Dell EMC OpenManage Server Administrator

Fan Control

Use this window to select whether you want your fan to operate at maximum speed or in quiet mode.

NOTE: This help page may include information about features not supported by your system. Server Administrator only displays the features that are supported on your system.

User Privileges

Table 1. User Privileges
Selection View Manage
Fan Control User, Power User, Administrator Power User, Administrator
NOTE: For more details on user privilege levels, see Privilege Levels In The Server Administrator GUI.
NOTE: This feature is not available on Dell PowerEdge servers MX840C and MX740C.

Controls

Max Cooling Mode Maximizes fan speed to achieve the best cooling action.
Quiet Mode Operates within the normal threshold range at below maximum speed. At this setting, fan operation is quieter than at full speed.
For an explanation of other buttons present on Server Administrator Action pages, see Server Administrator Window Buttons.