Dell R610 owner manual NIC Hardware Key

3Open the system. See "Opening the System."

4Remove the VFlash media from the iDRAC6 Enterprise Card. See"Removing a VFlash Media Card."

5If installed, remove the expansion card from expansion-card riser 2. See "Removing an Expansion Card."

6Remove the iDRAC6 Enterprise card:

aPull back slightly on the two tabs at the front edge of the card and gently lift the front edge of the card off of the retention standoffs.

As the card releases from the standoffs, the connector under the card disengages from the system board connector.

bSlide the card away from the back of the system until the RJ-45 connector is clear of the back panel, then lift the card out of the system.

7Reinstall the expansion card. See "Installing an Expansion Card."

8Close the system. See "Closing the System."

9Reconnect the system and peripherals to their power sources, and turn them on.

NIC Hardware Key

iSCSI and other functionalities for the system’s embedded NICs are enabled by installing an NIC hardware key in the iSCSI key socket on the system board.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

NOTE: When future NIC functionality is added, you must install a new hardware key that adds that functionality.

1Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.

2Open the system. See "Opening the System."

Installing System Components

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