Dell PowerEdge XR4000
The PowerEdge XR4000 is an ultra-shallow 2U multi-node edge server system designed for retail branches, manufacturing floors, and remote clinics. Offering rackmount (XR4000r) and wall-mount shoebox (XR4000z) form factors with hot-swappable compute sleds, it brings high availability to the edge.
Also written as: PowerEdge XR4000, Dell XR4000, XR4000 Multi-Node Edge Chassis, XR4000z, XR4000r
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Family | PowerEdge XR |
| Form factor | modular chassis |
| Released | Dec 2022 |
| Chassis size | 2U short-depth (355mm) modular edge enclosure (shoebox or rack form factors) |
| Sled slots | Supports up to 4x 1U compute sleds (XR4510c) or 2x 2U compute sleds (XR4520c) |
| Witness sled | Dedicated optional nano-witness sled for two-node local cluster quorum |
| Operating temp | -5C to 55C continuous operating range |
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 XR4000.
- 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 are the form factor options available for the XR4000?
Dell provides the XR4000r (standard 19-inch 2U rackmount with 14-inch depth) and the XR4000z (compact shoebox chassis for wall or shelf mounting outside racks).
What is the function of the nano-witness sled in the XR4000?
The nano-witness sled acts as an internal quorum tiebreaker for two-node VMware vSAN clusters, enabling self-contained edge high availability without cloud dependencies.
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Sources
- Dell PowerEdge XR4000 Product Details, checked 2026-10-27
- Dell PowerEdge XR4000 Technical Documentation, checked 2026-10-27