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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)
DELL Optiplex 7060 SFF Desktop Computer PC | Intel 8th Gen i7-8700 (6 Core) | 16GB DDR4 Ram 256GB NVMe M.2 SSD | Built-in WiFi & Bluetooth | Windows 11 Pro | Wireless Keyboard & Mouse(Renewed)
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 âThe Long Versionâ.)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.Iâm thrilled with both the computer and customer service couldnât 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 couldnât 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, Iâm not a gamer so Iâm not concerned with Frames Per Second (FPS) but it did actually work (I normally just run 3 monitors stacked vertically â 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 havenât tested them because I used a lighted keyboard (wired) and Logitech Trackball.Summary: Whether you are using the computer âas isâ 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: Priscilla Dawson
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Piece of JUNK. Supplier CNB Computers uncooperative.
Review: Amazon has been very helpful, but this computer and the supplier CNB Computers are JUNK! The first one (yes, Amazon did an extra replacement) I couldn't get anything to come up. The computer came with ZERO paperwork, no information, no instructions at all, including no name or contact of the supplier.The second one after 2 days working with it and contacting CNB Computers (by email, no one there I talked to speaks English as their first language. I think it was French, but I could not understand them. I finally got the second one running after 2 days working with it, but when I tried to go online, it refused to let me download Google Chrome or Adobe Creative Suite. The JUNK Microsoft Edge browser keep crashing and giving error messages. I tried rebooting the computer, it totally died. CNB computers gave several suggestions, none of which worked. Then they wanted me to send me my phone number which was already in the email string multiple times - can they not read!Amazon is great, they are refunding my complete cost. CNB owes me several days labor which I will never see. Now I will see about ordering a new machine.DO NOT BUY A REFURBISHED COMPUTER!
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 ð¤£. 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: foghorn
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Good as New!
Review: The PC was precisely as described in the sales page. Physically it looks as good as new. It had a brand new Windows 11 Pro installation. Everything runs as expected. I consider this an excellent bargain - so I just ordered a 2nd one.
Reviewer: RetiredInAz
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Quick Shipping-Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Included-Start-Up Executed Flawlessly
Review: This was my second try at getting a renewed desktop computer. I don't recall the name of the first company that supposedly refurbished and tested the first computer, but it didn't even boot up. Needless to say, I was a bit leery of trying another "used" computer.The new-to-me computer from STG USA arrived quicker than originally promised. It was packaged like it was new and included a wireless keyboard and mouse. I plugged everything in, crossed my fingers and turned it on. The computer booted up immediately and the case fan was super quiet. The Windows 11 program ran through all the set up routines that took around 30 minutes. I had my files on a portable hard drive to make installing the data easy.I did a clean install of all the other programs since I was stepping up from Windows 10 to Windows 11. By the end of the evening, the computer was ready to go. And GO it did. The processor was much faster than my former desktop at executing programs. The speed was only hindered my my internet provider. The small form factor gave me extra room and the extra USB 3 ports are great to have.Moral of this story is to shop carefully, be aware of the company doing the refurbishing and don't be afraid to go "Renewed"!!
Reviewer: francisco
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Excelente equipo, con hardware más que suficiente para lo que la uso, probando el software...
Reviewer: Alejandro Olvera
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Lleva un mes de uso y va perfecto, espero que siga asÃ. 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 dÃas 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 a good value for the money. Some are also happy with the ease of setup. However, some customers have reported issues with powering on the computer, dislike the build-in WiFi, and HDMI port. Opinions differ on the build quality.
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