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Dell PowerEdge R730 2U rack server, matte black front with eight 2.5 inch drive bays

DELL

DELL PowerEdge R730 8SFF 2x Xeon E5-2660V3 512GB DDR4

SKU CH-JJYJ-8NJWF

A rack-mount server with two 10-core Xeon CPUs at 2.6GHz, 512GB DDR4 ECC memory, PERC H730 SAS RAID controller and eight 2.5-inch drive bays

  • TypeRack
  • CPU TypeIntel Xeon
  • CPU Speed2.6GHz
  • # of Processors Installed2
  • MAX Processors2
  • Installed Memory Size512GB
  • Dual Xeon E5-2660v3 processors with 10 cores each for multi-threaded workloads
  • 512GB DDR4 ECC registered memory supports large datasets and virtualisation
  • 8 SFF drive bays accept 2.5" SAS drives for flexible storage capacity
  • PERC H730 RAID controller enables hardware RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
  • iDRAC8 Enterprise licence provides remote management and monitoring capabilities

Dell PowerEdge R730 8SFF Server

The Dell PowerEdge R730 is a 2U rack-mount server system built for virtualisation, database and compute-intensive workloads. It ships with two Intel Xeon E5-2660 v3 processors running at 2.6 GHz, each providing 10 cores and 25 MB cache. Installed memory totals 512 GB of DDR4 ECC registered DIMMs across 24 slots, leaving room to reach the 768 GB maximum. The chassis holds up to eight 2.5-inch SAS drive bays and includes a PERC H730 RAID controller. Remote management is handled by iDRAC8 with an Enterprise licence.

Suited for multi-threaded applications

This configuration suits organisations that need high core counts and large memory capacity in a dense 2U form factor. The dual-socket design supports up to two processors, so workloads requiring more than two sockets will need a different platform. Buyers who require dedicated GPU acceleration or storage interfaces beyond SAS should evaluate other options. The integrated graphics and 495 W redundant power supplies are intended for headless server operation.

512 GB DDR4 ECC memory installed

The single specification that determines fit is the 512 GB of DDR4 ECC registered memory already populated across 24 DIMM slots. This capacity supports substantial virtual-machine density and in-memory databases immediately. Expansion to 768 GB is possible by adding modules, but the installed memory type and speed are fixed to DDR4. Verify that your workload fits within this memory ceiling and that DDR4 compatibility matches your existing infrastructure.

Highlights

  • Dual Xeon E5-2660v3 processors with 10 cores each for multi-threaded workloads
  • 512GB DDR4 ECC registered memory supports large datasets and virtualisation
  • 8 SFF drive bays accept 2.5" SAS drives for flexible storage capacity
  • PERC H730 RAID controller enables hardware RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
  • iDRAC8 Enterprise licence provides remote management and monitoring capabilities

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesPowerEdge
ModelRack Mount
TypeRack
CPU TypeIntel Xeon
CPU Speed2.6GHz
# of Processors Installed2
MAX Processors2
Installed Memory Size512GB
Memory TypeDDR4
Max Memory Capacity768GB
Hard Drive (Installed)4,80
Storage ControllerDell PERC H730 SAS Controller
HDD InterfaceSAS
GPU TypeIntegrated Graphics
Remote ManagementiDRAC8 - Enterprise License
Dimensions36 x 24 x 10 in
Weight40

Questions about this item

How do I install the 2.6 GHz Xeon E5-2660V3 processors in the R730 chassis, and what step is often missed?

Align each processor with the socket notches, lower the retention lever fully, then apply the specific torque sequence to the heat-sink screws so both CPUs make even contact.

Which component will need replacement first during long-term operation of the PERC H730 RAID controller?

The controller's onboard cache battery module typically reaches end of life before the SAS controller itself, requiring a swap to keep write-back caching active.

What thermal limit appears first when both 10-core CPUs run sustained workloads with the dual 495 W power supplies?

The chassis inlet temperature threshold is reached before the power supplies hit their rated output, triggering fan-speed escalation to maintain safe CPU thermals.

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