DELL
DELL PowerEdge R740xd 12LFF 2x Xeon Silver 4114 192GB RAM rack server
12-bay 3.5-inch rack server with dual Xeon Silver 4114 CPUs at 2.2 GHz, 192 GB DDR4 ECC memory and PERC H730P RAID controller
- TypeRack
- CPU TypeIntel Xeon
- CPU Speed2.2GHz
- # of Processors Installed2
- MAX Processors2
- Installed Memory Size192GB
- Dual Xeon Silver 4114 processors provide 10 cores each at 2.2GHz
- 192GB DDR4 ECC registered memory supports demanding virtualisation workloads
- 12 x 3.5" drive bays with PERC H730P controller enable high-capacity SATA storage
- iDRAC9 Enterprise licence gives full remote management and monitoring
- Dual 1100W power supplies and 10GbE 562T adapter ensure resilient network and power delivery
Dell PowerEdge R740xd 12-Bay Server
The Dell PowerEdge R740xd is a 2U rack server fitted with two Intel Xeon Silver 4114 processors running at 2.2GHz. Each CPU provides ten cores and 13.75MB of cache. The system ships with 192GB of DDR4 ECC registered memory and a PERC H730P RAID controller. It offers twelve 3.5-inch drive bays and includes dual 1100W power supplies with iDRAC9 Enterprise remote management.
Ideal for Dense Storage Workloads
This configuration suits organisations that need high local capacity in a standard rack footprint, such as backup repositories, software-defined storage nodes or surveillance archives. The twelve-bay chassis and hardware RAID controller support large SATA arrays. Buyers who require more than two sockets, faster processor frequencies, GPU acceleration or a smaller form factor should evaluate other platforms.
Twelve 3.5-Inch Drive Bays Define Capacity
The single specification that decides fit is the twelve-bay 3.5-inch chassis. It sets the maximum raw storage ceiling and determines whether the server matches the planned disk count. If the workload demands more bays, a different chassis is required; if fewer bays suffice, a smaller system may reduce cost and space.
Highlights
- Dual Xeon Silver 4114 processors provide 10 cores each at 2.2GHz
- 192GB DDR4 ECC registered memory supports demanding virtualisation workloads
- 12 x 3.5" drive bays with PERC H730P controller enable high-capacity SATA storage
- iDRAC9 Enterprise licence gives full remote management and monitoring
- Dual 1100W power supplies and 10GbE 562T adapter ensure resilient network and power delivery
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | PowerEdge |
| Model | Rack Mount |
| Type | Rack |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Speed | 2.2GHz |
| # of Processors Installed | 2 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 192GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 3TB |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 36,00 |
| Storage Controller | Dell PERC H730P Controller |
| HDD Interface | SATA |
| GPU Type | Integrated Graphics |
| Remote Management | iDRAC9 - Enterprise License |
| Dimensions | 36 x 24 x 10 in |
| Weight | 40 |
Questions about this item
How do I install the PERC H730P controller and what step is often missed?
The PERC H730P controller installs in a dedicated internal slot; the step often missed is connecting the SATA cables from the controller to the 12-drive backplane before powering on.
What maintenance or replacement will the 192GB DDR4 memory need later?
The 192GB DDR4 ECC registered memory may require replacement if a DIMM fails; only DDR4 modules are compatible and the system supports up to 3TB total capacity.
What limit appears first on the 2x Xeon Silver 4114 CPUs under sustained use?
The 2.2GHz base clock on the 10-core Xeon Silver 4114 processors is the first limit under sustained load; thermal throttling may occur if the dual 1100W power supplies cannot dissipate heat fast enough.
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