Dell PowerEdge VRTX Blade Chassis - 19x 2.4TB 10K + 4x 960GB SSD Storage

Dell PowerEdge VRTX Blade Chassis - Enterprise Shared Infrastructure Solution

Experience enterprise-class performance with this certified refurbished Dell PowerEdge VRTX Blade Chassis featuring 19x 2.4TB 10K SAS hard drives plus 4x 960GB SSD storage, delivering approximately 49TB of raw storage capacity in a compact 5U form factor with integrated networking and management capabilities. This verified refurbished unit combines massive storage with blade server scalability, making it ideal for growing businesses seeking data centre performance without the complexity or cost of traditional infrastructure.

Ideal Use Cases

The PowerEdge VRTX excels in environments requiring consolidated compute and storage resources. Perfect for remote offices, branch locations, and small to medium enterprises needing virtualisation platforms, file servers, database hosting, and application deployment. This shared infrastructure platform eliminates the need for separate servers, storage arrays, and network switches, simplifying IT management whilst delivering robust performance for mission-critical workloads.

Key Features and Benefits

• Massive Shared Storage: 19x 2.4TB 10K RPM SAS drives provide high-performance storage for demanding applications, while 4x 960GB SSDs deliver accelerated data access for critical workloads
• Scalable Blade Architecture: Supports up to four half-height PowerEdge M-series blade servers, allowing you to expand compute capacity as your business grows
• Integrated Management: Built-in Chassis Management Controller (CMC) simplifies administration with centralised monitoring, configuration, and deployment
• Redundant Power: Multiple 1600W power supply units ensure continuous operation and protect against power failures
• Space Efficient Design: 5U rackable tower chassis consolidates servers, storage, and networking into a single, manageable unit
• Cost Effective Solution: Refurbished pricing delivers enterprise capabilities at a fraction of new equipment costs whilst reducing total cost of ownership

Essential Technical Specifications

• Chassis Type: Dell PowerEdge VRTX 5U shared infrastructure platform
• Hard Drive Configuration: 19x 2.4TB SAS 10K RPM (6Gb/s) drives
• Solid State Storage: 4x 960GB SAS SSD drives
• Total Raw Capacity: Approximately 49TB
• Blade Server Slots: 4x half-height blade server bays
• Power Supplies: Multiple 1600W redundant PSUs
• Form Factor: 5U rackable tower chassis
• Networking: Integrated networking switches with multiple ports
• Management: Integrated CMC with LCD display, KVM, USB access

Cosmetic Condition Grades

Excellent Grade: Shows minimal signs of previous use with only light surface marks that don't affect functionality. The chassis maintains a professional appearance suitable for any environment.

Good Grade: May display moderate cosmetic wear including scratches or scuffs from previous deployment, but all structural components remain intact and fully functional.

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Every Dell PowerEdge VRTX blade chassis sold by Reboot IT undergoes thorough testing of all features and functions using cutting-edge diagnostic software. Reboot IT has been an industry expert since 2001, bringing over two decades of refurbishment expertise to every unit. All systems are verified refurbished through Reboot IT's meticulous testing process, ensuring reliable performance and peace of mind.

This unit includes a 1 year warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, demonstrating our confidence in the quality of our certified refurbished equipment. Our warranty ensures you receive enterprise-grade infrastructure with comprehensive protection.

About the Storage Configuration

The combination of high-capacity 10K SAS drives and SSD storage provides an optimal balance between capacity and performance. The 2.4TB 10K drives deliver reliable throughput for general workloads, whilst the 960GB SSDs accelerate applications requiring low latency and rapid data access. This hybrid configuration supports diverse virtualisation scenarios, database operations, and file serving requirements.

Pros and Cons of Blade Infrastructure

Advantages: Blade systems like the VRTX offer exceptional density, centralised management, shared resources, simplified cabling, and lower power consumption compared to standalone tower servers. The integrated storage and networking reduce complexity significantly.

Considerations: Blade architectures may have proprietary components and represent a larger upfront investment compared to individual servers, though the consolidated approach delivers superior long-term value and manageability.

Ready to Deploy

This Dell PowerEdge VRTX arrives ready for rack installation with included rails and is fully tested to ensure immediate deployment. Whether you're consolidating existing infrastructure, establishing a new remote office, or building a private virtualisation platform, this certified refurbished solution delivers enterprise performance with proven reliability.

Upgrade your infrastructure today with this professionally refurbished Dell PowerEdge VRTX blade chassis from Reboot IT - where enterprise-class technology meets exceptional value.