Current Configuration
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Server Chassis
Select Processor
Bezel
Liquid Cooled System
Extra Supported Kits and Modules
Boot Optimized Storage Subsystem (BOSS-S2 or BOSS-S1):
Memory
RAID Controllers
HDD 3.5" Drives
HDD 2.5" Drives
SSD 2.5" Drives
SSD 2.5" NVMe Drives
Riser Configurations
GPU
OCP 3.0
Dual Internal SD Module (IDSDM)
Internal USB
Rail Kits
Trusted Platform Module
iDRAC9
Power Supplies
ECS Warranty
Quick Specs
1U rack server
Processor | Max: 64 Cores2x 2nd or 3rd Gen AMD EPYC
Memory | Max: 2TB RDIMM | 4TB LRDIMM32 DDR4 RDIMM/LRDIMM 3200Mhz
Storage | Max: N/A4x 3.5" SAS/NL-SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD)
8x 2.5" SAS/NL-SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD)
10x 2.5" SAS/NL-SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD) NVMe
10 (front) + 2 (rear) 2.5" SAS/NL-SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD) NVMe
2 SFF SAS/SATA (HDD/SSD) NVMe (10 Bay Only)
RAID Controller:S150 (SW RAID)
HBA345, H345, H745, H840, 12G SAS HBA, H755, H755N
BOSS
BOSS-S2
IDSDM
OCP x16 Mezz 3.0 + 2 x 1GE LOM
Remote Management:iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller
PCIe Slots:3 x Gen4 slots (x16) at 16GT/s
GPU:Up to 3 Single-Wide GPU
Ideal for:
- High-Performance Computing (HPC)
- Virtual Desktop Interface (VDI)
- Virtualization
The Dell EMC PowerEdge R6525 Rack Server is a highly configurable, dual-socket 1U rack server that delivers outstanding balanced performance and innovations for dense compute environments to address traditional and emerging workloads and applications.
The new Dell EMC PowerEdge R6525 is a highly configurable, dual-socket 1U rack server that delivers outstanding balanced performance and innovation for dense compute environments. It’s ideal for traditional and emerging workloads and applications. High-level features include:
- 64 processing cores and faster data transfer speeds with PCIe Gen 4
- Up to 3200MT/s memory speed to reduce latency and deliver faster response
- Multi GPU support to accelerate end user VDI performance
- Highest core count PE 1U server with cryptographic isolation between hypervisor and VMs
The 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 security
Every 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
The PowerEdge R6525 enables multiple storage configurations to tune the system configuration for a variety of workloads. The R6525 is available in the following configuration types:
- 4 x 3.5-inch backplane configuration with support up to 4 SAS/SATA drives
- 8 x 2.5-inch backplane configuration with support up to 8 SAS/SATA drives
- 10 x 2.5-inch backplane configuration with support up to 10 SAS/SATA/NVMe drives
- 10 (front) + 2 (rear) x 2.5-inch hot-swappable SAS, SATA , or NVMe drives

This R6525 Rack Server has 3 different heat sinks, and 3 different fans. Please read the Tech Manual "thermal restriction" for more details.
| Heat sink | Processor TDP |
|---|---|
| STD HSK | < 180 W |
| L-type HSK | Processor 1 >= 180 W |
| L-type HSK | Processor 2 >= 180 W |

The new liquid cooling solution provides efficient method to manage the system temperature.
It also provides liquid leak detection mechanism via iDRAC. This technology is managed by the Liquid Leak Sensor (LLS) mechanism.
LLS is able to determine liquid leaks as small as 0.02 ml or large leaks (0.2 ml).

If a GPU is installed on a 4-Bay or 8-bay chassis. You will need to upgrade the Fans to High Performance Silver Fans. If you have the 10-Bay Chassis you will need to upgrade to the Very High Performance Gold Fans. If you install the Liquid Cooling you will need to install the High Performance Silver Fans.

The PowerEdge R6525 system supports up to 32 DIMMS, 2 TB of memory, and speeds up to 3200MT/s. The R6525 support registered (RDIMMs) and load reduced DIMMs (LRDIMMs) which use a buffer to reduce memory loading and provide greater density, allowing for the maximum platform memory capacity. Unbuffered DIMMs (UDIMMs) are not supported.
The older 128 GB capacity LRDIMM memory at 2666 MT/s speed cannot be mixed with the new 128 GB capacity LRDIMM memory at 3200 MT/s speed.
| DIMM Speed(MT/s) | DIMM Type | DIMM Capacity(GB) | Ranks per DIMM | Data Width | DIMM Volts | Minimum RAM | Maximum RAM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3200 | RDIMM | 8 | 1 | 8 | 1.2 | 8GB | 128GB |
| 3200 | RDIMM | 16 | 2 | 8 | 1.2 | 16GB | 256GB |
| 3200 | RDIMM | 32 | 2 | 8 | 1.2 | 32GB | 512GB |
| 3200 | RDIMM | 32 | 2 | 4 | 1.2 | 32GB | 512GB |
| 3200 | RDIMM | 64 | 2 | 4 | 1.2 | 64GB | 1TB |
| 3200 | LRDIMM | 128 | 8 | 4 | 1.2 | 128GB | 2TB |
| 3200 | LRDIMM | 128 | 4 | 4 | 1.2 | 128GB | 2TB |
Dell EMC RAID controller options offer performance improvements, including the Mini PERC solution. Mini PERC provides a base RAID HW controller without consuming a PCIe slot by using a small form factor and high density connector to the base planar.
The following table shows the supported storage controllers for the PowerEdge R6525:
| Performance level | Description |
|---|---|
| Entry | S150 (SATA, NVMe) Software RAID SATA |
| Value | H745 (internal), H345, HBA345 (internal), H840 (external), 12Gbps SAS HBA (external) |
| Value Performance | H755N (internal), HBA355 (internal), HBA355E (external) |

The PowerEdge R6525 system supports two Network Interface Controller (NIC) ports embedded on the LOM card.
The PowerEdge R6525 system also supports OCP NIC port integrated on the optional OCP card.
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| LOM card | 1 GB x 2 |
| OCP card (OCP 3.0) | 1 GbE x 4, 10 GbE x 2, 25 GbE x 2, 25 GbE x 4, 50 GbE x 2, 100 GbE x 2 |

- Configuration 0: No riser
- Configuration 1: R1a
- Configuration 2: R2a + R3a
- Configuration 4: R1a + R4c + R4d
- Configuration 5: R3a
| Expansion card riser | PCIe slots on the riser | Processor connection | Height | Length | Slot width |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R1a (Riser 1) | Slot 1 | Processor 1 | Full Height | 3/4th Length | x16 |
| R2a (Riser 2) | Slot 1 | Processor 1 | Low Profile | Half Length | x16 |
| Slot 2 | Processor 2 | Low Profile | Half Length | x16 | |
| R3a (Riser 3) | Slot 3 | Processor 2 | Low Profile | Half Length | x16 |
| R4c + R4d (Riser 4) | Slot 2 | Processor 2 | Full Height | 3/4th Length | x16 |

BOSS-S1:
Cold-Swap BOSS-S1. Only one BOSS option can be installed at a time.

BOSS-S2:
Hot-Swap BOSS-S2. Only one BOSS option can be installed at a time.

IDSDM:
The IDSDM and the USB can not be installed at the same time.

Internal USB:
The IDSDM and the USB can not be installed at the same time.
| 2.5" x 10 Bay | 2.5" x 8 Bay | 3.5" x 4 Bay | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Config | 3 x LP | 2 x FH | 3 x LP | 2 x FH | 3 x LP | 2 x FH |
| Slot 1 | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Slot 2 | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Slot 3 | Supported | NA | Not supported | NA | Not supported | NA |
| Technology | Detailed Description |
|---|---|
| Power supply | 60mm dimension is the new PSU form factor ● Platinum 800W AC or HVDC (China Only) ● Platinum Mixed Mode 800W AC or HVDC (China Only) ● Titanium 1100 W Mixed Mode AC/HVDC ● (-48 V) 1100 W DC PSU ● Platinum 1400W AC or HVDC (China Only) ● Platinum Mixed Mode 1400W AC or HVDC (China Only) |
- Height: 42.8 mm (1.68")
- Width: 482.0 mm (18.97")
- Depth: 822.89 mm (31.85")
- Weight:
- 4x 3.5" 21.8 kg (48.06 lb)
- 8x 2.5" 19.2 kg (42.33 lb)
- 10x 2.5" 21.8 kg (48.06 lb)
Current Configuration
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