Dell PowerEdge T160
The PowerEdge T160 is a space-saving entry tower server featuring a redesigned compact chassis that is 42 percent smaller than preceding models. Equipped with Intel Xeon E-2400 processors, DDR5 ECC memory, and whisper-quiet fans, it is tailored for point-of-sale and small office workloads.
Also written as: PowerEdge T160, Dell T160, T160 Tower Server
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Family | PowerEdge T |
| Form factor | tower |
| Released | May 2024 |
| Cpu sockets | 1 |
| Cpu platform | Intel Xeon E-2400 series or Pentium processors |
| Memory slots | 4 |
| Memory type | DDR5 ECC UDIMM up to 4400 MT/s |
| Drive bays | Up to 3x 3.5in cabled SATA/SAS drives or 5x 2.5in drives |
| Pcie slots | Up to 3x PCIe Gen4 slots |
| Power supply | Single cabled 300W or 500W Bronze/Platinum PSU |
Generations
- Previous generation: Dell PowerEdge T150
Compatible parts
HBAs
405-AAST Dell HBA355i Front SAS 12Gb/s Host Bus Adapter
Boot devices
BOSS-N1 Dell Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem BOSS-N1 with M.2 NVMe SSDs
RAID controllers
PERC-H355 Dell PERC H355 12Gb/s SAS PCIe Gen4 Entry RAID / HBA Controller
PERC-H755 Dell PERC H755 Front SAS 12Gb/s 8GB NV Cache PCIe Gen4 RAID Controller
Works together
How the Dell PowerEdge T160 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
Dell Connectrix DS-7730B 2U switch
Dell Connectrix DS-7720B 1U rack
Dell Connectrix MP-7850B 1U switch
Dell Connectrix ED-DCX7-8B 14U director chassis
Storage
Dell PowerProtect DD9410 2U appliance + shelves
Dell PowerProtect DD9910 2U appliance + shelves
Dell PowerStore 3200Q 2U rack
Dell PowerStore 5200Q 2U rack
Dell PowerMax 2500 4U multi-node rack
Dell PowerMax 8500 system bay multi-enclosure
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-BBGN Dell Broadcom 57412 Dual Port 10GbE SFP+ PCIe Adapter
540-BBGO Dell Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 10GBASE-T RJ45 PCIe Adapter
540-BBGP Dell Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 10GBASE-T RJ45 OCP 3.0 Adapter
540-BBGY Dell Broadcom 57414 Dual Port 10/25GbE SFP28 PCIe Low Profile Network Adapter
Switches
Dell PowerSwitch Z9664F-ON 2U switch
Dell PowerSwitch S5448F-ON 1U switch
Dell PowerSwitch N3248TE-ON 1U switch
Dell PowerSwitch Z9432F-ON 1U switch
Storage
- Dell PowerProtect DD9410 2U appliance + shelves
- Dell PowerProtect DD9910 2U appliance + shelves
- Dell PowerStore 3200Q 2U rack
- Dell PowerStore 5200Q 2U rack
- Dell PowerMax 2500 4U multi-node rack
- Dell PowerMax 8500 system bay multi-enclosure
Optics
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
HBA465E Dell HBA465e External Host Bus Adapter
Storage
Dell PowerVault ME5012 2U rack
Dell PowerVault ME5024 2U rack
Dell PowerVault ME5084 5U rack
Dell PowerStore NVMe Expansion Enclosure (ENS24) 2U rack
Dell PowerStore 7000T 2U rack
Dell PowerEdge MX5016s blade
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-BBGN Dell Broadcom 57412 Dual Port 10GbE SFP+ PCIe Adapter
- 540-BBGO Dell Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 10GBASE-T RJ45 PCIe Adapter
- 540-BBGP Dell Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 10GBASE-T RJ45 OCP 3.0 Adapter
- 540-BBGY Dell Broadcom 57414 Dual Port 10/25GbE SFP28 PCIe Low Profile Network Adapter
Switches
- Dell PowerSwitch Z9664F-ON 2U switch
- Dell PowerSwitch S5448F-ON 1U switch
- Dell PowerSwitch N3248TE-ON 1U switch
- Dell PowerSwitch Z9432F-ON 1U switch
Storage
Dell PowerScale F210 1U node
Dell PowerScale F710 1U node
Dell PowerStore 1200T 2U rack
Dell PowerStore 3200T 2U rack
Dell PowerStore 5200T 2U rack
Dell PowerStore 9200T 2U rack
Optics
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
Check compatibility with Dell
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Dell has tested with the Dell PowerEdge T160.
- Compatibility Dell E-Lab Navigator (storage and SAN interoperability) (free vendor sign-in)
- Support Dell Support: drivers, manuals and service tag lookup
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What makes the PowerEdge T160 suitable for small office environments?
The T160 features an ultra-compact chassis footprint (42% smaller than T150) and whisper-quiet acoustics, enabling placement under desks or inside compact office areas.
Does the T160 support hardware remote management?
Yes, it integrates Dell iDRAC9 for secure out-of-band remote administration, alerting, and automated deployment.
Buying or selling T160?
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 T160 Product Details, checked 2026-10-27
- Dell PowerEdge T160 Technical Documentation, checked 2026-10-27
- Dell PowerEdge T160 spec sheet, checked 2026-10-28