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Dell Node Enclosures

Every Dell node server needs a Dell node enclosure to house and protect your high-density compute systems. Each enclosure or chassis provides centralised power, cooling and networking for the node servers installed within. That makes them a space-efficient and cost-effective system for enterprise level businesses. 

At ITinStock, we stock a comprehensive range of refurbished Dell node enclosures, including the PowerEdge VRTX, the FX2 and FX2s, and the C6400. Browse our selection below or contact us for help finding the right node enclosure for your requirements.

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Benefits of Dell Blade Enclosures

Dell node enclosures house compute sleds within a shared chassis. Containing all its nodes, a node enclosure makes sure all units are powered from the same source, streamlining operational management. Not only that, but a node server takes up no more space than a standard rack server but is more versatile thanks to its swappable nodes.

There are several types of Dell node enclosures. The PowerEdge VRTX is Dell's office-optimised chassis, available in both tower and 5U rack configurations, and can install up to four PowerEdge M-series server nodes and eight PCIe expansion slots. The PowerEdge FX2 and FX2s are 2U rack enclosures, supporting up to four half-width, eight quarter-width, or two full-width compute sleds. Dell The FX2s adds eight low-profile PCIe 3.0 expansion slots. The PowerEdge C6400 is Dell's ultra-dense 2U node enclosure for high-performance computing. It supports up to four independent, hot-swappable two-socket node sleds, supporting up to 24x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA/NVMe drives or 12 x 3.5-inch drives.

We have plenty of refurbished Dell node enclosures at ITinStock, so why not take a look?

Why Choose Refurbished Dell Blade Enclosures from ITinStock?

We stock a wide range of refurbished Dell node enclosures at ITinStock, and we’re happy to discuss bespoke configurations to match your exact requirements. Every enclosure undergoes rigorous testing to make sure it works reliably before despatch. Providing all needed equipment is in stock, we work with our couriers to arrange fast delivery to the UK and worldwide. Our expert support team are on hand to assist with any requirements, from pre-purchase advice through to post-delivery support.

Complement Your Setup

Maximise your Dell node enclosure with these complementary IT components:

  • Dell Node Servers What Dell node enclosure is complete without nodes to populate it? Complete your server with our selection of PowerEdge node servers.
  • Network Cards (PCIe) Expand the I/O capabilities of your node servers with compatible network interface cards, from 1GbE to 25GbE and beyond.
  • Memory (RAM) We stock compatible DDR4 ECC RDIMM and LRDIMM modules to maximise the memory of any Dell node server you may have.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Dell node enclosures does ITinStock stock?
We stock a broad selection of refurbished Dell PowerEdge node enclosures. Our range includes the PowerEdge VRTX (in both tower and rack configurations), the FX2 and FX2s, and the C6400 chassis. We also stock compatible compute sleds, CMC management modules, and I/O and networking modules for the enclosed nodes. Stock levels vary, so please contact our team for current availability or to discuss a specific configuration.

What is the difference between the Dell PowerEdge VRTX, FX2 and C6400 node enclosures?
The VRTX is designed for office environments and remote offices. It is available as a tower or 5U rack chassis, integrating up to four M-series server nodes and up to eight PCIe expansion slots, designed for environments without a dedicated data centre.

The FX2 and FX2s are purpose-built 2U rack platforms for converged, data centre-grade deployments, supporting FC-series and FM-series compute sleds with either pass-through or I/O aggregator networking modules.

The C6400 is the most compute-dense of the three: an ultra-dense 2U enclosure supporting up to four independent hot-swappable two-socket node sleds, targeting HPC, hyper-converged infrastructure and cloud workloads with the latest Intel and AMD processor families.

The compute sleds are designed for a specific enclosure type and cannot be moved between the three server types.

Do Dell node servers require a separate enclosure to operate?
Yes. Dell PowerEdge node servers and compute sleds cannot operate independently. They require a compatible chassis enclosure to provide power, cooling, networking and management infrastructure. It is important to verify sled-to-enclosure compatibility before purchasing, as no Dell node server is interchangeable with each other. If you need help matching compute sleds to a compatible enclosure, our team is happy to advise.

What is the difference between a Dell node enclosure and a Dell blade enclosure?
Both blade and node server enclosures are a shared chassis that provides power, cooling and management for multiple compute modules… but the difference is in their form factor, target use case and the type of modules they accept. Dell's blade enclosures, such as the M1000e and MX7000, are traditional data centre platforms designed for high-density blade servers in 7U or 10U chassis configurations. Node enclosures, by contrast, tend to be more compact and versatile: the FX2 and C6400 fit within 2U, while the VRTX offers an office-appropriate tower form factor. Node enclosures also generally offer more integrated shared storage options (particularly the VRTX) and, in the case of the FX2s and VRTX, standard PCIe expansion slots that blade enclosures do not support. The compute sleds used in node enclosures and the blade servers used in blade enclosures are not interchangeable.

How do refurbished Dell node enclosures differ from new ones?
Refurbished Dell node enclosures are pre-owned units that have been inspected, cleaned, tested, and verified to be in full working order before resale. At ITinStock, every server undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets reliable operational standards. The key differences from new units are the lower price and that there may be some cosmetic wear on the chassis or blade carriers. Our well-refurbished Dell node enclosures deliver the same enterprise-grade performance as new, with access to the same hardware capabilities too.

Find Your Ideal Dell Node Enclosure Today

Browse our complete range of refurbished Dell node enclosures above or contact our team for expert advice on selecting the right configuration for your business from ITinStock.

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