Server DELL PowerEdge R470

The DELL PowerEdge R470 is a 1U, single-socket rack server designed to balance performance and power efficiency within a compact footprint. Here's a breakdown of its technical characteristics and intended tasks:

Technical Characteristics:

• Processor: One Intel Xeon 6 processor with up to 144 cores per processor. Both Efficient (E-core) and Performance (P-core) options are available.
• Memory:
  • 16 DDR5 DIMM slots.
  • Supports RDIMM (Registered DIMM).
  • Maximum RAM: Up to 1TB with E-core processors, up to 4TB with select P-core processors (with R1S option).
  • Speeds up to 6400 MT/s.
  • Supports ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory.
• Storage Controllers:
  • Internal Controllers (RAID): PERC H965i.
  • Internal Boot: Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS-N1): HWRAID 1, 2 x M.2 NVMe SSDs, or USB.
• Drive Bays (Front):
  • Up to 8 x EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe SSDs (max 122.88 TB).
  • Up to 8 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe SSDs (max 122.88 TB).
  • Up to 10 x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe SSDs (max 153.6 TB).
• Rear Drive Bays: Up to 2 x EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe SSDs (max 30.72 TB).
• Power Supplies:
  • 800W Platinum hot-swap redundant.
  • 1100W Platinum/Titanium hot-swap redundant.
  • 1500W Titanium hot-swap redundant.
  • Various voltage options available.
• Cooling: Air cooling with up to 4 sets of hot-swappable dual-fan modules.
• Form Factor: 1U rack server.
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 42.8 mm (1.69 inches).
  • Width: 482 mm (19.0 inches).
  • Depth: Varies based on configuration (with and without bezel, front I/O).
• Embedded Management: iDRAC10, iDRAC Direct, iDRAC RESTful API with Redfish. ¹
• Security: Cryptographically signed firmware, Data at Rest Encryption (SEDs), Secure Boot, Secured Component Verification, Secure Erase, Silicon Root of Trust, System Lockdown (requires iDRAC9 Enterprise or Datacenter), TPM 2.0 FIPS/CC-TCG certified.
• Embedded NIC: 1 Gb dedicated BMC Ethernet port.
• GPU Options: Up to 4 x 75W SW.
• Ports:
  • Front: 1 x USB 2.0 Type-C, 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A (optional), 1 x Mini-DisplayPort (optional), 1 x DB9 Serial (with front I/O), 1 x Dedicated BMC Ethernet (with front I/O).
  • Rear: 1 x Dedicated BMC Ethernet, 2 x USB 3.1 Type-A, 1 x VGA.
  • Internal: 1 x USB 3.1 Type-A.
• PCIe Slots: Up to 4 Gen5 PCIe slots (x16 connectors) depending on the riser configuration.
• Network Options: Up to two OCP NIC 3.0 slots (front or rear).

Intended Tasks:

The Dell PowerEdge R470 is designed for a variety of modern workloads that demand a balance of performance, efficiency, and density, including:

• Cloud-scale web and application microservices: Its core density and efficiency make it well-suited for supporting distributed application architectures.
• Data services: With ample storage options and PCIe Gen5 support, it can handle demanding data serving and processing tasks.
• Virtualization: The high core count and memory capacity allow for efficient consolidation of virtual machines.
• Scale-out databases: The balance of compute and storage capabilities supports distributed database architectures.
• High-Performance Computing (HPC): With support for accelerators (GPUs), it can be used for computationally intensive tasks like simulations and modeling.
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML): The GPU support enhances computational power for AI inferencing and other ML workloads.
• Edge Computing: Its 1U form factor and power efficiency make it suitable for deployment in space-constrained edge environments.
• General-purpose enterprise and scale infrastructures: It is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing IT environments.

In essence, the PowerEdge R470 is a versatile 1U server that provides a strong foundation for various demanding workloads while focusing on energy efficiency and optimal rack utilization.