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DELL

DELL OptiPlex 7040 SFF i5-6500 3.2GHz 16GB DDR4 256GB SSD Windows 10 Pro desktop PC

SKU CH-BS5X-F0NZ7

Small-form-factor desktop with a quad-core 3.2 GHz processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB solid-state drive running Windows 10 Pro

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

Operating System Windows 10 Pro

SSD 256GB

  • Quad-core 3.2 GHz i5-6500 handles multi-threaded workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple business apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD boots Windows 10 Pro in seconds
  • Dual DisplayPort plus HDMI drives two modern monitors
  • Gigabit Ethernet ensures fast wired network throughput

OptiPlex 7040 SFF for business use

The Dell OptiPlex 7040 small form factor desktop targets office and home-office users who need a compact, quiet machine for everyday productivity. It ships with a 64-bit quad-core Intel Core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SSD. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed and activated with a genuine COA sticker.

Sustained load on Q170 chipset and Intel HD 530

Under continuous workloads the Intel Q170 chipset and integrated Intel HD 530 graphics share the system memory and thermal envelope of the slim chassis. The 6 MB L3 cache helps keep frequent data close to the four cores, while the SSD maintains steady read and write speeds for background tasks and large file saves. Gigabit Ethernet provides a stable wired link for prolonged network transfers.

Installation notes and common issues

The unit includes only the desktop and a power cord; no keyboard, mouse or monitor are supplied. Video output relies on two DisplayPort and one HDMI connector — legacy VGA or DVI screens require an active adapter or converter cable. The small form factor limits internal expansion to low-profile cards, so additional full-height add-in boards will not fit.

Highlights

  • Quad-core 3.2 GHz i5-6500 handles multi-threaded workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple business apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD boots Windows 10 Pro in seconds
  • Dual DisplayPort plus HDMI drives two modern monitors
  • Gigabit Ethernet ensures fast wired network throughput

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
GraphicsIntel HD 530
EthernetGigabit Ethernet
MonitorMonitor not included
KeyboardNone
MouseNone
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
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 Capacity16GB DDR4
SSD256GB
HDDNo
Optical Drive TypeNo
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

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Questions about this item

Does the OptiPlex 7040 SFF run quietly and cool during full-day office workloads with the i5-6500?

The small-form-factor chassis uses a single low-profile fan; with the 65 W quad-core processor and integrated Intel HD 530 graphics it stays cool and quiet under typical business loads.

What display cable or adapter do I need to connect the 7040's HDMI and DisplayPort outputs to my older VGA monitor?

This unit has one HDMI and two DisplayPort connectors but no VGA or DVI ports, so you will need an active DisplayPort-to-VGA or HDMI-to-VGA adapter.

Will my existing DDR4 memory modules work if I want to expand the 16 GB already installed in this 7040?

The system uses standard DDR4 UDIMMs across four slots; two are occupied by the factory 16 GB, leaving two free for matching DDR4 modules up to the board limit.

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