DELL PowerEdge R740xd 12LFF 2x Xeon Gold 5120 2.2GHz 256GB DDR4

Rack server for dense storage workloads

The Dell PowerEdge R740xd packs two Xeon Gold 5120 processors at 2.2GHz with 14 cores each and 256GB of DDR4 ECC registered memory into a 2U chassis that holds up to twelve 3.5-inch drives. It targets organisations that need high local capacity for databases, virtualisation hosts or backup targets.

Verify rack depth power and drive caddies

Your rack must accommodate a 36-inch deep unit and supply two 1100W power supplies. The PERC H730P controller manages SATA drives only, so confirm you have compatible 3.5-inch caddies and that the 10GbE 562T adapter matches your switch ports.

Steel chassis with tool-less rails and front access

The 40-pound steel frame uses tool-less sliding rails for quick installation and service. Twelve hot-swap bays face the cold aisle for drive changes without powering down, while the iDRAC9 Enterprise port gives remote console and firmware control over a dedicated management network.