Item

Indicator, Button, or

Icon

 

Description

 

Connector

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

NMI button

 

 

 

 

 

Used to troubleshoot software and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

device driver errors when using 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.

3

USB connectors (2)

 

 

 

 

 

Connects USB devices to the system.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The ports are USB 2.0-complaint.

4

Video connector

 

 

 

 

 

Connects a monitor to the system.

5

LCD menu buttons

 

 

 

 

 

Allows you to navigate the control panel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LCD menu.

6

LCD panel

 

 

 

 

 

Provides system ID, status information,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and system error messages.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The LCD lights blue during normal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

system operation. The LCD lights

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

amber when the system needs attention,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and the LCD panel displays an error

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

code followed by descriptive text.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: If the system is connected to AC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

power and an error has been detected,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the LCD lights amber regardless of

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

whether the system has been powered on.

7

System identification

 

 

 

 

 

The identification buttons on the front

 

button

 

 

 

 

 

and back panels can be used to locate a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

particular system within a rack. When

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

one of these buttons is pushed, the LCD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

panel on the front and the system status

indicator on the chassis back panel flash blue until one of the buttons is pushed again.

About Your System

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Dell A03, R610 Operating systems documentation, USB connectors, Ports are USB 2.0-complaint, LCD menu, LCD panel

A03, R610 specifications

The Dell PowerEdge R610 is a 1U rack server that combines outstanding performance with advanced management features, making it ideal for enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. Introduced as part of Dell’s 11th generation of servers, the R610 is designed to meet demanding workloads while optimizing energy consumption.

One of the main features of the R610 is its dual-socket capability, supporting up to two Intel Xeon 5500 or 5600 series processors. This allows significant scaling of compute power, enabling users to run multiple applications concurrently without a hitch. The server supports up to 192 GB of DDR3 memory with 18 DIMM slots, providing ample bandwidth for memory-intensive workloads.

Storage flexibility is another hallmark of the R610. It offers a choice of up to six 2.5-inch SAS, SATA, or solid-state drives, which allows for impressive storage capacities and the option for RAID configurations. This ensures data integrity and high availability, catering to the needs of various applications from databases to virtual environments.

The Dell R610 introduces advanced virtualization technologies, with support for VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V, making it an excellent choice for virtualized environments. With the option to deploy multiple virtual machines on a single physical server, organizations can maximize resource allocation and reduce costs.

In terms of management, the R610 is equipped with the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) which provides out-of-band management capabilities. This feature allows administrators to monitor system health, perform firmware updates, and manage hardware without the need for physical access to the server.

Energy efficiency is a notable characteristic of the R610, complying with Energy Star requirements. It utilizes lower power consumption components and features such as dynamic power management, which adjusts the power usage based on real-time workload demand. This characteristic contributes to lower operational costs and a reduced environmental footprint.

The Dell PowerEdge R610 excels in providing an optimal balance of performance, manageability, and energy efficiency, making it a powerful tool for IT environments that demand reliability and scalability. Its robust feature set and support for virtualization technologies position it as a favorable choice for businesses looking to enhance their IT infrastructure efficiently.