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This article explains how to perform a driver or firmware update directly from the operating system (OS) using a Dell Update Packages (DUP).
Updated: September 04, 2026
ID: 000130467
This article explains how to find supported memory configuration for your PowerEdge server.
Updated: September 02, 2026
ID: 000135681
Installation of Ubuntu 26.04 on AMD based 17G servers produces a kernel panic. Ubuntu 26.04 is not supported on AMD based 17G servers with CXL memory until December. Ubuntu 26.04 is supported with no CXL memory installed.
Updated: September 11, 2026
ID: 000502446
During SCV validation on a 17G server, the validation report may show inventory mismatch for TPM certificates
Updated: September 11, 2026
ID: 000505535
This article identifies which Operating System (OS) files the iDRAC Service Module (iSM) replicates the Lifecycle Controller (LC) logs to.
Updated: September 10, 2026
ID: 000064204
This article provides information about how to create a bootable USB drive from and OS ISO file for manual installation.
Updated: September 10, 2026
ID: 000334285
When working on internal components of a Dell computer, follow the safety precautions that are provided in this article to avoid any harm on the hardware.
Updated: September 10, 2026
ID: 000175301
Dell OS and Applications Solutions on Dell TechCenter - Project Sputnik, Microsoft Windows, Red Hat Linux, SUSE, Ubuntu, and more
Updated: September 10, 2026
ID: 000145895
In the HPC world today, an introduction to AMD’s latest generation EPYC processor code-named Rome.
Updated: September 10, 2026
ID: 000137696
How to Identify the physical slot number in iDRAC based off the device name in vSphere/VSAN.
Updated: September 09, 2026
ID: 000179543
Firmware updates using the iDRAC or LifeCycle Controller does not work on any Emulex 8 Gb fiber channel adapter.
Updated: September 09, 2026
ID: 000144615
This article describes how to reenable the Lifecycle Controller (LCC) when it goes into recovery mode.
Updated: September 09, 2026
ID: 000136186
This article provides information about how to update your system's firmware from the Lifecycle Controller on Dell servers.
Updated: September 09, 2026
ID: 000128133
PowerEdge 17th Generation Servers with Delta Power Supplies may not show correctly in iDRAC UI and SEL logging after AC cycle.
Updated: September 08, 2026
ID: 000471893
Dell PowerEdge Server remediation 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: September 08, 2026
ID: 000477639
This article shows How To determine why a virtual machine powered off or rebooted by reviewing log files and host details to identify guest shutdowns, user or API requests, HA resets or system faults.
Updated: September 07, 2026
ID: 000205778
Dell iDRAC9 and iDRAC10 remediations for a Command Injection security vulnerability that could be exploited by malicious users to compromise the affected system.
Updated: September 03, 2026
ID: 000504998
To replace a CMOS battery, remove the air shroud, disconnect and remove any expansion cards, locate the battery socket, and carefully pry out the CMOS battery. After installing a new CMOS battery, you must reinstall the expansion cards, install the air shroud, and restore the BIOS settings, ensuring the battery is operating properly and the correct data and time are set in the System Setup.
Updated: September 02, 2026
ID: 000234357
This article presents opportunities to understand and troubleshoot some common causes of fan noise in a PowerEdge server.
It is also relevant for 100% fan speeds.
Updated: September 02, 2026
ID: 000227912
This article explains how to use the Import Server License feature to import an iDRAC license from the Lifecycle Controller UI.
Updated: September 02, 2026
ID: 000139682
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Physical Drives replacement in RAID Server and MD Arrays
Updated: September 02, 2026
ID: 000139367
This article provides steps to troubleshoot a chassis intrusion, chassis open message for PowerEdge servers.
Updated: September 02, 2026
ID: 000136481
The article describes updating Dell PowerEdge server firmware through Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) 7, 8, 9, or 10. It details downloading the firmware image, logging in to the iDRAC web interface, uploading the image for installation, and managing pending updates.
Updated: September 02, 2026
ID: 000134013
Explore various RAID levels - RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10 - implemented in Dell PowerEdge servers. Learn about their configurations, benefits, and how they impact data redundancy and performance.
Updated: September 02, 2026
ID: 000128635
In some situations Dell Technical Support may request evidence to perform a more assertive diagnosis, this article illustrates how to attach files to your service request through the Dell support portal.
Updated: September 01, 2026
ID: 000194683
This article explains the requirements to deploy VMware ESXi 9 virtual machines with 4Kn end‑to‑end (E2E) storage when using Dell PowerEdge PERC12 (H965) and newer controllers. It also covers how to identify when ESXi is using 4Kn software emulation (SWE) instead of true 4Kn E2E, and what conditions prevent E2E.
Updated: September 01, 2026
ID: 000467282
This page explains the difference between drivers and firmware and how to update them on Dell PowerEdge Servers using different methods.
Updated: August 31, 2026
ID: 000128194
Dell Enterprise SAS, SATA SSD: SMART predictive failures triggered by remaining write endurance falling below the threshold
Updated: August 31, 2026
ID: 000221846
This article explains how to use the RACADM systemerase command to securely erase data and reset components on a Dell PowerEdge server with iDRAC9. It includes the full component list, command syntax, server behavior during the erase process, and a step-by-step lab walkthrough demonstrating Lifecycle Controller data erasure via SSH.
Updated: August 31, 2026
ID: 000460243
This is a firmware catalog which contains validated and certified firmware stack for selected Dell VMware vSAN Ready Nodes based on Dell customized ESXi 9.X branch Images.
Updated: August 31, 2026
ID: 000337386