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OWC 16GB DDR4 2133MHz CL15 1.2V 260pin Non-ECC SODIMM for Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro memory upgrade

SKU CH-DCEE-MH98G

A 16 GB DDR4 SODIMM running at 2133 MHz CL15, validated for Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro systems

  • Total capacity16 GB
  • Rated speedDDR4 2133 (PC4 17000)
  • CAS latencyCL15
  • Rated voltage1.2 V
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered
  • Memory rank2Rx8
  • 16GB capacity lets you run more applications simultaneously
  • 2133MHz DDR4 speed matches Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro specifications
  • CL15 latency and 1.2V voltage meet JEDEC standards
  • 260-pin SODIMM form factor fits the Micro chassis exactly
  • 2Rx8 unbuffered non-ECC design ensures stable operation

Compatible Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro upgrade

This 16GB DDR4 SODIMM is built specifically for the Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro. It uses a 260-pin form factor and runs at 2133MHz with CL15 latency. The module is non-ECC and unbuffered, matching the original system requirements exactly. It suits owners who need more memory for daily multitasking.

Steady operation at rated speed

The module operates at 1.2V and conforms to JEDEC PC4-17000 specifications. Because it is validated for the target platform, it maintains its 2133MHz data rate during extended workloads without throttling. The dual-rank 2Rx8 organisation supports consistent throughput for office applications and light content creation. It is not intended for systems that require ECC error correction.

Straightforward slot installation

The SODIMM inserts into the single memory slot accessible under the OptiPlex 7040 Micro chassis cover. No tools beyond a small screwdriver are needed to open the case. The low-profile design clears the compact internal layout without a heat spreader. Builders who need more than 16GB total capacity cannot expand further on this platform.

How it compares

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Price $80.99
Cheaper than about 70% of the 21,161 comparable items (median $397.99).
Total capacity 16 GB
Lower than about 70% of the 20,941 comparable items (median 32 GB).
Price per GB $5.06 per GB
Cheaper than about 76% of the 20,941 comparable items (median $8.19 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameOWC
Part number2S1D42R816 GB
Total capacity16 GB
Product type260-Pin DDR4 Non-ECC SODIMM
Performance
Rated speedDDR4 2133 (PC4 17000)
Memory
CAS latencyCL15
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Memory rank2Rx8
Heat spreaderNo
Power
Rated voltage1.2 V
Compatibility
Compatible systemsDell OptiPlex 7040 Micro

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Questions about this item

How much power does the 1.2V DDR4 SODIMM draw when the OptiPlex 7040 Micro runs all day?

The module operates at the standard DDR4 voltage of 1.2V, keeping power draw and heat low inside the compact Micro chassis.

What must the Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro already have for this 260-pin SODIMM to work?

An available DDR4 SODIMM slot that accepts 260-pin unbuffered non-ECC memory at 2133MHz.

Will the CL15 2133MHz module run correctly alongside the original memory in my 7040 Micro?

Yes, it meets JEDEC PC4-17000 specs so it will match the system's native speed and timing when mixed with the factory-installed RAM.

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