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Dell PowerVault ME4024

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Dell PowerVault ME40242U rack24 × SFF 2.5" baysmax 16 GB

The Dell PowerEdge ME4024 is an enterprise 2U rack server powered by 2 Dual active-active controllers, Intel Broadwell-DE 2-core processor per controller (4 cores total) and 24 memory slots supporting up to 16GB DDR4 ECC Registered RDIMM. Configured with 24x 2.5-inch SAS/SSD drives in base array; expands up to 264 drives via ME412/ME424/ME484 DAEs and PCIe expansion risers, the ME4024 delivers balanced compute and I/O density for enterprise database, hypervisor, and application workloads.

Also written as: PowerVault ME4024, Dell ME4024, ME4024 SAN/DAS

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Specifications

BrandDell
FamilyPowerVault
Form factor2U rack
ReleasedSep 2018
End of saleJun 2022
End of supportAug 2027
Cpu platformDual active-active controllers, Intel Broadwell-DE 2-core processor per controller (4 cores total)
Memory max (GB)16
Drive bays24x 2.5-inch SAS/SSD drives in base array; expands up to 264 drives via ME412/ME424/ME484 DAEs
Raw capacityUp to 184TB raw in base enclosure (up to 2.4 PB with expansion shelves)
Network onboard4 host ports per controller (8 ports total) supporting 16Gb/8Gb FC, 10GbE/1GbE iSCSI, or 12Gb SAS
Power supplyDual redundant hot-plug 580W power supplies

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About the ME4024

The Dell PowerEdge ME4024 is an enterprise 2U rack server engineered for computing and virtualization workloads. Powered by 2 Dual active-active controllers, Intel Broadwell-DE 2-core processor per controller (4 cores total) across 24 memory slots supporting up to 16GB DDR4 ECC Registered RDIMM, the ME4024 balances throughput and memory capacity. In Dell's server catalog, the ME4024 succeeded the POWERVAULT-MD3420 and was followed by the POWERVAULT-ME5024, positioned alongside rival systems including MSA-2052, THINKSYSTEM-DE2000F.

Options and compatibility

Processor support on the ME4024 utilizes 2 embedded dual storage controllers sockets with thermal heatsinks matching CPU power envelopes. System memory slots on the ME4024 require DDR4 ECC Registered RDIMM modules, and mixing RDIMM with LRDIMM memory is not supported. The ME4024 chassis utilizes proprietary array drive carrier drive trays across its 2.5-inch drive backplane bays. Networking on the ME4024 uses optical front-end host I/O modules, and expansion cards install into PCIe expansion risers risers.

How to identify it

Physical identification of the ME4024 is verified by the Dell EMC enterprise storage array front fascia with the ME4024 badge on the front chassis ear. The pull-out information tag on the ME4024 control panel displays the 7-character Dell Service Tag and default login credentials. In Array Management Controller, the server identifies as ME4024 with active firmware, slot mapping, and power telemetry.

Buying used

When evaluating a pre-owned ME4024, inspect the embedded dual storage controllers CPU socket pins for damage and ensure retention clips are intact. Run Dell ePSA diagnostics across all 24 memory slots of the ME4024 to verify zero uncorrectable ECC faults under load. Verify that redundant power supplies in the ME4024 match in wattage and that Array Management Controller Enterprise remote console is enabled. Ensure required ME4024 drive caddies and bracket accessories are present.

Compatible parts

Hard drives

Transceivers

Works together

How the Dell PowerVault ME4024 connects to servers, storage and the network: 3 ways, with the parts and products on each path.

Fibre Channel SANiSCSI and NVMe/TCP over EthernetDirect-attached SAS

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).

Servers

Adapters for the server

Optics

Fibre Channel SAN: how it fits together

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.

Servers

Adapters for the server

Switches

Optics

iSCSI and NVMe/TCP over Ethernet: how it fits together

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.

Servers

Adapters for the server

Direct-attached SAS: how it fits together

Plan and size it

Equivalent models from other brands

FAQ

What performance does the ME4024 achieve?

Up to 320,000 IOPS and 5.5 GB/s sequential throughput when fully populated with solid-state drives.

What expansion shelves are supported by the ME4024?

ME412 (12x 3.5), ME424 (24x 2.5), and ME484 (84x 3.5) SAS expansion shelves.

Buying or selling ME4024?

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.

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