DELL
DELL PowerEdge R640 4LFF Xeon Bronze 3204 1.9GHz 16GB DDR4
A 1U rack server with four 3.5-inch drive bays, a single Xeon Bronze 3204 at 1.9GHz and 16GB DDR4 memory
- TypeRack
- CPU TypeIntel Xeon
- CPU Speed1.9GHz
- # of Processors Installed1
- MAX Processors2
- Installed Memory Size16GB
- 1U rack server with dual-processor capability
- 6-core Xeon Bronze 3204 at 1.9GHz
- 16GB DDR4 ECC registered memory
- PERC H740P RAID controller installed
- Four 3.5-inch drive bays for SATA storage
Target workload
The Dell PowerEdge R640 is a 1U rack server built around a single Intel Xeon Bronze 3204 processor running at 1.9GHz with six cores and 8.25MB cache. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 ECC registered memory are installed and the platform supports up to 7.68TB total capacity. Four 3.5-inch drive bays accept SATA drives and a PERC H740P RAID controller manages the array. Integrated graphics handle console output and iDRAC9 Enterprise provides remote management.
Thermal and power profile
Dual 750W power supplies from the R720 line deliver redundant power to the chassis. The 1U form factor measuring 36 by 24 by 10 inches and weighing 40 pounds relies on internal fan walls to move air across the CPU and memory. The Bronze 3204 has a modest thermal design so acoustic output remains typical for a data-centre rack unit under normal load.
Bundled value
The PERC H740P controller enables hardware RAID levels without consuming a PCIe slot for a separate card. An embedded 10Gb dual-port 562T Ethernet adapter provides high-speed networking out of the box. iDRAC9 Enterprise licences unlock full remote console, virtual media and lifecycle automation features. Rail kits are available on request to simplify rack installation.
Highlights
- 1U rack server with dual-processor capability
- 6-core Xeon Bronze 3204 at 1.9GHz
- 16GB DDR4 ECC registered memory
- PERC H740P RAID controller installed
- Four 3.5-inch drive bays for SATA storage
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | PowerEdge |
| Model | Rack Mount |
| Type | Rack |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Speed | 1.9GHz |
| # of Processors Installed | 1 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 16GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 7.68TB |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 12,00 |
| Storage Controller | Dell PERC H740P Controller |
| HDD Interface | SATA |
| GPU Type | Integrated Graphics |
| Remote Management | iDRAC9 - Enterprise License |
| Dimensions | 36 x 24 x 10 in |
| Weight | 40 |
Questions about this item
How do I install the Xeon Bronze 3204 in the R640, and what step is often missed?
Align the processor triangle with the socket corner, lower the load plate, then torque the four captive screws in a diagonal pattern — skipping the cross-pattern sequence leaves uneven pressure and causes boot failures.
What maintenance will the PERC H740P RAID controller and DDR4 memory need later?
The controller cache battery typically lasts three to five years; schedule a replacement when iDRAC9 reports a degraded state, and reseat DDR4 DIMMs only if ECC correctable errors climb above the platform threshold.
Which limit appears first under sustained load — CPU thermals, memory bandwidth, or power supply headroom?
The single 3204 at 1.9 GHz with six cores usually hits its package thermal ceiling before the dual 750 W supplies or DDR4 channels saturate, so airflow management in the 36 x 24 x 10 in chassis becomes the practical bottleneck.
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