Dell PowerEdge R720 Dual E5-2640 2.5GHz 256GB No Hard Drives/Raid | Wty
Power your data centre with the Dell PowerEdge R720, a certified refurbished dual-socket 2U rackmount server featuring dual Intel Xeon E5-2640 processors (2.50GHz, 6-core), 256GB DDR3 DIMM memory, 3 x Intel Ethernet I350 1Gb network adapters, and dual redundant 750W hot-plug power supplies. This is a diskless configuration—shipped without internal hard drives, no RAID controller, and no backplane—with a 3.5-inch large-form-factor (LFF) chassis designed to support up to 8 x 3.5-inch hot-plug drives for maximum storage capacity and flexibility. This enterprise-class server delivers exceptional performance and scalability whilst offering outstanding value through refurbished technology that has been rigorously tested and verified by Reboot IT. Why Choose the PowerEdge R720?
The Dell PowerEdge R720 is engineered for organisations requiring a highly scalable, feature-rich server platform that handles complex workloads with ease. Setting the standard for feature flexibility in enterprise computing, this 2U rackmount solution combines powerful processing capabilities with exceptional memory capacity—256GB RAM provides exceptional headroom for virtualisation, in-memory databases, and data-intensive applications. The diskless configuration offers unparalleled flexibility, enabling deployment in network-storage environments, SAN/NAS infrastructures, and cloud-ready architectures where centralised storage management is preferred over local drives. Practical Applications
The PowerEdge R720 diskless configuration excels across a wide range of enterprise scenarios:
Virtualised Environments with Centralised Storage: Leverage VMware ESXi with network boot (PXE) to host hundreds of virtual machines utilising SAN or NAS-based storage for maximum flexibility and simplified management
Hyper-Converged Infrastructure: Deploy as a compute node in HCI solutions where storage is managed separately or through software-defined platforms
Scalable Database Clusters: Host in-memory database systems (SAP HANA, Oracle RAC) with external SAN connectivity for enterprise-grade reliability and failover capability
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) at Scale: Support thousands of concurrent virtual desktops with network-based boot and profile delivery
Cloud-Ready Computing: Perfect for containerised workloads, Kubernetes clusters, and cloud-native deployments where persistent storage is external Key Features & Benefits
Dual Intel Xeon E5-2640 Processors: 12 cores of processing power (6-core per socket) with Turbo Boost technology and 15MB cache per processor for exceptional multitasking and throughput
Exceptional Memory Capacity: 256GB DDR3 DIMM included; purpose-built for memory-intensive enterprise applications and large-scale virtualisation
3.5-Inch Large-Form-Factor Chassis with Upgrade Path: No internal drives or RAID controller means you control storage architecture—network boot, USB installation, SATA DOM modules, or external SAN connectivity available. This 3.5-inch LFF chassis is optimally designed to support up to 8 x 3.5-inch large-form-factor hot-plug drives when a backplane and RAID controller are added, enabling future storage expansion with higher-capacity drives as your requirements grow
Advanced Network Connectivity: 3 x Intel Ethernet I350 QP 1Gb Server Adapters plus integrated daughter card for flexible networking options, iSCSI boot, and redundancy
Impressive I/O Capacity: Seven PCIe slots (1 x16 and 3 x8 full-length, full-height) enabling custom storage adapters, additional network cards, and expansion modules
Redundant Power Architecture: Dual hot-plug 750W power supplies ensure continuous operation and eliminate single points of failure
Enterprise Management: iDRAC7 Enterprise remote management with 8GB SD card for advanced monitoring and provisioning from any location
ReadyRails Sliding Rails: Simplified installation and maintenance with integrated cable management arm Essential Specifications
- Processor: Dual Intel Xeon E5-2640 @ 2.50GHz, 6-core, 15MB cache, 95W TDP each
- Memory: 256GB DDR3 DIMM
- Storage: Diskless configuration—no internal hard drives, no RAID controller, no backplane (customer-configurable). Designed to support up to 8 x 3.5-inch large-form-factor (LFF) hot-plug drives when configured with optional backplane and RAID controller
- Chassis Type: 3.5-inch large-form-factor (LFF) configuration
- Network: 3 x Intel Ethernet I350 QP 1Gb Server Adapter with daughter card
- Form Factor