Dell PowerEdge T550 Departmental Tower Server
Reliable dual-socket tower for core departmental workloads
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Configuration at a Glance
Tailored per engagement. Full technical overview below.
Configuration Options
Core specifications for this system. Every component is configurable to your workload — request a quote for a tailored build.
2x Intel Xeon Silver 4314 (16C, 3rd Gen Scalable)
256GB DDR4 RDIMM @ 3200MT/s (16 DIMM slots)
8x 3.5" SAS/SATA + BOSS-S2 M.2 boot
Overview
This PowerEdge T550 is configured as a dependable departmental and branch server with dual 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors, DDR4 memory, and flexible SAS, SATA, and NVMe storage for everyday business applications. It is assembled, RAID-configured, and quality tested before shipment with Dell ProSupport warranty sourced through authorized channels.
Who This Solution Is For
Business Benefits
Proven workhorse platform
The dual-socket T550 delivers dependable performance for the applications a department runs daily.
Flexible storage tiers
Mixed SAS, SATA, and NVMe bays let you balance capacity and speed to the workload.
Quiet and serviceable
Office-grade acoustics and tool-less serviceability keep it practical outside a data center.
Typical Business Use Cases
File, print, and directory services
Line-of-business application hosting
Light virtualization and databases
Small-team backup target
Industry Applications
Technical Overview
The PowerEdge T550 is a 5U air-cooled tower built on dual 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors with up to six PCIe Gen4 expansion slots and an OCP 3.0 mezzanine. iDRAC9 delivers embedded out-of-band management and automated lifecycle tooling.
| CPU | 2x Intel Xeon Silver 4314 (16C, 3rd Gen Scalable) |
| Memory | 256GB DDR4 RDIMM @ 3200MT/s (16 DIMM slots) |
| Storage | 8x 3.5" SAS/SATA + BOSS-S2 M.2 boot |
| RAID | Dell PERC H755 hardware RAID |
| Expansion | Up to 6x PCIe Gen4 + OCP 3.0 slot |
| Form Factor | Tower (5U rack-equivalent), air-cooled |
| Management | iDRAC9 Express/Enterprise |
| Warranty | Dell ProSupport, configurable term |
Specifications are indicative and configured to each engagement. Request a quote for a configuration tailored to your requirements.
Warranty, Support & Fulfillment
Every system ships from an authorized channel, configured and tested, with the documentation enterprise buyers need — backed by warranty and a dedicated account team.
Enterprise Warranty
Full manufacturer warranty with optional on-site, next-business-day support and extended coverage.
Authorized Channel
Sourced through Tier-1 distribution and OEM partners — never grey market. Asset & warranty records included.
Lead Time & Deployment
48-hour quotes, then configured, burn-in tested, and delivered on a committed schedule.
Nationwide Fulfillment
Coordinated logistics, rack-and-stack, and delivery wherever your infrastructure lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the T550 a good fit for a first dedicated server?
Yes. It provides enterprise reliability, RAID-protected storage, and remote management in a quiet tower sized for a single business location.
Can it grow with added storage or a GPU?
The chassis supports additional drives and entry accelerators within its PCIe Gen4 slots, allowing measured expansion over time.
What management does it include?
iDRAC9 provides agent-free remote monitoring, alerting, and provisioning standard on every configuration.
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