DELL PowerEdge R730 2U rack server 2× Xeon E5-2680 v3 2.5GHz 12-core 256GB DDR4 8× 600GB SAS H730

Built for midsize enterprise workloads

The Dell PowerEdge R730 is a 2U rack server designed for data warehouses, e-commerce, virtual desktop infrastructure, databases and high-performance computing nodes. Dual Xeon processors deliver 24 cores total at 2.5 GHz with 3.3 GHz turbo. 256 GB of DDR4 2133 MHz registered ECC memory supports demanding applications. Eight 600 GB 10K SAS drives and a PERC H730 controller provide hardware RAID 0/1/5/6/10/50/60.

Verify rack space power and network needs

Confirm a 2U rack opening with ready-rails clearance. The server draws up to 750 W per supply from redundant platinum hot-swap units, so plan PDU capacity accordingly. Network connectivity uses a quad-port daughter card with two 1 GbE and two 10 Gb SFP+ ports — ensure switch compatibility and cabling. iDRAC 8 Enterprise requires a dedicated management network segment for remote console and firmware updates. Memory expansion uses 24 DDR4 slots up to 1.5 TB total.

Dual 750 W supplies share load efficiently

Redundant platinum power supplies operate in parallel, reducing per-unit strain and fan speed under typical loads. The 2U chassis directs front-to-rear airflow across processors, memory and drive bays. Eight 2.5-inch SAS drives add modest heat; controller cache battery is monitored by iDRAC. Acoustic output suits standard server-room environments rather than office desks.

Thermal design targets data-centre conditions

The 2U chassis uses front-to-rear airflow across dual processors, 24 DIMM slots, eight 2.5-inch drive bays and the PERC H730 controller. Dual 750 W platinum supplies share load, keeping fan speeds lower than single-supply configurations. iDRAC 8 Enterprise monitors inlet temperature, fan RPM and power-supply health in real time. Acoustic output is engineered for raised-floor server rooms, not quiet office spaces.