Dell Installation Guide for DRAC 4 P User's Manual
Summary
Installation guide for Dell Remote Access Controller 4/P (DRAC 4/P) expansion card in Dell PowerEdge servers, providing step-by-step hardware installation procedures, firmware configuration, and setup of remote management capabilities including remote power control, virtual media, and console redirection. Covers both local and remote access configuration. Intended for server administrators deploying out-of-band management on Dell PowerEdge server systems.
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Installing the DRAC 4/P NOTICE: Read these installation instructions before installing your DRAC 4/P expansion card. CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product. This document provides special instructions for installing the Dell™ Remote Access Controller 4/P (DRAC 4/P) card into a Dell Power Edge™ system. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the DRAC 4/P card, ensure that the system is unplugged from its AC power source before installing the card. Shutdown the system and unplug it from its AC power source. Your system’s Product Information Guide provides a sequence of safety steps that you should perform before opening the cover of your system, including turning off the system and disconnecting it from its AC power source. However, the DRAC 4/P card can be damaged if it is installed in the system that is turned off, but still attached to its AC power supply. Ensure that the system is unplugged from its AC power supply before installing the DRAC 4/P card. Open the system. See "Opening the System" in the Installation and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions. Determine which expansion slot is most appropriate for the DRAC 4/P card. Ideally, the DRAC 4/P card should be installed in the PCI expansion slot nearest the RAC connector on the system board. See "System Board Connectors" in "Jumpers, Switches, and Connectors" in the Installation and Troubleshooting Guide for an illustration of your system board’s connectors. Connect the DRAC 4/P card interface cable from the card to the system’s RAC connector on the system board. See Figure 1. NOTE: The interface cable and connectors are keyed and can be connected only one way. Install the DRAC 4/P card into expansion slot:
Position the DRAC 4/P card so that the card-edge connector aligns with the system-board card connector on the system board. See Figure 1.
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Manual Details
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Pages | 28 |
| File Size | 1.06 MB |
| Published | June 27, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What safety precaution must be taken before installing the DRAC 4/P card?
Ensure the system is completely unplugged from its AC power source. Damage can occur if installed while merely powered off but still attached to mains electricity.
Where should the DRAC 4/P card ideally be placed in the system?
It should be installed in the PCI expansion slot nearest the RAC connector on the system board.
Which video and network cables connect to the DRAC 4/P card?
The monitor cable must connect to the card's video connector, and the network cable must connect to the card's NIC connector. Neither should use the system’s integrated ports.
How do I configure the DRAC 4/P card after installation?
During boot, press <Ctrl><d> to access the setup program; then follow the instructions in the Dell Remote Access Controller 4 User’s Guide.