Integrated Devices Screen

Menu Item

Description

Integrated RAID

Allows you to enable or disable the integrated RAID controller. By default, the Integrated RAID

Controller

Controller option is set to Enabled.

User Accessible USB

Allows you enable or disable the user accessible USB ports. Selecting Only Back Ports On

Ports

disables the front USB ports and selecting All Ports Off disables both front and back USB ports.

 

By default, the User Accessible USB Ports option is set to All Ports On.

Internal USB Port

Allows you to enable or disable the internal USB port. By default, the Internal USB Port option

 

is set to On.

Internal SD Card Port

Enables or disables the system’s internal SD card port. By default, Internal SD Card Port option

 

is set to On.

 

NOTE: This option is displayed only if IDSDM is installed on the system board.

Internal SD Card

If set to Mirror mode, data is written on both SD cards. If any one of the SD card fails, data is

Redundancy

written to the active SD card. Data from this card is copied to the replacement SD card at the

 

next boot. By default, Internal SD Card Redundancy option is set to Mirror.

 

NOTE: This option is displayed only if IDSDM is installed on the system board.

Integrated Network

Allows you to enable or disable the integrated network card 1. By default, the Integrated

Card 1

Network Card 1 option is set to Enabled.

OS Watchdog Timer

Allows you to enable or disable the OS watchdog timer. When this field is enabled, the

 

operating system initializes the timer and the OS watchdog timer helps in recovering the

 

operating system. By default, the OS Watchdog Timer option is set to Disabled.

Embedded Video

Allows you to enable or disable the Embedded Video Controller. By default, the embedded

Controller

video controller is Enabled.

SR-IOV Global Enable

Allows you to enable or disable the BIOS configuration of Single Root I/O Virtualization (SR-

 

IOV) devices. By default, the SR-IOV Global Enable option is set to Disabled.

Slot Disablement

Allows you to enable or disable available PCIe slots on your system. The Slot Disablement

 

feature controls the configuration of PCIe cards installed in the specified slot.

 

CAUTION: Slot disablement must be used only when the installed peripheral card is

 

preventing booting into the Operating System or causing delays in system startup. If the

 

slot is disabled, both the Option ROM and UEFI driver are disabled.

Memory Mapped I/O

Allows you to enable support for PCIe devices that require large amounts of memory. By

above 4 GB

default, the option is set to Enabled.

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Dell R320 owner manual Integrated Devices Screen

R320 specifications

The Dell PowerEdge R320 is a significant addition to the enterprise server lineup, capturing the needs of businesses that require efficiency, reliability, and scalability. Designed for a variety of applications, the R320 caters to both light virtualization and everyday workloads. Its compact 1U form factor makes it an optimal choice for space-constrained server environments.

One of the standout features of the R320 is its support for Intel Xeon E5-2400 processors, which deliver enhanced performance with up to eight cores per processor. This multi-core capability enables businesses to handle more tasks simultaneously, leading to improved overall productivity. The server supports up to two processors, allowing organizations to scale their compute power as needed.

Memory is another critical aspect where the R320 excels. It boasts 12 DIMM slots, allowing for a maximum memory capacity of 192 GB with 16 GB DDR3 memory modules. This high memory capacity ensures that the server can manage large datasets and perform demanding computations without bottlenecks.

The storage options in the R320 are versatile, with support for up to eight 2.5-inch hot-swappable drives, providing organizations the flexibility to configure storage according to their specific needs. The server supports both SAS and SATA drives, enabling users to choose between speed and capacity. This variety allows businesses to optimize their storage for both performance-oriented applications and large volume data storage.

Networking capabilities are robust, featuring integrated Broadcom NetXtreme II dual-port 1GbE network interface cards (NICs), which enhance connectivity and provide redundancy for mission-critical operations. For additional performance, users can upgrade the NICs to 10GbE options, ensuring that the R320 can handle future network demands.

The R320 also incorporates Dell’s innovative management features through the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC). This technology allows administrators to monitor the server's health remotely and perform management tasks, reducing the need for physical access to the hardware and ensuring smooth operations.

In terms of energy efficiency, the R320 includes features such as power management settings and energy-efficient components designed to minimize power consumption without compromising performance. This aspect is increasingly important as organizations seek to reduce their carbon footprint and operational costs.

Overall, the Dell PowerEdge R320 is an impressive server that combines powerful processing capabilities, flexible storage options, and advanced management features, making it a suitable choice for a wide range of enterprise applications. Whether for small to medium-sized businesses or larger enterprises, the R320 delivers the performance, scalability, and reliability necessary for today's demanding workloads.