Dell PowerEdge R840 Server
Best high performance server for demanding enterprise applications.
The Dell PowerEdge R840 is a powerful 2U rack server engineered for demanding, data-intensive workloads. It excels in environments requiring in-memory databases, real-time analytics, and dense virtualization. Supporting up to four 2nd Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors and up to 6TB of DDR4 memory, it offers exceptional processing power and capacity. Its versatile storage options accommodate up to 24 x 2.5” NVMe, SAS, or SATA drives, ensuring flexibility for various applications. Integrated Dell EMC OpenManage solutions streamline management and automation, while robust security features protect data integrity.
$2845.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
124
/ 462
#124 in Computer Servers
Price vs Category Average
-58%
Below average
Processor
2
/ Up to four nd Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors
Who it's for
- Enterprises requiring extreme processing power for critical, data-intensive workloads
- Organizations running large-scale virtualization, big data analytics, or memory-intensive applications
- Data centers and large enterprises prioritizing future-proof infrastructure and high uptime
Who should skip it
- Small to medium businesses or those with strict budget limitations
- Organizations sensitive to energy costs or with limited data center cooling
- Teams without experienced server administrators or dedicated IT infrastructure staff
Key Specs
Processor
Up to four 2nd Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors
Cores per processor
Up to 28 cores
Memory Speed
Up to 2933 MT/s
RAM
Up to 6TB (12TB with select CPUs and Intel® Optane™)
Memory Type
RDIMM / LRDIMM / Intel® Optane™ DC Persistent Memory
Storage
Up to 24 x 2.5" SAS/SATA/NVMe drives
Internal Controllers
PERC H740P, H730P, HBA330
External Controllers
H840
Features
- High-density 2U rack server for performance-intensive workloads
- Supports up to four 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors
- Accommodates up to 6TB of DDR4 memory
- Versatile storage with up to 24 x 2.5” SAS/SATA/NVMe drives
- Streamlined management with Dell OpenManage and iDRAC9
- Built-in security features for data and system protection
- High-speed expansion with up to 13 PCIe Gen3 slots
- Supports Intel® Optane™ DC Persistent Memory for acceleration
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Dell PowerEdge R840 for its robust reliability and exceptional performance in demanding enterprise environments. Users frequently highlight its powerful processing capabilities and efficient handling of intensive workloads, making it a cornerstone for critical operations. The server's build quality and consistent uptime are often cited as significant advantages, reinforcing its reputation as a dependable solution for data centers requiring high availability and scalable resources.
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