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| Product Type | Blade server |
| Brand | Dell |
| Model | PowerEdge FC830 |
| Form Factor | Full-height blade for Dell PowerEdge M1000e enclosure |
| Processor Support | Up to 4x Intel Xeon E5-4600 v3 series |
| Memory Support | Up to 3 TB DDR4 (48 DIMM slots) |
| Storage Bays | Up to 2 x 2.5" hot-swap SAS/SATA |
| Network Connectivity | Integrated 10GbE ports (via mezzanine cards) |
| Remote Management | iDRAC8 with Lifecycle Controller |
| Expansion Mezzanine Slots | 2 (for Ethernet, Fibre Channel, InfiniBand options) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 17.5 x 1.7 x 24.5 in (44.5 x 4.3 x 62.2 cm) |
| Weight | Approximately 35 lbs (15.9 kg) |
| Power Source | Powered by Dell M1000e enclosure |
| Maximum Power Draw | Up to 1600 W per blade |
| Cooling | Shared chassis cooling with redundant fans |
| Operating System Support | Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, VMware ESXi |
| Security Features | TPM, Secure Boot, chassis intrusion detection |
| Repairability | Modular components; hot-swap drives and mezzanine cards |
| General Use | High-density compute for virtualized and cloud environments |
| Included Documentation | Quick Start Guide and setup manual |
Frequently Asked Questions - PowerEdge FC830 DELL
How do I install the PowerEdge FC830 into a Dell M1000e enclosure?
Power off the blade, slide it into a full-height bay until it locks, connect fabric cables if needed, then power on from the chassis management.
How can I update the BIOS and firmware on the PowerEdge FC830?
Use Dell iDRAC8 or the Lifecycle Controller to launch firmware updates. You can also create a bootable USB with the Dell Update Package (DUP).
How do I reset the iDRAC password?
Use the iDRAC settings utility during boot, or with the racadm command: `racadm set iDRAC.Users.2.Password `. A full reset is also possible via the motherboard jumper.
Which processors are supported by the PowerEdge FC830?
It supports up to four Intel Xeon E5-4600 v3 processors, with up to 18 cores each, offering high performance for scalable workloads.
How to configure RAID on the internal storage?
Access the PERC (PowerEdge RAID Controller) via the controller menu during POST. You can create virtual disks and configure hot spares using the F2 setup or iDRAC.
How to install memory modules correctly?
Populate the DIMM slots starting with the white release levers, following the memory population guidelines in the owner's manual. Use identical DDR4 DIMMs for optimal performance.
How can I access the console of the FC830?
Use the KVM-over-LAN feature in the iDRAC8 interface, or connect a monitor and keyboard through the front VGA and USB ports on the blade.
What operating systems are compatible with the PowerEdge FC830?
Certified systems include Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise, and VMware ESXi. Check Dell's support site for specific versions.
How do I troubleshoot heat issues in the FC830?
Ensure adequate chassis airflow, clean the filters, and monitor temperatures via iDRAC. Check the system event logs for fan failures and reseat hardware.
Can I remove a hard drive without shutting down the blade?
Yes, the FC830 supports hot-swap drives. Remove the drive with the release latch, wait for the LED to signal safe removal, and replace it with the same type.
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Brand : DELL
Model : PowerEdge FC830
Category : Server