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Dell PowerEdge R640 - Dual Bronze, 8 x 2.5" Server (Renewed)
Renewed Dell PowerEdge R640 1U rack server delivers dual Xeon Bronze processors, 64GB RAM, and 8-bay storage in a compact chassis.
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Overview
Reliable Performance for Demanding Workloads
The Dell PowerEdge R640 server delivers exceptional performance and scalability in a compact 1U form factor. Equipped with dual Intel Xeon Bronze processors, ample memory, and fast storage, this renewed server is ideal for a variety of business applications.
- Form Factor: 1U Rack Server
- Processors: 2 x Intel Xeon Bronze 3106 Eight Core 1.7Ghz
- Memory: 64GB RAM
- Storage: 2 x 600GB 10K HDD
- Drive Bays: 8 x 2.5" Hot Plug
- RAID Controller: H330
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "renewed" mean for this Dell PowerEdge R640?
This server has been professionally inspected, tested, and restored to working condition by a qualified refurbisher. It may show minor cosmetic wear but is functionally validated, and it typically comes at a significant discount compared to buying new.
What RAID configuration does the H330 controller support?
The Dell PERC H330 RAID controller supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, and 50. It is a hardware RAID controller, meaning it handles RAID processing independently of the server's CPUs, though it does not include a write cache or battery backup.
Can the memory and storage be upgraded on this R640?
Yes. The PowerEdge R640 supports up to 24 DDR4 DIMM slots for memory expansion and the 8 x 2.5-inch hot-plug drive bays allow you to add or replace drives without shutting down the server, making upgrades straightforward.
What workloads are the Xeon Bronze 3106 processors suited for?
The dual Xeon Bronze 3106 processors provide 16 total cores at 1.7GHz. They are suited for lighter server workloads such as file serving, basic virtualization, web hosting, and directory services, but are not ideal for compute-intensive tasks like large databases or heavy virtualization.
What rack space does the PowerEdge R640 require?
The R640 occupies a single 1U slot in a standard 19-inch server rack, making it one of the most space-efficient rack server options for environments where rack density matters.