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DELL PowerEdge R640 48-Core Rack Server 2x Xeon Platinum 8160 2.10GHz 192GB RAM H740P 10x 1TB SSD
Rackmount server with dual 18-core Xeon Platinum 8160 CPUs, 192 GB DDR4 and ten 1 TB SATA SSDs on an H740P controller
- TypeRackmount
- LEDsPower, Ethernet, USB
- CPU TypePlatinum 8160
- CPU Speed2.10GHz
- CPU SocketLGA3647
- Number of CPU Cores18
- 48 cores from dual Xeon Platinum 8160 CPUs handle heavy virtualization workloads
- 192 GB DDR4 memory supports many simultaneous virtual machines and databases
- 10 × 1 TB SATA SSDs provide high-capacity storage for applications and backups
- H740P RAID controller simplifies array setup and daily management
- 10-bay 2.5" chassis with 8 NVMe-capable slots allows future performance upgrades
48-Core Rack Server for Virtualisation
The Dell PowerEdge R640 is a 2U rackmount server system built for business workloads such as virtualisation, databases, backups and application hosting. Two Intel Xeon Platinum 8160 processors deliver 48 total cores at 2.10GHz for dependable multi-threaded performance. The system includes 192GB of DDR4 memory and an H740P storage controller for simplified management.
Upgrade from older dual-socket platforms
This configuration replaces legacy rack servers that lack NVMe-capable bays or sufficient core density for modern virtualisation clusters. The jump is worthwhile when consolidating multiple physical hosts onto fewer nodes, reducing licensing and rack space costs. It suits IT teams moving from spinning-disk arrays to all-flash storage without rewriting applications.
10TB all-flash capacity with NVMe headroom
Ten new 1TB SATA SSDs provide 10TB of raw storage for operating systems, virtual machines and business data. Eight of the ten 2.5-inch bays are NVMe capable, offering headroom for future high-speed cache or database tiers. The 3TB maximum memory capacity allows significant RAM expansion before the platform runs out of headroom.
Highlights
- 48 cores from dual Xeon Platinum 8160 CPUs handle heavy virtualization workloads
- 192 GB DDR4 memory supports many simultaneous virtual machines and databases
- 10 × 1 TB SATA SSDs provide high-capacity storage for applications and backups
- H740P RAID controller simplifies array setup and daily management
- 10-bay 2.5" chassis with 8 NVMe-capable slots allows future performance upgrades
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Type | Rackmount |
| LEDs | Power, Ethernet, USB |
| CPU Type | Platinum 8160 |
| CPU Speed | 2.10GHz |
| CPU Socket | LGA3647 |
| Number of CPU Cores | 18 |
| # of Processors Installed | 2 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 192GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 3TB |
| GPU Type | Integrated |
| Expansion Bays | 10B - 10x 2.5" (8x NVMe Capable) |
| Operating System | No |
| Weight | 60 |
Questions about this item
What rack depth and rail kit does the 1U PowerEdge R640 need to mount in a standard 19-inch cabinet?
The server is a 1U rackmount unit designed for standard 19-inch racks; use Dell sliding rails matched to your cabinet depth for a secure fit.
How are the ten 2.5-inch drives and the H740P controller installed, and what step is often missed?
Insert each SATA SSD into the front hot-swap bays, connect the backplane to the H740P, then create virtual disks in the controller BIOS before installing an operating system.
Which memory modules and drive type will be needed for future upgrades or replacements?
Add DDR4 RDIMMs or LRDIMMs up to the 3TB maximum, and replace any failed drive with a 2.5-inch SATA SSD compatible with the H740P controller.
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