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Small black desktop tower, slim form factor, matte finish

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3040 SFF i5-6500 3.2GHz 8GB DDR3 1TB SSD Win 10 Pro desktop PC

SKU CH-1Z1E-X2Y9D

A compact business desktop with an Intel Core i5-6500 processor, 8 GB DDR3 memory, 1 TB SATA SSD and Windows 10 Pro pre-installed

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel H110

CPU Type Intel Core i5

Memory Capacity 8GB DDR3

SSD 1TB

HDD None

  • Compact small-form-factor design saves desk space
  • Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core processor reaches 3.6GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
  • 1TB SATA solid-state drive provides fast boot and ample storage
  • 8GB DDR3 1600 memory supports everyday business workloads
  • Windows 10 Pro pre-installed with HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.2 for dual-display setup

Dell OptiPlex 3040 SFF Business Desktop

This Dell OptiPlex 3040 Small Form Factor desktop delivers a compact platform for everyday office tasks. It runs on an Intel Core i5-6500 processor with four cores reaching 3.6GHz. The system includes 8GB of DDR3 1600 memory and a 1TB SATA solid-state drive. Windows 10 Professional comes pre-installed for immediate deployment.

Suits standard office workloads

Integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 drives two displays via HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.2. The 180W power supply and half-height expansion slots limit dedicated graphics upgrades. Buyers who need more storage bays, a higher-wattage supply, or discrete GPU performance should consider a larger chassis. The two DIMM slots support up to 16GB total memory.

Included accessories and software ready

A power cable is supplied so the unit can be powered immediately. No keyboard, mouse, or video cable is provided, so those peripherals must be sourced separately. Windows 10 Professional is pre-installed and licensed, removing the need for a separate OS installation. The DVDRW drive adds legacy media support for archival tasks.

How it compares

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Price $283.99
Cheaper than about 74% 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 1 TB
Higher than about 60% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name3040
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Product colorBlack
Performance
Spindle speed7200
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
CPU socketBGA 1356
ChipsetIntel H110
Memory
RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
RAM type and speedDDR3 1600
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical drive(1) HDMI 1.4 (1) DP 1.2
Disc drive features(1) HDMI 1.4 (1) DP 1.2
Internal bays1x 3.5 in + 1x 2.25 in Slimline
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
GPU modelIntel HD Graphics 530 Integrated Graphics
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front FireWire ports0
Front audio jacks1
Rear USB ports4
Rear audio jacks0
Power
Power supply180 W
Size & build
Form factorSlim/Small Form Factor
Overall dimensions11.5 in × 3.6 in × 11.4 in
Product weight4 lb (1.81 kg)
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwareWindows 10 Professional Pre-Install
More details
Rear IEEE 13940

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Questions about this item

Do I need to buy a monitor separately for the OptiPlex 3040 SFF?

Yes, the system ships without a monitor. Connect your existing display to the HDMI 1.4 or DisplayPort 1.2 outputs on the rear panel.

Can I keep using my older DDR3 memory modules with this desktop?

The board accepts DDR3 1600 modules in two DIMM slots, up to 16 GB total. The installed 8 GB stick is already DDR3 1600, so matching modules will work.

How can I confirm the Intel HD Graphics 530 is driving both displays after setup?

Open Windows Display Settings; both connected screens should appear as active. Device Manager will list Intel HD Graphics 530 under Display adapters with no error icon.

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