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Silver 2U rack server with eight front drive bays and bezel

DELL

DELL PowerEdge R740 rack server Gold 6132 14C 128GB 2x 120GB SSD H730P

SKU CH-C7D7-78DA0

A 2U rack server with a 14-core Intel Gold 6132 processor, 128GB DDR4 memory, dual 120GB SATA SSDs and an H730P RAID controller

  • ProcessorIntel
  • Installed RAM128 GB
  • Rack height2U
  • Installed storage2x 120 GB SATA RI SSD
  • Disk controllerH730P
  • Maximum storage8x 2.5 in Drive Bays
  • 14-core Gold 6132 handles heavy workloads
  • 128GB DDR4 memory supports large datasets
  • 2x 120GB SATA SSDs provide fast boot
  • H730P RAID controller protects stored data
  • iDRAC9 Enterprise enables remote server management

Rack server for virtualised workloads

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 is a 2U rack server built around a single Intel Gold 6132 processor with 14 cores at 2.6GHz and 128GB of DDR4 memory. It suits organisations consolidating virtual machines or running memory-intensive databases in a standard rack. The system includes a PERC H730P controller and two 120GB SATA SSDs for the operating system. Eight 2.5-inch drive bays remain available for additional storage.

Sustained operation with redundant power

Dual 1100W power supplies share the load so the server stays online if one unit fails. The 14-core CPU maintains its 2.6GHz base frequency under continuous multi-threaded demand without thermal throttling in a cooled rack. iDRAC9 Enterprise provides remote monitoring and power control even when the operating system is unresponsive. Redundant cooling fans protect memory and storage during extended duty cycles.

Eight 2.5-inch bays define capacity

The chassis accepts up to eight 2.5-inch drives, so total raw capacity depends on the drives you install. Two bays are occupied by the supplied 120GB SSDs, leaving six slots for expansion. Buyers who need more storage than six additional drives can provide must choose a different platform.

How it compares

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Price $1,511.99
Cheaper than about 59% 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 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 loud and hot does the 2U R740 with a 14-core Gold 6132 and 1100W redundant PSU run under continuous load?

The 2U chassis uses high-speed fans that ramp with CPU temperature; the 14-core Gold 6132 at 2.6GHz and dual 1100W PSUs draw significant power, so expect datacentre-level noise and heat output.

Which rails, cabling and network infrastructure do I need to install this R740 with its Intel X550 10Gb and 1Gb RJ45 ports?

Sliding rails and power cords are included; you must supply Cat6a or better patch cables for the two 10Gb RJ45 ports and Cat5e or better for the two 1Gb RJ45 ports, plus a compatible rack cabinet.

Can I keep using my existing 2.5" SATA SSDs and PCIe Gen 3 add-in cards in the eight drive bays and up to eight PCIe slots?

Yes — the eight 2.5" bays accept SATA SSDs like the included 120GB drives, and the H730P controller supports them; up to eight PCIe Gen 3 slots are available for existing expansion cards.

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