Dell PowerEdge R860
Brand: Dell | Category: Servers
SKU: R860-BASE | Part #: R860-BASE | MPN: R860-BASE
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About the Dell PowerEdge R860
The Dell PowerEdge R860 (part number R860-BASE) delivers exceptional performance through redundant hot-plug power supplies available in 1100W, 1400W, or 2400W configurations with Platinum and Titanium efficiency ratings, directly reducing operational expenditure and data centre cooling overhead. This 4U rack-mount server is engineered for enterprise workloads requiring maximum density and reliability within standard 19-inch EIA-310 racks.
Built on the 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processor architecture with two sockets, the Dell PowerEdge R860 scales to 8TB of DDR5 memory across 64 DIMM slots, accommodating demanding in-memory databases, virtualisation, and high-performance computing applications. The system supports up to 16 hot-plug 2.5-inch drive bays accepting SAS, SATA, or NVMe media, paired with flexible RAID options including PERC H965i, H755, and H355 controllers. Twelve PCIe Generation 5 expansion slots and one OCP 3.0 slot enable deployment of double-width GPU and accelerator cards, while the embedded Broadcom 5720 Dual-Port 1GbE LAN-on-motherboard provides baseline connectivity with additional OCP and PCIe NIC options. Hot-plug redundant fan modules with standard and high-performance variants ensure thermal headroom across variable workloads.
Storage architects, cloud infrastructure teams, and IT procurement departments standardising on Dell platforms will find the R860-BASE a critical foundation for hyperscale and enterprise deployments. Comprehensive systems management via iDRAC9 with OpenManage Enterprise, Redfish API, and RESTful interfaces streamlines lifecycle operations, while Silicon Root of Trust, cryptographically signed firmware, and Secure Boot protect against firmware-level threats. Support for Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and VMware ESXi ensures seamless integration into existing environments. To explore configuration options, pricing, and availability tailored to your infrastructure roadmap, contact Omnixon Global to submit your request for quotation.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
| Category | Servers |
| SKU | R860-BASE |
| Part Number | R860-BASE |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 16TB DDR5 |
| Form Factor | 4U |
| Interface | NVMe |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R860-BASE |
| Form Factor | 4U Rack |
| Processor Sockets | 2 |
| Processor Family | 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable (Sapphire Rapids) |
| Memory Slots | 64 x DIMM slots |
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 8TB |
| Drive Bays | Up to 16 x 2.5-inch hot-plug (SAS, SATA, or NVMe) |
| PCIe Expansion Slots | Up to 12 PCIe Gen 5 slots |
| OCP Slot | 1 x OCP 3.0 |
| RAID Support | PERC H965i, H755, H355 (internal); HBA355i adapter options |
| Network Controller | Broadcom 5720 Dual-Port 1GbE LOM (embedded); additional OCP and PCIe NIC options |
| Power Supply | Hot-plug redundant PSUs (1100W, 1400W, or 2400W Platinum/Titanium options) |
| Systems Management | iDRAC9 with OpenManage Enterprise; Redfish API; iDRAC Direct (USB); iDRAC RESTful API |
| Security Features | Silicon Root of Trust, Cryptographically Signed Firmware, Secure Boot, iDRAC Lockdown Mode |
| Operating Systems Supported | Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi |
| Cooling | Hot-plug redundant fan modules with standard and high-performance fan options |
| Rack Compatibility | Standard 19-inch rack (EIA-310) |
| GPU / Accelerator Support | PCIe Gen 5 slots support double-width GPU and accelerator cards |
Frequently Asked Questions about Dell PowerEdge R860
What does the Dell PowerEdge R860 do?
The Dell PowerEdge R860 is built for enterprise data-center workloads — virtualization (VMware, Proxmox, Nutanix), private cloud, database hosting, and AI/ML training. It fits standard EIA-310 server racks and supports redundant PSUs and hot-swap drives common in production environments.
What are the headline specs of the Dell PowerEdge R860?
Key specifications for the Dell PowerEdge R860: new condition; category PowerEdge Server; processor Intel Xeon SP 4th Gen; max cores 120; memory 16TB DDR5; storage 32x SFF NVMe; gpu support 8x GPU. Manufacturer part number R860-BASE. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.