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Dell Optiplex 3040 - COMPLETE COMPUTER SET -w/i5-6500, 12GB, 500GB HD+ - $120 (Hamilton, NJ)
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One nice thing about this set is that the SFF case can sit under the monitor and doesn't take up a lot of desk space. The speaker system has long cables so you can also place the subwoofer on the floor to save even more desk space.
Windows 11 Pro is legal and activated so if you want you can reinstall it or Windows 10 Pro and it will still be activated. Runs smooth and pretty fast, no passwords, no issues. All updates and security patches as of Oct. 2026 downloaded and installed. Since this was set up as a computer for playing classic games a bunch were tested and almost all worked well with good audio and video. The system won't play the latest games unless you get a dedicated PCIe video card but the integrated Intel HD 530 graphics do a decent job of playing older 3D games. Also installed are some useful programs like OpenOffice (MS Office clone with word processing, spreadsheets, etc), GIMP (open source Photoshop clone), IrfanView photo viewer, Chrome browser with Ad Block Plus, KLite Mega Codec pack with Windows Media Player Classic, and more.
Specs:
- Intel Core i5-6500 CPU
- 12GB RAM
- 500GB 2.5" hard drive (can also fit a 3.5" drive) no caddy included, secured with foam
- DVDRW optical drive
- Intel HD 530 Graphics onboard
- VGA and DP video outputs
- 22" Dell UltraSharp monitor with swivel, tilt, raise/lower, and rotate stand
- Dell speaker system with subwoofer and stereo speakers
- 4 USB 3 ports, 4 USB 2 ports
- Dell USB keyboard and mouse
- all power cords and cables
The monitor has some small scratches on the screen but they are not really visible when in use, definitely um-noticeable when playing a game. Keyboard, mouse, speakers, SFF case all have minor wear/scratches from transport, not bad IMO.
Excellent inexpensive system for internet, light gaming, email, homework, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, watching DVD movies, streaming, etc. Plays back YouTube video in HD with no stuttering or glitches. The Dell speaker system sounds excellent with great bass, no distortion or hum even if you crank it up.