User guide for Dell Lifecycle Controller on 13th‑generation PowerEdge servers, covering setup, firmware updates, monitoring and maintenance.
The Dell Lifecycle Controller provides embedded system management for 13th‑generation PowerEdge servers, allowing administrators to configure hardware, deploy operating systems, update firmware and perform diagnostics directly from the GUI. It works together with iDRAC and UEFI to manage the server throughout its lifecycle, even when the operating system is unavailable.
The guide explains how to start the Lifecycle Controller, use its various functions such as hardware inventory, firmware roll‑back, RAID configuration, password management, and remote services. Detailed procedures for exporting inventories, updating firmware, and troubleshooting common issues are included. This manual is written in Chinese.
| Supported server models | PowerEdge T430, R530, R430, M630, FC630 |
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| Maximum password length | 32 characters |
| Allowed password characters | Digits 0‑9 and special characters: space, ", +, ,, -, ., /, ;, [, \, ], ` |
Press F2 during POST to enter System Setup, then select the Lifecycle Controller option.
Use the Export option to save the current or factory hardware inventory to a USB drive or network share.