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Small black desktop tower, compact business form factor

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 7040 SFF i7-6700 3.4GHz 8GB DDR4 512GB NVMe desktop PC

SKU CH-PM2V-5RCSQ

Small-form-factor business desktop with a quad-core Intel Core i7-6700, 8 GB DDR4, 512 GB NVMe SSD 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 3.4 GHz i7-6700 handles heavy workloads
  • 512 GB NVMe SSD boots Windows in seconds
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking smooth
  • HDMI plus dual DisplayPort drives modern monitors
  • Gigabit Ethernet ensures fast wired networking

Business small-form-factor desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF packs a 64-bit quad-core Intel i7 6700 processor running at 3.4 GHz into a slim chassis designed for office environments. With 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 512 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD, it handles everyday productivity tasks and fast boot cycles without a full-size tower footprint. Windows 10 Pro comes pre-installed and activated, so the system is ready for domain join or local administration straight out of the box.

Thermals and power in daily use

The small form factor relies on integrated Intel HD 530 graphics and the 8 MB L3 cache to keep heat output modest during typical business workloads. A single internal fan manages airflow across the Q170 chipset and processor, keeping noise low enough for open-plan desks while drawing only the power needed for routine document, browser and video-conferencing sessions.

Build integration and connectivity

Dual DisplayPort and one HDMI 1.4 output drive modern monitors, though legacy VGA or DVI screens require an active adapter. Six USB 3.0 and four USB 2.0 ports provide ample peripheral bandwidth, while Gigabit Ethernet and a native serial port cover wired networking and specialised equipment. The compact case leaves desk space free but offers no room for a discrete graphics card or additional full-height expansion cards.

Highlights

  • Quad-core 3.4 GHz i7-6700 handles heavy workloads
  • 512 GB NVMe SSD boots Windows in seconds
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking smooth
  • HDMI plus dual DisplayPort drives modern monitors
  • Gigabit Ethernet ensures fast wired networking

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
Memory8GB DDR4
Storage512GB PCIe M.2 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 Capacity8GB DDR4
SSD512GB
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 do I install the 512GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD in the Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF, and what step is often missed?

Open the chassis, insert the M.2 drive into the motherboard slot at an angle, then secure it with the retention screw; the step often missed is fastening that screw, which keeps the drive electrically connected.

What maintenance will the 8GB DDR4 memory require later?

The DDR4 modules are solid-state with no moving parts and need no routine maintenance; if a fault appears, the only action is to replace the affected module.

What limit appears first on the Intel HD 530 graphics during sustained heavy use?

The integrated Intel HD 530 shares system memory and thermal headroom with the i7-6700, so extended 3D workloads hit thermal throttling before the discrete GPU would.

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