Dell iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller Version 3.40.40.40 Release Notes
Summary
The iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller Version 3.40.40.40 Release Notes summarize updates for Dell's remote management solution. They cover priority recommendations, license requirements, supported systems, operating systems, web browsers, and software compatibility. Target users are data center administrators managing Dell PowerEdge servers.
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i DRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller Version 3.40.40.40 Release Notes
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i DRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller Version 3.40.40.40 Release Notes
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Notes, cautions, and warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of d...
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Contents 1 Release summary..........................................................................................................................5 Priority and recommendations.........................
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Boot mode error during OS deployment........................................................................................................................... Header error while using Powershell for ...
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Release summary This release adds support for 2nd Generation AMD EPYC architecture. Version i DRAC9 with LC 3.40.40.40 Release date September 2019 To download this version of i DRAC, see Downloading i...
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Compatibility License Requirements i DRAC features are available based on the purchased license. i DRAC Express — Available by default on all blade servers, and rack or tower servers of 600 or higher ...
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Google Chrome 76 Supported software Java Java - Oracle version Open JDK 8u202 i DRAC tools This version of i DRAC requires the following tools based on the operating system: Dell EMC i DRAC Tools for ...
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New and enhanced features i DRAC and LC firmware Added a new optimized Power Edge design that provides i DRAC with more sensors for greater component information and control. Hardware Added support fo...
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Fixes Fixes
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Important notes 1. Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Windows 7 do not support TLS 1.2 and TLS 1.1. Install the following update to enable TLS 1.2 and TLS 1.1 as a default secure protoco...
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16. Features including Server Management Command Line Protocol (SMCLP) and Virtual Media Command Line Interface (VMCLI) will be deprecated in the later releases. 17. The Life Cycle Controller GUI feat...
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Known issues — To be fixed in future releases Storage devices not found in i DRAC Description If you disable the external slot that is connected to PERC, i DRAC will not detect the PERC card or storag...
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Firmware update job name in Tasks Redfish API showing as "Firmware Update" Description While updating firmware for a component using Redfish interface through HTTP share the job name does no...
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Systems affected All system supported by this release. Tracking number Unable to set Power cap values in Lockdown mode Description While the system is in lockdown mode, setting the power cap values ma...
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Workaround Enable the i DRAC Direct USB port from system setup to bring i DRAC to a consistent state. Systems affected All systems supported by this release. Tracking number Getting an error while dow...
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Workaround N/A Systems affected All systems with multiple backplanes supported by this release. Tracking number SEL logs in the setup menu and LC logs in the i DRAC GUI not matching Description Differ...
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system reboots after you click OK. However, on next boot to LC UI, the boot mode is changed to BIOS and the boot device selected during OS deployment is discarded. Workaround Before deploying OS using...
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Tracking number Persistent Memory displayed after removing Apache Pass DIMM (AEP) Description Resetting i DRAC and restarting the system simultaneously may cause i DRAC GUI to display the persistent m...
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Limitations Authentication 1. LC supports the following characters for username and password: Alphabets (a-z, A-Z) Numbers (0-9) Special characters (-, _, .) 2. If there are no slots available to add ...
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3. The i SCSI offload attribute can be enabled only on two of the four available ports. If a card, which has this attribute that is enabled on two of its ports, is replaced with another card that has ...
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Static IP is configured without the network cable being connected. Network cable is disconnected. After a Repurpose and Retire operation is performed. Network is configured with the network cable conn...
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a. Completely turn off the system and then turn it on again. b. Ensure that CSIOR is enabled before turning off the system. c. Use the following RACADM command: racadm serveraction powercycle 3. Few l...
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Updating i DRAC firmware Downloading i DRAC firmware installation file About this task NOTE: For information about updating i DRAC firmware using various interfaces, see version 3.40.40.40 i DRAC User...
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Lifecycle Controller Remote Services — client tools Open WSMAN CLI Open WSMAN CLI is an open source Linux WSMan client. You can use Open WSMAN CLI to send WSMan commands to Lifecycle Controller. Open ...
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Resources and support For more information about the features of this release, see the documentation for i DRAC 3.40.40.40. Latest Release Notes To access the latest Release Notes for this version of ...
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Contacting Dell EMC Dell EMC 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. T...
Manual Details
| Brand | Dell |
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| Pages | 26 |
| File Size | 194.58 KB |
| Published | June 25, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the most up-to-date iDRAC Release Notes?
You can access the latest notes by going to www.dell.com/idracmanuals, selecting your generation, and then clicking your specific iDRAC version.
How is system automation managed using this equipment?
Automation capabilities are provided through dedicated APIs and Command Line Interfaces (CLI).
Are there known issues regarding storage detection?
Yes. Known issues include 'Storage devices not found in iDRAC' and failure to detect 'Hot-plugged PCIe SSDs.'
How do I ensure compatibility for my server environment?
Check Section 2 for lists of supported managed server operating systems, hypervisors, and web browsers.