Dell PowerEdge R750xa Servers – new and refurbished

FAQ

How does the Dell PowerEdge R750xa differ from the R750 and R750xs?

The R750xa offers more GPU card slots, improved airflow, and higher-capacity power supplies (up to 2x 2000W). While the R750 and R750xs are general-purpose servers, the 'xa' variant was designed specifically for environments that rely on multiple GPU accelerators - such as AI/ML workloads, rendering, and parallel computing.

How many graphics accelerators can the Dell PowerEdge R750xa support, and which GPU models are compatible?

The Dell PowerEdge R750xa supports up to 4 graphics cards or accelerators across 8 PCIe 4.0 x16 slots. Compatible options include NVIDIA A100, L40, and T4 cards, as well as AMD Instinct accelerators. Select configurations available through Hardware Direct include ready-to-use GPU mounting trays.

Which industries and environments benefit most from the R750xa?

The R750xa is best suited for AI/ML environments (model training and inference), large-scale data analytics, parallel computing, GPU-accelerated virtual desktops (VDI), and rendering clusters. It also serves as a solid foundation for containerized Kubernetes and OpenShift environments, as well as low-latency ETL workloads.

What processors and how much RAM do the R750xa servers available at Hardware Direct offer?

Available configurations come equipped with Intel Xeon Gold processors from the 6330, 6338, 6342, and 8352V series - ranging from 24 to 36 cores per CPU. The server supports up to 32 DDR4 ECC memory modules with a total capacity of up to 1 TB, ensuring smooth performance even under the most demanding workloads.

What is included with an R750xa server purchased from Hardware Direct?

Every configuration includes a complete mounting kit (rails, cables, and screws), redundant power supplies, full cooling, and an activated iDRAC 9 Enterprise licence. The server arrives ready to rack and power on - no additional components need to be sourced or purchased separately.

Can NVMe or SSD drives be added to the Dell PowerEdge R750xa?

Yes - through Hardware Direct you can configure the server with NVMe or 2.5" SATA SSD drives. The H755N RAID controller supports NVMe, SATA, and SAS, giving you the flexibility to build a storage array tailored to the specific needs of your environment.