Dell PowerEdge R340 | Refurbished 1U Rack Server | Compuwyze
PowerEdge R340
Dell
Dell PowerEdge R340 | Refurbished 1U Rack Server
The Dell PowerEdge R340 is a compact, capable 1U rack server built for growing businesses that need reliable performance without the overhead of a full-scale enterprise platform. Powered by Intel Xeon E-2200 series processors, it delivers meaningful compute headroom in a space-efficient footprint that suits both on-premises server rooms and co-location environments.
Designed with scalability in mind, the R340 supports hot-plug hard drive configurations - up to eight 2.5-inch or four 3.5-inch drives - making it straightforward to expand storage capacity as your data demands grow. Memory performance also sees a notable improvement over earlier generations, with faster speeds that benefit database queries, application serving, and general-purpose workloads alike.
Dell's Multi-Vector cooling technology is built into the R340, automatically calculating and delivering the appropriate airflow for the system's current workload. This helps manage thermal output efficiently and contributes to lower operational costs over the server's lifetime - a practical consideration for any IT budget.
The R340 is well-suited to small and medium-sized businesses, branch offices, and remote sites where a dependable, manageable server is needed without unnecessary complexity. iDRAC remote management is supported, giving administrators the tools to monitor and control the system without being physically present.
Available here as a refurbished unit, the R340 can be configured to your requirements - choose your preferred processor, memory capacity, storage drives, and RAID controller to build a system that matches your workload from day one.
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The Dell PowerEdge R340 is a 1U rack server engineered for businesses that need dependable, scalable performance in a compact form factor. Powered by Intel Xeon E-2200 series processors, it delivers up to 100% more cores than its predecessor, alongside faster DDR4 memory and additional PCIe lanes giving your applications the headroom they need to perform under pressure. Whether you're hosting business applications, running lightweight virtualisation, or managing growing data volumes, the R340 is built to keep pace.
Key capabilities of the R340 include:
- Intel Xeon E-2200 processors with improved core counts and PCIe lane availability
- Support for up to 8 x 2.5" or 4 x 3.5" hot-plug hard drives for flexible internal storage
- DDR4 ECC memory support for data integrity across business-critical workloads
- Multi-Vector cooling for intelligent, automated thermal management
- iDRAC9 remote management for out-of-band monitoring and control
Buying a refurbished Dell PowerEdge R340 from Compuwyze means access to enterprise-grade infrastructure at a fraction of the new price, backed by UK warranty and professional pre-sale testing. Configure your unit to order above select the processor, memory, storage, and RAID options that match your exact requirements.
Typical Use Cases
- Virtualisation hosts running VMware ESXi or Proxmox for small-scale virtual machine deployments
- Windows Server environments hosting Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP for SMB networks
- File and print serving for small to medium-sized offices requiring centralised storage access
- Lightweight database hosting on platforms such as MySQL, MariaDB, or Microsoft SQL Server Express
- Branch office or remote site server deployments where a compact, manageable platform is essential
- Application hosting for line-of-business software in environments with moderate concurrent user loads
- Development and test environments where cost-effective compute capacity is preferred over cutting-edge hardware
Frequently Asked Questions
- What processors does the Dell PowerEdge R340 support?
- The R340 is built on the Intel Xeon E-2200 processor family. These are single-socket processors offering improved core counts and clock speeds compared to the previous E-2100 generation. When configuring your unit, we'll confirm the specific processor options available at the time of order.
- How much RAM can the Dell PowerEdge R340 accommodate?
- The R340 supports DDR4 ECC unbuffered memory. The exact maximum capacity depends on the specific processor and DIMM slot configuration, but the platform is well-suited to typical SMB workloads. We can advise on the best memory configuration for your intended use case — just get in touch if you're unsure.
- What storage options are available, and does it support RAID?
- The R340 supports up to eight 2.5-inch or four 3.5-inch hot-plug drives, compatible with SAS, SATA, and SSD media depending on the backplane fitted. RAID is supported via a Dell PERC controller, which can be included in your configuration. We offer a range of PERC options to suit different redundancy and performance requirements.
- Does the R340 support virtualisation?
- Yes. The Intel Xeon E-2200 processors in the R340 support hardware virtualisation extensions, making the platform compatible with hypervisors including VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Proxmox VE. It's best suited to smaller virtualisation deployments given its single-socket design and memory capacity limits.
- What does 'refurbished' mean, and how is quality assured?
- All refurbished units sold by Compuwyze are professionally inspected, tested, and graded before sale. Components are checked for correct operation and any faulty parts are replaced. We supply enterprise hardware to UK businesses and stand behind the quality of every unit with a warranty included as standard. Full details of the warranty period are provided at checkout.
- How does the configuration process work?
- Use the configurator on this page to select your preferred processor, memory, storage drives, RAID controller, and any other available options. Once your order is placed, our team builds and tests your configuration before dispatch. UK delivery is included, and we're happy to advise if you need help choosing the right spec for your workload.