Dell™ PowerEdge™ R610 Technical Guidebook

Section 15. Rack Information

A. Overview / Description

Rack installation components such as rails are provided with the PowerEdge R610 Rack Kit. The rack installation components are as follows: sliding rack mount with latest generation Cable Management Arm (CMA). The PowerEdge R610 will feature slam latches to offer easier removal from the rack. When the system is installed in a rack, please observe the following guidelines:

Nothing should be located within 12” of the front of the unit that would restrict the airflow into the system.

Nothing should be mounted or placed behind the chassis that would restrict airflow from exiting the system. Only Dell-approved CMAs can be placed behind the chassis. All other objects should be located at least 24” away from the rear of the chassis.

When two systems are placed back to back, the separation between the units should be at least 24” if the exit airflow is equivalent for the two chassis. This will allow the exit air to escape without creating an extreme back pressure at the rear of one of the chassis.

B. Cable Management Arm (CMA)

Cable Type

Number of cables

 

 

Mouse – USB

1

 

 

Keyboard – USB

1

 

 

Video – VGA

1

 

 

Power Cords

2

 

 

LOMs – Ethernet

1

 

 

PCI NICs

1

 

 

Total

7

 

 

Notes: • CMA supports for the maximum number of cables supported by system

The numbers in this matrix represent the number and types of external cables required to be supported by the CMA solution.

This matrix is built on the practical worst case configuration in each platform based on prior and projected take rates. Note that other combinations of adapters and associated cables exist, but are assumed to fall within these guidelines from the standpoint of bend radius and flexibility, cable bundling, cable volume, etc.

PCI NIC cables are assumed to be Ethernet.

KVM cable dongle may be used for mouse/keyboard/video.

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Dell R610 manual Rack Information Overview / Description, Cable Management Arm CMA, Cable Type Number of cables

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.