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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 3rd & 4th generation Intel Xeon E5 family.
The Dell R730 supports up to 768TB of DDR4 using 32GB RDIMMS or 3TB using 128GB LRDIMMS across 24 DIMM slots. It offers speeds up to 2400MT/s, depending on CPU and memory type. For best performance, use matched modules. Mixing RDIMM with LRDIMM types is not supported. 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 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, H730p, and H830 controllers for performance, redundancy, and expandability.
The Dell R730 includes up to 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.
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 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.
SAS and SATA drives are fully supported in hardware RAID. NVMe support is limited to direct connect, using PCIe extender cards, with software RAID in the R730 with hardware RAID not supported.