Processor & Compute Performance:
- CPU Support: Dual-socket design supporting 4th Generation and 5th Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors
- Maximum Core Count: Up to 64 cores per processor (128 cores total)
- Intel Xeon Max Support: Compatible with high-performance Intel Xeon Max processors up to 56 cores
- Advanced Technologies: Intel® QuickAssist Technology (optional) for offloading compute-intensive workloads from CPUs to accelerators
- Performance Features: Hyper-Threading, Turbo Boost, and AVX-512 instruction set support
Memory Specifications:
- Memory Type: DDR5 RDIMM (Registered DIMM)
- DIMM Slots: 32 DDR5 DIMM slots (16 per processor)
- Maximum Capacity: Up to 8 TB total system memory
- Memory Speed:
- Up to 4800 MT/s (1DPC - 1 DIMM Per Channel) with 4th Gen Intel Xeon
- Up to 5600 MT/s (1DPC) with 5th Gen Intel Xeon processors
- Up to 4400 MT/s (2DPC - 2 DIMMs Per Channel)
- Performance Advantage: DDR5 delivers faster memory bandwidth and enhanced performance for in-memory workloads
Storage Options:
The R760 offers exceptional storage flexibility with multiple configuration options:
2.5-inch Drive Configurations:
- Up to 24 x 2.5" SAS/SATA/NVMe drives (front panel)
- Up to 16 x 2.5" drives (8 SAS/SATA + 8 NVMe HWRAID)
- Up to 4 x 2.5" rear NVMe direct drives (hybrid bays)
3.5-inch Drive Configuration:
- Up to 12 x 3.5" SAS/SATA drives
E3.S Support:
- Support for E3.S hot-swap drives for next-generation storage density
RAID Controllers & Storage Management:
- PERC H965i: Latest generation Dell RAID controller
- PERC H755: High-performance RAID solution
- PERC H755N: NVMe-optimized RAID controller
- PERC H355: Entry-level RAID controller
- HBA355i: Host Bus Adapter for direct-attached storage
GPU & Acceleration:
- Double-Wide GPUs: Up to 2 x 350W double-wide GPUs
- Single-Wide GPUs: Up to 6 x 75W single-wide GPUs
- Use Cases: AI/ML training and inference, graphics rendering, data analytics acceleration
- Thermal Innovation: Smart Flow chassis optimizes airflow to support high-power GPUs and CPUs in air-cooled environments
Expansion & I/O:
- PCIe Slots: Up to 8 PCIe expansion slots
- PCIe Generation: PCIe Gen5 and Gen4 support for maximum bandwidth
- Slot Configurations:
- Slot 1: x8/x16 Gen5 or Gen4 (Full Height, Half/Full Length)
- Slot 2: x8/x16 Gen5 or Gen4 (Full Height, Half/Full Length)
- Slot 7: x8/x16 Gen5 or Gen4 (Full Height, Half Length)
- Slot 7 SNAPI: x16 Gen5 (Full Height, Half Length)
- Slot 8: x8 Gen5 or Gen4 (Full Height, Half Length)
Networking:
- LOM (LAN on Motherboard): 1 x OCP card 3.0 slot (optional)
- MIC (Management Interface Card): 1 x Management Interface Card slot to support Dell Data Processing Unit (DPU) - optional
- Note: System supports either LOM card or MIC card, or both simultaneously
Power Supply Options:
Comprehensive power supply options to match workload requirements:
- 3200W Titanium: Maximum efficiency for highest-end configurations
- 2800W Titanium: High-capacity for GPU-intensive workloads
- 2400W Platinum: Balance of power and efficiency
- 1800W Titanium: Mid-range configurations
- 1400W Platinum: General-purpose workloads
- 1100W Titanium: Standard enterprise applications
- 1100W LVDC: Low-voltage DC option
- 800W Platinum: Entry-level configurations
- 700W Titanium: Compact, efficient power delivery
- All power supplies are hot-swap redundant for maximum uptime
Cooling Solutions:
- Smart Flow Chassis: Revolutionary airflow optimization supporting the highest core count CPUs within existing IT infrastructure
- Cooling Options:
- Standard (STD) fans
- High Performance Silver (HPR Silver) fans
- High Performance Gold (HPR Gold) fans
- Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC): Optional rack solution for maximum thermal performance (requires rack manifolds and cooling distribution unit)
Security Features - Cyber Resilient Architecture:
Dell PowerEdge servers integrate security throughout every phase of the product lifecycle:
- Silicon Root of Trust: Hardware-based security foundation anchoring end-to-end boot resilience
- Secured Component Verification: Hardware integrity checks to detect unauthorized modifications
- Cryptographically Signed Firmware: Ensures firmware authenticity and prevents tampering
- Drift Detection: Monitors for unauthorized configuration changes
- Secure Boot: UEFI-based secure boot process
- Secure Erase: Complete data sanitization for decommissioned drives
- System Lockdown: Dynamic lockdown capabilities (requires iDRAC9 Enterprise or Datacenter)
- TPM 2.0: FIPS and CC-TCG certified Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0 China NationZ also available)
- Data at Rest Encryption: Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs) with local or external key management
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Enhanced access controls
- Role-Based Access Controls: Granular security permissions for trusted operations
Management & Automation:
Dell OpenManage Systems Management Portfolio:
- OpenManage Enterprise: Centralized one-to-many management console
- OpenManage Power Manager Plugin: Energy optimization and monitoring
- OpenManage Service Plugin: Streamlined service and support integration
- OpenManage Update Manager Plugin: Automated firmware and driver updates
- CloudIQ for PowerEdge Plugin: AI-driven proactive monitoring and predictive analytics
Integration & Orchestration:
- OpenManage Integration for VMware vCenter: Seamless VMware environment management
- OpenManage Integration for Microsoft System Center: Native Microsoft ecosystem integration
- OpenManage Integration with Windows Admin Center: Modern Windows management
- Red Hat Ansible Modules: Infrastructure-as-code automation
- Terraform Providers: Multi-cloud orchestration
- OpenManage Integration with ServiceNow: ITSM workflow automation
- BMC TrueSight: Enterprise monitoring integration
iDRAC9 (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller 9):
- Remote Management: Comprehensive out-of-band management capabilities
- Licensing Tiers: iDRAC9 Express (standard), iDRAC9 Enterprise, or iDRAC9 Datacenter
- Secure Connect Gateway (SCG): Automated support and remote troubleshooting
- RESTful API: Programmatic server management and automation
- HTML5 Virtual Console: Browser-based remote access
- Lifecycle Controller: Embedded deployment and configuration tool
Form Factor & Physical Design:
- Size: 2U rack-mountable server
- Chassis Depth: Standard 2U depth optimized for data center deployment
- Tool-less Design: Easy maintenance and component replacement
- Hot-Swappable Components: Drives, power supplies, and fans for maximum uptime
- Modern Aesthetic: Sleek, professional appearance suitable for visible data center locations
- Optimized Airflow: Engineered cooling paths maintain optimal operating temperatures
Operating System Support:
- Microsoft Windows Server (all current versions)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES)
- Ubuntu Server
- VMware vSphere / ESXi
- Additional Linux distributions and hypervisors - see Dell.com/OSsupport for complete compatibility
Ideal Applications:
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning: GPU-accelerated training and inference workloads
- Database Management: SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB
- High-Density Virtualization: VMware, Hyper-V, KVM, large-scale VDI deployments
- Software-Defined Infrastructure: VMware Cloud Foundation, OpenStack, Kubernetes
- Database Analytics: Real-time business intelligence and data warehousing
- High-Performance Computing (HPC): Scientific computing, engineering simulation
- Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI): Citrix, VMware Horizon, Microsoft RDS
- Cloud-Native Applications: Container platforms, microservices architectures
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP): SAP, Oracle E-Business Suite
- Content Delivery Networks (CDN): High-bandwidth media streaming
Dell Services & Support:
ProSupport Services:
- 24/7 access to Dell expert support engineers
- Hardware and software support with available predictive analysis
- Collaborative third-party assistance
- Optional Technology Service Manager for strategic guidance
ProDeploy Enterprise Suite:
- Expert-led deployments from basic installations to complex integrations
- Planning, configuration, and integration services
- Residency Service for ongoing transition assistance
- Helps achieve business outcomes from day one
Education Services:
- Comprehensive training programs with multiple delivery methods
- Instructor-led, self-paced online, and virtual instructor-led training
- Ensures IT staff has skills to successfully manage PowerEdge infrastructure
Dell Customization:
From bezel to BIOS to packaging, servers can be customized to look and feel as if designed and built by your organization. Contact Dell for OEM customization options.
Flexible Acquisition:
Dell offers flexible payment options that scale to match actual usage, helping organizations acquire the technology they need while managing cash flow effectively.
Why Choose the Dell PowerEdge R760:
The PowerEdge R760 delivers unmatched versatility and performance in a 2U form factor. With support for the latest 5th Gen Intel Xeon processors, DDR5 memory, PCIe Gen5 expansion, extensive GPU options, and comprehensive security features, this server is engineered to handle today's most demanding workloads while providing the flexibility to adapt to future requirements. Backed by Dell's industry-leading support and management tools, the R760 is the ideal choice for organizations seeking a powerful, secure, and manageable enterprise server platform.