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Dell PowerEdge R540 5118/8G/600G SAS 10K/2*1GE/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-8 Server Overview

Dell PowerEdge R540 5118/8G/600G SAS 10K/2*1GE/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-8 Server is a versatile rackmount server designed for modern data centers. It supports Intel Xeon Scalable processors installed in LGA 4189 sockets with a dual-processor (2P) configuration option, making it well suited for workloads that require reliable performance in virtualization, file serving, and application hosting environments.

Engineered with ECC DDR4 memory and up to 16 DIMM slots enabling a maximum capacity of 512 GB, the server offers two PCIe 3.0 expansion slots for additional I/O flexibility. It comes equipped with eight 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS drive bays and integrated H330 RAID support (RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10). The unit provides two 1GbE network interfaces, a single 500W power supply, active cooling, and integrated iDRAC remote management. It supports a range of operating systems including Windows Server, VMware ESXi, and various Linux distributions, making it an ideal solution for data centers, virtualization environments, file servers, and application servers.

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Dell PowerEdge R540 5118/8G/600G SAS 10K/2*1GE/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-8 Server Specifications

Product Type
Server
Brand
Dell
Form Factor
Rackmount
Rack Units
2U
Processor Brand
Intel
Processor Series
Intel Xeon Scalable
Processor Generation
Xeon 3rd Gen
Use Case
Virtualization / File Server / Application Server
CPU Socket
LGA 4189
Scalability
2P
Max Cores per CPU
16
Max Threads per CPU
32
RAM Type
ECC DDR4
RAM Slots
16
Max RAM Capacity
512 GB
Storage Type
SAS HDD
Storage Bays
8
Drive Bay Size
3.5-inch
Hot-Swap Support
Yes
RAID Support
RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10
PCIe Slots
2
PCIe Version
PCIe 3.0
Network Interface
1GbE
LAN Ports
2
Remote Management
iDRAC
Power Supply
Single
Power Supply Wattage
500W
Cooling
Active
Operating System
Windows Server
Virtualization Ready
Yes
GPU Support
No
Rail Kit Included
Yes
Product Name
Dell PowerEdge R540 5118/8G/600G SAS 10K/2*1GE/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-8 Server
Height
3.5 inches
Width
19 inches
Depth
27 inches
Weight
38 lbs

Dell PowerEdge R540 5118/8G/600G SAS 10K/2*1GE/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-8 Server Use Case

SMB Virtualization and Application Consolidation with Dell PowerEdge R540

Utilize the Dell PowerEdge R540 Server—featuring an Intel Xeon Silver 5118 processor, 8 GB memory, 600 GB SAS 10K HDD and PERC H330 RAID—in a 2U chassis to host multiple Windows and Linux virtual machines on VMware ESXi or Microsoft Hyper-V. Benefit: significantly reduce rack space by 50%, streamline IT operations with integrated Dell iDRAC management, and deliver scalable performance for growing small to medium businesses.

High-Performance Database Server for Retail and Finance

Deploy the Dell PowerEdge R540 with 600 GB SAS 10K storage, PERC H330 RAID controller and dual 1 GbE ports to run SQL Server or Oracle in retail and financial environments. Benefit: achieve sub-millisecond transaction response times, ensure 99.99% application uptime, and protect data integrity under peak load with enterprise-grade RAID and hot-swappable 3.5

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Product Comparison Table

Dell PowerEdge R540 Server, 2U Chassis, 5118 Processor, 8G*1 Memory, 600G SAS 10K*1, 2*1GE, H330, DVD, 495W*1 Power Supply, 3.5inch Hard Drive-8Dell PowerEdge R540 5118/8G/600G SAS 10K/2*1GE/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-8 ServerDell PowerEdge R540 Server, 2U Chassis, 5118 Processor, 8G*1 Memory, 600G SAS 10K*1, H330, DVD, 495W*1 Power Supply, 3.5inch Power Supply-12Dell PowerEdge R540 5118/8G/600G SAS 10K/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-12 ServerDell PowerEdge R540 Server, 2U Chassis, 5115 Processor, 8G*1 Memory, 600G SAS 10K*1, H330, DVD, 495W*1 Power Supply, 3.5inch Power Supply-12Dell PowerEdge R540 5115/8G/600G SAS 10K/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-12 ServerDell PowerEdge R540 Server, 2U Chassis, 4114 Processor, 8G*1 Memory, 600G SAS 10K*1, H330, DVD, 495W*1 Power Supply, 3.5inch Power Supply-12Dell PowerEdge R540 4114/8G/600G SAS 10K/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-12 ServerDell PowerEdge R540 Server, 2U Chassis, 3104 Processor, 8G*1 Memory, 600G SAS 10K*1, 2*1GE, H330, DVD, 495W*1 Power Supply, 3.5inch Hard Drive-8Dell PowerEdge R540 3104/8G/600G SAS 10K/2*1GE/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-8 Server
CoolingActiveActiveActiveActiveActive
Depth27 inches28 in28 inches27.01 inches28.7 inches
Drive Bay Size3.5-inch3.5-inch3.5-inch3.5-inch3.5-inch
Form FactorRackmountRackmountRackmountRackmountRackmount
GPU SupportNoNoNoNoNo
Height3.5 inches1.7 in3.5 inches3.44 inches3.45 inches
Hot-Swap SupportYesYesYesYesYes
LAN Ports22222
Max Cores per CPU16128816
Max RAM Capacity512 GB512 GB512 GB512 GB512 GB
Max Threads per CPU3224161632
Network Interface1GbE1GbE1GbE1GbE1GbE
Operating SystemWindows ServerWindows ServerWindows ServerNo OSWindows Server / VMware ESXi / RHEL
PCIe Slots22333
PCIe VersionPCIe 3.0PCIe 3.0PCIe 3.0PCIe 3.0PCIe 3.0
Power SupplySingleSingleSingleSingleSingle
Power Supply Wattage500W495W495W495W495W
Processor BrandIntelIntelIntelIntelIntel
Processor SeriesIntel Xeon ScalableIntel Xeon ScalableIntel Xeon ScalableIntel Xeon ScalableIntel Xeon Scalable
Product NameDell PowerEdge R540 5118/8G/600G SAS 10K/2*1GE/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-8 ServerDell PowerEdge R540 5118/8G/600G SAS 10K/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-12 ServerDell PowerEdge R540 5115/8G/600G SAS 10K/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-12 ServerDell PowerEdge R540 4114/8G/600G SAS 10K/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-12 ServerDell PowerEdge R540 3104/8G/600G SAS 10K/2*1GE/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-8 Server
Product TypeServerServerServerServerServer
RAID SupportRAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 10
RAM Slots168161216
RAM TypeECC DDR4ECC DDR4ECC DDR4ECC DDR4ECC DDR4
Rack Units2U1U2U2U2U
Remote ManagementiDRACiDRACiDRACiDRACiDRAC
Scalability2P1P2P1P2P
Storage Bays81212128
Storage TypeSAS HDDSAS HDDSAS HDDSAS HDDSAS HDD
Use CaseVirtualization / File Server / Application ServerVirtualization / File Server / Application ServerVirtualization / File Server / Application ServerVirtualizationVirtualization / File Server / Application Server
Virtualization ReadyYesYesYesYesYes
Weight38 lbs34 lbs50 lbs45 lbs45 lbs
Width19 inches17.3 in19 inches17.32 inches17.32 inches

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Reviews & Ratings

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Daniel Prescott
4

Excellent performance for virtualization workloads. Stable under continuous load and integrates smoothly with our existing Dell infrastructure.

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Aamir Qureshi
5

Reliable 2U server with strong storage flexibility. Setup was straightforward and it has been running flawlessly in production.

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Lucas Bernard
4

Good balance of compute and storage. Ideal for mid-sized enterprise deployments requiring consistency and scalability.

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Markus Vogel
4

Solid build quality and predictable performance. Dell iDRAC management makes daily operations easier.

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Nathaniel Brooks
4

Handles database workloads well with no unexpected downtime. A dependable server choice for business environments.

Questions & Answers

What are the key features of the Dell PowerEdge R540 5118/8G/600G SAS 10K/2*1GE/H330/DVD/495W/3.5-8 Server?

The Dell PowerEdge R540 features an Intel Xeon Silver 5118 CPU, 8 GB DDR4 memory, 600 GB 10K RPM SAS storage, dual 1 GbE ports, a PERC H330 RAID controller, DVD drive, a 495 W power supply, and an 8-bay 3.5″ 2U chassis.

Which processor powers the Dell PowerEdge R540 with SKU 5118/8G/600G SAS?

This model is powered by an Intel Xeon Silver 5118 processor, offering 6 cores at 2.3 GHz and Intel Turbo Boost up to 3.2 GHz for balanced performance.

How much memory does the R540 5118/8G/600G server include and support?

It ships with 8 GB of DDR4 ECC memory and supports up to 1 TB across 16 DIMM slots for future expansion and reliability.

What storage configuration and expansion options are available?

The server includes one 600 GB 10K RPM SAS drive and eight 3.5″ bays, supporting up to 96 TB of SAS, SATA, or NVMe storage when fully populated.

Which RAID levels does the PERC H330 controller support?

The integrated PERC H330 hardware RAID controller supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 for balanced performance and data protection.

What network connectivity does the Dell R540 provide?

It includes two integrated 1 GbE ports, with optional add-on cards for 10 GbE, 25 GbE, or fiber connectivity for higher throughput.

Does the R540 server include remote management features?

Yes, it features Dell iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller for secure, agent-free remote management and automated deployment.

What power supply and efficiency rating does the R540 use?

This configuration includes a single 495 W Platinum-rated power supply, delivering up to 92% efficiency and lower operating costs.

Is the Dell PowerEdge R540 optimized for virtualization?

Yes, it’s validated for VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Red Hat Virtualization, and Nutanix AHV to support diverse virtual workloads.

What operating systems are compatible with the R540 5118/8G/600G SAS server?

It supports Windows Server 2019/2022, various Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu), VMware ESXi, and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server.

What are the physical dimensions and rack requirements?

The server is a 2U rack-mount chassis measuring 482 mm (W) × 707 mm (D) × 88 mm (H) and fits standard 19″ server racks.

How many drive bays does the R540 support and can I mix drive types?

It has eight 3.5″ hot-swap bays that accommodate SAS, SATA, or hybrid NVMe drives for flexible storage configurations.

What security features are built into the PowerEdge R540?

Security features include TPM 2.0, chassis intrusion detection, Secure Boot, and optional silicon-based Root of Trust with iDRAC9.

What warranty and support options are available for this server?

Dell offers a 3-year limited hardware warranty with next-business-day onsite service, plus optional ProSupport for 24×7 coverage.

Can the R540 handle high-density compute workloads?

Yes, with dual Intel Xeon Scalable CPUs, up to 24 cores per CPU, and up to 3 TB memory, it’s ideal for databases, virtualization, and HPC.

What is the noise level and cooling design of the R540?

The R540 employs variable-speed fans and optimized airflow in its 2U design, with typical noise levels around 55 dBA in data-center conditions.