Dell PowerEdge R640
Dell PowerEdge R640
ICD Certified Refurbished 1U Rack Server
The most popular enterprise 1U server in the world. Dual Xeon Scalable, up to 3TB RAM, 10x NVMe-ready bays. Fully certified with warranty.
R640 at a Glance
Full Technical Specifications
| Processor | 2x Intel Xeon Scalable (1st Gen 3100-8100 / 2nd Gen 3200-8200 series). Up to 28 cores per socket, 56 cores total. |
| Memory | 24x DDR4 DIMM slots. Supports RDIMM, LRDIMM, and NVDIMM. Up to 3TB max with 128GB LRDIMMs. Speeds: 2133/2400/2666 MHz. |
| Storage | Up to 10x 2.5″ hot-swap bays (SAS/SATA/NVMe). Alternative: 8x 2.5″ + 2x rear flex bays. Supports SSD, HDD, and NVMe drives. |
| RAID Controller | PERC H330, H730P, or H740P (2GB/8GB cache with BBU). Software RAID (S140) also available. HBA330 for pass-through. |
| Networking | 2x 1GbE LOM (Broadcom 5720). NDC slot supports 2x10GbE or 2x25GbE. Up to 3 PCIe slots for add-in NICs. |
| Power Supply | Dual hot-plug redundant PSU: 495W, 750W, or 1100W options. 80 Plus Platinum efficiency. Mixed-mode support. |
| Management | iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller. Express or Enterprise license. Dedicated 1GbE management port. HTML5 remote console. |
| PCIe Slots | Up to 3x PCIe 3.0 slots (different riser configurations). Supports GPU (single-width), HBA, NIC, and NVMe adapters. |
| Dimensions | 1U rack mount. 482mm (W) x 42.8mm (H) x 748mm (D). Weight: ~17 kg (varies by config). |
Why the R640 is the #1 Refurbished Server
Dense 1U Compute
Pack maximum compute into minimum rack space. Dual Xeon Scalable CPUs with up to 56 cores total in just 1U. Ideal for dense virtualization and hosting environments.
NVMe-Ready Storage
Up to 10x 2.5″ NVMe-capable bays deliver sub-millisecond latency for database and VDI workloads. Mix SSD and NVMe for the perfect price-performance balance.
Proven Enterprise Reliability
The R640 is Dell’s most deployed 14th generation server. Millions of units in production worldwide prove its reliability. ICD’s 25-point certification ensures every unit meets original specs.
Popular R640 Configurations
| Configuration | CPU | RAM | Storage | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 2x Silver 4114 | 64 GB | 2x 480GB SSD | Web server, dev/test |
| Standard | 2x Gold 6130 | 256 GB | 4x 960GB SSD | Virtualization, VDI |
| Performance | 2x Gold 6248 | 512 GB | 6x 1.92TB SSD | Database, analytics |
| Maximum | 2x Platinum 8280 | 768 GB | 10x NVMe SSD | HPC, in-memory DB |
All configurations are customizable. Contact us for a build tailored to your exact requirements.
ICD 25-Point Certification Process
- Cosmetic and physical inspection
- Chassis and bezel verification
- Service tag and asset documentation
- CPU installation and verification
- Memory module testing (memtest86)
- BIOS update to latest version
- iDRAC firmware update
- Lifecycle Controller verification
- RAID controller flash and test
- Storage backplane inspection
- Drive health check (SMART data)
- Network port testing (all ports)
- PCIe slot verification
- Power supply load testing
- Redundant PSU failover test
- Fan module operation check
- Thermal sensor calibration
- USB port verification
- VGA/serial port testing
- Operating system installation test
- 24-hour burn-in stress test
- Memory stress test under load
- CPU stress test (all cores)
- Complete diagnostic log review
- Final QA sign-off and packaging
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Dell R640 the most popular refurbished server?
The R640 combines a compact 1U form factor with enterprise performance: dual Xeon Scalable CPUs, up to 3TB RAM, and flexible storage in 10x 2.5-inch bays. Its proven reliability and now-accessible pricing make it the top choice for virtualization, VDI, and web hosting.
What CPUs does the Dell PowerEdge R640 support?
The R640 supports two Intel Xeon Scalable processors from the Bronze 3100, Silver 4100/4200, Gold 5100/5200/6100/6200, and Platinum 8100/8200 series. Maximum TDP of 205W per socket.
How much RAM can a Dell R640 hold?
The R640 has 24 DDR4 DIMM slots supporting up to 3TB of RAM using 128GB LRDIMMs. Common configurations use 16GB or 32GB RDIMMs for 384GB to 768GB total.
What is ICD’s 25-point certification?
Every ICD Certified Refurbished R640 undergoes visual inspection, component verification, BIOS/firmware update, memory/CPU stress tests, storage health checks, 24-hour burn-in, and final QA sign-off. The full 25-point checklist is listed above.
What is the price of a refurbished Dell R640?
Pricing depends on configuration (CPU, RAM, storage, networking). Contact ICD for a custom quote based on your exact requirements. We offer competitive pricing with full transparency.
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