Dell™ PowerEdge™ R610 Technical Guidebook

C. Rails

Support for tool-less installation in CEA-310-E compliant square hole 4-post racks including: Support for Dell 2410 24U Rack

Support for Dell 4210 Rack

Support for HP/Compaq 10xxx series

Support for tooled or tool-less installation in CEA-310-E compliant round hole 4-post racks (tool-less preferred)

Support for flush and center mount installation in CEA-310-E compliant 2-post racks (1U & 2U only)

The R610 rail supports the following racks:

Support for Dell 4210 & 2410 racks

Support for Dell 4200 & 2400 racks without CMA

Support for HP/Compaq 10XXX series racks

Support for HP/Compaq 9XXX & 7XXX series racks without CMA

Section 16. Operating Systems

A. Overview / Description

The PowerEdge R610 supports both Windows and Linux Operating Systems.

B. Operating Systems Supported

Windows® support:

x86

or

x64

INSTALLATION

Factory logo INSTALLATION certification

schedule

Test/

Validate

support

Windows® Small Business Server 2008 and 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

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R610 specifications

The Dell PowerEdge R610 is a 1U rack server that combines outstanding performance with advanced management features, making it ideal for enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. Introduced as part of Dell’s 11th generation of servers, the R610 is designed to meet demanding workloads while optimizing energy consumption.

One of the main features of the R610 is its dual-socket capability, supporting up to two Intel Xeon 5500 or 5600 series processors. This allows significant scaling of compute power, enabling users to run multiple applications concurrently without a hitch. The server supports up to 192 GB of DDR3 memory with 18 DIMM slots, providing ample bandwidth for memory-intensive workloads.

Storage flexibility is another hallmark of the R610. It offers a choice of up to six 2.5-inch SAS, SATA, or solid-state drives, which allows for impressive storage capacities and the option for RAID configurations. This ensures data integrity and high availability, catering to the needs of various applications from databases to virtual environments.

The Dell R610 introduces advanced virtualization technologies, with support for VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V, making it an excellent choice for virtualized environments. With the option to deploy multiple virtual machines on a single physical server, organizations can maximize resource allocation and reduce costs.

In terms of management, the R610 is equipped with the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) which provides out-of-band management capabilities. This feature allows administrators to monitor system health, perform firmware updates, and manage hardware without the need for physical access to the server.

Energy efficiency is a notable characteristic of the R610, complying with Energy Star requirements. It utilizes lower power consumption components and features such as dynamic power management, which adjusts the power usage based on real-time workload demand. This characteristic contributes to lower operational costs and a reduced environmental footprint.

The Dell PowerEdge R610 excels in providing an optimal balance of performance, manageability, and energy efficiency, making it a powerful tool for IT environments that demand reliability and scalability. Its robust feature set and support for virtualization technologies position it as a favorable choice for businesses looking to enhance their IT infrastructure efficiently.