The Dell PowerEdge R550 Rack Server is a dual-socket 2U rack server designed to provide a balance of performance, scalability, and efficiency for enterprise workloads. It is part of Dell’s 15th Generation PowerEdge servers, offering the latest in technology for mid-range and entry-level data center needs. Here are the detailed product features:

1. Processor and Performance

• The Dell PowerEdge R550 Rack Server, CPU Options: Supports up to two 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors, with core counts ranging from 8 to 40 cores per processor.
• Max TDP: Supports processors with up to 270W TDP, allowing for high-performance workloads.
• Dell PowerEdge R550 Rack Server, Cache: L3 cache sizes vary depending on the processor model, providing fast data access.

2. Memory

• DIMM Slots: 16 DDR4 DIMM slots (8 DIMMs per CPU).
• Memory Type: Supports DDR4 RDIMM or LRDIMM, with speeds up to 3200 MT/s.
• Max Memory Capacity: Up to 2 TB using LRDIMMs or 1 TB with RDIMMs.
• Memory Protection: Supports ECC (Error-Correcting Code) for higher reliability and security.

3. Storage

• Drive Bays:
  • 8 x 3.5″ hot-plug SAS/SATA or 4 x 3.5″ + 2 x 2.5″ drive options.
  • 12 x 3.5″ front bays for maximum storage density.
  • NVMe options for ultra-fast storage performance.
• Max Internal Storage: Up to 120 TB using SAS/SATA drives.
• RAID Support: Supports hardware RAID controllers, such as PERC H755, H750, and H345, offering various RAID levels for data protection.
• BOSS Card: Optional Boot Optimized Storage Solution (BOSS) for booting OS from reliable, redundant SSD storage.

4. I/O and Expansion

• Dell PowerEdge R550 Rack Server, PCIe Slots: Up to 3 PCIe Gen4 expansion slots, allowing for high-speed add-on cards like NICs, HBAs, or GPUs.
• Networking Options:
  • Embedded 2 x 1GbE LOM (LAN on Motherboard).
  • Optional NIC options for higher bandwidth (up to 25GbE or more) through PCIe slots.
• USB Ports:
  • Front: 1 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB 3.0.
  • Rear: 2 x USB 3.0.
  • Internal: 1 x USB 3.0 for internal use.
• Serial and VGA Ports: 1 x Serial port, 1 x VGA port.

5. Power and Cooling

• Power Supply: Supports hot-plug, redundant power supply units (PSUs):
  • 495W, 750W, or 1100W Titanium/Platinum PSUs, offering energy efficiency and reliability.
• Cooling System: Equipped with hot-swappable, redundant fans that adjust their speed based on system workload and environmental conditions, maintaining optimal thermal performance.

6. Management and Security

• iDRAC9 (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller): Offers comprehensive remote management capabilities, including power control, monitoring, and firmware updates.
• OpenManage Enterprise: Simplifies management of server life cycles from deployment to day-to-day operations.
• Security Features:
  • TPM 2.0 for cryptographic operations.
  • Secure Boot and system lockdown to protect against unauthorized changes.
  • System Erase for quick and secure decommissioning of storage devices.
• Dell Technologies Safeguard: Enhances security with hardware root of trust, signed firmware, and silicon-based security.

7. Operating System Support

• Compatible with a wide range of operating systems:
  • Windows Server
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
  • Ubuntu Server
  • VMware ESXi

8. Form Factor

• Rack Height: 2U rack form factor.
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 87.3 mm (3.44 inches)
  • Width: 434.0 mm (17.09 inches)
  • Depth: 677.8 mm (26.68 inches)
• Weight: Approximately 16.3 kg (starting weight, depending on configuration).

9. Use Cases

• Dell PowerEdge R550 Rack Server, Ideal for businesses that need robust performance at scale, with a focus on virtualization, data analytics, storage management, and dense data center configurations.
• Suitable for industries like education, retail, and healthcare that require a versatile platform for both compute and storage-heavy applications.

10. Additional Features

• Boot-Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS-S1): Provides redundant boot drive options, minimizing downtime risks.
• Multi-Vector Cooling Technology: Ensures efficient cooling, adjusting fan speeds according to real-time demands to maintain energy efficiency and quiet operation.
• NVDIMM: Support for Non-Volatile Memory Modules to help with quick recovery and lower data loss risks during power failures.

Dell PowerEdge R550 Rack Server

• Processor: Intel Xeon Silver 4310 (2.1GHz /3.3GHz, 18MB Cache, 12Core/24 Threads) 120W
• Memory: 16GB (1*16GB) RDIMM, 3200MT/s, Dual Rank, x8z
• Internal storage: 1 x 1.2TB Hard Drive SAS ISE 12Gbps 10k 512n 2.5in with 3.5in HYB CARR
• Storage controller:  PERC H755 SAS Front
• Optical Drive: No Internal Optical Drive
• Network interfaces: Broadcom 5720 Dual Port 1Gb On-Board LOM
• Broadcom 5720 Quad Port 1GbE B ASE-T Adapter, OCP NIC 3.0
• Systems Management: iDRAC9, Enterprise 15G
• Power supply: Dual, Hot-Plug, Power Supply (1+1), 800W Mixed Mode
• Ready Rails Sliding Rails without Cable Management Arm
• Warranty: 3Yrs ProSupport Warranty – NBD (Emerging Only)