Dell E600i Installation Manual

Also see for ExaScale E600i: Configuration guide

Contents

Using a Flash Memory Card | 4110Using a Flash Memory CardThis appendix provides information about using an external flash memory card and contains thefollowing sections:• External Flash Memory Card Overview• Formatting an External Flash Card• Inserting the External Flash Memory Card• Removing the External Flash Memory Card• Copying Files to the External Flash• Displaying Files Stored on the External FlashExternal Flash Memory Card OverviewEach RPM card is designed with a slot to accommodate an external flash memory card (slot0:). You canuse a flash card to copy the image and configuration files for storage and backup purposes. For complexconfigurations, use the copies for other E-Series systems in your network. Configure your boot executionprocess to use the images stored on a flash card as the primary (active), secondary (standby), or defaultboot order preference. Optional external flash memory cards are shipped blank.Inserting the External Flash Memory CardNOTE: Only insert the external flash before system boot or after the system has completed its boot and is run-time mode.To install the flash memory card:Removing the External Flash Memory CardTo remove the flash memory card:Step Task1 Press the ejector button to ensure it is in the extended position. Hold the flash card vertically (with the manufacturersable on the left and the barcode on the right).2 Gently insert the flash card into the primary RPM flash slot until the is card is flush with the front panel. Do notforce the flash card into the slot.3 The In Use LED illuminates only during read or write operations.Step Task1 Extend the ejector button by pressing the ejector button. Then press the ejector button again to eject the memorycard.2 Remove the card and store it in an antistatic bag.