Designed for businesses that require performance, efficiency, and space optimization, the Dell PowerEdge R430 is a powerful 1U rack server that brings enterprise-grade reliability to web hosting, database applications, and virtualized workloads. This refurbished server features two Intel Xeon E5-2620 V4 processors, offering 16 cores and 32 threads, making it capable of handling multiple virtual machines or concurrent users with ease. Whether you're running a high-traffic website, managing customer data, or deploying it as a file or email server, the R430's compute power and 64GB of ECC DDR4 memory deliver exceptional performance and data stability under load. With support for up to 8 small form factor drives and a PERC H730 RAID controller, it gives IT managers the flexibility to build fast and fault-tolerant storage environments to suit specific needs from redundancy to speed optimization.
Key Features & Benefits
Enterprise-Grade Dual Xeon CPUs for Multi-Threaded Workloads
Each Xeon E5-2620 V4 processor brings 8 cores and 16 threads, totaling 32 threads for high concurrency. This means better handling of parallel tasks like website traffic, cloud application containers, and user sessions in business-critical environments.
64GB ECC DDR4 RAM for Fast, Reliable Multitasking
With 64GB of DDR4 ECC memory, the server can support multiple virtual machines or application instances with stability. ECC ensures protection against data corruption, essential for financial services, database hosting, and content delivery platforms.
Hot-Swap 2.5" Drive Bays and PERC H730 RAID Controller
The 8 SFF bays support SAS, SATA, or SSDs, letting you scale your storage or replace drives on the fly. The H730 controller ensures RAID functionality with fast cache acceleration and data integrity ideal for setups needing high I/O throughput or redundancy.
Quad Port 1GbE NIC for Redundant and Isolated Networking
The built-in 4 x 1GbE network interfaces let you isolate management traffic, separate backup tasks, or aggregate bandwidth to reduce latency during peak traffic perfect for web servers, database hosts, or private cloud deployments.
Remote Access via iDRAC8 Lifecycle Controller
Dell's iDRAC8 allows system admins to monitor, reboot, and troubleshoot remotely. Whether you're managing servers across data centers or deploying into edge environments, you retain full visibility and control without physical access.
Ideal Uses
Web Hosting for Agencies or Resellers
Deploy CMS platforms like WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal across multiple domains. The server's compute power and memory allow for isolated containers or VMs per client reducing downtime and boosting performance consistency.
Internal Business Server for File, Print, and Backup
Set up a central file share, print spooler, and backup environment for departments across your organization. RAID-capable storage ensures data is protected while ECC RAM and Xeon CPUs provide stability during multi-user access.
Virtualization Platform for SMEs
Use VMware, Proxmox, or Hyper-V to run virtual servers for payroll, HR, CRM, and other internal tools. With 64GB RAM and multi-core CPUs, you can host up to 810 lightweight VMs for everyday business use.
Database and Application Hosting
Run structured database systems like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MS SQL alongside lightweight APIs or ERP software. The RAID controller ensures data persistence, while ECC memory keeps operations smooth under intensive queries.
Specifications
Condition
Refurbished device with minor scratches and scuffs. Device has been extensively tested and is fully functional.
Manufacturer & Model
Dell PowerEdge R430
Form Factor
1U Rackmount Server
Processors
2 x Intel® Xeon® E5-2620 V4
Total Cores: 16 (8 per CPU)
Total Threads: 32
Base Frequency: 2.10GHz
Max Turbo Frequency: 3.00GHz
Cache: 20MB per processor
QPI Speed: 8 GT/s
TDP: 85W per processor
Memory
64GB DDR4 ECC RAM (4 x 16GB), expandable to 384GB with 12 DIMM slots
I/O Slots
2 x PCIe 3.0 expansion slots
Drive Bays & Backplane Support
8 x 2.5" SFF hot-plug bays
RAID Controller & Storage
PERC H730 RAID Controller
2 x 600GB SAS HDD (Drives are not Raided)
Remote Management
iDRAC8 with Lifecycle Controller
Systems Management
Dell OpenManage Essentials, Power Center, Mobile
Integration with Microsoft System Center, VMware, Oracle DB Manager
Ports & Interfaces
4 x 1GbE Broadcom 5720 LOM
1 x VGA
(USB ports not specified)
Operating System Compatibility
Supports Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat, Ubuntu, VMware ESXi (OS not included)
Warranty
6 Month Carry-in Warranty
What's in the Box
Dell PowerEdge R430 Server, Power Cable
