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Dell OptiPlex 7040 small form factor desktop tower with 24 inch monitor keyboard and mouse

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 7040 SFF i5-6500 16GB 256GB+500GB 24" Win11 Pro

SKU CH-CXC2-WG0N4

Compact small-form-factor desktop with a 6th-generation Core i5, 16 GB DDR4, dual 256 GB SSD and 500 GB HDD storage, integrated Intel HD 530 graphics and a 24-inch LED monitor running Windows 11 Pro

  • TypeDesktop PC
  • Form FactorSmall Form Factor
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
  • CPU NameIntel Core i5-6500
  • GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics 530
  • Memory Capacity16GB DDR4
  • Smooth multitasking with 16GB DDR4 memory
  • Fast boot and ample storage via 256GB SSD plus 500GB HDD
  • Responsive performance from Intel Core i5-6500 up to 3.60 GHz
  • Ready for 4K output at 60Hz through Intel HD Graphics 530
  • Space-saving Small Form Factor design includes 24 inch LED monitor

Business desktop for office productivity

The Dell OptiPlex 7040 Small Form Factor desktop combines an Intel Core i5-6500 processor with 16GB DDR4 memory and dual storage of 256GB SSD plus 500GB HDD. It ships with Windows 11 Pro 64-bit and a 24 inch LED monitor, wireless keyboard and mouse. The compact chassis fits tight workspaces while delivering reliable performance for everyday business tasks.

Upgrade from older hard-drive systems

Replacing a traditional tower that relies solely on mechanical storage, this configuration adds a 256GB SSD for faster boot and application launch while retaining a 500GB HDD for bulk files. The jump is worthwhile when users need snappier responsiveness without sacrificing local capacity for documents and archives.

Steady output during extended sessions

Under sustained load the Intel HD Graphics 530 drives up to 4K resolution at 60Hz while the CPU maintains clocks up to 3.60 GHz turbo across four cores. The Small Form Factor thermal design keeps performance consistent through long workdays without the throttling seen in ultra-compact units.

Highlights

  • Smooth multitasking with 16GB DDR4 memory
  • Fast boot and ample storage via 256GB SSD plus 500GB HDD
  • Responsive performance from Intel Core i5-6500 up to 3.60 GHz
  • Ready for 4K output at 60Hz through Intel HD Graphics 530
  • Space-saving Small Form Factor design includes 24 inch LED monitor

Specifications

TypeDesktop PC
Form FactorSmall Form Factor
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
CPU NameIntel Core i5-6500
GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics 530
Memory Capacity16GB DDR4
SSD256GB
HDD500GB

Questions about this item

Will the Small Form Factor chassis fit on a standard desk shelf?

The SFF case is designed for compact spaces and sits easily on a typical desk shelf or behind the 24 inch LED monitor.

Which screws must be removed to open the case for a RAM upgrade?

Release the single thumbscrew on the rear panel, then slide the cover off toward the front to expose the DDR4 slots.

When should the 256GB SSD or 500GB HDD be replaced?

Replace the SSD if write speeds drop or SMART warnings appear; replace the HDD if you hear clicking or see reallocated sector counts rising.

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