Dell PowerEdge XE9780 Rack Server
Air-cooled AI servers designed for performance, simplicity, and seamless integration.
Overview
PowerEdge XE series
Unlock the power of AI and high-performance computing with the Dell PowerEdge XE portfolio.
A comprehensive lineup of servers designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern AI workloads.
Next-Level Performance
Designed for those requiring unmatched reliability and disruptive computational power, the PowerEdge XE Servers are engineered with cutting-edge hardware and optimized for intensive workloads. These servers incorporate advanced processor and GPU architectures, expansive memory configurations, and high-bandwidth I/O capabilities to ensure exceptional performance in computationally demanding scenarios.
- Tailored for AI model training
- High-performance computing (HPC)
- Available as standalone units or as part of the latest Integrated Rack Scalable Systems program
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.
Boost Productivity with Dell system management solutions
Simplify infrastructure management with iDRAC for secure, remote server administration, OpenManage Enterprise to streamline lifecycle management, and AI-enabled AIOps to optimize infrastructure and applications. Automate tasks, get real-time alerts, and scale effortlessly to boost productivity, performance, and uptime.
Maximize performance without thermal limitations
Address growing data center challenges caused by AI and dense computing workloads using a range of solutions that enhance data center cooling strategies, optimize system performance, and empower organizations to balance efficiency, performance, and sustainability.
XE Servers, Scalable Architecture for Future Growth.
- Dell Technologies’ Integrated Rack Systems are purpose-built to support scalable architectures for businesses anticipating future growth.
- Dell rack scale integration streamlines deployment with pre-validated configurations to reduce setup and integration complexity
Purpose Built
- The leader in AI infrastructure As noted in the Forrester® AI Infrastructure Wave
- 7:1 Consolidation capable*
- Up to 73% Boost in power efficiency*
Intelligent
- Up to $50k Savings through power and management optimization*
- 80% of PowerEdge servers achieve EPEAT Climate+ designation*
- Up to 150min Less time to manage per 100 servers*
- Industry leading intelligent management - iDRAC 10 integrated controller and - OpenManage Enterprise
Cyber Resilient
- 3.5x More security features than competitor*
- Zero Trust Adoption Capable
- Factory-to-Site Assurance with Secured Component Verification
Sustainability
- Engineered for Efficiency PowerEdge servers have reduced Energy Intensity (EI) by 83% over the past 8 years
- Efficient Up to 73% boost in power efficiency
Security
- Integrated into every phase of the life cycle
- Note: * Feature not available at product launch.
Features
Scalable, high-performance AI servers
PowerEdge XE9780 delivers peak performance for AI model training, large-scale inferencing, and fine tuning. Providing the reliability and flexibility needed for AI deployment and management.
Integrates with existing air-cooled infrastructure, ensuring compatibility with standard data center power and cooling.
Backed by Dell OpenManage Enterprise for GPU power and thermal monitoring, simplifying AI workload management and maintenance.
Optimized for AI workflows, our air-cooled PowerEdge XE portfolio delivers unmatched adaptability for AI training, inferencing, and fine-tuning.
Built for AI at any scale
Simplified AI
Streamline management with Dell OpenManage Enterprise for efficient GPU power and thermal monitoring. Purpose-built for AI, with high-performance GPU configurations that excel in training, inferencing, and fine-tuning.
Extreme Performance
Maximize AI performance with 8-way Next-Gen GPU acceleration, high-bandwidth memory, and fast GPU-to-GPU communication. Scale with 12 PCIe slots and up to 16 storage bays for high-speed, low-latency data.
Accelerated AI Insights
Achieve faster AI results with optimized performance for demanding workloads. Scale seamlessly with Dell’s AI infrastructure blueprints for efficient deployment and management as workloads grow.
Systems management and security solutions
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.
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.
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
| Feature | XE9780 |
|---|---|
| Processors | Two 6th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors, up to 86 cores per processor |
| DDR5 RDIMM slots (max capacity) | 32 (4 TB) |
| GPUs |
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| Internal boot | Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS-N1 DC-MHS with 2 x 2280 M.2 SSDs) |
| Embedded OSFP | B300: 8 x CX8 OSFP (default) |
| Drives (max capacity) |
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| Power Supplies, redundant, hot swap | 12× 3200W Titanium, 200–240 VAC or 240 VDC |
| Cooling options | Air cooling |
| Rack height | 10U |
| PCIe slots |
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| Network options | 1× OCP NIC 3.0 (x8 PCIe lanes) |
| Fans | 15 Standard grade GPU fans, All are hot swap fans + 5 Standard grade CPU fans, All are cold swap fans |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 439.5 mm × 482.3 mm × 1044.7 mm (with bezel) 439.5 mm × 482.3 mm × 1023 mm (without bezel) |
| Bezel | Front security bezel |
| Maximum weight | 163.20 kg (359.04 lb) |
| Embedded management | iDRAC10, iDRAC Direct, iDRAC RESTful API with Redfish, iDRAC Service Module |
| Tools | Dell System Update, Dell Repository Manager, Enterprise Catalogs, iDRAC RESTful API with Redfish, IPMI, RACADM CLI |
| OpenManage integrations | BMC Truesight, OpenManage Integration with ServiceNow, RedHat Ansible Modules, Terraform Providers |
| Integrated security | Cryptographically signed firmware, Data at Rest Encryption (SEDs with local or external key mgmt), Secure Boot, Secured Component Verification (Hardware integrity check), Secure Erase, Silicon Root of Trust, System Lockdown, Soldered down TPM on Mezzanine DC-SCM, Chassis Intrusion Detection |
| Front ports | 1 x iDRAC Direct (USB C) port, 2 x RJ45 dedicated iDRAC Ethernet ports, 1 x USB A, 1 x Mini DisplayPort |
| Rear ports | NA |
| Operating systems | Canonical Ubuntu Server LTS, Red Hat Enterprise Linux*, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server* |
- Note: * Feature not available at product launch; see product configurator for current availability.
Pricing Notes: Pricing and product availability subject to change without notice.
Support & Services
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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
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Training & Certification
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