Dell PowerEdge R730xd 24SFF 2U Rack Server – 24x 2.5" Bay, Dual Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4
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Product Specification
| Form Factor | 2U rack |
| Cores per CPU | Up to 22 (processor dependent) |
| Memory Type | DDR4 ECC RDIMM or LRDIMM |
| RAID Controller Options | PERC H330, H730, H730P or HBA330 |
| Power Supplies | 2x hot-plug redundant, 750W or 1100W options |
| Management | iDRAC8 (Express or Enterprise) |
Refurbished · Tested
Dell PowerEdge R730xd 24SFF server: 24 x 2.5 inch bays and dual Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 for dense storage.
This refurbished Dell PowerEdge R730xd is the 24SFF version of the storage-dense model in Dell's 13th-generation rack range. It holds 24 front-loading 2.5 inch hot-swap SAS or SATA bays in a 2U chassis, with optional 2 x 2.5 inch rear flex bays for boot or cache drives. Two LGA2011-3 sockets take Xeon E5-2600 v3 or v4 processors on the Intel C612 chipset, with 24 DDR4 DIMM slots for up to 1.5TB. Storage runs from a PERC H330, H730 or H730P for hardware RAID, or an HBA330 to pass disks straight to ZFS, Ceph or vSAN. Buyers in Doha and across Qatar choose it for TrueNAS arrays, backup repositories, software-defined storage clusters and database hosts, where many drives and dual-socket compute must share one rack position. Our stock code is SD-R730XD-24SFF.
SD-R730XD-24SFFForm factor 2U rackFull configuration
The R730xd shares its board and processor platform with the standard R730 but trades some expansion for drive density. In this chassis the front holds 24 small form factor bays, against 16 on the standard R730.
What this configuration suits
Compare the workload you have in mind against the fitted components.
With an HBA330 the 24 bays are presented directly to TrueNAS, Ceph or vSAN, and large memory gives ZFS room for ARC.
With an H730 or H730P it works as a hardware RAID host for backup repositories and databases. The H730P has the larger cache and suits write-heavy arrays.
Up to 22 cores per CPU and 1.5TB of memory leave room for ESXi, Proxmox or Hyper-V alongside storage. Where GPUs or many add-in cards are needed, the standard R730 offers more expansion.
Upgrade paths
- Processors: up to 22 cores per socket with the top Xeon E5-2600 v4 parts; both CPUs must be the same model.
- Memory: 24 DIMM slots to a ceiling of 1.5TB. With one CPU only its 12 slots are usable.
- Rear flex bays: an optional pair of 2.5 inch bays keeps boot or cache drives off the front 24.
- Networking: move to the 2 x 10GbE plus 2 x 1GbE daughter card, or add 10GbE or 25GbE adapters in the PCIe 3.0 slots.
- Management: iDRAC8 Enterprise adds virtual console and virtual media for remote installs.
Compatibility
Fill memory with one DIMM type only, since RDIMMs and LRDIMMs cannot be mixed. Achievable speed depends on processor generation and DIMMs per channel. Front drives mount in Dell 13th-generation hot-plug carriers; 3.5 inch drives need the 12-bay LFF R730xd instead.
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Processors | Matched pair of Xeon E5-2600 v3 or v4, no mixing |
| Memory | DDR4 ECC RDIMM or LRDIMM |
| Front drives | 2.5 inch SAS or SATA, HDD or SSD |
| Drive carriers | Dell 13th-generation hot-plug |
| Rear flex bays | 2.5 inch drives |
| Power supplies | 750 W or 1100 W hot-plug, matched pair |
Part numbers and identification
Condition & testing
- Full hardware diagnostics and burn-in
- Memory, storage and power supplies verified
- Management controller reset, BIOS returned to defaults
- Fully working; minor cosmetic marks are possible on refurbished units.
- 6-month warranty on every unit we sell, with installation and support across Qatar.
What ships with this server
Images are for illustration. The unit supplied is the one described in the specification and may differ cosmetically.
If you need rails, a bezel or additional drives, ask on WhatsApp before ordering and we will quote them with the unit.
Our team in Doha answers specification and compatibility questions during working hours.
Ask on WhatsApp sales@serverdove.comWhich processors does the Dell R730xd support?
It takes Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 and v4 processors in two LGA2011-3 sockets. The top v4 parts reach 22 cores per CPU. Both installed processors must be the same model, so v3 and v4 chips cannot be mixed. The server runs on one CPU, but only the 12 DIMM slots attached to that socket are usable, and some PCIe slots depend on the second processor.
What is the difference between the R730 and the R730xd?
Both are 2U, dual-socket 13th-generation servers on the same platform. The R730xd is the storage-focused variant. It offers 24x 2.5" front bays in this configuration, plus optional rear flex bays. The standard R730 tops out at 16x 2.5" front bays. In exchange, the R730xd has up to six PCIe slots, while the R730 has more expansion and GPU options.
Is the R730xd suitable for TrueNAS or ZFS?
Yes, when the drives are presented directly to the operating system. The HBA330 is the usual choice because it passes disks through without a RAID layer. The PERC H330 and H730 can also be set to HBA mode, but the HBA330 is the cleaner option for ZFS. Memory capacity of up to 1.5TB gives plenty of room for ARC.
How much memory can the R730xd take?
There are 24 DDR4 DIMM slots, 12 per processor, for a maximum of 1.5TB. The server accepts ECC RDIMMs or LRDIMMs, but the two types cannot be mixed in one system. Achievable memory speed depends on the processor generation and on how many DIMMs are installed per channel.
What drives fit the 24SFF R730xd?
The front bays take 2.5" SAS and SATA hard drives and SSDs. Each drive mounts in a Dell 13th-generation hot-plug carrier. 3.5" drives need the 12-bay LFF version of the R730xd instead. The optional rear flex bays also take 2.5" drives and are often used for boot volumes or cache SSDs.
Which RAID controller should I choose for the R730xd?
Choose the H730 or H730P for hardware RAID with a cache. The H730P has the larger cache and suits write-heavy arrays. The H330 provides basic RAID without cache. The HBA330 is for software-defined storage such as ZFS, Ceph or vSAN, where the operating system or hypervisor manages the disks.
What networking options are available?
Onboard networking comes from a network daughter card. Options are 4x 1GbE or 2x 10GbE plus 2x 1GbE. This card does not occupy a PCIe slot. Faster or additional ports, such as 25GbE or extra 10GbE adapters, can be added through the PCIe 3.0 slots.
What does iDRAC8 Enterprise add over Express?
iDRAC8 Express covers out-of-band health monitoring, power control and Lifecycle Controller deployment. The Enterprise licence adds the HTML5/Java virtual console and virtual media. Those features let you install an operating system or troubleshoot the server remotely without physical access to the rack.
What does refurbished mean at ServerDove?
Off-lease or decommissioned enterprise hardware that we clean, test and reset in Doha. Every unit goes through POST, burn-in, memory and drive checks and a power-supply check, with firmware and BIOS returned to defaults and drives securely erased.
Can I ask about the exact unit before I buy?
Yes. Message us the SKU on WhatsApp and we will confirm the condition and configuration of the unit in stock, with photos if you want them.
How fast is delivery in Qatar?
Orders ship from Doha and arrive within one working day anywhere in Qatar. Delivery is free on orders over QAR 300.
Can I collect in person?
Yes, from Nuaija Office 7, Doha, usually within 24 hours of ordering. Choose pick-up at checkout and we will message you when it is ready.
What warranty is included?
A 6-month hardware warranty from the delivery date, covering the unit as supplied. If a part fails we repair or replace it. Full terms are on the warranty page.
What is your return policy?
If the unit arrives faulty or not as described, tell us and we will collect it and replace or refund it. Full terms are on the Refund Policy page.
Which payment methods do you accept?
Visa, Mastercard and American Express online. Bank transfer is available for company orders; contact us for details.
Is the price shown the final price?
Yes. The price shown is what you pay; nothing is added at checkout, and every order ships with an invoice in your name or your company's name.
Why buy refurbished
Enterprise hardware, tested in Doha, at a fraction of the price of new
Every unit we sell has already proven itself in a data centre. We test it again, grade it, and back it with a warranty before it leaves our stock.
Tested before it ships
POST, burn-in, memory and power-supply checks on every unit. Anything that fails is repaired or pulled from stock, not sold.
Same performance, lower cost
A Xeon runs the same workloads whether it is new or two years old. Spend the difference on more CPUs, memory or storage.
In stock, not on order
New enterprise hardware can take weeks or months to arrive. Ours is on the shelf in Doha and delivered across Qatar within a day.
Warranty and local support
Every unit is covered. Installation, configuration and hardware support are handled by our own team in Qatar, not a call centre abroad.