DELL
DELL PowerEdge R640 4LFF Xeon Platinum 8160 2.1GHz 24C 64GB DDR4
A 1U rack server with four 3.5-inch drive bays, one 24-core Xeon Platinum 8160 at 2.1 GHz, 64 GB DDR4 ECC memory and a PERC H740P RAID controller
- TypeRack
- CPU TypeIntel Xeon
- CPU Speed2.1GHz
- # of Processors Installed1
- MAX Processors2
- Installed Memory Size64GB
- 24-core Xeon 8160 at 2.1 GHz delivers high multi-thread throughput
- 64 GB DDR4 ECC memory supports large virtualisation workloads
- Four 3.5-inch drive bays with PERC H740P RAID enable flexible storage arrays
- Dual 750 W power supplies provide redundant power for continuous operation
- iDRAC9 Enterprise with 10 GbE 562T adapter simplifies remote management
Dell PowerEdge R640 4LFF Server
This 1U rack server ships with a single Intel Xeon Platinum 8160 processor running at 2.1GHz with 24 cores and 33 MB cache. It includes 64GB of DDR4 ECC registered memory and a PERC H740P RAID controller. The chassis supports up to four 3.5-inch SATA drive bays and dual 750W power supplies. Remote management is handled by iDRAC9 Enterprise.
Suits virtualisation hosts needing dense compute
The single-socket configuration leaves room for a second CPU when workloads grow. Buyers who need GPU acceleration, pre-installed drives, or more than four drive bays should look at alternative chassis options. The integrated graphics and 10GbE 562T adapter cover basic display and network needs without extra cards.
Deciding specification: four 3.5-inch drive bays
This bay count and interface dictate how many mechanical or SATA solid-state drives can be installed internally. The PERC H740P controller manages RAID across those bays. If a project requires more than four drives or a different drive protocol, this chassis will not fit the requirement.
Highlights
- 24-core Xeon 8160 at 2.1 GHz delivers high multi-thread throughput
- 64 GB DDR4 ECC memory supports large virtualisation workloads
- Four 3.5-inch drive bays with PERC H740P RAID enable flexible storage arrays
- Dual 750 W power supplies provide redundant power for continuous operation
- iDRAC9 Enterprise with 10 GbE 562T adapter simplifies remote management
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | PowerEdge |
| Model | Rack Mount |
| Type | Rack |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Speed | 2.1GHz |
| # of Processors Installed | 1 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 64GB |
| 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 PERC H740P RAID controller in the PowerEdge R640?
Install the PERC H740P controller in the dedicated internal storage slot. The step often missed is connecting the power cables to both 750 W supplies before closing the chassis.
What maintenance will the PERC H740P controller and 750 W power supplies need?
The PERC H740P firmware is updated to the latest stable version before shipment. Power supplies are hot-plug; replace a failed unit without shutting down the R640.
What limit appears first when the Xeon Platinum 8160 runs sustained loads?
The 24-core 2.1 GHz Platinum 8160 will hit its thermal envelope before the 64 GB DDR4 or 7.68 TB memory ceiling becomes a bottleneck.
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