"The strong processor for such a small system is remarkable, it makes the system a strong competitor for top office desktop..."
Karim Beerahee
The 960 model of the OptiPlex line is designed for IT professionals, it occupies a mere square foot of desk space, comes fully customisable with a clean professional case and some of the latest technology as default.
There are three incarnations, the desktop, mini tower and small form factor, if you are in to do it yourself construction, the mini tower comes with more custom options available.
What we like best
The strong processor for such a small system is remarkable, it makes the system a strong competitor for top office desktop. For a strong and fast system the 960 is an excellent choice of equipment. For professional use the system is secure, quiet and boasts some of the more up to date technologies available.
The four CPU core makes it possible to use multiple screens which is fast becoming necessary in work places to observe a wealth of information simultaneously.
Dell are systematically become a greener and greener computer provider, the Optiplex line has the highest EPEAT gold standard certificate. These machines run to 90% efficiency which is outstanding for such powerful systems.
What we like least
The standard version of the 960 only comes with 80 Gb memory, with the base price so high you would really expect better, it can be upgraded but at added cost. This may not be such a problem due to external hard drives etc. but with such powerful processing capabilities the upgrade to the memory is really a wise choice.
The 960 is very highly rated as a business PC, getting the most professionally out of this system is easy, it comes with a selection of old and new ports, downgrade rights to earlier operating systems so running some older apps and hardware is not a problem.
The cost does soar if you insist on the latest customisations, but when does it not? With the options available you can take this desktop in whatever direction you desire for professional use and it will serve admirably.
Processor Speed
TBC
Processor
Intel Core 2 Quad with Intel vPro
RAM
Up to 16 Gb 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
Screen Size
NA
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA NVS 420 Quad Monitor
Hard Drive Storage
Up to 320 Gb 7200 RPM SATA II Hard Drive
Battery
NA
Multimedia
PS2
Display port
Serial
Microphone
Headphone jack
Ports
1 x VGA
10 x USB 2.0
1 x RJ-45
1 x eSATA
Weight & Size
90mm (W) x 290mm (H) x 320mm (D)
10.43kg (small form factor)
Connectivity
Ethernet
Wireless LAN
Operating System
Windows 7 Ultimate 32-bit
Dell OptiPlex 960 is one of the best business desktops available on the market, it is available in three formats each more space saving ten the last, it is also fully upgradable, so depending on where you need the power and willing to part with the money means this computer can be a true powerhouse if your office so requires it.
Dell OptiPlex 960
One of the processors that the Dell OptiPlex 960 comes with is the Intel Quad-ccore, this allows for maximum multitasking capability, most offices give you two screens so you can run applications to your heart’s content on the Dell OptiPlex 960 and it won’t slow down one jot.
Dell OptiPlex 960 is also rated Gold Standard EPEAT, this means it is one of the most energy efficient machines available, and considering the raw power capable on the Dell OptiPlex 960, that’s quite an amicable feat.
If you want to find out more about its features, read the PC Site Dell OptiPlex 960 review.
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