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Silver 2U rack server front with eight 2.5 inch drive bays, six populated

DELL

DELL PowerEdge R740 2U Rack Server 2x Gold 6132 14C 64GB 6x 800GB SAS SSD H730P

SKU CH-BRWK-VBZMY

A 2U rack server with dual 14-core Intel Gold 6132 CPUs, 64GB DDR4, six 800GB SAS SSDs and an H730P RAID controller

  • ProcessorIntel
  • Installed RAM64 GB
  • Rack height2U
  • Installed storage6x 800 GB SAS SSD
  • Disk controllerH730P
  • Maximum storage8x 2.5 in Drive Bays
  • Dual Gold 6132 CPUs deliver 14 cores each at 2.6GHz for parallel workloads
  • 64GB DDR4 across four 16GB modules supports memory-intensive applications
  • Six 800GB SAS SSDs with H730P RAID controller provide fast redundant storage
  • iDRAC9 Enterprise enables remote management and monitoring from anywhere
  • Up to eight PCIe Gen 3 slots plus Intel X550 dual 10GbE and dual 1GbE for expansion

Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 2U rack server

This 2U rack server ships with two Intel Gold 6132 processors, each delivering 14 cores at 2.6 GHz, and 64 GB of DDR4 memory across four 16 GB modules. It is aimed at organisations that need dense compute and fast local storage in a standard rack footprint.

Installation notes and common issues

The unit includes rack rails and redundant 1100 W power supplies, so mounting and power cabling are straightforward in a compatible cabinet. Buyers should verify that their rack depth and airflow meet the chassis requirements, as insufficient clearance is the most frequent cause of thermal throttling after deployment.

Capacity, storage headroom and limits

Six 800 GB SAS SSDs are pre-configured behind an H730P RAID controller, with two additional 2.5-inch bays available for expansion. The eight PCIe Gen 3 slots support extra network or accelerator cards, while iDRAC9 Enterprise provides full out-of-band management. Workloads that demand more than eight drive bays or memory beyond the installed 64 GB will require a different platform.

How it compares

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Price $4,855.99
Pricier than about 76% of the 17,641 comparable items (median $1,910.99).
Installed RAM 64 GB
Lower than about 70% of the 15,103 comparable items (median 128 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Model nameR740
Product typeRack
Processor
ProcessorIntel
Memory
Installed RAM64 GB
Storage
Installed storage6x 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

How do I confirm the two Gold 6132 14-core processors and 64GB DDR4 are recognised after first boot?

Open the iDRAC9 Enterprise interface and check the System > Inventory page; it will list both 2.6GHz 14C CPUs and the four 16GB PC4-2666 modules.

Which items ship with the server and which must be sourced separately?

The chassis, bezel, rails, power cords, dual 1100W PSUs, H730P controller, six 800GB SAS SSDs and the Intel X550 network daughter card are included; additional drives or PCIe cards are not.

Should I choose the 8-bay 2.5" chassis with six 800GB SAS SSDs or add more drives later?

The 2U R740 holds eight 2.5" bays; six are populated with 800GB SAS SSDs, leaving two empty bays for future expansion if capacity needs grow.

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