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Black and silver small form factor desktop tower with keyboard and mouse

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 990 SFF desktop PC Intel i7-2600 16GB DDR3 500GB HD DVDRW WiFi Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-GK8C-3XNE0

A compact desktop with a 3.40 GHz quad-core i7-2600, 16 GB DDR3, 500 GB hard drive, DVD±RW, Wi-Fi USB adapter and Windows 10 Pro

  • TypeStudent / Home Office
  • Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
  • UsageConsumer
  • ColorBlack/Silver
  • ProcessorIntel Quad-Core i7-2600 3.40GHz
  • Processor Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor

Memory Capacity 16GB DDR3

  • Quad-core i7-2600 at 3.40 GHz handles multi-tasking
  • 16 GB DDR3 memory supports demanding workloads
  • 500 GB 3.5-inch hard drive stores large files
  • DVD±RW drive reads and writes optical media
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed for immediate use

Dell OptiPlex 990 SFF desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 990 is a small form factor desktop computer powered by an Intel Quad-Core i7-2600 processor running at 3.40 GHz with a 3.80 GHz turbo boost. It comes with 16 GB of DDR3 memory, a 3.5 inch 500 GB hard drive and a DVD±RW optical drive. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit is pre-installed alongside a USB keyboard and mouse. This system suits home office users and students who need a compact, ready-to-use PC for everyday productivity.

DDR3 memory and SFF constraints

The platform uses 240-pin DDR3 desktop RAM and the small form factor chassis limits internal expansion space. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2000 provides basic display output without a discrete graphics card. A USB WiFi adapter adds wireless connectivity while Gigabit Ethernet handles wired networking. Buyers who need more storage bays, additional memory slots or a full-size graphics card should consider a larger tower chassis instead.

16 GB DDR3 decides fit

The installed 16 GB of DDR3 memory represents the key specification for matching this system to workloads that require that exact capacity and generation. The 500 GB hard drive offers moderate space for applications and files. If your software demands a different memory type, higher capacity or faster solid-state storage, this configuration will not meet those requirements.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i7-2600 at 3.40 GHz handles multi-tasking
  • 16 GB DDR3 memory supports demanding workloads
  • 500 GB 3.5-inch hard drive stores large files
  • DVD±RW drive reads and writes optical media
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed for immediate use

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model990
Part Number990
TypeStudent / Home Office
Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
UsageConsumer
ColorBlack/Silver
ProcessorIntel Quad-Core i7-2600 3.40GHz
Processor Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor
Memory16 GB DDR3 Desktop RAM
Storage3.5" 500 GB Hard Drive
Optical DriveDVD±RW Drive
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2000
AudioSound card - Integrated
EthernetGigabit Ethernet
Wireless CardWiFi USB Adapter
CaseSmall Form Facto (SFF)
KeyboardUSB
MouseUSB
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
Software IncludedWindows 10 Pro Installed
ChipsetIntel Q67
CPU TypeIntel Core i7 2nd Gen
Installed Qty1
Max Supported Qty1
CPU NameIntel Core i7-2600
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1155
CPU Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor
GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics 2000
Graphics InterfaceIntegrated video
Memory Capacity16GB DDR3
Memory SpeedDDR3
Memory Spec4 GB x 4
Memory Slot (Total)4
Memory Slot (Available)0
Memory Slots (Available/Total)0/4
Maximum Memory Supported16 GB
SSDNo
HDD500GB
HDD InterfaceSATA
Optical Drive TypeDVD±RW
Screen SizeNo Screen
Audio ChipsetIntegrated
LAN ChipsetIntegrated
LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
WLAN802.11 Wireless LAN
Front USB4
Front Audio Ports2
Video Ports1 VGA, 1 Display Port
Rear USB6
Rear IEEE 13941 port
RJ451x Headphone, 1x Microphone, 1x Line In
Keyboard TypeUSB Keyboard
Mouse TypeUSB Mouse
Dimensions (H x W x D)11.4 x 3.7 x 12.3
Weight12 Lbs.

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Questions about this item

Should I pick the 16 GB DDR3 option or a smaller 4 GB or 8 GB kit for this OptiPlex 990 SFF?

The 16 GB DDR3 configuration fills the board's capacity and lets the i7-2600 handle heavy multitasking without swapping to the 500 GB hard drive, while 4 GB or 8 GB will limit simultaneous apps.

What does the i7-2600 3.40 GHz with 3.80 GHz Turbo actually deliver in daily work?

The quad-core 3.40 GHz base clock runs office suites and browser tabs smoothly, and the 3.80 GHz Turbo Boost kicks in for short bursts like spreadsheet recalculations or photo exports.

How does the Gigabit Ethernet port perform when moving large files across a wired LAN?

The integrated Gigabit Ethernet controller supports up to 1 Gbit/s link speed, so sustained copies to a NAS or server are limited by the 500 GB hard drive's mechanical throughput rather than the network interface.

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