DELL PowerEdge R730 8LFF 2x Xeon E5-2698 v4 256GB DDR4 rack server

Dual-processor rack server for virtualisation

The Dell PowerEdge R730 ships with two Xeon E5-2698 v4 CPUs running at 2.2GHz, each providing 20 cores and 50MB cache. A total of 256GB DDR4 ECC registered memory is installed across the available slots, leaving room to expand up to 768GB. The 8-bay 3.5-inch chassis supports SATA drives managed by the PERC H730 SAS controller, and integrated graphics handles basic display output. Remote management is provided by iDRAC8 with an Enterprise licence.

Check power, networking

The unit includes two 495W power supplies, so verify that your rack PDU can deliver the required current on the available circuits. Network connectivity uses an Intel I350/X540 card delivering two 10GbE and two 1GbE ports; confirm your switch ports and cabling match those speeds. No drives are installed, so source compatible 3.5-inch SATA disks separately. A rail kit is offered on request; ensure your rack depth and mounting hole pattern accept standard Dell rails.

Steel chassis with tool-less drive carriers

The 36 x 24 x 10 inch enclosure weighs 40 units and uses a rigid steel frame designed for continuous data-centre operation. Eight hot-swap drive bays employ tool-less carriers that lock securely, allowing drive changes without removing the server from the rack. Front-panel ports give direct access to USB and video for quick diagnostics, while the PERC H730 controller provides hardware RAID with battery-backed cache. Dual redundant fans and power supplies maintain airflow and uptime during component replacement.