The Dell 1640E (1640E - Dell 13.3-inch LCD Top Cover) is a PC Servers & Software component engineered for sustained enterprise-class workloads. Manufactured to OEM specifications and tested for compatibility with Dell PowerEdge R640, R650, R740, R750, R760 and T-series rack and tower servers, this part addresses common procurement scenarios where exact-match replacement, capacity expansion, or new-build deployment is required. Technical specifications include form factor of 13.3-inch. Common deployment scenarios include in-place server fleet refresh, expansion of existing virtualization clusters, new-build deployments for branch-office / edge-compute roles, and replacement-of-EOL infrastructure under existing service contracts. Pro Disk Network maintains the 1640E in our enterprise inventory and verifies each unit against manufacturer datasheet specifications prior to listing. New stock ships factory-sealed where available; refurbished units are tested under load before dispatch and ship with a 30-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty. Net 30 terms are available for qualified business accounts. Same-day dispatch on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET; free standard ground shipping on US orders over $150.
The 1640E is a Dell pc servers & software component with form factor 13.3-inch. Pro Disk Network sells the 1640E for $98.25 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day free return guarantee.
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The 1640E is a Dell pc servers & software part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the 1640E ship?
If in stock, the 1640E ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
The 1640E is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Virtualization Host — VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, or Proxmox host with 2-CPU configuration. Sized for 50–200 VMs depending on workload mix.
Database Server — SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL server with dedicated all-flash storage. Single-purpose deployments for predictable IOPS.
Backup / DR Repository — Veeam, Rubrik, Commvault primary backup tier. High capacity, RAID 6 over many spinning drives or large SSDs.
AI / ML Training — GPU-equipped chassis for PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face training runs. Verify PCIe lane allocation per GPU.
New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier
Pro Disk Network offers the 1640E across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.
Tier
Discount vs OEM List
Warranty
Best For
New (Sealed OEM)
25–40%
Dell manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)
Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)
50–65%
3-year Pro Disk Network warranty
New cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished
75–85%
12-month advance replacement
Capacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh
Bulk & Volume Pricing for 1640E
Ships from our US warehouse — same-day US dispatch on orders placed before 2pm ET. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government and education.
Volume discounts on the 1640E are automatic at checkout. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government, and education. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com for orders above 100 units.
Quantity
Discount
Unit Price
1
0%
$98.25
5+
4%
$94.32
10+
8%
$90.39
25+
13%
$85.48
50+
18%
$80.57
100+
23%
$75.65
What is the 1640E?
The 1640E is a Dell rack-mount server chassis with form factor 13.3-inch, manufactured by Dell. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of 1640E
Pros
Same-day US shipping from our US warehouse
OEM-grade firmware preinstalled
Compatible with major hyperscale chassis (HP, Dell, IBM, Cisco)
Cons
Not enterprise NVMe — sub-100 µs latency workloads need a different SKU
Bulk capacity is the value play, not raw IOPS
Larger orders may ship via LTL freight (signature required)
Frequently Asked Questions about 1640E
Is the 1640E a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 1640E as factory-original Dell inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Dell servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
Will the 1640E fit my system?
The 1640E is a Dell pc servers & software part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the 1640E ship?
If in stock, the 1640E ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
What is the warranty on the 1640E?
New 1640E units carry the full Dell manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the 1640E?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.