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Black 1U rack server with eight 2.5 inch drive bays and front status LEDs

DELL

DELL PowerEdge R640 44-Core Rack Server 2x Xeon Gold 6152 512GB DDR4 8x 1TB SSD

SKU CH-90R5-3T4RV

Dual Xeon Gold 6152 CPUs deliver 44 cores at 2.10GHz with 512GB DDR4 and eight 1TB SSDs in a 2.5-inch rackmount chassis

  • ProcessorGold 6152
  • Installed RAM512 GB
  • Processor core count12
  • Operating systemNo
  • Type of memoryDDR4
  • Processor speed2.1 GHz
  • 44-core Xeon Gold 6152 CPUs deliver multi-threaded performance for virtualization and databases
  • 512GB DDR4 memory supports many concurrent virtual machines and data-heavy applications
  • Eight 1TB SSDs provide high-capacity storage for operating systems, apps and backups
  • H730P storage controller simplifies RAID setup and ongoing array management
  • 2U rackmount chassis with eight 2.5-inch bays fits standard data-centre racks

Dual-socket Xeon virtualisation server

The Dell PowerEdge R640 is a 44-core rackmount system built for business workloads such as virtualisation, databases, file storage and application hosting. Two Intel Xeon Gold 6152 processors each run at 2.10GHz with 12 cores, giving 44 cores total across the platform. The chassis uses eight 2.5-inch drive bays populated with 1TB SSDs and an H730P storage controller. It ships without an operating system.

Sustained multi-threaded throughput

The 512GB DDR4 memory configuration supports many simultaneous virtual machines and data-heavy services without swapping. Dual Xeon Gold 6152 CPUs maintain steady clock speeds under continuous load, while the H730P controller manages RAID arrays for consistent storage latency. Integrated graphics handle basic display output so no discrete GPU is required for headless operation. The 60 weight figure indicates a dense 1U package suited to rack rows with adequate airflow.

Rack integration and common issues

The 1U rackmount form factor slides into standard cabinets, though rail kits are not confirmed in the listing. Eight front-accessible 2.5-inch bays simplify drive replacement, and the H730P controller eases initial array creation. Buyers who need more than 512GB of memory must source additional DDR4 modules separately up to the 3TB maximum. The unit arrives without an OS, so installation media and licences must be prepared in advance. Stock photos may not match the exact configuration received.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Rack & Tower Servers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $3,290.99
Pricier than about 68% of the 17,641 comparable items (median $1,910.99).
Installed RAM 512 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 15,103 comparable items (median 128 GB).
Processor core count 12
Lower than about 60% of the 7,955 comparable items (median 16).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product typeRackmount
Processor
ProcessorGold 6152
Processor core count12
Processor speed2.1 GHz
Memory
Installed RAM512 GB
Type of memoryDDR4
Maximum RAM capacity3 TB
Storage
Drive bays8B - 8x 2.5 in
Graphics
Graphics chipIntegrated
Software
Operating systemNo
More details
Indicator lightsPower, Ethernet, USB

Questions about this item

How much heat and power should I expect from the dual Xeon Gold 6152 CPUs running at 2.10GHz under sustained load?

The server uses two 12-core Xeon Gold 6152 processors at 2.10GHz; total core count is 44 and the unit weighs 60, indicating a dense 1U design that will draw significant power and require adequate rack airflow for continuous operation.

What storage controller and drive interface does the H730P require for the eight 1 TB SSDs to function?

The H730P RAID controller manages the eight 2.5-inch SSDs installed in the front bays; it provides the RAID layer so the drives appear as logical volumes to the operating system you install.

Will my existing DDR4 memory modules work if I expand beyond the installed 512 GB up to the 3 TB maximum?

The system accepts DDR4 memory only; the 512 GB installed leaves room to grow toward the 3 TB limit, but any added modules must match the DDR4 type and the server's supported speed and rank configuration.

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