Dell 2500 manual Installing a Scsi Hard-Disk Drive, Removing a Scsi Hard-Disk Drive

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NOTE: Dell recommends that you use only drives that Dell has tested and approved for use with the SCSI backplane board.

Refer to the following guidelines when you configure the SCSI drive:

•Disable termination on the drive. The SCSI backplane board provides termination for the SCSI bus.

•Set the SCSI ID on all drives to 0. All SCSI ID numbers for the drives are set by the SCSI backplane board.

•Configure the drive so that the drive motor waits for a Start Unit command from the SCSI host adapter before spinning.

You may need to use different programs than those provided with the operating system to partition and format SCSI hard-disk drives. See "Installing and Configuring SCSI Drivers," in the User's Guide for information and instructions.

CAUTION: Do not turn off or reboot your system while the drive is being formatted. Doing so can cause a drive failure.

When you format a high-capacity SCSI hard-disk drive, allow enough time for the formatting to be completed. Long format times for these drives are normal. A 9 GB hard-disk drive, for example, can take up to 2.5 hours to format.

Installing a SCSI Hard-Disk Drive

NOTICE: Hot-plug drive installation is not supported for systems without an integrated RAID controller or Dell PERC host adapter card.

1.If the system does not have a RAID controller installed, shut down the system.

2.Open the front bezel (see "Removing the Front Bezel" in "Troubleshooting Your System").

3.Open the hard-disk drive carrier handle (see Figure 7-2).

Figure 7-2. Installing a SCSI Hard-Disk Drive Carrier

4.Insert the carrier into the drive bay (see Figure 7-2).

5.Close the drive carrier handle to lock the drive in place.

6.Close the front bezel.

7.Install any required SCSI device drivers (see "Installing and Configuring SCSI Drivers," in the User's Guide for information).

8.If the hard-disk drive is a new drive, run the SCSI Controllers test in the Dell Diagnostics.

Removing a SCSI Hard-Disk Drive

NOTICE: Hot-plug drive installation is not supported for systems without an integrated RAID controller or Dell PERC host adapter card.

1.If the system does not have a RAID controller installed, shut down the system.

2.For systems with Dell PERC host adapter cards, power down the hard-disk drive bay and wait until the SCSI hard-disk drive indicator codes on the drive carrier signal that the drive may be removed safely.

If the drive has been online, the drive status indicators will flash sequentially as the drive is powered down. When all indicators are turned off, the drive is ready

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Contents Initial release January System Board Jumpers Jumpers and ConnectorsJumpers-A General Explanation JumpersScsi Backplane Board Connectors System Board ConnectorsJumper Setting Description Interposer Board Connectors Disabling a Forgotten PasswordBack to Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Cold cathode fluorescent tube Compact disc Adjusted decibels Direct currentCelsius Compact disc read-only memoryError checking and correction Direct memory accessDynamic random-access memory Expanded Memory SpecificationEmbedded server management Fahrenheit Electrostatic dischargeEnhanced small-device interface File allocation tableInterrupt request IdentificationIntegrated drive electronics Industry-Standard ArchitectureMilliampere-hours Megabytes Megabits Master boot recordLow voltage differential Meters Milliamperes Megabits per secondPower-supply distribution board Nonvolatile random-access memoryPower-on self-test Nickel-metal hydrideResource Configuration Utility Random-access memoryRandom-access memory digital-to-analog converter Synchronous dynamic random-access memoryUninterruptible power supply Static random-access memorySystem setup utility Universal Service Ordering Code VoltsExtended memory manager EXtended Memory SpecificationWatt-hours Zero insertion forceOther Documents You May Need Safety, Regulatory, and Warranty InformationIntroduction Getting HelpBack to Contents Bezel Indicators Indicators, Messages, and CodesFront-Panel Indicators and Features Back-Panel Features Scsi Hard-Disk Drive Indicator CodesAll three drive status indicators are off Redundant Power Supply FeaturesCondition Indicator Code Drive failedSystem Messages Indicator Indicator CodeMessage Cause Corrective Action Installed Nonbootable diskette is preventing the system from bootingDiskette drive From a bootable diskette Nvramclr jumper is Using the System Setup Program, in the Users Guide forFaulty application Restart the application FaultyKeyboard cable connector loose or Faulty 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CoverChecking the Equipment Troubleshooting the Video SubsystemTroubleshooting the Keyboard Replacing the System CoverTroubleshooting a Serial I/O Device Troubleshooting the Basic I/O FunctionsDevice connected to one of the serial ports is not working Troubleshooting the Integrated NIC Troubleshooting a Parallel PrinterTroubleshooting a USB Device Parallel printer is not workingInside the System NIC cannot communicate with netResponding to a Dell OpenManage Server Agent Alert Message Troubleshooting a Wet SystemTroubleshooting a Damaged System Liquid spills Splashes Excessive humidityTroubleshooting Redundant Power Supplies Troubleshooting the System BatteryTroubleshooting a Cooling Fan Troubleshooting Expansion Cards Removing a Cooling FanTroubleshooting System Memory Faulty memory module Faulty system boardTroubleshooting the Diskette Drive Troubleshooting the Video SubsystemTroubleshooting the System Board Error message indicating a system board problemTroubleshooting a CD-ROM Drive Troubleshooting an External Scsi Tape DriveTroubleshooting Hard-Disk Drives ¡ Hard drive failure indicator on the control panel lightsTroubleshooting an Integrated RAID Controller Troubleshooting a RAID Controller CardBack to Contents RAID battery connector Installing System Board OptionsConnector or Socket Description System battery connectorReplacing the Front Fan Assembly Removing the Front Fan AssemblyRemoving and Replacing Fan Assemblies Replacing the Back Fan Assembly Removing the Back Fan AssemblyRemoving and Replacing Individual Fans Installing an Expansion Card Expansion CardsRemoving an Expansion Card Removing and Installing the Cooling ShroudRemoving the Cooling Shroud Removing and Installing a Power Supply Installing the Cooling ShroudMemory Module Installation Guidelines Memory Upgrade KitsAdding Memory Total Desired Memory Performing a Memory Upgrade128 MB 64 MB None 256 MB 512 MB Installing Memory Modules Removing Memory ModulesMicroprocessor Upgrades Adding or Replacing a MicroprocessorMaintain proper thermal conditions Unpack the new microprocessor14. Pin-1 Identification 17. Installing the VRM 18. Installing the RAID Controller Memory Module Activating the Integrated RAID ControllerInstalling the RAID Battery Removing the RAID BatteryReplacing the System Battery 21. Installing the Battery Installing the Peripheral Bay Installing DrivesRemoving the Peripheral Bay Scsi ID Numbers Scsi Configuration InformationInterface Cables Device TerminationInstalling a Tape Drive That Uses a Controller Card Installing the Tape Drive Connecting an External Scsi Tape DriveInstalling Scsi Hard-Disk Drives Before You BeginInstalling a Scsi Hard-Disk Drive Removing a Scsi Hard-Disk DriveInstalling a Dell Host Adapter Card Installing a Scsi Backplane Daughter CardConfiguring the Boot Device Installing a Scsi Backplane Board Daughter CardTechnical Assistance Getting HelpHelp Overview Help ToolsProblems With Your Order AutoTech ServiceDell Contact Numbers Before You CallWebsite http//support.euro.dell.com Country Code City Code Australia SydneyAustria Vienna Belgium BrusselsDenmark Horsholm Chile SantiagoChina Xiamen 009Ireland Cherrywood Germany LangenHong Kong Italy Milan Home and Small BusinessLuxembourg Website http//support.jp.dell.com Korea SeoulLatin America MacauPoland Warsaw New ZealandNorway Lysaker PortugalTaiwan Sweden Upplands VasbySwitzerland Geneva ThailandBack to Contents Back to Contents Figures Tables

2500 specifications

The Dell 2500 is a remarkable embodiment of innovation in the world of computing. Renowned for its robust performance and versatility, the Dell 2500 caters to a wide array of users, from businesses to educational institutions, and even casual home users. Equipped with cutting-edge features and technologies, it stands out in the competitive market of laptops and desktops.

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