Dell OpenManage Deployment Toolkit Version 3.0 Readme - Linux User Guide
Summary
The Dell OpenManage Deployment Toolkit README for Embedded Linux provides updated information for DTK version 3.0 released in March 2009. The document covers criticality level, compatibility and minimum requirements, supported Dell PowerEdge systems, release highlights including new features and fixes, installation procedures, upgrade instructions, user notes, and known issues. It supports numerous PowerEdge server models from 800 series to R710 and M710 blade servers. Target users are Linux system administrators deploying Dell server infrastructure using embedded Linux environments.
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DELL(TM) OPENMANAGE(TM) DEPLOYMENT TOOLKIT README FOR EMBEDDED LINUX
Version 3.0 Release Date: March 2009
This file contains updated information for your "Dell Open Manage Deployment Toolkit User's Guide" and any other technical documentation included with the Deployment Toolkit (DTK).
The DTK documentation includes the "Command Line Interface Reference Guide" and the "User's Guide." See the Dell Support website at "support.dell.com" for the most current information.
CONTENTS
* Criticality * Compatibility/Minimum Requirements * Release Highlights - Features * Release Highlights - Fixes * Installation * Upgrading * User Notes * Known Issues
CRITICALITY
3 - Optional
Dell recommends that you review the specifics about the update to determine if it applies to your system. The update contains changes that may impact only certain configurations, or provides new features that may/may not apply to your environment.
COMPATIBILITY/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
The Deployment Toolkit version 3.0 supports the following Dell Power Edge(TM) systems:
800, 830, 840, 850, 860, 1800, 1850, 1855, 2800, 2850, 6800, 6850, 1900, 1950, 1955, 2900, 2970, 6950, SC1435, 2950, T105, R200, R900, R805, M600, M605, T605, R300, T300, R805, R905, M805, M905, R610, R710, T610, M610 and M710.
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Manual Details
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Pages | 8 |
| File Size | 26.77 KB |
| Published | June 29, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Dell PowerEdge systems are supported by DTK version 3.0?
DTK v3.0 supports models including 800, 830, 1850, 2900, R610, R710, and M710, among others.
What minimum resources are needed to deploy DTK components?
You need the DTK ISO image and a Linux workstation with at least 200 MB of free hard-drive space.
What knowledge is required for customizing DTK components in embedded Linux?
Advanced knowledge of Linux, Linux scripting (BASH), networking, and working with RPMs is mandatory.
If I use the sample scripts, what key warning should I know?
Dell provides a disclaimer that the sample scripts are provided 'as is,' and Dell is not liable for any resulting damages.