• Dell R740xd 2U rack server with dual Xeon Scalable and sleek black silver design
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Dell R740xd | 2U Dual-Socket Rack Server, Xeon Scalable, 3TB RAM

R740xd

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Description

The Dell PowerEdge R740xd is a versatile 2U dual-socket rack server engineered for data-intensive workloads, software-defined storage, and virtualized environments. Supporting up to two Intel Xeon Scalable processors with up to 28 cores each and up to 3TB of DDR4 memory across 24 DIMM slots, the R740xd delivers robust compute and memory capacity. With flexible storage configurations including up to 24 NVMe drives or 12 x 3.5-inch bays, up to 8 PCIe Gen3 slots, PERC H740P RAID controller, and iDRAC9 enterprise management, it is ideal for databases, high-performance computing, and scale-out storage deployments.

Features

Dual Intel Xeon Scalable processor support (1st/2nd Gen) for high-density compute workloads
- 24 DDR4 DIMM slots with support for RDIMM, LRDIMM, NVDIMM, and Intel Optane DCPMM
- Memory speeds up to 2933 MT/s with maximum capacity of 3TB
- Up to 24 NVMe drives for ultra-low latency and high-throughput storage
- Flexible drive bay configurations: 24 x 2.5-inch or 12 x 3.5-inch, plus mid and rear bays
- PERC H740P and H730P RAID controllers with advanced data protection
- Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS) with dual M.2 SSDs for hypervisor boot
- Up to 8 x PCIe Gen3 expansion slots for networking, storage, and acceleration cards
- GPU and FPGA acceleration support for AI, HPC, and graphics-intensive workloads
- Hot-plug redundant power supplies and cooling for high availability
- iDRAC9 enterprise management with agent-free monitoring and automated updates
- OpenManage Enterprise integration for unified server lifecycle management
- QuickSync 2 wireless module for easy mobile device access and troubleshooting
- Embedded diagnostics and predictive failure analysis
- Secure Boot, System Lockdown, and Cryptographic Erase security features
- ECC memory, hot-plug drives, and redundant PSUs for data integrity and uptime
- Energy-efficient design with multiple PSU wattage options
- Tool-less chassis and ReadyRails for easy rack installation and serviceability

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Technical Specifications

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Technical Specifications

Form Factor: 2U rack-mountable server
- Processors: Up to two Intel Xeon Scalable processors (1st/2nd Gen), up to 28 cores per processor
- Memory: 24 DDR4 DIMM slots, supports RDIMM/LRDIMM, speeds up to 2933 MT/s, maximum 3TB
- Storage Bays: Up to 24 x 2.5-inch or 12 x 3.5-inch hot-plug drives; supports SAS, SATA, NVMe
- NVMe Support: Up to 24 NVMe drives for high-performance storage
- Storage Controllers: PERC H730P, H740P, HBA330, SWRAID S140; external PERC H840, 12Gbps SAS HBA
- Boot Options: BOSS (Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem) with dual M.2 SSDs
- Expansion Slots: Up to 8 x PCIe Gen3 slots
- GPU/FPGA Support: Up to 3 double-width 300W GPUs or 6 single-width 150W GPUs, or up to 4 FPGAs
- Management: iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller, OpenManage Enterprise, Redfish API, QuickSync 2 wireless module
- Power Supply: Dual hot-plug redundant AC or DC PSUs (495W to 1600W models)
- Network: Up to 4-port integrated NDC (1GbE or 10GbE), plus up to 8 PCIe add-on NICs
- Dimensions: 86.8mm H x 434mm W (2U rack height, standard 19-inch width)
- Operating Temperature: 10°C to 35°C (standard), expanded range available

FAQs

Q: What processor generations does the Dell PowerEdge R740xd support?
A: The R740xd supports both 1st and 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors, with up to 28 cores per processor and dual-socket configurations for a maximum of 56 cores total.

Q: How much storage can the R740xd accommodate?
A: The R740xd offers exceptional storage flexibility with configurations supporting up to 24 x 2.5-inch drives or 12 x 3.5-inch drives in the front bays, plus additional mid-bay and rear-bay options. It supports up to 24 NVMe drives for ultra-high performance, and can mix SAS, SATA, SSD, and NVMe drives in the same chassis.

Q: What RAID controllers are compatible with the R740xd?
A: The R740xd supports internal RAID controllers including PERC H730P, H740P, HBA330, and software RAID S140. External options include the PERC H840 for expanded storage connectivity and 12Gbps SAS HBAs for non-RAID configurations.

Q: Can the R740xd be used for virtualization and software-defined storage?
A: Yes, the R740xd is optimized for virtualization, VDI, and software-defined storage deployments. It supports VMware vSAN, VxFlex (formerly ScaleIO), and other SDS platforms. With high memory capacity, NVMe support, and flexible storage mixing, it is ideal for scale-out and hyper-converged infrastructure.

Q: What management features does the PowerEdge R740xd include?
A: The R740xd includes iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller for comprehensive remote management, OpenManage Enterprise console for centralized monitoring, Redfish API support for automation, and optional QuickSync 2 wireless module for mobile device management access.

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