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The Dell R730 is ideal for: Data warehouses, E-commerce platforms, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), Databases, High-performance computing (HPC).
The Dell PowerEdge R730 is compatible with a wide range of Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 and v4 series processors, part of the 1st & 2nd generation Intel Xeon E5 family.
The Dell R730 supports up to 768GB of DDR4 RDIMM or 1.5TB of LRDIMM across 24 DIMM slots. It offers speeds up to 2400MT/s, depending on CPU and memory type. For best performance, use matched modules and avoid mixing RDIMM with LRDIMM types.
The Dell R730 offers flexible storage configurations, including up to 16 x 2.5" (SFF) or 8 x 3.5" (LFF) hot-plug drive bays. It supports SAS, SATA, and SSDs, with optional NVMe support. RAID options include PERC H330, H730, and H830 controllers for performance, redundancy, and expandability.
The Dell R730 includes seven PCIe 3.0 expansion slots. These slots support full-height, full-length cards and are ideal for RAID controllers, GPUs, or networking cards. An optional internal storage slot is also available for a dedicated RAID controller or PCIe SSD.
Yes! With Intelligent Servers UK’s online server builder tool, you can configure the Dell R730 chassis to your exact requirements by selecting preferred processors, memory, storage drives, and expansion options.
Yes, we offer flexible return and trade-in policies. Contact us to discuss upgrade options if your needs evolve.
Shipping times depend on the complexity of the configuration. Most servers are dispatched within 1-3 business days. Contact us for expedited options.
Yes, our team can provide a consultation or demo, ensuring the chosen server aligns with your operational needs.
It supports up to 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 or v4 series processors. Each CPU can support up to 22 cores, giving you up to 44 cores total.
The Dell PowerEdge R730 supports a maximum of 1.5TB of DDR4 RAM when using 64GB LRDIMM modules across all 24 DIMM slots. To reach this capacity, the system must be configured with two CPUs, each enabling 12 DIMM slots, and a compatible Intel Xeon E5-2600 v4 processor.
The Dell PowerEdge R730 can support up to 48TB of local storage with 8 x 3.5" (LFF) drives or up to 30.72TB with 16 x 2.5" (SFF) SSDs. Storage capacity depends on drive type, configuration, and RAID setup, offering flexibility for performance, redundancy, or high-capacity needs.
Supports up to 2 x hot-swappable redundant PSUs. Available PSU wattages include 495W, 750W, 1100W, and 1600W. Minimum PSU wattage is 495W and Maximum PSU wattage is 1600W.
Compatible with stand-up PCIe NICs and Flexible LOM (Network Daughter Cards). Supported speeds: 1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE, and 40GbE, depending on the card. Works with NICs from Intel, Broadcom, QLogic, and Mellanox.
Yes, the R730 supports Dell PERC RAID controllers such as the H730, H730P, and H830 for hardware RAID.
SAS and SATA drives are fully supported in hardware RAID. NVMe support is limited in the R730 and generally not supported in hardware RAID — these drives typically connect via dedicated PCIe slots without RAID functionality.