PowerEdge R540 Rack Server
Flexible by design
Adapt to a variety of application demands with a 2-socket, 2U rack server that offers an ideal balance of resources and affordability.
Starting at
$2,419.00
Dell Business Credit
Quarterly Business Sale: 50% Off
PowerEdge R540 Rack Server
COMPONENTS
Base
Motherboard
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Chassis
Shipping
Shipping Material
Regulatory
Processor
Additional Processor
Processor Thermal Configuration
Memory DIMM Type and Speed
Memory Configuration Type
Memoryi
RAID
RAID/Internal Storage Controllers
Hard Drive
Hard Drives for 2nd RAID Container
Hard Drives (PCIe SSD/Flex Bay)
Boot Optimized Storage Cards
Operating System
Licenses
OS Media Kits
Client Access Licenses
Additional Virtual Machines for Windows Sever
Embedded Systems Management
Group Manager
Password
iDRAC Systems Management Options
iDRAC Service Module
PCIe Riser
Additional Network Cards
Optics & Cables for Network Cards
Fibre Channel Adapters
Additional PCIe Cards
IDSDM and VFlash Card Reader
Additional Software
Internal SD Module
Internal Optical Drive
Fans
Power Supply
Power Cords
Bezel
Quick Sync 2 (At-the-box mgmt)
Power Management BIOS Settings
Advanced System Configurations
Rack Rails
Server Accessories
System Documentation
Secondary OS
Virtualization Software and Support
Enabled Virtualization
Microsoft SQL Server
Auto RAID Configuration - Standard
Distribution Label
SERVICES & SUPPORT
Extended Services
Keep Your Hard Drive for Enterprise Services
Keep Your Component for Enterprise Services
Data Sanitization or Destruction for Ent Service
Deployment Services
BIOS Settings - Standard
Dell Services: On-site Diagnosis Service
Dell SDS Residency Services
Configuration Services Asset Report
ACCESSORIES
Networking and Storage
Dell 8-port local access KVM with 18.5” KMM and all required SIPs and rack mount hardware to mount in same 1U space.
DKMM185-DAV-KIT8 includes the following components for your complete KVM and KMM solution with all SIPs and mounting hardware:
DAV2108-G01, Qty 1: Avocent AutoView for Dell: 8-port local KVM switch with two local users with a single power supply;
DMPUIQ-VMCHS-G01, Qty 8: Server interface module for VGA, USB keyboard, mouse supporting virtual media, CAC and USB2.0. Used with DMPU and DAV KVM appliances;
DRMK-77, Qty 1: Avocent KMMLED185 LED KVM bracket kit - works only with Avocent KVM for Dell;
DKMMLED185-G01, Qty 1: Avocent LED Console for Dell, 18.5", 1U, International English Keyboard.
TAA Compliant and includes 3-year advanced replacement warranty.
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DKMM185-DAV-KIT8 includes the following components for your complete KVM and KMM solution with all SIPs and mounting hardware:
DAV2108-G01, Qty 1: Avocent AutoView for Dell: 8-port local KVM switch with two local users with a single power supply;
DMPUIQ-VMCHS-G01, Qty 8: Server interface module for VGA, USB keyboard, mouse supporting virtual media, CAC and USB2.0. Used with DMPU and DAV KVM appliances;
DRMK-77, Qty 1: Avocent KMMLED185 LED KVM bracket kit - works only with Avocent KVM for Dell;
DKMMLED185-G01, Qty 1: Avocent LED Console for Dell, 18.5", 1U, International English Keyboard.
TAA Compliant and includes 3-year advanced replacement warranty.
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Dell Networking N1100-ON Series
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Dell Storage MD1400
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Regulatory
Quarterly Business Sale: 50% Off
PowerEdge R540 Rack Server
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Estimated Value
$4,846.00
$2,427.00
Shipping
Free
Dell Price
$2,419.00
Support prices are dependent on hardware and OS costs.
Dell Business Credit
Order Code pe_r540_tm_vi_vpq3
Features
Achieve performance at scale with the PowerEdge portfolio
Our modern compute platforms are built to scale easily and take advantage of technologies that lift application performance. The PowerEdge R540 rack server combines affordably and versatility, so you can adapt to a variety of applications and meet future demands.
- Scale compute resources with 2nd Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors and tailor performance based on your unique workload requirements.
- Optimize application performance with one-button tuning.
- Enable storage flexibility with up to 14 x 3.5" drives.
- Free up storage with boot-optimized M.2 SSDs.
Power your applications with a versatile 2-socket rack server
Satisfy a variety of applications with the flexible PowerEdge R540. Its balanced combination of resources, expandability and affordability adapt to the changing demands of a modern data center. Optimize your application performance with one-button tuning. Scale for future requirements with up to 14 x 3.5" drives. Embedded diagnostics and SupportAssist help to maximize uptime without added effort, in a worry-free environment.
Ideal for:
Ideal for:
- Virtualization
- Messaging
- Video streaming
The New Generation of PowerEdge Servers
Gain productivity with intelligent, embedded management
Dell EMC OpenManage intelligent automation enables you to spend less time on routine maintenance so you can focus on business-critical priorities.
- Help maximize uptime and reduce the IT effort to resolve issues by up to 72%* with ProSupport Plus and SupportAssist.
- Leverage existing management consoles with easy integrations for VMware® vSphere®, Microsoft® System Center and Nagios®.
- Improve productivity with agent-free Dell EMC iDRAC9 for automated management.
- Simplify deployment with OpenManage next-generation console and server profiles to configure and prep servers rapidly and scalably.
Fortify your data center with comprehensive protection
A comprehensive, cyber-resilient architecture with security embedded into every server helps to protect your data.
- Protect server configuration and firmware from malicious changes with new Configuration Lock-down.
- Use system erase of local storage to help ensure data privacy when you repurpose or retire servers.
- Automate updates that check file dependencies and proper update sequence, before deploying them independently from the OS/hypervisor.
- Take control of your firmware consoles with embedded authentication that is designed to allow only properly signed updates to run.
Dell EMC offers complete end-to-end services
Optimizing the IT lifecycle is vital. We have expert services* for all lifecycle phases that save you time and resources, reduce effort, and improve your IT experience.
Consulting
Consulting services give expert guidance to help you grow, optimize and transform your IT environment at your own pace and budget. We employ a broad range of certified consultants and engineers, backed by program management teams, who can deliver deep technical expertise. We give you the confidence that your project will be done right and on time.
Support
Gain the freedom to focus on your business transformation with the support expertise and insights Dell EMC is known for across the globe. Choose the right support based on the criticality of specific systems with available automated predictive analysis, collaborative third-party assistance and a Technology Service Manager.
Deployment
ProDeploy Enterprise Suite helps you get more out of technology starting on day one. Residency Service provides ongoing transition assistance to accelerate adoption. Trust our experts to lead deployments from basic hardware installations through planning, configuration and complex integrations to help you achieve business outcomes today and tomorrow.
Education
Education Services offers an expansive suite of training services with multiple delivery methods, including instructor-led, self-paced online and virtual instructor-led training. With comprehensive and flexible training programs, we make it easy to ensure your staff has the skills they need to successfully manage and utilize your new technology to its full potential.
Reviews
Dell EMC Infrastructure: Server Design Language Award
iF Design Award 2018 in the Product Discipline category — iF World Design Guide
iF Design Award 2018 in the Product Discipline category — iF World Design Guide
Dell EMC PowerEdge R540 Review
"Dell EMC's PowerEdge R540 aims to offer growing businesses a fine blend of value and performance." — IT Pro
"Dell EMC's PowerEdge R540 aims to offer growing businesses a fine blend of value and performance." — IT Pro
2017 CRN Annual Report Card: Industry Standard Servers Winner
"Dell EMC’s win included an especially strong product innovation performance, support and partnership." — CRN®
"Dell EMC’s win included an especially strong product innovation performance, support and partnership." — CRN®
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