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Silver 2U rack server with eight 3.5 inch drive bays and bezel

DELL

Dell PowerEdge R540 2U rack server 2× Xeon Silver 4114 2.2GHz 10-core 256GB DDR4 8× 4TB SAS H740P

SKU CH-GJHA-AKF8Q

2U rack server with dual 10-core Xeon Silver 4114 CPUs at 2.2 GHz, 256 GB DDR4 ECC, H740P RAID controller and eight 4 TB 7.2K SAS drives

  • TypeRack
  • Rack Height2U
  • Redundant Hot-swap PowerYes
  • CPU TypeIntel Xeon
  • CPU Speed2.20 GHz
  • CPU SocketLGA 3647
  • Dual Xeon Silver 4114 2.2 GHz 10-core CPUs deliver strong multi-threaded performance
  • 256 GB DDR4 2666 MHz registered ECC memory supports large virtualised workloads
  • PERC H740P 8 GB controller enables RAID 0/1/5/6/10/50/60 with battery-backed cache
  • Eight 4 TB 7.2 K SAS drives provide 32 TB raw capacity in 3.5-inch bays
  • iDRAC 9 Enterprise gives full remote management with dedicated network port

Dell PowerEdge R540 2U rack server

The Dell PowerEdge R540 is a 2U rack server built for virtualization, database hosting, and file serving. Dual Intel Xeon Silver 4114 processors provide 20 total cores at 2.2 GHz with 3.0 GHz turbo. 256 GB of DDR4 2666 MHz registered ECC memory is installed across eight slots. Eight 4 TB 7.2K SAS drives connect through a PERC H740P controller with 8 GB cache.

Compatibility checklist

Verify your rack accepts 2U depth and provides front-to-rear airflow for this chassis. Confirm the facility can supply dual 750 W redundant power connections on appropriate circuits. Ensure your network infrastructure supports dual 1 GbE RJ45 links for management and data traffic. Check that your workload fits within 256 GB DDR4 and the 16 available DIMM slots for future expansion.

Bundled accessories impact

Sliding rails enable tool-less installation in standard four-post racks, reducing deployment time. The front bezel secures drive bays and filters airflow across the eight 3.5-inch bays. iDRAC 9 Enterprise delivers dedicated remote console, virtual media, and automation APIs without a separate license. Two hot-swap 750 W 80+ Platinum power supplies maintain uptime during module replacement.

Highlights

  • Dual Xeon Silver 4114 2.2 GHz 10-core CPUs deliver strong multi-threaded performance
  • 256 GB DDR4 2666 MHz registered ECC memory supports large virtualised workloads
  • PERC H740P 8 GB controller enables RAID 0/1/5/6/10/50/60 with battery-backed cache
  • Eight 4 TB 7.2 K SAS drives provide 32 TB raw capacity in 3.5-inch bays
  • iDRAC 9 Enterprise gives full remote management with dedicated network port

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesPowerEdge
ModelR540
TypeRack
Rack Height2U
Redundant Hot-swap PowerYes
CPU TypeIntel Xeon
CPU Speed2.20 GHz
CPU SocketLGA 3647
Number of CPU Cores10-Core Processor
CPU FeaturesSilver 4114
# of Processors Installed2
MAX Processors2
Installed Memory Size256GB
Memory TypeDDR4
Max Memory Capacity1TB
Number of Memory Slots16
Hard Drive (Installed)8 x 4TB 7.2K SAS
Storage ControllerDell Perc H740P 8GB Controller
HDD InterfaceSAS
SSD (Installed)No
Raid LevelRAID 0/1/5/6/10/50/60
Ethernet Controller1x Dell EMC Integrated Dual Port Network Daughter Card - 2x 1 Gigabit RJ45 Ports,
Remote ManagementDell EMC 14G PowerEdge iDRAC 9 Enterprise License
LAN Ports2 x Ports
Management PortRJ 45
Operating SystemNo

Questions about this item

What comes in the box and what must I add before the server will run?

The unit ships with dual Xeon Silver 4114 processors, 256 GB DDR4 ECC memory across eight 32 GB modules, eight 4 TB 7.2K SAS drives, a PERC H740P 8 GB RAID controller, dual 750 W platinum power supplies, iDRAC9 Enterprise, rails and bezel. No operating system is included.

Which memory capacity should I choose if I want room to grow later?

The chassis holds 16 DDR4 slots; eight are filled with 32 GB modules for 256 GB today, leaving eight free slots to reach the 1 TB maximum.

What does the 2.2 GHz base clock mean for actual throughput?

Each of the 20 total cores runs at 2.2 GHz base with 3.0 GHz turbo, giving strong multi-threaded performance for virtualization and database workloads.

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