DELL
DELL PowerEdge R730xd 12LFF 1x Xeon E5-2650 v3 384GB DDR4 No Drive
12-bay 3.5" rack server with Xeon E5-2650 v3, 384 GB DDR4, PERC H730 and dual 10 GbE, drives not included
- TypeRack
- CPU TypeIntel Xeon
- CPU Speed2.3GHz
- # of Processors Installed1
- MAX Processors2
- Installed Memory Size384GB
- 10-core Xeon E5-2650 v3 at 2.3GHz for compute density
- 384GB DDR4 ECC registered memory supports large datasets
- 12-bay 3.5" chassis enables high-capacity storage builds
- PERC H730 SAS controller with 25MB cache accelerates RAID
- Dual 10GbE plus 1GbE networking handles heavy traffic
12-bay 3.5-inch rack server for storage-heavy
The Dell PowerEdge R730xd fits twelve 3.5-inch drives in a 2U chassis and ships with 384 GB of DDR4 ECC registered memory. A single Xeon E5-2650 v3 running at 2.3 GHz with ten cores provides the compute base. The PERC H730 SAS controller manages RAID across SATA drives. This configuration targets buyers who need dense local capacity without a second processor installed.
Sustained throughput with single-socket headroom
The ten-core processor maintains its 2.3 GHz clock under continuous load because the second socket remains empty, leaving thermal and power margin for the chassis. Memory bandwidth scales across 384 GB of DDR4, supporting virtualisation hosts or database nodes that run for hours without throttling. The PERC H730 offloads parity calculations, keeping the CPU available for application threads. Buyers who need more than ten cores or a second CPU must add another processor.
Dual 1100 W supplies cool a fully populated chassis
Two redundant 1100 W power supplies feed the system, the twelve drive bays, and the PERC H730 controller while fans adjust speed to inlet temperature. Acoustic output stays within data-centre norms for a 2U rack mount. Power draw rises with every drive added, so a fully loaded 12-bay configuration consumes more than a partially filled one. Builders who need quiet office operation or single-supply efficiency should evaluate alternative form factors.
Highlights
- 10-core Xeon E5-2650 v3 at 2.3GHz for compute density
- 384GB DDR4 ECC registered memory supports large datasets
- 12-bay 3.5" chassis enables high-capacity storage builds
- PERC H730 SAS controller with 25MB cache accelerates RAID
- Dual 10GbE plus 1GbE networking handles heavy traffic
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | PowerEdge |
| Model | Rack Mount |
| Type | Rack |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Speed | 2.3GHz |
| # of Processors Installed | 1 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 384GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 768GB |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 6,00 |
| 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 loud and hot does the R730xd get with dual 1100W supplies running continuously?
The server uses two 1100W power supplies; typical 12-bay 3.5" chassis fan profiles ramp up under sustained load, so expect noticeable airflow noise and heat output in a closed rack.
Which drives and caddies must I supply to populate the 12 front bays?
The chassis accepts twelve 3.5" SATA or SAS drives; drive carriers are not included, so you must provide compatible caddies and drives yourself.
Will my existing PERC H730 cables and iDRAC8 Enterprise licence carry over if I move this server into my current rack?
The PERC H730 RAID controller and iDRAC8 Enterprise licence are already installed, so existing SAS cabling and remote-management workflows remain compatible.
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