DELL PowerEdge R470 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 6 E-core processor with up to 144 cores per processor or One Intel® Xeon 6 P-core processor with up to 86 Cores with R1S option
- Memory
- 16 DDR5 DIMM slot, supports RDIMM 4TB max, speeds up to 6400 MT/s
- Intel® Xeon® 6 E-core processor - supports 1 TB max
- Intel® Xeon® 6 P-core processor with up to 86 cores with R1S option - supports 4 TB max
- Supports registered ECC DDR5 DIMMs only
- Storage controllers
- Internal Controllers (RAID): PERC H365i DC-MHS, front PERC H965i DC-MHS, PERC H365i adapter, PERC H965i adapter
- External Controllers: HBA465e, H965e(RAID)
- Internal Boot: Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS-N1 DC-MHS): HWRAID 1, 2 xM.2 NVMe SSDs, M.2 interposer with upto 2 x M.2 NVMe SSDs or USB
- Drive Bays
- Front bays:
- Up to 8 x EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe max 491.52 TB
- Up to 16 x EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe max 983.04 TB
- Up to 8 x 2.5-inch SATA/NVMe max 491.52 TB
- Up to 10 x 2.5 - inch SATA/NVMe (with 4 x 2.5 -inch universal) max 614.4 TB
- Up to 4 x 3.5 - inch S
- Up to 2 x EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe max 122.88 TB
- Power Supplies
- 800W Platinum/Titanium 100-240 VAC or 240 HVDC, hot swap redundant
- 1100 W Platinum/Titanium 100-240 VAC or 240 HVDC, hot swap redundant
- 1500 W Titanium 100-240 VAC or 240 HVDC, hot swap redundant
- 1500 W 277 Vac and HVDC Titanium, hot swap redundant
- 1400W -48v DC Titanium, hot swap redundant
- Cooling Options
- Air cooling
- Fans
- Up to 4 sets (dual fan module) hot swappable fans
- Dimensions
- Height – 42.8 mm (1.69 inches)
- Width – 482 mm (19.0 inches)
- Depth – 816.92 mm (32.16 inches) with bezel
- Depth – 815.14 mm (32.09 inches) without bezel
- Depth (Front I/O Configuration) — 829.44 mm (32.09 inches) without bezel
- Form Factor
- 1U rack server
- Embedded Management
- iDRAC
- iDRAC Direct
- iDRAC RESTfull API with redfish
- RACADM CLI
- iDRAC Service Module
- Bezel
- Optional security bezel
- Security
- Cryptographically signed firmware
- Data at Rest Encryption (SEDs with local or external key mgmt)
- Secure Boot
- Secured Component Verification (Hardware integrity check)
- Secure Erase
- Silicon Root of Trust
- System Lockdown (requires iDRAC10 Enterprise or Datacenter)
- TPM 2.0 FIPS, CC-TCG certified
- Chassis Intrusion Detection
- OCP network options
- Up to two OCP NIC card 3.0: Two slots on the front or two slots on the rear (optional)
Slot Numbers: 2,5,31,32 - Embedded NIC
- 1 Gb dedicated BMC Ethernet port
- GPU options
- Up to 4 x 75 W SW
- Ports
- Front Ports:
- 1 x USB 2.0 Type - C port
- 1 x USB 2.0 Type A port (optional)
- 1 x Mini-DisplayPort (optional)
- 1 x DB9 Serial (with front I/O configuration)
- 1 x Dedicated BMC Ethernet port (with front I/O configuration)
- 1 x Dedicated BMC Ethernet port
- 2 x USB 3.1 Type A ports
- 1 x VGA
- 1 x USB 3.1 Type A port
- PCIe
- Up to 4 Gen5 PCIe slots (x16 connectors)
- Slot 1 -1 x8 Gen5 Low Profile
- Slot 1 -1 x16 Gen5 (x16 connector) full height, half length on rear riser
- Slot 4 -1 x16 Gen5 (x16 connector) full height, half length on rear riser
- Slot 31 -1 x16 Gen5 (x16 connector) full height, half length on rear riser
- Slot 32 -1 x16 Gen5 (x16 connector) full height, half length on rear riser
- Operating System and Hypervisors
- Canonical Ubuntu Server LTS
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
- VMware ESXi
- Windows Server
- Windows Server Datacenter
Dell PowerEdge R470 overview
Dell PowerEdge R470 is a 1U single-socket rack server for cloud-scale web and application microservices, data services, virtualization, scale-out databases, edge compute and software-defined storage nodes. It is designed for environments that need high rack efficiency, balanced performance per watt, front or rear I/O flexibility and selected single-width GPU or DPU support.
The Dell PowerEdge R470 server is based on one Intel Xeon 6 E-core processor with up to 144 cores or one Intel Xeon 6 P-core processor with up to 86 cores with the R1S option. It supports 16 DDR5 RDIMM slots, registered ECC DDR5 up to 6400 MT/s and up to 4 TB in supported P-core configurations, iDRAC10 and Dell OpenManage, PCIe Gen5 expansion and Dell PowerEdge cyber-resilient architecture.
The Dell PowerEdge R470 server is suitable for cloud-scale web and application microservices, data services, virtualization, scale-out databases, edge compute and software-defined storage nodes. It should be treated as a mainstream PowerEdge rack platform matched to its processor family and form factor, not as an entry-level server or a direct substitute for every adjacent model.
When to choose Dell PowerEdge R470
Choose Dell PowerEdge R470 when the workload needs high rack efficiency, balanced performance per watt, front or rear I/O flexibility and selected single-width GPU or DPU support in a validated Dell PowerEdge rack platform. It is a good fit for cloud-scale web and application microservices, data services, virtualization, scale-out databases, edge compute and software-defined storage nodes where compute, RAM, local storage, networking and power must be sized as one configuration.
Compared with Dell PowerEdge R670, Dell PowerEdge R470 should be selected when its processor platform, rack size, I/O placement and drive layout match the project better. Compared with Dell PowerEdge R770, validate whether the workload needs Intel or AMD processors, 1U or 2U space, and the required storage or accelerator limits.
The Dell PowerEdge R470 configuration should be validated carefully for processor type, memory population, drive bay layout, storage controller, BOSS or M.2 boot, OCP networking, risers, GPU or DPU support, power supplies, fan type and cooling.
Chassis and drive bay options
Dell PowerEdge R470 supports several rack chassis and drive bay layouts. The right option depends on whether the server is being configured for balanced virtualization, high-density NVMe storage, capacity-oriented local storage, front or rear I/O serviceability or accelerator-heavy workloads.
| Chassis option | Best for | Comment |
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| Dell PowerEdge R470 8SFF / 8 x 2.5-inch SATA, NVMe or Universal | balanced virtualization, data services and mixed SATA/NVMe builds | Supports up to 8 front 2.5-inch SATA/NVMe drives or Universal backplane options. This is the practical starting point when standard 1U serviceability and flexible drive selection matter. |
| Dell PowerEdge R470 10 x 2.5-inch SATA/NVMe with Universal bays | scale-out database, data services and compact SSD-heavy configurations | Supports up to 10 x 2.5-inch SATA/NVMe with 4 x 2.5-inch Universal bays and official maximum capacity up to 614.4 TB. |
| Dell PowerEdge R470 8 or 16 EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe | high-density Gen5 NVMe, HPC, analytics and low-latency services | Supports up to 8 or 16 EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe drives, with maximum capacities up to 491.52 TB and 983.04 TB respectively. |
| Dell PowerEdge R470 4 x 3.5-inch SATA with rear EDSFF option | capacity-oriented edge and backup use cases | The 4 x 3.5-inch SATA front configuration is supported only with 2 rear EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe drives and is not a standalone front-only configuration. |
| Dell PowerEdge BOSS-N1 DC-MHS / M.2 boot options | separating OS or hypervisor boot from front data drives | BOSS-N1 DC-MHS can provide hardware RAID 1 boot using 2 x M.2 NVMe SSDs, typically 480 GB or 960 GB. M.2 interposer options depend on model and configuration. |
For balanced enterprise deployments, SFF or Universal drive configurations are usually the practical starting point. For capacity workloads, use the model-specific LFF or high-count SATA layouts where available. For latency-sensitive databases, high-I/O virtualization, analytics and AI data pipelines, EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe should be considered.
Final drive compatibility depends on the selected chassis, backplane, controller, BOSS or M.2 boot option, risers, front or rear I/O choice, GPU or DPU configuration, power supply and Dell support matrix. NVMe and EDSFF support should not be assumed from the server model name alone.
Recommended Dell PowerEdge R470 configurations by workload
| Workload | Recommended focus |
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| Virtualization / private cloud | Balanced CPU configuration, DDR5 memory pool, SSD or NVMe storage where needed, redundant networking and room for growth. |
| AI inference / accelerator workloads | Validated accelerator model, riser and power planning, sufficient memory, fast local NVMe storage and thermal validation. |
| Containers / Kubernetes | Balanced CPU and RAM, reliable boot media, local SSD or NVMe where needed and redundant network connectivity. |
| Databases / data management | Processor choice matched to licensing and query profile, enough RAM for cache, low-latency storage and protected design. |
| Backup / archive | Capacity-oriented drive layout, moderate CPU/RAM and network throughput sized for backup windows. |
| Software-defined storage / HCI | Drive layout, HBA/JBOD or controller mode, network bandwidth and CPU/RAM sized for the SDS platform. |
| Web / microservices / scale-out | Power-efficient CPU selection, fast networking, predictable boot and storage design and repeatable node configuration. |
| Mixed enterprise workloads | Balanced CPU, RAM, storage and NIC choices, with headroom for failover, maintenance and growth. |
The Dell PowerEdge R470 configuration should be chosen around the main reason for selecting this platform: high rack efficiency, balanced performance per watt, front or rear I/O flexibility and selected single-width GPU or DPU support, Dell PowerEdge management and a storage layout matched to the workload.
How to choose CPU, RAM, RAID and storage
Dell PowerEdge R470 uses one Intel Xeon 6 E-core processor with up to 144 cores or one Intel Xeon 6 P-core processor with up to 86 cores with the R1S option. E-core CPUs are efficient for dense scale-out nodes, while P-core and R1S options are better when per-core performance or additional PCIe lanes matter. CPU selection should account for software licensing, thermal limits and whether the workload benefits more from core density or per-core performance.
RAM planning should start with VM density, database cache, container scheduling and future growth. Dell PowerEdge R470 supports 16 DDR5 RDIMM slots, registered ECC DDR5 up to 6400 MT/s and up to 4 TB in supported P-core configurations. DIMM capacities and operating speeds depend on CPU type and population rules.
For storage, select the drive layout around capacity, latency and serviceability. SFF or Universal layouts are balanced, LFF or high-count SATA layouts are capacity-oriented, and EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe is the best fit for dense flash and low-latency workloads.
Hardware RAID should be selected around the validated PERC or HBA controller options for the chosen drive type. BOSS-N1 DC-MHS or M.2 interposer boot can separate OS or hypervisor boot from the main data drives. Mixed SAS, SATA and NVMe designs must follow Dell controller rules.
Networking, PCIe, GPU, DPU and power must be validated together. OCP NIC 3.0, PCIe Gen5 risers, accelerator support, Direct Liquid Cooling, fan type and PSU choice can all affect the final supported configuration.
Dell PowerEdge R470 vs related Dell PowerEdge models
| Model | When to consider |
|---|---|
| Dell PowerEdge R670 | Choose R670 when 1U density, dual-socket Intel Xeon 6 performance and EDSFF NVMe storage are required. |
| Dell PowerEdge R770 | Choose R770 when a 2U Intel Xeon 6 platform is needed for broader storage, PCIe and GPU flexibility. |
| Dell PowerEdge R660xs | Consider R660xs when a previous-generation value-focused Intel rack server is enough. |
| Dell PowerEdge R760 | Consider R760 when a previous-generation 2U Intel platform is sufficient. |
| Dell PowerEdge R-Series Servers | Use the Dell PowerEdge R-Series category when comparing broader rack server options. |
Dell PowerEdge R470 is the right reference point when the requirement matches its processor platform, form factor and storage design. It should not be positioned as interchangeable with older PowerEdge generations or with a different Intel or AMD platform without validating CPU, memory, storage, I/O and cooling rules.
Summary: is Dell PowerEdge R470 the right server for your workload×
Dell PowerEdge R470 is a strong Dell PowerEdge rack server for cloud-scale web and application microservices, data services, virtualization, scale-out databases, edge compute and software-defined storage nodes. Choose it when you need high rack efficiency, balanced performance per watt, front or rear I/O flexibility and selected single-width GPU or DPU support with one Intel Xeon 6 E-core processor with up to 144 cores or one Intel Xeon 6 P-core processor with up to 86 cores with the R1S option, 16 DDR5 RDIMM slots, registered ECC DDR5 up to 6400 MT/s and up to 4 TB in supported P-core configurations and Dell PowerEdge management. Before purchase, confirm CPU type, RAM population, drive bay layout, RAID or HBA mode, BOSS or M.2 boot option, OCP networking, risers, GPU or DPU support, cooling, PSU and warranty requirements.
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