Dell PowerEdge R415 Technical Manual

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Dell21PowerEdge R415 Technical GuideThe LCD panel is a graphics display controlled by iDRAC6. Error codes can be sent to the display by eitheriDRAC6 or BIOS.The system's LCD panel provides system information and status messages to signify when the system isoperating correctly or when the system needs attention.BIOS has the ability to enter a secure mode through Setup, which locks the Power and NMI buttons. When inthis mode, the power button can still be used to turn on the system, but it cannot be used to turn off powerto the system.For more information on the LCD panel, see the LCD Panel Features (Optional) section in the About YourSystem chapter in the PowerEdge R415 Hardware Owner’s Manual on Support.Dell.com.3.13 SecurityFor additional information regarding the PowerEdge R415 security features listed below, see the PowerEdgeR415 Hardware Owner’s Manual on Support.Dell.com.3.13.1 Cover LatchThe PowerEdge R415 comes with a coin-lock entry latch on the top cover of the unit and provides securityfor the entire system. The lock provides for toolless access to the chassis.3.13.2 BezelA metal bezel is an available option and is mounted to the chassis front to provide the Dell ID. A lock on thebezel prevents unauthorized access to system peripherals and the control panel. System status remainsviewable when the bezel is installed.3.13.3 Hard DriveHot-plug hard drives are only accessible by opening the bezel, thus locking the bezel secures the harddrives. Cabled hard drives are only accessible by opening the top cover, thus locking the top cover willsecure the hard drives.3.13.4 Trusted Platform Module (TPM)The TPM is used to generate/store keys, protect/authenticate passwords, and create/store digitalcertificates. TPM can also be used to store the Microsoft® BitLocker™ keys for hard drive encryption featuresin Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008. TPM is enabled through a BIOS option and uses HMAC-SHA1-160 forbinding. In China, the S-TPM (Socket TPM) is used.3.13.5 Power Off SecurityThe control panel is designed such that the power switch cannot be accidentally activated. The lock on thebezel secures the power button behind the bezel. In addition, there is a setting in the CMOS setup thatdisables the power button function.3.13.6 Intrusion AlertA chassis intrusion switch is located at the front panel board. The switch detects when the top cover isopened.