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Black small-form-factor desktop tower, compact rectangular chassis, matte finish

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 7040 SFF i7-6700 3.4GHz 32GB DDR4 256GB NVMe

SKU CH-7ZP6-MD9V8

Small-form-factor business desktop with a quad-core i7-6700, 32 GB DDR4 and a 256 GB NVMe SSD, running Windows 10 Home

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 6th Gen
  • Memory size32 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive256 GB PCIe M.2 SSD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel Q170
  • Quad-core i7-6700 at 3.4 GHz drives responsive multitasking
  • 32 GB DDR4 memory keeps many business apps open smoothly
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD boots Windows 10 in seconds
  • Dual DisplayPort plus HDMI connects up to three modern monitors
  • Gigabit Ethernet gives reliable wired network throughput

Compact business desktop for office workloads

The Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF delivers a 3.4 GHz quad-core Intel Core i7-6700 with 8 MB L3 cache and 32 GB of DDR4 memory in a small-form-factor chassis. Integrated Intel HD 530 graphics drive two DisplayPort outputs and one HDMI port. A 256 GB NVMe M.2 SSD provides the boot volume and primary storage. Windows 10 Home is pre-installed and activated with a genuine COA sticker.

Upgrading from hard-drive systems

Replacing a mechanical drive with the NVMe SSD cuts boot and application load times dramatically. Moving from 8 GB to 32 GB of DDR4 removes memory pressure when running multiple business applications simultaneously. The jump is worth it when daily work involves large spreadsheets, several browser tabs and background services that would otherwise swap to disk.

Limited by SFF expansion and legacy video

The slim chassis restricts add-in cards to low-profile halves and offers no internal 3.5-inch drive bays for additional storage. Video output lacks VGA or DVI connectors, so older monitors require an active adapter or replacement cable. Six USB 3.0 ports and four USB 2.0 ports handle peripherals, while a single serial port remains for specialised equipment.

How it compares

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

Price $380.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 32 GB DDR4
Higher than about 70% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 32 GB DDR4
Higher than about 70% 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 i7 6th Gen
CPUi7 6700
CPU modelIntel Core i7-6700
ChipsetIntel Q170
Processor cache8 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU6 MB
Memory
Memory size32 GB DDR4
RAM capacity32 GB DDR4
Storage
Storage drive256 GB PCIe M.2 SSD
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
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 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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Pre-installed softwareFresh install and activated with Windows 10. Genuine Microsof Windows COA sticker will be attached to the unit.
More details
KeyboardNone

Questions about this item

What display cables or adapters do I need for the two DisplayPort and one HDMI outputs on this OptiPlex 7040 SFF?

Use DisplayPort or HDMI cables that match your monitors; older VGA or DVI screens require an active adapter because the unit has no VGA or DVI ports.

Which screw secures the 256GB NVMe PCIe M.2 drive during installation, and where is it located?

The M.2 drive is held by a single retention screw on the motherboard; insert the drive at an angle, press it flat, then tighten that screw — do not over-torque it.

When should I plan to replace the 256GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD in this desktop?

Monitor SMART health attributes and replace the drive if reallocated sectors appear or if write endurance approaches the rated limit for the workload.

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