Collection: Dell C2100 Memory Upgrades

Dell PowerEdge C2100 Memory Configuration

The C2100 is a Dual Processor system with 9 DIMM slots per CPU. There are three memory channels per CPU. Each memory channel manages three DIMM slots. This means the C2100 will only support two Quad Rank DIMMs per channel. Along with standard RDIMMs, the C2100 also supports options for low voltage. Different speeds can be mixed but the modules will function at the slowest speed installed.

Cloud Ninjas' Dell C2100 Memory Upgrade Tips

• There are a total of 18 DIMM slots in the Dell PowerEdge C2100 utilizing DDR3 memory technology.
• Each system contains 2 CPUs running 9 DIMMs per processor. Each processor has three memory channels, which equates to three modules per memory channel.
• The PowerEdge C2100 will support 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB and 16GB DDR3 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs).
• This Dell Server will support up to 144GB of Single-rank or dual-rank RDIMMs. It will also support up to 96GB quad-rank RDIMMs (two DIMMs per channel)
• Unbuffered Memory not supported by the Dell C2100 Server.
• When buying memory, it is best to purchase matching memory modules. Identical P/Ns will help keep your system running smootly.
• Speed options for the PowerEdge C2100 include 1066MHz or 1333MHz.
• Think Long Term! Purchase the maximum amount that your PowerEdge C2100 can hold and avoid wasting time and money on modules you won't be able to use if you upgrade again.
• To properly configure your system, install a minimum of three memory modules first.