Dell part number C718C identifies the C718C - Dell PCI-X/ PCI Express Riser for Precision Workstation R5400, an enterprise-grade Server Accessories unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. Technical specifications include interface of PCI Express. 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 sources the C718C through reputable distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Listed compatibility: Precision Workstation R5400. Cross-verify against the OEM compatibility matrix before deployment for production workloads. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The C718C is a Dell server accessories component with interface PCI Express. Pro Disk Network sells the C718C for $96.84 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
The C718C is a Dell server accessories 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 C718C ship?
C718C orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
The C718C 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.
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.
Branch / Office Server — Smaller-form remote office server for AD DC, file share, print server roles.
What is the C718C?
The C718C is a Dell rack-mount server chassis with interface PCI Express, 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 C718C
Pros
Same-day US shipping from our US warehouse
Cons
Not recommended for OLTP databases above 50 TPS
Mechanical drive — expect 5–10W idle power per unit
3.5" form factor only — confirm caddy fit before ordering
Frequently Asked Questions about C718C
Is the C718C a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every C718C 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.
Will the C718C fit my system?
The C718C is a Dell server accessories 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 C718C ship?
C718C orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the C718C?
New C718C 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 C718C?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.