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DELL

DELL PowerEdge R740 2U Rack Server 1x Gold 6132 14C 128GB 2x 800GB SAS SSD H730P

SKU CH-8DK4-67F2D

A 2U rack server with a 14-core Gold 6132 processor, 128GB DDR4 memory, two 800GB SAS SSDs and an H730P RAID controller

  • ProcessorIntel
  • Installed RAM128 GB
  • Rack height2U
  • Installed storage2x 800 GB SAS SSD
  • Disk controllerH730P
  • Maximum storage8x 2.5 in Drive Bays
  • 14-core Intel Gold 6132 at 2.6 GHz handles heavy workloads
  • 128 GB DDR4 memory supports large datasets and virtualisation
  • 2x 800 GB SAS SSDs with H730P RAID deliver fast redundant storage
  • 8 PCIe Gen 3 slots plus Intel X550 10 GbE enable flexible expansion
  • iDRAC9 Enterprise and 1100 W redundant PSU simplify remote management and uptime

Dell PowerEdge R740 2U rack server

The Dell PowerEdge R740 is a 2U rack server built for virtualisation and database workloads. It ships with one Intel Gold 6132 processor running at 2.6GHz with 14 cores and 19.25M cache. Memory totals 128GB DDR4 across eight 16GB PC4-2666 modules. Two 800GB SAS SSDs are managed by an H730P RAID controller.

Suits teams needing dense compute

This configuration fits organisations that want high core density and integrated 10Gb Ethernet in a 2U form factor. The iDRAC9 Enterprise module gives full remote management. Buyers who require dual processors from day one or more than eight 2.5-inch drive bays should evaluate larger platforms.

Single-socket Gold 6132 with 14 cores

The server contains one Intel Gold 6132 CPU delivering 14 cores at 2.6GHz. This core count and clock speed determine the throughput ceiling for licensed applications and virtual machines. If workloads demand more simultaneous threads, a second compatible processor must be added separately.

How it compares

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Price $2,713.99
Pricier than about 62% of the 17,641 comparable items (median $1,910.99).
Installed RAM 128 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 15,103 items is 128 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Model nameR740
Product typeRack
Processor
ProcessorIntel
Memory
Installed RAM128 GB
Storage
Installed storage2x 800 GB SAS SSD
Disk controllerH730P
Maximum storage8x 2.5 in Drive Bays
Size & build
Rack height2U
More details
Management controlleriDRAC9 Enterprise

Questions about this item

What does the 14-core Gold 6132 at 2.6GHz deliver in a live workload?

The 14 cores run at 2.6GHz with 19.25M cache, giving strong multi-thread throughput for virtualisation, databases and compute tasks in a 2U rack server.

What does the PCIe Gen 3 interface cap for the eight I/O slots?

Each slot is limited to PCIe Gen 3 bandwidth, so add-in cards such as GPUs, NICs or storage controllers cannot exceed Gen 3 speeds.

What physical space and rails are needed to mount the R740 in a rack?

The server occupies 2U of rack height, uses 2.5" drive bays and ships with rails included for standard 19-inch rack mounting.

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