The Dell 284FC (284FC - Dell 16GB DDR3-1600MHz PC3-12800 ECC Registered CL11 240-Pin DIMM 1.35V Low Voltage Dual Rank Memory Module) is a Server Memory component engineered for sustained enterprise-class workloads. This part addresses common procurement scenarios where exact-match replacement, capacity expansion, or new-build deployment is required. Technical specifications include capacity of 16 GB, pc standard of PC3-12800, number of sticks of 1, frequency of 1600 MHz, connector of 240-pin, voltage of 1.35V, memory class of ECC, Registered, features of Dual-Rank. Common deployment scenarios include database server upgrades (in-memory caches, SQL buffer pools), VMware ESXi / Hyper-V virtualization host memory expansion, GPU compute scratch pools, and HPC node provisioning. Pro Disk Network supplies the 284FC to US business buyers. Stocked units ship same-day on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET. Pro Disk Network applies a 90-day functional warranty. Free US ground shipping on orders over $150; same-day expedited (UPS Next Day Air, FedEx Priority) available at checkout.
The 284FC is a Dell server memory component with capacity 16 GB, pc standard PC3-12800, number of sticks 1. Pro Disk Network sells the 284FC for $73.68 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
Quick Answer: What servers is the 284FC compatible with?
The 284FC is a Dell server memory module. Confirm DIMM rank, voltage, and speed against the target server's supported memory list before deployment - mixed configurations may downclock to the slowest installed module. For server-specific population diagrams, email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your server serial number.
How fast does the 284FC ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the 284FC same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
The 284FC 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.
Hyper-V Cluster Node — Windows Server 2019/2022 Hyper-V hosts with Storage Spaces Direct. Dynamic memory allocation makes higher-density DIMMs cost-effective.
AI / ML Training — PyTorch and TensorFlow workloads benefit from large host memory pools for dataset preprocessing and CPU-side feature engineering.
Tanzu / Kubernetes Workers — Worker node memory expansion for high-density container deployments. Plan for 8–16 GB per moderate Pod baseline.
What is the 284FC?
The 284FC is a Dell server memory module with capacity 16 GB and pc standard PC3-12800, 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 284FC
Pros
Lower cost than buying through the OEM channel
Same-day US shipping cuts deployment lead time
Cons
Refurbished tier may show minor cosmetic markings
Not optimised for overclocked workstation builds
Frequently Asked Questions about 284FC
Is the 284FC a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 284FC as factory-original Dell inventory. 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 90 days.
What servers is the 284FC compatible with?
The 284FC is a Dell server memory module. Confirm DIMM rank, voltage, and speed against the target server's supported memory list before deployment - mixed configurations may downclock to the slowest installed module. For server-specific population diagrams, email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your server serial number.
How fast does the 284FC ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the 284FC same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
What is the warranty on the 284FC?
New 284FC 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 (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the 284FC?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Compatibility: Rank, Density, and Channel Population Rules
Memory population order for Xeon Scalable is documented in the motherboard manual; the typical rule is to populate channels symmetrically across both CPU sockets and across all six channels per socket. For two-socket builds with eight DIMMs, populate the white slot first on each channel; for sixteen-DIMM builds, populate both slots on every channel. Asymmetric population leaves performance on the table.
Pricing Strategy: New, Bulk, or Refurbished
The 284FC is available across three procurement tiers, and the choice is driven by criticality, warranty coverage, and budget. New (sealed OEM) units carry the full Dell manufacturer warranty and command a 20-30% premium over bulk-OEM tier. New (bulk-OEM) units are factory-fresh modules sold without retail box. Refurbished units come from decommissioned servers, are individually MemTest-validated, and carry a 90-day advance-replacement warranty.