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HP Z230 Tower Workstation – Certified Refurbished Professional Desktop
Powered by an Intel Xeon E3-1241 V3 quad-core processor with 8 threads running at 3.5 GHz, equipped with 16 GB DDR3 RAM and a 256 GB solid-state drive, the HP Z230 Tower Workstation delivers enterprise-grade performance in a robust tower chassis. Featuring an NVIDIA NVS 510 2 GB graphics card and DVD/RW optical drive, this certified refurbished workstation is built for professionals requiring reliable computing power for CAD design, engineering workflows, multi-display productivity, and demanding business applications.
Practical Use Cases
This versatile workstation excels across multiple professional environments. Engineers and designers will appreciate its ability to handle 3D modelling software and CAD applications with ease, while the multi-display support from the NVS 510 graphics makes it ideal for financial analysts, traders, and professionals requiring extensive screen real estate. The Xeon processor architecture ensures stable, consistent performance for data analysis, scientific computing, and resource-intensive office applications. IT professionals will value the flexibility of customising the operating system to meet specific organisational requirements.
Top Features & Benefits
- Enterprise-Grade Intel Xeon Processor: Quad-core E3-1241 V3 with hyperthreading delivers 8 processing threads at 3.5 GHz, ensuring efficient multitasking and reliable performance for professional workloads
- 16 GB DDR3 Memory: Provides smooth operation when working with large datasets, multiple applications, and complex project files simultaneously
- Fast 256 GB Solid State Drive: Significantly faster boot times and application launches compared to traditional hard drives, enhancing daily productivity
- NVIDIA NVS 510 Professional Graphics: 2 GB dedicated graphics card with support for up to four displays via Mini DisplayPort connections, perfect for multi-monitor setups
- Tower Expandability: Multiple drive bays and expansion slots allow seamless upgrades to storage, memory, and graphics capabilities as your needs evolve
- Comprehensive Connectivity: Features multiple USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports, DisplayPort and DVI-D outputs, Gigabit Ethernet, and DVD/RW optical drive for complete peripheral support
- Durable Enterprise Construction: Built with professional-grade components designed for continuous operation and long-term reliability
- Operating System Flexibility: No pre-installed operating system allows you to deploy Windows, Linux, or your preferred platform according to your specific requirements
- Thoroughly Tested and Verified: Every unit undergoes Reboot IT's comprehensive testing process ensuring all features and functions perform flawlessly
- Certified Refurbished Quality: Professionally restored to full operational standards with warranty coverage for complete peace of mind
Essential Technical Specifications
- Processor: Intel Xeon E3-1241 V3, 4 cores / 8 threads, 3.5 GHz base frequency (up to 3.9 GHz turbo)
- Memory: 16 GB DDR3 DIMM, expandable via four memory slots
- Storage: 256 GB SSD (Solid State Drive)
- Graphics: NVIDIA NVS 510, 2 GB DDR3 VRAM, supports up to 4 displays
- Optical Drive: DVD/RW (read and write capable)
- Form Factor: Tower chassis (approximately 41.2 cm H × 17.5 cm W × 43.4 cm D)
- Connectivity: Multiple USB 3.0 ports, USB 2.0 ports, 4 × Mini DisplayPort outputs, Gigabit Ethernet
- Operating System: No operating system included (flexibility to install your preferred OS)
- Colour: Black professional finish
- Weight: Approximately 9.5 kg
Operating System Considerations
This workstation ships without a pre-installed operating system, offering significant advantages for IT professionals and organisations. You have complete flexibility to deploy Windows 10, Windows 11, various Linux distributions, or specialised operating systems tailored to your exact requirements. This approach eliminates unnecessary licensing costs if you have existing volume agreements or prefer open-source solutions. However, you will need to arrange installation and configuration of your chosen operating system upon receipt.
Cosmetic Condition Guide
Excellent Grade units show evidence of very light previous use with minimal wear on the external case. These PCs will have no deep scratches, cracks, paint chips, or broken or missing pieces.
Good Grade units are fully tested and fully functional but may have light scratches on the external body and more excessive case wear than Excellent grade units. Good grade PCs may feature one or several small dings or dents on covers and small paint chips on the surface.
Quality Assurance & Warranty
Reboot IT has been an expert in the refurbished technology industry since 2001, utilising cutting-edge diagnostic and testing software to ensure every device meets exacting standards. All units are verified refurbished through Reboot IT's thorough testing process, which evaluates processor performance, memory integrity, storage functionality, graphics output, and all connectivity ports. We tested all features and functions to guarantee this workstation performs to professional specifications.
This HP Z230 Tower Workstation is sold by Reboot IT and includes a comprehensive warranty covering hardware defects, providing confidence in your investment. Each certified refurbished unit undergoes rigorous quality control procedures to ensure reliable, consistent performance comparable to new equipment.
Ready for Professional Deployment
Whether you're upgrading your design studio, equipping an engineering department, or building a cost-effective professional workstation, the HP Z230 combines proven Xeon reliability with practical expandability. This certified refurbished unit represents exceptional value without compromising on performance or quality.
Order your certified refurbished HP Z230 Tower Workstation today and experience professional-grade computing backed by Reboot IT's trusted expertise and warranty protection.
Bluetooth|Optical Drive|Wi-Fi |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 Year |
| Features | Optical Drive |
| Item Height | 412mm |
| RAM Size | 32GB |
| Graphics Processing Type | Dedicated Graphics |
| Chipset | None |
| Item Width | 175mm |
| Model | Z230 Tower Workstation |
| Type | Desktop |
| Resolution | none |
| Processor | Intel Xeon E3-1240 V3 3.40 GHz |
| Release Date | Q1'14 |
| Processor Model | E3-1240 V3 |
| Colour | None |
| Item Weight | 10.0kg |
| Storage Type | HDD + SSD |
| Optical Drive | DVD/RW |
| Operating System Edition | Professional |
| SSD Capacity | 256GB |
| Memory Type | DDR3 DIMM |
| Cores | 4 |
| Other Software | None |
| Brand | HP |
| L2 Cache | None |
| Form Factor | Tower |
| Part Number | D1P34AV |
| Screen Size | None |
| Maximum Ram Capacity | None |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Motherboard Model | None |
| Series | None |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
| RAM Type | DDR3 DIMM |
| Most Suitable For | Engineering|Graphic Design|Office |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0|USB 3.0|DisplayPort|DVI-D|RJ-45 |
| Max Turbo Speed | None |
| MPN | None |
| Processor Speed | 3.40GHz |
| Release Year | 2014 |
| Hard Drive Capacity | 500GB |
| GPU | NVIDIA Quadro K2200 |
| Item Length | 434mm |
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
