DELL PowerEdge R750 Rack Server

Dell PowerEdge R750 - Full-Featured Enterprise 2U Dual-Socket Rack Server

The Dell PowerEdge R750 is a powerful, versatile 2U two-socket rack server engineered to deliver outstanding performance for the most demanding enterprise workloads. Designed for data center standardization across mixed and intensive applications, this full-featured server combines cutting-edge technology with comprehensive scalability to address application performance and acceleration requirements for modern IT infrastructure.

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Processor & Compute Performance:

  • CPU Support: Dual-socket design supporting up to two 3rd Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors (code-named "Ice Lake")
  • Core Count: Up to 40 cores per processor (80 cores total)
  • Performance Features: Enhanced instruction sets, advanced security features, and accelerated AI/ML capabilities
  • Memory Channels: 8 memory channels per processor for maximum memory bandwidth

Memory Specifications:

  • Memory Type: DDR4 RDIMM (Registered DIMM) or LRDIMM (Load Reduced DIMM) with ECC
  • DIMM Slots: 32 DDR4 DIMM slots total (16 per processor)
  • Memory Speed: Up to 3200 MT/s
  • Maximum Capacity:
    • Up to 2TB with RDIMMs
    • Up to 8TB with LRDIMMs
    • Up to additional 6TB with Intel® Optane™ Persistent Memory 200 series (16 PMEM slots)
  • Total Combined Capacity: Up to 8TB DDR4 + 6TB PMEM for maximum memory footprint
  • ECC Support: Error-Correcting Code memory ensures data integrity and system stability

Storage Configurations:

The R750 offers exceptional storage flexibility with multiple front and rear drive bay options:

2.5-inch Drive Configurations:

  • Front Bays:
    • Up to 24 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives (all-NVMe or hybrid)
    • Up to 16 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives (8 SAS/SATA + 8 NVMe configurations)
    • Up to 8 x 2.5-inch NVMe drives
  • Rear Bays:
    • Up to 4 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives (optional rear drive cage)
    • Up to 2 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives

3.5-inch Drive Configuration:

  • Front Bays: Up to 12 x 3.5-inch SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD)

Important Note: If all 24 front drive bays are configured with NVMe U.2 drives, the rear drive cage is limited to SATA only. Additionally, installing the rear drive cage reduces available PCIe slots from 8 to 4.

Boot & Storage Controllers:

  • Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS-S2): Hardware RAID with 2 x M.2 SSDs (240GB or 480GB) in hot-pluggable rear slots with RAID 1 redundancy
  • Internal Hardware RAID Controllers:
    • PERC S150: Software RAID
    • PERC H345: Entry-level hardware RAID
    • PERC H745: Mid-range performance RAID
    • PERC H755: High-performance RAID with advanced features
    • PERC H755N: NVMe-optimized RAID controller
    • HBA355i: Host Bus Adapter for non-RAID configurations
  • External RAID: PERC H840, HBA355e
  • Advanced Features: New 15th generation PERC controllers based on Harpoon architecture deliver significant performance improvements over 14th generation

GPU & Acceleration:

  • Double-Wide GPUs: Up to 3 x 300W double-wide GPUs for AI/ML training and inference
  • Single-Wide GPUs: Up to 6 x 75W single-wide GPUs for graphics acceleration and compute workloads
  • Use Cases: Artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, graphics rendering, HPC acceleration

Expansion & I/O:

  • PCIe Slots: Up to 8 PCIe Gen4 expansion slots for maximum bandwidth
  • PCIe Generation: PCIe 4.0 support delivers twice the throughput compared to PCIe 3.0
  • Slot Configuration: Flexible mix of x16, x8, and other slot widths to accommodate various expansion cards
  • OCP 3.0 Support: Open Compute Project mezzanine slot for network adapters
  • Note: Rear drive cage installation reduces available PCIe slots to 4

Networking:

  • Embedded NIC: Broadcom 5720 Dual Port 1GbE (Gigabit Ethernet) LAN on Motherboard (LOM)
  • OCP 3.0: Optional network mezzanine cards for higher-speed connectivity
  • Network Expansion: Additional network adapters available via PCIe slots

Power Supply Options:

Hot-swap redundant power supply configurations:

  • 800W: Platinum AC/240V HVDC
  • 1100W: Titanium AC/240V HVDC
  • 1400W: Platinum AC/240V HVDC
  • 2400W: Platinum AC/240V HVDC
  • Energy Efficiency: Platinum and Titanium-rated PSUs reduce operational energy costs
  • Redundancy: N+1 redundant power supply support for maximum uptime

Cooling Solutions:

  • Standard Air Cooling: Enhanced airflow design supports high-power processors and GPUs
  • Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC): Optional rack-level liquid cooling solution for maximum thermal performance with high-TDP components
  • Smart Cooling: Intelligent thermal management optimizes fan speeds based on workload and component temperatures
  • Hot-Swap Fans: Field-replaceable cooling fans for continuous operation

Security Features - Cyber Resilient Architecture:

Dell integrates security throughout every phase of the server lifecycle:

  • Silicon Root of Trust: Hardware-based security foundation anchoring the entire boot process
  • Cryptographically Signed Firmware: Ensures firmware authenticity and prevents tampering
  • Secured Component Verification: Validates hardware integrity to detect unauthorized modifications
  • Secure Boot: UEFI Secure Boot prevents unauthorized firmware and OS loading
  • Drift Detection: Monitors for unauthorized configuration changes with automatic alerts
  • System Lockdown: Dynamic system lockdown capabilities (requires iDRAC9 Enterprise or Datacenter)
  • Trusted Platform Module (TPM): Optional TPM 2.0 for hardware-based encryption and secure key storage
  • Secure Erase: Complete data sanitization for decommissioned drives
  • Data at Rest Encryption: Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs) with local or external key management

Management & Automation:

iDRAC9 (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller 9):

  • Comprehensive out-of-band remote management with embedded lifecycle management
  • Automated features and built-in telemetry streaming for enhanced productivity
  • HTML5-based virtual console for browser-based remote access
  • Quick Sync 2.0 for near-field communication and rapid configuration
  • RESTful API with Redfish for programmatic automation
  • Licensing tiers: iDRAC9 Basic, iDRAC9 Express, iDRAC9 Enterprise, or iDRAC9 Datacenter

Dell OpenManage Portfolio:

  • OpenManage Enterprise: Centralized one-to-many management console with automated discovery
  • OpenManage Power Manager Plugin: Energy optimization and thermal monitoring
  • OpenManage Update Manager Plugin: Automated firmware and driver updates
  • OpenManage Service Plugin: Streamlined service and support integration
  • CloudIQ for PowerEdge Plugin: AI-driven proactive monitoring and predictive analytics

Integration & Orchestration:

  • OpenManage Integration for VMware vCenter: Native VMware environment management
  • OpenManage Integration for Microsoft System Center: Seamless Microsoft ecosystem integration
  • OpenManage Integration with Windows Admin Center: Modern Windows management interface
  • Red Hat Ansible Modules: Infrastructure-as-code automation and orchestration
  • Terraform Providers: Multi-cloud infrastructure provisioning
  • OpenManage Integration with ServiceNow: ITSM workflow automation

Video & Connectivity:

  • Graphics Controller: Matrox G200eW graphics controller with 16MB video frame buffer
  • Video Ports: VGA ports (front and rear) for local console access
  • USB Ports:
    • Front: 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
    • Rear: Multiple USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports
  • Serial Port: Optional serial connector with various rear I/O board configurations

Form Factor & Physical Design:

  • Size: 2U rack-mountable server
  • Chassis Depth: Standard 2U depth optimized for data center deployment
  • Tool-Less Design: Simplified maintenance and component replacement
  • Hot-Swappable Components: Drives, power supplies, and fans for maximum uptime
  • Modern Aesthetic: Professional appearance suitable for visible data center locations

Operating System Support:

  • Microsoft Windows Server (all current versions)
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES)
  • Ubuntu Server
  • VMware vSphere / ESXi
  • Citrix Hypervisor
  • Additional Linux distributions - see Dell.com/OSsupport for complete compatibility

Ideal Applications:

  • Database & Analytics: SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SAP HANA, real-time business intelligence
  • High-Performance Computing (HPC): Scientific computing, engineering simulation, computational fluid dynamics
  • Traditional Corporate IT: File and print services, domain controllers, infrastructure services
  • Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI): Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, VMware Horizon, Microsoft RDS
  • AI/ML Environments: Machine learning training and inference, deep learning frameworks
  • Virtualization & Cloud: VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, KVM, OpenStack private clouds
  • Software-Defined Storage (SDS): VMware vSAN, Ceph, storage node deployments
  • Enterprise Applications: ERP, CRM, collaboration platforms, business-critical workloads

Key Advantages Over Previous Generation (R740):

  • More Processor Cores: Up to 40 cores per processor vs. 28 cores
  • More Memory Capacity: Up to 8TB DDR4 vs. 3TB
  • More Drive Bays: Up to 24 x 2.5-inch vs. 16 x 2.5-inch front drives
  • PCIe Gen4: Double the I/O throughput compared to PCIe Gen3
  • Enhanced Boot Options: BOSS-S2 with rear hot-swap accessibility vs. internal BOSS
  • Better Cooling: Direct Liquid Cooling option for higher-TDP components
  • Advanced Security: Enhanced cyber-resilient architecture features

Dell Services & Support:

ProSupport Services:

  • ProSupport Plus: 24/7 expert support with proactive and predictive monitoring using SupportAssist technology
  • ProSupport: Premium hardware and software support with collaborative third-party assistance
  • Availability and terms vary by region

ProDeploy Services:

  • ProDeploy Enterprise Suite: Expert-led deployment from planning to integration
  • ProDeploy Plus: Advanced deployment with residency services for ongoing transition assistance
  • ProDeploy: Professional installation and configuration services
  • 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 Technologies on Demand offers flexible payment options and consumption models that scale to match actual usage, helping organizations acquire needed technology while managing cash flow effectively.

Why Choose the Dell PowerEdge R750:

The PowerEdge R750 delivers industry-leading versatility and performance in a 2U form factor, making it the ideal platform for data center standardization. With support for 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors, up to 8TB of DDR4 memory, PCIe Gen4 expansion, extensive storage options (up to 24 NVMe drives), powerful GPU acceleration, and comprehensive cyber-resilient security features, this server is engineered to handle the most demanding workloads while providing the flexibility to adapt to future requirements. Enhanced with automated management features, built-in telemetry streaming, and Dell's industry-leading support, the R750 represents the perfect balance of performance, security, and manageability for enterprise IT infrastructure.

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