This article lists Dell PowerEdge 15th Generation supported server models and related certified components for installing SynetoOS (Software Only).
PREREQUISITES
To ensure optimal performance, the following system requirements must be met:
– Memory: SynetoOS requires a minimum of 32 GB of dedicated RAM.
– Storage: At least 20% of the total storage capacity must remain free.
– VMware ESXi: The Boot Environment is mandatory.
– Syneto Hyperion: Two SSDs dedicated to the Hypervisor are required. Alternatively, a Boot Environment can be used if present.
Validated Platforms
| Model | Format | Official Datasheet |
| PowerEdge T350 | Tower | PowerEdge T350 Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge R350 | Rack 1U | PowerEdge R350 Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge R450 | Rack 1U | PowerEdge R450 Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge R650 | Rack 1U | PowerEdge R650 Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge R650xs | Rack 1U | PowerEdge R650xs Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge R750 | Rack 2U | PowerEdge R750 Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge R750xs | Rack 2U | PowerEdge R750xs Specification Sheet |
Validated Components
| Component | Code | Description | Part Number |
| HBA Controller | GVX0QTB | HBA355i Front Load | 405-AAXY, 750-ACFR |
| Trusted Platform Module | GGX1VDO | Trusted Platform Module 2.0 V3 | 461-AAIG |
| Embedded System Management | G16CQF5 | iDRAC9, Enterprise 16G | 528-CTIC |
- The RAID Controller (HBA355i Front Load) is managed by the SynetoOS controller VM in passthrough.
- The Trusted Platform Module (2.0 V3) is required for improved hardware security.
- The Embedded System Management (iDRAC 9, Enterprise 16G) is used for remote out-of-band management.
Boot Environment
A boot environment on an x86 server consists of the hardware, firmware, and software components responsible for initializing the system and loading the operating system.
Syneto supports any of the boot environment options listed below. If a supported boot environment is available, the SynetoOS operating system will be installed on it.
| Product Name | Part Number | Requirements | Official Datasheet |
| DELL BOSS-N1 | - | - | Dell Boot Optimized Storage Solution-N1 |
| DELL BOSS-S2 | - | - | Dell Boot Optimized Storage Solution-S2 |
| ICY DOCK 2x bay removable M.2 NVMe to PCIe | MB842MP-B | Requires purchase of 2x identical M2 NVMe drives | ICY DOCK 2x bay removable M.2 NVMe to PCIe |
| Icy Dock 1x bay removable M.2 NVMe to PCIe 4.0 x4 | MB840M2P-B | Requires purchase of 1x additional M2 NVMe drives | Icy Dock 1x bay removable M.2 NVMe to PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Delock PCI Express x8 Card to 2x internal NVMe M.2 Key M | 89045 | Requires purchase of 2x identical M2 NVMe drives | Delock PCI Express x8 Card to 2x internal NVMe M.2 Key M |
⚠️ Selection requirement
Select only one of the boot environment options.
Do not select multiple components, as they are alternative solutions for the same purpose.