Reference Guide

● The Dell OpenManage Server Administrator Command Line Interface User's Guide documents the complete command-line
interface for Server Administrator, including an explanation of CLI commands to view system status, access logs, create
reports, configure various component parameters, and set critical thresholds.
● The Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User’s Guide provides detailed information on configuring and using the
iDRAC.
● The Dell Chassis Management Controller User’s Guide provides detailed information on installing, configuring and using
CMC.
● The Dell Online Diagnostics User's Guide provides complete information on installing and using Online Diagnostics on your
system.
● The Dell OpenManage Baseboard Management Controller Utilities User Guide provides additional information about using
Server Administrator to configure and manage your system's BMC.
● The Dell OpenManage Server Administrator Storage Management User's Guide is a comprehensive reference guide for
configuring and managing local and remote storage attached to a system.
● The Dell Remote Access Controller RACADM User's Guide provides information about using the RACADM command-line
utility.
● The Dell Remote Access Controller 5 User’s Guide provides complete information about installing and configuring a DRAC 5
controller and using DRAC 5 to remotely access an inoperable system.
● The Dell Update Packages User's Guide provides information about obtaining and using Dell Update Packages as part of your
system update strategy.
● The Dell OpenManage Server Update Utility User's Guide provides information about obtaining and using the Server Update
Utility (SUU) to update your Dell systems or to view the updates available for any systems listed in the Repository.
● The Dell Management Console User’s Guide has information about installing, configuring, and using Dell Management
Console. Dell Management Console is a Web-based systems management software that enables you to discover and
inventory devices on your network. It also provides advanced functions, such as health and performance monitoring of
networked devices and patch management capabilities for Dell systems.
● The Dell OpenManage Essentials User’s Guide has information about installing, configuring, and using Dell OpenManage
Essentials. OpenManage Essentials is a hardware management application that provides a comprehensive view of Dell
systems, devices, and components in the enterprise’s network.
● The Dell Lifecycle Controller User Guide provides information on setting up and using the Unified Server Configurator to
perform systems and storage management tasks throughout your system’s lifecycle. You can use the Unified Server
Configurator to deploy an operating system, configure a Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID), and run diagnostics
to validate the system and attached hardware. Remote Services capabilities enable automated system platform discovery by
management consoles and enhance remote operating system deployment capabilities. These capabilities are exposed through
the web services based hardware management interface provided by the Lifecycle Controller firmware.
Contacting Dell
NOTE:
If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing
slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and
some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
1. Go to Dell.com/support.
2. Select your support category.
3. Verify your country or region in the Choose a Country/Region drop-down list at the bottom of the page.
4. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
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Introduction