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Black Dell OptiPlex 7040 small form factor desktop tower

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 7040 SFF i5 6500 3.2GHz 16GB DDR4 256GB SSD desktop PC

SKU CH-BMRJ-YHYAK

Small-form-factor business desktop with a 3.2 GHz quad-core i5, 16 GB DDR4, 256 GB SSD and Windows 10 Home

  • TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
  • Form FactorSlim/Small Form Factor
  • UsageBusiness
  • ColorBlack
  • Processori5 6500
  • Processor Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor
  • Quad-core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz handles multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD boots Windows 10 Home fast
  • Intel HD 530 graphics drives dual DisplayPort and HDMI
  • Gigabit Ethernet gives reliable wired connectivity

Purpose-built business desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF delivers a 3.2 GHz Intel Core i5 6500 quad-core processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SSD in a compact small-form-factor chassis. It ships with Windows 10 Home and includes a DVD-ROM drive, six USB 3.0 ports, four USB 2.0 ports, dual DisplayPort and one HDMI output. No monitor, keyboard, mouse or Wi-Fi card are supplied.

Sustained office workloads

The 6 MB L3 cache and integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 handle typical business applications, web sessions and video playback without thermal throttling in the slim enclosure. Gigabit Ethernet provides a stable wired connection for cloud services and network shares during long workdays. The 256 GB SSD keeps boot and application load times consistent compared with mechanical drives.

Check your peripherals and expansion

Verify that your display accepts DisplayPort or HDMI because the system lacks VGA and DVI ports; an adapter may be required for older monitors. Confirm whether you need a separate Wi-Fi adapter, as wireless networking is not included. Ensure the small-form-factor case fits your allocated desk space and that the available low-profile expansion slots meet any add-in card requirements.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz handles multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD boots Windows 10 Home fast
  • Intel HD 530 graphics drives dual DisplayPort and HDMI
  • Gigabit Ethernet gives reliable wired connectivity

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model7040
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
Memory16GB DDR4
Storage256GB SSD
Optical DriveDVD-ROM
GraphicsIntel HD 530
EthernetGigabit Ethernet
Wireless CardWiFi Not Included (Sold Separately)
MonitorMonitor not included
KeyboardNone
MouseNone
Operating SystemWindows 10 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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Software IncludedFresh install and activated Windows 10 with zero bloatware. Your very own genuine Windows 10 digital license will be applied 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 Capacity16GB DDR4
SSD256GB
Optical Drive TypeDVD-ROM
Screen SizeNo Screen
TouchscreenNo
LAN ChipsetIntegrated
LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
Front USB4
Front Audio Ports1
Video Ports1 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB6
RJ451 port
Rear Audio Ports1
Consumer AlertDesktop will be in good condition. May show minor signs of previous use but will still be in overall perfect working order.

Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the OptiPlex 7040 SFF get when the i5 6500 runs at 3.2 GHz all day?

The small-form-factor chassis uses a single 65 W processor and integrated Intel HD 530 graphics, so fan noise stays at a low office hum and case temperatures remain warm but not hot during continuous business workloads.

Which display cable do I need to connect my existing monitor to the two DisplayPort and one HDMI outputs?

The system has no VGA or DVI ports, so you must use a native DisplayPort or HDMI cable, or an active DisplayPort-to-VGA/DVI adapter if your monitor only accepts those older inputs.

Will my current DDR4 memory sticks work if I want to expand the 16 GB already installed?

Yes, the board accepts standard DDR4 DIMMs; match the existing speed and voltage and you can populate the free slots without compatibility issues.

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