The Dell EMC PowerEdge R6515 (1U rack system) is a 1-socket, 1U server designed to run complex workloads, using highly scalable memory, I/O, and network configurations. The system is based on the AMD EPYC Generation 2 and Generation 3 processors, up to 16 DIMMs, PCI Express-enabled expansion slots, and a choice of LOM riser technologies.
The R6515 is a general-purpose platform capable of handling demanding workloads and applications, such as data warehouses, ecommerce, databases, and high-performance computing (HPC). Also, the server provides extraordinary storage capacity options, making it well-suited for data-intensive applications without sacrificing I/O performance.
Increase efficiency and accelerate operations with an automated infrastructureThe Dell EMC OpenManage™ systems management portfolio delivers an efficient and comprehensive solution for PowerEdge servers through tailored, automated, and repeatable processes.
- Automate server life cycle management with scripting via the iDRAC Restful API with Redfish conformance.
- Simplify and centralize one-to-many management with the OpenManage Enterprise console.
- Utilize the OpenManage Mobile app and PowerEdge Quick Sync 2 to easily manage servers using a phone or tablet.
- Resolve issues with up to 72% less IT effort using automated proactive and predictive technology from ProSupport Plus and SupportAssist.**
Fortify your data center with integrated securityEvery PowerEdge server is designed with a cyber resilient architecture, integrating security deeply into every phase in the lifecycle, from design to retirement.
- Enhance security with platform enablement of AMD Secure Memory Encryption (SME) and Secure Encrypted Virtualization (SEV).
- Operate your workloads on a secure platform anchored by cryptographically trusted booting and silicon root of trust.
- Maintain server firmware safety with digitally signed firmware packages.
- Detect and remediate unauthorized or malicious change with drift detection and system lockdown.
- Securely and quickly wipe all data from storage media including hard drives, SSDs and system memory with System Erase.
Deliver breakthrough performance, innovation and density for traditional and emerging workloadsData center evolution starts with modern platforms that scale easily and are optimized for application performance. The PowerEdge R6515 is built upon a scalable system architecture and provides choice and flexibility to meet performance demands. High-level specifications:
- 100%1 more processing cores and faster data transfer speeds with PCIe Gen 4
- 20%2 more memory performance for scale-out environments
- Improved TCO with VM density and SQL performance improvements
- High parallelism for low latency on ROBO and Dense Azure Stack HCI
Hard drive configurations
| R6515 Configuration details |
Storage module |
Rear storage module |
Controllers |
| 4 x 3.5-inch, SAS/SATA |
4 x 3.5-inch |
None |
CPU direct SATA, SWRAID SATA, Mini PERC (H330, H730P, H740P, HBA330) |
| 8 x 2.5-inch, SAS/SATA |
8 x 2.5-inch |
None |
Mini PERC (H330, H730P, H740P, HBA330) |
| 10 x 2.5-inch, 8 universal and 2 NVMe |
10 x 2.5-inch Passive |
None |
CPU direct NVMe; SWRAID NVMe, Mini PERC (H740P, HBA330) |
| 10 x 2.5-inch, NVMe |
10 x 2.5-inch Passive |
None |
Not applicable |
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NOTE: SAS represents SAS/SATA capable backplane. |
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NOTE: Universal represents SAS/SATA/NVMe capable slots. |
Memory
The PowerEdge R6515 system supports up to 16 DIMMS, 2 TB of memory, and speeds up to 3200MT/s. Unbuffered DIMMs (UDIMMs) are not supported.
| DIMM type |
DIMM ranking |
Capacity |
DIMM rated voltage, Speed |
1DPC |
2DPC |
| RDIMM |
1R |
8 GB |
DDR4 (1.2V), 3200 MT/s |
3200 MT/s |
2933 MT/s |
| 2R |
16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB |
DDR4 (1.2V), 3200 MT/s |
3200 MT/s |
2933 MT/s |
| LRDIMM |
4R or 8R |
128 GB |
DDR4 (1.2V), 2666 MT/s |
2666 MT/s |
2666 MT/s |
Networking and PCIe
The PowerEdge R6515 system offers balanced, scalable I/O capabilities, including integrated PCIe 3.0-capable expansion slots. Dell’s LOM riser card and Dell Select Network Adapters let you choose the right network fabric without using up a valuable PCI slot. Pick the speed, technology, vendor, and other options, such as switch-independent partitioning to share and manage bandwidth on 10 GbE connections.
The PowerEdge R6515 system supports up to two 10/100/1000 Mbps Network Interface Controller (NIC) ports that are located on the back panel. The system also supports LAN on Motherboard (LOM) on an optional riser card. You can install one LOM riser card.
The supported LOM riser options are:
- 2 x 1 GbE
- 2 x 10 GbE
- 2 x 10Gb SFP+
- 2 x 25Gb SFP+
| Expansion card riser |
PCIe slots on the riser |
Processor connection |
Height |
Length |
Slot width |
| No riser |
Slot 1 |
Processor 1 |
NA |
NA |
x8 |
| Riser 1A |
Slot 2 |
Processor 1 |
Low Profile |
Half Length |
x16 |
| Riser 2 |
Slot 3 |
Processor 1 |
Low Profile |
Half Length |
x16 |
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NOTE: The expansion-card slots are not hot-swappable |
Storage Controllers
Dell EMC RAID controller options offer performance improvements, including the Mini PERC solution. The Mini PERC provides a base RAID hardware controller without consuming a PCIe slot by using a small form factor and a high density connector to the base planar.
| Performance level |
Controller description |
| Entry |
- S150 (SATA, NVMe)
- SW RAID SATA
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| Value |
- HBA330 (internal), 12 Gbps SAS HBA (external)
- Fury IOC
- Memory: None
- x8 12 Gb SAS
- x8 PCIe 3.0
- HBA355e (external)
- H330, 12 Gbps SAS HBA (external)
- Fury IOC
- Memory: None
- x8 12 Gb SAS
- x8 PCIe 3.0
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| Value performance |
- H730P
- Invader ROC
- Memory: 2 GB, NV 72-bit, 866MHz
- x8 12 Gb SAS
- x8 PCIe 3.0
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| Premium performance |
- H740P, H840(UI)
- Harpoon 8x8 ROC
- Memory: 4/8 GB, NV 72-bit
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Boot Options
IDSDMThe IDSDM is perfect for booting the Hypervisor OS. If you need to boot a full OS. It is recommended that you use the BOSS Card for full OS Boot.
Internal USBThe Internal USB has a dedicated USB slot on the system board. This is ideal for extra storage or booting the OS/Hypervisor OS for virtual MAchines.
BOSSThe Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS) is an alternative, high speed location to install the operating system. This ensures that the drive based storage is not used by the operating system. BOSS is a simple RAID solution card designed specifically for booting the system's operating system, which supports up to two 6 Gbps M.2 SATA drives. This card has a x8 connector using PCIe gen 2.0 x2 lanes, available only in the low-profile and half-height form factor.
Power & Dimensions
Power Supply Unit (PSU)
- 550 W AC Platinum
- 700 W 100-240 Vac Platinum
Dimensions & Weight
- Depth: 692.62mm (27.26")
- Width: 482.0mm (18.97")
- Height: 42.8mm (1.68")
- Weight: 16.75kg (36.92lb)
