Dell PowerEdge R6415
The Dell PowerEdge R6415 is a dense 1U single-socket enterprise rack server utilizing AMD EPYC 7001 and 7002 series processors. Built for space-constrained edge locations, scale-out web applications, and dense hyper-converged infrastructure, it packs up to 64 cores, 8 DDR4 memory slots (up to 1TB RAM), and up to 10 NVMe solid-state drives into a compact 1U enclosure. By matching or exceeding the compute throughput of traditional dual-socket servers, the R6415 drastically reduces hypervisor licensing costs. Used buyers should test the 1U cooling fans and verify that the BIOS supports Rome processors.
Also written as: PowerEdge R6415, Dell R6415, R6415 1U Server
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Family | PowerEdge R |
| Form factor | 1U rack |
| Released | Feb 2018 |
| End of sale | Jun 2021 |
| End of support | Oct 2026 |
| Cpu sockets | 1 |
| Cpu platform | AMD EPYC 7001 and 7002 Series Processors (up to 64 cores, 200W cTDP) |
| Memory slots | 8 |
| Memory type | DDR4-2666 RDIMM / LRDIMM |
| Memory max (GB) | 1,024 |
| Drive bays | Up to 10x 2.5-inch NVMe/SAS/SATA or 4x 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives |
| Pcie slots | Up to 2 PCIe Gen3 slots |
| Gpu support | None supported |
| Network onboard | Network Daughter Card (NDC) slot; 1x 1GbE iDRAC9 port |
| Power supply | Dual redundant hot-plug 550W, 750W or 1100W |
Generations
- Next generation: Dell PowerEdge R6515
Compatible parts
RAID controllers
PERC-H730P Dell PERC H730P 12Gb/s SAS 2GB NV Cache Mini Mono / PCIe RAID Controller
Boot devices
BOSS-S1 Dell Boot Optimized Storage Solution (BOSS-S1) PCIe Card with Dual M.2 SSDs
Works together
How the Dell PowerEdge R6415 connects to servers, storage and the network: 4 ways, with the parts and products on each path.
Fibre Channel SAN
Match the speed: 16Gb and 32Gb FC HBAs, switches and array ports work together, and each generation also runs one or two speeds below its own (a 32Gb port runs at 16Gb and 8Gb).
Adapters for the server (check the fit list)
540-BBUU Dell Emulex LPe31002 Dual Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
540-BBUV Dell QLogic 2692 Dual Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
540-BCMS Dell QLogic 2770 Single Port 32Gb Fibre Channel PCIe Adapter
540-BCMT Dell QLogic 2772 Dual Port 32Gb Fibre Channel PCIe Adapter
Switches
Lenovo ThinkSystem DB630S 2U rack
Lenovo ThinkSystem DB610S 1U rack
Lenovo ThinkSystem DB730S 2U rack
Storage
Dell PowerVault ME4012 2U rack
Dell PowerVault ME4024 2U rack
Dell PowerVault ME4084 5U rack
Dell Unity XT 380F 2U rack
Dell Unity XT 380XT 2U rack
Dell Unity XT 480F 2U rack
Optics
iSCSI and NVMe/TCP over Ethernet
Keep the speed the same at all three points: a 25GbE server, a 25GbE switch port and a 25GbE array port. Mixed speeds work but the slowest link sets the pace.
Adapters for the server (check the fit list)
540-BBHG Dell Intel X520/I350 2x10GbE SFP+ + 2x1GbE BASE-T Network Daughter Card (rNDC)
540-BBHH Dell Intel X540/I350 2x10GBASE-T + 2x1GbE BASE-T Network Daughter Card (rNDC)
540-BBIU Dell Broadcom 57416/5720 2x10GBASE-T + 2x1GbE Network Daughter Card (rNDC)
540-BBIV Dell Broadcom 57412/5720 2x10GbE SFP+ + 2x1GbE Network Daughter Card (rNDC)
Direct-attached SAS
12Gb SAS uses Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644) connectors; older 6Gb gear uses Mini-SAS (SFF-8088). Adapter cables exist, but the link runs at the slower speed.
Adapters for the server (check the fit list)
405-AANT Dell 12Gbps SAS HBA Dual Port External PCIe Controller
405-AASU Dell HBA355e External SAS 12Gb/s Host Bus Adapter
Storage
- Dell PowerVault ME4012 2U rack
- Dell PowerVault ME4024 2U rack
- Dell PowerVault ME4084 5U rack
Dell PowerVault ME5012 2U rack
Dell PowerVault ME5024 2U rack
Dell PowerVault ME5084 5U rack
File storage (NFS and SMB)
Front-end ports face the clients; back-end ports (on scale-out systems) connect the nodes to each other and need their own switch pair.
Adapters for the server (check the fit list)
- 540-BBHG Dell Intel X520/I350 2x10GbE SFP+ + 2x1GbE BASE-T Network Daughter Card (rNDC)
- 540-BBHH Dell Intel X540/I350 2x10GBASE-T + 2x1GbE BASE-T Network Daughter Card (rNDC)
- 540-BBIU Dell Broadcom 57416/5720 2x10GBASE-T + 2x1GbE Network Daughter Card (rNDC)
- 540-BBIV Dell Broadcom 57412/5720 2x10GbE SFP+ + 2x1GbE Network Daughter Card (rNDC)
Storage
Lenovo ThinkSystem DM3000H 2U rack
Lenovo ThinkSystem DM5100F 2U rack
Lenovo ThinkSystem DM3010H 2U rack
Lenovo ThinkSystem DG5000 2U rack
Lenovo ThinkSystem DM3200F 2U rack
Plan and size it
- Draw this setup in the topology planner mrplanb.com
- Add up rack power and space rack-density.com
- Virtualization storage Ledger: scored storage platforms mrplanb.com
- SAN transport and NVMe over FC for backup mrplanb.com
- Dell E-Lab Navigator (Dell interoperability) dell.com
Equivalent models from other brands
- HPE Proliant DL325 Gen10
Buying a used R6415: what to check
Inspect 1U cooling fan array, verify BIOS firmware version for AMD Rome compatibility, and check that the NDC network daughter card is functional.
FAQ
What is the memory bandwidth of the R6415?
It supports 8 memory channels at DDR4-2666 with 1 DIMM per channel, delivering high throughput from a single CPU.
How many NVMe drives fit in the R6415?
Up to 10 front-accessible 2.5-inch NVMe PCIe SSDs are supported.
Buying or selling R6415?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Dell PowerEdge R6415 Spec Sheet, checked 2026-10-27