Designed for versatility and workload consolidation, the Dell PowerEdge R740 offers the power and scalability needed for running virtualized applications, high-speed databases, or dynamic hosting services. With dual Intel Xeon Silver 4110 processors and 64GB of DDR4 ECC memory, it delivers efficient multi-threading and data processing for business-critical environments. This unit is built for performance with fast 10K SAS drives and dual RAID support via PERC H740 and H240, allowing intelligent storage tiering or redundancy as required.
Its combination of 1GbE and 10GbE network interfaces enables seamless deployment into both standard and high-throughput data infrastructures. Whether you're scaling cloud environments, handling transaction-heavy platforms, or centralizing server roles for a small-to-medium enterprise, the R740 is engineered to provide reliability, fast access, and remote manageability via iDRAC9, while maintaining energy efficiency.
Key Features & Benefits
Dual Intel Xeon Silver 4110 CPUs with 16 cores and 32 threads in total ideal for virtualization, application layering, and simultaneous hosting of services.
64GB DDR4 ECC Memory across 8 DIMM slots prevents data corruption and enables multitasking across virtual machines or high-memory applications.
Dual 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS drives fast access storage for databases, hosted applications, and log files with enterprise durability.
PERC H740 + H240 RAID Controllers combine high-performance RAID with flexibility for storage mirroring, backups, or JBOD scenarios.
Dual-Port 10GbE SFP+ + Dual-Port 1GbE RJ-45 supports high-speed LAN or SAN integration, remote storage, or fast VM migration.
iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller offers centralized remote monitoring, BIOS updates, and troubleshooting, reducing site visits and downtime.
2 x 750W Hot-Plug PSUs redundant power for uninterrupted uptime in case of a PSU failure.
Ideal Uses
Hosting enterprise platforms such as Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle DB where both storage speed and memory capacity are crucial.
Running hypervisors like VMware ESXi or Microsoft Hyper-V with multiple virtual machines for internal company services.
Serving as an application server for high-demand environments such as eCommerce systems, business intelligence platforms, or CRM systems.
Handling virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) workloads in education, healthcare, or remote business setups with centralized access and security.
Specifications
Condition:
Refurbished device with minor scratches and scuffs. Device has been extensively tested and is fully functional.
Manufacturer & Model:
Dell PowerEdge R740
Form Factor:
2U Rackmount Server
Processor Specifications:
2 x Intel® Xeon® Silver 4110
Total Cores: 16 (8 cores per CPU)
Total Threads: 32
Base Frequency: 2.10 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency: 3.00 GHz
Cache: 11MB per CPU
UPI Links: 2
TDP: 85W per CPU
Memory:
64GB DDR4 ECC RAM (8 x 8GB 2400MHz)
24 DIMM Slots Expandable up to 1.53TB DDR4
Drive Bays & Backplane Support:
8 x 2.5" SAS/SATA bays (SFF drive support)
Storage:
2 x 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS HDDs
(Hard drives are not Raided)
RAID Controller:
PERC H740 + PERC H240
Network Interfaces:
2 x 1GbE RJ-45 (Broadcom 5720)
2 x 10GbE SFP+ (Broadcom 5720)
Ports & Interfaces:
Front: 1 x USB 2.0, 1 x VGA, 1 x iDRAC Direct USB
Rear: 1 x iDRAC network port, 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x VGA, 1 x Serial port
Remote Management:
iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller
Systems Management:
Dell OpenManage Suite, RACADM CLI, RedHat Ansible, VMware vCenter, Microsoft System Center integration
Power Supply:
2 x 750W Platinum Redundant Hot-Plug PSUs
Operating System Compatibility:
Supports Windows Server, major Linux distributions, VMware ESXi (OS not included)
Warranty:
6 Month Carry-In Warranty
What's in the Box:
Dell PowerEdge R740 Server (as configured above)
Dual Power Cables
