DELL
DELL PowerEdge R640 2× Xeon Gold 6146 192GB 4×1.92TB 2×960GB H740P
Rackmount server with dual Xeon Gold 6146 CPUs at 3.20GHz, 192GB DDR4, six SSDs and H740P controller in a 10-bay 2.5" chassis
- TypeRackmount
- LEDsPower, Ethernet, USB
- CPU TypeGold 6146
- CPU Speed3.20GHz
- Number of CPU Cores12
- Installed Memory Size192GB
- Dual Xeon Gold 6146 CPUs deliver 3.20GHz performance for virtualization workloads
- 192GB DDR4 memory supports multiple virtual machines and data-intensive applications
- 4×1.92TB plus 2×960GB SSD storage provides capacity for databases and backups
- H740P controller manages RAID arrays for data protection and speed
- 10-bay 2.5" chassis fits dense rack deployments with front bezel included
Dual Xeon Gold 6146 Virtualization Server
The DELL PowerEdge R640 is a 1U rackmount server built for business workloads such as virtualization, databases, file storage, backups and application hosting. Two Intel Xeon Gold 6146 processors each deliver 12 cores at 3.20GHz, providing dependable performance for multi-threaded services. Installed 192GB DDR4 memory supports running multiple virtual machines and data-heavy applications simultaneously.
Upgrade From Single-Socket Or Lower-Core Systems
Moving from a single-socket platform or CPUs with fewer than 12 cores per socket adds the parallel throughput needed for heavier consolidation ratios. The jump is worth it when current hosts run at sustained high CPU utilisation or when memory capacity limits the number of active virtual machines. Ten 2.5-inch drive bays allow the storage array to grow alongside the compute upgrade.
H740P RAID And Mixed SSD Configuration
The included H740P storage controller manages the six pre-installed solid-state drives: four 1.92TB units and two 960GB units, enabling separate arrays for operating systems, applications and bulk data. Front-panel LEDs show power, Ethernet and USB status at a glance. Integrated graphics handles basic console output without occupying a PCIe slot. The 60kg chassis requires a standard 1U rack space and adequate airflow for sustained operation.
Highlights
- Dual Xeon Gold 6146 CPUs deliver 3.20GHz performance for virtualization workloads
- 192GB DDR4 memory supports multiple virtual machines and data-intensive applications
- 4×1.92TB plus 2×960GB SSD storage provides capacity for databases and backups
- H740P controller manages RAID arrays for data protection and speed
- 10-bay 2.5" chassis fits dense rack deployments with front bezel included
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Type | Rackmount |
| LEDs | Power, Ethernet, USB |
| CPU Type | Gold 6146 |
| CPU Speed | 3.20GHz |
| Number of CPU Cores | 12 |
| Installed Memory Size | 192GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 3TB |
| GPU Type | Integrated |
| Expansion Bays | 10B - 10x 2.5" |
| Operating System | No |
| Weight | 60 |
Questions about this item
How many 2.5" drive bays does the R640 chassis provide?
The R640 SFF chassis provides 10 bays for 2.5" drives, and this configuration populates them with four 1.92TB SSDs and two 960GB SSDs.
What is required to install the H740P storage controller in this server?
The H740P controller installs in a dedicated internal slot; the step often missed is connecting its backup power module so the write cache remains protected during power loss.
What memory type and maximum capacity should I plan for future upgrades?
This system uses DDR4 memory and supports up to 3TB total; the current 192GB leaves room to add modules as workloads grow.
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