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DELL PowerEdge R740 2x Gold 6132 14C 256GB 2x 800GB SAS SSD H730P
A 2U rack server with dual 14-core Intel Gold 6132 CPUs, 256GB DDR4, two 800GB SAS SSDs and an H730P RAID controller
- TypeRack
- Rack Height2U
- CPU TypeIntel
- Installed Memory Size256GB
- Hard Drive (Installed)2x 800GB SAS SSD
- Storage ControllerH730P
- Dual Gold 6132 CPUs provide 14 cores each at 2.6GHz
- 256GB DDR4 memory across 16 modules supports demanding workloads
- Two 800GB SAS SSDs with H730P RAID controller ensure fast storage redundancy
- Eight PCIe Gen 3 slots plus Intel X550 10Gb and 1Gb Ethernet enable flexible I/O
- iDRAC9 Enterprise remote management simplifies 2U server administration
Dual Gold 6132 14C Server
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 is a 2U rack server built around two Intel Gold 6132 processors, each with 14 cores at 2.6GHz. It ships with 256GB of DDR4 memory in 16 DIMMs and includes a H730P RAID controller managing two 800GB SAS SSDs. Eight 2.5-inch drive bays and up to eight PCIe Gen 3 slots provide internal expansion. Remote management is handled by iDRAC9 Enterprise.
Virtualisation hosts and database nodes
This configuration suits workloads that benefit from high core counts and large memory capacity, such as virtualisation clusters or in-memory databases. The dual 10Gb RJ45 ports and dual 1Gb RJ45 ports support segregated traffic. Buyers who need more than two pre-installed SSDs or who require an optical drive should look at other configurations.
Rack space and power infrastructure
Verify that your rack can accommodate a 2U chassis with the included rails. Confirm that your power distribution can supply dual 1100W redundant supplies. Check that your network patching supports 10Gb and 1Gb RJ45 connections for the Intel X550 NDC. Ensure your operating system and hypervisor are compatible with the installed processor generation and DDR4 memory speed.
Highlights
- Dual Gold 6132 CPUs provide 14 cores each at 2.6GHz
- 256GB DDR4 memory across 16 modules supports demanding workloads
- Two 800GB SAS SSDs with H730P RAID controller ensure fast storage redundancy
- Eight PCIe Gen 3 slots plus Intel X550 10Gb and 1Gb Ethernet enable flexible I/O
- iDRAC9 Enterprise remote management simplifies 2U server administration
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Model | R740 |
| Type | Rack |
| Rack Height | 2U |
| CPU Type | Intel |
| Installed Memory Size | 256GB |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 2x 800GB SAS SSD |
| Storage Controller | H730P |
| Max HDD Capacity | 8x 2.5" Drive Bays |
| Remote Management | iDRAC9 Enterprise |
Questions about this item
What rack space and power circuits must already be available for this 2U server with dual 1100W supplies?
The chassis occupies 2U of rack height and ships with redundant 1100W power supplies; two separate PDU circuits are recommended for full redundancy.
Will the Intel X550 10Gb RJ45 ports negotiate down to 1Gb links on my existing switches?
Yes, the NDC provides 2x 10Gb RJ45 and 2x 1Gb RJ45 ports; the 10Gb ports auto-negotiate to 1Gb when connected to slower switch ports.
How can I confirm the H730P controller sees both 800GB SAS SSDs in a healthy RAID set?
Open the iDRAC9 Enterprise console, navigate to Storage > Virtual Disks, and verify a single virtual disk shows both 800GB drives with an Optimal status.
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