Installing Expansion-Card Risers

Figure 41. Identifying Connectors on the Expansion Card Riser 3

1. expansion-card slot 6

2. expansion-card slot 7

3.power connector (for GPU cards)

4.If applicable, remove or install an expansion card on the riser.

5.Replace the expansion-card riser.

6.Close the system.

7.Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Installing Expansion-Card Risers

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.

1.If applicable, reinstall the expansion card(s) into the expansion card riser.

2.Align the expansion-card riser with the connector and the riser guide pin on the system board.

3.Lower the expansion-card riser into place until the expansion-card riser is fully seated in the connector.

4.Close the system.

5.Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

6.Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card.

GPU Card Installation Guidelines

NOTE: Internal GPU cards are supported on the PowerEdge R720 and not on the PowerEdge R720xd.

NOTE: Due to the high power consumption of GPUs, the ambient system inlet temperature is restricted to 30 °C to ensure adequate system cooling when one or more GPU cards are installed in PowerEdge R720. Note that this is less than the standard environmental specification of 35 °C.

•The PowerEdge R720 must be installed with two processors.

•The processor must be of 115 W or less.

•The processor must use a GPU kit low-profile heat sink.

•Ensure the GPU enablement kit is available. GPU enablement kit includes:

–Low-profile heat sinks

–System board support brackets

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R720XD, R720 specifications

The Dell PowerEdge R720 and R720xd are powerful rack servers designed to deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and scalability for a wide range of data center applications. As part of Dell's 12th generation of PowerEdge servers, they come equipped with advanced features and technologies that cater to diverse workloads.

Both models are built on the Intel Xeon processor E5-2600 family, supporting dual-socket configurations. This allows for an impressive maximum memory capacity of up to 768 GB with 32 DIMM slots, enabling efficient handling of memory-intensive applications. The R720 and R720xd are designed with efficiency in mind, allowing organizations to optimize their resource utilization while maintaining high performance.

One of the most noteworthy features of the R720 and R720xd is the flexible storage options. The R720 can accommodate up to 16 2.5-inch drives, while the R720xd extends this capacity to 24 2.5-inch drives or 12 3.5-inch drives, greatly enhancing storage scalability. This flexibility is essential for businesses with growing data needs, allowing them to configure the server according to their specific requirements.

Both servers come with the iDRAC7 (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller), which provides advanced management capabilities. iDRAC7 enables IT administrators to remotely monitor and control the server, simplifying the management of hardware functions and system updates. The optional Lifecycle Controller further streamlines server deployment and management, offering integrated systems management capabilities.

In terms of networking, the R720 and R720xd support a variety of network interface cards, including 1 GbE and 10 GbE options. This ensures that organizations can select the right networking capabilities for their specific workload and performance requirements.

Power efficiency is another significant characteristic of these servers. Equipped with Dell’s Energy Smart technologies, they can reduce power consumption and operating costs. Features like power capping and efficient fan control help achieve optimal thermal management in the data center.

In summary, the Dell PowerEdge R720 and R720xd are robust and versatile servers that offer exceptional performance for mission-critical applications. With their advanced processor support, memory capacity, flexible storage configurations, and comprehensive management features, they are well-suited for organizations looking to enhance their IT infrastructure.
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