DELL
DELL PowerEdge R640 1U rack server 2x Xeon Gold 6146 3.20GHz 24-Core 128GB DDR4 10x 1TB SSD H740P RAID
A 1U rack server with dual 16-core Xeon Gold 6146 CPUs, 128GB DDR4 and ten 1TB SSDs on an H740P RAID controller
- TypeRack
- Rack Height1U
- CPU TypeIntel Xeon
- CPU Speed3.20 GHz
- CPU SocketLGA 3647
- Number of CPU Cores16-Core Processor
- Dual Xeon Gold 6146 CPUs deliver 24 cores at 3.20 GHz for heavy workloads
- 128 GB DDR4 memory supports dense virtualisation and data-intensive applications
- Ten 1 TB SSDs provide 10 TB of fast flash storage capacity
- H740P RAID controller simplifies storage management and data protection
- 1U rack form factor fits high-density deployments in standard cabinets
DELL PowerEdge R640 1U server
The DELL PowerEdge R640 is a 1U rack server built for business workloads such as file storage, virtualization, databases, backups, and application hosting. It fits standard rack environments where space is limited and dense compute is required. Two Intel Xeon Gold 6146 processors at 3.20 GHz deliver 24 cores total for dependable performance across multi-threaded tasks. The platform supports up to two processors in LGA 3647 sockets.
128GB DDR4 and H740P RAID controller
Installed 128GB DDR4 memory helps support multiple services, virtual machines, and data-heavy business applications without immediate memory pressure. The included H740P storage controller simplifies setup and day-to-day management of the drive array. This controller handles RAID functions directly, reducing host CPU overhead for storage operations. It provides a direct path to configure and monitor the installed drives.
10x 1TB SSD capacity and headroom
Ten 1TB SSDs in 2.5-inch bays provide storage capacity for operating systems, applications, virtual machines, backups, and business data. The array offers headroom for mixed read and write workloads typical of virtualization and database hosting. Workloads demanding sustained sequential throughput beyond the controller or drive limits will eventually saturate the subsystem. Buyers needing more raw capacity or additional drive bays must look beyond this 1U chassis.
Highlights
- Dual Xeon Gold 6146 CPUs deliver 24 cores at 3.20 GHz for heavy workloads
- 128 GB DDR4 memory supports dense virtualisation and data-intensive applications
- Ten 1 TB SSDs provide 10 TB of fast flash storage capacity
- H740P RAID controller simplifies storage management and data protection
- 1U rack form factor fits high-density deployments in standard cabinets
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | PowerEdge R640 |
| Type | Rack |
| Rack Height | 1U |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Speed | 3.20 GHz |
| CPU Socket | LGA 3647 |
| Number of CPU Cores | 16-Core Processor |
| # of Processors Installed | 2 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 128GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| SSD (Installed) | 1TB |
| Other ports | Dell Perc H740p Raid |
Questions about this item
How often should the ten 1 TB SSDs behind the H740P controller be checked for wear?
Enterprise SSDs in a RAID array should be monitored via the controller’s SMART data; replace any drive once its wear indicator approaches the rated endurance limit.
What component caps sustained throughput when all 24 cores and ten drives run flat out?
The H740P RAID controller’s PCIe lane budget and the dual 12-core Xeon Gold 6146 processors set the ceiling for combined compute and storage throughput.
How loud and hot does the 1U chassis get with dual 3.20 GHz Xeons and ten SSDs running 24/7?
The 1U form factor forces high-RPM fans; expect constant audible airflow and exhaust temperatures that require a cooled rack aisle.
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