DELL
DELL PowerEdge R740 2x Silver 4210R 10C 64GB 8x 960GB SAS SSD H730P
A 2U rack server with dual 10-core CPUs, 64GB DDR4, eight 960GB SAS SSDs and an H730P RAID controller
- TypeRack
- Rack Height2U
- CPU TypeIntel
- Installed Memory Size64GB
- Hard Drive (Installed)8x 960GB SAS SSD
- Storage ControllerH730P
- Dual 10-core Silver 4210R CPUs at 2.4 GHz for multi-threaded performance
- 64 GB DDR4 memory in four 16 GB modules for virtualisation capacity
- Eight 960 GB SAS SSDs on H730P RAID controller for fast redundant storage
- Intel X550 dual 10 Gb RJ45 plus dual 1 Gb RJ45 for high-speed networking
- iDRAC9 Enterprise remote management with redundant 1100 W power supplies for uptime
Dual 10-Core Silver 4210R Server
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 is a 2U rack server built around two Intel Silver 4210R processors running at 2.4 GHz. Each chip provides ten cores and 13.75 MB cache for multi-threaded workloads. The system ships with 64 GB of DDR4 memory in four 16 GB modules at 2666 MT/s. Eight 960 GB SAS SSDs fill the front 2.5-inch bays and connect through an H730P RAID controller. It targets organisations that need dense compute and fast local storage in a standard rack footprint. Buyers who require GPU acceleration or larger drive counts should look elsewhere.
Thermals and Power in Normal Use
Redundant 1100 W power supplies share the load and keep the server running if one unit fails. The 2U chassis uses front-to-rear airflow to cool the dual CPUs, memory, and eight SSDs under typical utilisation. Fan speeds adjust to inlet temperature, so acoustic output stays within data-centre norms during steady-state operation. Power draw scales with CPU load and storage activity but remains within the capacity of the paired supplies.
Included Accessories and Management Impact
The package includes a front bezel without an LCD, sliding rails, and power cords for immediate rack installation. An Intel X550 network daughter card adds two 10 Gb RJ45 ports and two 1 Gb RJ45 ports for flexible connectivity. iDRAC9 Enterprise provides out-of-band remote management, firmware updates, and hardware monitoring without an operating system. Up to eight PCIe Gen 3 slots remain available for additional controllers or network adapters.
Highlights
- Dual 10-core Silver 4210R CPUs at 2.4 GHz for multi-threaded performance
- 64 GB DDR4 memory in four 16 GB modules for virtualisation capacity
- Eight 960 GB SAS SSDs on H730P RAID controller for fast redundant storage
- Intel X550 dual 10 Gb RJ45 plus dual 1 Gb RJ45 for high-speed networking
- iDRAC9 Enterprise remote management with redundant 1100 W power supplies for uptime
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Model | R740 |
| Type | Rack |
| Rack Height | 2U |
| CPU Type | Intel |
| Installed Memory Size | 64GB |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 8x 960GB SAS SSD |
| Storage Controller | H730P |
| Max HDD Capacity | 8x 2.5" Drive Bays |
| Remote Management | iDRAC9 Enterprise |
Questions about this item
How do I install the 8x 960GB SAS SSDs into the 2.5" drive bays of the R740?
Slide each SAS SSD into the front 2.5" bays until the latch clicks; the H730P controller auto-detects the drives on boot.
What maintenance will the 1100W redundant power supplies need over time?
Replace a failed PSU module hot-swap; clean the front air filter every 6 months to maintain airflow.
What thermal limit appears first when both Silver 4210R CPUs run at 2.4GHz continuously?
The 2U chassis fans ramp to maximum speed once CPU package temperature approaches the firmware throttle point.
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