DELL
DELL PowerEdge R730 8x3.5" 1x Xeon E5-2603 v3 256GB DDR4 No Drive
Rack server with eight 3.5" drive bays, single Xeon E5-2603 v3 at 1.6GHz and 256GB DDR4 ECC memory
- TypeRack
- CPU TypeIntel Xeon
- CPU Speed1.6GHz
- # of Processors Installed1
- MAX Processors2
- Installed Memory Size256GB
- Supports eight 3.5" drives for high-density storage
- Single Xeon E5-2603 v3 at 1.6GHz with six cores
- 256GB DDR4 ECC registered memory installed
- PERC H730 SAS controller enables hardware RAID
- Dual 495W supplies with iDRAC8 Enterprise remote management
Ready for virtualisation and database workloads
The Dell PowerEdge R730 ships with one Xeon E5-2603 v3 processor running at 1.6 GHz, six cores and 15 MB cache. A full 256 GB of DDR4 ECC registered memory is installed, leaving headroom up to the 768 GB maximum. The 8-bay 3.5-inch chassis supports SATA and SAS drives through the PERC H730 RAID controller, and dual 495 W power supplies are fitted. iDRAC8 Enterprise provides remote management out of the box.
Tool-less rails and colour-coded cabling simplify
The 2U chassis slides into standard rails without tools, and memory risers use ejector levers for quick DIMM changes. Drive carriers latch with a single lever, so the eight 3.5-inch bays can be populated in minutes. Common issues include forgetting to seat the PERC H730 battery-backed cache module, which disables write-back caching, and leaving the iDRAC network port unconfigured, which blocks remote console access.
Confirm rack depth and power infrastructure before
The unit measures 36 inches deep, so verify that your cabinet accommodates that length with cable management. Two 495 W supplies require two PDU outlets on separate circuits for full redundancy. Network uplinks use two 10 GbE and two 1 GbE ports, so ensure matching switch ports and cabling are available. No drives are included; plan the capacity and RAID level you need and order compatible 3.5-inch SAS or SATA disks separately.
Highlights
- Supports eight 3.5" drives for high-density storage
- Single Xeon E5-2603 v3 at 1.6GHz with six cores
- 256GB DDR4 ECC registered memory installed
- PERC H730 SAS controller enables hardware RAID
- Dual 495W supplies with iDRAC8 Enterprise remote management
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | PowerEdge |
| Model | Rack Mount |
| Type | Rack |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Speed | 1.6GHz |
| # of Processors Installed | 1 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 256GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 768GB |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 2,00 |
| 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
How can I verify the PERC H730 RAID controller and iDRAC8 Enterprise are functioning after installation?
After power-on, enter the PERC H730 BIOS utility to confirm the controller detects the backplane and any installed drives, then access the iDRAC8 web interface using its dedicated network port to verify remote management and firmware versions.
What components are included with this R730 8x3.5" chassis and what must be sourced separately?
The system ships with 1x Xeon E5-2603 v3 at 1.6GHz, 256GB DDR4 ECC registered memory, PERC H730 SAS controller, Intel I350/X540 quad-port network card, 2x 495W power supplies, and rails on request; 3.5" drives are not installed.
Which memory capacity should I select if I need room to grow beyond the factory 256GB DDR4?
The R730 supports a maximum of 768GB DDR4, so the 256GB configuration leaves ample headroom for adding modules later across the available DIMM slots.
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