Dell PowerEdge R520 2U Rack Server

The Dell PowerEdge R520 is a versatile and robust server designed for businesses requiring reliable performance in a compact 2U rackmount chassis. Built to handle demanding workloads, the R520 is powered by dual Intel Xeon E5-2400 series processors, offering up to 8 cores per CPU to ensure seamless operation of multi-threaded applications and virtualised environments.

Delivering a balance of performance, storage flexibility, and energy efficiency, the Dell PowerEdge R520 is a dependable solution for businesses managing a range of workloads, from database management to virtualisation clusters.

• ✓ Configure your server online now
• ✓ Professionally refurbished & quality tested
• ✓ Built to Order in 2-3 business days
• ✓ Fast UK, EU & worldwide shipping
• ✓ 3-Year RTB Warranty included

Performance and Versatility

The Dell PowerEdge R520 is designed to deliver reliable and balanced performance for a variety of business-critical applications. Equipped with dual Intel Xeon E5-2400 series processors, this server offers up to 8 cores per CPU, ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient operation of multi-threaded applications. Its compact 2U chassis is ideal for businesses that require high performance in space-constrained environments.

Scalable Memory and Storage Solutions

With support for up to 24 DIMM slots, the PowerEdge R520 provides up to 384GB of DDR3 ECC memory, offering exceptional scalability for memory-intensive workloads. Storage flexibility is a hallmark of the R520, supporting up to eight 3.5" LFF drive bays. Compatible with both SAS and SATA drives, and enhanced by Dell PERC RAID controllers, the R520 ensures data reliability and customisable configurations for a wide range of applications.

Virtualisation and Connectivity

The R520 excels in virtualised environments, leveraging Intel VT-x technology for the seamless deployment of virtual machines. It supports leading virtualisation platforms, including VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Citrix XenServer. Integrated Broadcom® 5720 Dual Port 1Gb LOM provides reliable network connectivity, while 4 PCIe 3.0 expansion slots enable additional functionality for enhanced networking and storage options. These features make the R520 an excellent choice for hosting, virtualisation clusters, and other business-critical tasks.

Energy Efficiency and Management

Designed with energy efficiency in mind, the Dell PowerEdge R520 features redundant 80 PLUS-certified power supplies to reduce energy consumption without compromising reliability. Dell’s iDRAC7 with Lifecycle Controller offers advanced remote management capabilities, simplifying monitoring and maintenance across both small and large-scale deployments, ensuring maximum uptime and reduced operational costs.

Need advice on your server setup? Feel free to give our expert team a call or send us a message.