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Small black Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro desktop, compact cube shape, matte finish

DELL

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

SKU CH-8PSC-556WM

A compact business desktop with a quad-core 2.5 GHz processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 512 GB SSD, plus Wi-Fi, HDMI and DisplayPort outputs

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive512 GB SSD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel Q170
  • Compact micro form factor fits tight spaces
  • Quad-core i5-6500T at 2.5 GHz handles everyday workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 512 GB SSD provides fast boot and file access
  • Gigabit Ethernet plus Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac for flexible connectivity

Micro form factor desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro is a compact desktop computer built for business and home office environments. Its small chassis allows placement in tight spaces while the Intel Core i5-6500T quad-core processor handles everyday productivity tasks. The system ships with Windows 10 Home pre-installed and ready to use.

Upgrade from older office PCs

This unit replaces ageing tower workstations that lack solid-state storage and modern wireless connectivity. The 512GB SSD and 16GB DDR4 memory deliver a noticeable jump in boot times and multitasking responsiveness compared to mechanical-drive systems. Buyers needing legacy VGA or DVI video outputs should note this model provides only DisplayPort and HDMI.

Build integration essentials

The 65W power supply and Micro form factor case limit internal expansion, so the desktop suits sealed deployments rather than component-heavy builds. Gigabit Ethernet and 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi cover wired and wireless networking without extra cards. Six USB 3.0 ports handle peripherals while the absence of an optical drive keeps the footprint minimal.

How it compares

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

Price $256.99
Cheaper than about 79% 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 SSD
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 GB SSD
Disc driveNone
Optical driveNo
Second disc drive typeNone
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 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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KeyboardNone

Questions about this item

What are the dimensions of the Micro form factor case?

The chassis is a Micro form factor design built to fit in tight spaces, but exact height, width and depth measurements are not supplied.

How is Windows 10 Home activated on this unit?

The desktop ships with Windows 10 Home pre-installed; connect to the internet and the digital licence activates automatically during first boot.

When should the 512 GB SSD be considered for replacement?

Plan a replacement when the drive approaches full capacity or if SMART tools report reallocated sectors, as the SSD is the primary storage device.

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