The Dell 311-8208 (311-8208 - Dell 6GB Kit (6 X 1GB) DDR2-667MHz PC2-5300 ECC Registered CL5 240-Pin DIMM Single Rank Memory for PowerEdge T300) is a Memory 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 capacity of 6 GB, pc standard of PC2-5300, connector of 240-pin, memory class of ECC, Registered, features of Single-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 maintains the 311-8208 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 311-8208 is a Dell memory component with capacity 6 GB, pc standard PC2-5300, connector 240-pin. Pro Disk Network sells the 311-8208 for $452.09 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day free return guarantee.
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Quick Answer: What servers is the 311-8208 compatible with?
The 311-8208 is a Dell 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 311-8208 ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the 311-8208 same-day on orders confirmed before 2 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 311-8208 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.
New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier
Pro Disk Network offers the 311-8208 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 311-8208
Ships from our Orlando, FL 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 311-8208 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%
$452.09
5+
4%
$434.01
10+
8%
$415.92
25+
13%
$393.32
50+
18%
$370.71
100+
23%
$348.11
What is the 311-8208?
The 311-8208 is a Dell server memory module with capacity 6 GB and pc standard PC2-5300, 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 311-8208
Pros
Same module rank and density as the original spec
Compatible with major motherboard QVLs (HP, Dell, Supermicro)
RDIMM / LRDIMM clearly labelled for population-rule clarity
Cons
Refurbished tier may show minor cosmetic markings
Single-stick purchases miss volume discount
Not optimised for overclocked workstation builds
Frequently Asked Questions about 311-8208
Is the 311-8208 a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 311-8208 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.
What servers is the 311-8208 compatible with?
The 311-8208 is a Dell 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 311-8208 ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the 311-8208 same-day on orders confirmed before 2 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 311-8208?
New 311-8208 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 311-8208?
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.
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 311-8208 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; Pro Disk Network warranties them for 36 months. Refurbished units come from decommissioned servers, are individually MemTest-validated, and carry a 12-month advance-replacement warranty.