Dell™ PowerEdge™ M710 Technical Guidebook

Section 13. Operating Systems

A. Overview / Description

The PowerEdge M710 supports both Windows and Linux Operating Systems.

B. Operating Systems Supported

Windows® support:

x86

or

x64

INSTALLATION

Factory

INSTALLATION

logo

certification

schedule

Test/

Validate

support

Windows® Essential Business Server 2008

x64

Standard/

Premium

Yes

Windows

Hardware

Quality Labs -

Windows 2008

Shipping

Yes

Yes

Windows Server® 2008 (x64 includes Hyper-V™)

x64

Standard

Enterprise

Datacenter

Yes

Windows

Hardware

Quality Labs -

Windows 2008

Shipping

Yes

Yes

Windows Server® 2008

x86

Standard

Enterprise

Yes

Windows

Hardware

Quality Labs -

Windows 2008

Shipping

Yes

Yes

Windows® Web Server 2008

x86 and x64

Web

Yes

Windows

Hardware

Quality Labs -

Windows 2008

Shipping

Yes

Yes

Windows Server® 2008, SP2 (x64 includes Hyper-V™)

x64

Standard

Enterprise

Datacenter

Yes

Windows

Hardware

Quality Labs -

Windows 2008

Available in

August -

October

2009

Yes

Yes

Windows Server® 2008, SP2

x86

Standard

Enterprise

Yes

Windows

Hardware

Quality Labs -

Windows 2008

Available in

August -

October

2009

Yes

Yes

Windows® Web Server 2008, SP2

x86 and x64

Web

Yes

Windows

Hardware

Quality Labs -

Windows 2008

Available in

August -

October

2009

Yes

Yes

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Dell M710 manual X86 X64, Factory, Windows Server 2008 x64 includes Hyper-V, Windows Web Server, Windows Server 2008, SP2

M710 specifications

The Dell M710, part of the PowerEdge server line, represents a robust and scalable solution for businesses seeking efficient and reliable performance. This model, designed for remote and branch office deployments, brings together innovative technologies and exceptional features, catering to the needs of a wide range of IT environments.

One of the main highlights of the Dell M710 is its energy-efficient design, which helps organizations reduce operational costs while maintaining powerful server performance. The M710 is equipped with Intel Xeon processors that provide multi-core capabilities, enabling it to efficiently handle demanding workloads. With support for the latest processors, users can leverage increased performance and improved power efficiency.

In terms of memory, the M710 supports a substantial amount of RAM, allowing enterprises to run multiple applications and services concurrently without experiencing slowdowns. The server features advanced memory technologies that optimize performance, making it suitable for virtualization, database management, and other resource-intensive tasks.

Storage in the Dell M710 is versatile, accommodating various configurations that include both HDDs and SSDs. This flexibility in storage options allows users to tailor their storage solutions to meet specific performance and capacity requirements. Moreover, the server is designed to support RAID configurations, enhancing data protection and improving performance for critical applications.

The M710 also integrates advanced virtualization features, simplifying the deployment and management of virtual machines. With support for technologies like VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V, organizations can maximize their hardware utilization, streamline resource management, and enhance scalability.

Connectivity and networking are robust in the Dell M710, featuring multiple Ethernet ports and options for advanced networking technologies, including Fibre Channel and iSCSI. This allows for efficient data transfer and communication across networks, ensuring that businesses can maintain seamless operations.

Security is another pivotal aspect of the M710, with built-in features that safeguard data and protect against unauthorized access. From hardware-based security elements to advanced management tools, Dell ensures that the M710 meets enterprise-level security standards.

In summary, the Dell M710 stands out as a highly capable server model, blending energy efficiency, substantial processing power, versatile storage options, advanced virtualization capabilities, robust connectivity, and essential security features. This combination makes it an ideal choice for organizations looking to enhance their IT infrastructure and support their growing business needs. With its competitive edge, the M710 continues to be a trusted option for a variety of deployment scenarios.