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Small black Dell OptiPlex 3040 Micro desktop unit

DELL

Dell OptiPlex 3040 Micro i5-6500T 2.50GHz 8GB DDR3 256GB SSD desktop PC

SKU CH-3NW7-H5ZAC

Ultra-small business desktop with a 2.50 GHz Intel Core i5-6500T, 8 GB DDR3, 256 GB SSD and Windows 10 Pro pre-installed

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • GPU modelIntel HD Graphics 530
  • CPUi5-6500T
  • Intel Core i5-6500T at 2.50GHz for responsive business computing
  • 8GB DDR3 memory handles multitasking smoothly
  • 256GB SSD provides fast boot and app loads
  • Windows 10 Pro delivers professional features out of the box
  • Ultra-small 3040 Micro form factor saves desk space

Ultra-small business desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 3040 Micro is an ultra-small form factor desktop built for business environments. It ships with Windows 10 Pro pre-installed and includes a 256 GB SSD for fast boot and application loading. The system uses an Intel Core i5-6500T processor running at 2.50 GHz with integrated Intel HD Graphics 530.

Office deployments and space-constrained desks

This configuration suits offices that need a compact, quiet PC for standard productivity tasks such as document editing, email and web-based applications. The 8 GB of DDR3 memory handles typical multitasking within this class. Buyers who require a discrete graphics card, additional internal drive bays or user-accessible expansion slots should consider a larger chassis.

DDR3 memory generation

The platform supports DDR3 memory across two slots with 8 GB installed. This memory generation determines which upgrade modules are physically and electrically compatible. The SATA interface for storage connects the included 256 GB SSD and would be used for any additional 2.5-inch drives.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Tower & Compact Desktop PCs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $171.99
Cheaper than about 92% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR3
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).
SSD storage 256 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name3040
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPUi5-6500T
CPU model2.5 GHz
Memory
RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
Total memory slots2
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveNone
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GPU modelIntel HD Graphics 530
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2
Rear USB ports4
Size & build
Form factorUltra Small
Product weight2.8 lb (1.27 kg)
In the box
Included monitorNot included
In the boxIncludes Desktop and Power Cord
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro

Questions about this item

What is the SATA interface speed limit for the 256 GB SSD?

The SATA connection caps the 256 GB SSD at the SATA III maximum of 6 Gbit/s in practice.

What physical space does the Ultra Small form factor need?

The Micro chassis fits in a Dell Micro VESA mount bracket behind a monitor or on a desk stand.

How is the DDR3 memory installed and what step is often missed?

Open the case, align the notch on each DDR3 module with the slot key, press firmly until the side clips click, then verify 8 GB appears in BIOS.

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