Build Your Own Dell PowerEdge R940 | Custom R940 Configurator
Handle the most demanding enterprise workloads with our Dell PowerEdge R940 Build-Your-Own Servers. Perfect for IT professionals, home lab enthusiasts, and server beginners, this high-capacity 3U rack server lets you customize processors, memory, storage drives, RAID controllers, and networking options to match your exact workload requirements.
The R940 is ideal for large-scale virtualization, mission-critical databases, private cloud deployments, and high-performance computing, delivering enterprise-grade reliability, scalability, and efficiency. Every custom server is professionally assembled, rigorously tested, and backed by our 365-day warranty with a money-back satisfaction guarantee, so you can build and deploy with confidence.
Build a Dell PowerEdge R940 server optimized for performance, storage, and enterprise flexibility—perfect for businesses, data centers, or advanced IT projects.
Choose from Two R940 Storage Options
Option 1: Dell PowerEdge R940 8-Bay Server
8-Bay 2.5" Chassis
Balance cost and performance with this versatile option, offering eight 2.5" drive bays for flexible storage configurations.
Option 2: Dell PowerEdge R940 24-Bay Server
24-Bay 2.5" Drive Option
24-Bay 2.5" drive performance, scalability, and manageability dependable performance, flexible storage options.
Dell PowerEdge R940 Server
Specifications & Resources
R940 Model Overview
Overview
The Dell PowerEdge R940 is a high-performance, four-socket, 3U rack server built to run mission-critical applications and make real-time decisions. It is suited for data-intensive workloads such as data analytics, in-memory databases, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications.
Performance
The PowerEdge R940 is powered by up to four 2nd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors, with up to 28 cores per processor. This server supports up to 15.36TB of memory across 48 DIMM slots, including support for Intel Optane DC Persistent Memory, providing exceptional performance for the most demanding workloads.
Storage Options
This server model offers extensive storage configurations:
- Up to 12 x 3.5" or 2.5" SAS/SATA/SSD/NVMe drives: Ideal for high-performance and high-capacity storage needs.
- Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS): Supports M.2 SSDs for efficient boot drives12.
Networking
The PowerEdge R940 includes integrated dual 1GbE network ports, providing reliable connectivity for most business applications. For enhanced networking capabilities, additional PCIe slots are available for network expansion cards, allowing for further customization.
Energy Efficiency
Equipped with 80 PLUS Platinum-certified power supplies, the PowerEdge R940 is designed to reduce power consumption and operational costs. Its 3U form factor also contributes to efficient use of data center space.
Management
The server includes Dell's integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC9) with Lifecycle Controller, providing comprehensive remote management capabilities. This allows administrators to monitor, manage, update, and deploy the server from anywhere, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
Use Cases
The Dell PowerEdge R940 is suitable for a variety of use cases, including:
- Data analytics
- In-memory databases
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
- High-performance computing (HPC)
- Virtualization
Why Choose This Server?
The Dell PowerEdge R940 is notable for its performance, scalability, and ease of management. It is built to handle even the most demanding workloads efficiently, making it a dependable option for enterprises trying to improve their IT infrastructure. The PowerEdge R940 is a superb investment for modern data centers, thanks to its powerful performance, versatile storage options, and intelligent management tools.