Dell 8 User Manual

76 About Your System
PowerConnect M6220 Ethernet Switch Module
The PowerConnect M6220 Ethernet switch module includes four external
10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet connectors and one USB type A form factor serial
connector. See Figure 1-30.
Two option bays support the following three module options:
• A resilient stacking module with 2 x 24 Gb stacking ports
• A 10 Gb Ethernet module with two 10 Gb optical XFP connectors
• A 10 Gb Ethernet module with two copper CX4 uplinks
Installing two option modules provides additional stacking and redundancy
support. Sixteen internal Gb Ethernet connectors link to the blades in the
enclosure.
For additional information about the PowerConnect M6220 Ethernet switch
module, see the documentation that shipped with the module. For general
information on installing this module, see "I/O Modules" on page 274.

Dell 8 Specifications

General

Brand	Dell
Model	8
Category	Server
Language	English

Summary

About Your System

Accessing System Features During Start-up

Learn to access BIOS, Boot Manager, and LifeCycle Controller during system startup.

System Overview

Understand the system architecture, including blades, enclosure, and shared resources.

System Control Panel Features

Identify and understand the functions of the system's front panel controls and indicators.

LCD Module

Explore the LCD module's role in configuration, deployment, and status reporting.

Using the System Setup Program and UEFI Boot Manager

Choosing the System Boot Mode

Select between BIOS and UEFI boot modes for operating system installation and startup.

Entering the System Setup Program

Step-by-step guide to access and navigate the System Setup utility for hardware configuration.

System Setup Options

Overview of configurable settings within the System Setup program, from time to security.

Installing Blade Components

Removing and Installing a Blade

Detailed instructions for safely removing and installing server blades into the enclosure.

System Memory

Guidance on installing, configuring, and troubleshooting system memory modules for various blade models.

Processors

Procedures for installing and replacing processor units, including heat sink management.

Installing Enclosure Components

Power Supply Modules

Information on installing, removing, and managing hot-swappable power supply modules.

Fan Modules

Instructions for removing and installing fan modules to ensure proper system cooling.

CMC Module

Steps for managing the Chassis Management Controller (CMC) module, including installation and removal.

I/O Modules

Details on installing and removing various Input/Output (I/O) modules for network connectivity.

Troubleshooting Your System

Troubleshooting External Connections

Diagnose issues related to monitors, keyboards, mice, and USB devices connected to the system.

Troubleshooting Enclosure Components

Procedures to diagnose and resolve problems with power supplies, fans, CMC, and network switch modules.

Troubleshooting Power Supply Modules

Steps to identify and resolve issues with power supply modules, including indicator checks.

Running System Diagnostics

Running the System Diagnostics

Guide on how to initiate and perform system diagnostics tests for hardware troubleshooting.

System Diagnostics Testing Options

Overview of the different testing modes available, such as Quick, Extended, and Advanced tests.

System Board Information

Blade System Board Jumper Settings

Details on configuring blade system board jumpers for password and NVRAM settings.

System Board Connectors

Diagrams and descriptions of key connectors and components on the PowerEdge M910 system board.

Getting Help

Contacting Dell

Information on how to contact Dell support for technical assistance and service.