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Part Number: R260

Dell EMC PowerEdge R260 Rack Server

The Dell PowerEdge R260 is a 1U rack server designed for scalability and efficiency. It is ideal for small—to medium-sized businesses and offers advanced security, flexible storage, and manageable IT management.

Product Details

The Dell PowerEdge R260 is a compact 1U rack server built for performance and scalability. It features robust storage options, enhanced security, and simplified management through iDRAC9 and OpenManage software. With efficient cooling and power options, it’s an ideal solution for businesses looking to streamline their IT operations.

Main Features:

  • Flexible Storage Options
  • Power Efficient
  • Enhanced Security
  • Simplified Managment
  • Efficient Cooling

Processor Options

One Intel Xeon E-2400 series processor with up to 8 cores

One Intel Pentium G7400/G7400T processor with 2 cores

Operating System

Canonical Ubuntu Server LTS 

Microsoft Windows Server with Hyper-V 

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 

SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 

VMware ESXi

Memory

DIMM Speed

Up to 4400 MT/s

DIMM Speed

Up to 4400 MT/s

Memory Type

UDIMM

Memory Module Slots

Up to 4400 MT/s

Storage

Front Bays

Up to 2 x 3.5-inch cable SAS/SATA HDD, max 32 TB
Up to 6 x 2.5-inch hot-plug SAS/SATA HDD/SSD, max 46.08TB

Storage Controllers

Internal Controllers

HBA355i Adpt, PERC H355 Adpt, PERC H755 Adpt

External Controllers

HBA355e Adpt

Internal Boot

Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS)

HWRAID 2 x M.2 SSDs

Internal Dual SD Module (IDSDM)

Internal USB 3.0

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FAQs

1. What are the ideal use cases for the Dell EMC PowerEdge R260?

The PowerEdge R260 is best suited for small businesses or branch offices needing a reliable, entry-level rack server. It handles lightweight workloads such as file/print services, web hosting, basic virtualization, and point-of-sale applications efficiently.

2. Can the PowerEdge R260 support remote management and monitoring?

Yes, it includes iDRAC9 (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller), which enables secure remote management, monitoring, and troubleshooting of the server, even when the system is powered off or unresponsive.

3. Is the Dell PowerEdge R260 compatible with virtualization platforms?

Absolutely. The R260 supports popular hypervisors like VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Red Hat Virtualization, making it a capable entry-level solution for small-scale virtualized environments.

The PowerEdge R260 is best suited for small businesses or branch offices needing a reliable, entry-level rack server. It handles lightweight workloads such as file/print services, web hosting, basic virtualization, and point-of-sale applications efficiently.

Yes, it includes iDRAC9 (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller), which enables secure remote management, monitoring, and troubleshooting of the server, even when the system is powered off or unresponsive.

Absolutely. The R260 supports popular hypervisors like VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Red Hat Virtualization, making it a capable entry-level solution for small-scale virtualized environments.