Dell POWEREDGE R730 Server Xeon E5-2650 V3 @ 2.30GHz 16GB RAM 6x300GB HDD
Bottom line: The Dell POWEREDGE R730 Server Xeon E5-2650 V3 @ 2.30GHz 16GB RAM 6x300GB is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the lan-party gear category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
Hard Drive: 6x300GB HDD ( upgrade options available ). Dell POWEREDGE R730 Server. RAM: 16GB DDR3 4x4 (upgrade options available). We are here to help and serve you! Fully tested and passed all diagnostic tests.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Dell POWEREDGE R730 Server Xeon E5-2650 V3 @ 2.30GHz 16GB RAM… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the lan-party gear category. Dell's lan-party gear lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for lan-party gear of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| cpu | 2x Intel Xeon E5-2650 v3 2.30GHz |
|---|---|
| ram_gb | 16 |
| drive_bays | 6x 300GB |
| storage_gb | 1800 |
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