DELL
DELL PowerEdge R650xs 1U rack server
A 1U rack server for edge workloads with up to two Xeon processors, 16 DDR4 DIMM slots and flexible 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch SAS, SATA and NVMe storage
- WorkloadEdge Server
- TypeRack
- Rack Height1U
- Enterprise virtualisation and cloud performance from two Xeon processors with up to 32 cores
- High-speed DDR4 memory capacity with 16 slots supporting 1 TB at 3200 MT/s
- Flexible 3.5-inch storage bays offering up to 64 TB SAS or SATA capacity
- Dense 2.5-inch drive support for SAS, SATA or NVMe up to 61.44 TB
- Compact 1U rack form factor designed for edge server workloads
1U Edge Server for Virtualization and Cloud
The DELL PowerEdge R650xs is a 1U rack server built for edge deployments. It targets virtualization, cloud, database scale-out and high-performance compute workloads. The chassis fits a single rack unit while supporting up to two 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors. Buyers needing a tower form factor or larger rack footprint should consider other models.
Sustained Load with Dual Xeon Scalability
Under continuous demand the system scales to 32 cores across both CPUs. Sixteen DDR4 DIMM slots run at 3200 MT/s and support RDIMM up to 1 TB total capacity. This memory bandwidth feeds virtualization hosts and database nodes without throttling. Workloads requiring more than two sockets or memory types beyond DDR4 are not addressed by this platform.
Drive Bay Choice Decides Storage Ceiling
The configuration you select sets the absolute capacity limit. Four 3.5-inch bays accept SAS or SATA drives to a maximum of 64 TB. Eight 2.5-inch bays add NVMe alongside SAS and SATA for up to 61.44 TB. Choose the bay count and protocol that matches your capacity and performance target.
Highlights
- Enterprise virtualisation and cloud performance from two Xeon processors with up to 32 cores
- High-speed DDR4 memory capacity with 16 slots supporting 1 TB at 3200 MT/s
- Flexible 3.5-inch storage bays offering up to 64 TB SAS or SATA capacity
- Dense 2.5-inch drive support for SAS, SATA or NVMe up to 61.44 TB
- Compact 1U rack form factor designed for edge server workloads
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | PowerEdge R650xs |
| Workload | Edge Server |
| Type | Rack |
| Rack Height | 1U |
| Shipping weight | 22.68 kg |
| Package size | 635 × 508 × 127 mm |
Questions about this item
How loud and hot does the R650xs get when running 24/7?
The server is a 1U rack design built for edge workloads; its cooling system manages heat from up to two Xeon processors and 16 DDR4 DIMMs at 3200 MT/s.
What rack, rails and power connections must I already have to install this server?
The unit fits a 1U slot in a standard four-post rack and requires compatible sliding rails and PDU outlets for redundant power supplies.
Can I keep using my existing SAS and SATA drives with the R650xs?
The chassis supports up to 4 x 3.5-inch or 8 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives, so current SAS or SATA HDDs and SSDs will work directly.
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