Dell PowerEdge R900 4U Rack Server 2x Xeon E7430 8-Core 16GB No HDD No OS | Wty
Dell PowerEdge R900
Key Benefits
- Quad-socket CPU platform — up to 4 Intel Xeon CPUs provide very high core counts at a fraction of the cost of newer multi-socket hardware — ideal for concurrent workload density
- Up to 256 GB RAM — large registered ECC memory capacity accommodates in-memory databases, large virtualisation host footprints, and memory-intensive analytics
- 8-bay hot-swap storage — eight 3.5-inch SAS/SATA hot-swap bays support RAID 5/6/10 for protected bulk storage alongside compute
- PERC 6/i hardware RAID — battery-backed hardware RAID controller protects write cache against power loss during array operations
- iDRAC6 remote management — remote console, power control, and hardware health monitoring without physical datacentre access
- Redundant PSU — hot-swap power supplies protect against single PSU failure keeping the server online during maintenance
Performance in Use
The PowerEdge R900 represents the high-water mark of Dell's four-socket rack server line. At current pricing, a quad-socket Xeon platform with up to 256 GB of registered ECC RAM delivers an exceptionally high memory ceiling per rack unit dollar — making it a practical platform for labs running large-memory VMs, legacy ERP environments, or analytics workloads that benefit from a high DIMM count rather than raw per-core speed.
While the Nehalem/Westmere generation CPUs do not match the per-core performance of modern Xeon platforms, for workloads that scale with memory bandwidth and core count rather than single-thread speed, the R900 remains competitive in its price tier. It is best suited to IT teams who understand the platform's generation and have specific large-memory or high-core-count requirements.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 4U rack-mount |
| Processor Sockets | Up to 4× Intel Xeon (Nehalem/Westmere, 4–8 core per socket) |
| Max RAM | Up to 256 GB DDR2/DDR3 Registered ECC (16 DIMM slots) |
| Drive Bays | 8× 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA |
| RAID | PERC 6/i (integrated SAS RAID controller) |
| Remote Management | iDRAC6 (Express or Enterprise) |
| Networking | 4× onboard 1 GbE |
| Power Supply | Dual or quad redundant PSU |
| Expansion | Up to 9× PCIe expansion slots (varies by config) |
| Warranty | 12-month Reboot IT warranty |
Is It Right for You?
|
✓ Best For: • IT lab environments needing high memory or many CPU cores at low cost • Legacy enterprise application hosting (ERP, database) with large-memory requirements • Research and data processing workloads benefiting from many cores • Virtualisation test beds running multiple VMs concurrently • Storage appliance conversion with expanded drive capacity |
✗ Not For: • Modern production workloads requiring current-gen CPU performance and efficiency • Environments needing NVMe or PCIe SSD — older platform does not support NVMe natively • Power-efficient deployments — quad-socket 4U servers carry significant power draw |
Condition Grades
| Grade | Cosmetic | Testing |
|---|---|---|
| A — Excellent | Minimal marks, near-new appearance | Full functional test passed |
| B — Good | Light wear, fully functional | Full functional test passed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CPUs can the R900 hold?
The R900 supports up to four Intel Xeon processors in LGA 1567 sockets (Nehalem-EX and Westmere-EX families). All four sockets must be populated with matched CPUs for multi-socket operation.
What is the maximum RAM?
256 GB DDR3 Registered ECC via 16 DIMM slots at maximum (16× 16 GB modules). The actual maximum depends on the specific CPU generation installed.
What operating systems are supported?
The R900 supports Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012, and 2012 R2, as well as VMware ESXi 5.x and 6.0, and various Linux distributions. Newer OS versions may have limited driver support for this platform generation.
Is this suitable as a virtualisation host?
Yes — a fully configured R900 with 128–256 GB RAM and 4 quad-core or hex-core Xeons provides a cost-effective VMware or Hyper-V test lab host. Production deployment is feasible for non-critical workloads.
What shipping costs apply?
Shipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout.
Warranty & Support
The Dell PowerEdge R900 includes a 12-month warranty from Reboot IT, covering all hardware defects from the date of purchase.
Shipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout. Reboot IT has been Australia's trusted refurbished IT specialist since 2001. Melbourne-based support at reboot-it.com.au.
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Dell PowerEdge R900
Key Benefits
- Quad-socket CPU platform — up to 4 Intel Xeon CPUs provide very high core counts at a fraction of the cost of newer multi-socket hardware — ideal for concurrent workload density
- Up to 256 GB RAM — large registered ECC memory capacity accommodates in-memory databases, large virtualisation host footprints, and memory-intensive analytics
- 8-bay hot-swap storage — eight 3.5-inch SAS/SATA hot-swap bays support RAID 5/6/10 for protected bulk storage alongside compute
- PERC 6/i hardware RAID — battery-backed hardware RAID controller protects write cache against power loss during array operations
- iDRAC6 remote management — remote console, power control, and hardware health monitoring without physical datacentre access
- Redundant PSU — hot-swap power supplies protect against single PSU failure keeping the server online during maintenance
Performance in Use
The PowerEdge R900 represents the high-water mark of Dell's four-socket rack server line. At current pricing, a quad-socket Xeon platform with up to 256 GB of registered ECC RAM delivers an exceptionally high memory ceiling per rack unit dollar — making it a practical platform for labs running large-memory VMs, legacy ERP environments, or analytics workloads that benefit from a high DIMM count rather than raw per-core speed.
While the Nehalem/Westmere generation CPUs do not match the per-core performance of modern Xeon platforms, for workloads that scale with memory bandwidth and core count rather than single-thread speed, the R900 remains competitive in its price tier. It is best suited to IT teams who understand the platform's generation and have specific large-memory or high-core-count requirements.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 4U rack-mount |
| Processor Sockets | Up to 4× Intel Xeon (Nehalem/Westmere, 4–8 core per socket) |
| Max RAM | Up to 256 GB DDR2/DDR3 Registered ECC (16 DIMM slots) |
| Drive Bays | 8× 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA |
| RAID | PERC 6/i (integrated SAS RAID controller) |
| Remote Management | iDRAC6 (Express or Enterprise) |
| Networking | 4× onboard 1 GbE |
| Power Supply | Dual or quad redundant PSU |
| Expansion | Up to 9× PCIe expansion slots (varies by config) |
| Warranty | 12-month Reboot IT warranty |
Is It Right for You?
|
✓ Best For: • IT lab environments needing high memory or many CPU cores at low cost • Legacy enterprise application hosting (ERP, database) with large-memory requirements • Research and data processing workloads benefiting from many cores • Virtualisation test beds running multiple VMs concurrently • Storage appliance conversion with expanded drive capacity |
✗ Not For: • Modern production workloads requiring current-gen CPU performance and efficiency • Environments needing NVMe or PCIe SSD — older platform does not support NVMe natively • Power-efficient deployments — quad-socket 4U servers carry significant power draw |
Condition Grades
| Grade | Cosmetic | Testing |
|---|---|---|
| A — Excellent | Minimal marks, near-new appearance | Full functional test passed |
| B — Good | Light wear, fully functional | Full functional test passed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CPUs can the R900 hold?
The R900 supports up to four Intel Xeon processors in LGA 1567 sockets (Nehalem-EX and Westmere-EX families). All four sockets must be populated with matched CPUs for multi-socket operation.
What is the maximum RAM?
256 GB DDR3 Registered ECC via 16 DIMM slots at maximum (16× 16 GB modules). The actual maximum depends on the specific CPU generation installed.
What operating systems are supported?
The R900 supports Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012, and 2012 R2, as well as VMware ESXi 5.x and 6.0, and various Linux distributions. Newer OS versions may have limited driver support for this platform generation.
Is this suitable as a virtualisation host?
Yes — a fully configured R900 with 128–256 GB RAM and 4 quad-core or hex-core Xeons provides a cost-effective VMware or Hyper-V test lab host. Production deployment is feasible for non-critical workloads.
What shipping costs apply?
Shipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout.
Warranty & Support
The Dell PowerEdge R900 includes a 12-month warranty from Reboot IT, covering all hardware defects from the date of purchase.
Shipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout. Reboot IT has been Australia's trusted refurbished IT specialist since 2001. Melbourne-based support at reboot-it.com.au.
