DELL
DELL PowerEdge R730 8LFF 2x Xeon E5-2640 v3 2.6GHz 256GB DDR4
Rack server with dual Xeon E5-2640 v3 processors, 256GB DDR4 memory and eight 3.5-inch drive bays ready for SAS or SATA storage
- TypeRack
- CPU TypeIntel Xeon
- CPU Speed2.6GHz
- # of Processors Installed2
- MAX Processors2
- Installed Memory Size256GB
- Dual Xeon E5-2640 v3 processors provide 2.6GHz base speed
- 256GB DDR4 ECC memory supports virtualisation and databases
- PERC H730 SAS controller enables RAID redundancy
- Eight 3.5-inch drive bays allow high-capacity storage
- iDRAC8 Enterprise remote management simplifies server administration
Dell PowerEdge R730 8LFF dual Xeon server
This Dell PowerEdge R730 is a 2U rack server populated with two Intel Xeon E5-2640 v3 processors running at 2.6 GHz and 256 GB of DDR4 ECC registered memory. The chassis provides eight 3.5-inch large form factor drive bays and includes a Dell PERC H730 SAS RAID controller. Remote management is handled by iDRAC8 with an Enterprise licence. The unit ships without drives, allowing the buyer to choose capacity and type.
Suited for virtualisation hosts
The eight-bay chassis and 768 GB maximum memory make this system a good fit for virtualisation clusters, database servers or backup targets that need local SATA or SAS storage. Buyers who require dedicated GPU acceleration, more than two processor sockets or a different drive form factor should evaluate alternative platforms.
PERC H730 SAS RAID controller defines storage
The installed PERC H730 controller manages RAID across the eight 3.5-inch bays using SAS or SATA drives. It determines which RAID levels are available and whether the server can boot from the array. Confirm that the controller meets the redundancy and performance needs of the intended workload before purchase.
Highlights
- Dual Xeon E5-2640 v3 processors provide 2.6GHz base speed
- 256GB DDR4 ECC memory supports virtualisation and databases
- PERC H730 SAS controller enables RAID redundancy
- Eight 3.5-inch drive bays allow high-capacity storage
- iDRAC8 Enterprise remote management simplifies server administration
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | PowerEdge |
| Model | Rack Mount |
| Type | Rack |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Speed | 2.6GHz |
| # of Processors Installed | 2 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 256GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 768GB |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 960,00 |
| Storage Controller | Dell PERC H730 SAS Controller |
| HDD Interface | SATA |
| GPU Type | Integrated Graphics |
| Remote Management | iDRAC8 - Enterprise License |
| Dimensions | 36 x 24 x 10 in |
| Weight | 40 |
Questions about this item
What is the first limit that appears when both Xeon E5-2640 v3 CPUs run at 2.6 GHz continuously?
The dual 495 W power supplies set the total power envelope that the two processors, 256 GB DDR4, PERC H730 controller and eight 3.5" drive bays must share.
How loud or hot does the R730 get when it runs all day under load?
Dual 495 W supplies and eight drive bays mean sustained airflow through the 12th-generation chassis; expect server-grade fan noise and heat output typical of a 2U rack unit.
Which drive type must I already own to populate the eight front bays?
The bays accept 3.5" SATA drives; the PERC H730 SAS controller also supports SAS if you prefer that interface.
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