SERVER DESIGN LAB - Dell PowerEdge R660 8-Bay 2.5" Drives
The Dell PowerEdge R660 8-Bay is a next-generation 1U rack server built to deliver exceptional performance, scalability, and efficiency for demanding enterprise environments. Part of Dell’s 16th Generation PowerEdge lineup, the R660 leverages the latest 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors (Sapphire Rapids) and DDR5 memory to handle high-bandwidth, data-intensive workloads with ease.
With an 8-bay 2.5-inch drive configuration, the R660 balances compute density with flexible storage options, making it ideal for virtualization, AI/ML, database management, high-performance computing (HPC), and software-defined storage applications.
Key Features of the Dell PowerEdge R660 8-Bay
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Processor Power: Supports up to two 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable CPUs, delivering high core counts and PCIe Gen5 support for faster data throughput.
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Next-Gen Memory: Up to 32 DDR5 DIMM slots with speeds up to 4800 MT/s, providing higher bandwidth and low latency for memory-intensive applications.
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Flexible Storage: 8-bay configuration supports NVMe, SAS, or SATA SSDs/HDDs for scalable, high-performance storage solutions.
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RAID & HBA Options: Compatible with Dell’s PERC 11 RAID controllers (H755, H755N, H755X) and HBA355 adapters for both RAID and passthrough configurations.
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Expansion: PCIe Gen5 slots allow for GPUs, accelerators, and high-speed networking upgrades.
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Power & Efficiency: Hot-plug redundant 1100W–2400W PSUs, with Platinum or Titanium efficiency ratings.
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Management: Integrated iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller enables secure remote monitoring, configuration, and management.
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Form Factor: Compact 1U rack design, maximizing compute density while saving space in data centers.
Why Choose the Dell R660 8-Bay?
Features at a Glance – Dell PowerEdge R660 8-Bay
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Processors: Up to 2x 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable CPUs (Sapphire Rapids)
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Memory: 32x DDR5 DIMM slots, up to 4800 MT/s, max 8TB
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Storage: 8-bay 2.5" NVMe/SAS/SATA drive support
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RAID Options: Dell PERC 11 series (H755, H755N, H755X) & HBA355 HBAs
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Expansion: PCIe Gen5 slots for GPUs, accelerators & networking cards
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Power Supplies: Hot-plug redundant 1100W–2400W, Platinum/Titanium efficiency
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Management: iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller for secure remote management
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Form Factor: 1U rack server optimized for dense compute environments
The Dell R660 8-Bay offers a perfect balance of performance and flexibility for IT professionals and businesses looking to modernize their infrastructure. With DDR5 memory, PCIe Gen5 expansion, and versatile storage options, this server delivers future-ready capabilities while maintaining energy efficiency and reliability. It’s ideal for virtualization clusters, AI workloads, database applications, and cloud environments.
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Upgrade your infrastructure with the Dell PowerEdge R660 8-Bay—compact, powerful, and scalable for modern workloads.
Dell PowerEdge R660 8-Bay 2.5"
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