could I contact you when problems occur with 
the kernel? I am not sure when I will get that server, so you can 
still relax...
Sure, although I last updated the kernels sometime late last year 
and don't remember the details. I believe Dell has a word doc (?) 
with the source that outlines the procedure for upgrading the 
kernel and if I remember right it was mostly correct. Maybe they 
have a better procedure now...I haven't checked in awhile.
BTW, the latest Dell catalog seems to indicate they have a 
new 2U rackmount called the 2500 or something that looks to 
replace the 2450. You might want to check those out before 
ordering.