Dell M1000E owner manual Fabric B, Fabric C

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Fabric B

Fabric B is a 1 to 40 Gb/sec redundant fabric, supporting I/O module slots B1 and B2. Fabric B currently supports 1 Gb or 10 Gb Ethernet, DDR/QDR Infiniband, and 4 Gbps or 8 Gbps fibre channel modules. Additional fabric types may be supported in the future.

NOTE: Fabric B supports up to 16 Gbps fibre channel, Infiniband FDR (14 Gbps standard), and KR (10 Gbps standard).

To communicate with an I/O module in the Fabric B slots, a blade must have a matching mezzanine card installed in a Fabric B mezzanine card location.

Modules designed for Fabric A may also be installed in the Fabric B slots.

Fabric C

Fabric C is a 1 to 40 Gb/sec redundant fabric, supporting I/O module slots C1 and C2. Fabric C currently supports 1 Gb or 10 Gb Ethernet, DDR/QDR Infiniband, and 4 Gbps or 8 Gbps fibre channel modules. Additional fabric types may be supported in the future.

NOTE: Fabric C supports up to 16 Gbps fibre channel, Infiniband FDR (14 Gbps standard), and KR (10 Gbps standard).

To communicate with an I/O module in the Fabric C slots, a blade must have a matching mezzanine card installed in a Fabric C mezzanine card location.

Modules designed for Fabric A may also be installed in the Fabric C slots.

Port Auto-Disablement in Quad-Port Network Daughter Card (Dell PowerEdge M710HD Only)

Systems installed with quad-port Network Daughter Card support a Port Auto-Disablement feature. This feature disables the third (NIC3) and fourth (NIC4) ports of a quad-port network daughter card during system boot, if the corresponding I/O module installed in the chassis Fabric A slots does not support quad-port mapping. This behavior is limited to Fabric A slots only and is automatically enabled or disabled depending on the type of I/O module installed.

NOTE: A quad-port network daughter card must be used with a 48-port switch module (32 internal ports) for all the ports to be active.

NOTE: LOM firmware updates are applied only to the enabled ports on a quad-port network daughter card.

The following table provides an overview of the configurations that enable or disable the NIC3 and NIC4 ports of a quad-port network daughter card.

Table 1. Port Auto-Disablement Decision Table

IOM Slot A1

IOM Slot A2

NIC3 and NIC4

Port Auto-Disablement

 

 

(Enabled/Disabled)

 

 

 

 

 

Empty

Empty

Enabled

Inactive

Empty

Dual Port

Disabled

Active

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Contents Dell PowerEdge M1000e Enclosure Page Contents Configuring The I/O Modules Installing Enclosure Components Getting help 107 Troubleshooting The EnclosureTechnical Specifications 101 About your system System OverviewBlade Numbering Full Height Blades System Control-Panel Features Control-Panel FeaturesLCD Module LCD Module Features LCD DisplayConfiguration Wizard Using The LCD Module MenusPage Back-Panel Features Back-Panel FeaturesPower Supply Indicators Back-Panel Module Bay NumberingPower Supply Indicators Fan Module Indicators Fan Module IndicatorsAvocent iKVM Analog Switch Module Optional Avocent Analog iKVM Switch Module IndicatorsAvocent Analog iKVM Switch Module Features CMC Module Features CMC ModuleCMC Fail-Safe Mode CMCDaisy-Chain CMC Network Connection System Messages CMC Daisy-ChainingDocumentation Matrix Quick Resource Locator Quick Resource LocatorInitial Setup Sequence Before You BeginInitial CMC Network Configuration Configuring The CMC Using The LCD Configuration WizardLogging In To The CMC Using The Web-Based Interface Configuring The CMC Using a Management Station And CLIAdding And Managing CMC Users Configuring iDRAC Networking Using The Web-Based Interface Setting The First Boot Device For ServersDownloading The CMC Firmware Configuring And Managing PowerInstalling Or Updating The CMC Firmware Updating The CMC Firmware Using Racadm Configuring The Optional iKVM Switch ModuleUpdating The CMC Firmware Using The Web-Based Interface Updating The iKVM FirmwareTiering The Avocent iKVM Switch From a Digital KVM Switch Tiering The Avocent iKVM Switch From An Analog KVM SwitchConfiguring The Analog Switch FlexAddress Viewing And Selecting ServersFlexAddress Plus Startingmac00188BFFDCFA + 0xCF = endingmac00188BFFDDC9Connectivity General I/O Module Configuration GuidelinesNetwork Information Fabric aFabric B Fabric CFull-Height Blades PowerEdge M610x OnlyMezzanine Cards Half-Height BladesModule or Pass-through Module Port Mapping-Full-Height Blades Standard LOM Dual-Port MappingDual-Port Mezzanine Cards Blade Module Mezz1FabC Port Mezz2FabB Mezz3FabC Mezz4FabB Blade Module Mezz3FabC Port Mezz4FabB Mezz1FabC Mezz2FabB Page Quad-Port Mezzanine Cards Variable value From 1 toModule Port MappingHalf-Height Blades Example of I/O Module Port Assignments Half-Height Blade Example of Half-Height Blade Port Mapping Modules-Switches Brocade M6505 16 Gbps FC SAN I/O Module Cisco Nexus B22 Fabric Extender ModuleDell PowerEdge M I/O Aggregator Switch Cisco Nexus B22 Fabric Extender ModuleDell Force10 MXL 10/40 GbE Switch Dell PowerEdge M I/O Aggregator SwitchExpansion slots Mellanox M4001F/M4001Q/M4001T Infiniband Switch I/O Module Dell PowerConnect KR 8024-k SwitchDell PowerConnect M8428-k 10 Gb Converged Network Switch Dell PowerConnect KR 8024-k SwitchMellanox M2401G DDR Infiniband Switch I/O Module Mellanox M3601Q QDR Infiniband Switch I/O Module Mellanox M2401G DDR Infiniband Switch ModuleCisco Catalyst Ethernet Switch I/O Modules Mellanox M3601Q QDR Infiniband Switch I/O ModuleDell PowerConnect M6348 1 Gb Ethernet Switch I/O Module Cisco Catalyst Ethernet Switch Module FeaturesDell PowerConnect M6220 Ethernet Switch I/O Module PowerConnect M6348 1 Gb Ethernet Switch I/O Module FeaturesDell PowerConnect M8024 10 Gb Ethernet Switch I/O Module PowerConnect M6220 Ethernet Switch I/O ModulePowerConnect M8024 10 Gb Ethernet Switch I/O Module Dell 8/4 Gbps FC SAN ModuleBrocade M5424 FC8 I/O Module Dell 8/4 Gbps FC SAN ModuleBrocade M5424 FC8 I/O Module Modules-Pass-Through Dell 4 Gbps Fibre Channel Pass-Through ModulePost Dell 10 GbE KR Pass-Through I/O Module Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass-Through Module Dell 10 GbE KR Pass-Through I/O Module10/100/1000 Mb Ethernet Pass-Through I/O Module Gb Ethernet Pass-Through ModuleActivity indicators Removing a Blade Removing And Installing a BladeRecommended Tools Install the I/O connector cover over the I/O connector Power Supply Modules Installing a BladePower Supply Blanks AC Power Supply ModulesPower Cable Retention Clip Installing An AC Power Supply DC Power Supply Modules Wiring Instructions For a DC Power SupplyInput Requirements Assembling The DC Input Power Wires And DC Power Connector Assembling the DC Input Power Wires Removing a DC Power Supply Installing a DC Power Supply Fan Modules Removing a Fan ModuleInstalling a Fan Module Removing a CMC ModuleInstalling a CMC Module CMC Module SD CardIKVM Module Removing An iKVM ModuleInstalling An iKVM Module ModulesInstalling An I/O Module Removing An I/O ModuleEnclosure Bezel Removing The Enclosure BezelEnclosure Midplane Installing The Enclosure BezelRemoving The Front Module Cage Assembly And Midplane Front module cage assembly Enclosure Torx T20 screws Installing The Midplane And Front Module Cage Assembly Removing and Installing the MidplaneEnclosure Control Panel Assembly Removing The Control PanelInstalling The Control Panel Removing The LCD ModuleInstalling The LCD Module Removing and Installing the LCD ModuleTroubleshooting The Enclosure Troubleshooting Enclosure ComponentsTroubleshooting a Wet Enclosure Troubleshooting Power Supply ModulesTroubleshooting Fan Modules Troubleshooting The iKVM ModuleTroubleshooting I/O Modules Technical Specifications Enclosure SpecificationsUSB Module Specifications Page For temperatures between 40 C and 45 C, de Page Contacting Dell Quick Resource LocatorDocumentation Feedback
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M1000E specifications

The Dell M1000E blade enclosure is a robust and versatile platform designed to optimize data center efficiency and streamline server management. A fundamental component of Dell's PowerEdge series, the M1000E is engineered to house multiple server blades in a compact, modular chassis, enabling organizations to conserve space and reduce power consumption while enhancing performance.

One of the main features of the Dell M1000E is its ability to accommodate up to 16 half-height server blades or 8 full-height server blades. This flexibility allows for a diverse range of configurations tailored to specific workloads, whether for virtualization, database management, or application hosting. The chassis provides shared power supplies and cooling, further contributing to the enclosure's efficient operation.

In terms of connectivity, the M1000E includes integrated high-speed networking capabilities. It can support multiple generations of networking technologies, ranging from Gigabit Ethernet to 10 Gigabit Ethernet, and offers options for Fibre Channel and InfiniBand connections. This extensive range of networking options ensures that organizations can integrate the M1000E into existing infrastructures seamlessly.

The Dell M1000E also utilizes advanced management tools to simplify administration and monitoring. One of the standout features is the Dell OpenManage suite, which provides a comprehensive set of tools for hardware management and system updates. Users gain insights into system health, performance, and power usage, enabling proactive maintenance and optimization of resources.

The enclosure is designed with scalability in mind. As businesses grow, the M1000E can be expanded easily by adding more blades without the need for significant reconfiguration. This scalability ensures that IT departments can respond rapidly to changing demands, ensuring that resources align with organizational requirements.

From a security standpoint, the M1000E provides multiple layers of protection, including secure access controls and configurable management interfaces. This helps safeguard sensitive information and ensures compliance with stringent data protection regulations.

Overall, the Dell M1000E blade enclosure represents a compelling solution for modern data centers, merging performance, efficiency, and scalability into a single chassis designed to meet the demands of today’s enterprise environments. Its advanced technologies and features make it a valuable asset for organizations looking to enhance their IT infrastructure.