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Slim black desktop tower with DVD writer slot and front ports

HP

HP Slimline 290 desktop PC, Intel i7-8700 3.2 GHz, 8GB DDR4, 256GB SSD

SKU CH-HR33-E6RYS

A compact business desktop with a six-core Intel i7-8700 processor, 8 GB DDR4 memory, 256 GB SSD storage, DVD writer, HDMI and VGA outputs, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2, running Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive256 GB SSD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 630
  • ChipsetIntel H370
  • Six-core Intel i7-8700 reaches 4.6 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 256 GB SSD starts Windows 10 Pro and apps quickly
  • 8 GB DDR4 handles everyday business workloads smoothly
  • HDMI and VGA outputs drive two displays simultaneously
  • Gigabit Ethernet plus Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 keep you connected

HP Slimline 290 Business Desktop

The HP Slimline 290 is a compact business desktop powered by an Intel 6-Core i7-8700 processor running at 3.2 GHz up to 4.6 GHz. It comes with 8GB DDR4 memory and a 256GB SSD for responsive everyday computing. Windows 10 Professional 64Bit is pre-installed. The slim chassis fits easily on a desk or beneath it.

Suits office users not gamers

This system suits office workers needing a small, quiet PC for documents, email and web apps. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 630 handles dual monitors via HDMI and VGA. Buyers who want more storage or a discrete graphics card for gaming or rendering should look at a larger tower with extra drive bays and a stronger power supply.

180 W power supply limits upgrades

The 180 W power supply is the specification that decides whether this is the right part. It restricts the addition of high-power components such as dedicated graphics cards or multiple drives. The motherboard uses an Intel H370 chipset with 288-pin DDR4 slots. Connectivity includes Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2.

How it compares

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

Price $517.99
Typical for this category: the median of 14,711 items is $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 nameHP
Product lineSlimline
Model name290
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
CPU modelIntel Core i7-8700
CPU socketLGA 1151
ChipsetIntel H370
Processor cache12 MB L3 Cache
CPU bus speed350 MHz
L3 cache per CPU12 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR4
RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
RAM type and speedDDR4 2400
Memory configuration8 GB x 1
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots1
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
Storage drive256 GB SSD
SSD storage256 GB
Storage configuration256 GB SSD
Disc driveDVD-Writer
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD±RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 630
GPUIntel HD Graphics 630
GPU modelIntel HD Graphics 630
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC3601
Speaker setupInternal Speaker
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support4.2
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2 x USB 3.1
Front audio jacks1
Memory card reader3-in-1 (SD, SDHC, SDXC)
Video connectors1 VGA, 1 HDMI
Rear USB ports2 x USB 3.1, 2 x USB 2.0
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks3 ports
Power
Power supply180 W
Size & build
Form factorDIMM 288-pin
ChassisChassis
Overall dimensions3.74 × 11.64 × 10.63 in
Product weight6.55 lb (2.97 kg)
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseUSB
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
KeyboardUSB
Keyboard typeUSB Keyboard

Questions about this item

How quiet is the 180W power supply when the i7-8700 runs at 4.6GHz all day?

The 180W supply powers the i7-8700, 8GB DDR4, 256GB SSD and DVD-Writer; the compact chassis uses a single system fan that stays low at idle and ramps up under sustained load.

Which monitor cables do I need to connect the HDMI and VGA ports on the back?

You need an HDMI cable for the HDMI port and a VGA cable for the VGA port; both are standard video cables available separately.

Will my existing DDR4 UDIMM modules fit the two 288-pin slots alongside the installed 8GB?

Yes, the board has two 288-pin DDR4 UDIMM slots; the 8GB ships as 2 x 4GB, so both slots are occupied — you would replace modules rather than add.

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