DELL
DELL PowerEdge R640 8B SFF 48-Core 2x Xeon 8160 2.1GHz 128GB DDR4 H730P X710 rack server
Dual Xeon Platinum 8160 2.10GHz 48-core rack server with 128GB DDR4, H730P controller, X710 networking, and eight 2.5-inch drive bays
- TypeRackmount
- LEDsPower, Ethernet, USB
- CPU TypePlatinum 8160
- CPU Speed2.10GHz
- CPU SocketLGA3647
- Number of CPU Cores20
- 48 cores across dual Xeon 8160 CPUs power demanding virtualization workloads
- 128 GB DDR4 memory sustains multiple VMs and data-intensive applications
- H730P RAID controller plus eight 2.5-inch drive bays enable flexible storage configurations
- Rack-ready with rails and front bezel for immediate data-centre deployment
- 60 kg chassis rated for two Platinum 8160 processors at 2.1 GHz
Dell PowerEdge R640 48-Core Server
The Dell PowerEdge R640 is a 1U rackmount server system built for business workloads such as virtualization, databases, and application hosting. It operates with two installed Intel Xeon Platinum 8160 processors, delivering 48 cores total at 2.10GHz. The system includes 128GB of DDR4 memory and an H730P storage controller, supplied with rack rails and a front bezel for immediate deployment.
Who this suits and who should look elsewhere
This server suits IT teams needing a dense, two-socket platform with integrated 10GbE networking via the X710 adapter for virtualization clusters or database nodes. The eight 2.5-inch drive bays allow flexible storage configurations using separately sourced drives. Buyers who require GPU acceleration, larger 3.5-inch drive bays, or a tower form factor should consider alternative platforms.
Deciding specification: 48 cores from dual Xeon
The defining specification is the dual-socket configuration providing 48 cores at 2.10GHz, which determines the concurrent thread capacity for virtual machines and container workloads. Memory can scale to 3TB DDR4 across available slots when workloads grow. The LGA3647 socket and installed CPU count of two represent the maximum processor configuration for this chassis.
Highlights
- 48 cores across dual Xeon 8160 CPUs power demanding virtualization workloads
- 128 GB DDR4 memory sustains multiple VMs and data-intensive applications
- H730P RAID controller plus eight 2.5-inch drive bays enable flexible storage configurations
- Rack-ready with rails and front bezel for immediate data-centre deployment
- 60 kg chassis rated for two Platinum 8160 processors at 2.1 GHz
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Type | Rackmount |
| LEDs | Power, Ethernet, USB |
| CPU Type | Platinum 8160 |
| CPU Speed | 2.10GHz |
| CPU Socket | LGA3647 |
| Number of CPU Cores | 20 |
| # 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 RAID controller is included, and how many drive bays does it support?
The server includes a PERC H730P RAID controller and supports eight 2.5-inch drive bays in the front.
What rack-mount hardware ships with the unit?
The package includes rack rails and a front bezel so the 1U chassis can be secured in a standard rack.
How are the processors and memory installed from the factory?
Two Xeon Platinum 8160 CPUs are pre-seated in the LGA3647 sockets and 128GB of DDR4 memory is populated across the DIMM slots.
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