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DELL PowerEdge R740xd2 2U Rack Server 2x Xeon Gold 6254 3.1GHz 512GB DDR4 26x 8TB SATA
A 2U rack server with dual 18-core Xeon Gold 6254 CPUs at 3.1GHz, 512GB DDR4, and 26 bays filled with 8TB SATA drives
- TypeRack
- Rack Height2U
- Redundant Hot-swap PowerYes
- CPU TypeIntel Xeon
- CPU Speed3.1GHz (4.0GHz Turbo)
- CPU SocketLGA 3647
- Dual Xeon Gold 6254 CPUs provide 36 cores at 3.1GHz base clock
- 512GB DDR4-2933 ECC memory across 16 slots ensures data integrity
- 26 enterprise 8TB 7.2K SATA drives offer massive 3.5" storage density
- PERC HBA330 12Gb/s controller manages SAS and SATA arrays
- iDRAC 9 Enterprise enables full remote server management
High-Capacity 2U Rack Server
The Dell PowerEdge R740xd2 is a 2U rack server built for data-intensive workloads that demand high storage density. Two Intel Xeon Gold 6254 processors, each with 18 cores at 3.1 GHz and 4.0 GHz turbo, deliver enterprise compute performance. The system includes 512 GB of DDR4-2933 ECC registered memory across 16 slots, with a maximum capacity of 1 TB.
Suited for Dense Storage and Backup Targets
This configuration suits organisations deploying software-defined storage, big data analytics, or large backup repositories that need 26 drive bays in 2U. The PERC HBA330 controller manages SATA and SAS drives without hardware RAID, so buyers who require integrated RAID levels should look at a server equipped with a PERC RAID controller instead.
26 Bays of 8 TB 3.5" SATA Drives
Twenty-six enterprise 8 TB 7.2K SATA 3.5-inch drives are installed, providing massive raw capacity behind the HBA330 controller. Dual 1100 W platinum power supplies and iDRAC 9 Enterprise remote management support continuous operation in rack environments.
Highlights
- Dual Xeon Gold 6254 CPUs provide 36 cores at 3.1GHz base clock
- 512GB DDR4-2933 ECC memory across 16 slots ensures data integrity
- 26 enterprise 8TB 7.2K SATA drives offer massive 3.5" storage density
- PERC HBA330 12Gb/s controller manages SAS and SATA arrays
- iDRAC 9 Enterprise enables full remote server management
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | PowerEdge |
| Model | R740xd2 |
| Type | Rack |
| Rack Height | 2U |
| Redundant Hot-swap Power | Yes |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Speed | 3.1GHz (4.0GHz Turbo) |
| CPU Socket | LGA 3647 |
| Number of CPU Cores | 18 Core-Processor |
| CPU Features | Gold 6254 |
| # of Processors Installed | 2 |
| MAX Processors | 2 |
| Installed Memory Size | 512GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 1TB |
| Number of Memory Slots | 16 |
| Hard Drive (Installed) | 26 x 8TB 7.2K SATA |
| Storage Controller | Dell Perc HBA330 Controller |
| HDD Interface | SATA |
| SSD (Installed) | No |
| Raid Level | None |
| Ethernet Controller | 1x Integrated Dual Port 1GbE LOM and 1x Dell EMC Broadcom 57414 Dual Port 10/25Gb SFP28 OCP 2.0 Mezzanine Card |
| Remote Management | iDRAC9 Enterprise |
| LAN Ports | 4 x Ports |
| Management Port | RJ 45 |
| Operating System | No |
| Features | 0 |
Questions about this item
How can I verify the dual Xeon Gold 6254 CPUs are running at 3.1 GHz base and 4.0 GHz turbo after installation?
Check iDRAC 9 Enterprise or the BIOS System Profile to confirm both 18-core processors report 3.1 GHz base clock and 4.0 GHz turbo frequency under load.
Which components ship with the server and what must I source separately for a complete deployment?
The unit includes 2x Xeon Gold 6254, 512 GB DDR4-2933 (16x 32 GB), HBA330 controller, 26x 8 TB 7.2K SATA drives, 57414 dual-port 10/25 Gb SFP28 OCP card, dual 1100 W PSUs, and iDRAC 9 Enterprise. Front bezel and Ready Rails are not included.
With 16 memory slots and 512 GB already installed, which capacity modules should I add to reach the 1 TB maximum?
All 16 slots are populated with 32 GB DDR4-2933 ECC RDIMMs. To reach 1 TB you must replace every module with 64 GB DDR4-2933 ECC RDIMMs; no empty slots remain for simple addition.
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