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This article describes the different type of controllers and the ways in which they should be reseated.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000228521
This article describes how to view and clear the system event log (SEL) in System Setup.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000226396
This article describes how to find the iDRAC's current MAC address.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000226214
If the LifeCycle Controller (LCC) is enabled but it is missing in the menu during the POST, it is possible that you must import the iDRAC license to enable it again.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000205309
Most PowerEdge servers and other products that leverage a PowerEdge server hardware have an embedded Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller. This article helps to quickly identify the iDRAC version.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000177885
The following article provides information about mounting, and unmounting driver packs using iDRAC9 on a Dell PowerEdge Server.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000160908
This article explains how to use the Import Server License feature to import an iDRAC license from the Lifecycle Controller UI.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000139682
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Physical Drives replacement in RAID Server and MD Arrays
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000139367
The file upload function of Dell TechDirect allows sending data directly to Dell Technical Support. Follow these eight steps to provide necessary information to your contact at Dell Support.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000139072
This article discusses the differences between static and sliding rack rails for installing Dell PowerEdge servers. Learn about mounting options, instructions, and resources for optimal rack configuration.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000139234
This article provides information about how to disable C-States and C1E on a PowerEdge Server.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000135039
This article explains how to perform a driver or firmware update directly from the operating system (OS) using a Dell Update Packages (DUP).
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000130467
This article provides information about identifying the hard driver properties in OMSA, system setup page, and iDRAC interface.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000129559
This article explains how to restore the BIOS defaults settings on a Dell PowerEdge Server. This procedure may be valid for other Dell products.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000128677
This article shows how to use and set up the virtual media function of Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) 6, 7, 8, or 9.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000124001
This article explains how to replace a cache disk in a vSAN configuration.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000120252
Upgrading the NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX‑6 LX Ethernet adapter firmware to versions 26.46.30.48 or 26.47.10.88 triggers a fan speed increase. The speed increases to 50% pulse width modulation (PWM) and remains at this rate.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000444354
Server BIOS Update Guidelines for Microsoft Secure Boot Certificates are provided in this article.
Updated: April 15, 2026
ID: 000402373
This document highlights minimum, recommended, and latest code versions for Dell Technologies PowerEdge products. We carefully evaluate and monitor code deployment data to ensure that product releases meet our stringent expectations to provide our customers with reliable products and solutions.
Updated: April 14, 2026
ID: 000227230
This article provides the recommended steps to help troubleshoot memory-related events on Dell PowerEdge servers.
Updated: April 14, 2026
ID: 000304931
This article provides information about exporting the Tech Support Report (TSR) / SupportAssist Collection, including the Operating System, Application Data, and the RAID controller log. This is done using the integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) command-line interface (CLI) of Dell PowerEdge servers generations 12, 13, and 14.
Updated: April 14, 2026
ID: 000120100
Learn how to create and export a SupportAssist Collection using iDRAC9 and iDRAC10 on Dell devices. Resolve technical issues with this step-by-step guide.
Updated: April 14, 2026
ID: 000126308
Dell's firmware catalogs for customized versions of Dell's VMware ESXi 8.x releases. When the Dell customized ESXi versions are used along with corresponding firmware catalogs, the end to end required state is achieved.
Updated: April 13, 2026
ID: 000225273
This article discusses managing the Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) role using PowerShell. PowerShell commands for adding the WSUS role and performing various administrative tasks are detailed.
Updated: April 10, 2026
ID: 000121387
Dell PowerEdge Server remediation and guidance is available for Nuvoton NPCT7xx Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 firmware versions that could be exploited by malicious users to compromise the affected system.
Updated: April 09, 2026
ID: 000331010
This article provides the information about Dell OEM licenses for Windows Server. How to identify the COA Label and the steps to downgrade the Windows Server edition and the use in a virtual machine.
Updated: April 09, 2026
ID: 000175471
This article explains the different reasons hard drives can fail in detail.
Updated: April 08, 2026
ID: 000064317
This article provides information about Fatal BUS errors seen with PCI1360 and PCI1318.
Updated: April 07, 2026
ID: 000227163
Hardware Diagnostics are embedded tools installed in the pre-OPERATING SYSTEM of your server to check hardware is working as designed.
Updated: April 07, 2026
ID: 000132726
This article provides information about the VLT0204 error code and guidance.
Updated: April 07, 2026
ID: 000403266