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Black Dell OptiPlex 3040 tower desktop with wireless keyboard and mouse

DELL

Dell OptiPlex 3040 Tower i5-6500 16GB 1TB SSD Windows 11 Pro

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A tower desktop with a quad-core i5-6500 up to 3.60GHz, 16GB RAM and a 1TB SSD for fast, reliable everyday computing

  • CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
  • RAM capacity16 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Turbo clock speed3.6 GHz
  • Quad-core i5-6500 up to 3.60 GHz handles daily workloads
  • 16 GB RAM keeps multitasking smooth and responsive
  • 1 TB SSD gives fast boots and quick file access
  • Built-in Wi-Fi plus USB 3.0 and 2.0 ports for flexible connectivity
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed with modern security features

Dell OptiPlex 3040 Tower

This Dell OptiPlex 3040 Tower desktop computer is built for everyday business and home office tasks. It runs on an Intel Core i5-6500 processor with 16GB of memory and a 1TB SSD. Windows 11 Pro comes pre-installed along with a wireless keyboard and mouse.

Upgrade from older hard-drive systems

Moving from a mechanical hard drive to the 1TB SSD cuts boot time and application loading dramatically. The jump is worth it when your current PC struggles with multiple browser tabs, video calls or large documents. It will not satisfy users who need dedicated graphics performance for modern gaming or intensive 3D rendering workloads.

Simple setup with included peripherals

The tower arrives with Windows 11 Pro already configured and the wireless keyboard and mouse paired via their USB receiver. Connect power, attach a display using HDMI or DisplayPort, and link the RJ45 port or use the built-in Wi-Fi for networking. The main issue buyers encounter is forgetting to install the Wi-Fi antenna or selecting the wrong display input on the monitor.

How it compares

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

Price $232.99
Cheaper than about 84% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 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 typeDesktop PC
Product colorBlack
Processor
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
Turbo clock speed3.6 GHz
Base clock speed3.2 GHz
Processor cache6 MB
Memory
RAM capacity16 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks1
Ethernet port1 port
Size & build
Form factorTower
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportReady
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

Questions about this item

How much space is needed for the Dell OptiPlex 3040 Tower on a desk?

The black tower form factor sits upright; allow enough depth for the rear ports and enough height for the chassis to stand clear of overhead shelves.

What is the correct order to connect the wireless keyboard and mouse during first boot?

Insert the single USB receiver into a front or rear port, power on the tower, then turn on the keyboard and mouse; Windows 11 Pro will pair them automatically.

Which component should be checked first if the system clock starts losing time?

The motherboard coin cell maintains the real-time clock; if the date drifts after power loss, replace that cell.

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