DELL
DELL PowerEdge R730 8LFF 2x Xeon E5-2643 v3 512GB DDR4
A 2U rack server with eight 3.5-inch drive bays, dual 3.4 GHz Xeon processors and 512 GB DDR4 memory, ready for storage-heavy workloads
- TypeRack
- CPU TypeIntel Xeon
- CPU Speed3.4GHz
- # of Processors Installed2
- MAX Processors2
- Installed Memory Size512GB
- Dual 3.4 GHz Xeon processors deliver high single-thread performance
- 512 GB DDR4 ECC memory supports large virtualisation workloads
- Eight 3.5" drive bays with PERC H730 controller enable flexible storage arrays
- iDRAC8 Enterprise licence provides full remote management out of band
- Dual 495 W power supplies and four network ports ensure resilient uptime
Rack server with dual Xeon processors
This Dell PowerEdge R730 ships with two Intel Xeon E5-2643 v3 processors running at 3.4GHz and 512GB of DDR4 ECC registered memory. The 8LFF chassis supports up to eight 3.5-inch drives and includes a PERC H730 SAS controller. It is built for organisations that need dense compute and memory in a 2U rack form factor.
Upgrades from single-socket or lower-memory servers
Moving to this dual-processor platform adds 12 total cores and expands the memory ceiling to 768GB. The jump is worthwhile when workloads such as virtualisation, database caching or high-thread-count applications exceed the capacity of a single-socket system. The integrated 10GbE and 1GbE networking also removes the need for separate NICs in many deployments.
Verify rack depth and power before ordering
The unit measures 36 inches deep and weighs 40 units, so confirm your rack can accommodate the length and load. Two 495W power supplies are installed; ensure your PDU and circuit can deliver the required current. Drives are not included, so plan the number and type of SATA or SAS disks needed for your RAID configuration.
Highlights
- Dual 3.4 GHz Xeon processors deliver high single-thread performance
- 512 GB DDR4 ECC memory supports large virtualisation workloads
- Eight 3.5" drive bays with PERC H730 controller enable flexible storage arrays
- iDRAC8 Enterprise licence provides full remote management out of band
- Dual 495 W power supplies and four network ports ensure resilient uptime
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | PowerEdge |
| Model | Rack Mount |
| Type | Rack |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Speed | 3.4GHz |
| # of Processors Installed | 2 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 512GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 768GB |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 4,00 |
| 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 rack depth and clearance does the 36 x 24 x 10 in chassis need for the 8 LFF drive bays?
The unit occupies a standard 2U rack height and requires a cabinet at least 36 in deep; allow extra rear space for cable routing to the PERC H730 SAS controller and the dual 495 W power supplies.
How are the two Xeon E5-2643 v3 processors and 512 GB DDR4 ECC memory installed, and what step is often missed?
Both CPUs are pre-seated in the dual-socket board; the memory is populated across 24 DIMM slots in matched pairs per channel — skipping the per-channel pairing causes boot failure.
When will the PERC H730 RAID controller battery or the 495 W power supplies need replacement?
The controller cache battery typically lasts three to five years; each 495 W supply is rated for continuous operation and should be swapped if the iDRAC8 Enterprise log reports a fan or voltage fault.
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