Dell PowerEdge 1655MC - Manual (Page 4)

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System Overview
Dell™ PowerEdge™ 1655MC Systems User's Guide
Server Module Status Features
Back-Panel Features
System Features
Supported Operating Systems
Power Protection Devices
Other Documents You May Need
Obtaining Technical Assistance
Your system can include up to six server modules (or blades). Each server module functions as an individual system encompassing up to two microprocessors,
up to two hard drives, and up to two memory modules (see
Figure 1 -1 ). To function as a system, a server module is inserted into a chassis which includes
power supplies, fans, a system management module, and at least one network switch module. The power supplies, fans, system management module, and
network switch module are shared resources of the server modules in the chassis. In addition, your system may also ship with a USB diskette drive and a USB
CD drive, which you can use for system setup and configuration.
Figure 1-1. System Overview
This section describes the major hardware and software features of your system and provides information about the indicators on the system's front and back
panels. It also provides information about other documents you may need when setting up your system and how to obtain technical assistance.
Server Module Status Features
Each server module has five indicators and one power button on the front of the server module (see Figure 1 -2 ). The indicators include a status indicator, two
network link indicators, a hard-drive activity indicator, and a power indicator. The server module has a USB port on the front of the module. The USB port is
used to connect either the USB diskette drive or USB CD drive.
Figure 1-2. Server Module Indicators
NOTE: The USB port can only be used with the USB diskette drive or USB CD drive supplied by Dell. The USB port will not operate properly with any
other USB device.