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

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 990 desktop PC Intel Quad-Core i5 8GB DDR3 250GB HDD DVDRW Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-AYS1-JATMD

A business desktop with an Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB DDR3 memory, 250GB hard drive, DVD-RW drive, integrated Intel HD Graphics 2000, Gigabit Ethernet, and Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed

  • TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
  • Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
  • UsageOthers
  • ColorBlack/Silver
  • ProcessorIntel Quad-Core i5
  • Memory8GB
  • Quad-core Intel i5 powers everyday multitasking
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 250 GB hard drive stores documents and media
  • DVD-RW drive reads and writes optical discs
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit provides business-ready security and management

DELL OptiPlex 990 Business Desktop

The DELL OptiPlex 990 is a compact business desktop built around an Intel Quad-Core i5 processor and 8GB of DDR3 memory. It ships with a 250GB hard drive and a DVDRW optical drive for local software installation. Windows 10 Professional 64-bit is pre-installed alongside a Windows 7 Pro recovery image. A keyboard, mouse and Wi-Fi USB adapter are included in the box.

Thermals Noise and Power

The chassis uses active Power Factor Correction to improve electrical efficiency during normal office workloads. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2000 with Dynamic Video Memory Technology 5.0 handles display output without a discrete card, keeping heat and acoustic output low. The Intel 82579LM Gigabit Ethernet controller provides wired network connectivity with minimal additional power draw.

Upgrade Path and Value

This system replaces older desktops that lack 64-bit Windows 10 support or sufficient multi-threaded performance for modern productivity suites. The jump is worthwhile when moving from a dual-core platform with 4GB of memory to this quad-core configuration with 8GB. Buyers who need more storage capacity or a dedicated graphics card for GPU-accelerated applications should consider a different platform.

Highlights

  • Quad-core Intel i5 powers everyday multitasking
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 250 GB hard drive stores documents and media
  • DVD-RW drive reads and writes optical discs
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit provides business-ready security and management

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model990
Part Number990
TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
UsageOthers
ColorBlack/Silver
ProcessorIntel Quad-Core i5
Memory8GB
Storage250GB
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/CD
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
HDD250GB
HDD InterfaceSATA
Optical Drive TypeDVD±RW
Screen Size1.6"
Front USB4
Front Audio Ports1
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

How do I install the 240-pin DDR3 memory modules, and what step is often missed?

Open the chassis, align the notch on each DDR3 module with the DIMM slot key, press firmly until the retention clips click, then verify the system recognises all 8GB in BIOS.

Which component will most likely need replacement first during the life of this OptiPlex 990?

The 250GB hard drive has moving parts and a finite lifespan; plan to replace it with a new drive and reinstall Windows 10 Pro when SMART warnings appear.

What limit appears first when the Intel HD Graphics 2000 runs sustained workloads?

Dynamic Video Memory Technology 5.0 shares system RAM, so extended 3D or video tasks hit the 8GB DDR3 ceiling and throttle frame rates.

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