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Compact black and silver ultra-small desktop tower with front slot-loading DVD drive

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 780 USFF desktop PC Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0GHz 4GB DDR3 250GB

SKU CH-RNE3-EKKQE

Ultra-small desktop with a 3.0 GHz dual-core processor, 4 GB DDR3, 250 GB drive, DVD-RW, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Windows 7

  • TypeStudent / Home Office
  • Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
  • UsageConsumer
  • ColorBlack/Silver
  • ProcessorIntel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz dual-core processor
  • Processor Main Features64 bit Dual Core Processor
  • Ultra-small USFF chassis saves desk space
  • Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz dual-core processor handles everyday tasks
  • 4 GB DDR3 memory and 250 GB hard drive store files and programs
  • DVD±RW drive reads and writes CDs and DVDs
  • Gigabit Ethernet, WiFi and Bluetooth connect to networks and peripherals

Ultra-small desktop for office tasks

The Dell OptiPlex 780 USFF is a compact desktop computer built around an Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz dual-core processor with 6 MB L2 cache. It ships with 4 GB DDR3 SDRAM and a 250 GB hard drive. Microsoft Windows 7 comes pre-installed. The chassis includes a 16X DVD±RW drive, integrated Intel GMA 3000 graphics, Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth adapters.

Suits basic productivity, not modern workloads

This system fits students or home-office users who need a small, quiet PC for web browsing, document editing and legacy Windows 7 applications. Buyers who want more storage, faster multi-core performance, 64-bit application support beyond the processor's capability, or a modern operating system with current security updates should look at something else. The integrated graphics and DDR3 memory limit media creation and gaming.

Simple setup with legacy constraints

Installation is straightforward: connect the included USB keyboard and mouse, attach a display to the video output, and power on. Windows 7 boots to a ready desktop. The ultra-small form factor uses proprietary internal layouts, so adding internal drives or expansion cards is difficult. The 1333 MHz front-side bus and DDR3 DIMM 240-pin slots restrict memory upgrades to older modules. Driver support for current peripherals may be limited.

Highlights

  • Ultra-small USFF chassis saves desk space
  • Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz dual-core processor handles everyday tasks
  • 4 GB DDR3 memory and 250 GB hard drive store files and programs
  • DVD±RW drive reads and writes CDs and DVDs
  • Gigabit Ethernet, WiFi and Bluetooth connect to networks and peripherals

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model780
TypeStudent / Home Office
Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
UsageConsumer
ColorBlack/Silver
ProcessorIntel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz dual-core processor
Processor Main Features64 bit Dual Core Processor
Cache Per Processor6 MB L2 Cache
Memory4 GB DDR3 SDRAM
Storage250 GB HD
Optical Drive16X DVD±RW Drive
GraphicsIntel GMA 3000
AudioSound card - Integrated
EthernetGigabit Ethernet
KeyboardUSB
MouseUSB Mouse
Operating SystemWindows 7
ChipsetIntel Q45
CPU TypeCore 2 Duo
Installed Qty1
Max Supported Qty1
CPU FSB1333 MHz
CPU NameIntel Core 2 Duo E8400
L2 Cache Per CPU6 MB
CPU Socket TypeLGA 775
CPU Main Features64 bit Dual Core Processor
GPU/VGA TypeIntel GMA 3000
Graphics InterfaceIntegrated video
Memory Capacity4GB DDR3
Memory Spec2 GB x 2
Memory Slot (Total)2
Memory Slot (Available)0
Memory Slots (Available/Total)0/2
Maximum Memory Supported16 GB
SSDNo
HDD250GB
Optical Drive TypeDVD±RW
Screen SizeNo Screen
TouchscreenNo
LAN ChipsetIntegrated
LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
WLAN802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN
BluetoothYes
Front USB2
Front Audio Ports2
Rear USB5
Rear Audio Ports2 ports
Keyboard TypeUSB Keyboard
Mouse TypeUSB Mouse

Questions about this item

What type of memory modules does the OptiPlex 780 USFF require for upgrades?

The system uses 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs, so any additional or replacement memory must match that specification.

Can I connect an external eSATA drive to this desktop alongside my existing USB 2.0 peripherals?

Yes, the chassis includes an eSATA port and multiple USB 2.0 ports, allowing both connection types to operate simultaneously.

How do I verify the Intel GMA 3000 graphics are active after installing Windows 7?

Open Device Manager, expand Display adapters, and confirm Intel GMA 3000 appears without warning icons.

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