DELL
DELL PowerEdge R740xd 12LFF Xeon Platinum 8160 2.1GHz 24C 128GB DDR4 No Drive rack server
A 12-bay 3.5-inch rack server with one 24-core Xeon Platinum 8160 at 2.1 GHz, 128 GB DDR4, and a PERC H730P controller, ready for custom storage
- TypeRack
- CPU TypeIntel Xeon
- CPU Speed2.1GHz
- # of Processors Installed1
- MAX Processors2
- Installed Memory Size128GB
- 24-core Xeon Platinum 8160 at 2.1 GHz for heavy compute workloads
- 128 GB DDR4 ECC registered memory for large virtualisation density
- 12 x 3.5" drive bays with PERC H730P RAID controller for flexible storage scaling
- Dual 10 GbE 562T ports plus iDRAC9 Enterprise for high-speed remote management
- 2 x 1100 W redundant power supplies keep the 12-bay chassis running reliably
Dense 12-bay storage server
The Dell PowerEdge R740xd chassis holds up to twelve 3.5-inch SATA drives behind a PERC H730P RAID controller, making it a compact platform for capacity-focused workloads. A single Xeon Platinum 8160 processor delivers twenty-four cores at 2.1 GHz with 33 MB cache, while 128 GB of DDR4 ECC registered memory supports virtualization and database tasks. Dual 1100 W supplies and iDRAC9 Enterprise remote management complete the 2U rackmount package.
Suits storage-heavy roles.
This configuration fits teams building backup targets, software-defined storage nodes, or archive repositories that need many drive bays in two rack units. Buyers who need GPU acceleration, a second processor installed immediately, or installed drives out of the box should evaluate other platforms. The single-CPU layout leaves one socket open for future expansion when compute demand grows.
Twelve 3.5-inch bays define capacity ceiling
The chassis provides twelve large-form-factor bays, so the maximum raw storage is set by the number and size of SATA drives you populate. No drives ship with the unit, and the PERC H730P controller manages RAID across whichever disks you add. This bay count is the single specification that determines whether the server matches your storage scale.
Highlights
- 24-core Xeon Platinum 8160 at 2.1 GHz for heavy compute workloads
- 128 GB DDR4 ECC registered memory for large virtualisation density
- 12 x 3.5" drive bays with PERC H730P RAID controller for flexible storage scaling
- Dual 10 GbE 562T ports plus iDRAC9 Enterprise for high-speed remote management
- 2 x 1100 W redundant power supplies keep the 12-bay chassis running reliably
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | PowerEdge |
| Model | Rack Mount |
| Type | Rack |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Speed | 2.1GHz |
| # of Processors Installed | 1 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 128GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 3TB |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 16,00 |
| 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
When will the PERC H730P RAID controller battery need replacement?
The PERC H730P uses a flash-backed write cache module; its super-capacitor typically lasts several years under normal server duty cycles.
What caps the 24-core Xeon 8160 performance during continuous heavy workloads?
The 2.1 GHz base clock and 33 MB cache define the sustained throughput ceiling before thermal throttling engages.
How loud and hot does the 12-bay chassis get with both 1100W supplies running 24/7?
Dual 1100W PSUs and 12 drive bays mean fan speeds ramp under load; iDRAC9 lets you monitor inlet temperature and acoustic levels in real time.
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