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Black and silver Dell OptiPlex 990 desktop tower with DVD-RW drive

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 990 desktop PC Intel Quad-Core i5 8GB DDR3 250GB HDD DVDRW Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-AYS1-JATMD

A business desktop with an Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB DDR3 memory, 250GB hard drive, DVD-RW drive, integrated Intel HD Graphics 2000, Gigabit Ethernet, and Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed

  • Screen size1.6 in (4.06 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • Memory size8 GB
  • Storage drive250 GB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2000
  • ChipsetIntel Q67 Express
  • Quad-core Intel i5 powers everyday multitasking
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 250 GB hard drive stores documents and media
  • DVD-RW drive reads and writes optical discs
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit provides business-ready security and management

DELL OptiPlex 990 Business Desktop

The DELL OptiPlex 990 is a compact business desktop built around an Intel Quad-Core i5 processor and 8GB of DDR3 memory. It ships with a 250GB hard drive and a DVDRW optical drive for local software installation. Windows 10 Professional 64-bit is pre-installed alongside a Windows 7 Pro recovery image. A keyboard, mouse and Wi-Fi USB adapter are included in the box.

Thermals Noise and Power

The chassis uses active Power Factor Correction to improve electrical efficiency during normal office workloads. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2000 with Dynamic Video Memory Technology 5.0 handles display output without a discrete card, keeping heat and acoustic output low. The Intel 82579LM Gigabit Ethernet controller provides wired network connectivity with minimal additional power draw.

Upgrade Path and Value

This system replaces older desktops that lack 64-bit Windows 10 support or sufficient multi-threaded performance for modern productivity suites. The jump is worthwhile when moving from a dual-core platform with 4GB of memory to this quad-core configuration with 8GB. Buyers who need more storage capacity or a dedicated graphics card for GPU-accelerated applications should consider a different platform.

How it compares

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

Price $289.99
Cheaper than about 73% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Screen size 1.6 in (4.06 cm)
Lower than about 99% of the 2,278 comparable items (median 22 in).
Memory size 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name990
Part number990
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useOthers
Product colorBlack/Silver
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
CPUIntel Quad-Core i5
ChipsetIntel Q67 Express
Memory
Memory size8 GB
RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
Memory configuration2 GB x 4
Total memory slots4
Free memory slots0
Memory slots0/4
Storage
Storage drive250 GB
Hard drive250 GB
Disc driveDVDRW
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD±RW
Display
Screen size1.6 in (4.06 cm)
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2000
GPUIntel HD Graphics 2000 Dynamic Video Memory Technology 5.0
Connectivity
Wired networkIntel 82579LM
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks1
Video connectors1 VGA, 1 Display Port
Rear USB ports6
Size & build
Form factorDIMM 240-pin
Overall dimensions9 × 19 × 20
In the box
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwarePre-Loaded Windows 7 Pro Image/CD
More details
Keyboard typeUSB Keyboard

Questions about this item

How do I install the 240-pin DDR3 memory modules, and what step is often missed?

Open the chassis, align the notch on each DDR3 module with the DIMM slot key, press firmly until the retention clips click, then verify the system recognises all 8GB in BIOS.

Which component will most likely need replacement first during the life of this OptiPlex 990?

The 250GB hard drive has moving parts and a finite lifespan; plan to replace it with a new drive and reinstall Windows 10 Pro when SMART warnings appear.

What limit appears first when the Intel HD Graphics 2000 runs sustained workloads?

Dynamic Video Memory Technology 5.0 shares system RAM, so extended 3D or video tasks hit the 8GB DDR3 ceiling and throttle frame rates.

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