DELL
DELL PowerEdge R640 8B SFF 2x Xeon Platinum 8268 2.9GHz 128GB DDR4 8x 600GB SAS rack server
Dual Xeon Platinum 8268 14-core CPUs deliver 48 threads with 128GB DDR4 and eight 600GB SAS drives in a 2.5-inch rackmount chassis
- TypeRackmount
- LEDsPower, Ethernet, USB
- CPU TypePlatinum 8268
- CPU Speed2.90GHz
- CPU SocketLGA3647
- Number of CPU Cores14
- 48 cores across dual Xeon Platinum 8268 CPUs deliver high virtualization throughput
- 128 GB DDR4 memory supports dense VM workloads and large datasets
- Eight 600 GB 10K SAS drives provide fast storage for databases and backups
- H730P RAID controller simplifies array setup and daily management
- 2U rack form factor with 8 × 2.5" bays fits standard data-centre racks
Dell PowerEdge R640 8-bay SFF server
The Dell PowerEdge R640 is a 1U rackmount server system designed for business workloads such as virtualization, databases and application hosting. It ships new with dual Intel Xeon Platinum 8268 processors and 128GB of DDR4 memory installed.
Suits virtualization and database hosts
This configuration suits teams running multiple virtual machines or data-heavy applications that benefit from 48 total cores and 128GB of RAM. Buyers who need more than two processors or more than 3TB of memory capacity should consider other platforms.
Dual Xeon Platinum 8268 2.90GHz CPUs
The server contains two Xeon Platinum 8268 CPUs, each running at 2.90GHz with 14 cores, delivering 48 threads across both sockets. This processor pair is the defining specification for compute-heavy business workloads.
Highlights
- 48 cores across dual Xeon Platinum 8268 CPUs deliver high virtualization throughput
- 128 GB DDR4 memory supports dense VM workloads and large datasets
- Eight 600 GB 10K SAS drives provide fast storage for databases and backups
- H730P RAID controller simplifies array setup and daily management
- 2U rack form factor with 8 × 2.5" bays fits standard data-centre racks
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Type | Rackmount |
| LEDs | Power, Ethernet, USB |
| CPU Type | Platinum 8268 |
| CPU Speed | 2.90GHz |
| CPU Socket | LGA3647 |
| Number of CPU Cores | 14 |
| # of Processors Installed | 2 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 128GB |
| 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
What rack space and depth clearance does the 1U PowerEdge R640 need for mounting?
The server is a 1U rackmount unit weighing 60 kg, so it occupies one rack unit and requires a cabinet deep enough to support that weight with front-to-rear airflow clearance.
What BIOS and controller steps are performed before shipment, and which one is often missed during on-site install?
Technicians set up the BIOS, configure the H730P controller, build the RAID array, update drivers and install the OS if ordered; the step most often missed on-site is re-verifying the RAID array status after the first boot.
Which drive and controller components will need replacement first in a 10K SAS virtualization workload?
The eight 600 GB 10K SAS drives and the H730P controller are the primary wear items; plan to monitor drive SMART data and controller battery health for proactive replacement.
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