Dell PowerEdge R260

Dell PowerEdge R260 Rack Server | Intel Xeon E-2414 | 16GB RAM | 2TB HDD

Description

Dell PowerEdge R260 Rack Server (PGD-R260-20242-210-BLVL) A compact and efficient 1U rack server powered by the Intel® Xeon® E-2414 processor (2.6GHz, 4 cores/4 threads, 12MB cache, Turbo, 55W TDP). It features 16GB DDR5 UDIMM ECC memory at 5600MT/s and a 2TB 7.2K RPM SATA hard drive (3.5″ cabled, 6Gbps). Ideal for small business workloads and edge deployments.

Key Specifications

1. Processor: Intel Xeon E-2414
   • Speed: 2.6GHz
   • Cores/Threads: 4C/4T
   • Cache: 12MB
   • Turbo Boost enabled
   • Power: 55W
2. Memory:
   • 16GB DDR5 UDIMM RAM (5600MT/s, ECC)
   • Error-Correcting Code (ECC) memory ensures data integrity and system stability
3. Storage:
   • 2TB SATA HDD (6Gbps, 7.2K RPM, 512n, 3.5-inch Cabled)
   • Supports up to 2 cabled HDDs for expandable storage
4. Chassis & Power:
   • 3.5″ Chassis supporting up to 2 cabled HDDs
   • Single Hot Plug Power Supply (700W MM HLAC) for energy efficiency
5. Form Factor:
   • Rack Server ideal for SMBs and entry-level enterprise environments
6. Warranty:
   • 1 Year Warranty for peace of mind

Features & Advantages

Processor & Performance

• Supports Intel Xeon E-2400 series, Xeon 6300 series, or Pentium G7400/G7400T processors
• Up to 8 cores depending on CPU choice
• Ideal for light to moderate workloads in retail, remote offices, or SMBs

Security

• TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, Secure Erase
• Silicon Root of Trust, System Lockdown, and Cryptographically signed firmware
• Support for Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs)

Management & Monitoring

• iDRAC9 with RESTful API and Redfish
• Integration with OpenManage Enterprise, VMware vCenter, Microsoft System Center, and ServiceNow
• Mobile access via OpenManage Mobile

Memory & Reliability

• DDR5 16GB UDIMM ECC RAM: High-speed 5600MT/s memory ensures fast data access and processing. ECC (Error-Correcting Code) enhances reliability by detecting and correcting memory errors.
• Scalability: Supports up to 128GB ECC UDIMM across 4 DIMM slots, allowing future upgrades

Form Factor

• 1U Rack Design: Compact and short-depth chassis fits easily into space-constrained environments.

Ideal Use Cases

General Purpose Business Applications

• File and Print Services: Reliable for handling shared file storage and network printing tasks.
• Email and Collaboration Tools: Suitable for hosting Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint, or similar platforms.
• Domain Controller: Can serve as an Active Directory domain controller for user authentication and policy management.
• Ideal for SMBs: Designed for affordability and flexibility, making it suitable for file sharing, web hosting, virtualization, and light database applications

IT Infrastructure and Virtualization

• Lightweight Virtualization: Supports basic virtualization workloads using VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, or KVM for running multiple small VMs.
• Network Services: DNS, DHCP, and firewall services for small office networks.

Data Management and Analytics

• Database Hosting: Ideal for small databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Microsoft SQL Server with moderate transaction loads.
• Backup and Archiving: Acts as a local backup server with sufficient storage for daily or weekly snapshots.

Web and Application Hosting

• Web Server: Can host websites or web applications using Apache, Nginx, or IIS.
• Application Server: Suitable for ERP, CRM, or other business-critical applications with low to moderate resource demands.

Development and Testing

• Dev/Test Environments: Great for software development teams needing isolated environments for testing and staging.

Edge Computing and Remote Office Support

• Branch Office Server: Provides compute and storage resources for remote locations with limited IT infrastructure.
• IoT Gateway: Can be used to aggregate and process data from IoT devices at the edge before sending it to the cloud.

Why Choose Dell PowerEdge R260?

Affordable & Reliable: Perfect for SMBs, startups, and branch offices
ECC Memory: Ensures data accuracy and system stability
High-Capacity Storage: 2TB SATA HDD for ample data storage
Scalability: Supports up to 2 HDDs for future expansion
Energy-Efficient Power Supply: 700W hot-plug PSU reduces downtime risks