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Black Dell OptiPlex 7040 small-form-factor desktop tower

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 7040 SFF i5-6500 3.2 GHz 8GB DDR4 256GB NVMe Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-6VEC-A8C0Y

Small-form-factor business desktop with a 3.2 GHz quad-core processor, 8 GB DDR4 and a 256 GB NVMe drive for fast boot and file access

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive256 GB PCIe M.2 SSD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel Q170
  • Quad-core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz handles everyday workloads
  • 256 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD boots Windows 10 Pro in seconds
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking responsive
  • HDMI plus two DisplayPort outputs drive modern monitors
  • Gigabit Ethernet and ten USB ports connect peripherals fast

Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF business desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF is a small-form-factor desktop built for office and home-office workloads. It runs a quad-core Intel Core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz with 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 256 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD. Windows 10 Pro comes pre-installed and activated with a genuine digital licence. Monitor, keyboard and mouse are not included.

Simple setup with display-port constraints

Installation is straightforward: connect power, attach a display to one of the two DisplayPort outputs or the single HDMI port, and plug in peripherals via the six USB 3.0 and four USB 2.0 ports. The chassis has no VGA or DVI connectors, so older monitors will require an active adapter or a replacement cable. An optical drive is not fitted, though some units may ship with a DVD-ROM.

Verify display outputs and expansion room

Before ordering, confirm that your monitor accepts DisplayPort or HDMI input, because legacy VGA and DVI ports are absent. The slim case limits internal expansion, so check that any planned add-in cards fit the low-profile form factor. The system includes a serial port and Gigabit Ethernet for legacy and network connectivity.

How it compares

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Price $180.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR4
Lower than about 80% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR4
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 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 6500
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
ChipsetIntel Q170
Processor cache6 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU6 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR4
RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
Storage
Storage drive256 GB PCIe M.2 SSD
SSD storage256 GB PCIe
Optical driveNo
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 ports4
Front audio jacks1
Video connectors1 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB ports6
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1
Size & build
Form factorSlim/Small Form Factor
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseNone
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwareFresh install and activated Windows 10 with zero bloatware. Your very own genuine Windows 10 digital license will be applied to the unit.
More details
KeyboardNone

Condition and safety notices

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Condition notice
Grade B units will have some cosmetic blemishes that include scratches and/or other surface imperfections. PC will show dings and/or scratches but does not effect any ports or lid operation. Grade B products are functionally equivalent to Grade A, and will include the same warranty and customer support as Grade A products. Pricing on Grade B products will typically be lower than Grade A products.

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the Intel HD 530 graphics are working after I connect a monitor?

Connect a display to the HDMI or one of the two DisplayPort outputs, power on the system, and verify that Windows 10 Pro loads at the native resolution of the monitor.

What is included in the box and what must I provide separately?

The shipment contains the OptiPlex 7040 SFF desktop and a power cord; a monitor, keyboard, and mouse are not included and must be supplied by the buyer.

Which memory type matches the installed 8 GB configuration?

The system uses DDR4 modules, so any additional memory must be DDR4 to be compatible.

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