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Black and silver mini tower desktop with DVD-RW drive

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 960 Tower Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0GHz 4GB DDR2 320GB DVD-RW Win 10 Pro 5.1 Audio

SKU CH-Y5DD-AZBTJ

A tower desktop with a 3.0 GHz dual-core processor, 4 GB DDR2 memory, 320 GB hard drive, DVD-RW drive and a new 5.1 surround audio card, pre-installed with Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorCore 2 Duo
  • Memory size4 GB DDR2 SDRAM (supports up to 16 GB non-ECC, actual availa
  • Storage drive3.5 in 320 GB Hard Drive
  • ChipsetIntel Q45 Express Chipset w/ICH10DO
  • CPU modelIntel Core 2 Duo E8400
  • Ready for business with Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed
  • Dual-core Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 at 3.0 GHz handles everyday tasks
  • 4 GB DDR2 memory supports multitasking up to 16 GB
  • 320 GB hard drive stores documents and media
  • New 5.1 surround audio card adds immersive sound

Dell OptiPlex 960 Mini Tower for Home and Office

This Dell OptiPlex 960 mini tower desktop is built for students and home office users who need a reliable Windows 10 Pro system. It ships with a USB keyboard and mouse so it is ready to use immediately. The black and silver chassis fits standard workspace layouts.

Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz Dual-Core Processor

The Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 runs at 3.0 GHz with a 1333 MHz front-side bus and 6 MB L2 cache on a 45 nm process. It is a 64-bit dual-core CPU with a 65 W maximum TDP and supports Intel Virtualization Technology. This processor determines the performance ceiling for everyday applications.

4 GB DDR2 Memory and 320 GB Hard Drive Under Load

The system includes 4 GB of DDR2 SDRAM, expandable to 16 GB non-ECC, alongside a 3.5-inch 320 GB hard drive. Under sustained workloads the dual-core processor and mechanical storage deliver steady throughput for office tasks, while the 5.1 channel surround audio card handles continuous playback. The 16X DVD±RW drive remains available for archival reads and writes.

How it compares

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

Price $195.99
Cheaper than about 90% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 4 GB DDR2 SDRAM (supports up to 16 GB non-ECC, actual available memory may be less)
Lower than about 97% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 4 GB DDR2
Lower than about 95% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name960
Part number960
Product typeStudent / Home Office
Recommended useConsumer
Product colorBlack/Silver
Processor
ProcessorCore 2 Duo
CPU modelIntel Core 2 Duo E8400
ChipsetIntel Q45 Express Chipset w/ICH10DO
Memory
Memory size4 GB DDR2 SDRAM (supports up to 16 GB non-ECC, actual available memory may be less)
RAM capacity4 GB DDR2
RAM type and speedDDR2 SDRAM
Memory configuration1 GB x 4
Total memory slots4
Free memory slots0
Memory slots0/4
Max supported RAM16 GB
Storage
Storage drive3.5 in 320 GB Hard Drive
SSD storageNo
Hard drive320 GB
Storage configuration3.5 in 320 GB Hard Drive
Disc drive16X DVD±RW Drive
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD±RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Type of screenNon-Touch Screen
Graphics
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
SoundNEW 5.1 Channel Surround 3D MIDI Audio Card
Connectivity
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks2
PS/2 ports2
Video connectors1 VGA, 1 Display Port
Rear USB ports6
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1x Headphone, 1x Microphone, 1x Line In
Size & build
Form factorMini Tower
Product weight24 lb (10.9 kg)
In the box
Bundled mouseYes (USB)
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwareWindows 10 Restore Media
More details
KeyboardYes (USB)
Keyboard typeUSB Keyboard

Questions about this item

How does the 3.0 GHz Core 2 Duo E8400 perform in everyday office tasks?

The dual-core 3.0 GHz processor with 6 MB L2 cache handles web browsing, document editing and email smoothly under Windows 10 Pro 64-bit.

What does the Intel Q45 Express chipset limit on this desktop?

The Q45 chipset caps memory at DDR2 speeds and provides Gigabit Ethernet plus integrated graphics; expansion uses PCI and PCIe slots.

Will a full-height PCI sound card fit in the OptiPlex 960 mini-tower?

Yes, the mini-tower chassis accepts full-height PCI cards and the included 5.1 audio card installs in a standard PCI slot.

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