This article lists Dell PowerEdge 16th 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 T360 | Tower 4.5U | PowerEdge T360 Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge T560 | Tower 4.5U | PowerEdge T560 Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge R360 | Rack 1U | PowerEdge R360 Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge R660 | Rack 1U | PowerEdge R660 Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge R660xs | Rack 1U | PowerEdge R660xs Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge R760 | Rack 2U | PowerEdge R760 Specification Sheet |
| PowerEdge R760xs | Rack 2U | PowerEdge R760xs Specification Sheet |
Validated Components
| Component | Code | Description | Part Number |
| HBA Controller | GVX0QTB | HBA355i | 405-AAXY, 750-ACFR, 405-AAZF |
| 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.