DELL
DELL PowerEdge R740 2x Gold 6126 12C 32GB 2x 120GB SSD H730P
2U rack server with dual 12-core Intel Gold 6126 CPUs, 32GB DDR4, dual 120GB SATA SSDs and H730P RAID controller
- TypeRack
- Rack Height2U
- CPU TypeIntel
- Installed Memory Size32GB
- Hard Drive (Installed)2x 120GB SATA RI SSD
- Storage ControllerH730P
- Dual Gold 6126 processors provide 12 cores each at 2.6GHz base clock
- 32GB DDR4 memory in two 16GB modules running at 2666 speed
- H730P RAID controller manages storage across eight 2.5-inch drive bays
- Intel X550 network daughter card offers two 10Gb and two 1Gb RJ45 ports
- iDRAC9 Enterprise enables remote server management and monitoring
Purpose-built rack server
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 is a 2U rack server configured with two Intel Gold 6126 processors, each delivering 12 cores at 2.6 GHz. It ships with 32 GB of DDR4 memory in two 16 GB modules and a PERC H730P RAID controller managing two 120 GB SATA RI SSDs. The chassis provides eight 2.5-inch drive bays and up to eight PCIe Gen 3 slots for expansion cards.
Fit for dense compute, not for massive local storage
This system suits buyers who need dual-socket performance in a compact 2U form factor with integrated 10 Gb and 1 Gb Ethernet. Organisations requiring extensive internal capacity beyond eight 2.5-inch bays or those needing an internal optical drive should evaluate alternative platforms. The included iDRAC9 Enterprise licence simplifies remote lifecycle management for distributed deployments.
The eight-bay SFF chassis sets the storage limit
Eight 2.5-inch drive bays define the maximum number of internal drives this server can hold. The PERC H730P controller supports RAID across those bays, but the physical bay count cannot be exceeded without external enclosures. Buyers planning larger direct-attached arrays must account for this constraint.
Highlights
- Dual Gold 6126 processors provide 12 cores each at 2.6GHz base clock
- 32GB DDR4 memory in two 16GB modules running at 2666 speed
- H730P RAID controller manages storage across eight 2.5-inch drive bays
- Intel X550 network daughter card offers two 10Gb and two 1Gb RJ45 ports
- iDRAC9 Enterprise enables remote server management and monitoring
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Model | R740 |
| Type | Rack |
| Rack Height | 2U |
| CPU Type | Intel |
| Installed Memory Size | 32GB |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 2x 120GB SATA RI SSD |
| Storage Controller | H730P |
| Max HDD Capacity | 8x 2.5" Drive Bays |
| Remote Management | iDRAC9 Enterprise |
Questions about this item
What rack space must I have free to mount this 2U R740 server?
The chassis occupies 2U of standard 19-inch rack height, so reserve two contiguous rack units.
Can the Intel X550 10Gb RJ45 ports link to my existing 1Gb switches?
Yes, the X550 NDC also provides two 1Gb RJ45 ports that auto-negotiate down to gigabit speeds.
How do I confirm the H730P RAID controller sees both 120GB SSDs after first boot?
Open the iDRAC9 Enterprise interface, navigate to Storage, and verify both drives appear in a healthy RAID volume.
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