Dell Optiplex 7050 SFF - i7-7th Gen/16GB RAM/512GB SSD - Windows 11

 

 Product Title

Dell OptiPlex 7050 SFF – Intel Core i7-7700 (7th Gen) · 16 GB DDR4 · 512 GB SSD · Windows 11 Pro – Refurbished Business Desktop

 Key Specifications

• Processor: Intel Core i7‑7700 (4 cores, 8 threads; 3.6 GHz base, 4.2 GHz Turbo Boost) 

• Memory: 16 GB DDR4 RAM (2×8 GB); expandable up to 64 GB across 4 DIMM slots

• Storage: 512 GB SATA SSD — fast boot-up and file access 

• Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 630 – suitable for dual-monitor setups via DisplayPort + HDMI 

• Operating System: Windows 11 Pro (pre-installed or upgrade-ready)

• Form Factor: Small Form Factor (SFF) — compact chassis (~29 × 9.3 × 29.2 cm; ~5.25 kg) 

• Ports & Slots:

  • 5× USB 3.1 Gen 1 (1 front, 4 rear) + 3× USB 2.0

  • 1× USB‑C Gen 1 front

  • HDMI + 2× DisplayPort

  • Gigabit Ethernet, audio I/O, serial, PS/2 combo

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• Networking: Gigabit Ethernet; Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth optional via add-on

• Security & Compliance: TPM 1.2 (firmware upgrade to TPM 2.0 possible), Secure Boot, Kensington lock slot 

Windows 11 Compatibility

Though officially Dell lists only up to Windows 10 for OptiPlex 7050, several users and tech forums confirm successful installation and stable performance of Windows 11 with TPM 2.0 firmware update . You will need to enable TPM, UEFI BIOS + Secure Boot prior to OS installation.

 Ideal Usage Scenarios

• Corporate & SME offices: Smooth performance for MS Office, ERP, CRM, digital meetings

• Work-from-home / hybrid setups: Dual-monitor support ideal for analysts, designers, developers

• Education & labs: Stable Windows 11 Pro platform, easy asset management

• Retail & POS counters: Compact footprint with enterprise-grade reliability

Upgradeability & Maintenance

• Memory: Easily upgradeable to 64 GB via accessible DIMM slots

• Storage: Can add 2.5″ SATA drive or M.2 PCIe module alongside existing SSD

• PCIe expansion: One full-height slot available for low-profile cards—great for additional I/O or graphics

 Why Choose Dell OptiPlex 7050 SFF?

• Business-class build quality with long support lifecycle

• Compact, tool-free chassis fits tight workspaces

• Excellent price-to-performance — ideal refurbished value

• Windows 11 readiness with BIOS/firmware updates

• Wide third-party support for parts and upgrades