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DELL Optiplex 7060 SFF Desktop Computer PC | Intel 8th Gen i7-8700 (6 Core) | Built-in WiFi & Bluetooth | Windows 11 Pro | Wireless Keyboard & Mouse(Renewed)
System ram type: ddr4_sdram
Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: I love this desktop and TekRefurbs is amazing!
Review: The Short Version: (Please skip this as it has spoilers if you prefer to read ‘The Long Version’.)16 GB RAM, 1 TB M.2 SSD. I noticed a vibration from the CPU fan and contacted TekRefurbs and they are shipping me a new fan. Their response time was quick and they were eager to make sure I was a satisfied customer. I added 16 GB more RAM, a 2.5 inch SSD, a low-profile graphics card (supports up to 3 monitors), and a dual M.2 card along with 2 more M.2 SSDs. With the 2 DP ports and HDMI port on the motherboard, I ACTUALLY RAN 6 MONITORS (all at once) while streaming 6 different videos on YouTube. I picked this up to replace my DELL Optiplex 9020 which is too old for Windows 11. (As of now, Microsoft has stated that they will be ending their support for Win 10 by the end of 2024.) Running Crystal Disk Mark I got transfer rates of 1.7 GBps (read) and 1.1 GBps (write) on the SSD that came with the computer and 2 GBps (read) and 1.6 GBps (write) on the HP M.2 SSD I added. **UPDATE: I replaced one of my M.2 SSDs with a fanxiang S660 4TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD and now get the following speeds (read) 3.5 GBps and (write) 3.1 GBps. They actually make faster M.2s but they far exceed the capability of the motherboard.I’m thrilled with both the computer and customer service couldn’t be happier with this purchase.The Long Version:I have purchased over 1,000 items from Amazon over the past decade and I only give reviews on the best (or the worst) items I have ordered. The renewed DELL Optiplex 7060 SFF I got from TekRefurbs is amazing and so is their customer support. (I had a little vibration with the CPU fan and I sent them a message about it, they replied the next business day and offered to send a replacement.) Awesome service!With Microsoft stating that they will be ending their support for Windows 10 towards the end of 2024, I decided to replace my Optiplex 9020 SFF (not Win 11 compatible) now, rather than wait for a possible shortage of affordable/renewed Win 11 computers in the future. (As of now, the vast majority of people are still running Win 10.)The model that I got was the 16 GB/ 1 TB version (other variants may be sold by different vendors). When I opened the box (and even the case) it looked like it was brand new, I couldn’t find even the smallest amount of dust anywhere. Included with the desktop was a free wireless mouse & keyboard and a few BT & WiFi dongles in addition to the built-in features from the motherboard itself. (Even without the dongles, I still have BT & WiFi connectivity.) **Models sold by TekRefurbs come with the built-in M.2 WiFi card which supports both 5 & 2.4 Ghz but for the fun of it I replaced it with the AX210 WiFi 6E Card M.2 NGFF and connected it to the 2 internal antennas.Display Support: While some desktops (from other sellers) only have 2 Display Ports (DP) and either a VGA port (or missing the 3rd port), mine came with 2 DPs and an HDMI port. (Nice touch!) While being able to connect to 3 monitors (off of the motherboard) is nice, I added an inexpensive VisionTek Products Radeon 6350 SFF 1GB DDR3 3M DMS59 with 2X DVI-I to VGA Adapter Graphics Card that adds support for an additional 3 monitors AND I RAN A TOTAL OF 6 MONITORS AT ONCE while streaming different videos on each monitor. Granted, I’m not a gamer so I’m not concerned with Frames Per Second (FPS) but it did actually work (I normally just run 3 monitors stacked vertically – one on top of each other).Storage Capacity (hard drives): This model, like most of the DELL SFF cases have 3 SATA ports and the newer models have a space for an M.2 SSD. The model I purchased came with a 1 GB M.2 SSD and the DVD drive and the cables were provided to connect a second hard drive as well. There is room for a 3.5 inch hard drive or you can get an adapter to mount the smaller 2.5 inch drive if you wish (there are adapters that can hold up to three 2.5 inch drives in a single 3.5 inch slot). But why settle for just one additional hard drive when you can have a total of FOUR HARD DRIVES? Thanks to the Dual M.2 PCIE Adapter for SATA or PCIE NVMe SSD with Advanced Heat Sink Solution,M.2 SSD NVME (m Key) and SATA (b Key) 22110 2280 2260 2242 2230 to PCI-e x 4 Host Controller Expansion Card, you can have up to 3 M.2 SSDs plus one 2.5 inch SSD. ***You can also get the M.2 NVME to PCIe 3.0 x4 Adapter with Aluminum Heatsink Solution (single M.2 slot) and add up to two additional 2.5 inch SSDs. I actually recommend getting this card instead of the one I purchased because the second M.2 slot has to connect to one of the SATA ports from the motherboard so the transfer speed is the same as if you connected a 2.5 inch SSD (which are cheaper). Running Crystal Disk Mark I got transfer rates of 1.7 GBps (read) and 1.1 GBps (write) on the M.2 SSD that came with the computer and 2 GBps (read) and 1.6 GBps (write) on the HP M.2 SSD I added.RAM: The model I purchased came with 16 GB RAM (two 8 GB chips) which was nice because I added an additional 16 GB RAM for a small price. (32 GB is more than enough RAM for most applications.)Free Extras: The extra dongles, mouse and keyboard are nice touches and pretty good quality as well. I admit that I haven’t tested them because I used a lighted keyboard (wired) and Logitech Trackball.Summary: Whether you are using the computer ‘as is’ or you want to upgrade it, this is an excellent choice for an affordable and (still) powerful system that will carry you through the Windows 11 lifespan (and probably beyond). Despite this being the Small Form Factor (SFF) model, there is room to add a (low profile) graphics card, USB-C 3.2 card, M.2 card or whatever you wish. (Just be mindful of the power requirements of the graphics cards - this comes with a 200 watt power supply.)

Reviewer: Thomas Herring
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Fast computer
Review: I thought the power cord was forgotten, but the seller pointed out it was inside the keyboard box! The computer started quickly and looks like never used. Thank you!

Reviewer: CoolNJ
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Sold by TekRefurbs
Review: Dear sir or mam, There is an issue, With your defective computer.Hijacking!!! My private identification & information data. Is captured. And trapped!! inside. Of this broken computer. And I am not. Comfortable. Sending my private data. Out of America.HOW? Do you suggest. Removing. My PRIVATE IDENTIFICATION . Data from. A broken computer. That wont turn on.I want you. to know. I was so upset. Your device hijacked!! My data.I purchased. A brand new dell. To see. If I could get. My data. Out of. Your defective unit.No luck... The data. Is captured.I can give you. A copy. Of my receipt. From dell.The only solution. I can offer. Before contacting. Amazon security. Complaining about :A new kind of: Data theft scam. Where in; Some company. Would sell their victim. A used computer cheap. That has a pre-loaded script. To turn. Itself off.“” DIRECTLY AFTER; The victim enters. Their private identification info.””Like just happened. To me. With this computer.I SUGGEST. YOU REFUND. MY AMAZON GIFT CARD. IN FULL.AND TAKE THE LOSS. BECAUSE YOU CAN NOT. HAVE. MY PRIVAT DATA.If it helps. I can send. You photos. Of me destroying. Your data theft device.

Reviewer: Chandler
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great for daily browsing or....
Review: So I only bought this mainly to use as a "server" used for Minecraft for a group of my buddies and myself. Long story short ITS GREAT! fast enough to get Internet browsers open and transfer to another site as long as your Wi-Fi is good. The amount of storage you have for a server in general is crazy the amount of mods you can put on here and just run with your server is crazy 🤣. Cheap especially for a good CPU and amount of ram(32 gigs DDR4 which is as much as most mid to high end gaming pcs have). Can recommend. Only thing I wish they would do is not cheap out and at least update some of the specs like the CPU cooler so it's not as loud other than that GREAT

Reviewer: ruth jennings
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Outstanding PC. Great value for money spent.
Review: Been using this for a couple of weeks now with no issues. I may buy some more RAM but not really needed. I use it for streaming, games & personal use. I have it set up to my 65" TV as a monitor & split screens. So a lot of time I have streaming, games, social media & other tabs going at once. The only problem was the keyboard/mouse that came with it. Keyboard layout made it hard to hit enter (seemed to be far away from letters). Mouse acted up & wouldn't click right. I had another one, so didn't ask company to exchange.

Reviewer: Kris J Jones
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great Computer!
Review: This computer was easy to hookup and has a quick startup. I have not used it very much yet. However, I am very optimistic that I am going to love it. The tower is smaller than I thought it would be, which is great. You will not be disappointed if you purchase it!!

Reviewer: Mitch Cornwall
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Don't let it stop you because it's refurbished
Review: Do not let the fact that this is a refurbished computer stop you from purchasing a computer from this seller. I am very pleased with the unit I bought and it has performed flawlessly since I got it.I did have a small issue in that it didn't have the hardware to support WiFi or Bluetooth and those were two features I really wanted to have. I reached out to the buyer and immediately the responded with two options which were they would send me a shipping label to send the unit back to have them installed or if I felt confident to install them myself they would ship me the need parts. I chose to have them ship out the parts and they send a couple just in case I had issues. Everything worked as it should and I couldn't be happier with the outcome. I chose this company because of similar reviews pointing out their excellent customer service and they lived up to everyone of the reviews I read.If you are on the fence, buy with confidence that they will ensure you get what you paid for which is a quality machine that will work as if it were brand new for a fraction of the cost.

Reviewer: Alejandro Olvera
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Lleva un mes de uso y va perfecto, espero que siga así. Recomendada 100%

Reviewer: Antonio Olvera G
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: La pc funciona bien, muy rapida solamente que la publicacion establece viene con mouse y teclado inalambricos, y me enviarion uno alambrico, y no hay manera de reclamar, solo devolviendo todo el producto, no revisan las publicaciones antes de enviar. A los 45 días dejò de funcionar, tras varios intentos encendiò de nuevo, mejor la regresé , no es confiable

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Customers like the functionality, speed, and value of the computer. They mention it works great, has a quick startup, and is good value for the money. Some also appreciate the ease of setup. However, some customers have reported that the computer never boots up and dislike the build-in WiFi and HDMI port. Opinions differ on the build quality.

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