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Dell PowerEdge R740 2X Xeon Server Renewed
The Dell PowerEdge R740 with dual Xeon Gold 6136 processors and 1.5TB RAM delivers enterprise-grade compute power for demanding workloads.
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Overview
Drive Performance with a Powerful and Versatile Server
The Dell PowerEdge R740 is a high-performance server designed for demanding workloads and enterprise environments. Featuring robust processing power, ample memory, and flexible storage options, this server delivers exceptional performance and scalability.
- Configuration: 8 x 2.5 Hot-Plug
- Processors: 2X Gold 6136 Twelve Core 3Ghz
- RAM: 1536GB
- Storage: 8X 300GB 15K
- RAID Controller: H730
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Dual Xeon Gold 6136 processors with 24 total cores at 3 GHz deliver substantial compute power for virtualization and database workloads
- 1,536GB (1.5TB) of RAM provides exceptional capacity for memory-intensive applications and large-scale virtual machine hosting
- Eight hot-plug 2.5-inch drive bays allow storage maintenance and expansion without server downtime
- H730 RAID controller supports flexible data protection configurations across all eight drives
- 2U rack form factor with enterprise-grade build quality is suitable for standard data center deployments
👎 Cons
- 300GB 15K RPM SAS drives offer speed but limited total raw capacity of 2.4TB, which may require additional storage solutions
- As a renewed unit, component wear and remaining service life are uncertain compared to a new server
- 15K RPM spinning drives consume more power and generate more heat than modern NVMe SSDs
- The 2U chassis occupies more rack space than 1U alternatives for organizations with limited rack capacity
Frequently Asked Questions
How many processor cores does this PowerEdge R740 configuration have in total?
This configuration includes two Intel Xeon Gold 6136 processors, each with 12 cores running at 3 GHz, for a total of 24 physical cores (48 threads with Hyper-Threading).
What RAID controller is included in this server?
It comes equipped with a Dell PERC H730 RAID controller, which supports multiple RAID levels for data protection and performance optimization across the eight drive bays.
How many drive bays does this R740 configuration support?
This configuration features 8 x 2.5-inch hot-plug drive bays, each populated with a 300GB 15K RPM drive for a total raw storage of 2.4TB.
Is this a renewed or refurbished server?
Yes, this is a renewed Dell PowerEdge R740, meaning it has been inspected, tested, and restored to working condition.
Can the storage drives be replaced without shutting down the server?
Yes, all eight 2.5-inch drive bays are hot-plug capable, allowing you to swap drives without powering down the server or interrupting running workloads.
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