Dell EMC PowerEdge R740XD 24×2.5″

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R740XD 24×2.5″ Server is engineered to deliver a perfect balance between storage scalability and performance. Designed for modern data centers, it supports a wide range of workloads—from virtualization and databases to software-defined storage solutions. With flexible storage configurations, advanced management tools, and enterprise-grade security, the PowerEdge R740XD provides the foundation for high-performance, scalable IT infrastructure.

Performance and Processing Power

Powered by up to two Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors, the Dell EMC PowerEdge R740XD 24×2.5″ server delivers exceptional compute performance with up to 28 cores per CPU. It supports up to 3TB DDR4 memory across 24 DIMM slots, allowing businesses to handle data-intensive and high-throughput applications with ease.
This server also supports GPUs and FPGAs, making it ideal for accelerating AI, ML, and virtualization workloads. Whether you’re running virtual machines, databases, or cloud workloads, the R740XD ensures consistent and powerful performance.

Flexible Storage and Expansion Options

The PowerEdge R740XD 24×2.5″ offers remarkable storage flexibility, supporting up to 24 NVMe drives, or a mix of SAS, SATA, and NVMe SSDs for a custom performance-to-capacity balance.
With its 2U rack form factor, this system can be configured for high-performance workloads or large-capacity storage environments, making it a perfect fit for software-defined storage solutions like VMware vSAN or Dell EMC ScaleIO.
It also includes up to 8 PCIe Gen3 slots to expand I/O capabilities as your business grows.

Networking and Connectivity

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R740XD 24×2.5″ Server provides robust network connectivity with multiple Network Daughter Card (NDC) options, including:

• 4 x 1GbE

• 2 x 10GbE + 2 x 1GbE

• 4 x 10GbE or 2 x 25GbE ports
  Additionally, it features dedicated iDRAC network ports, USB 3.0, and VGA interfaces for flexible connection and management.

Security and Data Protection

Security is built into every layer of the PowerEdge R740XD. With cryptographically signed firmware, Secure Boot, and System Lockdown, it ensures data integrity from factory to deployment.
The System Erase feature allows administrators to securely wipe data from all drives and memory when repurposing or decommissioning servers.
Dell’s cyber-resilient architecture ensures the server is protected against unauthorized access and firmware tampering.

Ease of Management

The PowerEdge R740XD simplifies IT operations with OpenManage Enterprise and iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller.
Administrators can automate routine management tasks, monitor performance, and update systems efficiently without downtime.
With QuickSync 2, users can even manage the server via smartphone or tablet, offering greater flexibility and remote accessibility.

Use Cases

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R740XD 24×2.5″ is ideal for:

• Virtualization environments and private cloud infrastructure

• High-performance databases and data analytics

• Software-defined storage (SDS) such as VMware vSAN or ScaleIO

• AI and machine learning workloads using GPU acceleration

• Enterprise-level web hosting and content delivery

Operating System Compatibility

The server supports all major operating systems, including:

• Microsoft Windows Server with Hyper-V

• VMware® ESXi®

• Red Hat® Enterprise Linux

• SUSE® Linux Enterprise Server

• Canonical® Ubuntu® LTS

• Citrix® XenServer®

Why Choose the Dell EMC PowerEdge R740XD 24×2.5″ Server

Choose the Dell EMC PowerEdge R740XD 24×2.5″ Server if you need:

• Balanced performance and scalability for demanding workloads.

• Flexible storage configurations to mix NVMe, SSD, and HDD.

• Enhanced data protection and security across the entire lifecycle.

• Powerful management tools for simplified and automated operations.

• Future-ready infrastructure to scale with evolving business needs.

Conclusion

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R740XD 24×2.5″ Server is a robust and versatile platform that blends power, scalability, and reliability. It’s the perfect solution for modern enterprises looking to optimize performance, secure their data, and simplify IT management.
With unmatched flexibility in configuration and automation, the PowerEdge R740XD sets the standard for next-generation data center performance.

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