Dell PowerEdge R740 2 x 20 Core 2.50GHz Gold 6248 256GB 8 x 2.4TB 10K SAS H740P
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Model | Dell PowerEdge R740 2U Rack Mount Server |
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Form Factor | 16 x 2.5" (SFF) Small Form Factor |
processor | 2 x Intel Xeon Gold 6248 2.50GHz 20-Core CPU Processors |
memory | 256GB DDR4 Memory |
Raid Controller | Dell Perc H740P 8GB Raid Controller |
Hard Drive | 8 x Dell 2.5" 2.4TB 10K 12GBPS SAS Hard Drives |
IDRAC License | IDRAC 9 Enterprise Licence |
Networking | Dell Intel X550 I350 Quad Port Network Daughter Card (2 x 1GB / 2 x 10GB RJ-45 Ports) |
Power Supply | 2 x Dell 1100W 80 Plus Platinum Power Supplies |
Rack Kit | Included |
Chassis Condition | Manufacturer Refurbished |
Warranty | 3 Year Bytestock Warranty |
High-Performance Compute with Scalable High-Speed SAS Storage
The Dell PowerEdge R740 is a powerful and flexible 2U rackmount server designed for compute-heavy, data-driven enterprise environments. This configuration features 2 x Intel Xeon Gold 6248 processors (40 cores total at 2.50GHz) and 256GB of DDR4 memory—delivering robust multi-threaded performance for virtualisation, container orchestration, and application hosting. Storage is configured with 8 x 2.4TB 10K SAS drives (12Gbps), providing 19.2TB of fast, high-capacity spinning disk ideal for handling structured data and transactional workloads. The Dell PERC H740P RAID controller with 8GB cache ensures data integrity and throughput, while iDRAC9 Enterprise, quad-port 10Gb/1Gb RJ-45 networking, and dual 1100W PSUs round out this enterprise-ready build.
Ideal for Virtualisation Hosts, Business-Critical Apps, and Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure
This system is ideal for organisations needing reliable compute power with strong disk I/O for mid-to-heavy workloads. The 40-core CPU setup and 256GB RAM make it well-suited for hosting dozens of virtual machines, running CRM or ERP platforms, or supporting hybrid deployments that blend on-premise resources with cloud services. The 19.2TB of 10K SAS storage offers high-speed access for departmental databases, analytics jobs, or file services where performance matters. The 16-bay chassis allows for future expansion—whether adding SSDs, scaling storage, or transitioning into a tiered storage model.
Refurbished and Backed by a 3-Year Bytestock Warranty
This server is manufacturer-refurbished and has been professionally tested by Bytestock’s in-house team to ensure enterprise-grade reliability. It comes with a 3-year return-to-base warranty, fast global shipping, and expert support. For scalable, performance-ready infrastructure backed by experience—choose Bytestock’s Dell PowerEdge R740.
Delivery Information
- We Ship Worldwide
Shipping quotes are calculated at checkout using our discounted rates with DHL, based on weight and location.
- Parts Orders
Despatched same day with DHL, providing your order and payment are both received before 4pm, Monday to Friday (except bank holidays).
- System Orders
If ordered before 4pm we endeavour to ship your configured system that same day. However, if your order is particularly large or complex, we’ll take a bit more time to ensure you receive the best possible product.
- DHL UK Express
Next business day delivery during the day to the UK mainland if ordered before 4pm.
- DHL UK Express Pre 12pm
Next day delivery by 12:00 noon to UK mainland addresses.
- DHL Express Worldwide
2-3 day delivery during the day to almost all European business centres and 2-4 days for most other worldwide addresses (some shipments to EU addresses may face delays outside of our control due to customs charges).
- Collection / Own Shipping Account
If you wish to collect your order in person or use your own shipping account (UPS, DHL, TNT and FedEx). Please add your shipping instructions to your order at checkout, or speak to our team on LiveChat or +44 (0) 1753 965 777.


Up to 5-Year Warranty


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Extended Warranty Option (3 and 5 Years)
For older generation products that come with a 1-year warranty, we offer the option to extend the warranty to 3 or 5 years for an additional charge.