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Refurbished Dell R740 Rack Servers
About the Dell R740 Rack Server
We sell a wide range of refurbished Dell PowerEdge R740 Rack Servers, purpose-built to supercharge application performance and adapt to virtually any workload. Designed for virtualisation, cloud computing, and data-intensive tasks, the R740 delivers powerful compute and exceptional storage flexibility—all in a compact 2U rack chassis.
Powered by dual Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors and up to 3TB of DDR4 memory, the R740 also supports persistent memory, enabling up to 10x faster database performance. Whether you're running VDI, large-scale databases, or high-performance applications, the Dell R740 can be customised to your exact requirements.
Call us on 01423 223 430 to discuss your Dell rack server needs or contact us online.
Refurbished Dell R740 Rack Servers FAQs
Why get a Refurbished Dell R740 Rack Server from Intelligent Servers?
At Intelligent Servers, we help customers deploy IT infrastructure to solve their problems while maximising their IT budgets. Our pro-services team provide pre- and post-sales support, while our industry leading free 3-year warranty provides peace of mind. Our after-sales service also includes free hardware replacement during your warranty period with Next-Working-Day delivery in the UK and 1–3-day delivery for Europe. Feel free to get in touch with our team on 01423 223 430, email [email protected] or visit our Contact Us page.
What makes the Dell PowerEdge R740 ideal for high-performance workloads?
The R740 is built to adapt and scale with your workloads. It supports dual Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors, up to 3TB of DDR4 memory, and persistent memory modules that can increase database performance by up to 10x—making it perfect for applications that demand serious compute power.
How does the R740 compare to the Dell R730?
The R740 offers up to 50% more user support than the R730, thanks to increased GPU capacity (up to 3 double-width GPUs) and improved overall system performance.
What type of memory does the Dell R740 support?
It supports DDR4 RDIMMs and LRDIMMs, with a total memory capacity of up to 3TB. You can also leverage persistent memory to dramatically improve latency-sensitive workloads like databases.
Can I use GPUs with the Dell R740?
Yes! The R740 supports up to three double-width GPUs, making it an excellent choice for GPU-accelerated tasks like VDI, AI, machine learning, and 3D rendering.
What are the storage options?
The R740 offers tremendous flexibility - supporting a mix of NVMe, SSD, HDD, and internal M.2 SSDs. This allows you to optimise for speed, capacity, or a balance of both.
What management tools are included?
Dell’s integrated iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller provides powerful remote management capabilities for deployment, monitoring, and updates - all from anywhere.
Is this server suitable for virtualisation and cloud environments?
Absolutely. The R740 is built for virtualisation, cloud computing, and data-intensive applications. Its memory, processor, and I/O capabilities make it an excellent virtualisation host.
Can I customise my Dell R740 to meet my business needs?
Yes! With Intelligent Servers UK’s online server builder tool, you can configure the Dell R740 chassis to your exact requirements by selecting preferred processors, memory, storage drives, PCIe Network, Storage HBA cards, and expansion options.
Can I return or upgrade my server if my requirements change?
Yes, we offer flexible return and trade-in policies. Contact us to discuss upgrade options if your needs evolve.
How quickly can I receive a fully configured server?
Shipping times depend on the complexity of the configuration. Most servers are dispatched within 1-3 working days. Contact us for expedited options.
Can I arrange for a demo or consultation before purchasing?
Yes, our team can provide a consultation or demo, ensuring the chosen server aligns with your operational needs.