Dell PowerEdge R830
The Dell PowerEdge R830 is a dense 2U four-socket enterprise server driven by up to four Intel Xeon E5-4600 v4 processors. Designed for in-memory databases, heavy server consolidation, and core-intensive virtualization, it provides 48 DDR4 DIMM slots supporting up to 3TB of memory and up to 16 2.5-inch drive bays in a 2U rack form factor. The R830 maximizes CPU core counts and memory density in space-constrained data centers without expanding to a 4U footprint. In the secondary market, it offers massive multi-threaded processing power at attractive prices. Pre-owned buyers should verify processor mezzanine card condition and test all 48 memory slots.
Also written as: PowerEdge R830, Dell R830, R830 4-Socket Server
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Family | PowerEdge R |
| Form factor | 2U rack |
| Released | Jun 2016 |
| End of sale | Jul 2018 |
| End of support | Nov 2023 |
| Cpu sockets | 4 |
| Cpu platform | Intel Xeon E5-4600 v4 Series Processors (up to 4 processors, 22 cores each, 135W TDP) |
| Memory slots | 48 |
| Memory type | DDR4-2133 / DDR4-2400 RDIMM / LRDIMM |
| Memory max (GB) | 3,072 |
| Drive bays | Up to 16x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives |
| Pcie slots | Up to 7 PCIe Gen3 slots |
| Gpu support | None supported |
| Network onboard | Network Daughter Card (NDC) slot; 1x 1GbE iDRAC8 port |
| Power supply | Dual redundant hot-plug 750W, 1100W or 1600W Platinum |
Generations
- Previous generation: Dell Poweredge R820
- Next generation: Dell PowerEdge R840
Reference prices (last 14 days, updated 2026-10-27)
Refurbished: EUR 821 to 842 (2 sightings, Oct 2026)
All sightings
| Seller | Condition | Price | Note | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| serverschmiede.com | refurbished | EUR 842 | incl-vat | 2026-10-27 |
| serverschmiede.com | refurbished | EUR 821 | incl-vat | 2026-10-27 |
Prices seen on public listings on the dates shown, before tax and shipping. Not an offer.
Compatible parts
RAID controllers
PERC-H730P Dell PERC H730P 12Gb/s SAS 2GB NV Cache Mini Mono / PCIe RAID Controller
PERC-H330 Dell PERC H330 12Gb/s SAS Entry RAID / HBA Controller
Works together
How the Dell PowerEdge R830 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 DB610S 1U rack
Lenovo ThinkSystem DB630S 2U rack
Lenovo ThinkSystem DB730S 2U rack
Storage
Dell Unity XT Unity 300 2U rack
Dell Unity XT Unity 400 2U rack
Dell PowerVault ME4012 2U rack
Dell PowerVault ME4024 2U rack
Dell PowerVault ME4084 5U rack
Dell Unity XT 380F 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 MD1400 2U rack
Dell PowerVault MD1420 2U rack
Dell PowerVault MD3400 2U rack
Dell PowerVault MD3420 2U rack- Dell PowerVault ME4012 2U rack
- Dell PowerVault ME4024 2U 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 DL560 Gen9
Buying a used R830: what to check
Inspect CPU mezzanine board connectors, confirm all 4 CPU heatsinks are present, verify dual 1600W power supplies, and test all 48 memory slots.
FAQ
What processors work in the PowerEdge R830?
Up to four Intel Xeon E5-4600 v4 (or v3) processors with up to 22 cores per socket.
Can the R830 run with two processors installed?
Yes, but half of the memory slots and PCIe lanes will be disabled until all four CPUs are populated.
Buying or selling R830?
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 R830 Technical Guide, checked 2026-10-27