Virtualisation and Cloud Platforms
High memory capacity and flexible storage options make the R770 ideal for hypervisors such as VMware, Hyper V and Proxmox.
The Dell PowerEdge R770 is a versatile 2U dual socket rack server powered by Intel Xeon 6 processors. With 32 DDR5 RDIMM slots, PCIe Gen 5 expansion, and flexible front and rear storage options supporting SAS, SATA, NVMe and EDSFF drives, the R770 delivers outstanding dual socket performance with the expandability of a 2U chassis for virtualisation, cloud native platforms, scale out databases, AI inferencing and mixed enterprise workloads.
At ServerSource, a Dell Technologies Authorised Partner with over 30 years of experience, you can configure the R770 to your exact specification. Select the processors, memory, storage, RAID and networking options that match your workload. We offer free UK delivery and duty free shipping across Europe, with 3 to 5 year warranty options on every server.
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R770 is optimised for a wide range of enterprise workloads and applications:
High memory capacity and flexible storage options make the R770 ideal for hypervisors such as VMware, Hyper V and Proxmox.
High IOPS storage options and large memory support ensure strong performance for relational databases, analytics and transactional systems.
With high core count CPUs and NVMe storage support, the R770 performs well for compute intensive analytics and scientific workloads.
Suitable for running ERP, CRM, web services, microservices and file or storage functions with consistent performance.
The R770 is ideal for scaling compute capacity across racks and large multi node environments.
These example configurations demonstrate the flexibility of the R770 platform across different use cases:
| Use Case | CPU & Memory | Storage / I/O | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| R770 Virtualisation Host | 2× Intel Xeon 6 E-core (144C each), 256 GB DDR5 (16× 16 GB RDIMM, 6400 MT/s) | 2× 960 GB NVMe SSD RAID 1 (OS) + 8× 1.92 TB NVMe SSD (VM datastore) | High core density dual socket 2U for VMware vSphere, Hyper-V and Proxmox VM clusters with room for GPU or NIC expansion |
| R770 Database & Analytics | 2× Intel Xeon 6 P-core (48C each), 512 GB DDR5 (16× 32 GB RDIMM, 6400 MT/s) | 2× 480 GB SATA SSD RAID 1 (OS) + 8× 3.84 TB NVMe SSD RAID 5 (data) | Low latency NVMe with high performance cores for SQL Server, PostgreSQL, real-time analytics and data warehousing |
| R770 AI Inference & Mixed Compute | 2× Intel Xeon 6 P-core (36C each), 256 GB DDR5 (16× 16 GB RDIMM, 6400 MT/s) | 2× 960 GB NVMe SSD RAID 1 (OS) + 4× 3.84 TB NVMe (cache) + up to 2× GPU via PCIe Gen5 | 2U expandability for AI inferencing, model serving, mixed enterprise and GPU accelerated workloads |
| R770 Enterprise & Storage | 2× Intel Xeon 6 E-core (96C each), 192 GB DDR5 (12× 16 GB RDIMM, 6400 MT/s) | 2× 480 GB SATA SSD RAID 1 (OS) + 16× 2.4 TB 10K SAS HDD RAID 6 (data) | Balanced 2U platform for ERP, file services, mixed workloads and tiered storage deployments |
(Configurations vary based on chassis selection and component availability.)
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View Full Shipping Info →Detailed technical specifications for the Dell PowerEdge R770 2U rack server with Intel Xeon 6 processors (17th Generation).
| CPU Tier | Model | Cores/Threads | Base Frequency | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-core Variant | Intel Xeon 6 E-core processors | High core count | Varies by model | Cloud-native platforms, data services. Memory capacity depends on CPU and DIMM selection |
| P-core Variant | Intel Xeon 6 P-core | High core count | Varies by model | Virtualisation, scale out databases, all flash SDS. Memory capacity depends on CPU and DIMM selection |
| Component | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Storage Options | Flexible Configurations | EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe direct attach, plus flexible 2.5 inch NVMe, SAS or SATA configurations, depending on chassis and backplane |
| RAID Controllers | PERC H365i, PERC H965i | H365i: SAS/SATA RAID. H965i: Advanced RAID with cache. Plus external HBAs available |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe Gen5 | Built on PCIe Gen5 with multiple riser and network options available, supporting high speed NICs, storage controllers and accelerators depending on configuration |
| Drive Bays | Front Access | EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe direct attach, plus flexible 2.5 inch NVMe, SAS or SATA configurations, depending on chassis and backplane |
| Specification | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Power Supply Units | Hot Plug Redundant Options | Hot plug redundant PSU options across multiple wattages (Platinum or Titanium efficiency), configuration dependent |
| 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 | Efficient air cooling system for reliable operation |
Common questions about buying, configuring, pricing, warranty, and delivery for Dell PowerEdge R770 servers.
Yes. Our online configurator covers a wide range of Dell PowerEdge R770 options including CPUs, memory, hard drives, SSDs, RAID controllers, NICs and operating systems. Submit your configuration for a personalised quote with competitive pricing.
PowerEdge R770 servers are ideal for cloud scale web and app microservices, data services, virtualisation, and scale out database workloads. The high core count Intel Xeon 6 processor architecture provides exceptional performance per watt, maximising rack density while minimising energy consumption.
Absolutely. Design a standard specification and repeat that build across multiple Dell PowerEdge R770 servers. This simplifies lifecycle management, capacity planning and spares holdings, making fleet management more efficient and cost effective.
Yes. ServerSource can configure a wide range of Dell PowerEdge rack and tower servers including R470, R570, R670, R770, R660, R660XS, R760, R760XA, R760XD2, R760XS, R860, R960, R6715, R6725, R7715, R7725XD, T160, T360, T560 and more. Visit our Dell EMC build to order online store to explore other models and generations.
We validate every component choice for compatibility and real world balance so that your custom R770 configuration is ready for production use. All servers come with genuine Dell EMC hardware, full warranty, and expert pre sales and after sales support.
Every R770 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.
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.
R770 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.
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