Initial system configuration, Before you begin, Initial setup sequence – Dell PowerEdge VRTX User Manual
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Initial system configuration
Before you begin
CAUTION: The enclosure power supplies must be connected to a PDU or to an electrical outlet. The power
supplies require a 100 V to 120 V or 200 V to 240 V power source. You can select only one AC power input, as the
system does not operate at both ranges simultaneously.
NOTE: Ensure that all the component software are upgraded to the latest versions. For information on the latest
supported firmware and driver versions, see the Drivers & Downloads link on dell.com/support/drivers, for your
system.
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Your system supports server modules that are specifically configured for the enclosure, and can be identified by a
label marked PCIe on the server module. If you install server modules that are not configured for the enclosure, an
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Ensure that you have downloaded the latest BIOS on the server module(s) from dell.com/support.
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Update all PCIe mezzanine card firmware and iDRAC firmware on the server module(s).
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Download the latest version of CMC firmware from dell.com/support. Also, make sure that you have the
Dell Systems
Management Tools and Documentation
DVD that was included with your system.
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If your network uses static addressing, you need the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway to configure the CMC
and other modules in the enclosure.
Initial setup sequence
CAUTION: To maintain optimum thermal conditions, ensure that there are no obstructions to airflow on the front
and back of the enclosure. The front and back of the enclosure must have at least 30 cm (12 inches) and 61 cm (24
inches) of unobstructed space respectively.
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Unpack the enclosure and the server module(s) and identify each item. For more information, see the
Getting Started
Guide
and
Rack Installation Guide
at dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
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The tower system has four feet on its bottom panel that can be extended outward to help properly stabilize the
system. You can also install the optional wheel assembly. For more information, see
.
WARNING: Failure to extend the system feet outward poses the risk of having the system tip over, possibly
causing bodily injury or damage to the system.
CAUTION: Rolling the system on its wheels can cause vibrations that can damage the system.
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If you are using the optional rack configuration, assemble the rails and install the system in the rack following the
safety instructions and the rack installation instructions provided with your system. For more information on
converting the system to rack mode, see
Converting The System From Tower Mode To Rack Mode
.
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Install the server module(s).
CAUTION: Do not turn on the server module(s) until you have configured the I/O module.
2.
Connect the network cable to the I/O module to provide network connection to the server.
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