POWEREDGE VRTX

This article explains how to perform a driver or firmware update directly from the operating system (OS) using a Dell Update Packages (DUP).

This article explains how to create and assign VLANs to ports on the 2401 and 2210 VRTX switches.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Physical Drives replacement in RAID Server and MD Arrays

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.

This article provides information about identifying the hard driver properties in OMSA, system setup page, and iDRAC interface.

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.

This article explains how to replace a cache disk in a vSAN configuration.

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.

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.

Hardware Diagnostics are embedded tools installed in the pre-OPERATING SYSTEM of your server to check hardware is working as designed.

This article provides information about the VLT0204 error code and guidance.

This article explains what a predictive drive failure (error code PDR16) means, why it occurs, and provides step-by-step instructions to troubleshoot and resolve the issue. It covers recommended actions such as backing up data, updating firmware, and replacing the disk if necessary to ensure storage health and prevent data loss.

Dell guidance for resolving an issue with Dell Enterprise SSD drives, model numbers LT0200MO, LT0400MO, LT0800MO, LT1600MO, LT0800RO, LT1600RO, LT0200WM, LT0400WM, and LT0800WM. A firmware error occurs at 40,000 power-on hours that results in driver failure. This step-by-step guide provides instructions to successfully update the driver firmware to prevent this issue.

This article provides links to download Dell trial 30 and 90-day evaluation license collection including iDRAC Enterprise, iDRAC Datacenter, Chassis Management Consoles (CMC) Enterprise, OpenManage Enterprise, and OpenManage Integration.

This article provides information about CPU Machine Check errors and common causes and proper handling when errors are seen.

This article provides information about how to import a foreign configuration RAID array on the system setup (F2) menu.

This article provides information about how to update your system's firmware from the Lifecycle Controller on Dell servers.

Dell PowerEdge servers with common design components are grouped into generations, for example PowerEdge 17th generation servers, 16th generation, 15th generation, or 14th generation. This article provides general guidance for PowerEdge server model naming convention to identify the generation and common components. This article also lists all PowerEdge servers by model including type, CPU, generation, and remote management components.

How to configure Link Aggregation (LAG) on 2401 and 2210 VRTX switches.

This article explains how to update the firmware of the Shared Perc8 Card of a VRTX.

Seagate Skybolt and SkyboltServoBP drive fails with medium format corrupted errors.

This article explains different methods to reset, power drain or perform a virtual AC cycle.

Understand and troubleshoot PowerEdge hard disk drives, RAID, PowerEdge RAID Controller, and other storage hardware such as cables, backplane, so forth.

This article provides PowerEdge server troubleshooting for No Power, No POST, No Boot and No Video issues. This includes blade, rack, and tower servers.

This is the latest version of the Dell OpenManage Enteprise 4.0 Support Matrix.

This article provides an explanation of the backplane hard drive LED indicators.

This article provides a brief introduction to the Intel® VROC and describes how to configure it on Dell PowerEdge servers.

How to Subscribe to receive Dell Driver and Firmware Update notifications for PowerEdge Servers. To ensure optimal performance and stability for your Dell system, be aware of the latest updates available for the drivers and firmware. There are several systems to do this as explained in the article below.

This article explains the procedure to open a Service Request (SR) using the Dell support page. Get help fast for your Dell device. No more waiting on hold. No more tech headaches. Dell makes it simple to fix problems, schedule repairs, or get support—right from your device or our support website.

The PowerEdge embedded LifeCycle Controller provides a simplified method for installation of supported Windows Server and Linux server operating systems with the OS Deployment feature. This article explains how to use the iDRAC LifeCycle Controller to install a supported operating system on most Dell PowerEdge servers. Step-by-step instructions and OS installation videos for Windows Server, Ubuntu Server LTS, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, or Red Hat Enterprise Linux installation with LifeCycle Controller