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Dell EMC PowerEdge R660

Built for versatility and optimal performance

Dell EMC PowerEdge R660 seen from the front left, a 1U rack server with a hexagon-pattern bezel over ten small-form-factor drive bays
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Overview

The Dell PowerEdge R660 is a 1U, two-socket rack server. Gain the performance you need with this full-featured enterprise server, designed to optimize even the most demanding workloads like dense database analytics and high-density virtualization.

The Dell PowerEdge R660 offers powerful performance in a purpose-built, cyber resilient, mainstream server. Ideal for:

  • High Density Virtualization
  • Dense Database Analytics
  • Mixed Workload Standardization

Max Performance

  • Add up to two Next Generation Intel Xeon Scalable or Intel Xeon Max processors with up to 56 cores for faster and more accurate processing performancet.
  • Accelerate in-memory workloads with up to 32 DDR5 RDIMMS up to 4400 MT/sec (2DPC) or 4800 MT/sec for 1DPC (16 DDR5 RDIMMs max).
  • Support for GPUs including 3 x single-wide for workloads requiring acceleration.

Air cooled at peak performance

  • New Smart Flow chassis optimizes airflow to support the highest core count CPUs in an air-cooled environment within the current IT infrastructure.
  • Support for up to 8 x 2.5” drives and 2 x 350 watt processors.

Gain agility

  • Achieve maximum efficiency with multiple chassis designs that tailor to your desired workloads and business objectives.
  • Storage options include up to 8 x 2.5” NVMe/SAS4/SATA, plus up to 10 x 2.5” NVMe/SAS4/SATA, 14/16 x NVME E3.S Gen5.
  • Multiple Gen4 and Gen5 riser configurations (up to 3 x PCIe slots) with interchangeable components that seamlessly integrate to address customer needs over time.

Cyber Resilient Architecture for Zero Trust IT environment & operations

Security is integrated into every phase of the PowerEdge lifecycle, including protected supply chain and factory-to-site integrity assurance. Silicon-based root of trust anchors end-to-end boot resilience while Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and role-based access controls ensure trusted operations.

Increase efficiency and accelerate operations with an autonomous infrastructure

The Dell OpenManage systems management portfolio delivers a secure, efficient, and comprehensive solution for PowerEdge servers. Simplify, automate and centralize one-to-many management with the OpenManage Enterprise console and iDRAC.

Sustainability

From recycled materials in our products and packaging, to thoughtful, innovative options for energy efficiency, the PowerEdge portfolio is designed to make, deliver, and recycle products to help reduce the carbon footprint and lower your operation costs. We even make it easy to retire legacy systems responsibly with Dell Technologies Services.

Rest easier with Dell Technologies Services

Maximize your PowerEdge Servers with comprehensive services ranging from Consulting, to ProDeploy and ProSupport suites, Data Migration and more – available across 170 locations and backed by our 60K+ employees and partners.

Features

Innovate where you never thought possible

Deploy massive compute anywhere with the latest family of powerful, secure servers engineered to accelerate automation and innovation.

Ready to work

The PowerEdge R660 delivers peak compute with ideal configurations for faster time to value.

Dell PowerEdge rack, tower and modular servers lined up against a hexagon-panel backdrop
Close-up of a Dell EMC PowerEdge chassis showing the hexagonal airflow grille over the drive bays

Performance, meet versatility

Where performance and density meet. More compute in less space with this dense 1U server designed for demanding workloads including artificial intelligence, database analytics and high-density virtualization.

  • Add up to two 4th generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors with up to 56 cores for faster and more accurate processing performance
  • Accelerate in-memory workloads with up to 32 DDR5 RDIMMS up to 4800 MT/sec (1DPC)
  • Maximize performance with up to 3X single-wide GPUs for finishing workloads faster
  • Put more data in a smaller footprint with storage options that include up to 8 x 2.5” NVMe/SAS4/SATA, plus up to 10 x 2.5” NVMe/SAS4/SATA

Systems Management and Security Solutions

OpenManage systems management

Tame the complexity of your IT environment with Dell Technologies OpenManage systems management portfolio which uses tools and solutions to discover, deploy, monitor, manage, update and secure your PowerEdge infrastructure.

Intelligent Automation

Integrate tools across your portfolio with PowerEdge iDRAC, OpenManage Enterprise and CloudIQ solutions that help organizations automate their server lifecycles, optimize operations and scale efficiently.

Built-in security

Stay protected at every phase of the product lifecycle with the PowerEdge cyber resilient architecture that helps accelerate your adoption of a Zero Trust security strategy. From the silicon root of trust, secured component verification, signed firmware and drift detection to BIOS recovery and dynamic system lockdown, you can rest assured that your servers are secure.

Technical Specifications

Dell EMC PowerEdge R660 Specifications
Processors Up to two 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable or Intel Xeon Max processors, with up to 56 cores and optional Intel QuickAssist Technology
Memory
  • 32 DDR5 DIMM slots, supports RDIMM 8 TB max, speeds up to 4800 MT/s
  • Supports registered ECC DDR5 DIMMs only
Storage controllers
  • Internal Controllers (RAID): PERC H965i, PERC H755, PERC H755N, PERC H355, HBA355i
  • External Controller: PERC H965e
  • Internal Boot: Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS-N1): HWRAID 2 x M.2 NVMe SSD drives, or USB
  • External HBAs (non-RAID): HBA355e
  • Software RAID: S160
Drive bays
  • Front drive bays:
    • Up to 10 x 2.5-inch, SAS/SATA/NVMe (HDD/SSD) max 153.6 TB
    • Up to 8 x 2.5-inch, SAS/SATA/NVMe, (HDD/SSD) max 122.88 TB
    • Up to 14 x EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe (SSD) max 179.2 TB
    • Up to 16 x EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe (SSD) max 204.8 TB
  • Rear bays:
    • Up to 2 x 2.5-inch, SAS/SATA/NVMe max 30.72 TB
    • Up to 2 x EDSFF E3.S Gen5 NVMe (SSD) max 25.6 TB
Power supplies
  • 1800W Titanium 200—240 VAC or 240 HVDC, hot swap with full redundant
  • 1400W Platinum 100—240 VAC or 240 HVDC, hot swap with full redundant
  • 1100W Titanium 100—240 VAC or 240 HVDC, hot swap with full redundant
  • 1100W LVDC -48 — -60 VDC, hot swap with full redundancy
  • 800W Platinum 100—240 VAC or 240 HVDC, hot swap with full redundant
  • 700 W Titanium 200—240 VAC or 240 HVDC, hot swap with full redundant
Cooling Options
  • Air cooling
  • Optional Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC)

Note: DLC is a rack solution and requires rack manifolds and a cooling distribution unit (CDU) to operate.

Fans
  • Standard (STD) fans/High performance Gold (VHP) fans
  • Up to 4 sets (dual fan module) hot plug fans
Dimension
  • Height – 42.8 mm (1.68 inches)
  • Width – 482 mm (18.97 inches)
  • Depth – 822.88 mm (32.39 inches) with bezel
    809.04 mm (31.85 inches) without bezel
Form Factor 1U rack server
Embedded management
  • iDRAC9
  • iDRAC Direct
  • iDRAC REST API with Redfish
  • iDRAC Service Module
  • Quick Sync 2 wireless module
Bezel Optional LCD bezel or security bezel
OpenManage Software
  • OpenManage Enterprise
  • OpenManage Power Manager plugin
  • OpenManage Service plugin
  • OpenManage Update Manager plugin
  • CloudIQ for PowerEdge plugin
  • OpenManage Enterprise Integration for VMware vCenter
  • OpenManage Integration for Microsoft System Center
  • OpenManage Integration with Windows Admin Center
Mobility OpenManage Mobile
OpenManage Integrations
  • BMC Truesight
  • Microsoft System Center
  • OpenManage Integration with ServiceNow
  • Red Hat Ansible Modules
  • Terraform Providers
  • VMware vCenter and vRealize Operations Manager
Security
  • Cryptographically signed firmware
  • Data at Rest Encryption (SEDs with local or external key mgmt)
  • Secure Boot
  • Secure Erase
  • Secured Component Verification (Hardware integrity check)
  • Silicon Root of Trust
  • System Lockdown (requires iDRAC9 Enterprise or Datacenter)
  • TPM 2.0 FIPS, CC-TCG certified, TPM 2.0 China NationZ
Embedded NIC 2 x 1 GbE LOM card (optional)
Network options
  • 1 x OCP card 3.0 (optional)

Note: The system allows either LOM card or an OCP card or both to be installed in the system.

  • 1 x Managemnet Interface Card (MIC) to support Dell Data Processing Unit (DPU card) (optional)

Note: The system allows either LOM card or MIC card to be installed in the system.

GPU Options Up to 3 x 75 W SW
Ports
  • Front Ports
    • 1 x iDRAC Direct (Micro-AB USB) port
    • 1 x USB 2.0
    • 1 x VGA
  • Rear Ports
    • 1 x Dedicated iDRAC Ethernet port
    • 1 x USB 2.0
    • 1 x USB 3.0
    • 1 x Serial (optional)
    • 1 x VGA (optional for Direct Liquid Cooling configuration)
  • Internal Ports
    • 1 x USB 3.0 (optional)
PCIe
  • Up to three PCIe slots:
    • Slot 1: 1 x16 Gen5 Full height, 3/4 length, Half length or 1 x8/ 1 x16 Gen 5 or 1 x16 Gen 4 Low profile, Half length
    • Slot 2: 1 x16 Gen5 Full height, 3/4 length, Half length or 1 x16 Gen 5 or 1 x16 Gen 4 Low profile, Half length
    • Slot 3: 1 x8/ 1 x16 Gen 5 or 1 x16 Gen 4 Low profile, Half length
Operating System and Hypervisors
  • Canonical Ubuntu Server LTS
  • Microsoft Windows Server with Hyper-V
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
  • VMware ESXi
OEM-ready version availabe From bezel to BIOS to packaging, your servers can look and feel as if they were designed and built by you.

Pricing Notes: Pricing and product availability subject to change without notice.

Support & Services

Dell Technologies offers complete end-to-end services

Optimizing the IT lifecycle is vital. We have expert services for all lifecycle phases that save you time and resources, reduce effort, and improve your IT experience.

Consulting

Consulting services give expert guidance to help you grow, optimize and transform your IT environment at your own pace and budget. Dell employ a broad range of certified consultants and engineers, backed by program management teams, who can deliver deep technical expertise. Dell gives you the confidence that your project will be done right and on time.

Support

Gain the freedom to focus on your business transformation with the support expertise and insights Dell is known for across the globe. Choose the right support based on the criticality of specific systems with available automated predictive analysis, collaborative third-party assistance and a Technology Service Manager.

Deployment

ProDeploy Enterprise Suite helps you get more out of technology starting on day one. Residency Service provides ongoing transition assistance to accelerate adoption. Trust our experts to lead deployments from basic hardware installations through planning, configuration and complex integrations to help you achieve business outcomes today and tomorrow.

Training & Certification

Education Services offers an expansive suite of training services with multiple delivery methods, including instructor-led, self-paced online and virtual instructor-led training. With comprehensive and flexible training programs, we make it easy to ensure your staff has the skills they need to successfully manage and utilize your new technology to its full potential.

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