DELL
DELL PowerEdge R640 SFF 2x Xeon Gold 6146 3.20GHz 12-core 48GB DDR4 5x 1TB SSD H740P rack server
Dual Xeon Gold 6146 3.20GHz 12-core CPUs with 48GB DDR4 and five 1TB SSDs on an H740P controller in a 10-bay 2.5" rack server
- TypeRackmount
- LEDsPower, Ethernet, USB
- CPU TypeGold 6146
- CPU Speed3.20GHz
- Number of CPU Cores12
- Installed Memory Size48GB
- Dual Xeon Gold 6146 CPUs deliver 12 cores at 3.20GHz for demanding workloads
- 48GB DDR4 memory supports multiple virtual machines and data-intensive applications
- Five 1TB SSDs provide 5TB total storage for operating systems and business data
- H740P storage controller simplifies array configuration and daily management
- Ten 2.5-inch drive bays allow future capacity expansion as needs grow
Dell PowerEdge R640 SFF server for virtualization
The Dell PowerEdge R640 SFF is a 1U rackmount server built for business workloads such as virtualization, databases, file storage, backups and application hosting. Two Intel Xeon Gold 6146 processors run at 3.20GHz with 12 cores each, delivering dependable performance for multi-service environments. Installed 48GB DDR4 memory supports multiple virtual machines and data-heavy applications from day one.
Storage limits with ten 2.5-inch bays and H740P
Ten 2.5-inch drive bays set the physical storage ceiling, and five bays are already occupied by 1TB SSDs for operating systems, applications, virtual machines and business data. The included H740P storage controller simplifies array setup and day-to-day management, but the remaining five bays define the maximum additional capacity you can add internally. No operating system is installed, so the storage layout is entirely your choice.
Rackmount build with front LEDs and 60kg weight
A rackmount chassis carries front-panel LEDs for power, Ethernet and USB status, giving immediate visual feedback in a dense cabinet. At 60kg the unit requires two-person handling or a lift during installation and any subsequent maintenance. Integrated graphics handle basic display output without occupying an expansion slot, leaving the risers free for additional I/O cards if needed.
Highlights
- Dual Xeon Gold 6146 CPUs deliver 12 cores at 3.20GHz for demanding workloads
- 48GB DDR4 memory supports multiple virtual machines and data-intensive applications
- Five 1TB SSDs provide 5TB total storage for operating systems and business data
- H740P storage controller simplifies array configuration and daily management
- Ten 2.5-inch drive bays allow future capacity expansion as needs grow
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Type | Rackmount |
| LEDs | Power, Ethernet, USB |
| CPU Type | Gold 6146 |
| CPU Speed | 3.20GHz |
| Number of CPU Cores | 12 |
| Installed Memory Size | 48GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 3TB |
| GPU Type | Integrated |
| Expansion Bays | 10B - 10x 2.5" |
| Operating System | No |
| Weight | 60 |
Questions about this item
Should I choose the 5x 1TB SSD configuration or add more drives later?
The chassis has 10 bays for 2.5" drives, so the 5x 1TB SSD array leaves five empty slots for future expansion.
What does the 3.20GHz clock on the Xeon Gold 6146 deliver in a live workload?
Two 12-core processors running at 3.20GHz give a high per-core frequency that keeps virtual machines and databases responsive under steady load.
How does the H740P controller affect the 5x 1TB SSD array?
The H740P manages the 10-bay backplane and supports hardware RAID across the installed SSDs for data protection and simplified volume management.
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