In To Idrac

    OpenManage Deployment Toolkit Dell OpenManage Deployment Toolkit User's Guide available https://www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals > Open Manage Deployment Toolkit. iDRAC Direct Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals or for system specific Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide, go to https://www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals >...

  • Page 31: Resources To Install Operating System

    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 32: Options To Download And Install Os Drivers

    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 Product ID or Model field, and then press Enter. NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, click Browse all products, and navigate to your product.

  • Page 33: Chapter 5: Pre-Operating System Management Applications

    UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface). You can enable or disable various iDRAC parameters by using the iDRAC settings utility. For more information about this utility, see Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide at www.dell.com/ poweredgemanuals.

  • Page 34: System Bios

    Table 28. System Setup Main Menu  (continued) Option Description Device Settings Enables you to configure device settings for devices such as storage controllers or network cards. Service Tag Settings Enables you to configure the System Service Tag. System BIOS To view the System BIOS screen, power on the system, press F2, and click System Setup Main Menu > System BIOS. Table 29.
  • Page 35 Specify the FRM percentage by using the Fault Resilient Mode Memory Size[%] feature. When Dell NUMA Fault Resilient Mode (FRM) is enabled, a percentage of the installed memory in every NUMA node is configured to create a fault resilient zone for use by select hypervisors for host virtualization resilience.
  • Page 36 Table 31. Memory Settings details (continued) Option Description When option is set to Retrain at Next boot, the system performs the force one-time full memory training steps at next power on and boot time is slowed on next boot. When option is set to Enable, the system performs the force full memory training steps on every power on and boot time is slowed on every boot.
  • Page 37 MADT Core Enumeration Specifies the MADT Core Enumeration. This option is set to default in Round Robin. Linear option supports industry core enumeration whereas, Round Robin option supports Dell optimized core enumeration. UMA Based Clustering It is a read-only field and displays as Quadrant , when Sub NUMA Cluster is disabled or displays as Disabled, when Sub NUMA Cluster is either 2-way or 4-way.
  • Page 38 Enables you to configure the Dell AVX scaling technology. This option is set to 0 by default. Enter the value from 0 to 12 bins. The value that is entered decreases the Dell AVX Scaling Technology frequency when the Dell-controlled Turbo feature is enabled.
  • Page 39 Table 32. Processor Settings details (continued) Option Description Local Machine Check Exception Enables or disables the local machine check exception. This is an extension of the MCA Recovery mechanism providing the capability to deliver Uncorrected Recoverable (UCR) Software Recoverable Action Required (SRAR) errors to one or more specific logical processors threads receiving previously poisoned or corrupted data.
  • Page 40 Enables or disables the boot mode. The option is set to Non-RAID mode by default. BIOS NVMe Driver Sets the drive type to boot the NVMe driver. The available options are Dell Qualified Drives and All Drives. This option is set to Dell Qualified Drives by default.
  • Page 41 Operating systems must be UEFI-compatible to be installed from the UEFI boot mode. DOS and 32-bit operating systems do not support UEFI and can only be installed from the BIOS boot mode. NOTE: For the latest information about supported operating systems, go to www.dell.com/ossupport. Changing boot order About this task You may have to change the boot order if you want to boot from a USB key or an optical drive.
  • Page 42 This field specifies the name of the NVMe-oF host NQN. Allowed input is in the following format: nqn.yyyy-mm.<Reserved Domain Name>:<Unique String>. Leave it empty to use system generated value with following format: nqn.1988-11.com.dell:<Model name>.<Model number>.<Service Tag>. NVMe-oF Host Id This field specifies a 16 bytes value of the NVMe-oF host identifier that uniquely identifies this host with the controller in the NVM subsystem.
  • Page 43 Table 40. HTTP Device n Settings details (continued) Option Description Gateway Specifies gateway for the HTTP device. DNS info via DHCP Enables or disables DNS Information from DHCP. This option is set to Enabled by default. Primary DNS Specifies the primary DNS server IP address for the HTTP Device. Secondary DNS Specifies the secondary DNS server IP address for the HTTP Device.
  • Page 44 Table 43. TLS Authentication Configuration screen details (continued) Option Description Root Certificate Configuration Import, delete, or export the root certificate. Table 44. UEFI iSCSI Settings screen details  Option Description iSCSI Initiator Name Specifies the name of the iSCSI initiator in IQN format. iSCSI Device1 Enables or disables the iSCSI device.
  • Page 45 Table 46. NVMe-oF SubSystem n Settings (continued) Option Description NVMe-oF subsystem NID Specifies the NamespaceID (NID) for this NVMe-oF connection. NVMe-oF subsystem Controller ID Specifies the NVMe-oF subsystem's Controller ID for this connection. This option is set to 0 by default. Security Enables or disables the security option for this NVMe-oF connection.
  • Page 46 To view the Serial Communication screen, power on the system, press F2, and click System Setup Main Menu > System BIOS > Serial Communication. NOTE: The serial port is optional for the PowerEdge XE9640 system. The Serial Communication option is applicable only if the serial COM port is installed in the system. Pre-operating system management applications...
  • Page 47 Table 48. Serial Communication details  Option Description Serial Communication Enables the serial communication options. Selects serial communication devices (Serial Device 1 and Serial Device 2) in BIOS. BIOS console redirection can also be enabled, and the port address can be specified. The options available for System without serial COM port (DB9) are On without Console Redirection, On with Console Redirection, Off.
  • Page 48 Table 49. System Profile Settings details (continued) Option Description NOTE: All the parameters on the system profile setting screen are available only when the System Profile option is set to Custom. Optimized Power Mode When this option is set to Enabled, processor is tuned for lower power consumption. Also sets C1E to Enabled, sets processor power management to System DBPM mode, sets Energy Efficient Policy to Performance, sets Uncore frequency to Dynamic, and sets Dynamic Load Line Switch to Enabled.
  • Page 49 Table 49. System Profile Settings details (continued) Option Description Workload Configuration This field controls the Energy Performance BIAS settings to allow BIOS to choose a configuration that improve performance on the certain workloads. This option is set to Balanace by default. NOTE: This option can be disabled when System Profile is set to Custom.
  • Page 50 Table 52. System Security details (continued) Option Description Pre-boot measurements. This option is set to Off by default. It is set On for Secure Launch (Firmware Protection) support on Windows 2022. ® Memory Encryption Enables or disables the Intel Total Memory Encryption (TME) and Multi-Tenant (Intel TME-MT).
  • Page 51 Table 52. System Security details (continued) Option Description Custom, the BIOS uses the user-defined key and certificates. When Secure Boot policy is set to Linux(R) Boot, VMware(R) Boot or Microsoft(R) Boot the Secure Boot Policy includes only certificates necessary for the corresponding operating systems. Secure Boot policy is set to Standard by default.
  • Page 52 7. Reenter the setup password, and click OK. 8. Press Esc to return to the System BIOS screen. Press Esc again. A message prompts you to save the changes. NOTE: Password protection does not take effect until the system reboots. Using your system password to secure your system About this task If you have assigned a setup password, the system accepts your setup password as an alternate system password.
  • Page 53 ● If System Password is not set to Enabled and is not locked through the Password Status option, you can assign a system password. For more information, see the System Security Settings screen section. ● You cannot disable or change an existing system password. NOTE: You can use the password status option with the setup password option to protect the system password from unauthorized changes.

  • Page 54: Idrac Settings

    Dell Lifecycle Controller Dell Lifecycle Controller (LC) provides advanced embedded systems management capabilities including system deployment, configuration, update, maintenance, and diagnosis. LC is delivered as part of the iDRAC out-of-band solution and Dell system embedded Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) applications.

  • Page 55: Pxe Boot

    Launch System Setup Enables you to access System Setup. Launch Lifecycle Controller Exits the Boot Manager and invokes the Dell Lifecycle Controller program. System Utilities Enables you to launch System Utilities menu such as Launch Diagnostics, BIOS update File Explorer, Reboot System.

  • Page 56: Chapter 6: Minimum To Post And System Management Configuration Validation

    Minimum to POST and system management configuration validation This section describes the minimum to POST system requirement and system management configuration validation of the Dell system. Topics: • Minimum configuration to POST • Configuration validation Minimum configuration to POST The components mentioned below are the minimum configuration to POST for Intel GPU configurations: ●...

  • Page 57: Error Messages

    Table 56. Configuration validation error (continued) Error Description Possible cause and Example recommendations assembled incorrectly. Verify element (cable, risers, etc) placement in the system. Config iDRAC found a configuration element Missing or damaged cable, Config Missing: adapter HBA Missing missing within the closest match device, or part detected.
  • Page 58 Table 58. Error message HWC8011 (continued) Error code HWC8011 Category System Health (HWC = Hardware Config) Severity Critical Minimum to POST and system management configuration validation...

  • Page 59: Chapter 7: Installing And Removing System Components

    Installing and removing system components Topics: • Safety instructions • Before working inside your system • After working inside your system • Recommended tools • Optional front bezel • System cover • Cooling fans • Cable cover • Fan board •...

  • Page 60: Before Working Inside Your System

    Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.

  • Page 61: Optional Front Bezel

    ● 5 mm hex nut screwdriver ● Plastic scribe ● 1/4-inch flat blade screwdriver ● Wrist grounding strap connected to the ground ● ESD mat ● Needle-nose pliers ● UV flashlight to check leakage You need the following tools to assemble the cables for a DC power supply unit: ●...

  • Page 62: Installing The Front Bezel

    Figure 18. Removing the front bezel with the LCD panel Next steps Replace front bezel. Installing the front bezel The procedure to install the front bezel with and without the LCD panel is the same. Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 63: System Cover

    Figure 19. Installing the front bezel with the LCD panel System cover Removing the system cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Power off the system, and any attached peripherals. 3. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and peripherals. Steps 1.

  • Page 64: Installing The System Cover

    Figure 20. 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 65: Cooling Fans

    Figure 21. Installing the system cover Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Cooling fans Removing a cooling fan module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

  • Page 66: Installing A Cooling Fan Module

    Figure 22. Removing a cooling fan module Next steps Replace a cooling fan. Installing a cooling fan module Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Steps 1.

  • Page 67: Cable Cover

    Figure 23. Installing a cooling fan module Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Cable cover Removing the cable 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 68: Installing The Cable Cover

    Figure 24. Removing the cable cover Next steps Replace the cable cover. Installing the cable cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. NOTE: Ensure that you note the routing of the cables as you remove them from the system board.

  • Page 69: Fan Board

    Figure 25. Installing the cable cover Next steps Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system. Fan board This is a service technician replaceable part only. Removing the cooling fan board for Intel GPU configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
  • Page 70 Figure 26. Removing the cooling fan board 2. To remove the cables from the PDB of the bottom layer, first Remove the storage tray, and then Remove the system board tray. Disconnect the fan cables connected on the PDB of the bottom layer. NOTE: This step is optional.

  • Page 71: Installing The Cooling Fan Board For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Table 59. Fan cable connections (continued) Order From PDB-GFB_SIG1 (PDB signal cable) FAN-SIG4 (System fan signal cable) PDB-GFB_SIG2 (PDB signal cable) FAN-SIG7 (System fan signal cable) Next steps Replace the cooling fan board. Installing the cooling fan board for Intel GPU configurations Prerequisites 1.

  • Page 72: Removing The Cooling Fan Board For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Table 60. Fan cable connections (continued) Order From PDB-GFB_SIG2 (PDB signal cable) FAN-SIG7 (System fan signal cable) 2. Align and insert the fan board into the slots until it is seated firmly. Using a Phillips 2 screwdriver, tighten the screws to secure the fan board into the storage tray.
  • Page 73 Steps 1. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, remove the screws securing fan board to the storage tray. Holding the fan board, lift it away from the system. Figure 30. Removing the cooling fan board 2. To remove the cables from the PDB of the bottom layer, first Remove the storage tray, and thenRemove the system board...

  • Page 74: Installing The Cooling Fan Board For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Table 61. Fan cable connections  Order From PDB-GFB_PWR1 (Power Distribution FAN-FAN+PWR1 (System fan power Board (PDB) power connector) connector) PDB-GFB_SIG1 (PDB signal cable) FAN-SIG4 (System fan signal cable) PDB-GFB_SIG2 (PDB signal cable) FAN-SIG7 (System fan signal cable) Next steps Replace the cooling fan board.

  • Page 75: Drives

    Table 62. Fan cable connections  Order From PDB-GFB_PWR1 (Power Distribution FAN-FAN+PWR1 (System fan power Board (PDB) power connector) connector) PDB-GFB_SIG1 (PDB signal cable) FAN-SIG4 (System fan signal cable) PDB-GFB_SIG2 (PDB signal cable) FAN-SIG7 (System fan signal cable) 2. Align and insert the fan board into the slots until it is seated firmly. Using a Phillips 2 screwdriver, tighten the screws to secure the fan board into the storage tray.

  • Page 76: Installing A Drive Blank

    CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, drive blanks must be installed in all empty drive slots. Steps Press the release button, and slide the drive blank out of the drive slot. Figure 34. Removing a drive blank Next steps Replace the drive blank.

  • Page 77: Removing A Drive Carrier

    Installing the drive carrier Prerequisites CAUTION: Before removing or installing a drive while the system is running, see the www.dell.com/ storagecontrollermanuals documentation for the storage controller card to ensure that the host adapter is configured correctly to support drive removal and insertion.

  • Page 78: Removing The Drive From The Drive Carrier

    CAUTION: When installing a drive, ensure that the adjacent drives are fully installed. Inserting a drive carrier and attempting to lock its handle next to a partially installed carrier can damage the partially installed carrier's shield spring and make it unusable. NOTE: Ensure that the drive carrier's release handle is in the open position before inserting the carrier into the slot.

  • Page 79: Installing The Drive Into The Drive Carrier

    2. Lift the drive out of the drive carrier. Figure 38. 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.

  • Page 80: Drive Backplane

    Depending on your system configuration, the drive backplanes that are supported are listed here: Table 63. Supported backplane options  System Supported hard drives options PowerEdge XE9640 2.5-inch (x4) NVMe backplane Figure 40. 4 x 2.5-inch NVMe drive backplane 1. PCIE connector (BP_DST_PB1) 2.

  • Page 81: Removing The Drive Backplane For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Removing the drive backplane for Intel GPU configurations Prerequisites CAUTION: To prevent damage to the drives and backplane, remove the drives from the system before removing the backplane. CAUTION: Note the number of each drive and temporarily label them before you remove the drive so that you can reinstall them in the same location.

  • Page 82: Installing The Drive Backplane For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Figure 42. Removing the drive backplane Next steps Replace the drive backplane. Installing the drive backplane for Intel GPU configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system.
  • Page 83 Figure 43. Installing the drive backplane Next steps 1. Connect the drive backplane cables to the backplane, signal and power cables on the system board. Figure 44. Cabling diagram Table 64. 4 x 2.5-inch backplane cable connections  Order From MB-SL6_CPU2_PA3 (signal connector BP-BP_DST_PA1 (backplane signal on system board) connector )

  • Page 84: Removing The Drive Backplane For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Table 64. 4 x 2.5-inch backplane cable connections (continued) Order From MB-SL15_CPU1_PB8 (signal connector BP-BP_DST_PB1(backplane signal on system board) connector) Install the turtle shell. Install the drives. Install the cable cover. 5. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
  • Page 85 Figure 45. Removing the drive backplane 3. To remove the cables from the PDB of the bottom layer, first Remove the storage tray, and then Remove the system board tray. Disconnect the backplane cables connected on the PSB of the bottom layer. Figure 46.

  • Page 86: Installing The Drive Backplane For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Next steps Replace the drive backplane. Installing the drive backplane for NVIDIA GPU configurations 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 drives. Remove the cable cover.

  • Page 87: Optional Boss-N1 Module

    4. Align the slots on the drive backplane with the guides on the system. 5. Slide the drive backplane into the guides and lower the backplane until the blue release tab clicks into place. Figure 48. Installing the drive backplane 6.

  • Page 88: Installing The Boss-N1 Card Carrier Blank

    Figure 49. Removing the BOSS-N1 card carrier blank Next steps Replace the BOSS-N1 card carrier blank install BOSS-N1 card carrier. Installing the BOSS-N1 card carrier blank Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. Steps Align the blank with the BOSS-N1 module bay and push it into the bay until it clicks into place. Figure 50.

  • Page 89: Removing The Boss-N1 Module

    Removing the BOSS-N1 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 riser 1A for Intel GPU configurations or Remove the riser 1B for NVIDIA GPU configurations.
  • Page 90 Figure 52. Removing the M.2 SSD Remove the cable cover. Using two fingers, lift the turtle shell from the DLC module. Disconnect the BOSS-N1 power and signal cable from the system board. Figure 53. BOSS-N1 cable diagram 6. Remove the BOSS-N1 power and signal cable from the BOSS-N1 module. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 91 Figure 54. Removing the BOSS-N1 power and signal cable from the BOSS-N1 module 7. Using the Phillips 1 screwdriver remove the M3 x 0.5 x 4.5 mm screw that secures the BOSS-N1 module. 8. Slide the BOSS-N1 module toward the front of the chassis and lift the module. Figure 55.

  • Page 92: Installing The Boss-N1 Module

    Installing the BOSS-N1 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 riser 1A for Intel GPU configurations or Remove the riser 1B for NVIDIA GPU configurations.
  • Page 93 Figure 57. Installing the BOSS-N1 module Figure 58. BOSS-N1 cable diagram 6. Align the M.2 SSD at an angle with the BOSS-N1 card carrier. 7. Insert the M.2 SSD until it is firmly seated in the BOSS-N1 card carrier. 8. Using the Phillips 1 screwdriver, secure the M.2 SSD on the BOSS-N1 card carrier with the M3 x 0.5 x 4.5 mm screw. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 94 Figure 59. Installing the M.2 SSD 9. Slide the BOSS-N1 card carrier into the BOSS-N1 module slot. 10. Close the BOSS-N1 card carrier release latch to lock the carrier in place. Figure 60. Installing the BOSS-N1 card carrier Next steps Install the riser 1A for Intel GPU configurations or install the riser 1B...

  • Page 95: Versabay Board (Vsb)

    Versabay board (VSB) This is a service technician replaceable part only. Removing the VSB assembly and VSB 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 riser 1A and 4A for Intel GPU configurations or Remove the riser 1B and 4B...
  • Page 96 Figure 62. Cabling diagram 6. For NVIDIA GPU configurations, disconnect the VSB cables from the system board. Disconnect the VSB cables from the PDB2 of the storage tray. Remove the storage tray. Disconnect the power cable from the PBD of the bottom layer connected on to the PDB2 on the storage tray.

  • Page 97: Installing The Vsb And Vsb Assembly

    Installing the VSB and VSB assembly 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 riser 1A and 4A for Intel GPU configurations or Remove the riser 1B and 4B for NVIDIA GPU configurations.
  • Page 98 Figure 65. Installing the VSB assembly 4. For Intel GPU configurations, reconnect the VSB cables on the PDB of the bottom layer. Install the system board tray, and then install the storage tray into the chassis. Reconnect the VSB cables on the system board. Figure 66.

  • Page 99: Storage Tray

    Storage tray This is a service technician replaceable part only. Removing the storage tray for Intel GPU configurations 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: Installing The Storage Tray For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Installing the storage tray for Intel GPU configurations 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 cable cover. 4. Observe and disconnect the intrusion switch cable from the storage tray that is connected from the system board. Disconnect the drive backplane cables, BOSS power and signal cables, fan board cables from the connectors of the storage tray and keep the cables away from the storage tray.

  • Page 101: Removing The Storage Tray For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Removing the storage tray for NVIDIA GPU configurations 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 cable cover. 4. Observe and disconnect the intrusion switch bridge cable from the connectors on the storage tray that is connected from the system board.

  • Page 102: Installing The Storage Tray For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Installing the storage tray for NVIDIA GPU configurations 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 cable cover. 4. Observe and disconnect the intrusion switch bridge cable from the connectors on the storage tray that is connected from the system board.

  • Page 103: Cable Routing For Intel Gpu Configurations

    3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Cable routing for Intel GPU Configurations Figure 71. 4 x 2.5-inch Backplane cable connections on the system board for Intel GPU Configurations NOTE: Make sure you route the SL15_CPU1_PB8 cable via processor 1 turtle shell. Order From MB-SL6_CPU2_PA3 (signal connector...
  • Page 104 Order From PDB-GFB_PWR1 (Power Distribution FAN-FAN+PWR1 (System fan power Board (PDB) power connector) connector) PDB-GFB_SIG1 (PDB signal cable) FAN-SIG4 (System fan signal cable) PDB-GFB_SIG2 (PDB signal cable) FAN-SIG7 (System fan signal cable) Figure 73. BOSS-N1, Right and Left Control panels, Intrusion switch cable connections from the Storage tray connecting on the System board for Intel GPU Configurations NOTE: Make sure you route the VGA connector, BOSS module signal cable, BOSS module power connector on system...
  • Page 105 Figure 74. Leakage sensor cable connections for Intel GPU configuration Order Cable names P48V and GND (Intel PVC power cable connectors on GPU board) connecting to PDB-GPU_PWR1 and PDB-GPU_PWR2 (GPU power connectors on PDB) PDB-LSC_SIG3 (PDB signal connector) - CBB Cold Plate LS cable PDB-LSC_SIG1 (PDB signal connector) - Internal Manifold Drip Tray LS Cable...
  • Page 106 NOTE: Make sure you route the PSU 3 4 (Power Supply Unit connector cable) on system board via processor 2 turtle shell from the PDB of the bottom layer. Order From VSB-PWR_L (+) (VSB left power PDB-VSB_PWR1 (+) (PDB power connector) connector) VSB-GND_L (-) (VSB left ground...

  • Page 107: Cable Routing For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Figure 77. GPU cable connectors for Intel GPU configurations NOTE: Make sure you route theSL12_CPU2_PA6 and SL11_CPU2_PB6 (Signal connectors on system board) via processor 2 turtle shell from the PDB of the bottom layer. Order From GPU_SBI (GPU cable connector on SB_0, SB_1, SB_2 and SB_3 (GPU system board) floating cables)
  • Page 108 Figure 78. BOSS-N1, Right and Left Control panels, Intrusion switch cable connections from the Storage tray connecting on the System board for NVIDIA GPU Configurations NOTE: Make sure you route the VGA connector, BOSS module signal cable, BOSS module power connector on system board via Processor 1 turtle shell.
  • Page 109 Figure 79. Fan cables connection of the Storage tray on the bottom layer of the PDB for NVIDIA GPU Configurations Order From PDB-GFB_PWR1 (Power Distribution FAN-FAN+PWR1 (System fan power Board (PDB) power connector) connector) PDB-GFB_SIG1 (PDB signal cable) FAN-SIG4 (System fan signal cable) PDB-GFB_SIG2 (PDB signal cable) FAN-SIG7 (System fan signal cable) Figure 80.
  • Page 110 Figure 81. NVIDIA GPU cable connections on the Power Supply Board (PSB) and Power Distribution Board (PDB) Order From PDB-PSB_SIG1 (PDB signal cable) PSB-PDB_SIG1 (PSB signal cable) PDB-PSB_PWR1 (PDB power cable) PSB-PDB_PWR1 (PSB power connector) REDSTONE-J11 (GND) (GPU Ground PDB-GPU_PWR1 (PDB GPU power cable connector) connector 1) REDSTONE-J10 (VIN) (GPU input signal...
  • Page 111 Order Cable names PDB-LSC_SIG4 (PDB signal connector) - NVLINK cold plate LS signal cable PDB-LSC_SIG2 (PDB signal connector) - Base Tray/ BaseBoard LS signal connector PDB-LSC_SIG1 (PDB signal connector) - Manifold Drip Tray LS Connector Figure 83. VSB cables connections for NVIDIA GPU configurations Order From PDB_PWR1 and PDB_GND1 (PDB 1...
  • Page 112 Figure 84. Risers 1A and 4A cable connectors on the system board for NVIDIA GPU configurations NOTE: Make sure you route the Riser 1B cable connector on system board via Processor 1 turtle shell from the PSB of the bottom layer. NOTE: Make sure you route the Riser 4B cable connector on system board via Processor 1 turtle shell from the PSB of the bottom layer.

  • Page 113: Power Supply Unit

    While replacing the hot swappable PSU, after next server boot; the new PSU automatically updates to the same firmware and configuration of the replaced one. For updating to the latest firmware and changing the configuration, see the Lifecycle Controller User's Guide at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 114: Removing A Power Supply Unit

    NOTE: For information about the cable management when the PSU is removed or installed while the system is in a rack, see the system’s cable management arm documentation at https://www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals. Steps Press the release latch and holding the PSU handle, slide the PSU out of the bay.

  • Page 115: System Memory

    PSU is functioning properly. System memory System memory guidelines The PowerEdge XE9640 system supports DDR5 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs). System memory holds the instructions that are started by the processor. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 116 Figure 89. Memory channels Memory channels are organized as follows: Table 66. Memory channels  Processor Channel Channel Channel C Channel D Channel E Channel F Channel G Channel H Processor 1 Slots A1 Slots A7 Slots A3 Slots A5 Slots A4 and Slots A6 Slots A2 and Slots A8 and...

  • Page 117: General Memory Module Installation Guidelines

    Table 68. Supported memory matrix for NVIDIA GPUs (continued) DIMM type Rank Capacity DIMM rated Operating Speed voltage and 1 DIMM per 2 DIMMs per speed channel (DPC) channel (DPC) 32 GB, 64 GB DDR5 (1.1 V), 4800 4800 MT/s 4400 MT/s MT/s NOTE: The processor may reduce the performance of the rated DIMM speed.

  • Page 118: Installing A Memory Module

    2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. 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.
  • Page 119 2. If a memory module is installed in the socket, remove it. NOTE: Ensure that the socket ejector latches are fully open, before installing the memory module. 3. Align the edge connector of the memory module with the alignment key of the memory module socket, and insert the memory module in the socket.

  • Page 120: Turtle Shell

    Turtle shell This is a service technician replaceable part only. Removing the turtle shell Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system. Steps Using the two fingers, lift the turtle shell from the DLC module. Figure 92.

  • Page 121: Expansion Cards And Expansion Card Risers

    When an expansion card is not supported or missing, the iDRAC and Lifecycle Controller logs an event. This does not prevent your system from booting. However, if a F1/F2 pause occurs with an error message, see Troubleshooting expansion cards section in the PowerEdge Servers Troubleshooting Guide at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 122: Expansion Card Installation Guidelines

    Expansion card installation guidelines Figure 94. Expansion card riser slot connectors NOTE: The Intel GPU configurations support Risers 1A and 4A. The NVIDIA GPU configurations support Risers 1B and 4B. 1. Riser 1A cable connector 2. Riser 1A/1B 3. Riser 1A cable connector 4.
  • Page 123 Figure 96. Riser 1A for Intel GPU configuration 1. Slot 2 2. cable connector 3. Slot 1 Figure 97. Riser 4A top view or Intel GPU configuration Figure 98. Riser 4A for Intel GPU configuration 1. Slot 4 2. Slot 3 Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 124: Removing The Expansion Card Risers For Intel Gpu Configuration

    Figure 99. Riser 1B for NVIDIA GPU configuration 1. Slot 2 2. cable connector 3. Slot 1 Figure 100. Riser 4B for NVIDIA GPU configuration 1. Slot 4 2. cable connector 3. Slot 3 NOTE: The expansion-card slots are not hot-swappable. The following table provides guidelines for installing expansion cards to ensure proper cooling and mechanical fit.

  • Page 125: Installing The Expansion Card Risers For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Figure 101. Removing the expansion card riser (Riser 1A) Figure 102. Removing the expansion card riser (Riser 4A) Next steps Replace the expansion card riser for Intel GPU configuration. Installing the expansion card risers for Intel GPU configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
  • Page 126 Steps 1. For Riser 1A and Riser 4A, holding the blue touch points, align the holes on the expansion card riser with the guides on the system board. 2. Lower the expansion card riser into place and press the touch points until the expansion card riser connector is fully seated on the system board connector.

  • Page 127: Removing The Expansion Card Risers For Nvidia Gpu Configuration

    Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. 2. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card. Removing the expansion card risers for NVIDIA GPU configuration Prerequisites 1.

  • Page 128: Installing The Expansion Card Risers For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Figure 106. Removing the expansion card riser (Riser 4B) Slide out the system board tray. Disconnect the riser cables connected on the PSB of the bottom layer. Next steps Replace the expansion card risers for NVIDIA GPU configurations. Installing the expansion card risers for NVIDIA GPU configurations Prerequisites 1.
  • Page 129 Figure 107. Installing the expansion card riser (Riser 1B) Figure 108. Installing the expansion card riser (Riser 4B) Install the turtle shell. Next steps 1. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 130: Removing Expansion Card From The Expansion Card Riser

    2. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card. Removing expansion card from the expansion card riser The procedure to remove the expansion card from the risers 1A (slot 1), 1B (slot 1), 4A (slot 4), 4B (slot 4) is same. The procedure to remove the expansion card from the risers 1A (slot 2), 1B (slot 2), 4A (slot 3), 4B (slot 3) is same.

  • Page 131: Installing An Expansion Card Into The Expansion Card Riser

    Next steps If applicable, install an expansion card into the expansion card riser. Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser The procedure to install the expansion card in to the risers 1A (slot 1), 1B (slot 1), 4A (slot 4), 4B (slot 4) is same. The procedure to install the expansion card in to the risers 1A (slot 2), 1B (slot 2), 4A (slot 3), 4B (slot 3) is same.

  • Page 132: Lower Brace Cover

    Figure 112. Installing the expansion card in to the riser Next steps 1. If applicable, connect the cables to the expansion card. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. 3. Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card. Lower brace cover This is a service technician replaceable part only.

  • Page 133: Installing The Lower Brace Cover For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Figure 113. Removing the lower brace cover Next steps Replace the lower brace for Intel GPU configurations. Installing the lower brace cover for Intel GPU configurations 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 cable cover.

  • Page 134: Removing The Lower Brace Cover For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Figure 114. Installing the lower brace cover Next steps Install the Storage tray. 2. Reconnect the intrusion switch bridge cable from the storage tray that is connected from the system board. Reconnect the drive backplane cables, BOSS power and signal cables, fan board cables from the connector of the storage tray. Install the cable cover.

  • Page 135: Installing The Lower Brace Cover For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Figure 115. Removing the lower brace bracket Next steps Replace the lower brace for NVIDIA GPU configurations. Installing the lower brace cover for NVIDIA GPU configurations 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 cable cover.

  • Page 136: Processor And Direct Liquid Cooling Module

    Figure 116. Installing the lower brace cover Next steps Install the Storage tray. 2. Reconnect the intrusion switch bridge cable from the storage tray that is connected from the system board. Reconnect the drive backplane cables, BOSS power and signal cables, signal cable on the PDB2, fan board cables on the connector of the storage tray.
  • Page 137 Figure 117. Lift the turtle shell 2. Remove the liquid cooling tubes with numbers naming 11 an 12. 3. Release the blue thumb holder and rotate the metallic gate away from the liquid cooling tray. 4. Ensure all four anti-tilt wires are in the locked position (outward position), and then using a Torx T30 screwdriver, loosen the captive nuts on the processor heat sink module (PHM) in the order that is mentioned below: a.

  • Page 138: Removing The Processor

    Figure 118. Removing the DLC module Next steps If you are removing a faulty heat sink, replace the Direct Liquid Cooling module, if not, remove the processor. Removing the processor Prerequisites WARNING: Remove the processor from processor and DLC module only if you are replacing the processor or DLC module.
  • Page 139 NOTE: Ensure to hold the retaining clip to the DLC module as you lift the TIM break lever. Figure 119. Removing the processor NOTE: Ensure to return the TIM break lever back to original position. 4. Using your thumb and index finger, first hold the retaining clip release tab at the pin 1 connector, pull out the tip of the retaining clip release tab, and then lift the retaining clip partially from the DLC module.

  • Page 140: Installing The Processor

    Figure 120. Removing the retaining clip Next steps Replace the processor. Installing the processor Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Remove the storage tray for Intel GPU configurations Remove the storage tray for NVIDIA GPU configurations Remove the lower brace cover for Intel GPU configurations Remove the lower brace cover for NVIDIA GPU...
  • Page 141 Figure 121. Installing the retaining clip 3. Align the processor with retaining clip, by using your fingers press the retaining clip on all the four sides until it clicks into place. NOTE: Ensure that the processor is securely latched to the retaining clip. Figure 122.
  • Page 142 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 the syringe after you use it. Figure 123. Applying thermal grease 6.

  • Page 143: Installing The Direct Liquid Cooling Module

    Figure 124. Installing the DLC module onto the processor Next steps Install the DLC module. Install the lower brace cover for Intel GPU configurations Install the lower brace cover for NVIDIA GPU configurations Install the storage tray for Intel GPU configurations Install the storage tray for NVIDIA GPU configurations 4.
  • Page 144 e. Check all the nuts to ensure they are firmly secured. 4. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 an 12 to Manifold from DLC module. 5. Rotate themetallic gate near to the liquid cooling tray and lock the blue thumb holder. Figure 125.

  • Page 145: Intrusion Switch

    Figure 126. Install the turtle shell Next steps Install the lower brace cover for Intel GPU configurations Install the lower brace cover for NVIDIA GPU configurations Install the storage tray for Intel GPU configurations Install the storage tray for NVIDIA GPU configurations 3.
  • Page 146 Figure 127. Removing the intrusion switch module Figure 128. Intrusion switch cabling diagram for Intel GPU configurations From RIO-INTRUSION_DET1 (Intrusion switch connector on Intrusion Switch on the Storage tray system board) Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 147: Installing The Intrusion Switch Module

    Figure 129. Intrusion switch cabling diagram for NVIDIA GPU configurations Table 71. Intrusion switch cable connections  From RIO-INTRUSION_DET1 (Intrusion switch connector on Intrusion Switch on the Storage tray system board) Next steps Replace the intrusion switch module. Installing the intrusion switch module Prerequisites 1.
  • Page 148 Figure 130. Installing the intrusion switch module Figure 131. Intrusion switch cabling diagram for Intel GPU configurations From RIO-INTRUSION_DET1 (Intrusion switch connector on Intrusion Switch on the Storage tray system board) Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 149: System Battery

    Figure 132. Intrusion switch cabling diagram for NVIDIA GPU configurations Table 72. Intrusion switch cable connections  From RIO-INTRUSION_DET1 (Intrusion switch connector on Intrusion Switch on the Storage tray system board) Next steps Install the riser 4A for Intel GPU configurations or install the riser 4B for NVIDIA GPU configurations.
  • Page 150 Figure 133. Removing the system battery 2. To install a new system battery: a. Hold the battery with the positive side facing up and slide it under the securing tabs. b. Press the battery into the connector until it snaps into place. Figure 134.

  • Page 151: Trusted Platform Module

    Trusted Platform Module This is a service technician replaceable part only. Upgrading the Trusted Platform Module Removing the TPM Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

  • Page 152: Initializing Tpm For Users

    Figure 135. Installing the TPM Initializing TPM for users Steps 1. Initialize the TPM. For more information, see Initializing the TPM 2.0 for users. 2. The TPM Status changes to Enabled, Activated. Initializing the TPM 2.0 for users Steps 1. While booting your system, press F2 to enter System Setup. 2.

  • Page 153: Installing The Ocp Card

    NVIDIA GPU configurations. CAUTION: Do not install GPUs, network cards, or other PCIe devices on your system that are not validated and tested by Dell. Damage caused by unauthorized and invalidated hardware installation will null and void the system warranty. Steps 1.

  • Page 154: System Board

    Figure 137. Installing the OCP card Next steps Install the risers 1A and 4A for Intel GPU configurations or Install the risers 1B and 4B for NVIDIA GPU configurations. 2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. System board This is a service technician replaceable part only.

  • Page 155: Installing The System Board

    Figure 138. Removing the system board Next steps Install the system board. Installing the system board Prerequisites NOTE: Before replacing the system board, replace the old iDRAC MAC address label on the Express Service Tag with the iDRAC MAC address label of the replacement system board. 1.
  • Page 156 3. If you are not using Easy Restore, import your new or existing iDRAC Enterprise license. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide available at https://www.dell.com/idracmanuals. 4. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

  • Page 157: Sliding Out The System Board Tray For Intel Gpu Configurations

    About this task Below is a list of options/steps available: Steps 1. Restore the service tag, license, and diagnostics information, press Y 2. Navigate to the Lifecycle Controller based restore options, press N 3. Restore data from a previously created Hardware Server Profile, press F10 NOTE: When the restore process is complete, BIOS prompts to restore the system configuration data.

  • Page 158: Sliding In The System Board Tray For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Figure 140. Sliding out the system board tray Next steps Sliding in the system board tray for Intel GPU configurations. Sliding in the system board tray for Intel GPU configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 159: Removing The System Board Tray For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Figure 141. Sliding in the system board tray Next steps 1. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module. Install the lower brace cover. 3. Reconnect all the cables onto the system board. For more information, see Cabling diagram Install the risers.
  • Page 160 Figure 142. Unlock the blue plungers 2. Rotate the handle upward, and then lock the two blue plungers near to the handle. Slightly (around 2 cm) slide out the system board tray until system board tray triangle mark is fully aligned with chassis triangle mark. Using both the hands, one hand holding the handle and another one holding the system handle, lift the tray out of the chassis.

  • Page 161: Installing The System Board Tray For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Figure 144. Removing the system board tray Next steps Install the system board tray for Intel GPU configurations. Installing the system board tray for Intel GPU configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
  • Page 162 Using both the hands, one hand holding the handle and another one holding the system handle, align system board tray alignment slot into T-standoffs on chassis. Figure 145. Alignment position 2. Hold the system board tray, slide it toward front of the chassis until the tray firmly locks in its place. 3.
  • Page 163 Figure 146. 4. Lock the four blue plungers. Figure 147. Lock the four blue plungers. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 164: Sliding Out The System Board Tray For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Next steps 1. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module. Install the lower brace cover. 3. Reconnect all the cables onto the system board. For more information, see Cabling diagram. Install the Risers. Install the Storage tray.

  • Page 165: Sliding In The System Board Tray For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Sliding in the system board tray for NVIDIA GPU configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Remove the storage tray. Remove the risers and keep the risers away from the system board tray and no need to disconnect the cables from the PSB. Remove the VSB cables from the system board.

  • Page 166: Removing The System Board Tray For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Removing the system board tray for NVIDIA GPU configurations 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 storage tray. Remove the risers and keep the risers away from the system board tray and no need to disconnect the cables from the PSB. Remove the VSB cables from the system board.

  • Page 167: Installing The System Board Tray For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Figure 151. Alignment of the triangle mark inside and outside the chassis Figure 152. Removing the system board tray Next steps Install the system board tray. Installing the system board tray for NVIDIA GPU configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
  • Page 168 2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system. Remove the storage tray. Remove the risers and keep the risers away from the system board tray and no need to disconnect the cables from the PSB. Remove the VSB cables from the system board.
  • Page 169 Figure 154. Installing the system board tray 4. Lock the four blue plungers. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 170: Lom Card And Rear I/O Board

    Figure 155. Lock the four blue plungers Next steps 1. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module. Install the lower brace cover. 3. Reconnect all the cables onto the system board. For more information, see Cabling diagram.

  • Page 171: Installing The Lom Card And Rear I/O Board

    Figure 156. Removing the LOM card Figure 157. Removing the rear I/O board Next steps Replace the LOM card and rear I/O board. Installing the LOM card and rear I/O board Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
  • Page 172 Steps 1. Align the connectors and slots on the LOM card or rear I/O board with the connector and standoffs on the system board. 2. Press the LOM card or rear I/O board until firmly seated on the system board connector. 3.

  • Page 173: Control Panel

    Control panel This is a service technician replaceable part only. Removing 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. Remove the riser 1A for Intel GPU configurations or Remove the riser 1B for NVIDIA GPU configurations.

  • Page 174: Installing 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. Remove the riser 1A for Intel GPU configurations or Remove the riser 1B for NVIDIA GPU configurations.

  • Page 175: Installing The Left Control Panel

    Steps 1. Using the Phillips 1 screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the left control panel and the cable cover to the system. 2. Disconnect the control panel cable from the connector on the system board. 3. Holding the cable, slide the left control panel out of the system. NOTE: Observe the routing of the cable as you remove the left control panel from the system.

  • Page 176: Intel Gpu Module, Cbb (Carrier Base Board) Cold Plate, Gpu Board, Gpu Cold Plates, Power Distribution Board (Pdb)

    Figure 163. Installing the left control panel Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Intel GPU module, CBB (Carrier Base board) cold plate, GPU board, GPU cold plates, Power Distribution Board (PDB) This is a service technician replaceable part only. Removing the PDB for Intel GPU configurations Prerequisites 1.
  • Page 177 Steps 1. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, remove the screws securing the plastic cable holder from the PDB. Figure 164. Removing the cable holder 2. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, remove the screws on the PDB. Holding the blue holders, lift the PDB away from the chassis.

  • Page 178: Installing The Pdb For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Figure 165. Removing the PDB Next steps Replace the PDB for Intel GPU configurations. Installing the PDB for Intel GPU configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system 3.
  • Page 179 Figure 166. Installing the PDB 2. Align and insert the plastic cable holder on the PDB. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, tighten the screws securing the plastic cable holder on the PDB. Figure 167. Installing the cable holder Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 180: Removing The Cbb Cold Plate Module For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Next steps Install the power supply units 2. Reconnect the cables connector on the PDB. Install the VSB cables on the PDB. 4. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes to the Manifold for the connectors 6, 7, 8. Install the system board tray.
  • Page 181 3. Install the handles on the CBB to remove the CBB away from the chassis. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, tighten the screws to secure the handles on the CBB. NOTE: The CBB handles are not preinstalled into the system. The handles are part of the CBB kit. Figure 169.

  • Page 182: Installing The Cbb Cold Plate Module For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Next steps Replace the CBB cold plate module for Intel GPU configurations. Installing the CBB cold plate module for Intel GPU configurations 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 storage tray.
  • Page 183 Figure 172. Figure 173. Installing and removing system components...
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  • Page 188 Figure 182. Figure 183. 3. Using both the hands, align and insert the CBB cold plate module on the GPU board. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, install and tighten the screws to secure the CBB on the GPU board. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 189 Figure 184. Installing the CBB cold plate module 4. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, remove the screws from the CBB handles. Lift the handles away from the CBB cold plate module. Figure 185. Removing the CBB handles 5. Pull the plunger and rotate the metallic gate . Plug the cold plate tubes numbering with 1 and 6 to the Manifold Liquid cooling.

  • Page 190: Removing The Sensor Tray For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Install the lower brace cover. 4. Reconnect all the cables onto the system board. For more information, see Cabling diagram. Install the risers. Install the storage tray. Install the VSB cables on the system board. 8. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system.
  • Page 191 Figure 187. Steps 1. Release the plunger and rotate the metallic gate to open. Figure 188. 2. Release all the GPU cold plate tubes from the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Figure 189. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 192 Figure 190. Liquid cooling tubes connectivity positions 3. Remove the sensor tray cable connector on the PDB. 4. Using Phillips 2 screwdriver, remove the screws from the sensor tray. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 193 Figure 191. 5. Move away the metallic bracket from the GPU cold plates. Repeat the same for all 8 brackets Figure 192. 6. Rotate GPU cold plate tubes. Ensure that each GPU cold plates block has 2 tubes, the tubes must go through the original block, not cross or pass through other blocks.
  • Page 194 Figure 193. 7. Remove and lift the sensor tray from the GPU cold plate. Figure 194. Next steps Replace the sensor tray for Intel GPU configurations. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 195: Installing The Sensor Tray For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Installing the sensor tray for Intel GPU configurations 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 storage tray. Remove the risers. Remove the VSB cables from the system board.
  • Page 196 Figure 197. 2. Using another hand, align and install the sensor tray on to the GPU cold plates. Figure 198. 3. Release the plunger and rotate the metallic gate to open. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 197 Figure 199. 4. Reconnect all the GPU cold plate tubes to the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Figure 200. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 198 Figure 201. Liquid cooling tubes connectivity positions 5. Reconnect the sensor tray cable connector on the PDB. 6. Using Phillips 2 screwdriver, tighten the screws to secure on to the sensor tray. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 199 Figure 202. 7. Push in the bracket under the cold plate/hose joint. Repeat the same for all 8 brackets. Figure 203. 8. Rotate the metallic gate to lock position and release the plunger. Next steps 1. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes from all the GPU cold plates to the Manifold. Slide in the system board tray.

  • Page 200: Removing The Gpu With Gpu Cold Plate For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Install the VSB cables on the system board. 9. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system. Removing the GPU with GPU cold plate for Intel GPU configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 201: Installing The Gpu With Gpu Cold Plate For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Next steps Replace the GPU with GPU cold plate for Intel GPU configurations. Installing the GPU with GPU cold plate for Intel GPU configurations 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 storage tray.

  • Page 202: Removing The Gpu Board For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Figure 206. Installing the GPU with GPU module Next steps Install the sensor tray. 2. Plug the cold plate tubes to the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Slide in the system board tray. 4. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module. Install the lower brace cover.
  • Page 203 Steps 1. Here is the orientation image for removal and installation sequence of liquid cooling tubes for processor, CBB, GPU cold plates. Figure 207. Removal and installation sequence of liquid cooling tubes for processor, CBB, GPU cold plates 2. Disconnect the power cables from the GPU board. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, remove the screws securing the GPU board from the chassis.

  • Page 204: Installing The Gpu Board For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Installing the GPU board for Intel GPU configurations 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 storage tray. Remove the risers. Remove the VSB cables from the system board.

  • Page 205: Removing The Gpu Cold Plate For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Figure 210. Installing the GPU board Next steps Install the GPU and GPU cold plates. Install the sensor tray. 3. Plug the cold plate tubes to the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Install the CBB cold plate module. Slide in the system board tray.
  • Page 206 Slide out the system board tray. 10. Unplug the cold plate tubes from the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Remove the sensor tray. Steps 1. Here is the orientation image for removal and installation sequence of liquid cooling tubes for processor, CBB, GPU cold plates.

  • Page 207: Installing The Gpu Cold Plate For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Installing the GPU cold plate for Intel GPU configurations 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 storage tray. Remove the risers. Remove the VSB cables from the system board.
  • Page 208 Figure 214. Figure 215. Figure 216. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 209 Figure 217. Figure 218. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 210 Figure 219. Figure 220. Figure 221. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 211 Figure 222. 3. Align and insert the GPU cold plate on the GPU module. Using the Torx T15 torque screwdriver, tighten the screws 3 turns as per sequence mentioned on the GPU cold plate. Use the same sequence to tighten the 4 screws on the cold plate to the maximum torque of 8 in-lbf.

  • Page 212: Removing The Gpu For Intel Gpu Configurations

    Removing the GPU for Intel GPU configurations 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 storage tray. Remove the risers. Remove the VSB cables from the system board.
  • Page 213 Remove the storage tray. Remove the risers. Remove the VSB cables from the system board. Remove lower brace cover. 7. Disconnect all the cables from the system board and make note of all the cable connections. For more information, see Cabling diagram.

  • Page 214: Nvidia Gpu Module, Gpu Board, Gpu Cold Plates, Pcie Switch Board (Psb), Power Distribution Board (Pdb)

    Figure 226. Installing the GPU module Next steps Install the GPU cold plates. Install the sensor tray. 3. Plug the cold plate tubes to the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Slide in the system board tray. 5. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module. Install the lower brace cover.
  • Page 215 5. Slide the PDB2 along with the tray toward front of the chassis and lift the PDB2 with tray away form the chassis along with the VSB cables. Figure 227. Removing the PDB2 6. Using Phillips screwdriver 2, loosen the screw to disengage VSB cables from the PDB2 connecting from the system board. 7.

  • Page 216: Installing The Pdb2 For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Installing the PDB2 for NVIDIA GPU configurations 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. Align the PDB2 on the tray and using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, tighten the screws to secure the PDB2 into the PDB2 tray. Figure 229.

  • Page 217: Removing The Pdb For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Figure 230. Installing the PDB2 5. Reconnect the signal cable on to the PDB2. Next steps Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system. Removing the PDB for NVIDIA GPU configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.

  • Page 218: Installing The Pdb For Nvidia Configurations

    Figure 231. Removing the PDB Next steps Replace the PDB for NVIDIA configurations. Installing the PDB for NVIDIA configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system 3.

  • Page 219: Removing The Psb Cold Plate For Nvidia Configurations

    Figure 232. Installing the PDB Next steps Install the power supply units. 2. Reconnect all the cable connectors on the PDB connected from PSB, system board and PDB2. For more information, see Cabling diagram Install the system board tray. 4. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module. Install the lower brace cover.
  • Page 220 Steps 1. Here is the orientation image for removal and installation sequence of liquid cooling tubes for processor, PSB cold plate, GPU cold plates. Figure 233. Removal and installation sequence of liquid cooling tubes for processor, PSB cold plate, GPU cold plates 2.

  • Page 221: Installing The Psb Cold Plate For Nvidia Configurations

    Next steps Replace the PSB cold plate for NVIDIA configurations. Installing the PSB cold plate for NVIDIA configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system 3.
  • Page 222 Figure 236. Removing the PCIe switch board cold plate 3. If you are using an existing PSB cold plate, remove the thermal grease on the PSB cold plate by using a clean lint-free cloth. NOTE: Follow the same procedure for a new heat sink. Figure 237.

  • Page 223: Removing The Psb For Nvidia Configurations

    Figure 238. Applying thermal grease CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and contaminating the PSB socket. NOTE: The thermal grease syringe is intended for single use only. Dispose of the syringe after you use it. Next steps 1.
  • Page 224 Steps 1. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, remove the screws securing the plastic cable holder from the PSB. Figure 239. Removing the cable holder 2. To disengage the PSB from the GPU board connectors, follow the steps that are mentioned below: a.

  • Page 225: Installing The Psb For Nvidia Configurations

    Figure 241. Removing the PSB Next steps Replace the PSB for NVIDIA configurations. Installing the PSB for NVIDIA configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system 3.
  • Page 226 Figure 242. Installing the PSB 2. Align and insert the plastic cable holder on the PSB. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, tighten the screws securing the plastic cable holder on the PSB. Figure 243. Installing the cable holder 3. To lock the PSB to the GPU assembly on the chassis, follow the steps that are mentioned below: a.

  • Page 227: Removing The Sensor Tray For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Figure 244. Locking the GPU assembly handle Next steps Install the PSB cold plates. 2. Reconnect all the cable connectors on the PSB connected from PDB, system board and PDB2. For more information, see Cabling diagram. Install the system board tray.
  • Page 228 Figure 245. Wear ESD gloves 12. Do not touch the sensor tray cable directly. Steps 1. Release the plunger and rotate the metallic gate to open. Figure 246. Release the plunger 2. Release all the GPU cold plate tubes from the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Figure 247.

  • Page 229: Installing The Sensor Tray For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    3. Tilt the sensor tray along the corner of the GPU 3 and remove the GPU sensor along the GPU 3, GPU 4, GPU 2 and GPU 1 respectively Figure 248. Remove the sensor tray 4. Remove the sensor tray cable connector on the PDB. 5.
  • Page 230 Remove the storage tray. Remove the risers and keep the risers away from the system board tray and no need to disconnect the cables from the PSB. 7. Disconnect all the cables from the system board and make note of all the cable connections. For more information, see Cabling diagram.
  • Page 231 Figure 250. 2. Keep the cold plate tubes away and pass through the sensor tray along the GPU 1, GPU 2, GPU 3 and then the GPU 4. Figure 251. 3. Hold the cold plate tubes and press the middle of the tray to install on to the GPU cold plates. Installing and removing system components...

  • Page 232: Removing The Gpu With Gpu Cold Plates For Nvidia Configurations

    4. Release the plunger and rotate the metallic gate to open. Figure 252. 5. Reconnect all the GPU cold plate tubes to the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Figure 253. 6. Reconnect the sensor tray cable connector on the PDB. 7. Rotate the metallic gate to lock position and release the plunger. Next steps Slide in the system board tray.
  • Page 233 Remove the storage tray. Remove the risers and keep the risers away from the system board tray and no need to disconnect the cables from the PSB. 7. Disconnect all the cables from the system board and make note of all the cable connections. For more information, see Cabling diagram.

  • Page 234: Installing The Gpu With Gpu Cold Plates For Nvidia Configurations

    Figure 255. Removing the GPU with GPU cold plate Next steps Replace the GPU with GPU cold plate for NVIDIA configurations. Installing the GPU with GPU cold plates for NVIDIA configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
  • Page 235 Figure 256. Removal and installation sequence of liquid cooling tubes for processor, PSB cold plate, GPU cold plates 2. Align and insert he GPU with GPU module on the GPU socket. Using Torx 15 screwdriver, tighten the four screws securing GPU with GPU module on GPU socket.

  • Page 236: Removing The Gpu Board For Nvidia Configurations

    Slide in the system board tray. 4. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module. Install the lower brace bracket. 6. Reconnect all the cables onto the system board. For more information, see Cabling diagram.
  • Page 237 a. Lift the GPU assembly handle to disengage the GPU tray clips. b. Lift the clips to release them from the clip holders. c. Ensure that the clips are free and lower the GPU assembly handle. Figure 259. Unlocking the GPU assembly handle 3.

  • Page 238: Installing The Gpu Board For Nvidia Configurations

    4. If you want to return or replace the NVIDIA GPU board to NVIDIA, remove the Dell provided protective cover from the GPU board connectors and replace with the NVIDIA provided protective cover. Next steps Replace the GPU board for NVIDIA configurations.
  • Page 239 Figure 262. Installing the protective cover 3. To lock the GPU assembly to the chassis, follow the steps that are mentioned below: a. Lift the GPU assembly handle to extend the clips. b. Fit the clips into the holders. c. Lower the GPU assembly handle to ensure the clips that are connected and the GPU assembly is secured. Figure 263.

  • Page 240: Removing The Gpu Cold Plate For Nvidia Configurations

    Figure 264. Installing the GPU board Next steps Install the GPU and GPU cold plates. Install the sensor tray. 3. Plug the cold plate tubes to the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Slide in the system board tray. 5. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module. Install the lower brace bracket.
  • Page 241 Slide out the system board tray. 11. Unplug the GPU cold plate tubes from the Manifold liquid cooling module. Remove the sensor tray. Steps 1. Here is the orientation image for removal and installation sequence of liquid cooling tubes for processor, PSB cold plate, GPU cold plates.

  • Page 242: Installing The Gpu Cold Plate For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    3. Using the Torx 15, loosen the screws securing the GPU cold plate on the GPU module. Open the protection cap and the neck. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, tighten the pivot screw three turns to break the thermal paste bond between GPU cold plate and the GPU module.
  • Page 243 Steps 1. Here is the orientation image for removal and installation sequence of liquid cooling tubes for processor, PSB cold plate, GPU cold plates. Figure 268. removal and installation sequence of liquid cooling tubes for processor, PSB cold plate, GPU cold plates 2.
  • Page 244 Figure 270. Figure 271. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 245 Figure 272. 3. The thermal kit contains the thermal paste and apply the paste on the GPU cold plate. Figure 273. Applying thermal paste Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 246 Figure 274. Applying thermal paste Figure 275. 4. Using the Torx 15, loosen the pivot screw of the handle from the GPU module. Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 247 Figure 276. Loosening the pivot screw 5. Align the insert the GPU cold plate along with handle in the GPU socket. Using the Torx 15 screwdriver, tighten the screws with 4 in-lbf torque value to secure the screws on the GPU cold plate. The sequence to tighten the screws is 1, 2, 3 and 4 as mentioned on the handle.

  • Page 248: Removing The Gpu For Nvidia Gpu Configurations

    Figure 278. Removing the handle Next steps Install the sensor tray. 2. Plug the cold plate tubes to the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Slide in the system board tray. 4. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module. Install the lower brace bracket.
  • Page 249 Remove the GPU cold plate. Steps 1. Here is the orientation image for removal and installation sequence of liquid cooling tubes for processor, PSB cold plate, GPU cold plates. Figure 279. removal and installation sequence of liquid cooling tubes for processor, PSB cold plate, GPU cold plates 2.

  • Page 250: Installing The Gpu For Nvidia Configurations

    Next steps Replace the GPU for NVIDIA configurations. Installing the GPU for NVIDIA configurations Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system 3. Disconnect the cables from the connector on the system board and the storage tray. Remove the VSB from the system board and keep it on the storage tray and no need to disconnect from the PDB2.

  • Page 251: Manifold Module

    Figure 282. Installing the GPU module Next steps Install the GPU cold plate. Install the sensor tray. 3. Plug the cold plate tubes to the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Slide in the system board tray. 5. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module. Install the lower brace bracket.
  • Page 252 ● Slide out the system board tray. ● Unplug the GPU cold plate tubes from the Manifold liquid cooling module. ● Remove the System board tray. ● Disconnect all the liquid cooling tubes from the Manifold. 4. For Intel GPU configurations: ●...

  • Page 253: Installing The Liquid Cooling Manifold

    Figure 284. Removing the liquid cooling manifold Next steps Replace the liquid cooling manifold. Installing the Liquid cooling Manifold Prerequisites 1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions. 2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system 3.
  • Page 254 e. Disconnect all the cables from the system board and make note of all the cable connections. For more information, see Cabling diagram. f. Disconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module and keep in on the system board and make sure do not damage any connectors on the system board.
  • Page 255 Figure 286. Installing the liquid cooling manifold 3. Align and install the lower brace into the chassis. Using the Phillips 2 screwdriver, tighten the thumbscrews to install the lower brace into the chassis. Figure 287. Installing the lower brace Installing and removing system components...
  • Page 256 Figure 288. Cold and hot tube correct installation positions Next steps 1. For NVIDIA GPU configurations: a. Plug the GPU cold plate tubes to the Manifold Liquid cooling module. Slide in the system board tray. c. Reconnect the liquid cooling tubes 11 and 12 from the Manifold for DLC module. Install the lower brace bracket.

  • Page 257: Chapter 8: Jumpers And Connectors

    Jumpers and connectors This topic provides some basic and specific information about jumpers and switches. It also describes the connectors on the various boards in the system. Jumpers on the system board help to disable the system and reset the passwords. To install components and cables correctly, you must know the connectors on the system board.
  • Page 258 Table 73. System board jumpers and connectors (continued) Item Connector Description J_SL11 PCIe connector 11 (applicable only for XE9640 with Intel GPU) J_SL12 PCIe connector 12 (applicable only for XE9640 with Intel GPU) J_OCP1 OCP NIC 3.0 connector BAT1 Coin cell battery XDP connector TPM connector J_DSL1...

  • Page 259: System Board Jumper Settings

    Table 73. System board jumpers and connectors (continued) Item Connector Description J_SL6 PCIe connector 6 J_FAN_2U3 Fan 3 connector B9, B1, B15, B7, B11, B3, B13, B5 DIMM for CPU 2 channels A, B, C, D J_SL5 PCIe connector 5 (applicable only for XE9640 with NVIDIA GPU) J_FAN_2U2 Fan 2 connector...

  • Page 260: Disabling A Forgotten Password

    Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.

  • Page 261: Chapter 9: System Diagnostics And Indicator Codes

    System diagnostics and indicator codes The diagnostic indicators on the system front panel display system status during system startup. Topics: • Status LED indicators • iDRAC Direct LED indicator codes • LCD panel • NIC indicator codes • Power supply unit indicator codes •...

  • Page 262: Idrac Direct Led Indicator Codes

    The LCD panel is used to configure or view the iDRAC IP address of the system. For information about the event and error messages generated by the system firmware and agents that monitor system components, go to qrl.dell.com >...

  • Page 263: Viewing Home Screen

    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. ● When the system powers off and there are no errors, the LCD enters the standby mode after five minutes of inactivity. Press any button on the LCD to power it on.

  • Page 264: View Menu

    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..

  • Page 265: Power Supply Unit Indicator Codes

    Table 80. NIC indicator codes (continued) 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 266: Drive Indicator Codes

    Table 81. AC and DC PSU status indicator codes (continued) Power indicator codes Condition same power rating. This results in a PSU mismatch condition or failure to power on the system. CAUTION: If two PSUs are used, they must be of the same type and have the same maximum output power.

  • Page 267: Using System Diagnostics

    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 268 System diagnostic controls Table 83. System diagnostic controls  Menu Description Configuration Displays the configuration and status information of all detected devices. Results Displays the results of all tests that are run. System health Provides the current overview of the system performance. Event log Displays a time-stamped log of the results of all tests run on the system.

  • Page 269: Chapter 10: 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 270: Quick Resource Locator For Poweredge Xe9640 System

    Dell. This information is used by Dell Technical Support to troubleshoot the issue. ● Proactive contact — A Dell Technical Support agent contacts you about the support case and helps you resolve the issue.

  • Page 271: Chapter 11: Documentation Resources

    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 support site: 1. Click the documentation link that is provided in the Location column in the table.
  • Page 272 Methods to download firmware and drivers section in this document. Managing your system For information about systems management www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals software offered by Dell, see the Dell OpenManage Systems Management Overview Guide. For information about setting up, using, www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals >...

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