DELL
DELL OptiPlex 5060 Micro i5-8400T 1.7GHz 16GB DDR4 256GB SSD Windows 10 Pro
A compact business desktop with an Intel Core i5 1.7 GHz processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SSD running Windows 10 Pro
- TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
- ColorBlack
- MonitorMonitor not included
- Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
- CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
- CPU Name1.70GHz
- Compact micro form factor saves desk space
- Intel Core i5-8400T at 1.7 GHz handles everyday workloads
- 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
- 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and file access
- Windows 10 Pro delivers business-ready security and management
Micro business desktop for office tasks
The DELL OptiPlex 5060 Micro is a compact desktop computer built around an Intel Core i5 8th Gen processor running at 1.70GHz. It ships with 16GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB SSD, providing a responsive platform for everyday productivity applications. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed and ready for domain join and management features. This unit suits small offices, reception desks or any workspace where space is limited.
Low thermal output and quiet operation
The micro form factor and 1.7GHz processor keep heat generation modest during typical office workloads such as document editing, web browsing and video calls. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics eliminates a discrete card, reducing both power draw and acoustic profile. The system runs Windows 10 Pro efficiently on the supplied 16GB DDR4 and 256GB SSD without stressing the cooling solution. Fan noise remains unobtrusive in quiet environments.
Fits tight spaces and simplifies deployment
The tiny chassis mounts behind a monitor or tucks into a desk cubby, freeing valuable surface area for peripherals and paperwork. No monitor is included, so buyers choose the display that matches their ergonomic needs. The 256GB SSD handles the operating system and core applications, while cloud storage or a network share can supplement capacity for large media libraries. Windows 10 Pro supports centralised management tools for IT teams.
Highlights
- Compact micro form factor saves desk space
- Intel Core i5-8400T at 1.7 GHz handles everyday workloads
- 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
- 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and file access
- Windows 10 Pro delivers business-ready security and management
Specifications
| Type | Business Desktops & Workstations |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Monitor | Monitor not included |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
| CPU Type | Intel Core i5 8th Gen |
| CPU Name | 1.70GHz |
| GPU/VGA Type | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory Capacity | 256GB DDR4 |
| SSD | 256GB |
Questions about this item
How do I open the OptiPlex 5060 Micro case to add more DDR4 memory, and which step is often missed?
Release the latch on the side panel, swing it open, then press the retention clips on the SO-DIMM slots — the step many skip is clicking both clips fully home so the modules seat at the correct angle.
Which component in this 16GB 256GB configuration is most likely to need replacement first?
The 256GB SSD has a finite write endurance; under heavy daily workloads it will reach its program-erase limit before the soldered DDR4 or the i5-8400T processor degrade.
What performance limit appears first when the i5-8400T runs at 1.7GHz continuously in the Micro chassis?
The small internal heatsink and single fan saturate quickly, so the CPU reduces its clock speed to stay within thermal limits before power or memory bandwidth become bottlenecks.
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