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Small black desktop tower, compact business form factor

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 7040 SFF i7-6700 3.4GHz 16GB DDR4 256GB SSD Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-2QX2-44YCJ

Small-form-factor desktop with a quad-core i7-6700 at 3.4 GHz, 16 GB DDR4, 256 GB SSD, Intel HD 530 graphics and Windows 10 Pro

  • TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
  • Form FactorSlim/Small Form Factor
  • UsageBusiness
  • ColorBlack
  • Processori7 6700
  • Processor Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor
  • Quad-core i7-6700 at 3.4 GHz handles multi-task workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple business apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD boots Windows 10 Pro and loads files quickly
  • Dual DisplayPort plus HDMI drives two modern monitors
  • Gigabit Ethernet ensures fast wired network connectivity

Small-form-factor business desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF is a compact desktop built for office tasks and home productivity. Its small chassis fits tight desk spaces while the Intel Core i7-6700 quad-core processor handles everyday applications smoothly. The system ships with Windows 10 Pro pre-installed and activated. It is not suited for buyers who need a discrete graphics card or multiple internal drive bays.

Sustained office workload performance

The four cores running at 3.4 GHz with 8 MB L3 cache maintain steady throughput during long document, spreadsheet and web sessions. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 memory keeps many browser tabs and business programs open without swapping. The 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and load times for the operating system and core applications. Thermal limits in the slim case may reduce clock speeds during extended heavy compute tasks.

Display and connectivity limits

Integrated Intel HD 530 graphics drives two DisplayPort outputs and one HDMI port for multi-monitor setups. No VGA or DVI connectors are present, so older monitors require an active adapter. Gigabit Ethernet delivers wired network speeds up to 1000 Mbps. Six USB 3.0 ports and four USB 2.0 ports handle peripherals, while a single serial port supports legacy equipment.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i7-6700 at 3.4 GHz handles multi-task workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple business apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD boots Windows 10 Pro and loads files quickly
  • Dual DisplayPort plus HDMI drives two modern monitors
  • Gigabit Ethernet ensures fast wired network connectivity

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model7040
TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Form FactorSlim/Small Form Factor
UsageBusiness
ColorBlack
Processori7 6700
Processor Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor
Cache Per Processor8 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 i7 6th Gen
CPU NameIntel Core i7-6700
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 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

Questions about this item

How much noise and heat does the i7-6700 produce when the OptiPlex 7040 SFF runs all day?

The Intel Core i7-6700 is a 64-bit quad-core processor with 8 MB L3 cache. In the small form factor chassis the integrated Intel HD 530 graphics shares the same thermal envelope, so sustained loads are handled by the single system fan without extra GPU heat.

What display cable or adapter must I already own to connect a monitor to the HDMI or DisplayPort outputs?

The unit has one HDMI port and two DisplayPort connectors but no VGA or DVI. You need an HDMI cable, a DisplayPort cable, or an active adapter that matches your monitor’s input.

Will my existing DDR4 memory modules work if I want to expand beyond the installed 16 GB?

The system uses DDR4 memory. Any additional modules must be DDR4; other generations will not fit the slots.

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