Option

Description

 

 

Port B

Auto enables BIOS support for the device attached to

(Off default)

SATA port B. Off disables BIOS support for the device.

 

 

Boot Settings Screen

Option

Description

 

 

Boot Mode

CAUTION: Switching the boot mode could prevent

(BIOS default)

the system from booting if the operating system was

 

not installed in the same boot mode.

 

If the system operating system supports Unified

 

Extensible Firmware Interface, you can set this option to

 

UEFI. Setting this field to BIOS allows compatibility

 

with non-UEFI operating systems.

 

NOTE: Setting this field to UEFI disables the Boot

 

Sequence, Hard-Disk Drive Sequence, and USB Flash Drive

 

Emulation Type fields.

Boot Sequence

If Boot Mode is set to BIOS, this field tells the system

 

where the operating system files needed for startup are

 

located. If Boot Mode is set to UEFI, you can access the

 

UEFI boot manager utility by rebooting the system and

 

pressing <F11> when prompted to do so.

Hard-Disk Drive

Determines the order in which the BIOS will attempt to

Sequence

boot from hard drives in the system during system

 

startup.

USB Flash Drive

Determines the emulation type for a USB flash drive.

Emulation Type

Hard disk allows the USB flash drive to act as a hard

(Auto default)

drive. Floppy allows the USB flash drive to act as a

 

removable diskette drive. Auto automatically chooses an

 

emulation type.

 

Auto automatically chooses the appropriate emulation

 

type for the device, except for devices installed in the

 

internal SD card slot. A device installed in the internal

 

SD card slot will automatically emulate a hard drive. If

 

you install a device in this slot that is configured as a

 

removable diskette drive, you must manually set the

 

emulation type to Floppy.

Using the System Setup Program and UEFI Boot Manager

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R710 specifications

The Dell PowerEdge R710 is a highly versatile and robust server that has been a popular choice for businesses seeking reliable performance and efficient management. Launched as part of Dell’s 11th generation PowerEdge line, the R710 is designed to handle various workloads, making it ideal for virtualization, data analysis, and enterprise applications.

One of the standout features of the R710 is its support for dual Intel Xeon 5500 or 5600 series processors. This capability allows for substantial processing power and improved energy efficiency through Intel’s Nehalem architecture. The server can accommodate up to 128GB of DDR3 RAM across its 16 DIMM slots, delivering the memory capacity needed for demanding applications while also providing the performance enhancements of higher memory speeds.

The R710 also boasts an impressive array of storage options. It supports up to eight 2.5-inch or six 3.5-inch hard drives, which can be configured in various RAID levels for enhanced data protection and performance. The server is compatible with both SAS and SATA drives, providing flexibility for different storage needs. Additionally, the optional PERC (PowerEdge RAID Controller) allows for enhanced RAID configurations, ensuring data integrity and performance optimization.

In terms of connectivity, the Dell R710 comes equipped with four Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed networking. This connectivity facilitates effective communication in virtualized and clustered environments. The server is also built with optional iDRAC (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller) technology, which provides administrators with advanced management capabilities, remote control, and monitoring features that simplify server administration, minimize downtime, and enhance overall productivity.

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In summary, the Dell PowerEdge R710 is an enterprise-class server that balances power, flexibility, and efficient management features. With its dual-processor capability, extensive memory options, robust storage configurations, and advanced management tools, it remains a solid choice for organizations looking to streamline their IT operations and enhance performance.