Optiplex 3020 SFF Intel H81 Chipset LGA1155 Socket DDR3 SDRAM 2 Memory Slots Motherboard

VIP Systems

Chennai

₹ 3,000/Piece

★★★★★4.3 (9)

Product Specifications

Chipset: Intel
RAM Memory Technology: DDR3
Power Supply: 240W
Hard drive: 6 tb
Country of Origin: Made in India
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Product Description

OptiPlex 3020 SFF System Board – Intel H81 Chipset (LGA 1150)

Overview
A reliable, space-saving motherboard tailored for Dell OptiPlex 3020 Small‑Form‑Factor (SFF) desktops. Built around Intel's H81 chipset, with an LGA 1150 socket, it supports 4th‑generation Intel Core, Pentium, Celeron, and select Xeon CPUs—making it ideal for upgrading or replacing aging business PCs.

Key Specifications

Chipset & Socket
Intel H81 chipset with LGA 1150 socket, compatible with 2nd–4th gen Intel Core, Pentium, Celeron, and Ivy Bridge CPUs (with BIOS update)
Memory
- 2 × DDR3‑1600 SODIMM slots
- Supports up to 16 GB (8 GB × 2) — standard 2 × 4 GB up to 2 × 8 GB modules
- Expansion Slots
- 1 × PCIe® x16 (full-length)
- 1 × PCIe x1
Storage & Connectivity
- 2 × SATA III 6 Gb/s ports
- 2 × SATA II 3 Gb/s ports
- USB: 2 × USB 3.0 (rear), 6 × USB 2.0
Onboard Audio & Networking
- Integrated Realtek ALC269Q HD audio
- Intel 82579LM 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
Graphics Support
Utilizes integrated Intel HD Graphics (HD 4000/4400/4600 depending on CPU), supporting dual independent displays

Ideal Applications

Business productivity upgrades: Revive aging OptiPlex 3020 SFF desktops with modern 4th-gen Core i5/i7 or Xeon CPUs.
Compact workstation setups: Balanced performance in a small footprint—perfect for office, education, or home use.
Cost-effective replacements: OEM-quality part backed by quality refurbish/resell options,

Why Choose This Board?

Feature	Benefit
Narrow compatibility with OptiPlex 3020 SFF chassis	Quick, plug-and-play replacement
Robust support for USB 3.0 & SATA III	Enables use of fast SSDs and peripherals
Dual-channel DDR3 memory	Reliable performance and upgrade scalability
Low-profile PCIe x16 slot	Room for light GPU or expansion card installation
Proven OEM-quality build	Dell-standard reliability and OEM support continuity

Community Insights

Supports up to 16 GB DDR3‑1600 through two 8 GB modules
Compatible with Xeon E3‑series CPUs (e.g. E3‑1226 v3) — though BIOS support might vary

Installation Tips

Ensure BIOS is updated for 4th-gen or Xeon CPU compatibility.
Use Dell-standard low‑profile cooler to fit SFF thermal specs.
Pair with fast DDR3‑1600 SO‑DIMMs and a 2.5″ SATA III SSD for best performance.

Bottom line:
A quality, industry-standard replacement or upgrade board for OptiPlex 3020 SFF desktops — offering modern CPU support, integrated USB 3.0 and SATA III, plus essential OEM reliability in a compact form factor.