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Small black tower desktop with DVD slot and USB keyboard mouse

DELL

DELL NE1-21720 3050 i5-7500 16 GB 256 GB business desktop

SKU CH-GERM-V3HBA MPN NE1-21720

A refurbished compact business desktop with a 3.40 GHz Intel Core i5-7500, 16 GB memory and a 256 GB NVMe SSD running Windows 10 Pro

  • TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
  • Form FactorSlim/Small Form Factor
  • UsageBusiness
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5-7500 (3.40 GHz)
  • Memory16 GB
  • Storage256 GB M.2-NVMe SSD
  • Smooth multitasking with 16 GB memory
  • Fast boot and load times from 256 GB NVMe SSD
  • Responsive performance from 3.40 GHz Intel Core i5-7500
  • Ready for business with Windows 10 Pro 64-bit
  • Space-saving small form factor fits any workspace

Dell OptiPlex 3050 business desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 3050 is a small form factor business desktop built around an Intel Core i5-7500 processor running at 3.40 GHz with 16 GB of memory and a 256 GB M.2-NVMe SSD. It ships with Windows 10 Pro 64-bit, a DVDRW drive, USB keyboard and mouse, and relies on integrated Intel HD Graphics 630. No monitor is included.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous workloads the integrated Intel HD Graphics 630 shares system memory with the CPU, so graphics-heavy tasks will reduce bandwidth available to the processor. The slim chassis limits airflow compared with tower designs, which can cause the i5-7500 to throttle during extended high-utilisation periods such as large batch renders or prolonged compile jobs.

Setup checks before ordering

Verify that your display uses a connector supported by the integrated video outputs on this chassis. Confirm the 256 GB NVMe capacity meets your storage needs, as the small form factor may restrict additional internal drives. Ensure your peripherals and network infrastructure are compatible with the provided USB ports and onboard Ethernet. Remember this unit is sold refurbished.

Highlights

  • Smooth multitasking with 16 GB memory
  • Fast boot and load times from 256 GB NVMe SSD
  • Responsive performance from 3.40 GHz Intel Core i5-7500
  • Ready for business with Windows 10 Pro 64-bit
  • Space-saving small form factor fits any workspace

Specifications

BrandDELL
Model3050
Part NumberNE1-21720
TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Form FactorSlim/Small Form Factor
UsageBusiness
ProcessorIntel Core i5-7500 (3.40 GHz)
Memory16 GB
Storage256 GB M.2-NVMe SSD
Optical DriveDVDRW
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 630
MonitorMonitor not included
KeyboardUSB Keyboard
MouseUSB Mouse
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro 64-bit
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 7th Gen
CPU NameIntel Core i5-7500
CPU Base Frequency3.40GHz
GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics 630
Graphics InterfaceIntegrated video
Memory Capacity16 GB
SSD256 GB M.2-NVMe
HDDNo
Optical Drive TypeDVDRW
Screen SizeNo Screen
WLANNo
Mouse TypeUSB Mouse
Keyboard TypeUSB Keyboard
Dimensions (H x W x D)7.00" x 1.40" x 7.20"
Weight2.60 lbs.
Shipping weight2.27 kg
Package size330 × 330 × 330 mm

Questions about this item

How loud is the fan on the OptiPlex 3050 when the i5-7500 runs at 3.40 GHz all day?

The small-form-factor chassis uses a single system fan that spins up under sustained load; typical office workloads keep it at a low hum, while continuous heavy compute will raise the noise level noticeably.

Does the 3050 come with a display cable so I can use my existing monitor right away?

The unit includes a USB keyboard and mouse, but no video cable; you will need to supply an HDMI, DisplayPort or VGA lead that matches your monitor’s input.

Can I keep using my older PCIe add-in cards in this OptiPlex 3050?

The slim chassis provides one low-profile PCIe x16 slot and one low-profile PCIe x1 slot, so full-height cards will not fit without a bracket change.

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