Collection: Dell PowerEdge C6420 RAM Memory Upgrades

Cloud Ninjas' Dell PowerEdge C6420 Memory Upgrade Tips

• There are a total of 16 DIMM slots on the Dell PowerEdge C6420 server.
• Sizes supported: 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB ECC Registered (RDIMM) and 32GB or 64GB Load Reducing (LRDIMM).
• DO NOT MIX DIFFERENT MEMORY TYPES.
• The Dell PowerEdge C6420 maxes out at 512GB of ECC Registered memory (16 x 32GB).
• The absolute top of the line RAM would be via load reducing memory. The Dell PowerEdge C6420 could get all the way up to 2 TB using 16x128GB memory.
• Think Long Term! Purchase the maximum amount that your Dell PowerEdge C6420 can hold and avoid wasting time and money on modules you won't be able to use if you upgrade again.
  

Cloud Ninjas' Dell PowerEdge C6420 Questions & Answers

1. What sizes can you use for the Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server?
   The Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server can be upgraded using 4, 8, 16, 32, 64 and 128 GB DIMM. Get your kit at https://cloudninjas.com/.
   
   
2. What speeds are supported by the Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server?
   The Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server can support memory modules at speeds of 1866, 2133, 2400, 2666 and 2933 MT/s.
   
   
3. What types of RAM are accepted by the Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server?
   The Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server supports RDIMM and LRDIMM.
   
   
4. What is ECC Registered Memory?
   The Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server supports registered memory with ECC. ECC memory detects and corrects memory errors within the server environment. Registered (also called buffered) memory modules register between DRAM modules and the system's memory controller. ECC Registered Memory transfers less electrical load to your memory controller which makes it more stable and reliable.
   
   
5. What is Unbuffered Memory?
   The Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server does not support unbuffered memory with ECC. Unbuffered memory is memory that has no register between your DRAM and your system’s memory controller.
   
   
6. What is Load Reduced Memory?
   The Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server does support load reduced DIMM (LRDIMM). Load reduced DIMM is designed with a buffer chip (or chips) to replace the register to help minimize loading, the LRDIMM increases server system memory capacity and speed. Hyper-cloud DIMM (HCDIMM or HDIMM) is considered load reduced memory which is 240-pin, 72 bit wide. LRDIMM differs from low capacity, low voltage registered memory modules (LV RDIMM).
   
   
7. Can I mix ECC Reg with ECC unbuffered or Non-ECC memory?
   The Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server does not support the use of both unregistered and registered memory with ECC or the use of non-ECC memory. It is recommended to use identical memory configuration in all channels.
   
   
8. What is max configuration?
   The Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server supports the standard maximum configuration of 512 GB using sixteen 32 GB RDIMM and can be upgraded to 2 TB using sixteen 128 GB LRDIMM. Get your kit at https://cloudninjas.com/.
   
   
9. How many memory channels per CPU?
   The Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server has 4 memory channels which are split into 2 sets of 8 sockets, per processor.
   
   
10. How do I identify the start of the memory channel?
    The Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server, requires memory to be installed into the first white socket and then the first black socket. Consult your Dell PowerEdge C6420 Server hardware manual for a diagram of memory channel.
    
    
11. Where can I order memory for my server?
    Order your memory at https://cloudninjas.com/ by finding and selecting the memory package that is right for you.
    
    
12. How soon will my RAM arrive?
    Orders placed before 8 am are set for same day processing and shipping. Delivery times vary based on carrier and location.
    
    
13. What is the warranty on memory for the server?
    Cloud Ninjas offers a one-year warranty on fully tested, refurbished memory.
    
    
14. Is this RAM Dell labeled or Dell branded?
No. The memory shipped from Cloud Ninjas is compatible with your Dell system. However, it will not have a Dell sticker. We ship major brands such as Samsung, Hynix and Micron.