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DELL PowerEdge R740xd 24SFF 2x Xeon Gold 5218R 512GB DDR4 rack server

SKU CH-GW7B-J8TE2

A 24-bay 2U rack server with dual 2.1 GHz 20-core Xeon Gold 5218R processors and 512 GB DDR4 ECC memory

  • TypeRack
  • CPU TypeIntel Xeon
  • CPU Speed2.1 GHz
  • # of Processors Installed2
  • MAX Processors2
  • Installed Memory Size512GB
  • Dual Xeon Gold 5218R CPUs deliver 20 cores each at 2.1 GHz
  • 512 GB DDR4 ECC memory supports memory-intensive workloads
  • 24 x 2.5" drive bays with SAS interface provide high-density storage capacity
  • PERC H730P RAID controller enables hardware RAID for data protection
  • iDRAC9 Enterprise licence allows remote management and monitoring

Dense compute in 2U

The Dell PowerEdge R740xd packs two Xeon Gold 5218R processors running at 2.1 GHz and 512GB of DDR4 memory into a 24-bay 2.5-inch chassis. It targets workloads that need high core counts and large memory capacity in a compact rack footprint. Buyers who require GPU acceleration or single-thread frequency above 3 GHz will need a different platform.

Storage-ready chassis

Twenty-four front-accessible 2.5-inch bays connect to a PERC H730P RAID controller over SAS, letting you populate the server with the exact mix of drives your application demands. No drives are installed, so capacity and redundancy are entirely up to the build. The 10 GbE dual-port adapter provides high-throughput networking without consuming a PCIe slot. Systems needing 3.5-inch drives or more than two processors cannot use this chassis.

Dual 1100W supplies

Redundant 1100W power supplies share the load, keeping each unit in an efficient operating range during typical database or virtualisation workloads. Integrated iDRAC9 Enterprise enables remote power cycling and sensor monitoring without attaching a console. Acoustic output scales with inlet temperature and drive count; plan rack airflow accordingly.

Highlights

  • Dual Xeon Gold 5218R CPUs deliver 20 cores each at 2.1 GHz
  • 512 GB DDR4 ECC memory supports memory-intensive workloads
  • 24 x 2.5" drive bays with SAS interface provide high-density storage capacity
  • PERC H730P RAID controller enables hardware RAID for data protection
  • iDRAC9 Enterprise licence allows remote management and monitoring

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesPowerEdge
ModelRack Mount
TypeRack
CPU TypeIntel Xeon
CPU Speed2.1 GHz
# of Processors Installed2
MAX Processors2
Installed Memory Size512GB
Memory TypeDDR4
Max Memory Capacity3TB
Hard Drive (Installed)2,40
Storage ControllerDell PERC H730P Controller
HDD InterfaceSAS
GPU TypeIntegrated Graphics
Remote ManagementiDRAC9 - Enterprise License
Dimensions36 x 24 x 10 in
Weight40

Questions about this item

What limits sustained CPU performance on the dual Xeon Gold 5218R processors?

The two 2.1 GHz Xeon Gold 5218R CPUs each have 20 cores and 27.5MB cache; under continuous load they will hit their thermal design power before any memory or I/O bottleneck appears.

How loud and hot does the chassis get when the 24-bay server runs 24/7?

Dual 1100W power supplies and integrated graphics share airflow through the 24-bay 2.5" chassis; fan speed ramps with inlet temperature and total power draw rather than drive count alone.

Which components must already be on hand before this server can boot?

You need SAS hard drives or SSDs for the 24 drive bays, plus an operating system; the PERC H730P controller and 512GB DDR4 ECC memory are already installed.

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