Dell PowerEdge R630 Servers

Performance

The R630 supports up to two Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 or v4 processors, delivering up to 44 cores and 88 threads of computing power in a single rack unit. With clock speeds up to 3.5GHz, support for Hyper-Threading, Turbo Boost, and Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX2), the server is optimized for both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. Designed for applications that demand performance at scale—such as virtualization, enterprise databases, and transaction processing—the R630 delivers consistent responsiveness under pressure. Its robust CPU performance makes it an ideal solution for compute-dense environments and applications requiring high concurrency.

Memory and Scalability

The Dell PowerEdge R630 offers exceptional memory scalability with 24 DDR4 DIMM slots, supporting up to 1.5TB of RAM using LRDIMMs (or up to 768GB with RDIMMs), depending on CPU and configuration. Memory speeds reach up to 2400MT/s, ensuring fast data access for memory-intensive applications. The server also supports ECC memory for enhanced reliability, as well as Dell’s Fault Resilient Memory to safeguard virtualized workloads. This vast memory capacity makes the R630 especially well-suited for virtualization clusters, in-memory databases, and analytics engines.

Storage Flexibility

The R630 provides several versatile storage configurations to suit a range of workloads:

• 10 x 2.5” hot-plug drives (SAS, SATA, SSD, or NVMe),
• 4 x 3.5” drives, or
• 24 x 1.8” SATA SSDs for high-density flash environments.
  

It supports PERC H330, H730, H730P, and H830 RAID controllers, with RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, and includes options for Dell’s BOSS (Boot Optimized Storage Solution) or M.2 boot devices. Whether the use case requires high capacity, high-speed flash, or redundancy-focused RAID, the R630 provides adaptable storage options for a variety of scenarios—ranging from transactional databases to virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI).

I/O and Expandability

Despite its 1U form factor, the R630 includes up to 3 PCIe Gen 3.0 slots, supporting additional NICs, HBAs, or GPUs. It includes dual embedded 1GbE NICs and supports options for 10GbE and 40GbE NICs, as well as Fibre Channel cards for SAN connectivity. The system offers USB 3.0, VGA, serial, and dedicated iDRAC ports, ensuring a rich set of connectivity options for remote management and data center integration. This flexibility enables the R630 to adapt to a broad range of specialized workloads while maintaining a compact profile.

Virtualization and Use Cases

With its high core density, large memory capacity, and enterprise-grade storage options, the R630 excels in virtualization, cloud infrastructure, database hosting, and middleware applications. It is certified for major hypervisors including VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Citrix XenServer, and is frequently used in virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) deployments due to its balance of compute and memory performance. In environments requiring compute-dense platforms—such as data analytics, high-frequency trading, or AI inference workloads—the R630 delivers speed and scalability without taking up extra rack space.

Management and Automation

The R630 features iDRAC8 with Lifecycle Controller, Dell’s advanced out-of-band management solution offering full remote access for monitoring, provisioning, and updating the server. Dell’s OpenManage portfolio integrates with leading platforms such as Microsoft System Center, VMware vCenter, and BMC, simplifying IT administration and enabling full lifecycle automation. Through APIs like Redfish and WSMan, administrators can deploy the R630 at scale while ensuring compliance with enterprise governance. These tools reduce overhead and improve operational efficiency in both single-server and clustered environments.

Energy Efficiency

Equipped with redundant, hot-swappable 495W, 750W, or 1100W 80 PLUS Platinum power supplies, the R630 is engineered for energy efficiency without sacrificing performance. Advanced thermal management algorithms and multi-zone temperature control minimize power usage during light workloads and prevent hotspots. Power monitoring and capping features help data centers maintain budget targets while optimizing rack density. Its energy-efficient design ensures the R630 contributes to a lower total cost of ownership (TCO) over its lifecycle.

Reliability and Availability

The R630 includes enterprise-class features designed for high availability:

• Hot-swappable drives and power supplies,
• ECC and Fault Resilient Memory,
• Redundant SD cards for for hypervisor failover,
• Proactive diagnostics and auto-notification features via iDRAC.
  

Together, these ensure minimal downtime and fast recovery during component failures. Businesses relying on 24/7 operations or mission-critical applications can count on the R630’s fault tolerance and predictive health monitoring.

Key Features at a Glance:

• Compute Power: Dual Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 CPUs, up to 44 cores
• Memory Capacity: Up to 1.5TB DDR4 ECC memory across 24 DIMMs
• Storage Options: Up to 10 x 2.5” or 4 x 3.5” drives; NVMe and M.2 support
• I/O Expandability: 3 PCIe 3.0 slots, 10GbE/40GbE NICs, and GPU options
• Virtualization Support: Ideal for VMware, Hyper-V, Citrix XenServer, and KVM
• iDRAC8, OpenManage Essentials, Redfish API integration
• 80 PLUS Platinum PSUs, dynamic thermal management
• Hot-swappable components, ECC memory, and predictive diagnostics
  

Business Value

The Dell PowerEdge R630 combines the power of a dual-processor platform with the efficiency of a 1U design, making it a compelling choice for businesses scaling their infrastructure or optimizing rack space. Its rich configuration flexibility, enterprise-class reliability, and robust virtualization capabilities allow it to adapt seamlessly to a variety of workloads—from critical databases to large-scale VDI. With intelligent automation and remote management, IT teams can reduce operational overhead while maintaining uptime and performance. Whether deployed in traditional data centers or modern hybrid-cloud architectures, the R630 delivers exceptional value, efficiency, and performance.

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