Plex servers
A starting point for a media library: these Dell R730xd and R740xd models have manufacturer-documented drive configurations. Individual listings vary; inclusion does not confirm Plex compatibility or transcoding performance. Check the CPU, drives, caddies, controller, noise and power before buying.
Need transcoding? Learn what to verify before choosing a server.
Plex streams @ 1080p is a rough software-transcoding estimate, not a guarantee or a hardware-transcoding score. It uses Plex's guideline of 2,000 PassMark points per 1080p, 10 Mbps H.264 stream. Allow headroom; the CPU score may itself be estimated or inferred.
Direct play and choosing a server
Direct play sends a compatible file to your player without changing it. Incompatible media or subtitles can require conversion. See Plex's direct play guide.
The shortlist is based on storage expansion, not a test of any listing. Dell documents multiple drive configurations for the R730xd and R740xd. Verify the chassis and included parts with the seller; a smaller, quieter computer may suit your needs better.
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