Dell
Dell PowerEdge R540 8x3.5 Server (Renewed)
750W
A renewed 2U rack server with dual Xeon processors, 128GB RAM, and 48TB of raw SAS storage for demanding workloads.
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Overview
High-Performance Server Solution for Growing Businesses
The Dell PowerEdge R540 is a robust and scalable 2U rack server designed to meet the demands of growing businesses. This renewed server offers powerful processing capabilities and ample storage capacity.
- Form Factor: 2U Rack Server
- Drive Bays: 8 x 3.5" Hot Plug
- Processors: 2X Intel Silver 4110 Eight Core 2.1Ghz
- Memory: 128GB RAM
- Storage: 4X 12TB SAS
- Controller: H730
- Condition: Renewed
Key Features
2x 2.1Ghz Eight Core Silver 4110 CPUs
128GB of ECC DDR4 RAM
4 x Dell 12TB 7.2K 12G 3.5'' SAS Drives
H730 1GB 12Gbps Raid Controller
2x 750W Redundant Power Supplies
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Dual eight-core Xeon processors provide strong multi-threaded performance for virtualization and database workloads.
- 48TB of raw SAS storage with four remaining open bays for future expansion.
- Hot-plug drive bays allow drive replacement without downtime.
- H730 RAID controller supports a wide range of RAID levels for data protection.
- 128GB of RAM accommodates memory-intensive applications and multiple virtual machines.
👎 Cons
- Renewed condition means cosmetic imperfections and potentially shorter remaining component lifespan.
- 2U rack form factor requires a server rack or appropriate mounting environment.
- Xeon Silver 4110 processors are several generations old and lack newer instruction set extensions.
- SAS drives, while reliable, are louder and consume more power than modern NVMe alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What processors are installed in this renewed PowerEdge R540?
It comes equipped with two Intel Xeon Silver 4110 eight-core processors running at 2.1GHz base clock.
How much total storage does this server configuration include?
This configuration includes four 12TB SAS drives for a total of 48TB raw storage across eight available 3.5-inch hot-plug bays.
What does "renewed" mean for this server?
Renewed means the server has been professionally inspected, tested, and restored to working condition. It may show minor cosmetic wear but is fully functional.
What RAID controller is included?
The server includes a Dell PERC H730 RAID controller, which supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60.
Are the drive bays hot-swappable?
Yes, all eight 3.5-inch drive bays support hot-plug functionality, allowing you to replace or add drives without powering down the server.
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