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DELL PowerEdge R640 SFF 2x Xeon Gold 6146 3.20GHz 12-core 96GB DDR4 5x 512GB SSD H740P rack server

SKU CH-K994-QXXWQ

Rackmount server with dual Xeon Gold 6146 processors, 96GB DDR4 memory, and 5x 512GB SSD storage managed by an H740P controller

  • ProcessorGold 6146
  • Installed RAM96 GB
  • Processor core count12
  • Operating systemNo
  • Type of memoryDDR4
  • Processor speed3.2 GHz
  • Dual Xeon Gold 6146 CPUs provide 12 cores each at 3.20GHz for demanding workloads
  • 96GB DDR4 memory supports multiple virtual machines and data-intensive applications
  • Five 512GB SSDs deliver fast storage capacity for databases and business data
  • H740P storage controller simplifies array configuration and daily management
  • Ten 2.5-inch drive bays allow future storage expansion as needs grow

Dell PowerEdge R640 server for virtualization

This Dell PowerEdge R640 rackmount server is built for business workloads such as virtualization, databases, backups and application hosting. Two Intel Xeon Gold 6146 processors at 3.20 GHz with 12 cores each deliver dependable performance for multi-threaded tasks. The 96 GB of DDR4 memory supports multiple services and virtual machines running simultaneously. Five 512 GB SSDs and an H740P storage controller provide storage capacity and simplified management.

Suited for dense compute.

This configuration suits environments that need high core density in a 1U form factor for virtualization and data workloads. Buyers who want more storage bays than the ten 2.5 inch slots provided should look at a different chassis. Workloads that require dedicated GPU acceleration cannot be served by the integrated graphics. Teams needing memory beyond 96 GB must add modules up to the 3 TB maximum.

Dual Xeon Gold 6146 at 3.20 GHz with 12 cores each

The two Intel Xeon Gold 6146 CPUs running at 3.20 GHz with 12 cores per processor are the specification that defines this server's compute capacity. This processor choice determines the threading performance available for virtualization, databases and business applications. Memory type is DDR4 and the installed capacity is 96 GB. Storage uses five 512 GB SSDs managed by the H740P controller.

How it compares

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Price $1,187.99
Cheaper than about 68% of the 17,641 comparable items (median $1,910.99).
Installed RAM 96 GB
Lower than about 60% 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 6146
Processor core count12
Processor speed3.2 GHz
Memory
Installed RAM96 GB
Type of memoryDDR4
Maximum RAM capacity3 TB
Storage
Drive bays10B - 10x 2.5 in
Graphics
Graphics chipIntegrated
Software
Operating systemNo
More details
Indicator lightsPower, Ethernet, USB

Questions about this item

How do I install the H740P storage controller in the R640 and what step is commonly missed?

The H740P installs in the dedicated internal controller slot. The step often missed is importing or creating the virtual disk in the controller BIOS before the OS install begins.

What maintenance will the 5x 512GB SSD array and DDR4 memory need over time?

The SSDs have no moving parts and require no scheduled maintenance; monitor SMART health via the H740P. DDR4 modules are passive and only need replacement if a fault is detected.

What is the first limit reached when the dual Xeon Gold 6146 CPUs run sustained workloads in this 1U chassis?

The 60 kg weight reflects dense packing; thermal headroom in the 1U form factor typically becomes the limiting factor before CPU or memory bandwidth saturates.

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