Dell part number N8525 identifies the N8525 - Dell PCI-x Expansion Board Assembly for PowerEdge 1850, an enterprise-grade Server Accessories unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. Technical specifications include interface of PCI-X. 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 N8525 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 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty. Same-day dispatch on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET; free standard ground shipping on US orders over $150.
The N8525 is a Dell server accessories component with interface PCI-X. Pro Disk Network sells the N8525 for $84.00 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
The N8525 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 N8525 ship?
N8525 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 N8525 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 N8525?
The N8525 is a Dell rack-mount server chassis with interface PCI-X, 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 N8525
Pros
Same-day US shipping from our US warehouse
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 N8525
Is the N8525 a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every N8525 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 N8525 fit my system?
The N8525 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 N8525 ship?
N8525 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 N8525?
New N8525 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 N8525?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.