What workloads suit Dell EMC PowerEdge R760XD2 servers?

Dell EMC PowerEdge R760XD2 servers are ideal for storage-intensive workloads including file and object storage, video capture and retrieval, content delivery networks, and data-intensive applications. The high capacity 2U form factor with up to 28 drive bays makes it perfect for environments requiring massive storage scalability and reliability.

Is the Dell PowerEdge R760XD2 suitable for storage-intensive workloads?

Yes. The Dell EMC PowerEdge R760XD2 is specifically designed for storage-intensive workloads that demand scalability, reliability, and performance. With support for up to 28 drive bays (depending on configuration) and up to 616TB total capacity (depending on drive selection), it's ideal for organisations requiring high capacity storage solutions.

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Name: Dell EMC PowerEdge R760XD2 2U Rack Server
Brand: Dell EMC
SKU: DELL-EMC-R760XD2
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The Dell EMC PowerEdge R760XD2 is a high capacity 2U dual socket storage server with up to 28 drive bays and 616 TB of raw storage capacity. Powered by Intel Xeon Scalable processors with up to 1.5 TB DDR5 memory, the R760XD2 is engineered for storage-intensive workloads including file and object storage, video surveillance, content delivery, data archival and large-scale backup infrastructure.

At ServerSource, a Dell Technologies Authorised Partner with over 30 years of experience, you can configure the R760XD2 to your exact specification. Select the processors, memory, storage layout, RAID controllers and networking options that match your data workload. We offer free UK delivery and duty free shipping across Europe, with 3 to 5 year warranty options on every server.

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Key Features and Advantages

dual socket Intel Xeon Scalable performance

Supports up to two 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors (up to 32 cores per CPU) or up to two 5th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors (up to 28 cores per CPU), providing ample compute capability for storage services, metadata processing and data-intensive applications.

high capacity 2U rackmount chassis

The R760XD2 is designed specifically for storage-heavy workloads, with support for up to 28 large-form-factor drive bays across front, mid and rear positions, depending on chassis and backplane configuration.

DDR5 memory support (up to 1.5 TB)

Up to 16 DDR5 DIMM slots supporting up to 1.5 TB of RDIMM memory. DDR5 speeds up to 5600 MT/s with 5th Gen Intel Xeon processors, with an effective maximum supported system speed of 4800 MT/s due to processor limitations. This is ideal for data-intensive applications, caching layers and storage services that benefit from larger memory footprints.

Massive storage capacity

Up to 28 drive bays with maximum raw capacity up to 616 TB, depending on drive selection. Supports SAS, SATA and NVMe drives in flexible front, mid and rear bay layouts. Not all drive combinations are available simultaneously. Exact layouts depend on the chosen chassis, backplane and controller configuration.

PCIe Gen4 expansion slots

Up to five PCIe Gen4 slots for RAID controllers, high speed network interface cards, and additional I/O expansion and HBAs.

Efficient power and thermal design

hot swappable redundant power supplies with PSU options: 1800 W Titanium, 1400 W Platinum, 1400 W Titanium, 1100 W Titanium, 1100 W LVDC or 700 W Titanium. Air cooling with up to six hot swappable fans for reliable 24/7 operation in attended data centre environments.

Enterprise management and security

iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller, support for Dell OpenManage Enterprise integrations, and security features including TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, System Lockdown, Silicon Root of Trust, cryptographically signed firmware and Secure Erase.

Recommended Workloads / Best Fit Applications

The Dell EMC PowerEdge R760XD2 is optimised for a wide range of enterprise workloads and applications:

File and Object Storage

With up to 28 drive bays and 616 TB raw capacity, the R760XD2 is ideal for large-scale NAS, SAN and object storage deployments serving enterprise file sharing and unstructured data.

Video Surveillance and Media

High capacity drive bays with SAS/SATA support make the R760XD2 well suited for continuous video recording, media asset management and content delivery workloads.

Backup and Data Archival

Massive storage density in a 2U form factor enables cost effective long-term data retention, backup repositories and compliance archival with RAID protection.

Software Defined Storage

Deploy as a storage node for Ceph, MinIO, vSAN or other software defined storage platforms, leveraging the R760XD2's dense drive layout and flexible networking.

Data Lakes and Analytics Storage

The R760XD2 provides the raw capacity and throughput for data lake infrastructure, supporting Hadoop, Spark and analytics pipelines that process large datasets.

Example Build to Order Configurations

These example configurations demonstrate the flexibility of the R760XD2 platform across different use cases:

Use Case	CPU & Memory	Storage / I/O	Description
File and Object Storage	2 × Xeon Silver 4510, 128 GB DDR5	2 × 480 GB SSD (OS) + 24 × 22 TB SAS 7.2K, PERC H755	High capacity NAS/SAN for enterprise file sharing and unstructured data
Video Surveillance Server	2 × Xeon Silver 4514Y, 256 GB DDR5	2 × 960 GB NVMe (OS) + 20 × 18 TB SATA 7.2K, PERC H965I	Continuous video recording and retrieval with high throughput RAID protection
Backup and Archival	2 × Xeon Silver 4510, 128 GB DDR5	2 × 480 GB SSD (OS) + 28 × 22 TB SAS 7.2K, HBA355i	Maximum raw capacity for long-term data retention and backup repositories
Software Defined Storage Node	2 × Xeon Gold 5520+, 256 GB DDR5	2 × 1.92 TB NVMe (cache) + 16 × 18 TB SAS + 25GbE NIC	Ceph, MinIO or vSAN node with tiered NVMe cache and high capacity HDD

(Configurations vary based on chassis selection and component availability.)

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Dell PowerEdge R760XD2 Technical Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the Dell PowerEdge R760XD2 2U rack server with Intel Xeon Scalable processors (16th Generation).

Processor Compatibility

CPU Tier	Model	Cores/Threads	Base Frequency	Use Case
Entry	Intel Xeon Silver 4410Y	12C	2.00GHz	Storage-intensive workloads, file serving
Mid-Range	Intel Xeon Silver 4509Y	8C	2.60GHz	high capacity storage, data archival
Performance	Intel Xeon Silver 4510	12C	2.40GHz	Storage-intensive applications, CDN nodes
High Performance	Intel Xeon Silver 4514Y	16C	2.00GHz	Enhanced performance for demanding storage workloads

Storage and I/O Configuration

Component	Specification	Details
Drive Bays	Up to 28 drive bays	Front, mid, and rear bay configurations supporting flexible storage layouts (depending on chassis and backplane configuration; not all drive combinations are available simultaneously)
Total Storage Capacity	Up to 616TB	Maximum capacity across all drive bays with high capacity HDDs
RAID Controllers	PERC H755, PERC H965I, HBA355i	H755: SAS/SATA RAID with 8GB cache. H965I: Advanced RAID with 8GB cache. HBA355i: Host Bus Adapter for node stacking
PCIe Generation	PCIe Gen 4	Up to five PCIe Gen4 slots for high bandwidth I/O expansion
Drive Types	SAS, SATA, NVMe	Supports multiple drive types for flexible storage configurations

Power and Thermal Specifications

Specification	Value	Notes
Power Supply Units	hot swappable redundant PSUs	Options: 1800W Titanium, 1400W Platinum, 1100W Titanium, 1100W LVDC, or 700W Titanium
Operating Temperature	10°C to 35°C	Standard operating temperature range for data centre environments
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 65°C	Wide range for shipping and storage
Cooling	Air Cooling	Up to six hot swappable fans for efficient thermal management
Form Factor	2U Rackmount	Height: 86.8mm (3.41 inches), Width: 481.6mm (18.96 inches), Depth: 837mm (32.95 inches)

Dell PowerEdge R760XD2 | Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about buying, configuring, pricing, warranty, and delivery for Dell PowerEdge R760XD2 servers.

Can I Configure Any Dell EMC PowerEdge R760XD2 Server Online?

Yes. Our online configurator covers a wide range of Dell EMC PowerEdge R760XD2 options including CPUs, memory, hard drives, SSDs, RAID controllers, NICs and operating systems. Submit your configuration for a personalised quote with competitive pricing.

Which Workloads Are Dell EMC PowerEdge R760XD2 Servers Best Suited For?

PowerEdge R760XD2 servers are ideal for storage-intensive workloads including file and object storage, video capture and retrieval, content delivery networks, data archival, and data-intensive applications. The dual socket architecture with high capacity storage (up to 28 drive bays depending on configuration, up to 616TB total depending on drive selection) provides exceptional scalability and performance for organisations requiring massive storage capacity and reliable data management.

Can I Standardise on a Single R760XD2 Reference Configuration?

Absolutely. Design a standard specification and repeat that build across multiple Dell EMC PowerEdge R760XD2 servers. This simplifies lifecycle management, capacity planning and spares holdings, making fleet management more efficient and cost effective.

Do You Support Other Dell EMC PowerEdge Server Models?

Yes. ServerSource can configure a wide range of Dell EMC PowerEdge rack and tower servers including R260, R360, R660, R660XS, R6615, R6625, R760, R760XA, R760XD2, R7615, R7625, R860, T160, T360, T560 and more. Visit our Dell EMC build to order online store to explore other models and generations.

Why choose ServerSource for your Dell EMC PowerEdge R760XD2?

We validate every component choice for compatibility and real-world balance so that your custom R760XD2 configuration is ready for production use. All servers come with genuine Dell EMC hardware, full manufacturer warranty, and expert pre sales and after sales support.

What warranty is included with the Dell PowerEdge R760XD2?

Every R760XD2 from ServerSource includes a warranty as standard. You can choose between two options: Next Business Day, which provides an on site engineer the following working day, or Mission Critical 24/7, which guarantees a 4 hour response with an engineer dispatched any time, any day. Warranty terms of 3 to 5 years are available. Visit our Warranty Services page for full details.

Do you ship Dell servers across Europe?

Yes. We ship duty free to all EU and EEA member states including Germany, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Sweden, Belgium, Austria and Ireland. All prices are quoted ex VAT. Contact us for a shipping quote to your location.

What is the price of a Dell PowerEdge R760XD2 server?

R760XD2 pricing depends on your chosen CPU, memory, storage, RAID controller, networking and warranty options. Use our online configurator to build your spec and get a quote.