Skip to main content

PowerEdge XE9680L Rack Server

AI training, large-scale inferencing and High Performance Computing

Unmatched Performance for AI Excellence in a 4U liquid cooled chassis.

Commonly asked questions about tech specs
chat_callout Still have Questions? Call 877-275-3355 or Click to chat

Processor

Two 5th Generation Intel™ Xeon™ Scalable processors with up to 64 cores per processor

Cooling options  
Liquid cooled CPUs, GPUs, and NVLink Switches

Operating System

Canonical Ubuntu Server LTS

Chipset

Intel® C741 chipset

Accelerators

8 x NVIDIA HGX H200 141GB 700W SXM5 GPUs, fully interconnected with NVIDIA NVLink technology**
8 x NVIDIA HGX B200 180GB 1000W SXM5 GPUs, fully interconnected with NVIDIA NVLink technology

** Note: The NVIDIA HGX H200 GPU is available post-RTS.

Memory

DIMM Speed
Up to 5600 MT/s on the 5th Generation Intel® Xeon Scalable processors at 1 DPC
Up to 4400 MT/s on the 5th Generation Intel® Xeon Scalable processors at 2 DPC

Memory Type
RDIMM

Memory Module Slots
32 DDR5 DIMM slots

Maximum RAM
RDIMM 4 TB max

Storage

Front Bays
Up to 8 x 2.5-inch NVMe drives max 122.88 TB

Storage Controllers

Internal Boot
Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (NVMe BOSS-N1): HWRAID 1, 2 x M.2 SSDs
 
Internal controllers
NA

Security

Cryptographically signed firmware
Data at Rest Encryption (SEDs with local or external key mgmt)
Secure Boot
Secured Component Verification (Hardware integrity check)
Secure Erase
Silicon Root of Trust
System Lockdown (requires iDRAC9 Enterprise or Datacenter)
TPM 2.0 FIPS, CC-TCG certified

Management

Embedded / At-the-Server
iDRAC9
iDRAC Direct
iDRAC RESTful API with Redfish
iDRAC Service Module 

Consoles
CloudIQ for PowerEdge plug in
OpenManage Enterprise 
OpenManage Power Manager plugin
OpenManage Service plugin
OpenManage Update Manager plugin

Tools
Dell System Update
Dell Repository Manager
Enterprise Catalogs
iDRAC RESTful API with Redfish
IPMI
RACADM CLI

OpenManage Integrations
BMC Truesight
OpenManage Integration with ServiceNow
Terraform Providers
Red Hat Ansible Modules 


Power Supplies

2800W Titanium 200-240 VAC or 240 VDC, hot swap redundant
3000W Titanium 200-240 VAC or 240 VDC, hot swap redundant for B200 GPU

Fans
Up to six high performance (HPR) gold grade fans installed on the top layer
Up to six high performance (HPR) gold grade fans installed on the bottom layer of the system


Ports

Network Options
1 x OCP 3.0 (x8 PCIe lanes)

Front Ports
1 x iDRAC Direct (Micro-AB USB) port
1 x USB 2.0
1 x VGA

Rear Ports
1 x USB 2.0
1 x USB 3.0
1 x iDRAC Direct ethernet port

Slots

PCIe
Up to 12 x16 Gen5 (x16 PCIe) full-height, half-length

Bezel    
Optional LCD bezel or security bezel

Dimensions & Weight

Height
174.3 mm (6.86")

Width
Upper 2U: 447 mm (17.59")
Lower 2U: 434 mm (17.08")

Depth
1037.57 mm (40.82") with bezel
1025.62 mm (40.37") without bezel

Weight
Up to 210.76 lbs (95.6 kgs)

Recommended Support

Reduce complexity and enable your IT teams to drive innovation with Dell Services.  Unparalleled IT support, expert deployment, skilled management, as well as AI-powered technology that enhances your IT and end-user experiences. Contact your Dell representative today for more information. Availability and terms of Dell Services vary by region. For more information, go to www.delltechnologies.com/Services

Your system supports the Generic Tool-less stab-in sliding rail. The Generic Tool-less stab-in sliding rail supports tool-less installation in 19" EIA-310-E compliant square hole and unthreaded round hole 4-post racks. It allows for the partial extension of the system out of the rack, enabling serviceability of key internal components.

Test drive our server management solutions

Experience PowerEdge server management software with self-paced virtual labs and guided demos.
Try our server management software in free, real-time virtual environments.
Learn about key features of our server management software through guided demonstrations.
Support

Dell Support

From drivers and manuals to diagnostic tools and replacement parts, Dell Product Support has you covered!

Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors

Compare

Add the products you would like to compare, and quickly determine which is best for your needs.

Add the products you would like to compare, and quickly determine which is best for your needs.