Dell PowerEdge R730 2U Rack Server

Dell PowerEdge R730 2U Rack Server

The Dell PowerEdge R730 is a powerful 2U, dual-socket server designed to meet the demands of modern data-driven businesses. With support for Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 and v4 processors, the R730 provides the performance needed for enterprise workloads, including virtualisation, high-performance computing, and database management.

With support for up to 24 DIMM slots of DDR4 memory and extensive storage options, the R730 is highly scalable. This makes it an ideal solution for businesses managing large databases, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), and ecommerce platforms, delivering exceptional reliability and throughput.

Configure Your Dell PowerEdge R730 Online


  • Supports up to 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 CPUs.
  • Up to 768GB of DDR4 memory for demanding workloads.
  • Drive bays support up to 26 x 2.5" drives for flexibility.
  • Ideal for virtualisation, database management, and cloud applications.
High-Performance Processing and Memory

The Dell PowerEdge R730 is powered by Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 and v4 processors, supporting up to 44 cores. This enables the server to run multiple workloads efficiently, from virtualisation to data-heavy enterprise applications. Paired with up to 24 DIMM slots supporting DDR4 memory, the R730 ensures high-speed data access and smooth performance, making it ideal for memory-intensive tasks and large-scale virtual environments. The flexibility of its server CPUs allows for scalable performance tailored to specific workload demands.


Scalable Storage Options and RAID Support

The R730 supports a variety of storage configurations, including SAS drives and SATA drives, as well as PCIe SSDs for high-speed access. With up to 16 hot-swappable 2.5-inch or 8 3.5-inch drives, the server provides ample storage capacity. Additionally, integrated PERC RAID controllers ensure data redundancy and improved system uptime. This makes the R730 ideal for businesses that require reliable, high-capacity storage solutions, such as data warehouses and ecommerce platforms.


Networking and I/O Capabilities

The Dell PowerEdge R730 excels in networking with dual embedded 10GbE NICs, enabling high-speed connectivity. It also includes PCIe slots for expansion, allowing businesses to meet growing networking demands. The tool-less design and hot-swappable components ensure minimal downtime and easy maintenance, making it an excellent choice for large enterprises and cloud hosting environments.


Virtualisation and Data Centre Efficiency

The Dell PowerEdge R730 is optimised for virtualisation, supporting platforms such as VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Citrix XenServer. Intel VT-x technology provides hardware-assisted virtualisation, enabling the server to run multiple virtual machines efficiently. Its 2U form factor, combined with energy-efficient components, makes the R730 a top choice for businesses with growing virtualisation needs, ensuring excellent performance while reducing power consumption.


For full tech specifications, please see the spec table below.

Explore our full range of Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers.

Built By Experts


Purchasing the Dell PowerEdge R730 from Bargain Hardware allows you to fully customise the machine to your exact specifications, built by our experienced experts. Every system undergoes rigorous quality control checks, ensuring your custom-built server performs reliably and meets your specific requirements before it ships. We provide fast, no-fuss worldwide delivery and excellent after-sales support. Our dedicated and friendly team is always on hand to offer assistance, making your experience smooth and hassle-free from start to finish.

Need advice on your server setup? Feel free to give our expert team a call or send us a message.
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Tech Specification

Base

  • PowerEdge R730 Server

Processor

  • Up to 2 x Intel® Xeon® processor E5-2600 v3/v4 product family
  • Up to 22 Cores Per Processor

Memory

  • 24 DDR4 DIMM Slots
  • Supports RDIMM/LRDIMM
  • Speeds up to 2400MT/s
  • 3TB Max

Storage Controllers

  • Internal controllers: PERC S130 (SW RAID), PERC H330, PERC H730, PERC H730P
  • External PERC (RAID): H830
  • External HBAs (non-RAID): 12 Gbps SAS HBA

Drive Bays

  • Drive bays: Up to 16 x 2.5” SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD) or up to 8 x 3.5" SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD)

Power Supplies

  • Titanium efficiency 750W AC power supply; 1100W DC power supply; Platinum efficiency 495W, 750W, 1100W
  • Hot plug power supplies with full redundancy
  • Up to 6 hot plugs fans with full redundancy

Dimensions

  • Form Factor: 2U Rack Server
  • Chassis Depth: 684 mm

Embedded Management

  • IPMI 2.0 compliant
  • iDRAC8 with Lifecycle Controller (Express, Enterprise)

Bezel

  • Optional LCD or security bezel

OpenManage™ Software

  • OpenManage Enterprise
  • OpenManage Essentials
  • OpenManage Mobile
  • OpenManage Power Center

Integrations

  • Microsoft® System Center, VMware® vCenter™,BMC Software

Connections

  • Nagios & Nagios XI, Oracle Enterprise Manager, HP Operations Manager, IBM Tivoli Netcool/OMNIbus, IBM Tivoli® Network Manager, CA Network and Systems Management

Security

  • TPM 1.2/2.0, TCM 2.0 optional
  • Cryptographically signed firmware
  • Secure Boot
  • System Lockdown
  • System Erase

I/O & Ports

  • Network daughter card options
  • 4 x 1Gb, 2 x 1Gb + 2 x 10Gb, 4 x 10Gb
  • Front ports: 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x vFlash Memory Card Slot
  • Rear ports: 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x Video
  • Video card: 1 x VGA
  • Riser options with up to Up to 7 x PCIe 3.0 slots plus dedicated PERC slot

Supported Operating Systems

  • Canonical® Ubuntu® LTS
  • Citrix® XenServer®
  • Microsoft Windows Server® with Hyper-V
  • Red Hat® Enterprise Linux
  • SUSE® Linux Enterprise Server
  • VMware® ESXi

Dell PowerEdge R730

The Dell PowerEdge R730 is a powerful 2U, dual-socket server designed to meet the demands of modern data-driven businesses. With support for Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 and v4 processors, the R730 provides the performance needed for enterprise workloads, including virtualisation, high-performance computing, and database management.

With support for up to 24 DIMM slots of DDR4 memory and extensive storage options, the R730 is highly scalable. This makes it an ideal solution for businesses managing large databases, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), and ecommerce platforms, delivering exceptional reliability and throughput.

Configure Your Dell PowerEdge R730 Online


  • Supports up to 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 CPUs.
  • Up to 768GB of DDR4 memory for demanding workloads.
  • Drive bays support up to 26 x 2.5" drives for flexibility.
  • Ideal for virtualisation, database management, and cloud applications.
High-Performance Processing and Memory

The Dell PowerEdge R730 is powered by Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 and v4 processors, supporting up to 44 cores. This enables the server to run multiple workloads efficiently, from virtualisation to data-heavy enterprise applications. Paired with up to 24 DIMM slots supporting DDR4 memory, the R730 ensures high-speed data access and smooth performance, making it ideal for memory-intensive tasks and large-scale virtual environments. The flexibility of its server CPUs allows for scalable performance tailored to specific workload demands.


Scalable Storage Options and RAID Support

The R730 supports a variety of storage configurations, including SAS drives and SATA drives, as well as PCIe SSDs for high-speed access. With up to 16 hot-swappable 2.5-inch or 8 3.5-inch drives, the server provides ample storage capacity. Additionally, integrated PERC RAID controllers ensure data redundancy and improved system uptime. This makes the R730 ideal for businesses that require reliable, high-capacity storage solutions, such as data warehouses and ecommerce platforms.


Networking and I/O Capabilities

The Dell PowerEdge R730 excels in networking with dual embedded 10GbE NICs, enabling high-speed connectivity. It also includes PCIe slots for expansion, allowing businesses to meet growing networking demands. The tool-less design and hot-swappable components ensure minimal downtime and easy maintenance, making it an excellent choice for large enterprises and cloud hosting environments.


Virtualisation and Data Centre Efficiency

The Dell PowerEdge R730 is optimised for virtualisation, supporting platforms such as VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Citrix XenServer. Intel VT-x technology provides hardware-assisted virtualisation, enabling the server to run multiple virtual machines efficiently. Its 2U form factor, combined with energy-efficient components, makes the R730 a top choice for businesses with growing virtualisation needs, ensuring excellent performance while reducing power consumption.


For full tech specifications, please see the spec table below.

Explore our full range of Dell PowerEdge Rack Servers.

Built By Experts


Purchasing the Dell PowerEdge R730 from Bargain Hardware allows you to fully customise the machine to your exact specifications, built by our experienced experts. Every system undergoes rigorous quality control checks, ensuring your custom-built server performs reliably and meets your specific requirements before it ships. We provide fast, no-fuss worldwide delivery and excellent after-sales support. Our dedicated and friendly team is always on hand to offer assistance, making your experience smooth and hassle-free from start to finish.

Need advice on your server setup? Feel free to give our expert team a call or send us a message.