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Dell PowerEdge VRTX, M820, M620, and M520 Getting Started Guide

Summary

This getting started guide covers installation of the Dell PowerEdge VRTX shared infrastructure chassis and server modules (M820, M620, M520). Instructions include unpacking, electrical rating verification, tower stabilization or rack-mounting, power and network cabling, server module and shared storage installation, iDRAC configuration, initial BIOS setup, and Lifecycle Controller deployment. Targeted at IT professionals deploying converged infrastructure in remote offices.

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Dell Power Edge VRTX, M820, M620, and M520 Getting Started Guide

Regulatory Model: E22S, HHB, and FHB Regulatory Type: E22S001, HHB, and FHB007 Series

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Page 1 Dell Power Edge VRTX, M820, M620, and M520 Getting Started Guide Regulatory Model: E22S, HHB, and FHB Regulatory Type: E22S001, HHB, and FHB007 Series
Page 2 Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of ...
Page 3 Installation And Configuration WARNING: Before performing the following procedure, review the safety instructions that came with the server module or enclosure. Unpacking The System WARNING: Whenever ...
Page 4 Figure 2. Extending the Feet of the Tower System Optional — Rack Configuration If you are using the optional rack configuration, assemble the rails and install the system in the rack following the saf...
Page 5 Connecting The CMC Module Figure 4. Connecting the CMC Module Connect the serial cable (optional) and network cable(s) from the management system to the CMC module. NOTE: Your system comes with the CM...
Page 6 Connecting The Optional Keyboard, Mouse, And Monitor Figure 6. Connecting Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor Connect the keyboard, mouse, and monitor. The connectors on the front of your system have icons i...
Page 7 Securing The Power Cable Figure 8. Securing the Power Cable Bend the system power cable, as shown in the illustration, and attach to the cable strap. Plug the other end of the power cable into a groun...
Page 8 Turning On Server Modules Figure 10. Turning on a Server Module Press the power button on each server module, or power on the modules using the systems management software. NOTE: Make sure that the en...
Page 9 Dell Software License Agreement Before using your system, read the Dell Software License Agreement that came with your system. You must consider any media of Dell-installed software as BACKUP copies o...
Page 10 Model number: HHB Supply voltage: 12 V CC Current consumption: 37 A Model number: FHB Supply voltage: 12 V CC Current consumption: 75 A Technical Specifications Power AC power supply (per power supply...
Page 11 Physical — Server Modules Width 5.03 cm (1.98 inch) Depth 54.43 cm (21.43 inch) with handle closed 56.49 cm (22.24 inch) with handle open Weight (maximum) 5.50 kg (12.11 lb) NOTE: For additional speci...
Page 12 Environmental Temperature Ranges (for altitude less than 950 m or 10 °C to 35 °C (50 °F to 95 °F) with no direct sunlight on 3117 ft) the equipment. Humidity Percentage Range 10% to 80% Relative Humid...
Page 13 Environmental NOTE: Applies to data center and non-data center environments. Corrosive Dust Air must be free of corrosive dust. NOTE: Applies to data center and non-data center Residual dust present i...

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Brand Dell
Pages 13
File Size 1.29 MB
Published June 23, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which server modules are supported for the enclosure?

The enclosure only supports Dell PowerEdge M520, M620, and M820 server modules specifically configured for the enclosure.

What safety precautions should be taken when lifting the system?

Always get others to assist you; do not attempt to lift the system by yourself to avoid injury.

How do I stabilize a tower system?

Extend the four feet on the bottom panel outward; you may also replace them with optional wheels.

What are the air filtration requirements for data center environments?

The air must be ISO Class 8 per ISO 14644-1 with a 95% upper confidence limit and meet MERV11 or MERV13 filtration standards.

What happens if I install a server module not configured for the enclosure?

An error message will be displayed.