Back-PanelFeatures And Indicators, Item, Icon, R720xd

Back-Panel Features And Indicators

Figure 7. Back-Panel Features and Indicators—PowerEdge R720

Figure 8. Back-Panel Features and Indicators—PowerEdge R720xd

Item	Indicator, Button, or	Icon	Description
	Connector

1	System identification button		The identification buttons on the front and back panels
			can be used to locate a particular system within a rack.
			PowerEdge R720	When one of these buttons is
				pressed, the LCD panel on the
				front and the system status
				indicator on the back flashes
				until one of the buttons is
				pressed again.
			PowerEdge	When one of these buttons is
			R720xd	pressed, the system status
				indicator on the back flashes
				until one of the buttons is
				pressed again.
			Press to toggle the system ID on and off.
			If the system stops responding during POST, press and
			hold the system ID button for more than five seconds to
			enter BIOS progress mode.
			To reset iDRAC (if not disabled in F2 iDRAC setup) press
			and hold the button for more than 15 seconds.
2	System identification		Connects the optional system status indicator assembly
	connector		through the optional cable management arm.
3	iDRAC7 Enterprise port		Dedicated management port.

NOTE: The port is available for use only if the iDRAC7

Enterprise license is installed on your system.

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.