Re: PE R620 Firmware Updates
Ok, in that case we can’t update within the OS but we can use the repository manager to create a disk with the updates. Or you can use the same tool with a vcenter plugin to run updates...
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if you go to step 2, the bottom link is for Test Network Connection, does that work or does it fail? Also, what versions of idrac and Lifecycle controller firmware do you have on the system at this point?
View ArticleRe: T320 Drive Caddy Stuck
Get a can of Teflon spray lubricant (Bordens or Remmington)( type which only leaves a dry film of teflon )... will not hurt servers as the Teflon dispersion and solvents are non conductive. Spray...
View ArticleRe: Dell T320 IPMI / lifecycle
I just dealt with this issue today as a matter of fact. Our customer had just moved an R620 from one data center to another, and began receiving this exact message during POST. The server would still...
View ArticleRe: T320 Drive Caddy Stuck
This shows how simple it *should* be: (Please visit the site to view this video)If you're following the steps shown here and still having issues, definitely contact Dell directly for assistance.
View ArticlePoweredge 840 Boot-up issues
We are having problems booting up our Poweredge 840 server. When turning it on we get an amber flashing light, fan does not come on. We have a known good working server on site that is identical, so we...
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An amber light indicates that there is some hardware issue, as you have ruled out the power supply by swapping it with the other server, it would be one of the other components, probably the...
View ArticleE122A and E122D
Hi there Have a Power Edge T605.Error message in LCD panel - E122D CPU 1 VDDID and then E122A CPU 1 VTT.I am able to run the server BUT only if I put the RAM in the 4 'B' slots.Any clues?Steve
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Hi Steve,Those errors are voltage errors relating to CPU 1, which is why the memory is working only on the B side. Try to reseat the processor and possibly swap it with the other one to isolate the...
View ArticleRe: Service Tag Change for Dell R510
Could I get a copy of the utility too? I have 2 R510's that had the system board replaced. Thanks!
View ArticleRe: PE R210 II Crashing
FilipeSizilioMsg: IPMI - Jun 27 15:08:30 2013: system board:: Watchdog 2 sensor (OS Watchdog) Timer expired "System Board".The watchdog timer is just a heartbeat monitor. It installs a drive into the...
View ArticleRe: T320 Drive Caddy Stuck
I would bet money that the screws that hold the drive inside the caddy weren't tightened enough and the screw heads are catching.
View ArticleRe: E1614 PS error on DELL 2950
This error can show up if only one of the two power supplies is actually plugged in. check for loose connections. ;-)
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Re: PowerEdge 2900 (III) L5420 Dual Cpu Upgrade
BIOS updated to 2.7.0, ESM/BMC updated to 2.50, NVRAM cleared. Still not working.
View ArticleRe: PowerEdge 2900 (III) L5420 Dual Cpu Upgrade
Did we ever confirm it IS actually a 2900 III? Josh asked for the Service Tag, but nothing more was said about it. ONLY the III will take the 5400-series procs. There have been some on here whose...
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theflash1932Did we ever confirm it IS actually a 2900 III? Josh asked for the Service Tag, but nothing more was said about it. When I checked it looked like a II and not a III, but was an...
View ArticleRe: PowerEdge 2900 (III) L5420 Dual Cpu Upgrade
OK. Where can I get list of compatible processors?
View ArticleRe: PowerEdge 2900 (III) L5420 Dual Cpu Upgrade
IF yours is a 2900 II, then any of these processors should work:ark.intel.com/.../30702,28035,30791,29767,35129,29774,28032,28443,28031,28030IF yours is a I, then the 5100-series is the best you can...
View ArticlePE R710 not powering
I have a couple R710 that I built 1 CPU, 16 Gig , 2 870W power. When I plug in the power the server goes on stand by mode. No errors on the LCD. I have same set up on a different unit Working fine.I...
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