{"title":"PowerEdge MX740C","description":"\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border: 2px solid navy; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 100%; vertical-align: top; border: 2px solid navy;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: navy;\"\u003eMARKET UPDATE: Important Notice on DDR4 Server Memory Availability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 20px; margin-bottom: 16px; float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/8634\/0351\/files\/Memory_Update_-_SaveMyServer.png?v=1761933889\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe global supply of DDR4 Server Memory is currently experiencing an extreme shortage, and prices have more than doubled over the past 90 days. Fortunately, thanks to our strong relationships with trusted suppliers, \u003cstrong\u003eSaveMyServer continues to maintain reliable inventory\u003c\/strong\u003e while many others are out of stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile we have had to adjust our prices and lead times to match the rapidly changing market, our priority remains ensuring that our customers can still get the memory they need without long delays or uncertainty.We update all pricing weekly to keep it as accurate as possible, but please note that \u003cstrong\u003eall memory and server quotes are valid for 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e due to ongoing market volatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a project or need a substantial amount of memory in a server build, please contact us. We are happy to review your configuration and help you get the best available options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for your understanding and continued trust in SaveMyServer, your reliable source for new and refurbished servers and components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dell PowerEdge MX740C is a high-density, 2U compute sled designed to deliver outstanding performance, flexibility, and scalability for organizations requiring cutting-edge infrastructure in a modular environment. Part of the Dell EMC PowerEdge MX series, the MX740C provides an ideal solution for businesses, data centers, and cloud environments looking to optimize resource utilization while maintaining efficient, high-performance compute capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dell PowerEdge MX740C is powered by the latest Intel Xeon Scalable processors, offering up to 28 cores per processor, enabling businesses to handle a variety of demanding workloads with ease. These processors support advanced features like Intel Turbo Boost and Hyper-Threading, providing exceptional performance for both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications. The MX740C also supports Intel Optane DC persistent memory and high-bandwidth memory options, making it ideal for memory-intensive applications such as big data analytics, virtualization, and AI\/ML processing. With a base clock speed of up to 3.8 GHz, the MX740C delivers responsive performance across both critical enterprise applications and high-performance computing tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMemory and Scalability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MX740C supports up to 3TB of DDR4 memory, offering massive memory capacity for workloads that require large datasets or high-speed processing. With 24 DIMM slots, the MX740C allows businesses to scale memory according to their needs, making it an excellent choice for workloads like virtualization, databases, and scientific applications. The MX740C also supports Dell EMC’s Persistent Memory technology, which provides additional performance improvements for applications that require ultra-low latency. This flexibility ensures that organizations can optimize the server for their specific needs and scale it as workloads grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Flexibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dell PowerEdge MX740C offers flexible storage options to support a wide variety of data workloads. It can be configured with up to 8 x 2.5” or 4 x 3.5” drives, and is compatible with both SATA, SAS, and NVMe SSDs, providing the right mix of performance, capacity, and cost-efficiency. The MX740C supports hardware RAID configurations (RAID 0, 1, 5, 10) for data redundancy and performance optimization, ensuring that data is protected. NVMe SSDs are ideal for workloads requiring high throughput and low latency, such as databases or high-performance computing (HPC), while SATA and SAS SSDs provide reliable storage options for general-purpose tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI\/O and Expandability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MX740C offers extensive I\/O and expansion options to meet the growing needs of modern IT environments. With support for up to 3 PCIe Gen 3.0 slots, users can add network adapters, storage controllers, or GPU cards to enhance the server’s capabilities. The addition of GPUs makes the MX740C an excellent choice for AI, machine learning, or deep learning workloads. The modular design of the MX740C ensures that additional I\/O components can be added or upgraded without downtime, providing businesses with the flexibility to adapt to future demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVirtualization and Cloud Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dell PowerEdge MX740C is optimized for virtualized and cloud environments, offering support for leading hypervisor platforms such as VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, and KVM. With its high core count, large memory capacity, and flexible storage options, the MX740C can efficiently run multiple virtual machines (VMs) on a single physical server, helping businesses consolidate workloads and maximize resource utilization. This makes the MX740C an excellent choice for businesses looking to optimize their infrastructure for cloud applications, private clouds, and virtual desktop infrastructures (VDI).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManagement and Automation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MX740C integrates seamlessly with Dell EMC’s OpenManage management suite, which provides IT administrators with powerful tools for system monitoring, configuration, and maintenance. The server also supports Dell's integrated iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller, offering advanced remote management features such as firmware updates, diagnostics, and system health monitoring. This allows administrators to manage, troubleshoot, and maintain the MX740C remotely, streamlining operations and reducing the need for physical intervention. Dell’s automation capabilities ensure that routine maintenance tasks can be handled without disruption, making the MX740C an efficient solution for IT operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dell PowerEdge MX740C is designed with energy efficiency in mind, making it a cost-effective choice for businesses looking to minimize their operational costs. It incorporates intelligent power management features, including dynamic power allocation, which adjusts the power consumption of the system based on workload demands. This helps businesses reduce power usage without compromising performance. The MX740C’s low-wattage power supplies and energy-efficient design also contribute to lowering the overall total cost of ownership (TCO), making it an attractive choice for companies seeking to improve their environmental footprint while reducing operational expenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReliability and Availability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dell PowerEdge MX740C is built for high availability, ensuring that businesses can maintain uptime and reduce the risk of system downtime. The server offers redundant power supplies, hot-swappable components, and support for RAID configurations, enabling businesses to recover quickly from hardware failures. Additionally, the MX740C includes predictive failure analysis through iDRAC9, allowing administrators to receive alerts about potential issues before they impact performance, further enhancing the server’s reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features at a Glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompute Power\u003c\/strong\u003e: Intel Xeon Scalable processors with up to 28 cores for high-performance, multi-threaded applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMemory Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Supports up to 3TB of DDR4 memory with 24 DIMM slots, optimized for memory-intensive workloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Options\u003c\/strong\u003e: Configurable with up to 8 x 2.5” or 4 x 3.5” drives, supporting SATA, SAS, and NVMe SSDs for flexibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eI\/O Expandability\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 PCIe Gen 3.0 slots for network cards, storage controllers, or GPU expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVirtualization Support\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, and KVM platforms for consolidated workloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e: iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller and Dell OpenManage for centralized remote management and automation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dynamic power allocation and energy-efficient design for reduced power consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliability\u003c\/strong\u003e: Redundant power supplies, hot-swappable components, and predictive failure analysis for high availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBusiness Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dell PowerEdge MX740C is a powerful, scalable compute sled that delivers exceptional performance for modern enterprise workloads. Its high core count, large memory capacity, and flexible storage options make it an ideal solution for cloud computing, virtualization, AI\/ML, big data analytics, and more. The modular design allows businesses to expand their infrastructure as needed, ensuring that the MX740C can meet evolving IT demands. With its energy-efficient design and comprehensive management tools, the MX740C provides businesses with a reliable, cost-effective, and future-ready platform for their most demanding applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/savemyserver.com\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"107\" data-start=\"89\"\u003eSave My Server\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, we proudly serve businesses and IT professionals in \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/2905+Shawnee+Industrial+Way,+Suwanee,+GA+30024\/@34.0205029,-84.0634162,1962m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x88f597d27a655d4d:0x2d18244c703d422d!8m2!3d34.0207621!4d-84.06229!16s%2Fg%2F11bw43h64s?entry=ttu\u0026amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDgxMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSuwanee, GA\u003c\/a\u003e, the Atlanta metro area, and across the United States. 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Built on dual-socket 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable (Cascade Lake), the MX740C delivers the same 14th gen compute capabilities as the R640 and R740 rack servers in a modular sled form factor designed for the MX7000's disaggregated fabric architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical prerequisite:\u003c\/strong\u003e The MX740C requires a Dell EMC PowerEdge MX7000 chassis. It cannot function as a standalone server. If you don't have an MX7000 chassis, the MX740C cannot be deployed. Contact us to quote the MX7000 chassis alongside compute sleds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMX7000 vs. M1000e — the architectural difference:\u003c\/strong\u003e The MX7000 is not simply an updated M1000e. It represents a fundamentally different design philosophy: disaggregated fabric where network fabric, storage fabric, and compute sleds are independently configured and scaled. The MX7000 supports Software-Defined Networking (SmartFabric) and enables flexible NVMe, SAN, and Ethernet connectivity without the I\/O module constraints of the M1000e. For organizations building new modular infrastructure, the MX7000 platform is the current Dell recommendation over M1000e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProcessors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSingle or dual 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable (Cascade Lake) — same processor family as R640\/R740. Up to 28 cores per CPU, up to 56 cores \/ 112 threads dual-socket. iDRAC9 with Silicon Root of Trust. TPM 2.0 supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMemory\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e24 DDR4 DIMM slots — 12 per CPU, six channels per socket. Maximum 3 TB with LRDIMMs. DDR4 at up to 2933 MT\/s on Cascade Lake. Same memory architecture as the R640 rack server.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLocal Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e6-Bay 2.5\" SAS\/SATA hot-swap bays. More local storage than the M640 blade's 2 bays — one of the MX740C's advantages over the M-series blades for workloads requiring some local SSD storage alongside SAN-attached primary storage. PERC H740P available for production RAID. BOSS module for OS boot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFabric Connectivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MX740C connects to the MX7000 chassis fabric via two fabric A and two fabric B ports, providing redundant connectivity to MX7000's SmartFabric switches or pass-through modules. 25 GbE Ethernet, 100 GbE Ethernet, and FC fabric options are available through the MX7000 chassis — without the I\/O module slot constraints of the M1000e. Confirm MX7000 chassis and fabric switch population at quote time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Assessment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MX740C is the right sled for organizations deploying Dell MX7000 modular infrastructure — the current-generation alternative to M1000e blades. For organizations with existing MX7000 chassis, the MX740C provides 14th gen Xeon Scalable compute with iDRAC9, BOSS module, and 6-bay local storage. For organizations without an MX7000 chassis, evaluate whether the MX7000 modular platform or rack servers (R640, R440) better fit the deployment scale and budget before committing to modular infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNavigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e M1000e blades → \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dell-poweredge-m640-blade-server-build-your-own\"\u003eM640 Blade\u003c\/a\u003e. Rack alternative → \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dell-poweredge-r640-8-bay-build-your-own\"\u003eR640 8-Bay\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eReady to Configure?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMX740C configurations require MX7000 chassis and fabric switch compatibility planning. Contact our account team with your chassis details, fabric switch configuration, workload type, and sled count. 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