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Black and silver Dell OptiPlex 990 desktop tower with DVD-RW drive

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DELL OptiPlex 990 desktop PC Intel Quad-Core i5 8GB DDR3 500GB HD DVDRW Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-J5H9-NVJVS

Business desktop with Intel quad-core i5, 8GB DDR3, 500GB storage, DVDRW and Windows 10 Pro

  • TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
  • Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
  • UsageOthers
  • ColorBlack/Silver
  • ProcessorIntel Quad-Core i5
  • Memory8GB
  • Quad-core Intel i5 processor handles everyday multitasking smoothly
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory keeps multiple applications responsive
  • 500 GB hard drive stores documents and media files
  • DVD-RW drive reads and writes optical discs
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed for immediate productivity

Business desktop with Intel quad-core i5

The Dell OptiPlex 990 is a compact business desktop powered by an Intel quad-core i5 processor and 8GB of DDR3 memory. It ships with Windows 10 Professional 64-bit pre-installed and includes a USB keyboard and mouse. A 500GB hard drive and DVD-RW optical drive provide local storage and media access. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2000 handles standard display output.

Connectivity and expansion for office use

The chassis offers PCI and PCI Express x16 slots alongside parallel, serial and multiple USB 2.0 ports for legacy and modern peripherals. Gigabit Ethernet via the Intel 82579LM controller and a bundled Wi-Fi USB adapter give flexible network options. Active power factor correction and a security lock slot support managed deployment. The DIMM 240-pin memory layout allows straightforward RAM upgrades.

Replaces older workstations for everyday

This system upgrades from legacy desktops that struggle with modern 64-bit applications and multi-tasking workloads. The jump is worth it when moving from dual-core machines with 4GB or less of memory to a quad-core platform with 8GB DDR3. Buyers who need solid-state speed, discrete graphics or newer CPU architectures will find this configuration does not meet those requirements.

Highlights

  • Quad-core Intel i5 processor handles everyday multitasking smoothly
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory keeps multiple applications responsive
  • 500 GB hard drive stores documents and media files
  • DVD-RW drive reads and writes optical discs
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed for immediate productivity

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model990
Part Number990
TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
UsageOthers
ColorBlack/Silver
ProcessorIntel Quad-Core i5
Memory8GB
Storage500GB
Optical DriveDVDRW
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2000 Dynamic Video Memory Technology 5.0
EthernetIntel 82579LM
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
Software IncludedPre-Loaded Windows 7 Pro Image
Special Featuresactive Power Factor Correction (PFC), security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
ChipsetIntel Q67 Express
CPU TypeIntel Core i5
GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics 2000
Memory Capacity8GB DDR3
Memory Spec2 GB x 4
Memory Slot (Total)4
Memory Slot (Available)0
Memory Slots (Available/Total)0/4
Maximum Memory Supported16 GB
HDD500GB
HDD InterfaceSATA
Optical Drive TypeDVD±RW
Screen Size1.6"
Front USB4
Video Ports1 VGA, 1 Display Port
Rear USB6
Keyboard TypeUSB Keyboard
Mouse TypeUSB Mouse
Dimensions (H x W x D)9x19x20
Weight22

Questions about this item

Which USB standard does the OptiPlex 990 use, and what speed does it limit peripherals to?

The system provides USB 2.0 ports, so every attached device runs at the 2.0 signalling rate.

What chassis clearance and mounting points are required for the Dell OptiPlex 990 desktop?

The tower fits a standard ATX footprint and uses four rear thumbscrews; no tool-less rails or proprietary brackets are needed.

How is the pre-loaded Windows 10 Pro activated on this OptiPlex 990, and which step do buyers often miss?

Windows 10 Pro activates automatically via the embedded BIOS licence; the step people skip is connecting to the internet so the digital entitlement can bind.

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