Dell PowerEdge R840 is a four-socket enterprise-class server platform that you can fully configure your server to match your exact needs. Choose the chassis type, Intel Xeon Scalable family processors, fast DDR4 RAM, RAID controllers, SAS/SATA/NVMe drives, and redundant power supplies. Build your R840 step by step in our configurator - without unnecessary limitations and with full control over your budget. Check availability, quotes, and current stock levels - all in one place.

Dell PowerEdge R840 in the Hardware Direct configurator - when you need raw power in 2U

Dell PowerEdge R840 is a platform where you’re not looking for savings - you’re looking for power. It’s designed for environments where results matter: operations per second, response time, and the scale you can handle. If your infrastructure depends on a strong database back end, data analytics, data warehouses, or SAP deployments, the Dell R840 won’t let you down.

Four CPU sockets, support for Intel Xeon Scalable, and up to of RAM DDR4 mean one thing: you can build a server that becomes the foundation of your entire IT architecture. This isn’t a box for side tasks. This is the server everything else can rely on.

In the Hardware Direct configurator, you choose for yourself:

• A set of Intel Xeon Gold or Platinum processors, depending on the core count and clock speed you need
• The type and amount of RAM - from to
• Front-bay options: or , for maximum storage flexibility
• Riser cards for GPUs, NVMe, and I/O expansion
• RAID controllers (PERC, HBA, software) so everything works exactly the way you want

Dell R840 configurator - maximum Intel Xeon Scalable CPU and DDR4 memory capabilities

You don’t have to stop at two processors. Dell R840 supports four CPUs, giving you:

• Up to 112 physical cores, with hyper-threading
• Up to 224 logical threads for massively parallel workloads
• Hundreds of MB of cache, which makes a difference in batch processing

Combined with DDR4 RDIMM / LRDIMM memory, you can build a setup that replaces several other servers. Many companies choose the R840 specifically to simplify their IT architecture and reduce sprawl. Here, everything is consolidated into a single unit.

With support for Intel Xeon Scalable v2, you gain access to newer designs and lower power consumption - even under full load. That means lower electricity bills, without giving up performance.

R840 configurator - a server with SAS, NVMe, and SATA bays that never says “stop” when you expand

It doesn’t matter whether you run on classic HDDs, need full NVMe, or want a mixed storage layout. Dell PowerEdge R840 gives you that choice. On the front, you can select:

• or bays
• SATA SSDs and HDDs
• Enterprise-class SAS drives
• NVMe media with the highest IOPS

You also have additional disk risers and internal RAID cards such as H740P, HBA330, H200, and other options that help you manage redundancy and capacity organization. As a result, the R840 can serve as:

• A foundation for critical production systems
• A host for external storage or a backup layer
• A node for processing large volumes of analytical data

In every scenario, the Hardware Direct configurator gives you full control over what goes into the server.

Dell PowerEdge R840 - a configurator for those who need a server that doesn’t ask for a break

This is hardware for admins and CTOs who don’t want to wonder whether the node can handle another database client, another SAP instance, or a sudden data spike. The Dell R840 just does it. And it does it calmly.

That’s why, in the configurator, you can:

• Choose network cards from Dell, Broadcom, Intel, and QLogic
• Add BOSS and NVMe HBA modules
• Configure redundant power supplies ( to , AC and DC)
• Include rails, cable management arms, bezels, and Dell iDRAC licenses

The entire platform can operate as the central component of your data center. No freezing, no stress, no need to replace it in two years.

It works.

FAQ

Does Dell PowerEdge R840 support 4 processors?

Yes. It’s one of the few servers that allows you to install up to four Intel Xeon Scalable processors. This makes it ideal for database environments, analytics, and virtual machines.

What RAM can be installed in the R840?

The platform supports DDR4 RDIMM memory at various frequencies - from to - in modules up to each. Total capacity depends on the selected CPU configuration.

Can I choose different drive configurations (SAS, SATA, NVMe)?

Yes. In the configurator, you’ll find separate categories for SATA drives, SAS drives, and NVMe. You can also select the right RAID controller (HBA, H740P, H330) and BOSS cards for boot.

What workloads is the PowerEdge R840 suitable for?

It’s a server built for critical workloads:

• Databases (SQL, Oracle, SAP)
• Virtualization environments (VMware, Proxmox, Hyper-V)
• Backup and data analytics builds
• HPC use cases and IOPS-intensive workloads

What power supplies can I choose for the R840?

You can choose, among others, , , and AC 80+ Platinum power supplies, with the option to configure redundancy mode. DC and terminal-block variants are also available if your environment requires them.

Can I upgrade the server later?

Yes - and that’s exactly what it was designed for. You can start with a basic configuration and add, as needed:

• Additional CPUs
• More RAM
• Extra drive bays
• Other PCIe controllers

Thanks to its open architecture, the R840 doesn’t limit your upgrade path.