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Compact black micro desktop tower with front ports

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 7040 Micro desktop PC i5 6500T 16GB 512GB NVMe

SKU CH-3JCF-WMG5Z

A micro desktop PC with a 2.5 GHz quad-core processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 512 GB NVMe drive, plus Wi-Fi and HDMI output

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive512 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel Q170
  • Quad-core i5-6500T at 2.5 GHz handles business workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 512 GB NVMe SSD boots Windows 10 Pro in seconds
  • Micro chassis fits behind a monitor or on a shelf
  • Gigabit Ethernet plus 802.11 Wi-Fi connects to any network

Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro business desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro is a compact business desktop built around a 64-bit quad-core Intel i5 6500T processor running at 2.5 GHz. It ships with 16GB of DDR4 memory and a 512GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD for fast boot and application loading. Integrated Intel HD 530 graphics drive the display outputs. The 65W power supply keeps energy draw low for office environments.

Display and legacy connectivity limits

Video output relies on one DisplayPort and one HDMI port; there are no VGA or DVI connectors. Older monitors will require an active adapter or a suitable cable to work with these digital outputs. The system includes Gigabit Ethernet and 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi for network access. Six USB 3.0 ports provide peripheral bandwidth up to the 3.0 specification.

Micro form factor installation notes

The Micro chassis fits into tight spaces but leaves no room for full-size add-in cards or additional internal drives. Memory and the M.2 SSD are accessible after removing the cover, yet the small interior can make cable routing awkward. No keyboard, mouse or monitor are included in the box. Buyers who want more storage or a discrete graphics card should consider a larger form factor.

How it compares

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

Price $271.99
Cheaper than about 77% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 16 GB DDR4
Typical for this category: the median of 5,840 items is 16 GB.
RAM capacity 16 GB DDR4
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name7040
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPUi5 6500T
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500T
ChipsetIntel Q170
Processor cache6 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU6 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB DDR4
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
Max supported RAM16 GB
Storage
Storage drive512 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD
Disc driveNone
Optical driveNo
Second disc drive typeNone
Disk controllerPCI Express
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
GPUIntel HD 530
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2
Front audio jacks2
Video connectors1 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB ports4
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1
Power
Power supply65 W
Size & build
Form factorMini PC
ChassisMicro Form Factor Case
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseNone
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
KeyboardNone

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 512 GB NVMe drive or look for a larger capacity?

The 512 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD supplies fast boot and application load times; if you store large media libraries locally, consider adding a second drive later.

What does the 2.5 GHz quad-core i5 6500T deliver in daily office work?

Four cores at 2.5 GHz with 6 MB L3 cache handle multitasking, web apps and document editing smoothly.

Does the single HDMI and DisplayPort limit me to two monitors?

Yes, the integrated Intel HD 530 graphics drives one HDMI and one DisplayPort, so two external displays are supported simultaneously.

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