Dell Server Storage — PowerEdge Hard Drives & SSDs

Enterprise SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives for every Dell PowerEdge server

About Server Storage

Dell PowerEdge servers demand storage that matches their enterprise-grade reliability. We carry a comprehensive inventory of Dell-compatible SAS hard drives, SATA SSDs, and NVMe drives for the entire PowerEdge lineup — from the R640 and R740 through the current R660 and R760 generations.

Every drive ships pre-configured with the correct Dell-compatible firmware and in the appropriate drive caddy/carrier for your server model. No compatibility guesswork — just pull the old drive, slide in the new one, and your RAID controller recognizes it immediately.

Dell PowerEdge Storage Options

SAS HDDs (10K/15K RPM) — 600 GB to 2.4 TB for transactional workloads and databases
SAS/SATA SSDs — 480 GB to 7.68 TB for mixed-use and read-intensive VMs
NVMe U.2 SSDs — 1.6 TB to 15.36 TB for maximum IOPS (R750/R760 with NVMe backplane)
Nearline SAS HDDs (7.2K) — 4 TB to 18 TB for bulk storage, backup targets, and file servers

Ordering for a fleet? We offer volume pricing on 10+ drives with matched firmware revisions across your order — critical for RAID consistency. Request a bulk quote for your Dell storage expansion.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What hard drives are compatible with Dell PowerEdge R740?

The Dell PowerEdge R740 supports 2.5" SAS/SATA drives (up to 16 bays in SFF chassis) or 3.5" SAS/SATA/nearline drives (up to 8 bays in LFF chassis). NVMe drives are supported in the rear flex bays or with the optional NVMe backplane. Supported capacities range from 480 GB SSDs to 18 TB nearline HDDs.

Do Dell servers require Dell-branded drives?

No. Dell PowerEdge servers work with any drive that meets the interface specification (SAS, SATA, or NVMe). However, the drive must be in a Dell-compatible drive caddy/carrier to physically fit the hot-swap bay. We include the correct caddy with every drive we ship for Dell servers.

Can I mix SSD and HDD in the same Dell PowerEdge server?

Yes, Dell PowerEdge servers support mixed SSD and HDD configurations. For optimal performance, configure SSDs and HDDs in separate RAID virtual disks on your PERC controller. Many administrators use SSDs for the OS and databases, with HDDs for bulk data storage.

What is the best SSD for Dell PowerEdge virtualization?

For VMware/Hyper-V on Dell PowerEdge, mixed-use SATA SSDs (1-3 DWPD) in 1.92 TB or 3.84 TB capacities offer the best value. For high-performance databases, NVMe U.2 drives provide 5-10x the IOPS. Popular choices include the Samsung PM893 (SATA) and PM9A3 (NVMe).