Dell PowerEdge R540 Server
SKU: Dell-R540-8B-LFF
Cloud Ninjas' Dell PowerEdge R540 Specifications
Chassis
The Dell PowerEdge R540 server is a flexible and capable system that is great for businesses of all sizes. This 2U rackmount server has two chassis options to choose from: 8 Bay LFF and 12 Bay LFF. The PowerEdge R540 does not have a 2.5" option. There are also a handful of rear configurations to choose from.
8 Bay LFF
The 8 Bay LFF chassis for the PowerEdge R540 has support for up to eight 3.5" hot-swap SAS/SATA hard drives. 2.5" HDDs or SSDs can be installed via a 2.5" to 3.5" drive converter.
12 Bay LFF
The R540's 12 Bay LFF chassis option can accept up to twelve 3.5" hot-swap SAS/SATA hard drives. Just like the 8 Bay LFF chassis, 2.5" HDDs or SSDs can be used via a 2.5" to 3.5" drive adapter.
Rear Configurations
There are three different rear configurations for the PowerEdge R540. The first configuration has two low-profile PCIe slots, and two 3.5" rear drive bays. The second configuration has one full-height PCIe slot and two 3.5" rear drive bays. The final rear configuration has one full height and four low-profile PCIe slots with no rear drive bays. Each chassis has a System ID button, CMA power port, two Type A USB 3.0 ports, a dedicated iDRAC port, two 1GbE RJ45 LAN ports, LOM riser slot, and two hot-swap power supply bays.
Processing Power
The Dell PowerEdge R540 server has two LGA-3647 CPU sockets inside that supports 1st Generation or 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors. A max of 20 cores per processor are supported.
1st Generation Intel Xeon Scalable
CPU | Step Code | Cores | Frequency |
---|---|---|---|
Bronze 3104 | SR3GM | 6 | 1.7GHz |
Bronze 3106 | SR3GL | 8 | 1.7GHz |
Silver 4106H | SR44Y | 8 | 1.8GHz |
Silver 4108 | SR3GJ | 8 | 1.8GHz |
Silver 4109T | SR3GP | 8 | 2.0 GHz |
Silver 4110 | SR3GH | 8 | 2.1GHz |
Silver 4112 | SR3GN | 4 | 2.6GHz |
Silver 4114 | SR3GK | 10 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4114T | SR3MM | 10 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4116 | SR3HQ | 12 | 2.1GHz |
Silver 4116T | SR3MQ | 12 | 2.1GHz |
Silver 4123 | SR3VW | 8 | 3.0GHz |
Gold 5115 | SR3GB | 10 | 2.4GHz |
Gold 5117 | SR37S | 14 | 2.0GHz |
Gold 5117F | SR3KM | 14 | 2.0GHz |
Gold 5118 | SR3GF | 12 | 2.4GHz |
Gold 5119T | SR3MN | 14 | 1.9GHz |
Gold 5120 | SR3GD | 14 | 2.2GHz |
Gold 5120T | SR3GC | 14 | 2.2GHz |
Gold 5122 | SR3AT | 4 | 3.6GHz |
Gold 6122 | SRCKF | 20 | 1.8GHz |
Gold 6126 | SR3B3 | 12 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6126F | SR3KE | 12 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6126T | SR3J9 | 12 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6128 | SR3J4 | 6 | 3.4GHz |
Gold 6130 | SR3B9 | 16 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6130F | SR3KD | 16 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6130T | SR3J8 | 16 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6132 | SR3J3 | 14 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6133 | SR3M1 | 20 | 2.5GHz |
Gold 6134 | SR3AR | 8 | 3.2GHz |
Gold 6136 | SR3B2 | 12 | 3.0GHz |
Gold 6138 | SR3B5 | 20 | 2.0GHz |
Gold 6138F | SR3KK | 20 | 2GHz |
Gold 6138P | SRCUG | 20 | 2.0GHz |
Gold 6138T | SR3J7 | 20 | 2.0GHz |
Gold 6140 | SR3AX | 18 | 2.3GHz |
Gold 6142 | SR3AY | 16 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6142F | SR3KH | 16 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6144 | SR3MB | 8 | 3.5GHz |
Gold 6146 | SR3MA | 12 | 3.2GHz |
Gold 6148 | SR3B6 | 20 | 2.4GHz |
Gold 6148F | SR3KJ | 20 | 2.4GHz |
Gold 6150 | SR37K | 18 | 2.7GHz |
Gold 6154 | SR3J5 | 18 | 3.0GHz |
Platinum 8153 | SR3BA | 16 | 2.0GHz |
Platinum 8156 | SR3AV | 4 | 3.6GHz |
Platinum 8158 | SR3B7 | 12 | 3.0GHz |
2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable
CPU | Step Code | Cores | Frequency |
---|---|---|---|
Bronze 3204 | SRFBP | 6 | 1.9GHz |
Bronze 3206R | SRG25 | 8 | 1.9GHz |
Silver 4208 | SRFBM | 8 | 2.1GHz |
Silver 4209T | SRFBQ | 8 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4210 | SRFBL | 10 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4210R | SRG24 | 10 | 2.4GHz |
Silver 4210T | SRGYH | 10 | 2.3GHz |
Silver 4214 | SRFB9 | 12 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4214R | SRG1W | 12 | 2.4GHz |
Silver 4214Y | SRFDG | 12 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4215 | SRFBA | 8 | 2.5GHz |
Silver 4215R | SRGZE | 8 | 3.2GHz |
Silver 4216 | SRFBB | 16 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 5215 | SRFBC | 10 | 2.5GHz |
Gold 5215L | SRFBE | 10 | 2.5GHz |
Gold 5217 | SRFBF | 8 | 3.0GHz |
Gold 5218 | SRF8T | 16 | 2.3GHz |
Gold 5218B | SRFDJ | 16 | 2.3GHz |
Gold 5218N | SRFD9 | 16 | 2.3GHz |
Gold 5218R | SRGZ7 | 20 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 5218T | SRFPM | 16 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 5220 | SRFBJ | 18 | 2.2GHz |
Gold 5220S | SRFPT | 18 | 2.7GHz |
Gold 5220T | SRFPK | 18 | 1.9GHz |
Gold 5222 | SRF8V | 4 | 3.8GHz |
Gold 6208U | SRGZD | 16 | 2.9GHz |
Gold 6209U | SRFQ3 | 20 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6210U | SRF9B | 20 | 2.5GHz |
Gold 6222V | SRFQ5 | 20 | 1.8GHz |
Gold 6226 | SRFPP | 12 | 2.7GHz |
Gold 6226R | SRGZC | 16 | 2.9GHz |
Gold 6230 | SRF8W | 20 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6230N | SRFPR | 20 | 2.3GHz |
Gold 6230T | SRFPS | 20 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6234 | SRFPN | 8 | 3.3GHz |
Gold 6240 | SRF8X | 18 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6240L | SRFQ0 | 18 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6240Y | SRF9D | 18 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6242 | SRF8Y | 16 | 2.8GHz |
Gold 6242R | SRGZJ | 20 | 3.1GHz |
Gold 6244 | SRF8Z | 8 | 3.6GHz |
Gold 6246 | SRFPJ | 12 | 3.3GHz |
Gold 6246R | SRGZL | 16 | 3.4GHz |
Gold 6248 | SRF90 | 20 | 2.5GHz |
Gold 6250 | SRGTR | 8 | 3.9GHz |
Gold 6250L | SRH5D | 8 | 3.9GHz |
Gold 6254 | SRF92 | 18 | 3.1GHz |
Gold 6256 | SRGTQ | 12 | 3.6GHz |
Platinum 8253 | SRF93 | 16 | 2.2GHz |
Platinum 8256 | SRF94 | 4 | 3.8GHz |
Memory
DIMM Slots & Channels
The Dell PowerEdge R540 has a total of 16 DIMM slots with a total of six memory channels. Each memory channel consist of two DIMM slots.
Memory Types & Module Capacities
The R540 accepts DDR4 memory. ECC Registered (RDIMMs) and Load Reduced (LRDIMMs) are supported by this server, but the two types cannot be mixed. Mixing memory types can lead to boot failure. With load reduced memory, an overall greater capacity can be achieved when compared to ECC registered. Module capacities of 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB can be used. It is important to note that 64GB modules can only be installed as an LRDIMM.
Max Configurations
With load reduced memory, a maximum configuration of 1024GB can be achieved via 16 x 64GB modules. With ECC Registered, 512GB is the max that you can achieve with a configuration of 16 x 32GB modules.
Supported Memory Speeds
The Dell PowerEdge accepts memory speeds of 2133MT/s, 2400MT/s, 2666MT/s, 2933MT/s, and 3200MT/s. Do note, that 2666MT/s is the fastest possible speed for this system, meaning that 2933MT/s and 3200MT/s will clock down. Another factor that affects the max memory speed of the system, is the processor that is installed. For example, if the installed processor supports a max speed of 2400MT/s and a 2666MT/s module is installed, the module will operate at 2400MT/s.
Storage
Supported Drives
Type | Speeds | Max Capacity (Per Drive) 2.5" |
---|---|---|
SAS | 7.2K, 10K, 15K | 2.4TB |
SATA | 7.2K | 2TB |
SSD | 6GB/s, 12GB/s | 7.68TB |
Type | Speeds | Max Capacity (Per Drive) 3.5" |
---|---|---|
SAS | 7.2K | 18TB |
SATA | 7.2K | 16TB |
SSD | 6GB/s, 12GB/s | 3.84TB |
Power Supplies
Power Supplies Overview
The Dell PowerEdge R540 server supports up to two hot-swap power supplies. Hot-swap power supplies can be installed or removed, if one power supply unit remains plugged into the system. Power supply options for the R540 are: 450W AC Cabled, 495W AC, 750W AC, 750W Mixed Mode HVDC (China Only), 750W Mixed Mode (DC input for China Only), 1100W AC, 1100W Mixed Mode HVDC.
RAID Options
RAID Options | RAID Levels | Cache | Drive Speeds | PCIe Generation | RAID Hardware |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
S140 onboard software | 0,1,5,10 | None | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.0 | Software |
HBA330 | Passthrough | None | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.0 | Hardware |
HBA350i | Passthrough | None | 3 Gb/s SAS 6 Gb/s SAS/SATA 12 Gb/s |
PCIe 4.0 | Hardware |
HBA355e | Passthrough | None | 3 Gb/s SAS/SATA 6 Gb/s SAS/SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 4.0 | Hardware |
12 Gb/s Ext SAS HBA | Passthrough | None | 12 Gb/s SAS | PCIe 3.0 | Hardware |
H330 | 0,1,5,10,50 | None | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.0 | Hardware |
H730P | 0,1,5,6,10,50,60 | 2GB | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.0 | Hardware |
H740P | 0,1,5,6,10,50,60 | 8GB | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.1 | Hardware |
H840 | 0,1,5,6,10,50,60 | 8GB | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.1 | Hardware |
H350 | 0,1,10 | None | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 4.0 | Hardware |
H750 | 0,1,5,6,10,50,60 | 8GB | 3 Gb/s SAS/SATA 6 Gb/s SAS/SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 4.0 | Hardware |
Network Interface Card Options
The Dell PowerEdge R540 has two 1GbE RJ45 ports that are built into the server's motherboard. For additional networking capabilities, the PowerEdge R540 supports a single LOM riser card as well as PCIe network cards that can be installed in any of the system's PCIe slots.
Mezzanine Cards
Broadcom 5720 Dual Port 2x1GbE RJ45 |
Broadcom 57414 Dual Port 2x10/25GbE SFP28 |
Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 2x10GbE RJ45 |
Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 2x10GbE SFP+ |
PCIe Cards
Broadcom 5719 Quad Port 4x1GbE RJ45 Low Profile |
Broadcom 5720 Dual Port 2x1GbE RJ45 Low Profile |
Broadcom 57412 Dual Port 2x10GbE SFP+ Low Profile |
Broadcom 57414 Dual Port 2x10/25GbE SFP28 Low Profile |
Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 2x10GbE RJ45 Low Profile |
QLogic 2690 Single Port 1x16Gb FC HBA Low Profile V2 |
QLogic 2692 Dual Port 2x16Gb FC HBA Low Profile V2 |
Systems Management Solutions
The Dell PowerEdge R540 Server utilizes the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller 9 (iDRAC9), which allows you to easily manage your Dell server. The iDRAC9 web interface provides a variety of useful information and features, that make managing your Dell server an easy task. Features include, but are not limited to hardware monitoring, power control, remote console, control over system settings, firmware update control, storage management, and much more. You can access the iDRAC9 web interface, by setting this iDRAC IP in system setup and searching the IP in a web browser.
Supported Operating Systems:
The Dell PowerEdge R540 Server supports a wide variety of operating systems which ranges from different distributions of Linux, VMware, and Windows Server. The operating systems include, but are not limited to:
- ⦿ Citrix XenServer 6.5
- ⦿ Citrix XenServer 7.0
- ⦿ Novell SuSE Linux ES 11
- ⦿ Red Hat® Enterprise Linux 6
- ⦿ Red Hat® Enterprise Linux 7
- ⦿ Red Hat® Enterprise Linux 8
- ⦿ SUSE Linux ES 12
- ⦿ SUSE Linux ES 15
- ⦿ VMware ESXi 5.1
- ⦿ VMware ESXi 5.5
- ⦿ VMware ESXi 6.0
- ⦿ VMware ESXi 6.5
- ⦿ VMware ESXi 6.7
- ⦿ Window Server 2008 R2
- ⦿ Window Server 2012
- ⦿ Window Server 2012 R2
- ⦿ Window Server 2016
- ⦿ Window Server 2019 LTSC
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Technical Information Overview
The Dell PowerEdge R540 is a powerful 1U rackmount server, that can handle almost anything you throw at it. It is loaded with features that expand the cababilities of the system. Learning about these features is the best thing you can do to fully take advantage of the perks of the R540. We have compiled a few guides that are useful for learning the ins and outs of the Dell PowerEdge R540 server.
Technical Guide
Learn the ins and outs of the R540: View PowerEdge R540 Technical Guide
Technical Specifications
For all technical information regarding the PowerEdge R540, refer to the R540 technical specificaitons: View PowerEdge R540 Technical Specifications
Spec Sheet
Need a quick overview of the R540's specs? Check out the R540 spec sheet: View PowerEdge R540 Spec Sheet
Installation and Service Manual
Need help installing/replacing components or with using diagnostic's tools? The Installation and Service Manual is a fantastic resource: View PowerEdge R540 Installation and Service Manual
Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller 9 User's Guide
Everything you need to know about iDRAC 9, all in one place: View PowerEdge R540 iDRAC 9 User's Guide
Lifecycle Controller User's Guide
Navigate Lifecycle Controller with the Lifecycle Controller User's Guide: View PowerEdge R540 Lifecycle Controller Setup Guide
Dell Systems Management Overview
Learn about the R540's System Managment Technologies: View PowerEdge R540 Dell System Management Overview Guide
BIOS Upgrade EFI File Download
Upgrade your BIOS Via an EFI File: Download PowerEdge R540 BIOS Upgrade EFI File
- CPUs
- Memory
- Drives
- NVMe
- Different Chassis Types
- RAID
- BIOS
- iDRAC
- Mass Updates
- How to set IP Address
- How to install VMware ESXI 7.0.3
- Network Cards
- Power Supplies
- How to Rack
- How to Install Windows Server 2019
CPUs
Memory
Drives
NVMe
Coming Soon
Different Chassis Types
RAID
BIOS
iDRAC
Mass Updates
How to set IP Address
How to install VMware ESXI 7.0.3
Network Cards
Power Supplies
How to Rack
How to Install Windows Server 2019
Cloud Ninjas' Dell PowerEdge R540 Specifications
Chassis
The Dell PowerEdge R540 server is a flexible and capable system that is great for businesses of all sizes. This 2U rackmount server has two chassis options to choose from: 8 Bay LFF and 12 Bay LFF. The PowerEdge R540 does not have a 2.5" option. There are also a handful of rear configurations to choose from.
8 Bay LFF
The 8 Bay LFF chassis for the PowerEdge R540 has support for up to eight 3.5" hot-swap SAS/SATA hard drives. 2.5" HDDs or SSDs can be installed via a 2.5" to 3.5" drive converter.
12 Bay LFF
The R540's 12 Bay LFF chassis option can accept up to twelve 3.5" hot-swap SAS/SATA hard drives. Just like the 8 Bay LFF chassis, 2.5" HDDs or SSDs can be used via a 2.5" to 3.5" drive adapter.
Rear Configurations
There are three different rear configurations for the PowerEdge R540. The first configuration has two low-profile PCIe slots, and two 3.5" rear drive bays. The second configuration has one full-height PCIe slot and two 3.5" rear drive bays. The final rear configuration has one full height and four low-profile PCIe slots with no rear drive bays. Each chassis has a System ID button, CMA power port, two Type A USB 3.0 ports, a dedicated iDRAC port, two 1GbE RJ45 LAN ports, LOM riser slot, and two hot-swap power supply bays.
Processing Power
The Dell PowerEdge R540 server has two LGA-3647 CPU sockets inside that supports 1st Generation or 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors. A max of 20 cores per processor are supported.
1st Generation Intel Xeon Scalable
CPU | Step Code | Cores | Frequency |
---|---|---|---|
Bronze 3104 | SR3GM | 6 | 1.7GHz |
Bronze 3106 | SR3GL | 8 | 1.7GHz |
Silver 4106H | SR44Y | 8 | 1.8GHz |
Silver 4108 | SR3GJ | 8 | 1.8GHz |
Silver 4109T | SR3GP | 8 | 2.0 GHz |
Silver 4110 | SR3GH | 8 | 2.1GHz |
Silver 4112 | SR3GN | 4 | 2.6GHz |
Silver 4114 | SR3GK | 10 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4114T | SR3MM | 10 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4116 | SR3HQ | 12 | 2.1GHz |
Silver 4116T | SR3MQ | 12 | 2.1GHz |
Silver 4123 | SR3VW | 8 | 3.0GHz |
Gold 5115 | SR3GB | 10 | 2.4GHz |
Gold 5117 | SR37S | 14 | 2.0GHz |
Gold 5117F | SR3KM | 14 | 2.0GHz |
Gold 5118 | SR3GF | 12 | 2.4GHz |
Gold 5119T | SR3MN | 14 | 1.9GHz |
Gold 5120 | SR3GD | 14 | 2.2GHz |
Gold 5120T | SR3GC | 14 | 2.2GHz |
Gold 5122 | SR3AT | 4 | 3.6GHz |
Gold 6122 | SRCKF | 20 | 1.8GHz |
Gold 6126 | SR3B3 | 12 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6126F | SR3KE | 12 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6126T | SR3J9 | 12 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6128 | SR3J4 | 6 | 3.4GHz |
Gold 6130 | SR3B9 | 16 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6130F | SR3KD | 16 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6130T | SR3J8 | 16 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6132 | SR3J3 | 14 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6133 | SR3M1 | 20 | 2.5GHz |
Gold 6134 | SR3AR | 8 | 3.2GHz |
Gold 6136 | SR3B2 | 12 | 3.0GHz |
Gold 6138 | SR3B5 | 20 | 2.0GHz |
Gold 6138F | SR3KK | 20 | 2GHz |
Gold 6138P | SRCUG | 20 | 2.0GHz |
Gold 6138T | SR3J7 | 20 | 2.0GHz |
Gold 6140 | SR3AX | 18 | 2.3GHz |
Gold 6142 | SR3AY | 16 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6142F | SR3KH | 16 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6144 | SR3MB | 8 | 3.5GHz |
Gold 6146 | SR3MA | 12 | 3.2GHz |
Gold 6148 | SR3B6 | 20 | 2.4GHz |
Gold 6148F | SR3KJ | 20 | 2.4GHz |
Gold 6150 | SR37K | 18 | 2.7GHz |
Gold 6154 | SR3J5 | 18 | 3.0GHz |
Platinum 8153 | SR3BA | 16 | 2.0GHz |
Platinum 8156 | SR3AV | 4 | 3.6GHz |
Platinum 8158 | SR3B7 | 12 | 3.0GHz |
2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable
CPU | Step Code | Cores | Frequency |
---|---|---|---|
Bronze 3204 | SRFBP | 6 | 1.9GHz |
Bronze 3206R | SRG25 | 8 | 1.9GHz |
Silver 4208 | SRFBM | 8 | 2.1GHz |
Silver 4209T | SRFBQ | 8 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4210 | SRFBL | 10 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4210R | SRG24 | 10 | 2.4GHz |
Silver 4210T | SRGYH | 10 | 2.3GHz |
Silver 4214 | SRFB9 | 12 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4214R | SRG1W | 12 | 2.4GHz |
Silver 4214Y | SRFDG | 12 | 2.2GHz |
Silver 4215 | SRFBA | 8 | 2.5GHz |
Silver 4215R | SRGZE | 8 | 3.2GHz |
Silver 4216 | SRFBB | 16 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 5215 | SRFBC | 10 | 2.5GHz |
Gold 5215L | SRFBE | 10 | 2.5GHz |
Gold 5217 | SRFBF | 8 | 3.0GHz |
Gold 5218 | SRF8T | 16 | 2.3GHz |
Gold 5218B | SRFDJ | 16 | 2.3GHz |
Gold 5218N | SRFD9 | 16 | 2.3GHz |
Gold 5218R | SRGZ7 | 20 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 5218T | SRFPM | 16 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 5220 | SRFBJ | 18 | 2.2GHz |
Gold 5220S | SRFPT | 18 | 2.7GHz |
Gold 5220T | SRFPK | 18 | 1.9GHz |
Gold 5222 | SRF8V | 4 | 3.8GHz |
Gold 6208U | SRGZD | 16 | 2.9GHz |
Gold 6209U | SRFQ3 | 20 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6210U | SRF9B | 20 | 2.5GHz |
Gold 6222V | SRFQ5 | 20 | 1.8GHz |
Gold 6226 | SRFPP | 12 | 2.7GHz |
Gold 6226R | SRGZC | 16 | 2.9GHz |
Gold 6230 | SRF8W | 20 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6230N | SRFPR | 20 | 2.3GHz |
Gold 6230T | SRFPS | 20 | 2.1GHz |
Gold 6234 | SRFPN | 8 | 3.3GHz |
Gold 6240 | SRF8X | 18 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6240L | SRFQ0 | 18 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6240Y | SRF9D | 18 | 2.6GHz |
Gold 6242 | SRF8Y | 16 | 2.8GHz |
Gold 6242R | SRGZJ | 20 | 3.1GHz |
Gold 6244 | SRF8Z | 8 | 3.6GHz |
Gold 6246 | SRFPJ | 12 | 3.3GHz |
Gold 6246R | SRGZL | 16 | 3.4GHz |
Gold 6248 | SRF90 | 20 | 2.5GHz |
Gold 6250 | SRGTR | 8 | 3.9GHz |
Gold 6250L | SRH5D | 8 | 3.9GHz |
Gold 6254 | SRF92 | 18 | 3.1GHz |
Gold 6256 | SRGTQ | 12 | 3.6GHz |
Platinum 8253 | SRF93 | 16 | 2.2GHz |
Platinum 8256 | SRF94 | 4 | 3.8GHz |
Memory
DIMM Slots & Channels
The Dell PowerEdge R540 has a total of 16 DIMM slots with a total of six memory channels. Each memory channel consist of two DIMM slots.
Memory Types & Module Capacities
The R540 accepts DDR4 memory. ECC Registered (RDIMMs) and Load Reduced (LRDIMMs) are supported by this server, but the two types cannot be mixed. Mixing memory types can lead to boot failure. With load reduced memory, an overall greater capacity can be achieved when compared to ECC registered. Module capacities of 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB can be used. It is important to note that 64GB modules can only be installed as an LRDIMM.
Max Configurations
With load reduced memory, a maximum configuration of 1024GB can be achieved via 16 x 64GB modules. With ECC Registered, 512GB is the max that you can achieve with a configuration of 16 x 32GB modules.
Supported Memory Speeds
The Dell PowerEdge accepts memory speeds of 2133MT/s, 2400MT/s, 2666MT/s, 2933MT/s, and 3200MT/s. Do note, that 2666MT/s is the fastest possible speed for this system, meaning that 2933MT/s and 3200MT/s will clock down. Another factor that affects the max memory speed of the system, is the processor that is installed. For example, if the installed processor supports a max speed of 2400MT/s and a 2666MT/s module is installed, the module will operate at 2400MT/s.
Storage
Supported Drives
Type | Speeds | Max Capacity (Per Drive) 2.5" |
---|---|---|
SAS | 7.2K, 10K, 15K | 2.4TB |
SATA | 7.2K | 2TB |
SSD | 6GB/s, 12GB/s | 7.68TB |
Type | Speeds | Max Capacity (Per Drive) 3.5" |
---|---|---|
SAS | 7.2K | 18TB |
SATA | 7.2K | 16TB |
SSD | 6GB/s, 12GB/s | 3.84TB |
Power Supplies
Power Supplies Overview
The Dell PowerEdge R540 server supports up to two hot-swap power supplies. Hot-swap power supplies can be installed or removed, if one power supply unit remains plugged into the system. Power supply options for the R540 are: 450W AC Cabled, 495W AC, 750W AC, 750W Mixed Mode HVDC (China Only), 750W Mixed Mode (DC input for China Only), 1100W AC, 1100W Mixed Mode HVDC.
RAID Options
RAID Options | RAID Levels | Cache | Drive Speeds | PCIe Generation | RAID Hardware |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
S140 onboard software | 0,1,5,10 | None | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.0 | Software |
HBA330 | Passthrough | None | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.0 | Hardware |
HBA350i | Passthrough | None | 3 Gb/s SAS 6 Gb/s SAS/SATA 12 Gb/s |
PCIe 4.0 | Hardware |
HBA355e | Passthrough | None | 3 Gb/s SAS/SATA 6 Gb/s SAS/SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 4.0 | Hardware |
12 Gb/s Ext SAS HBA | Passthrough | None | 12 Gb/s SAS | PCIe 3.0 | Hardware |
H330 | 0,1,5,10,50 | None | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.0 | Hardware |
H730P | 0,1,5,6,10,50,60 | 2GB | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.0 | Hardware |
H740P | 0,1,5,6,10,50,60 | 8GB | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.1 | Hardware |
H840 | 0,1,5,6,10,50,60 | 8GB | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 3.1 | Hardware |
H350 | 0,1,10 | None | 6 Gb/s SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 4.0 | Hardware |
H750 | 0,1,5,6,10,50,60 | 8GB | 3 Gb/s SAS/SATA 6 Gb/s SAS/SATA 12 Gb/s SAS |
PCIe 4.0 | Hardware |
Network Interface Card Options
The Dell PowerEdge R540 has two 1GbE RJ45 ports that are built into the server's motherboard. For additional networking capabilities, the PowerEdge R540 supports a single LOM riser card as well as PCIe network cards that can be installed in any of the system's PCIe slots.
Mezzanine Cards
Broadcom 5720 Dual Port 2x1GbE RJ45 |
Broadcom 57414 Dual Port 2x10/25GbE SFP28 |
Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 2x10GbE RJ45 |
Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 2x10GbE SFP+ |
PCIe Cards
Broadcom 5719 Quad Port 4x1GbE RJ45 Low Profile |
Broadcom 5720 Dual Port 2x1GbE RJ45 Low Profile |
Broadcom 57412 Dual Port 2x10GbE SFP+ Low Profile |
Broadcom 57414 Dual Port 2x10/25GbE SFP28 Low Profile |
Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 2x10GbE RJ45 Low Profile |
QLogic 2690 Single Port 1x16Gb FC HBA Low Profile V2 |
QLogic 2692 Dual Port 2x16Gb FC HBA Low Profile V2 |
Systems Management Solutions
The Dell PowerEdge R540 Server utilizes the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller 9 (iDRAC9), which allows you to easily manage your Dell server. The iDRAC9 web interface provides a variety of useful information and features, that make managing your Dell server an easy task. Features include, but are not limited to hardware monitoring, power control, remote console, control over system settings, firmware update control, storage management, and much more. You can access the iDRAC9 web interface, by setting this iDRAC IP in system setup and searching the IP in a web browser.
Supported Operating Systems:
The Dell PowerEdge R540 Server supports a wide variety of operating systems which ranges from different distributions of Linux, VMware, and Windows Server. The operating systems include, but are not limited to:
- ⦿ Citrix XenServer 6.5
- ⦿ Citrix XenServer 7.0
- ⦿ Novell SuSE Linux ES 11
- ⦿ Red Hat® Enterprise Linux 6
- ⦿ Red Hat® Enterprise Linux 7
- ⦿ Red Hat® Enterprise Linux 8
- ⦿ SUSE Linux ES 12
- ⦿ SUSE Linux ES 15
- ⦿ VMware ESXi 5.1
- ⦿ VMware ESXi 5.5
- ⦿ VMware ESXi 6.0
- ⦿ VMware ESXi 6.5
- ⦿ VMware ESXi 6.7
- ⦿ Window Server 2008 R2
- ⦿ Window Server 2012
- ⦿ Window Server 2012 R2
- ⦿ Window Server 2016
- ⦿ Window Server 2019 LTSC
Dell PowerEdge R540 Video
Technical Information Overview
The Dell PowerEdge R540 is a powerful 1U rackmount server, that can handle almost anything you throw at it. It is loaded with features that expand the cababilities of the system. Learning about these features is the best thing you can do to fully take advantage of the perks of the R540. We have compiled a few guides that are useful for learning the ins and outs of the Dell PowerEdge R540 server.
Technical Guide
Learn the ins and outs of the R540: View PowerEdge R540 Technical Guide
Technical Specifications
For all technical information regarding the PowerEdge R540, refer to the R540 technical specificaitons: View PowerEdge R540 Technical Specifications
Spec Sheet
Need a quick overview of the R540's specs? Check out the R540 spec sheet: View PowerEdge R540 Spec Sheet
Installation and Service Manual
Need help installing/replacing components or with using diagnostic's tools? The Installation and Service Manual is a fantastic resource: View PowerEdge R540 Installation and Service Manual
Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller 9 User's Guide
Everything you need to know about iDRAC 9, all in one place: View PowerEdge R540 iDRAC 9 User's Guide
Lifecycle Controller User's Guide
Navigate Lifecycle Controller with the Lifecycle Controller User's Guide: View PowerEdge R540 Lifecycle Controller Setup Guide
Dell Systems Management Overview
Learn about the R540's System Managment Technologies: View PowerEdge R540 Dell System Management Overview Guide
BIOS Upgrade EFI File Download
Upgrade your BIOS Via an EFI File: Download PowerEdge R540 BIOS Upgrade EFI File
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