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Have you ever asked yourself: 'Do I really need the newest generation server? Why is the latest and greatest better? What exactly am I paying for?'

We can provide a simple comparison of the Dell PowerEdge R720 and PowerEdge R710 servers answering common questions from IT professionals. Take a look at this quick breakdown of the Dell PowerEdge R720 and R710 product specifications to find out what you’re actually getting in both models.

Processors

Similar to other newer generation servers, the Dell PowerEdge R720 upgraded to a newer CPU family. The R720 supports the Intel Xeon E5-2600 product family, an upgrade from the Intel Xeon 5500 and 5600 product lines supported by the PowerEdge R710. What does this mean exactly? Intel’s E5-2600 processors have up to 20MB cache and up to 8 cores versus the 5500 and 5600 processors which max out at 12MB Cache and 6 cores. These 8-core processors are ideal for increased security, I/O innovation and network capabilities, and overall performance.

Memory

1. Featuring embedded hypervisors, large memory capacity with 18 DIMM slots, and four integrated network connections, the Dell PowerEdge R710 delivers better overall system performance and greater virtual machine-per-server capacity.
2. Featuring embedded hypervisors, large memory capacity with 18 DIMM slots, and 4 integrated network connections, the Dell PowerEdge R710 delivers better overall system performance and greater virtual machine-per-server capacity.
3. While the R710 supports up to 288GB max memory with 18 DIMM slots, the R720 boasts up to 768GB max memory and a whopping 24 DIMM slots. The R720 can also take a newer faster DDR3 memory than the R710. Now that everyone is turning to virtualization, the need for more memory has rapidly increased. Do you really need 768GB of memory, though?
4. Aug 11, 2017 First of all, forget about the 16GB sticks. 1, you do not have enough of them. 2, they are quad rank and will limit your options. I agree with Sid and would start with the 8GB in slots (A1, A2, A3) and (B1, B2, B3) to make sure that they are all working, you will also want to make sure the BIOS is set to run in Memory Optimized mode (sometimes also referred to as Performance Optimized).

While the R710 supports up to 288GB max memory with 18 DIMM slots, the R720 boasts up to 768GB max memory and a whopping 24 DIMM slots. The R720 can also take a newer faster DDR3 memory than the R710. Now that everyone is turning to virtualization, the need for more memory has rapidly increased. Do you really need 768GB of memory, though? Here’s a good rule of thumb to follow: you should generally allocate 2GB memory per virtual machine (VM).

Storage

RE: Poweredge R710 Memory Upgrade Configuration I currently have 6 - 16GB chips in the server located in slots A1, A2, A3 & B1, B2, B3. I need to add either 2 or 6 more sticks of 16GB to this mix.

If you're looking for immense storage capabilities, the R720 might be for you. The R720 supports up to 32TB maximum internal storage, including up to eight 3.5' hard drives or sixteen 2.5' hard drives. The R710 also supports a high level of internal storage maxing out at 18TB. That includes up to six 3.5' hard drives or eight 2.5” hard drives. Either option, R720 or R710, provides support for 6Gb/s SAS, SATA, and SSD drives.

RAID Controller

With more internal storage capabilities comes the need to upgrade internal RAID controllers. While the R720 can support the PERC H310, H710, and H710p internal RAID controllers, the R710 is limited to the PERC 6/i, H200, H700, and SAS 6/iR internal RAID controllers. A limitation of PERC 6/i and SAS/iR controllers is the 3Gb/s interface. The difference to note among the other internal RAID controllers is the RAID levels supported. All RAID levels are supported by the PERC H710p, H710, and H700, whereas the others have limitations.

Remote Management

Another difference between the R720 and R710 is the remote management featured. The R710 comes standard with the iDRAC6 Express whereas R720 comes standard with iDRAC7 Express. iDRAC 7 is license-based and features embedded tools, console integration, and simplified remote access.

We hope this overview of the PowerEdge R720 and R710 provided useful insights to help you decide on your next hardware purchase. Check out our recorded webinar 'Advances in Server Technology: What Every IT Buyer Should Know' to learn more about the application uses for each server generation.

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Eleven years after its release date in 2009, the Dell R710 is the most widely searched PowerEdge server. The R710 still flourishes in the aftermarket, costing anywhere from $150-$2000 depending on the configuration.

Enthusiasts claim that it hits the perfect balance between cost, performance, noise and power usage, especially for home setups. They also praise Dell for having easy to find firmware.

PowerEdge R710 Mounting Equipment

This equipment is either designed specifically for the PE R710 or satisfies its mounting criteria. You may find additional products that are compatible with the R710 on our website.

• Fixed Rail: Dell PowerEdge R710 Rack Rails
• Slide Rail: Dell PowerEdge R710 Slide Rails
  
• Racks: 19” width, 27”-30” depth
• Universal Rail: Universal Rack Rails
• Shelf: Tool-less Rack Shelf

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Dell R710 tech specs

• Dell created two chassis variants of the R710 that each take up two units of rack space.

• The motherboard that comes with the Dell R710 is compatible with Intel Xeon 5500 and 5600 series processors using the Intel 5520 chipset. These processors come in six-core and quad-core variants. The server is able to have multiple CPUs.

• The motherboard supports up to 288GB of 1333MHz memory through 18 DIMM slots. Dell flagged an updated BIOS for the Dell R710 as “urgent” and is available to download on their website.

• SAS SSD SATA SSD, SAS, nearline SAS and SATA storage devices are compatible. The system supports up to 18TB of internal storage. There are 2.5 and 3.5 inch drive bays.

• The R710 is shipped with either two 570W power supplies or two 870W power supplies depending on customer preferences. It is compatible with 1000W-5600W uninterruptible power supplies. Check with this power consumption calculator to estimate your needs

Dell PowerEdge R710 dimensions and rack compatibility

The Dell R710 chassis is 2 rack units in height, has a depth of 28 inches and will fit in standard EIA 19 inch racks.

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Universal rails that have a height of 2U and support up to 29 inches of depth will be compatible with the R710. A benefit of these is the ability to re-use them for different servers or future upgrades.

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