Memory Overview / Description, DIMMs Supported

Dell™ PowerEdge™ T610 Technical Guidebook

Section 7. Memory

A. Overview / Description

The PowerEdge T610 utilizes DDR3 memory providing a high performance, high-speed memory interface capable of low latency response and high throughput. The PowerEdge T610 supports Registered ECC DDR3 DIMMs (RDIMM) or Unbuffered ECC DDR3 DIMMs (UDIMM).

Key features of the PowerEdge T610 memory system include:

•Registered (RDIMM) and Unbuffered (UDIMM) DDR3 technology

•Each channel carries 64 data and eight ECC bits

•Support for up to 96GB of RDIMM memory (with 8GB RDIMMs)

•Support for up to 24GB of UDIMM memory (with 2GB UDIMMs)

•Support for 1066/1333MHz single and dual rank DIMMs

•Support for 1066MHz quad rank DIMMs

•Single DIMM configuration with DIMM at socket DIMM A1

•Support ODT (On Die Termination)

•Clock gating (CKE) to conserve power when DIMMs are not accessed

•DIMMs will enter a low-power self-refresh mode

•I2C access to SPD EEPROM and thermal sensors

•Single Bit Error Correction

•SDDC (Single Device Data Correction – x4 or x8 devices)

•Multi Bit Error Detection

•Support for Closed Loop Thermal Management on RDIMMs and UDIMMs

•Support for Advanced ECC mode

•Support for Memory Optimized mode

•Support for Memory Mirroring

•No support for Memory Sparing

B. DIMMs Supported

The DDR3 memory interface consists of three channels, with up to two RDIMMs or UDIMMs per channel for single/dual rank and up to two RDIMMs per channel for quad rank. The interface uses 2GB, 4GB, or 8GB RDIMMs; only 1GB or 2GB UDIMMs are supported. The memory mode is dependent on how the memory is populated in the system:

•Three channels per CPU populated identically

•Typically, the system will be set to run in Memory Optimized (Independent Channel) mode in this configuration. This mode offers the most DIMM population flexibility and system memory capacity, but offers the least number of RAS (reliability, availability, service) features.

•All three channels must be populated identically.

•The first two channels per CPU populated identically with the third channel unused

•Typically, two channels operate in Advanced ECC (Lockstep) mode with each other by having the cache line split across both channels. This mode provides improved RAS features (SDDC support for x8-based memory).

•For Memory Mirroring, two channels operate as mirrors of each other — writes go to both channels and reads alternate between the two channels.

•One channel per CPU populated

•This is a simple Memory Optimized mode. No mirroring or sparing is supported.

The PowerEdge T610 memory interface supports memory demand and patrol scrubbing, single-bit correction and multi-bit error detection. Correction of a x4 or x8 device failure is possible through the

T610 specifications

The Dell PowerEdge T610 is a versatile tower server that caters to the needs of small to medium-sized businesses as well as remote offices. Designed to deliver a balance of performance, reliability, and expandability, the T610 is notable for its ease of use and management features.

Equipped with Intel’s Xeon processor, the T610 supports dual-socket configurations allowing users to install a pair of processors to boost computational power. This configuration can accommodate a wide range of Xeon CPUs, thus making it adaptable to various workloads. The system can support up to 192 GB of DDR3 memory in 18 DIMM slots, providing ample RAM for demanding applications and virtualization tasks.

The T610 offers several storage options inclusive of both hard disk drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD). The server features up to eight 3.5-inch drive bays or up to twelve 2.5-inch bays, giving users flexibility in terms of capacity and performance. It supports RAID configurations, enabling data redundancy and improved performance, and provides several RAID controller options, ensuring data integrity.

One of the standout aspects of the T610 is its management capabilities, facilitated by the Dell OpenManage suite. This comprehensive management tool allows for easy monitoring, configuring, and updating of server hardware and firmware. The integrated iDRAC (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller) enables remote management, which is essential for maintenance and troubleshooting, especially in environments where physical access may be limited.

With robust network features, the T610 is equipped with integrated Gigabit Ethernet ports. Additional network interface cards can be added for increased bandwidth and redundancy, ensuring uninterrupted network connectivity. The server is also designed with various expansion slots including PCIe, giving the flexibility to adapt to future needs by adding more functionality through expansion cards.

Furthermore, energy efficiency is a key consideration in the design of the T610. It features energy-efficient power supplies and components that help reduce overall operational costs while minimizing environmental impact.

The Dell PowerEdge T610 serves as an efficient and reliable solution for businesses looking for a balance of power, flexibility, and manageability in their server infrastructure. Whether for file sharing, application hosting, or virtualization, the T610 provides the essential features needed to support a growing business landscape.