Dell OptiPlex 5060 Small Form Factor Setup Guide and Specifications Manual
Summary
Setup and specifications guide for the Dell OptiPlex 5060 Small Form Factor desktop (regulatory model D11S, type D11S004, September 2021 revision A01), covering computer setup, chassis front and back views with port identification, and detailed system specifications including processor options, memory configurations, storage devices, expansion slots, and power supply details. Provides complete hardware reference for IT administrators deploying and maintaining this business desktop platform.
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Dell Opti Plex 5060 Small Form Factor Setup and specifications guide
Regulatory Model: D11S Regulatory Type: D11S004 September 2021 Rev. A01
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Dell Opti Plex 5060 Small Form Factor Setup and specifications guide Regulatory Model: D11S Regulatory Type: D11S004 September 2021 Rev. A01
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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............................................
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Updating the BIOS in Windows................................................................................................................................26 Updating the BIOS in Linux and Ubuntu.......
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Set up your computer 1. Connect the keyboard and mouse. 2. Connect to your network using a cable, or connect to a wireless network. 3. Connect the display. Set up your computer
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NOTE: If you ordered your computer with a discrete graphics card, the HDMI and the display ports on the back panel of your computer are covered. Connect the display to the discrete graphics card. 4. C...
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a. Connect to a network. b. Sign-in to your Microsoft account or create a new account. 7. Locate Dell apps. Table 1. Locate Dell apps Dell Apps Description Register your computer Dell Help & Suppo...
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Chassis This chapter illustrates the multiple chassis views along with the ports and connectors and also explains the FN hot key combinations. Topics: Front view Back view Front view 1. Optical drive ...
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Back view 1. Line-out port 2. Serial Port (optional) 3. Display Port/HDMI 2.0b/VGA/USB Type-C Alt-Mode 4. Display Ports (2) (optional) 5. Service tag 6. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (4) 7. USB 2.0 ports (2) (s...
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System 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 your c...
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Table 2. Processor specifications (continued) Type UMA Graphics Intel Core i5-8500 (6 Cores/9MB/6T/up to 4.1GHz/65W); Intel UHD Graphics 630 supports Windows 10/Linux Intel Core i5-8600 (6 Cores/9MB/6...
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Table 4. Storage specifications (continued) Type Form factor Interface Capacity PCIe NVMe Class 40 Self Encrypting Opal 2.0 Solid State Drive Class 20 Self Encrypting Opal 2.0 Solid State Drive One 3....
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Audio Table 7. Audio specifications Detail Specification Controller Realtek ALC3234 Type Integrated Speakers Internal speaker (mono) Interface Headset port/Universal audio jack port (Front) Lineout po...
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Table 8. Video (continued) Controller Type CPU Dependency Gr Capacity External Number of Maximum ap display display resolution hic support supported me mo ry typ 4096x2160@60 Hz Communications Table 9...
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System board connectors Table 11. System board connectors M.2 Connectors 1 - 2230/2280 (Support SATA & PCIe interface) M.2 Connectors 1 - 2230 (keyed to support Integrated or Discrete Wi Fi, Suppo...
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Security Table 16. Security Security Types Tower/ Small form factor/ Micro Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Integrated on system board 2.01,2 Firmware TPM Optional Windows Hello support Optional via secu...
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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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Table 18. Navigation keys (continued) Keys Navigation Down arrow Moves to the next field. Enter Selects a value in the selected field (if applicable) or follow the link in the field. Spacebar Expands ...
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Table 19. General (continued) Option Description Boot Sequence Allows you to specify the order in which the computer attempts to find an operating system from the devices specified in this list. Advan...
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Table 20. System Configuration (continued) Option Description Enable Front USB Ports Enable Rear USB Ports All the options are enabled by default. Front USB Configuration Allows you to enable or disab...
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Table 22. Security (continued) Option Description Internal HDD-0 Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the computer’s internal HDD. Strong Password This option lets you enable or disable stro...
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Table 22. Security (continued) Option Description SMM Security Mitigation Allows you to enable or disable additional UEFI SMM Security Mitigation protections. This option is not set by default. Secure...
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Performance Table 25. Performance Option Description Multi Core Support This field specifies whether the process has one or all cores enabled. The performance of some applications improves with the ad...
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Table 26. Power Management (continued) Option Description Enabled in S5 only Enabled in S4 and S5 Disabled (by default). Fan Control Override This field determines the speed of the fan. When enabled t...
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Manageability Table 28. Manageability Option Description USB provision This option is not selected by default. MEBx Hotkey This option is selected by default. Virtualization support Table 29. Virtuali...
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Table 31. Maintenance (continued) Option Description SERR Messages Controls the SERR message mechanism. This option is set by default. Some graphics cards require that the SERR message mechanism be di...
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4. Select the operating system installed on your computer. 5. In the Category drop-down list, select BIOS. 6. Select the latest version of BIOS, and click Download to download the BIOS file for your c...
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AC power adapter that is connected to the computer Functional computer battery to flash the BIOS Perform the following steps to perform the BIOS update flash process from the F12 menu: CAUTION: Do not...
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Deleting or changing an existing system setup password Ensure that the Password Status is Unlocked (in the System Setup) before attempting to delete or change the existing System and/or Setup password...
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Software This chapter details the supported operating systems along with instructions on how to install the drivers. Topics: Supported operating systems Downloading drivers Network adapter drivers Aud...
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Audio drivers Verify if the audio drivers are already installed in the computer. Display adapter Verify if the display adapter drivers are already installed in the system. Security drivers Verify if t...
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Other device drivers Verify if the following drivers are already installed in the system. UCM Client Software
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Universal Serial Bus Controller Software components Ports (COM and LPT) Mice and other pointing devices Firmware Software
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Getting help Topics: Contacting Dell Contacting Dell NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell prod...
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| Brand | Dell |
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| Pages | 34 |
| File Size | 1.60 MB |
| Published | June 18, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find specific drivers for my OptiPlex 5060?
On Dell.com/support, enter your Service Tag or manually browse for your desktop model to access the Drivers and Downloads section.
What are the key areas covered in this guide?
The guide covers setup procedures, chassis details, system specifications (like processor, memory, storage), BIOS setup, physical dimensions, and security.
How do I install a necessary driver if it’s not pre-installed?
Download the file from the support site, save it, double-click the icon, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Where can I find contact information for Dell support?
You can visit Dell.com/support and select your support category, ensuring you verify your country or region first.