Dell PowerEdge R630 Specifications
The R630 is a 13th Generation (13G) Dell PowerEdge rack server supporting Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 and v4 processors in a dual-socket configuration.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 1U Rack |
| Processors | 1 or 2x Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 |
| Max Cores | 22 per socket, 44 total |
| Memory Slots | 24x DDR4 (12 per CPU, 4 channels per CPU) |
| Max Memory | 1.5 TB with 64 GB LRDIMM modules |
| Memory Speed | Up to 2400 MT/s |
| Drive Bays | 24x 1.8" SSD, 10x 2.5", or 8x 2.5" (chassis dependent) |
| NVMe Support | Up to 4x NVMe via PCIe Express Flash bridge card |
| RAID Controllers | S130 (SW), H330, H730, H730P, H830 (external) |
| PCIe Slots | Up to 3x PCIe 3.0 plus dedicated PERC slot |
| Embedded NIC | 4x 1GbE, 2x 1GbE + 2x 10GbE, or 4x 10GbE |
| Management | iDRAC8 with Lifecycle Controller (Express/Enterprise) |
| Power Supply | Hot-swap redundant (495W/750W Platinum, 750W Titanium, 1100W DC) |
| Boot Options | Internal Dual SD Module (IDSDM), vFlash |
| Dimensions | 42.8mm (H) x 482mm (W) x 700-755mm (D) |
The R630 uses DDR4 memory across 24 DIMM slots — the same slot count as the 14th Gen R640. While memory speeds top out at 2400 MT/s (vs 2933 on the R640), the R630 provides a lower-cost entry point for DDR4 environments.
R630 Chassis Options at Enterasource
| Chassis | Front Drive Bays | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 8x2.5-inch SFF | 8x 2.5" SAS/SATA | Balanced compute and storage |
| 10x2.5-inch SFF | 10x 2.5" SAS/SATA (up to 4 NVMe) | Maximum 2.5" density in 1U |
| 24x1.8-inch SSD | 24x 1.8" SATA SSD | Dense all-flash for databases (R630 exclusive) |
All drives are hot-swappable. The 24x 1.8-inch SSD chassis is unique to the R630 — no other Dell PowerEdge 1U server offers this drive count in a single chassis, making it a compelling option for all-flash database and caching deployments.
Every R630 at Enterasource is configured to order with a 2-year warranty and free ground shipping to the lower 48 states.
Dell R630 vs R640 — 13th Gen vs 14th Gen
The R640 is the direct 14th Generation successor to the R630.
| Feature | R630 (13th Gen) | R640 (14th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Processors | Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 (max 22 cores) | Xeon Scalable Gen 1/2 (max 28 cores) |
| iDRAC | iDRAC8 (Java-based console) | iDRAC9 (HTML5, Redfish API) |
| Memory Speed | Up to 2400 MT/s | Up to 2933 MT/s |
| Max Memory | 1.5 TB (LRDIMM) | 3 TB (LRDIMM) |
| NVMe Support | Up to 4 via PCIe bridge card | Up to 10 CPU direct-attach |
| Persistent Memory | None | NVDIMM-N + Intel Optane DCPMM |
| BOSS Card | Not available | M.2 SATA RAID1 boot |
| NDC Options | Up to 4x 10GbE | Adds 2x 25GbE option |
| Unique Chassis | 24x 1.8" SSD | 10x NVMe CPU direct-attach |
| Refurbished Price | Lower | Higher |
Choose the R630 when budget is the primary concern and DDR4 at 2400 MT/s meets your workload requirements. The R630 also offers the unique 24x 1.8-inch SSD chassis for dense all-flash deployments. Choose the R640 when you need Xeon Scalable processors, iDRAC9 with HTML5 management, NVMe CPU direct-attach, or persistent memory.
Why Buy a Refurbished Dell PowerEdge R630
The R630 is the lowest-cost DDR4 1U server in the refurbished market. While newer generations offer higher core counts and faster memory, the R630 delivers proven enterprise reliability with Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 processors that remain widely supported across VMware, Hyper-V, and Linux distributions.
The R630 uses DDR4 memory, which remains more affordable than DDR5 in the current market. As the lowest-cost DDR4 1U server available refurbished, it provides a cost-effective option for budget-sensitive deployments. The R630 shares the same 1U form factor and rack compatibility as the R640.
Every R630 at Enterasource goes through our multi-point testing process and ships with a 2-year warranty, free ground shipping to the lower 48 states, and direct support from our team in Irvine, California.
Frequently Asked Questions
What generation is the Dell R630?
The Dell PowerEdge R630 is a 13th Generation (13G) server using Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 and v4 processors. The 12th Gen predecessor is the R620; the 14th Gen successor is the R640.
What is the difference between the Dell R630 and R640?
The R640 (14G) upgrades to Intel Xeon Scalable processors with up to 28 cores (vs 22), iDRAC9 with HTML5 console and Redfish API (vs Java-based iDRAC8), DDR4 at up to 2933 MT/s (vs 2400), up to 10 NVMe CPU direct-attach drives (vs 4 via bridge card), Intel Optane persistent memory, and BOSS M.2 boot. The R630 offers lower refurbished cost and the unique 24x 1.8-inch SSD chassis.
Does the Dell R630 support DDR4?
Yes. The R630 supports DDR4 memory up to 2400 MT/s across 24 DIMM slots, with a maximum capacity of 1.5 TB using 64 GB LRDIMM modules.
How much does a refurbished Dell R630 cost?
Pricing depends on chassis configuration, processor selection, memory capacity, and storage. The R630 is the most affordable DDR4 1U server in the refurbished market. Use the configurator on this page to select your components and request a quote. Enterasource builds every R630 to order with a 2-year warranty and free ground shipping to the lower 48 states.
Is the Dell R630 compatible with VMware ESXi?
Yes. The R630 supports VMware ESXi 6.0, 6.5, and 6.7. It includes Intel VT-x and VT-d for hardware-assisted virtualization. The R630 is also compatible with Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix XenServer, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and Canonical Ubuntu Server.
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