Dell™ PowerEdge™ R610 Technical Guidebook

I. Unmanaged Persistent Storage

The unmanaged persistent storage consists of two ports:

one located on the control panel board

one located on the Internal SD Module.

The port on the control panel is for an optional USB key and is located inside the chassis. Some of the possible applications of the USB key are:

User custom boot and pre-boot OS for ease of deployment or diskless environments

USB license keys for software applications like eToken™ or Sentinel Hardware Keys

Storage of custom logs or scratch pad for portable user-defined information (not hot-pluggable)

The Internal SD Module is dedicated for an SD Flash Card with embedded Hypervisor for virtualization. The SD Flash Card contains a bootable OS image for virtualized platforms.

II. Lifecycle Controller/Unified Server Configurator

Embedded management is comprised of several pieces which are very interdependent.

Lifecycle Controller

Unified Server Configurator

iDRAC6

vFLASH

Lifecycle controller is the hardware component that powers the embedded management features. It is integrated and tamperproof storage for system-management tools and enablement utilities (firmware, drivers, etc.). It is flash partitioned to support multiple, future use cases

Dell Unified Server Configurator is a 1:1 user interface exposing utilities from Lifecycle Controller. Customers will use this interface to configure hardware, update server, run diagnostics, or deploy the operating system. This utility resides on Lifecycle Controller. To access the Unified Server Configurator, press <F10> key within 10 seconds of the Dell logo display during the system boot process. Current functionality enabled by the Unified Server Configurator includes:

feature

description

 

 

Faster O/S

Drivers and the installation utility are embedded on system, so no need to

Installation

scour DELL.COM

 

 

Faster System Updates

Integration with Dell support automatically directed to latest versions of

the Unified Server Configurator

 

 

 

More Comprehensive

Diagnostic utilities are embedded on system

Diagnostics

 

 

 

Simplified Hardware

Detects RAID controller and allows user to configure virtual disk and

choose virtual disk as boot device, eliminating the need to launch a

Configuration

separate utility

 

 

 

III. iDRAC6 Express

The iDRAC6 Express is the first tier of iDRAC6 upgrades. In addition to upgrading the system with a Lifecycle Controller, the iDRAC6 Express offers the following key features:

Graphical web interface

Standard-based interfaces

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Dell R610 manual Feature Description

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.