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Silver 2U rack server with front drive bays and bezel

DELL

DELL PowerEdge R740 2x Gold 6132 14C 512GB 6x 120GB SSD H730P rack server

SKU CH-3V1V-9ST5W

Dual 14-core Gold 6132 CPUs with 512GB DDR4 and six 120GB SATA SSDs in a 2U rack server

  • ProcessorIntel
  • Installed RAM512 GB
  • Rack height2U
  • Installed storage6x 120 GB SATA RI SSD
  • Disk controllerH730P
  • Maximum storage8x 2.5 in Drive Bays
  • Dual Intel Gold 6132 processors provide 14 cores each at 2.6GHz
  • 512GB DDR4 memory across 16 modules supports demanding workloads
  • Six 120GB SATA SSDs with H730P RAID controller ensure fast storage redundancy
  • iDRAC9 Enterprise remote management enables full out-of-band server control
  • 2U rack chassis with eight 2.5-inch bays and up to 8 PCIe Gen 3 slots

Dual Gold 6132 compute density

The Dell PowerEdge R740 fits two Intel Gold 6132 processors, each with 14 cores at 2.6 GHz, into a 2U rack chassis. Sixteen DDR4 DIMMs populate every slot to deliver 512 GB of memory at 2400 MT/s. Eight PCIe Gen 3 slots remain available for additional I/O cards.

H730P RAID and iDRAC9 Enterprise

The H730P controller manages the six 120 GB SATA RI SSDs with hardware RAID and 2 GB cache. iDRAC9 Enterprise provides dedicated remote management with virtual console, lifecycle automation and secure firmware updates. Redundant 1100 W power supplies and sliding rails are included in the box.

Verify rack depth and PCIe clearance

Confirm the cabinet depth accommodates the 2U chassis and cable routing for the rear I/O panel. Ensure the eight 2.5-inch drive bays match the intended storage layout; two bays are unpopulated. Check that any add-in cards fit the PCIe Gen 3 slot length and power budget.

How it compares

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Price $6,990.99
Pricier than about 83% 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).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Model nameR740
Product typeRack
Processor
ProcessorIntel
Memory
Installed RAM512 GB
Storage
Installed storage6x 120 GB SATA RI SSD
Disk controllerH730P
Maximum storage8x 2.5 in Drive Bays
Size & build
Rack height2U
More details
Management controlleriDRAC9 Enterprise

Questions about this item

How often will the six 120GB SATA SSDs need replacement under heavy write workloads?

The SATA RI SSDs are rated for read-intensive use; sustained heavy writes will wear them faster, so plan to monitor SMART health and replace drives as endurance limits are reached.

Which component hits its limit first when the dual Gold 6132 CPUs run at 2.6GHz continuously?

The 1100W redundant power supplies set the sustained power ceiling; if both 14-core processors and 512GB DDR4 memory draw maximum load, the PSU capacity becomes the first bottleneck.

How loud and hot does the 2U R740 get with iDRAC9 Enterprise and all fans spinning all day?

The 2U chassis uses high-speed fans to cool two 14-core CPUs, 16 DIMMs, six SSDs and dual 1100W PSUs; expect noticeable airflow noise and warm exhaust under continuous operation.

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