Dell does not officially support Ubuntu Server Edition on Dell PowerEdge servers. However, we work closely with Canonical to certify our PowerEdge and PowerEdge-C servers with Ubuntu Server edition.

OS support contracts are available from Canonical through the Ubuntu Advantage program. Certified Dell hardware is preferred in order to provide best support, but it is not required.

For more information, you can read the following blog entries:

• Dell PowerEdge servers certified with Ubuntu Server Edition
• Ubuntu Server Edition Hardware Certification Details
• Ubuntu Server Edition 11.04 released by Canonical
• Ubuntu Server Edition 11.10 released by Canonical