Dell PowerEdge XE9680 8x H100 SXM5
Dell-engineered 8-GPU HGX platform with enterprise serviceability built in.
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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.
8x NVIDIA H100 80GB SXM5 (640GB HBM3 total)
Dual Intel Xeon Scalable (4th/5th Gen), up to 56/64 cores
Up to 4TB DDR5 ECC (32 DIMM)
Up to 8x 2.5" NVMe or 16x E3.S NVMe direct
Overview
The PowerEdge XE9680 delivers eight NVLink-connected H100 SXM5 GPUs in Dell's serviceable 6U chassis with iDRAC9 management for enterprises that standardize on Dell support and lifecycle tooling. Nexus Compute configures, validates, and warranty-backs each system through authorized Dell channels so it integrates cleanly into existing PowerEdge estates.
Who This Solution Is For
Business Benefits
Fits Dell-standard ops
iDRAC9 and OpenManage let existing Dell teams manage AI nodes with tooling they already run.
Enterprise serviceability
Dell's chassis design and global support model simplify maintenance over the deployment lifecycle.
Authorized sourcing
Procured through authorized Dell channels with full warranty and traceable configuration.
Typical Business Use Cases
Enterprise LLM training and fine-tuning
Production inference within Dell-managed data centers
Accelerated HPC and simulation
AI platform consolidation on PowerEdge
Industry Applications
Technical Overview
The XE9680 is a 6U dual-socket server built on the NVIDIA HGX H100 8-GPU SXM5 baseboard with NVSwitch for 900GB/s GPU interconnect. Dual 4th/5th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable CPUs drive up to 4TB of DDR5 with up to ten PCIe Gen5 front slots and iDRAC9 out-of-band management.
| GPU / Accelerator | 8x NVIDIA H100 80GB SXM5 (640GB HBM3 total) |
| GPU Interconnect | NVLink with NVSwitch, 900GB/s GPU-to-GPU |
| CPU | Dual Intel Xeon Scalable (4th/5th Gen), up to 56/64 cores |
| Memory | Up to 4TB DDR5 ECC (32 DIMM) |
| Storage | Up to 8x 2.5" NVMe or 16x E3.S NVMe direct |
| Networking / Fabric | Up to 10x PCIe Gen5 x16 front; OCP 3.0; InfiniBand optional |
| Form Factor | 6U rackmount |
| Management | iDRAC9 with OpenManage Enterprise |
| Power | 6x 2800W redundant PSUs (~5.6kW full load) |
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
How does this compare to a Supermicro 8-GPU node?
The GPU subsystem is the same HGX H100 baseboard; the XE9680 differs in Dell's chassis serviceability, iDRAC9 management, and ProSupport, which suit Dell-standardized enterprises.
Does it integrate with existing PowerEdge management?
Yes. iDRAC9 and OpenManage Enterprise let your team monitor and update it alongside the rest of your PowerEdge fleet.
What power should we provision?
A fully loaded node draws roughly 5.6kW; we confirm rack power and cooling requirements before delivery.
Hardware Assistance
Configure the Dell PowerEdge XE9680 8x H100 SXM5 with Nexus Compute
Tell us your requirements and a hardware specialist will help you specify, configure, and quote the right system — typically within two business days. No obligation.