Dell T320 owner manual Integrated Devices Screen, Serial Communications Screen

Models: T320

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Integrated Devices Screen

Menu Item

Description

User Accessible USB

Allows you enable or disable the user accessible USB ports. Selecting Only Back Ports On

Ports

disables the front USB ports and selecting All Ports Off disables both front and back USB ports.

 

By default, the User Accessible USB Ports option is set to All Ports On.

Internal USB Port

Allows you to enable or disable the internal USB port. By default, the Internal USB Port option

 

is set to On.

Internal SD Card Port

Enables or disables the system’s internal SD card port. By default, Internal SD Card Port option

 

is set to On.

 

NOTE: This option is displayed only if IDSDM is installed on the system board.

Internal SD Card

If set to Mirror mode, data is written on both SD cards. If any one of the SD card fails, data is

Redundancy

written to the active SD card. Data from this card is copied to the replacement SD card at the

 

next boot. By default, Internal SD Card Redundancy option is set to Mirror.

 

NOTE: This option is displayed only if IDSDM is installed on the system board.

Embedded NIC1 &

Allows you to enable or disable Embedded NIC1 & NIC2. By default, the Embedded NIC1 &

NIC2

NIC2 option is set to Enabled.

OS Watchdog Timer

Allows you to enable or disable the OS watchdog timer. When this field is enabled, the

 

operating system initializes the timer and the OS watchdog timer helps in recovering the

 

operating system. By default, the OS Watchdog Timer option is set to Disabled.

Embedded Video

Allows you to enable or disable the Embedded Video Controller. By default, the embedded

Controller

video controller is Enabled.

SR-IOV Global Enable

Allows you to enable or disable the BIOS configuration of Single Root I/O Virtualization (SR-

 

IOV) devices. By default, the SR-IOV Global Enable option is set to Disabled.

Slot Disablement

Allows you to enable or disable available PCIe slots on your system. The Slot Disablement

 

feature controls the configuration of PCIe cards installed in the specified slot.

 

CAUTION: Slot disablement must be used only when the installed peripheral card is

 

preventing booting into the Operating System or causing delays in system startup. If the

 

slot is disabled, both the Option ROM and UEFI driver are disabled.

Serial Communications Screen

Menu Item

Description

Serial Communication

Allows you to select serial communication devices (Serial Device 1 and Serial Device 2) in the

 

BIOS. BIOS console redirection can also be enabled and the port address used can be

 

specified. By default, Serial Communication option is set to On without Console Redirection.

Serial Port Address

Allows you to set the port address for serial devices. By default, the Serial Port Address option

 

is set to Serial Device 1=COM2, Serial Device 2=COM1.

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T320 specifications

The Dell PowerEdge T320 is a versatile tower server designed to meet the needs of small to medium-sized businesses. It is engineered to handle a variety of workloads, from data storage and virtualization to basic web serving and productivity applications. With a blend of performance, reliability, and expandability, the T320 serves as a robust solution for organizations looking to enhance their IT infrastructure.

One of the standout features of the T320 is its use of Intel's Xeon E5-2400 series processors, which deliver outstanding computing power and efficiency. Supporting up to two processors, this tower server can be configured to handle demanding tasks effectively. The ability to support up to 768GB of DDR3 memory through its 12 DIMM slots ensures that the T320 can manage memory-intensive applications, making it well-suited for data analytics and virtualization.

Storage capacity is another significant advantage of the T320. It comes equipped with up to eight 3.5-inch drives, which can be configured for RAID to enhance data protection and performance. The server supports both SATA and SAS drives, allowing for a range of options when it comes to speed and capacity. Additionally, a built-in PERC controller facilitates RAID configuration and monitoring, providing an additional layer of security for critical data.

The T320's design focuses on scalability, featuring several expansion slots for PCIe add-in cards. This allows businesses to grow their server capabilities over time, adding components such as graphics cards or network interface cards as needed. Furthermore, the server includes integrated 1GB Ethernet ports, facilitating easy connectivity within a network.

In terms of management and monitoring, the Dell PowerEdge T320 features the integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC), which provides out-of-band management capabilities. This allows IT administrators to remotely manage and monitor server health and performance, reducing the need for physical access and streamlining maintenance tasks.

Moreover, the T320 emphasizes energy efficiency. With Dell's Energy Smart technologies, the server is designed to minimize power consumption and heat production while maintaining high performance. This not only contributes to lower operational costs but also supports environmentally friendly practices.

Overall, the Dell PowerEdge T320 is an efficient and reliable tower server that provides businesses with the performance and flexibility needed to manage various workloads. Its robust features, combined with Dell's commitment to quality and service, make it a valuable asset for companies looking to improve their IT operations.