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Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 User Manual

Dell EMC PowerEdge R240
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Dell EMC PowerEdge R240
The PowerEdge R240 delivers the right mix of enterprise-class
features in an aordable dense 1-socket, 1U chassis server.
Powered by the latest Intel® Xeon® processor family, it is ideal for
SMB and service providers looking to deploy multiple workloads
like web hosting,collaboration/sharing, le/print, mail/messaging
and backup/recovery.
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Dell EMC PowerEdge R240 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDell EMC
ModelPowerEdge R240
CategoryServer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product overview

Introduction

Provides a general overview of the PowerEdge R240 server's capabilities and target workloads.

New technologies

Lists and describes new technologies integrated into the PowerEdge R240 server.

System features

Product comparison

Compares the PowerEdge R240 with its predecessor, the PowerEdge R230, highlighting key differences.

Product specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications of the PowerEdge R240 server.

Chassis views and features

Front view of the system

Details the front components and layout of the PowerEdge R240 server.

Rear view of the system

Details the rear components and connectivity ports of the PowerEdge R240 server.

Inside the system

Provides an internal view of the PowerEdge R240 server's main components.

Locating the information tag of your system

Explains how to find the system's identification tags (Service Tag, Express Service Code).

Processor

Processor features

Highlights the key features of the Intel® Xeon® E-2100 processor family used in the R240.

Supported processors

Lists the Intel Xeon E-2100 series processors, Core i3, and Pentium G5500 supported by the R240.

Chipset

Details the Intel® C246 chipset and its implemented features in the PowerEdge R240.

Memory

Memory Features

Outlines the key features of the PowerEdge R240's integrated memory controller and DDR4 support.

Memory speed

Explains how memory speed is determined based on CPU, voltage, and DIMM configuration.

Supported Configurations

Lists the supported DIMM part numbers, speeds, capacities, and configurations.

Storage

Supported drives

Lists the types of SAS, SATA, Nearline SAS, and SSD drives supported by the R240.

Storage controller specifications

Details the internal and external storage controller cards supported by the R240.

Optical Drives

Lists the supported internal optical drive options for the R240.

Tape Drives

Lists supported external tape backup devices for the R240.

Internal Dual SD Module

Describes the optional Internal Dual SD Module (IDSDM) and its functions.

Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS)

Explains the BOSS subsystem for booting the server with an OS.

Networking and PCle

PCIe slots

Details the riser and internal PCIe expansion slots available on the R240.

PCI card dimensions

Provides the dimensions for low-profile and full-height PCI cards supported by the R240.

Power, thermal, and acoustics

Power supply units

Details the 250W cabled AC power supply unit specifications for the R240.

Thermal

Explains the thermal design, airflow management, and cooling control system of the R240.

Acoustics

Discusses the acoustical performance and dependencies of the PowerEdge R240 server.

Supported operating systems

Dell EMC OpenManage systems management

The Dell EMC OpenManage Portfolio

Overviews the OpenManage portfolio for simplifying server hardware management.

iDRAC with Lifecycle controller

Introduces iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller for server deployment, update, monitoring, and maintenance.

iDRAC features and comparison

Compares features across different iDRAC8 and iDRAC9 license levels.

Agent-free management

Explains agent-free lifecycle management for PowerEdge servers using embedded features.

Agent-based management

Describes agent-based management solutions like OpenManage Server Administrator.

Dell EMC consoles

Introduces Dell EMC's central consoles for systems management oversight.

OpenManage Essentials

Details OpenManage Essentials for monitoring and lifecycle management of servers and storage.

OpenManage Mobile

Describes the OpenManage Mobile app for remote server monitoring and management.

Dell EMC OpenManage systems management tools, utilities and protocols

Lists OpenManage tools like Repository Manager, Update Packages, and RACADM CLI.

iDRAC with Lifecycle Controller Embedded Management APIs

Explains APIs like Redfish, WSMan, IPMI, and SNMP for automated server management.

Integration with third-party consoles

Discusses integration with consoles like Microsoft System Center and VMware vCenter.

Appendix A. Additional specifications

Technical specifications

Outlines the technical and environmental specifications of the system.

Chassis dimensions

Provides detailed dimensions for the PowerEdge R240 chassis.

Chassis weight

Lists the maximum weight of the PowerEdge R240 system with drives.

Video specifications

Details the integrated Matrox G200 graphics controller and supported resolutions.

USB ports specifications

Lists the types and number of USB ports on the front, rear, and internal of the R240.

Drives

Lists the supported drive types and backplane configurations for the R240.

NIC ports specifications

Details the Network Interface Controller (NIC) ports on the R240.

Environmental specifications

Covers temperature, humidity, vibration, shock, and altitude specifications.

Operating temperature derating specifications

Explains how operating temperature is affected by altitude.

Standard operating temperature

Specifies the standard operating temperature range for continuous operation.

Expanded operating temperature specifications

Details specifications for operating outside the standard temperature range.

Expanded operating temperature restrictions

Lists restrictions and notes for operating in expanded temperature ranges.

Particulate and gaseous contamination specifications

Defines limitations for particulate and gaseous contamination to prevent damage.

Appendix B. Standards compliance

Industry standard documents

Lists industry standards and their corresponding URLs for information.

Appendix C Additional resources

Additional resources

Lists various resources like manuals, guides, and advisors for the R240.

Appendix D. Support and deployment services

ProDeploy Enterprise Suite and Residency Services

Details Dell's deployment services for quick server setup and optimization.

ProDeploy Plus

Offers comprehensive deployment services with assessment, migration, and configuration assistance.

ProDeploy

Provides full-service installation and configuration by certified deployment engineers.

Basic Deployment

Offers professional installation of servers by experienced technicians.

Residency Services

Describes services for transitioning to new capabilities with on-site or remote Dell EMC experts.

Deployment services

Refers to service description documents for deployment details and exceptions.

Remote Consulting Services

Offers expert help to optimize server configuration with best practices.

Data Migration Service

Provides expert management for data migration projects to ensure business continuity.

ProSupport Enterprise Suite

A suite of support services to maintain peak performance and availability of workloads.

ProSupport Plus

Offers proactive and preventative support with a designated Technology Service Manager.

ProSupport

Provides 24x7 access to certified experts for minimizing disruptions and maximizing availability.

ProSupport One for Data Center

Offers flexible site-wide support for large data centers with tailored services.

Enterprise Support Services Feature Comparison

Compares support levels across ProSupport, ProSupport Plus, and ProSupport One.

Support Technologies

Highlights predictive, data-driven technologies like SupportAssist and TechDirect.

SupportAssist

Automated proactive and predictive technology for issue detection and resolution.

TechDirect

A tool for IT teams to boost productivity, manage self-dispatch of parts, and access training.

Additional professional services

Lists training and consulting services offered by Dell EMC.

Dell Education Services

Offers training courses for managing and maintaining Dell EMC server solutions.

Dell EMC Global Infrastructure Consulting Services

Provides consulting services for infrastructure optimization and complexity reduction.

Dell EMC Managed Services

Lifecycle services for automating and managing data center operations.

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