Dell PowerEdge R740 Rack Server

Optimized Dual-Socket Performance for AI, Virtualization & Enterprise Workloads

The Dell PowerEdge R740 is a powerful and highly flexible 2U rack server engineered to deliver exceptional performance for virtualization, databases, AI/ML, VDI, and high-performance computing (HPC). With dual-socket compute, extensive memory support,With GPU expandability, and rich remote management capabilities, the R740 is purpose-built to optimize application performance across diverse enterprise environments.

High-Performance Dual-Socket Compute

Supporting up to two Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors (up to 28 cores per CPU), the R740 offers outstanding performance for multi-threaded, virtualized, and compute-intensive applications. With 24 DDR4 DIMM slots supporting up to 3 TB of memory, it delivers the memory bandwidth and capacity needed for virtualization clusters, in-memory databases, AI inference, and HPC workloads.

Flexible Storage Configurations

The PowerEdge R740 provides scalable storage options to suit performance and capacity requirements:

• Up to 16 × 2.5" SAS/SATA/SSD drive bays
• Up to 8 × 3.5" high-capacity drive bays
• Support for NVMe cache/accelerator options (configuration-dependent)
• Flexible RAID options with Dell PERC controllers

GPU-Accelerated Workloads

Designed for AI, data analytics, rendering, and VDI, the R740 supports a wide range of GPU configurations:

• Up to three 300 W double-width GPUs, or
• Up to six 150 W single-width GPUs

This makes the R740 an excellent platform for organizations deploying GPU-driven workloads such as deep learning inference, graphics virtualization, and accelerated computing.

Advanced Systems Management

Integrated iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller delivers comprehensive out-of-band management, automation, monitoring, and security. IT teams can manage large fleets of servers efficiently with the Dell OpenManage ecosystem, reducing operating complexity and enabling consistent infrastructure deployment.

Enterprise-Class Reliability

Dual redundant hot-swap power supplies provide improved uptime and resilience, while front-access serviceability ensures minimal maintenance disruptions. The R740's design emphasizes availability, making it ideal for mission-critical enterprise deployments.

Key Specifications

Server Platform

• Form Factor: 2U rack server
• Processors: Up to 2 × Intel® Xeon® Scalable (up to 28 cores per CPU)
• Memory: 24 DDR4 DIMM slots (up to 3 TB max)

Storage & Expansion

• Drive Bays: Up to 16 × 2.5" or 8 × 3.5"
• GPU Support: Up to 3 × 300 W GPUs or 6 × 150 W GPUs
• RAID: Dell PERC RAID controller options

Management & Power

• Management: iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller
• Power: Dual redundant hot-swap power supplies

Physical Specifications

• Height: 3.4 in (8.64 cm)
• Width: 17.1 in (43.43 cm)
• Depth: 29.0 in (73.66 cm)
• Weight: Approx. 63 lbs (28.6 kg)

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