A2

Name: Configuration Rear storage GPU: A2 (Max 6) | No backplane No rear drives HPR GOLD fan with 1U HPR L-Type HSK: 35°C (95°F) | 8 x 2.5- inch NVMe No rear drives: 35°C (95°F) | 16 x 2.5-inch SAS and split NVMe- SAS No rear drives: 35°C (95°F) | 16 x 2.5-inch NVMe or 16 x EDSFF E3.S NVMe No rear drives: 35°C (95°F) | 24 x 2.5- inch SAS No rear drives: 35°C (95°F) | 16 x 2.5- inch SAS + 8 x 2.5- inch NVMe No rear drives: 35°C (95°F) | 24 x 2.5- inch NVMe No rear drives: 35°C (95°F)
Brand: Dell

Graphics card

Dell option (no published part number)

Configuration Rear storage GPU: A2 (Max 6) | No backplane No rear drives HPR GOLD fan with 1U HPR L-Type HSK: 35°C (95°F) | 8 x 2.5- inch NVMe No rear drives: 35°C (95°F) | 16 x 2.5-inch SAS and split NVMe- SAS No rear drives: 35°C (95°F) | 16 x 2.5-inch NVMe or 16 x EDSFF E3.S NVMe No rear drives: 35°C (95°F) | 24 x 2.5- inch SAS No rear drives: 35°C (95°F) | 16 x 2.5- inch SAS + 8 x 2.5- inch NVMe No rear drives: 35°C (95°F) | 24 x 2.5- inch NVMe No rear drives: 35°C (95°F)

Verified in 1 active model(s): Dell PowerEdge R760

Description

GPU / accelerator card

A GPU or PCIe accelerator card that takes heavy parallel processing off the CPU; it comes in single-wide or double-wide form.

It is essential for training and inference of AI models, rendering, VDI and scientific computing.

The processing time of these workloads drops to a fraction of the time on the CPU.

This text is the general explanation of this category of part (not a claim about one specific model).

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Active models in which this part is listed

Dell PowerEdge R760

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Related rules (29)

WarningThe rule applies only when this part is selected
Dell documents 'two DW GPUs or six SW GPUs'; mixing DW and SW GPUs is not documented.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 370
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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NOTE: A maximum of two DW GPUs with power cables or a maximum of six SW GPUs are supported in a system based on riser configuration.
Source: dell-r760-tg — page 9
Dell PowerEdge R760 Technical Guide
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GPU Options Up to two double wide 350 W, or six single wide 75 W accelerators
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
These cards are not listed in the card table of riser configuration 0 (NO RSR) in Dell's ISM and are not supported with it.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 260
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 154. Configuration 0: No risers
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Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
These cards are not listed in the card table of riser configuration 6 (R2A+R4Q) in Dell's ISM and are not supported with it.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 278
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 162. Configuration 6: R2A+R4Q
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 278
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Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
These cards are not listed in the card table of riser configuration 7/12 (R1Q+R2A+R4Q) in Dell's ISM and are not supported with it.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 280
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 163. Configuration 7: R1Q+R2A+R4Q
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 280
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Card type Slot priority Maximum number of cards
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
The selected riser configuration (0) has 0 PCIe slot(s) (ISM Table 153): GPUs + PCIe NICs + external controllers <= 0.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
The selected riser configuration (8, 10-1, 10-2) has 3 PCIe slot(s) (ISM Table 153): GPUs + PCIe NICs + external controllers <= 3.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
12 x 3.5-inch bases use a PERC Adapter in Riser 2 (one slot): with riser configuration 8, 10-1, 10-2 slot cards + adapter <= 3.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
Front + adapter dual-controller base: with riser configuration 8, 10-1, 10-2 slot cards + internal controllers <= 4 (3 slots + the front PERC's integrated slot).
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
The selected riser configuration (6, 9, 11) has 4 PCIe slot(s) (ISM Table 153): GPUs + PCIe NICs + external controllers <= 4.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
12 x 3.5-inch bases use a PERC Adapter in Riser 2 (one slot): with riser configuration 6, 9, 11 slot cards + adapter <= 4.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
Front + adapter dual-controller base: with riser configuration 6, 9, 11 slot cards + internal controllers <= 5 (4 slots + the front PERC's integrated slot).
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
The selected riser configuration (3-1, 3-2, 4-1, 5-1, 5-2, 7/12) has 6 PCIe slot(s) (ISM Table 153): GPUs + PCIe NICs + external controllers <= 6.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
“dell-r760-ism” — page 256View document Search this document
Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
12 x 3.5-inch bases use a PERC Adapter in Riser 2 (one slot): with riser configuration 3-1, 3-2, 4-1, 5-1, 5-2, 7/12 slot cards + adapter <= 6.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
Front + adapter dual-controller base: with riser configuration 3-1, 3-2, 4-1, 5-1, 5-2, 7/12 slot cards + internal controllers <= 7 (6 slots + the front PERC's integrated slot).
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
The selected riser configuration (1, 2) has 8 PCIe slot(s) (ISM Table 153): GPUs + PCIe NICs + external controllers <= 8.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
“dell-r760-ism” — page 256View document Search this document
Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
12 x 3.5-inch bases use a PERC Adapter in Riser 2 (one slot): with riser configuration 1, 2 slot cards + adapter <= 8.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
“dell-r760-ism” — page 256View document Search this document
Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
“dell-r760-ism” — page 256View document Search this document
Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
Front + adapter dual-controller base: with riser configuration 1, 2 slot cards + internal controllers <= 9 (8 slots + the front PERC's integrated slot).
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
“dell-r760-ism” — page 256View document Search this document
Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
The selected riser configuration (6, 8, 10-1, 10-2, 11) has 2 full-height slot(s) (Table 153): GPUs + full-height PCIe NICs <= 2.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
“dell-r760-ism” — page 256View document Search this document
Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
The selected riser configuration (9) has 3 full-height slot(s) (Table 153): GPUs + full-height PCIe NICs <= 3.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
“dell-r760-ism” — page 256View document Search this document
Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
“dell-r760-ism” — page 256View document Search this document
Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
The selected riser configuration (3-1, 3-2, 4-1, 5-1, 5-2, 7/12) has 4 full-height slot(s) (Table 153): GPUs + full-height PCIe NICs <= 4.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
Maximum quantityThe rule limits this part
The selected riser configuration (1, 2) has 6 full-height slot(s) (Table 153): GPUs + full-height PCIe NICs <= 6.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
Dell PowerEdge R760 Installation and Service Manual
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
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Configurations Expansion card risers PCIe Slots Form factor Controlling processor
IncompatibilityA general rule that covers this part through its attributes
The STD heat sink is for non-GPU configurations only.
Parts on the other side: STD HSK
Source: dell-r760-tg — page 72
Dell PowerEdge R760 Technical Guide
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STD HSK ≤ 165 W (supports only 2.5-inch drives and non-GPU configuration)
Source: dell-r760-tg — page 72
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L-type HSK Supports all GPU/FPGA configurations NOTE: All GPU/FGPA cards require 1U L-type HSK and GPU shroud.
IncompatibilityA general rule that covers this part through its attributes
The 2U HPR heat sink is for non-GPU configurations; all GPU cards require the 1U L-type heat sink.
Parts on the other side: 2U HPR HSK
Source: dell-r760-tg — page 72
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2U HPR HSK 125 W–250 W (supports 3.5-inch drives and non-GPU configuration) 165 W–350 W (supports 2.5-inch drives and non-GPU configuration)
Source: dell-r760-tg — page 72
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L-type HSK Supports all GPU/FPGA configurations NOTE: All GPU/FGPA cards require 1U L-type HSK and GPU shroud.
RequirementA general rule that covers this part through its attributes
All GPU cards require the 1U L-type heat sink and the GPU shroud (one per processor); where the GPU thermal matrix says 'Required DLC' the DLC module is used instead of the L-type heat sink.
Parts on the other side: L-type HSKDLC
Source: dell-r760-tg — page 72
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L-type HSK Supports all GPU/FPGA configurations NOTE: All GPU/FGPA cards require 1U L-type HSK and GPU shroud.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 368
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Heat sinks L-type heat sink for processor 1 and processor 2 RC 3-2, 5-2: 2 RC 10-2: 1
RequirementA general rule that covers this part through its attributes
The L-type heat sink is for GPU/FPGA configurations; non-GPU configurations use the STD or 2U HPR heat sink per Dell's heat sink matrix.
Parts on the other side: L-type HSK
Source: dell-r760-tg — page 72
Dell PowerEdge R760 Technical Guide
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L-type HSK Supports all GPU/FPGA configurations NOTE: All GPU/FGPA cards require 1U L-type HSK and GPU shroud.
Source: dell-r760-tg — page 72
Dell PowerEdge R760 Technical Guide
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STD HSK ≤ 165 W (supports only 2.5-inch drives and non-GPU configuration)
IncompatibilityA general rule that covers this part through its attributes
12 x 3.5-inch and rear-drive configurations do not support a GPU card.
Parts on the other side: 12 x 3.5" (SAS/SATA)12 x 3.5" (SAS/SATA) w/ rear 2 x 2.5" (SAS/SATA)12 x 3.5" (SAS/SATA) w/ rear 2 x 2.5" NVMe Direct12 x 3.5" (SAS/SATA) + 4 x 2.5" (SAS/SATA)12 x 3.5" (SAS/SATA) + 4 x 2.5" (NVMe Direct)12 x 3.5" (SAS/SATA) + 4 x EDSFF E3.S (Gen5 x 4 NVMe Direct)24 x 2.5" (SAS4/SATA) + 2 x 2.5" (NVMe Direct)24 x 2.5"(SAS4/SATA) + 2 x 2.5" (SAS/SATA)24 x 2.5"(SAS4/SATA) + 4 x 2.5" (SAS/SATA)24 x 2.5" (SAS4/SATA) + 4 x 2.5" (NVMe Direct)24 x 2.5" + 2 x 2.5" (SAS4/SATA) - Dual Controller24 x 2.5" (SAS4/SATA) with 4 x Universal slots (SAS/SATA HWRAID + NVMe Direct) + 4 x 2.5" (SAS4/SATA)
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 369
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NOTE: 12 x 3.5-inch and rear drive configuration systems do not support a GPU card.
RequirementA general rule that covers this part through its attributes
GPU configurations support only HPR Gold fans (six, per the GPU kit).
Parts on the other side: HPR Gold
Source: dell-r760-tg — page 80
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NOTE: GPU configuration supports only High performance Gold (HPR Gold) fan.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 368
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Fans HPR GOLD fan 6
IncompatibilityA general rule that covers this part through its attributes
GPU configurations support only HPR Gold fans.
Parts on the other side: STDHPR Silver
Source: dell-r760-tg — page 80
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NOTE: GPU configuration supports only High performance Gold (HPR Gold) fan.
RequirementA general rule that covers this part through its attributes
GPUs install in riser slots and their maximum depends on the riser configuration: select a riser configuration that supports GPUs.
Parts on the other side: R1B+R2A+R3B+R4BR1Q+R2A+R3B+R4QR1P+R2A+R3B+R4P (HL)R1P+R2A+R3B+R4P (FL)R1P+R2A+R3B+R4R (HL)R1R+R2A+R3A+R4P (HL)R1R+R2A+R3A+R4P (FL)R1B+R2AR1Q+R2A+R4RR1P+R2A+R4R (HL)R1P+R2A+R4R (FL)R1 Paddle + R2A + R3B + R4 Paddle
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 370
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NOTE: A maximum of two DW GPUs with power cables or a maximum of six SW GPUs are supported in a system based on riser configuration.
Source: dell-r760-ism — page 256
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Table 153. Expansion card riser configurations

Verification and sources

Verified against this option's row in Dell's official documents; Dell publishes no part number for it - the orderable SKU and price come from a Dell quote.

Document row: dell-r760-tg — page 86

Dell PowerEdge R760 Technical Guide

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A2 (Max 6) 35°C (95°F) 35°C (95°F) 35°C (95°F) 35°C (95°F) 35°C (95°F) 35°C (95°F) 35°C (95°F)

This page contains only the audited data of the official vendor documents (HPE, Lenovo, Dell) for the active models. Price and availability are given through the quote request in the configurator.