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Dell EMC PowerEdge R940XA Rack Server (4U, Four Socket)
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R940XA is a high performance 4U rack server designed for acceleration focused, data intensive enterprise workloads. As part of Dell's 14th Generation PowerEdge portfolio, the R940XA combines four socket compute with powerful GPU and FPGA support, making it ideal for artificial intelligence, machine learning, advanced analytics and real time decision platforms.
ServerSource provides full build to order flexibility, allowing you to configure the PowerEdge R940XA to match your exact workload requirements. Select processors, memory, storage, RAID, networking and accelerator options using our online configurator, or request a custom quote for complex or large scale deployments.
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Key Features and Advantages
Fast UK and EU Delivery
UK & EU delivery available with genuine Dell EMC hardware and full warranty support.
Competitive Pricing
Perfectly priced Dell EMC systems with transparent quote process and no hidden fees.
Expert Support
Pre sales technical consultation to ensure your R940XA configuration meets your exact needs.
Recommended Workloads and Best-Fit Use Cases
The Dell PowerEdge R940XA is well suited to:
GPU accelerated databases and analytics
GPU accelerated databases, in memory platforms and real time data processing workloads requiring high throughput and low latency.
Enterprise analytics and modelling
Enterprise analytics, scientific modelling and simulation workloads that benefit from accelerator capabilities.
Large scale virtualisation with acceleration
Large scale virtualisation and private cloud environments with GPU or FPGA acceleration requirements.
Development, test and staging
A strong platform for development, test and staging environments where consistent performance and enterprise management are important.
VDI and accelerator-led workloads
VDI and accelerated workloads where GPU support is required (configuration dependent).
Example Build to Order Configurations
| Use Case | CPU & Memory | Storage & I/O Configuration | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virtualisation host | Two to four Xeon processors, 256 GB plus DDR4 | NVMe and SSD mix | Balanced platform for virtual machines |
| Database server | High core Xeon, 256 GB plus DDR4 | NVMe heavy configuration | Low latency and high throughput |
| Enterprise application | Two to four Xeon processors, 256 GB plus DDR4 | SSD and HDD mix | Reliable platform for business systems |
| Private cloud node | Two to four Xeon processors, scalable memory | NVMe and SAS storage | Suitable for scale out deployments |
Examples only. Final specifications depend on selected components, chassis options and availability.
Technical Specifications
High level overview of key R940XA specifications.
- Form factor: 4U rack server
- Processors: Up to four 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors
- Memory: Up to 48 DDR4 DIMM slots, up to 6 TB RDIMM or LRDIMM
- Persistent memory: Intel Optane DC persistent memory supported
- Drive bays: Up to 32 x 2.5 inch SAS or SATA, with up to 4 NVMe PCIe SSDs
- Expansion: Up to 12 PCIe Gen3 slots
- Accelerators: Up to 4 double width GPUs or up to 8 single width FPGAs
- Management: iDRAC9 with OpenManage Enterprise
Why Buy from ServerSource
- Fully customisable build to order configurations
- Genuine Dell EMC hardware with full manufacturer warranty
- Transparent pricing with fast UK and EU delivery
- UK based expert pre sales technical guidance
- Suitable for one off purchases or standardised fleet deployments
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Adjust CPUs, memory, storage, RAID, NICs and operating system options as needed, then submit your R940XA configuration to our team for pricing and availability.
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Dell PowerEdge R940XA Technical Specifications
Detailed technical specifications for the Dell PowerEdge R940XA 4U rack server with Intel Xeon processors.
Processor Support
The R940XA supports up to four 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors, with up to 28 cores per processor, delivering up to 112 cores in a single 4U chassis for the most demanding enterprise workloads.
Storage and I/O Configuration
| Component | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Boot Storage | Boot options | Boot configurations vary by build. Choose a suitable boot device based on your selected storage and controller options. |
| Storage Controllers | Dell PERC RAID controllers, SAS HBAs, software RAID | Controller options are configuration dependent; boot options such as BOSS with dual M.2 SSDs may also be available. |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe Gen3 | Up to 12 PCIe Gen3 slots, providing extensive expansion for networking, storage controllers and accelerator devices. |
| Drive Bays | Front | Up to 32 x 2.5 inch SAS or SATA drives, with support for up to 4 direct attached NVMe PCIe SSDs. |
Power and Thermal Specifications
| Specification | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Power Supply Units | Hot-plug redundant Platinum options | Power supply options vary by configuration. |
| Cooling | Air cooling | Up to 4 cabled fans for reliable operation in data centre environments |
Dell EMC PowerEdge R940XA technical overview
The R940XA platform includes:
What is the power consumption of the Dell R940XA?
The Dell PowerEdge R940XA supports redundant hot-plug Platinum power supply options. Power consumption varies based on CPU configuration, memory, and storage choices.
Why choose a 4U Rackmount server?
4U rackmount servers like the Dell PowerEdge R940XA provide excellent expandability while still maintaining efficient rack utilisation. The R940XA is designed for accelerated enterprise workloads, including AI, ML and GPU accelerated analytics (configuration dependent).
What makes the R940XA well suited to accelerated workloads?
The R940XA combines four socket compute capability with extreme memory capacity (up to 6 TB) and extensive PCIe expansion (up to 12 slots). This makes it a top tier choice for accelerated workloads, AI and ML platforms, and mission critical enterprise applications where GPU or FPGA acceleration is required.
Key Features Summary
- Form factor: 4U rack server
- Processors: Up to four 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors
- Memory: Up to 48 DDR4 DIMM slots, up to 6 TB RDIMM or LRDIMM
- Persistent memory: Intel Optane DC persistent memory supported
- Drive bays: Up to 32 x 2.5 inch SAS or SATA, with up to 4 NVMe PCIe SSDs
- Expansion: Up to 12 PCIe Gen3 slots
- Accelerators: Up to 4 double width GPUs or up to 8 single width FPGAs
- Management: iDRAC9 with OpenManage Enterprise
Dell EMC PowerEdge R940XA build to order FAQ
Find answers to common questions about configuring and ordering your Dell EMC PowerEdge R940XA server
Can I configure any Dell EMC PowerEdge R940XA server online?
Yes. Our online configurator covers a wide range of Dell EMC PowerEdge R940XA 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 R940XA servers best suited for?
PowerEdge R940XA servers are ideal for virtualisation, databases, private cloud and core business workloads that require strong compute performance, scalable memory and flexible storage in a compact 4U footprint.
Can I standardise on a single R940XA reference configuration?
Absolutely. Design a standard specification and repeat that build across multiple Dell EMC PowerEdge R940XA 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. Visit our Dell EMC build to order online store to explore available options.
Why choose ServerSource for your Dell EMC PowerEdge R940XA?
We validate every component choice for compatibility and real-world balance so that your custom R940XA 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.