DELL
DELL PowerEdge R740 2U rack server 1× Gold 6142 16C 64GB 2× 2TB 7.2K SAS H740P
2U rack server with 16-core Gold 6142, 64GB DDR4 and dual 2TB 7.2K SAS drives on H740P controller
- TypeRack
- Rack Height2U
- CPU TypeIntel
- Installed Memory Size64GB
- Hard Drive (Installed)2x 2TB 7.2K NL SAS
- Storage ControllerH740P
- Intel Gold 6142 16-core processor handles heavy workloads
- 64 GB DDR4 memory runs virtual machines smoothly
- 2 TB 7.2K SAS drives store large datasets reliably
- H740P RAID controller protects data with hardware acceleration
- iDRAC9 Enterprise enables remote server management anywhere
Rack Server for Compute Workloads
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 is a 2U rack server built around a single Intel Gold 6142 processor with 16 cores at 2.6GHz. It ships with 64GB of DDR4 memory configured as four 16GB modules running at 2666 MT/s. This configuration targets virtualisation hosts, database nodes and general-purpose compute clusters that need density in a standard rack footprint.
Controller and Networking Add Flexibility
The integrated H740P RAID controller manages the two installed 2TB 7.2K SAS drives and supports additional bays in the 8-bay 2.5-inch chassis. Network I/O is handled by an Intel X550 adapter providing two 10Gb RJ45 ports plus two 1Gb RJ45 ports. Remote administration comes from iDRAC9 Enterprise with full lifecycle control. Rails, bezel and power cords are included in the box.
Memory and Storage Headroom for Growth
The 64GB DDR4 baseline handles moderate VM densities and in-memory databases; the platform scales to much larger capacities when workloads demand it. Two 2TB 7.2K SAS drives deliver 4TB of redundant capacity for operating systems, logs or warm data. Eight 2.5-inch bays leave room for additional SAS or SSD devices. A single 1100W redundant power supply supports the current load with headroom for extra drives and PCIe cards.
Highlights
- Intel Gold 6142 16-core processor handles heavy workloads
- 64 GB DDR4 memory runs virtual machines smoothly
- 2 TB 7.2K SAS drives store large datasets reliably
- H740P RAID controller protects data with hardware acceleration
- iDRAC9 Enterprise enables remote server management anywhere
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Model | R740 |
| Type | Rack |
| Rack Height | 2U |
| CPU Type | Intel |
| Installed Memory Size | 64GB |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 2x 2TB 7.2K NL SAS |
| Storage Controller | H740P |
| Max HDD Capacity | 8x 2.5" Drive Bays |
| Remote Management | iDRAC9 Enterprise |
Questions about this item
Will the H740P RAID controller require a battery or cache module replacement during the server's life?
The H740P controller uses a cache module that may need replacement after several years of continuous operation; Dell recommends checking the cache health status via iDRAC9 Enterprise during routine maintenance.
Which component reaches its limit first when the Gold 6142 16C processor runs at full load for extended periods?
The 1100 W redundant power supplies set the sustained power ceiling; the dual 10 Gb RJ45 and dual 1 Gb RJ45 network ports can saturate before the 16-core CPU hits thermal throttle under typical workloads.
How loud are the fans and what heat output should I expect when the 2× 2 TB 7.2K SAS drives and Gold 6142 CPU run all day?
The 2U chassis fans ramp based on inlet temperature; with two 7.2K SAS drives and a single 16-core processor the acoustic profile stays within standard data-centre limits and exhaust heat is handled by the 1100 W redundant PSUs.
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