DELL PowerEdge R250 Server
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Condition
Refurbished
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CPU
2×8GB DDR4 RDIMM 2133MHz
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RAM
noHDD (up to 8 HDD 2.5'' SFF)
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Condition
Refurbished
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CPU
2×8GB DDR4 RDIMM 2133MHz
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RAM
noHDD (up to 8 HDD 2.5'' SFF)
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Condition
Refurbished
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CPU
2×8GB DDR4 RDIMM 2133MHz
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RAM
noHDD (up to 8 HDD 2.5'' SFF)
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Condition
Refurbished
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CPU
2×8GB DDR4 RDIMM 2133MHz
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RAM
noHDD (up to 8 HDD 2.5'' SFF)
Processor
One Intel Xeon E-2300 Series processor with up to 8 cores, or one Intel Pentium processor with up to 2 cores
Memory
- 4 DDR4 DIMM slots
- Supports UDIMMs, maximum capacity 128 GB
- Memory speed: up to 3200 MT/s
- Supports unregistered ECC DDR4 DIMMs only
- For Intel Pentium processors, the maximum memory speed is 2666 MT/s
Storage controllers
- Internal controllers: PERC H345, PERC H355, PERC H755, HBA355i, S150
- Internal boot options: Internal Dual SD Module, USB, or Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem BOSS-S1
- BOSS-S1: HWRAID, 2 x M.2 SSDs
- External non-RAID HBA: HBA355e
Drive bays
- Up to 4 x 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA HDD/SSD, max. 30.72 TB
- Up to 2 x 3.5-inch cabled SAS/SATA HDD/SSD, max. 15.36 TB
- Up to 4 x 3.5-inch cabled SAS/SATA HDD/SSD, max. 30.72 TB
Power supplies
- 450 W Bronze, 100-240 V AC, cabled
- 450 W Platinum, 100-240 V AC, cabled
- 700 W Titanium, 200-240 V AC, cabled
- 700 W Titanium, 240 V DC, cabled
Cooling options
Air cooling
Fans
Up to 4 cabled fans
Dimensions
- Height: 42.8 mm
- Width: 482 mm
- Depth with bezel: 598.64 mm
- Depth without bezel: 585 mm
Form factor
1U rack server
Embedded management
- iDRAC9
- iDRAC Direct
- iDRAC RESTful API with Redfish
- iDRAC Service Module
Bezel
Optional bezel or security bezel
OpenManage software
- OpenManage Enterprise
- OpenManage Power Manager plugin
- OpenManage SupportAssist plugin
- OpenManage Update Manager plugin
Mobility
OpenManage Mobile
OpenManage integrations
- BMC Truesight
- Microsoft System Center
- Red Hat Ansible Modules
- VMware vCenter and vRealize Operations Manager
OpenManage connections
- IBM Tivoli Netcool/OMNIbus
- IBM Tivoli Network Manager IP Edition
- Micro Focus Operations Manager
- Nagios Core
- Nagios XI
Security
- Cryptographically signed firmware
- Secure Boot
- Secure Erase
- Silicon Root of Trust
- System Lockdown, requires iDRAC9 Enterprise or Datacenter
- TPM 1.2/2.0 FIPS, CC-TCG certified
- TPM 2.0 China NationZ
Embedded NIC
2 x 1 GbE LOM
GPU options
Not supported
Front ports
- 1 x USB 2.0
- 1 x iDRAC Direct Micro-AB USB port
Rear ports
- 1 x USB 2.0
- 1 x iDRAC Ethernet port
- 1 x USB 3.0
- 1 x VGA
- 1 x Serial port
Internal ports
1 x USB 3.0 optional
PCIe
- 2 PCIe slots
- 1 x8 Gen4, x16 connector, low profile, half length
- 1 x8 Gen4, x8 connector, low profile, half length
Operating systems and hypervisors
- Canonical Ubuntu Server LTS
- Microsoft Windows Server with Hyper-V
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
- VMware ESXi, supported from December 2021
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
OEM-ready version
OEM-ready version available: customization from bezel to BIOS and packaging
Dell PowerEdge R250 overview
Dell PowerEdge R250 is a compact entry-level 1U rack server for small business and branch office infrastructure. It is a single-socket platform based on Intel Xeon E-2300 or Intel Pentium processors, with DDR4 memory and a simple rack-mounted design for environments where space, power use and predictable administration matter more than maximum expandability.
Inside the Dell PowerEdge 15th Generation lineup, the R250 is positioned as a basic rack option for companies that need a dedicated physical server but do not need a dual-socket system. The Dell R250 server is suitable for file services, directory services, backup, monitoring and lightweight business applications. It can also be used for very small virtualization setups, but it should not be treated as a host for large VM clusters, heavy databases or GPU workloads. For broader rack-server selection, compare it with Dell rack servers.
When to choose Dell PowerEdge R250
Choose Dell PowerEdge R250 when the task is practical and well defined: one office, one branch, one local application stack or a small number of services that should run on dedicated hardware. It is a good fit for a small business server, domain controller, print and file server, local backup target, monitoring node, lightweight database or simple line-of-business application.
The Dell PowerEdge R250 server is also relevant when a company wants to move from desktop-class hardware to a managed server platform with iDRAC, ECC memory support and standard rack deployment. It is compact enough for smaller racks and remote offices, while still following the same operational logic as larger Dell PowerEdge systems.
Small virtualization is realistic if the workload is modest: for example, one or two infrastructure VMs, a small Linux service stack or a test environment. For heavier virtualization, more RAM, redundant power supplies and greater storage flexibility are usually more important than the lower entry cost of the R250. In that case, compare the Dell R250 server with Dell PowerEdge R350 or Dell PowerEdge R450.
Chassis and drive bay options
The current Servermall page lists the Dell R250 4LFF configuration. This makes the server more suitable for capacity-oriented local storage than for dense SSD pools.
| Chassis option | Best for | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Dell R250 4LFF | Small office file services, backup and simple local storage | LFF bays are useful when capacity HDDs are more important than high IOPS. SSDs may be used in supported carriers, but the configuration should be checked before ordering. |
For a small office file server, 4LFF can provide straightforward capacity with RAID1 or RAID10, depending on the number of drives and controller selection. For a domain controller or monitoring node, local storage requirements are usually modest, so reliability and backup planning matter more than raw disk count. NVMe should not be assumed for this page unless a specific configuration is validated.
Final drive compatibility depends on the selected backplane, storage controller and exact server configuration.
Recommended Dell PowerEdge R250 configurations by workload
| Workload | Recommended focus |
|---|---|
| Branch office server | Xeon E CPU, enough RAM for local services, reliable RAID1 storage and remote management. |
| File server | Dell R250 4LFF, capacity HDDs or supported SSDs, RAID controller matched to redundancy needs. |
| Domain controller | Moderate CPU, modest RAM, mirrored boot/storage and backup integration. |
| Backup target | LFF capacity drives, simple RAID policy, network bandwidth sized for backup windows. |
| Monitoring / lightweight apps | Basic Xeon E configuration, SSD boot/storage where useful, stable power and management access. |
| Small virtualization | Only light VM density; prioritize RAM and SSD storage before increasing CPU too aggressively. |
The Dell R250 configuration should remain proportional to the workload. Overbuilding this platform can make less sense than moving to a higher model with redundant power, more drive options or dual-socket capacity.
How to choose CPU, RAM, RAID and storage
For CPU selection, Intel Xeon E processors are suitable for smaller business workloads, branch servers, basic applications and light virtualization. A Pentium-based configuration may be enough for simple infrastructure services, but Xeon E is usually the safer choice when the server will host business applications or multiple services. CPU and core count may affect software licensing for VMware, Windows Server, Microsoft SQL Server and other commercial platforms, so choose the processor with licensing and workload size in mind.
RAM planning is simple but important. For file services and directory services, moderate RAM can be enough. For small virtualization or local database use, RAM often matters more than a small CPU upgrade. Leave capacity for OS overhead, security tools, monitoring agents and future growth.
Hardware RAID is appropriate for classic deployments with mirrored or protected local drives. HBA/JBOD mode is usually more relevant for software-defined storage platforms, but the R250 is not normally the first choice for Ceph, vSAN or heavy ZFS designs. If BOSS or boot SSD options are available in the selected Dell R250 configuration, they can be useful for separating the OS or hypervisor from data drives.
For storage, LFF HDDs are capacity-oriented, while SSDs are better for responsiveness and small databases. The final choice should balance workload, redundancy, backup policy and budget. Check RAID controllers, server HDDs and server SSDs when planning the build.
Dell PowerEdge R250 vs related Dell models
| Model | When to consider |
|---|---|
| Dell PowerEdge R350 | Choose it when you need a stronger single-socket 1U rack server with more SMB storage flexibility and redundant PSU options. |
| Dell PowerEdge T150 | Consider it when the office does not have a rack and a compact tower server is easier to install and maintain. |
| Dell PowerEdge R450 | Move to R450 when the workload needs dual-socket Intel Xeon Scalable capacity and more enterprise headroom. |
Dell PowerEdge R250 is the practical entry point. It should be selected for simple, controlled workloads rather than as a substitute for higher-density enterprise platforms.
New and refurbished Dell PowerEdge R250 servers
A refurbished Dell R250 can be a rational choice for small production services when the server is tested, correctly configured and supplied with warranty. For branch offices, file services and infrastructure roles, refurbished hardware can reduce acquisition cost while still keeping the environment on server-grade equipment.
New units may be preferable when procurement policy requires new hardware, when the deployment must be standardized from the start, or when a very specific Dell R250 configuration is required. Servermall offers EU delivery and warranty options; depending on the exact offer, the server may be available with a 5-year warranty. Confirm the condition, lead time, warranty terms and final configuration before ordering.
Summary: is Dell PowerEdge R250 the right server for your workload×
Dell PowerEdge R250 is a sensible choice for compact 1U SMB and branch infrastructure: file services, domain control, backup, monitoring and lightweight applications. Choose it when the workload is modest and predictable. Consider R350 for a stronger single-socket rack server, T150 for a no-rack office setup, or R450 if dual-socket compute is required. Before purchase, confirm CPU, RAM, storage, RAID, network, PSU and warranty requirements.
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