DELL PowerEdge R750xs Server
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Refurbished
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CPU
2×8GB DDR4 RDIMM 2133MHz
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RAM
noHDD (up to 8 HDD 2.5'' SFF)
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Condition
Refurbished
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CPU
2×8GB DDR4 RDIMM 2133MHz
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RAM
noHDD (up to 8 HDD 2.5'' SFF)
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Condition
Refurbished
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CPU
2×8GB DDR4 RDIMM 2133MHz
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RAM
noHDD (up to 8 HDD 2.5'' SFF)
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Condition
Refurbished
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CPU
2×8GB DDR4 RDIMM 2133MHz
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RAM
noHDD (up to 8 HDD 2.5'' SFF)
- Processors
- Up to two 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors with up to 32 cores
- Memory
- 16 DDR4 DIMM slots, supports RDIMM 1 TB max, speeds up to 3200 MT/s Supports registered ECC DDR4 DIMMs only
- Storage controllers
- Internal controllers: PERC H345, PERC H355, PERC H745, PERC H755, PERC H755N, HBA355i, S150 Internal Boot: Internal Dual SD Module, Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS-S2): HWRAID 2 x M.2 SSDs, USB External PERC (RAID): PERC H840, HBA355E
- Drive bays
- Front bays: 0 drive bay Up to 8 x 3.5-inch SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD) max 128 TB Up to 12 x 3.5-inch SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD) max 192 TB Up to 8 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe (HDD/SSD) max 61.44 TB Up to 16 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD) max 122.88 TB Up to 16 x 2.5-inch (SAS/SATA) + 8 x 2.5-inch (NVMe) (HDD/SSD) max 184.32 TB Rear bays: Up to 2 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe (HDD/SSD) max 15.36 TB
- Power supplies
- 600W Platinum Mixed Mode (100-240Vac or 240Vdc) hot swap redundant 800W Platinum Mixed Mode (100-240Vac or 240Vdc) hot swap redundant 1100W Titanium Mixed Mode (100-240Vac or 240Vdc) hot swap redundant 1400W Platinum Mixed Mode (100-240Vac or 240Vdc) hot swap redundant 1100W -48Vdc hot swap redundant (CAUTION: only works with -48Vdc to -60Vdc power input)
- Cooling options
- Air cooling
- Fans
- Standard fans/High performance Silver fans/High performance Gold fans Up to six hot swap fans
- Dimension
- Height – 86.8 mm (3.41 inches) Width – 482 mm (18.97 inches) Depth – 707.78 mm (27.85 inches) – without bezel and 721.62 mm (28.4 inches) – with bezel
- Form Factor
- 2U rack server
- Embedded management
- iDRAC9 iDRAC Direct iDRAC Service Module Quick Sync 2 wireless module
- Bezel
- Optional bezel or security bezel
- OpenManage Software
- OpenManage Enterprise OpenManage Power Manager plugin OpenManage SupportAssist plugin OpenManage Update Manager plugin
- Mobility
- OpenManage Mobile
- Integrations and Connections
- OpenManage Integrations BMC Truesight Microsoft System Center Red Hat Ansible Modules VMware vCenter and vRealize Operations Manager OpenManage Connections IBM Tivoli Netcool/OMNIbus IBM Tivoli Network Manager IP Edition Micro Focus Operations Manager Nagios Core Nagios XI
- Security
- Cryptographically signed firmware Secure Boot Secure Erase Silicon Root of Trust System Lockdown (requires iDRAC9 Enterprise or Datacenter) TPM 1.2/2.0 FIPS, CC-TCG certified, TPM 2.0 China NationZ
- Embedded NIC
- 2 x 1 GbE LOM
- Network Options
- 1 x OCP 3.0
- GPU options
- Not supported
- Ports
- Front Ports 1 x Dedicated iDRAC Direct micro-USB 1 x USB 2.0 1 x VGA Internal Ports 1 x USB 3.0 Rear Ports 1 x USB 2.0 1 x Serial (optional) 1 x USB 3.0 2 x RJ-45 1 x VGA (optional for liquid cooling configuration)
- PCIe
- Up to 5 x PCIe Gen4 slots + 1 x PCIe Gen3 slots 3 x16 Gen4 low profile 2 x16 Gen4 low profile (optional) x8 Gen3 (x4 lane) low profile
- Operating System and Hypervisors
- Canonical Ubuntu Server LTS Citrix Hypervisor Microsoft Windows Server with Hyper-V Red Hat Enterprise Linux SUSE Linux Enterprise Server VMware ESXi
- OEM-ready version availabe
- From bezel to BIOS to packaging, your servers can look and feel as if they were designed and built by you.
Dell PowerEdge R750xs overview
Dell PowerEdge R750xs is a cost-optimized 2U dual-socket rack server based on 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors and DDR4 memory. It is part of Dell’s xs positioning, aimed at traditional and mainstream enterprise workloads where a company wants 2U space and dual-socket performance without requiring the full expandability of the standard R750.
The Dell R750xs server is suitable for virtualization, business applications, scale-out environments, storage-oriented configurations, file services and databases that benefit from a 2U chassis. It should not be described as the same server as R750 at a lower price. The standard R750 is the more flexible platform; R750xs is more focused and cost-optimized. In the 15G lineup, Dell PowerEdge R750xs sits between mid-range 2U models and higher-flexibility enterprise systems.
When to choose Dell PowerEdge R750xs
Choose Dell PowerEdge R750xs when the workload needs a 2U dual-socket platform but not the broadest expansion profile. It is a good fit for mainstream virtualization, business applications, scale-out database nodes, file services, backup infrastructure and mixed enterprise workloads where acquisition cost and configuration discipline matter.
Compared with a 1U xs model, the Dell PowerEdge R750xs server gives more physical space for drives, airflow and serviceability. This can be useful when local storage is more important than maximum rack density. Compared with a standard R750, the xs model should be selected when the required build fits within its more focused platform limits.
The Dell R750xs configuration should be validated carefully for storage, NICs, risers, power supplies and cooling. If the project needs broader PCIe expansion, complex GPU options or maximum flexibility, compare with Dell PowerEdge R750 as a reference or consider Dell PowerEdge R760.
Chassis and drive bay options
The Servermall page lists the Dell R750xs 12LFF configuration. This makes the page particularly relevant for capacity-oriented workloads.
| Chassis option | Best for | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Dell R750xs 12LFF | Capacity-focused enterprise workloads, backup, file services and storage-oriented builds | LFF bays are better when raw HDD capacity is more important than maximum IOPS. |
Dell R750xs 12LFF is a good match for backup repositories, archive storage, file services and mixed enterprise workloads that need larger local capacity. For IOPS-heavy virtualization or databases, confirm whether SSD usage in LFF carriers, rear drives or another chassis option is appropriate for the specific build. NVMe should not be assumed from the 12LFF page configuration unless it is explicitly supported in the selected configuration.
Final drive compatibility depends on the selected backplane, storage controller and exact server configuration.
Recommended Dell PowerEdge R750xs configurations by workload
| Workload | Recommended focus |
|---|---|
| Mainstream virtualization | Balanced CPU core count, large enough RAM pool, SSD storage where needed and redundant networking. |
| Backup / archive | Dell R750xs 12LFF, capacity HDDs, moderate CPU/RAM and network throughput sized for backup windows. |
| Business applications | Reliable dual-socket CPU configuration, protected storage and RAM for application growth. |
| Scale-out databases | Consistent node configuration, CPU/RAM balance and storage latency checked against database requirements. |
| File services | LFF capacity planning, RAID/HBA selection and network bandwidth for user access patterns. |
| Mixed enterprise workloads | Balanced CPU, RAM, storage and NIC choices without overbuilding for rare peak scenarios. |
The Dell R750xs configuration should be chosen around the reason for selecting a 2U xs server: capacity, mainstream performance and cost control.
How to choose CPU, RAM, RAID and storage
Intel Xeon Scalable CPUs provide a wide range of core counts and frequencies. More cores help virtualization, containers and multi-user services, while higher clock speed can matter for databases and applications sensitive to single-thread performance. Because the Dell R750xs server is cost-optimized, processor choice should be tied to real workload and licensing needs. CPU and core count may affect software licensing for VMware, Windows Server, Microsoft SQL Server and other commercial platforms.
RAM planning should start with virtualization density, database cache requirements and future growth. In many deployments, RAM is more likely to constrain performance than a small CPU difference. For mixed workloads, leave headroom for maintenance, failover and backup agents.
Hardware RAID is appropriate for classic server deployments with protected local arrays. HBA/JBOD mode is preferred for ZFS, Ceph, vSAN, Proxmox/ZFS and software-defined storage when the software layer manages disks directly. BOSS or boot SSD options, where available, can separate OS or hypervisor boot from data drives.
For storage, LFF HDDs are capacity-oriented. SSDs are better for application responsiveness and database latency if supported in the selected build. NVMe should be used only where the exact configuration supports it.
Dell PowerEdge R750xs vs related Dell models
| Model | When to consider |
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| Dell PowerEdge R550 | Choose R550 for a more mid-range 2U platform with moderate enterprise requirements. |
| Dell PowerEdge R650xs | Choose R650xs when 1U density is more important than 2U storage space. |
| Dell PowerEdge R650 | Choose R650 for a more flexible high-density 1U compute platform. |
| Dell PowerEdge R750 | Use R750 as the reference when maximum 2U flexibility is required; R750xs is more cost-optimized and focused. |
| Dell PowerEdge R760 / Dell PowerEdge R760xs | Consider these for newer DDR5-based 16G infrastructure, usually at a higher price point. |
Dell PowerEdge R750xs is not a full R750 equivalent. It is a cost-optimized 2U choice for workloads that fit its platform limits.
New and refurbished Dell PowerEdge R750xs servers
A refurbished Dell R750xs can be a practical production option when it is tested, correctly configured and supplied with warranty. It can reduce acquisition cost for virtualization, file services, backup and scale-out enterprise workloads while keeping the environment on a modern DDR4-based Dell platform.
New units may be preferable when procurement policy requires new hardware or when a specific configuration must be sourced for a standardized rollout. Servermall offers EU delivery and warranty options; depending on the offer, Dell R750xs new and refurbished servers may be available with a 5-year warranty. Confirm CPU platform, drive layout, controller, network cards, PSU and warranty terms before ordering.
Summary: is Dell PowerEdge R750xs the right server for your workload×
Dell PowerEdge R750xs is a practical 2U server for mainstream enterprise workloads, cost-optimized virtualization, file services, backup and scale-out deployments. Choose it when 2U space and capacity matter, but maximum R750 flexibility is not required. Consider R550 for mid-range workloads, R650xs for 1U xs density, R750 for broader flexibility or R760/R760xs for newer DDR5 infrastructure. Before purchase, confirm CPU, RAM, storage, RAID/HBA, network, PSU and warranty requirements.
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