Sourced for enterprise IT teams managing Dell PowerEdge R640, R650, R740, R750, R760 and T-series rack and tower servers, the Dell 540-BCJE (540-BCJE - Dell QLogic 2692 Dual-Port Fibre Channel 16GB/s Mini-Mezzanine Card for PowerEdge MX740c) is a PC Servers & Software component matched to OEM specifications. Each unit is verified against manufacturer datasheet revisions and is appropriate for new-build, expansion, or warranty-replacement procurement. Technical specifications include capacity of 16 GB, interface of Fibre Channel, data rate of 16 Gb/s. Typical use cases include VMware vSphere / Hyper-V / KVM virtualization host, Kubernetes worker-node provisioning, on-prem cloud (OpenStack, OpenShift) compute nodes, and database / application-server roles. Pro Disk Network maintains the 540-BCJE 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 540-BCJE is a Dell pc servers & software component with capacity 16 GB, interface Fibre Channel, data rate 16 Gb/s. Pricing on the 540-BCJE is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.
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The 540-BCJE 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 540-BCJE ship?
If in stock, the 540-BCJE 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 540-BCJE 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 540-BCJE 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
What is the 540-BCJE?
The 540-BCJE is a Dell rack-mount server chassis with capacity 16 GB and interface Fibre Channel, 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 540-BCJE
Pros
Verified compatible with VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox
HCL-listed RAID controller pairings
Pre-validated firmware versus the manufacturer compatibility matrix
Cons
Designed for capacity tier, not write-intensive cache
Not a drop-in for desktop NAS without verifying caddy
Some firmware revs locked to specific RAID-controller families
Frequently Asked Questions about 540-BCJE
Is the 540-BCJE a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 540-BCJE 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 540-BCJE fit my system?
The 540-BCJE 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 540-BCJE ship?
If in stock, the 540-BCJE 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 540-BCJE?
New 540-BCJE 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 540-BCJE?
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.