LCD Panel Features

Item	Indicator, Button, or	Icon	Description
	Connector

4	NMI button		Used to troubleshoot software and device driver errors
			when running certain operating systems. This button can
			be pressed using the end of a paper clip.
			Use this button only if directed to do so by qualified
			support personnel or by the operating system's
			documentation.
5	Hard drives		3.5 inch hard	Up to twelve 3.5 inch hot-
			3.5 inch hard	Up to twelve 3.5 inch hot-
			drive systems	swappable hard drives.
			2.5 inch hard	Up to twenty-four 2.5 inch hot-
			drive systems	swappable hard drives.
6	Video connector		Allows you to connect a VGA display to the system.
7	USB connector		Allows you to connect USB devices to the system. The
			port is USB 2.0-compliant.
8	Information tag		A slide-out label panel which allows you to record system
			information such as Service Tag, NIC, MAC address, and
			so on as per your need.

NOTE: The LCD panel is present only on PowerEdge R720.

The system's LCD panel provides system information and status and error messages to indicate when the system is operating correctly or when the system needs attention. See System Error Messages for information about specific error codes.

•The LCD backlight lights blue during normal operating conditions and lights amber to indicate an error condition.

•The LCD backlight is off when the system is in standby mode and can be turned on by pressing either the Select, Left, or Right button on the LCD panel.

•The LCD backlight remains off if LCD messaging is turned off through the iDRAC utility, the LCD panel, or other tools.

Figure 5. LCD Panel Features

R720XD, R720 specifications

The Dell PowerEdge R720 and R720xd are powerful rack servers designed to deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and scalability for a wide range of data center applications. As part of Dell's 12th generation of PowerEdge servers, they come equipped with advanced features and technologies that cater to diverse workloads.

Both models are built on the Intel Xeon processor E5-2600 family, supporting dual-socket configurations. This allows for an impressive maximum memory capacity of up to 768 GB with 32 DIMM slots, enabling efficient handling of memory-intensive applications. The R720 and R720xd are designed with efficiency in mind, allowing organizations to optimize their resource utilization while maintaining high performance.

One of the most noteworthy features of the R720 and R720xd is the flexible storage options. The R720 can accommodate up to 16 2.5-inch drives, while the R720xd extends this capacity to 24 2.5-inch drives or 12 3.5-inch drives, greatly enhancing storage scalability. This flexibility is essential for businesses with growing data needs, allowing them to configure the server according to their specific requirements.

Both servers come with the iDRAC7 (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller), which provides advanced management capabilities. iDRAC7 enables IT administrators to remotely monitor and control the server, simplifying the management of hardware functions and system updates. The optional Lifecycle Controller further streamlines server deployment and management, offering integrated systems management capabilities.

In terms of networking, the R720 and R720xd support a variety of network interface cards, including 1 GbE and 10 GbE options. This ensures that organizations can select the right networking capabilities for their specific workload and performance requirements.

Power efficiency is another significant characteristic of these servers. Equipped with Dell’s Energy Smart technologies, they can reduce power consumption and operating costs. Features like power capping and efficient fan control help achieve optimal thermal management in the data center.

In summary, the Dell PowerEdge R720 and R720xd are robust and versatile servers that offer exceptional performance for mission-critical applications. With their advanced processor support, memory capacity, flexible storage configurations, and comprehensive management features, they are well-suited for organizations looking to enhance their IT infrastructure.