Dell OptiPlex 3080 Micro Setup Guide and Specifications
Summary
This document is the Setup and Specifications guide for the Dell OptiPlex 3080 Micro desktop computer. It covers computer setup procedures, chassis overview with front and back views, system board layout, and detailed technical specifications including dimensions, weight, chipset, processor options, memory, storage, video, audio, networking, ports, connectors, and expansion capabilities. The manual also includes information on operating system support, BIOS recovery, and troubleshooting. Targeted at end users and IT technicians who deploy and maintain OptiPlex 3080 Micro systems in office and enterprise environments.
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Opti Plex 3080 Micro Setup and Specifications
Regulatory Model: D14U Regulatory Type: D14U002 August 2021 Rev. A04
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Opti Plex 3080 Micro Setup and Specifications Regulatory Model: D14U Regulatory Type: D14U002 August 2021 Rev. A04
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Notes, cautions, and warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of d...
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Contents Chapter 1: Set up your computer...................................................................................................5 Chapter 2: Chassis overview...................................
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Wireless options............................................................................................................................................................31 Maintenance.................
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Set up your computer Steps 1. Connect the keyboard and mouse. 2. Connect to your network using a cable, or connect to a wireless network. Set up your computer
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3. Connect the display. 4. Connect the power cable. Set up your computer
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5. Press the power button. Set up your computer
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6. Finish Windows system setup. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. When setting up, Dell recommends that you: Connect to a network for Windows updates. NOTE: If connecting to a s...
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Table 1. Locate Dell apps (continued) Dell apps Details Support Assist Proactively checks the health of your computer’s hardware and software. NOTE: Renew or upgrade your warranty by clicking the warr...
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Chassis overview Front view 1. Power button with diagnostic LED 2. Hard-disk drive activity light 3. Universal audio jack port 4. Line-out port (retaskable Line-in) 5. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports (2) C...
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Back view 1. External antenna connectors 2. Serial/Video Port (Serial/PS2/DP 1.4/HDMI 2.0b/VGA) (optional) 3. USB 2.0 port with Smart Power on 4. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports (2) 5. Cable holder 6. Thum...
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System board Layout 1. M.2 WLAN connector 2. M.2 SSD PCIe connector 3. Coin-cell battery 4. Optional video connector (VGA Port/Display Port 1.4 Port/HDMI 2.0b Port) 5. Optional Keyboard and mouse seri...
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Technical specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. The following specifications are only those required by law to ship with your computer. For more information about the configuration of you...
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Processors NOTE: Global Standard Products (GSP) are a subset of Dell’s relationship products that are managed for availability and synchronized transitions on a worldwide basis. They ensure that the s...
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Table 4. Processors (continued) Processors Wattage Core Thre Speed Cache Integrated graphics GSP DG/CG count ad Ready cou nt 10th 35 W 2.0 GHz to 12 MB Intel UHD Graphics No Yes Generation 3.6 GHz Int...
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Table 5. Memory specifications (continued) Description Values Speed 2666 MHz for Celeron/Pentium/i3/i5 NOTE: Intel Celeron/Pentium/i3/i5 processor supports 3200 MHz speed but due to limitations the sp...
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Table 6. Ports and connectors (continued) Description Values SATA One SATA slots for 2.5-inch Hard-disk drive One M.2 2230 slot for Wi Fi and Bluetooth card One M.2 slot for 2280 PCIe solid-state driv...
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Table 9. Integrated graphics specifications (continued) Integrated graphics Controller External display support Memory size Processor Intel UHD Graphics 630 One HDMI 1.4 port (rear) Shared system memo...
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Table 11. Storage specifications (continued) Storage type Interface type Capacity 2.5-inch, 7200 RPM, hard-disk drive SATA 3.0 Up to 1 TB 2.5-inch, 7200 RPM, FIPS Self Encrypting Opal 2.0, SATA 3.0 50...
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Table 13. Data security (continued) Data security options Values Threat Detection and Response (TDR) Supported Managed Endpoint Detection and Response Supported Incident Management Retainer Supported ...
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Table 16. Computer environment Description Operating Storage Temperature range Relative humidity (maximum) 20% to 80% (non-condensing) 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Vibration (maximum)* 0.26 GRMS random ...
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Table 18. Accidental damage services (continued) Accidental Damage Services 5 Years Accidental Damage Service Technical specifications
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Software This chapter details the supported operating systems along with instructions on how to install the drivers. Downloading Windows drivers Steps 1. Turn on the . 2. Go to Dell.com/support. 3. Cl...
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BIOS setup CAUTION: Unless you are an expert computer user, do not change the settings in the BIOS Setup program. Certain changes can make your computer work incorrectly. NOTE: Depending on the comput...
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One time boot menu To enter one time boot menu, turn on your computer, and then press F12 immediately. NOTE: It is recommended to shutdown the computer if it is on. The one-time boot menu displays the...
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Table 20. System Configuration (continued) Option Description Disabled Enabled Enabled w/PXE (default) NOTE: Depending on the computer and its installed devices, the items that are listed in this sect...
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Security Table 22. Security Option Description Admin Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the admin password. System Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the system password. Inter...
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Table 22. Security (continued) Option Description Master Password Lockout Allows you to disable master password support. Hard Disk passwords need to be cleared before the settings can be changed. This...
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Table 24. Intel Software Guard Extensions (continued) Option Description 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB—Default Performance Table 25. Performance Option Description Multi Core Support This field specifies whether...
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Table 26. Power Management (continued) Option Description Auto On Time Sets time to automatically turn on the computer. Time is kept in standard 12-hour format (hour:minutes:seconds). Change the start...
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Table 27. POST Behavior (continued) Option Description Warnings and Errors This option causes the boot process to only pause when warning or errors are detected. Choose any one of the option: Prompt o...
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Table 30. Maintenance (continued) Option Description Data Wipe Allows you to securely erase data from all internal storage devices. Wipe on Next Boot This option is not set by default. BIOS Recovery B...
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Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS in Windows About this task CAUTION: If Bit Locker is not suspended before updating the BIOS, the next time you reboot the system it will not recognize the Bit Locke...
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Updating the BIOS from the F12 One-Time boot menu Update your computer BIOS using the BIOS update.exe file that is copied to a FAT32 USB drive and booting from the F12 One-Time boot menu. About this t...
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CAUTION: The password features provide a basic level of security for the data on your computer. CAUTION: Anyone can access the data that is stored on your computer if it is not locked and left unatten...
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Clearing BIOS (System Setup) and System passwords About this task To clear the system or BIOS passwords, contact Dell technical support as described at www.dell.com/contactdell. NOTE: For information ...
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Getting help and contacting Dell Self-help resources You can get information and help on Dell products and services using these self-help resources: Table 34. Self-help resources Self-help resources R...
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| Brand | Dell |
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| Pages | 37 |
| File Size | 2.42 MB |
| Published | June 23, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reset BIOS or system passwords?
Contact Dell technical support as described at www.dell.com/contactdell.
Where can I find specific drivers for my OptiPlex 3080 Micro?
Go to www.dell.com/support, select Support > Knowledge Base, and search for your specific driver.
How can I find my computer's unique identification?
Your computer is identified by a Service Tag or Express Service Code.
Where are contact details for Dell support located?
Visit www.dell.com/contactdell for sales, technical support, or customer service.