Request a quote — built to order from tested, warrantied stock.
The Dell PowerEdge R650 is a refurbished 1U Rack server (15G) for the 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable, DDR4 · up to 8192 GB · 32 DIMM slots · up to 3200 MT/s · 8 channels per CPU · ECC. Drive layouts: 4x 3.5-inch SAS/SATA; 8x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA; 10x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe. Every unit is tested, warrantied and shipped from Canada; configure it online with parts that are checked for compatibility.
Best for: virtualization, database, general.
| Form factor | 1U Rack |
|---|---|
| Generation | 15G |
| CPU | 2 socket(s) · 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable · LGA4189 · up to 40 cores per CPU |
| Memory | DDR4 · up to 8192 GB · 32 DIMM slots · up to 3200 MT/s · 8 channels per CPU · ECC |
| Drive bays | 4x 3.5-inch SAS/SATA; 8x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA; 10x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe |
| Storage controllers | PERC H345, PERC H355, PERC H355 Front, PERC H745, PERC H745 Front, PERC H755 · boot: BOSS-S2 (PN: FGNRW), BOSS-S1 · M.2 boot |
| PCIe | Gen 4.0 · 4 slots |
| Networking | 2x NIC port (on LOM card) · OCP 3.0 slot |
| GPU | up to 3 GPUs |
| Power | 600W Platinum, 800W Platinum, 1100W Platinum, 1100W Titanium, 1400W Platinum, 1100W Titanium, 1400W Platinum · redundant · hot-swap |
| Management | iDRAC9 · iDRAC9 Express |
| Cooling | ASHRAE A4 · hot-swap fans |
Real parts from our catalog for this chassis, priced from live market listings and vendor offers:
Chassis pricing is quoted by our team; component prices come from live market listings and vendor offers and are refreshed nightly. Lines without market evidence are quoted by our team.
Yes, the Dell PowerEdge R650 can support this configuration using the S150 PERC software controller, which does not require a hardware RAID card. For software RAID, ensure that you are using compatible Dell NVMe drives and check the specifications for any additional requirements. [community thread]
When replacing the backplane and controller in a Dell R650 server, it's important to note that the necessary cables may not be included with the new components. It is recommended to contact local support or raise a ticket to ensure you receive the correct cables for your setup. [community thread]
The error is likely due to an unbalanced memory channel configuration, which does not comply with Dell's memory population guidelines. To resolve this, ensure that each channel has an equal number of DIMMs and that the total count of DIMMs matches the supported configurations for your CPU. [community thread]
The OS Driver Pack RMG6P 25.08.04 is incorrectly listed as applicable for the PowerEdge R650 in the DSU catalog, despite not being supported for this system. This issue is recognized, and efforts are underway to correct the catalog to prevent this update from being offered for the R650. [community thread]
This issue may be due to a misconfiguration in the firmware catalog, causing the incorrect firmware to be suggested for your system. The Systems Management team is aware of the problem and is working on a resolution, which may be included in a future firmware release. [community thread]
The gray iDRAC interface is typically a cosmetic difference and does not indicate any issues with the server's health. It is advisable to ensure that all system firmware is current for optimal performance. [community thread]
Try running the firmware update again. If the timeout issue persists, consider contacting official support to gather logs for further analysis. [community thread]
If your server fails to power on and displays a CPU VRM voltage error, try booting with a minimal memory configuration. If the server starts, systematically test the memory modules by swapping them out to identify any faulty DIMMs, as issues with memory can cause voltage errors. [community thread]