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Small black desktop tower, compact business form factor

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 7040 SFF i7-6700 3.4GHz 8GB DDR4 512GB NVMe desktop PC

SKU CH-PM2V-5RCSQ

Small-form-factor business desktop with a quad-core Intel Core i7-6700, 8 GB DDR4, 512 GB NVMe SSD and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 6th Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel Q170
  • Quad-core 3.4 GHz i7-6700 handles heavy workloads
  • 512 GB NVMe SSD boots Windows in seconds
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking smooth
  • HDMI plus dual DisplayPort drives modern monitors
  • Gigabit Ethernet ensures fast wired networking

Business small-form-factor desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF packs a 64-bit quad-core Intel i7 6700 processor running at 3.4 GHz into a slim chassis designed for office environments. With 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 512 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD, it handles everyday productivity tasks and fast boot cycles without a full-size tower footprint. Windows 10 Pro comes pre-installed and activated, so the system is ready for domain join or local administration straight out of the box.

Thermals and power in daily use

The small form factor relies on integrated Intel HD 530 graphics and the 8 MB L3 cache to keep heat output modest during typical business workloads. A single internal fan manages airflow across the Q170 chipset and processor, keeping noise low enough for open-plan desks while drawing only the power needed for routine document, browser and video-conferencing sessions.

Build integration and connectivity

Dual DisplayPort and one HDMI 1.4 output drive modern monitors, though legacy VGA or DVI screens require an active adapter. Six USB 3.0 and four USB 2.0 ports provide ample peripheral bandwidth, while Gigabit Ethernet and a native serial port cover wired networking and specialised equipment. The compact case leaves desk space free but offers no room for a discrete graphics card or additional full-height expansion cards.

How it compares

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

Price $247.99
Cheaper than about 81% 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 i7 6th Gen
CPUi7 6700
CPU modelIntel Core i7-6700
ChipsetIntel Q170
Processor cache8 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU6 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR4
RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
Storage
Storage drive512 GB PCIe M.2 SSD
SSD storage512 GB
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 with Windows 10. Genuine Microsof Windows COA sticker will be attached to the unit.
More details
KeyboardNone

Questions about this item

How do I install the 512GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD in the Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF, and what step is often missed?

Open the chassis, insert the M.2 drive into the motherboard slot at an angle, then secure it with the retention screw; the step often missed is fastening that screw, which keeps the drive electrically connected.

What maintenance will the 8GB DDR4 memory require later?

The DDR4 modules are solid-state with no moving parts and need no routine maintenance; if a fault appears, the only action is to replace the affected module.

What limit appears first on the Intel HD 530 graphics during sustained heavy use?

The integrated Intel HD 530 shares system memory and thermal headroom with the i7-6700, so extended 3D workloads hit thermal throttling before the discrete GPU would.

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