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Small black Dell OptiPlex 3050 desktop tower with DVD drive

DELL

Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF Desktop PC i5-6500 3.2 GHz 8GB DDR4 2TB HDD Windows 10 Home Grade B

SKU CH-A7ZJ-73GWQ

Small-form-factor business desktop with a quad-core 3.2 GHz processor, 8 GB DDR4 memory and a 2 TB SATA drive, ready for office tasks

  • TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
  • Form FactorSlim/Small Form Factor
  • UsageBusiness
  • ColorBlack
  • Processori5 6500
  • Processor Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor

Operating System Windows 10 Home

Memory Capacity 8GB DDR4

SSD None

  • 1TB PCIe
  • 1TB
  • 256GB PCIe
  • 256GB
  • 512GB PCIe
  • 512GB
  • None

HDD 2TB

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Quad-core 3.2 GHz i5-6500 handles everyday workloads
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking responsive
  • 2 TB SATA drive stores large file libraries
  • Windows 10 Home pre-installed and activated
  • HDMI and DisplayPort outputs connect modern displays

Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF Business Desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF is a small form factor business desktop powered by an Intel Core i5 6500 quad-core processor running at 3.2 GHz. It includes 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 2TB SATA hard drive. The system ships with Windows 10 Home pre-installed and activated.

Installation notes and common issues

The unit arrives with a fresh Windows 10 installation and a genuine COA sticker attached. Only a power cord is included; no keyboard, mouse or monitor are supplied. Buyers using older VGA or DVI monitors will need an active adapter or special cable because the chassis provides only DisplayPort and HDMI video outputs.

Practical limits of the integrated graphics

Integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 drives the DisplayPort and HDMI ports but lacks legacy analogue outputs. The slim chassis restricts internal expansion to low-profile cards and limits drive bays to SATA devices. The Q170 chipset and DDR4 memory slots define the platform ceiling for future upgrades.

Highlights

  • Quad-core 3.2 GHz i5-6500 handles everyday workloads
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking responsive
  • 2 TB SATA drive stores large file libraries
  • Windows 10 Home pre-installed and activated
  • HDMI and DisplayPort outputs connect modern displays

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model3050
TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Form FactorSlim/Small Form Factor
UsageBusiness
ColorBlack
Processori5 6500
Processor Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor
Cache Per Processor6 MB L3 Cache
Memory8GB DDR4
Storage2TB HDD
GraphicsIntel HD 530
EthernetGigabit Ethernet
MonitorMonitor not included
KeyboardNone
MouseNone
Operating SystemWindows 10 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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Software IncludedFresh install and activated with Windows 10. Genuine Microsof Windows COA sticker will be attached to the unit.
ChipsetIntel Q170
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPU NameIntel Core i5-6500
L3 Cache Per CPU6 MB
CPU Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor
GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics 530
Graphics InterfaceIntegrated video
Memory Capacity8GB DDR4
SSDNo
HDD2TB
Optical Drive TypeDVD-RW
Screen SizeNo Screen
TouchscreenNo
LAN ChipsetIntegrated
LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
Front USB4
Front Audio Ports1
Video Ports1 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB4
RJ451 port
Rear Audio Ports1
Consumer AlertGrade B units will have some cosmetic blemishes that include scratches and/or other surface imperfections. PC will show dings and/or scratches but does not effect any ports or lid operation. Grade B products are functionally equivalent to Grade A, and will include the same warranty and customer support as Grade A products. Pricing on Grade B products will typically be lower than Grade A products.

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Questions about this item

How do I confirm the Intel HD 530 graphics are working after setup?

Connect a monitor to the HDMI or DisplayPort output, boot into Windows 10 Home, and verify the Intel HD 530 adapter appears in Device Manager with the correct driver version.

What comes in the box and what must I buy separately?

The box contains the Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF desktop and a power cord. A monitor, keyboard, mouse, and any VGA or DVI adapter cables are not included and must be purchased separately.

Which Windows version should I choose for this i5-6500 system?

The unit ships with Windows 10 Home pre-installed and activated; a Windows 11 Pro upgrade is available if you require the newer OS.

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