DELL
DELL PowerEdge R640 8B SFF 40-Core 2x Xeon Gold 6148 2.4GHz 128GB DDR4 8x 1TB SATA SSD H730P rack server
A 1U rack server with dual 24-core Xeon Gold 6148 CPUs, 128GB DDR4, eight 2.5-inch 1TB SATA SSDs and an H730P controller for virtualization and database workloads
- TypeWorkstation
- LEDsPower, Ethernet, USB
- CPU TypeGold 6148
- CPU Speed2.40GHz
- Number of CPU Cores24
- # of Processors Installed2
- Dual Xeon Gold 6148 CPUs deliver 40 total cores for heavy virtualization workloads
- 128GB DDR4 memory supports multiple virtual machines and data-intensive applications simultaneously
- Eight 1TB SATA SSDs provide high-capacity storage for operating systems and business data
- H730P storage controller simplifies array configuration and ongoing drive management
- 1U rack form factor with eight 2.5-inch bays maximizes compute density in limited space
Built for business workloads
The Dell PowerEdge R640 is a 1U rack server designed for file storage, virtualization, databases, backups, and application hosting. It ships with two Intel Xeon Gold 6148 processors running at 2.40GHz, providing 40 cores total for multi-threaded performance. 128GB of DDR4 memory and eight new 1TB SATA SSDs support multiple services and data-heavy applications. An H730P storage controller simplifies array management from day one.
Upgrade from limited cores or spinning disks
Replacing a system with fewer than 40 cores or mechanical drives yields the clearest gains for virtualization density and database responsiveness. The jump is worth it when current hardware cannot sustain the simultaneous virtual machines or I/O throughput your workloads now demand. The integrated GPU handles console output only, so graphics acceleration is not a factor in this upgrade path.
Verify rack depth and power infrastructure
Confirm your rack can accommodate the chassis depth and that your PDUs deliver the required connectors for dual power supplies. The eight 2.5-inch bays are fully populated with SATA SSDs, so no internal drive expansion remains without removing existing drives. Memory uses DDR4 RDIMMs up to the 3TB maximum; mixing other DDR generations will not work. Operating system installation is not included.
Highlights
- Dual Xeon Gold 6148 CPUs deliver 40 total cores for heavy virtualization workloads
- 128GB DDR4 memory supports multiple virtual machines and data-intensive applications simultaneously
- Eight 1TB SATA SSDs provide high-capacity storage for operating systems and business data
- H730P storage controller simplifies array configuration and ongoing drive management
- 1U rack form factor with eight 2.5-inch bays maximizes compute density in limited space
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Type | Workstation |
| LEDs | Power, Ethernet, USB |
| CPU Type | Gold 6148 |
| CPU Speed | 2.40GHz |
| Number of CPU Cores | 24 |
| # 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 | 55 |
Questions about this item
What rack depth do the Dell R640 sliding rails support?
The Dell sliding rails for the R640 support a range of cabinet depths and include tool-less brackets for quick mounting.
What BIOS and controller steps are done before the server ships?
Technicians set up the BIOS, configure the controllers, build an array if applicable, update drivers and run diagnostics before the unit leaves the facility.
What drive replacement will be needed as the SSDs age?
The eight 1 TB SATA SSDs will eventually reach their write-endurance limit and should be replaced with matching 2.5-inch SATA SSDs.
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