Dell PowerEdge R740 2U Rack Server

Dell PowerEdge R740 2U Rack Server

The Dell PowerEdge R740 is a versatile 2U server designed to deliver exceptional performance across a wide range of modern workloads. From virtualisation and cloud computing to AI and machine learning, the R740 offers scalable compute power and flexible storage options, making it ideal for businesses looking to optimise their IT environments.

Supporting up to 16 x 2.5" or 8 x 3.5" drives and up to 3TB of DDR4 memory, the R740 can easily scale to meet your growing business needs. With integrated intelligent management features like iDRAC9, it simplifies the entire IT lifecycle, making server management more efficient.

Configure Your Dell PowerEdge R740 Online


  • Up to 2 x Intel Xeon Scalable CPUs for exceptional performance.
  • Supports up to 3TB of DDR4 memory for demanding applications.
  • Flexible storage options with up to 16 x 2.5” / 8 x 3.5" drives.
  • Ideal for virtualisation, cloud computing, and high-performance workloads.
High-Performance Processing and Memory

The Dell PowerEdge R740 is powered by dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors, delivering built-in AI acceleration and advanced security features. These processors ensure that the R740 can handle demanding enterprise applications. With support for up to 3TB of DDR4 memory across 24 DIMM slots, the R740 offers exceptional memory scalability for data-heavy workloads such as virtualisation and AI.


Flexible Storage and Acceleration

The PowerEdge R740 supports up to 16 x 2.5" or 8 x 3.5" drives, providing the flexibility to configure a mix of SAS, SATA, and Enterprise SSDs. This makes it a great option for businesses that require a blend of storage performance and capacity. The server’s GPU and FPGA options also provide hardware acceleration for AI and machine learning workloads, making it a powerful platform for virtualised environments and data-heavy tasks.


Workload Acceleration with GPU Support

The Dell PowerEdge R740 is designed to handle GPU-accelerated workloads, making it an excellent choice for AI, ML, and deep learning applications. With support for up to three double-width GPUs or six single-width GPUs, the R740 accelerates processing for real-time AI models, data analytics, and high-performance computing tasks. Explore Server GPUs for your R740 build.


Reliability and Security for Data Centres

The Dell PowerEdge R740 features redundant power supplies, hot-swappable components, and advanced thermal management for reliable, 24/7 operation. The server’s embedded security features, including Configuration Lock-down and secure system erase, ensure data protection and system integrity, even when servers are repurposed or retired. Integrated PERC RAID controllers enhance data protection and uptime, making the R740 a trusted solution for businesses that prioritise security and reliability.


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 R740 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 R740 Server

Processor

  • Up to 2 x 1st/2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable CPU's
  • Up to 28 Cores Per Processor

Memory

  • 24 DDR4 DIMM Slots
  • Supports RDIMM/LRDIMM
  • Speeds up to 2933MT/s
  • 3TB Max

Storage Controllers

  • Internal controllers:
    • PERC H330
    • H730p
    • H740p
    • HBA330
    • Software RAID (SWRAID) S140
  • Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem: HWRAID 2 x M.2 SSDs 120GB, 240 GB
  • External PERC (RAID): H840
  • External HBAs (non-RAID): 12 Gbps SAS HBA

Drive Bays

  • Front drive bays: Up to 16 x 2.5” SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD) max 61TB or up to 8 x 3.5” SAS/SATA HDD max 80TB Optional DVD-ROM, DVD+RW

Power Supplies

  • Titanium 750W
  • Platinum 495W, 750W, 1100W, 1600W, and 2000W 48VDC 1100W, 380HVDC 1100W, 240HVDC 750W
  • Hot plug power supplies with full redundancy
  • Up to 6 hot plugs fans with full redundancy

Dimensions

  • Form Factor: 2U Rack Server
  • Chassis Depth: 715.5 mm

Embedded Management

  • IPMI 2.0 compliant
  • iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller (Express, Enterprise)
  • Quick Sync 2 wireless module optional

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

GPU Options

  • Nvidia Tesla P100
  • Nvidia Tesla K80
  • Nvidia Tesla K40
  • Nvidia Grid M60
  • Nvidia Grid M10
  • Nvidia Grid P4
  • Nvidia Quadro P4000
  • AMD FirePro S7150
  • FirePro S7150X2

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 1GE or 2 x 10GE + 2 x 1GE or 4 x 10GE or 2 x 25GE
  • Front ports:
    • Video
    • 2 x USB 2.0
    • Available USB 3.0
    • dedicated IDRAC Direct Micro-USB
  • Rear ports:
    • Video
    • Serial
    • 2 x USB 3.0
    • Dedicated iDRAC network port
  • Video card:
    • VGA
  • Riser options with up to 8 PCIe Gen 3 slots,maximum of 4 x 16 slots

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 R740

The Dell PowerEdge R740 is a versatile 2U server designed to deliver exceptional performance across a wide range of modern workloads. From virtualisation and cloud computing to AI and machine learning, the R740 offers scalable compute power and flexible storage options, making it ideal for businesses looking to optimise their IT environments.

Supporting up to 16 x 2.5" or 8 x 3.5" drives and up to 3TB of DDR4 memory, the R740 can easily scale to meet your growing business needs. With integrated intelligent management features like iDRAC9, it simplifies the entire IT lifecycle, making server management more efficient.

Configure Your Dell PowerEdge R740 Online


  • Up to 2 x Intel Xeon Scalable CPUs for exceptional performance.
  • Supports up to 3TB of DDR4 memory for demanding applications.
  • Flexible storage options with up to 16 x 2.5” / 8 x 3.5" drives.
  • Ideal for virtualisation, cloud computing, and high-performance workloads.
High-Performance Processing and Memory

The Dell PowerEdge R740 is powered by dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors, delivering built-in AI acceleration and advanced security features. These processors ensure that the R740 can handle demanding enterprise applications. With support for up to 3TB of DDR4 memory across 24 DIMM slots, the R740 offers exceptional memory scalability for data-heavy workloads such as virtualisation and AI.


Flexible Storage and Acceleration

The PowerEdge R740 supports up to 16 x 2.5" or 8 x 3.5" drives, providing the flexibility to configure a mix of SAS, SATA, and Enterprise SSDs. This makes it a great option for businesses that require a blend of storage performance and capacity. The server’s GPU and FPGA options also provide hardware acceleration for AI and machine learning workloads, making it a powerful platform for virtualised environments and data-heavy tasks.


Workload Acceleration with GPU Support

The Dell PowerEdge R740 is designed to handle GPU-accelerated workloads, making it an excellent choice for AI, ML, and deep learning applications. With support for up to three double-width GPUs or six single-width GPUs, the R740 accelerates processing for real-time AI models, data analytics, and high-performance computing tasks. Explore Server GPUs for your R740 build.


Reliability and Security for Data Centres

The Dell PowerEdge R740 features redundant power supplies, hot-swappable components, and advanced thermal management for reliable, 24/7 operation. The server’s embedded security features, including Configuration Lock-down and secure system erase, ensure data protection and system integrity, even when servers are repurposed or retired. Integrated PERC RAID controllers enhance data protection and uptime, making the R740 a trusted solution for businesses that prioritise security and reliability.


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 R740 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.