Appendix I: Dell Configuration
DOCUMENT CATEGORY: Reference SCOPE: Dell hardware configuration PURPOSE: BIOS and iDRAC configuration reference MASTER REFERENCE: Dell Technologies - Azure Local
Status: Coming Soon
Coming Soon
This appendix is under development. It will include:
- BIOS Settings: Required BIOS configuration for Azure Local nodes
- iDRAC Configuration: Remote management setup and network configuration
- Dell PowerSwitch Setup: TOR switch VLAN and LAG configuration
- Firmware Updates: Recommended firmware versions and update procedures
- RACADM Commands: Scripted configuration examples
Planned Sections
BIOS Configuration
- Virtualization settings (VT-x, VT-d)
- UEFI boot mode
- Secure Boot settings
- Power management profiles
iDRAC Setup
- Network configuration (OOB VLAN)
- User management
- Alert configuration
- Virtual console settings
Dell PowerSwitch (S-Series)
- VLAN configuration
- Port-channel/LAG setup
- Spanning Tree settings
- Switch stacking (if applicable)