Poweredge R740 R740XD

The Dell PowerEdge R740 is a highly versatile and scalable 2U rack server from Dell's 14th Generation, engineered for data center performance, compute-intensive tasks, and extensive storage needs. It excels at accelerating demanding workloads such as Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), private cloud, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), and high-performance computing (HPC) by offering flexibility in GPU and storage options. The R740 supports up to two 1st or 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors and a maximum of 3TB of DDR4 RAM across 24 DIMM slots, providing substantial compute and memory resources. A key differentiator is its extensive storage capacity and flexibility, supporting multiple drive bay configurations, including options for high-density 3.5" drives or ultra-fast NVMe SSDs for high-throughput applications. Secure and simplified management is provided by the embedded iDRAC9 controller.

Key R740 Configuration Basics:

  • Form Factor: 2U Rack Server (Versatility and Expansion-Optimized)
  • Processor: Dual Socket, Intel Xeon Scalable (1st or 2nd Gen)
  • Max Memory: Up to 3TB DDR4 RAM (24 DIMM slots), including support for NVDIMMs.
  • Storage Options: Flexible chassis for up to 16 x 2.5" drives (including NVMe) OR 8 x 3.5" drives.
  • GPU Support: Supports up to three double-width (300W) or six single-width (150W) GPU accelerators.