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Intel Core i3-6100 3.7 GHz CPU, 4 GB DDR4 RAM, 256 GB SSD, Intel HD 530 graphics and compact Small Form Factor design make this certified refurbished Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF a reliable Windows 10 Pro business desktop ideal for office productivity, web, email and point-of-sale use, backed by a 3‑month Reboot IT warranty and verified refurb testing. This space‑saving black chassis fits neatly under a monitor or on a shelf while still offering strong connectivity, upgrade options and enterprise‑grade security for home, school or business environments.
Overview & Key Benefits
This certified refurbished Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF is designed for everyday productivity tasks such as Microsoft Office, web browsing, cloud apps, MYOB/Xero and remote work. The Intel Core i3-6100 and fast 256 GB SSD deliver quick start‑up and responsive multitasking, while Windows 10 Pro provides familiar business features like domain join and BitLocker support.
- Compact Small Form Factor chassis saves desk space yet maintains easy access to ports and internal components.
- Quiet, professional design suits offices, reception areas, classrooms and home study setups.
- Certified refurbished for great value compared with new business desktops.
Practical Use Cases
- Office productivity: Word processing, spreadsheets, presentations and email in small to medium businesses.
- Education and home study: Online learning platforms, research, assignments and web conferencing with an external webcam if required.
- Retail and front desk: POS software, label printing and basic inventory systems in a compact footprint.
- Light media and admin: Streaming, web apps and general administration without the cost of a new PC.
Top Features & Advantages
- Intel Core i3-6100 3.7 GHz dual‑core processor for solid everyday performance on modern office workloads.
- 4 GB DDR4 memory, upgradeable up to high capacities, allowing future RAM expansion as needs grow.
- 256 GB SSD for fast boot times and snappy application loading compared with older HDD‑only systems.
- Intel HD Graphics 530 handles dual displays via DisplayPort and HDMI for efficient multitasking.
- Generous I/O: up to 10 USB ports, DisplayPort, HDMI, serial, PS/2 and audio, ideal for legacy and modern peripherals.
- DVD/RW optical drive for installing software or accessing archived media.
- Business‑class security options including chassis intrusion switch and TPM support in a robust steel chassis.
Specifications (Essential Technical Details)
- CPU: Intel Core i3-6100, 3.7 GHz, dual‑core, 3 MB cache.
- RAM: 4 GB DDR4, 4 DIMM slots, supports up to 64 GB.
- Storage: 256 GB SSD (SATA/PCIe options supported internally).
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 530 integrated GPU.
- Optical Drive: Slim 5.25" DVD±RW drive.
- Ports (external): 6 x USB 3.0, 4 x USB 2.0, 2 x DisplayPort 1.2, 1 x HDMI 1.4, 1 x RJ‑45 Gigabit Ethernet, serial, 2 x PS/2, audio in/out (exact mix per configuration).
- Networking: Intel I219LM Gigabit Ethernet; Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth available via optional PCIe/M.2 cards.
- Dimensions: Approx. 290 mm (H) x 92.6 mm (W) x 292.8 mm (D).
- Weight: Approx. 5.1 kg, Small Form Factor steel chassis with plastic front bezel.
Operating System: Pros & Cons
This unit ships with Windows 10 Pro 64‑bit, widely supported and suited to business and education environments.
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Pros:
- Familiar interface, broad software compatibility and support for business features like Remote Desktop, BitLocker and domain join.
- Strong ecosystem of productivity, security and management tools.
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Cons:
- Mainstream support is winding down over time, encouraging future planning for OS upgrades.
- Requires regular updates and security patching to remain fully protected.
Refurbished Quality, Testing & Grades
All units are verified refurb through Reboot IT’s thorough testing process, where each feature and function is tested with specialist diagnostics before sale. Reboot IT has been an expert in the refurbished computer industry since 2001, using cutting‑edge testing software to ensure reliability and performance.
- Every system is fully inspected, cleaned and restored to proper working order, including internal components and ports.
- We tested all features and functions such as storage, RAM, USB ports, display outputs, audio, networking and optical drive operation before certifying the device.
Cosmetic Grade: Excellent vs Good (Brief Guide)
Reboot IT uses a clear cosmetic grading standard for refurbished computers.
- Excellent: Very minor signs of previous use; marks are small and often barely noticeable in normal use.
- Good: Fully functional but may show more visible wear such as light scratches or scuffs on the case, without deep cracks or missing pieces.
Both grades are tested to the same functional standards; the difference is mainly cosmetic.
Warranty & Peace of Mind
This certified refurbished Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF is sold by Reboot IT with a 3‑month warranty, giving added confidence in your purchase.
- All units are covered against hardware faults for the warranty period, with local Australian support.
- Devices marked as Verified Reboot Refurb indicate they have passed Reboot IT’s multi‑point testing and inspection, providing dependable, business‑ready performance.
Why Buy This PC & Call to Action
For customers seeking a compact, affordable and reliable Windows 10 Pro desktop for office work, study or retail environments, this certified refurbished Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF offers excellent value, easy upgrade paths and professional‑grade testing from a trusted refurbisher since 2001. Enjoy a business‑class system at a fraction of new cost—add this desktop to your cart today and experience Reboot IT’s verified refurb quality and 3‑month warranty support.
Bluetooth|Optical Drive|Wi-Fi |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 Year |
| Features | Optical Drive |
| Item Height | None |
| RAM Size | 8GB |
| Graphics Processing Type | Integrated/On-Board Graphics |
| Chipset | None |
| Item Width | None |
| Model | OptiPlex 7040 |
| Type | Desktop |
| Resolution | None |
| Processor | Core i5-6500 3.20 GHz |
| Release Date | None |
| Processor Model | None |
| Colour | None |
| Item Weight | None |
| Storage Type | SSD (Solid State Drive) |
| Optical Drive | None |
| Operating System Edition | Professional |
| SSD Capacity | 240GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 DIMM |
| Cores | 4 |
| Other Software | None |
| Brand | Dell |
| L2 Cache | None |
| Form Factor | Small Form Factor (SFF) |
| Part Number | 06B9 |
| Screen Size | None |
| Maximum Ram Capacity | None |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Motherboard Model | None |
| Series | Dell OptiPlex |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
| RAM Type | DDR4 DIMM |
| Most Suitable For | None |
| Connectivity | None |
| Max Turbo Speed | None |
| MPN | None |
| Processor Speed | 3.20GHz |
| Release Year | None |
| Hard Drive Capacity | None |
| GPU | Intel HD 530 Graphics |
| Item Length | None |
Refurbished Computers - Cosmetic Grading Guide
Our supplier's refurbished hardware is typically graded either "Excellent" or "Good", however, some legacy products were graded under a letter grading system (A, B, C). Please find the definitions for each grade below and contact us if you're uncertain of a device's grade.
Used Smartphone / Refurbished Mobile Phones
"Excellent" Grade
Devices in this category appear like new, with very minor wear. Expect light or fine scratches on the screen that are shallow enough not to catch on a fingernail. The edge around the glass is virtually flawless, save for possible light scratching around the power port. The back plate may show light/fine scratches, including on the Apple logo, with any discoloration being minimal.
"Good" Grade
These devices are characterized by being fully tested and functional even if they have body scratches, minor paint chips, or a small hairline crack on the screen. Screens are free from dead pixels but may exhibit slight scratching from moderate use.
Refurbished Desktops, Laptops and Monitors
"Excellent" Grade - Laptops
Reserved for units that show barely any signs of previous use, these laptops may exhibit very minor scuffing or abrasions, associated only with minimal standard use. The keyboards show light wear, and importantly, the screens are pristine, free from any scratches, cracks, chips, dead pixels, dark spots, discoloration, or blemishes.
"Excellent" Grade - Desktops
Desktop PCs in the "Excellent" grade category are free from deep scratches, cracks, paint chips, or any broken/missing pieces, ensuring a sleek and almost-new aesthetic.
"Excellent" Grade - Monitors
"Excellent" grade is reserved for units that show evidence of very little to no previous use. Any wear on an "Excellent" Display, including housing/frame and/or external surfaces (i.e. Frame) is associated with standard minimal use. "Excellent" units may have minor scuffing and / or minor abrasions on plastics with from standard light previous use."Excellent" Displays will feature no scratches, cracks, chips, dead pixels, dark spots, discoloration or blemishes. Units will only feature the standard minimal wear and tear that is associated with a used unit.
"Good" Grade - Laptops
"Good" laptops may feature one or several small dings or dents on covers and / or small paint chips on the surface or small hairline cracks in the bezel. Laptop screens may feature uneven light diffusion in screen and may feature subtle blemishes. "Good" Laptops will not feature cracks screens but may feature slight scratching, dead pixels or white spots on the screen.
"Good" Grade - Desktops
"Good" grade desktops may have light scratches on external body and may feature more excessive unit housing and/or external case wear than "Excellent" units, including wear on case / lid. "Good" PCs may feature one or several small dings or dents on covers and / or small paint chips on the surface.
"Good" Grade - Monitors
Displays in the "Good" grade have been fully tested and are functional but may include scratches on body, small paint chips, minor cracks on body, loose and/or wobbly bases. "Good" Display screens may feature uneven light diffusion in screen and may feature subtle to moderate blemishes. "Good" Displays will not feature cracks on screens but may feature slight scratching on screen surfaces from moderate use or wear, dead pixels or white spots on the screen.
Legacy letter grading
Used Smartphone / Refurbished Mobile Phones
A Grade
- No chips, scratches or cracks on the front glass and housing
- No missing or alternative parts
- No sign of liquid damage
- Battery cannot be swollen
B Grade – Same as A Grade except:
- May have light scuffs but no chips or cracks
- Light scratches on housing or front glass
C-Grade – Same as B Grade except:
- Unlimited long shallow scratches on the front glass
- No chips or cracks on the front glass
- Unlimited scratches, chips/dents on back cover housing and corners
- Minor cracks allowed
- Customized housing and aftermarket covers allowed
Refurbished Desktops, Laptops and Monitors
A-Grade
- Overall excellent to very good cosmetic condition. Some may be pristine, others may have light scratches or minor blemishes
- Laptops may have some shiny areas around the keyboard such as the space bar, touchpad or touchpad buttons
- Keyboard keys will be in excellent condition
- Laptop and monitor screens will be blemish free
- Cosmetic blemishes will not impact the overall functionality or performance of the device
B-Grade
- Will have some cosmetic blemishes that include scratches and/or other imperfections
- Minor scratches and dents on the housing
- Laptops may have shiny keys or shiny surfaces around the keyboard however all characters will be legible
- Laptop and monitors screens will have imperfections such as minor scratches, minor chips and/or white spots. There will be no cracking on the screen
- Have the same warranty as A Grade
- Pricing will be cheaper than A Grade
C-Grade
- Same as B-Grade except may have unlimited scratches/blemishes on the screen
- May have cracks/chips or dents on the housing
- Have the same warranty as A Grade
- Pricing will be cheaper than B Grade









