DELL
DELL PowerEdge R640 2x Xeon Platinum 8160 2.1GHz 256GB DDR4 8x 1TB SATA SSD
48-core rack server with dual 2.1 GHz Xeon Platinum 8160 CPUs, 256 GB DDR4 memory, and eight 1 TB SATA SSDs on an H730P controller
- TypeRackmount
- LEDsPower, Ethernet, USB
- CPU TypePlatinum 8160
- CPU Speed2.10GHz
- Number of CPU Cores20
- # of Processors Installed2
- 48 cores handle heavy virtualization and database workloads
- 256 GB DDR4 memory supports many simultaneous virtual machines
- 8 × 1 TB SATA SSD storage holds operating systems and backups
- H730P controller simplifies RAID setup and daily management
- X550-T4 dual 10 GbE ports accelerate network throughput
Purpose-built virtualization server
The Dell PowerEdge R640 is a 1U rackmount system designed for business workloads such as virtualization, databases, file storage and application hosting. It ships with dual Xeon Platinum 8160 processors running at 2.1GHz, providing 48 total cores and 256GB of DDR4 memory to support multiple virtual machines and data-intensive services.
Storage and controller
Eight new 1TB SATA SSDs populate the 2.5-inch drive bays and are managed by an H730P controller that simplifies array configuration and ongoing management. This combination delivers capacity for operating systems, applications, virtual machines and backups without requiring a separate storage appliance.
Deployment and condition
The unit arrives tested and certified with BIOS configured, controllers set up and drivers updated, so it can be racked and powered on with minimal extra work. Buyers who need GPU acceleration, more than two processors or memory beyond 3TB should look elsewhere, as the chassis maxes out at two sockets and the integrated graphics cannot handle compute workloads.
Highlights
- 48 cores handle heavy virtualization and database workloads
- 256 GB DDR4 memory supports many simultaneous virtual machines
- 8 × 1 TB SATA SSD storage holds operating systems and backups
- H730P controller simplifies RAID setup and daily management
- X550-T4 dual 10 GbE ports accelerate network throughput
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Type | Rackmount |
| LEDs | Power, Ethernet, USB |
| CPU Type | Platinum 8160 |
| CPU Speed | 2.10GHz |
| Number of CPU Cores | 20 |
| # of Processors Installed | 2 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 256GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 3TB |
| GPU Type | Integrated |
| Expansion Bays | 8B - 8x 2.5" |
| Operating System | No |
| Weight | 60 |
Questions about this item
Will the 1U rackmount chassis fit a standard rack?
The server is a 1U rackmount unit designed for standard rack installation.
What is the correct order for installing the two Xeon Platinum 8160 processors and the 256GB DDR4 memory?
Install both processors first, then populate the memory slots according to the system's population rules for dual-processor operation.
When should the eight 1TB SATA SSDs be replaced under typical write workloads?
Monitor the SSD health via the H730P controller; replace any drive when its wear indicator approaches the rated endurance limit.
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