Dell OptiPlex 7080 Tower Setup Guide and Specifications Manual, User Handbook.
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The comprehensive setup and specifications guide for the OptiPlex 7080 Tower provides technical users, system administrators, and advanced DIY builders with complete operating knowledge of their computer. The manual details everything from physical chassis overview and detailed component specifications (processors, memory, ports) to essential software installation and troubleshooting. It covers critical topics including BIOS setup, security features, and recommended best practices for optimal performance, ensuring smooth implementation and maintenance of your workstation.
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Opti Plex 7080 Tower Setup and specifications guide
Regulatory Model: D28M Regulatory Type: D28M004 May 2020 Rev. A00
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Opti Plex 7080 Tower Setup and specifications guide Regulatory Model: D28M Regulatory Type: D28M004 May 2020 Rev. A00
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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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Post behavior................................................................................................................................................................ Manageability................
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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 Topics: Front view Back view System board Layout Front view 1. Hard-disk drive cover 2. Optical Disk Drive (optional) 3. Power button with diagnostic LED 4. SD 4.0 card reader (option...
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Back view 1. Line-out re-tasking Line-in audio port 2. Two Display Port 1.4 ports 3. Serial port 4. PS/2 port for keyboard 5. One USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port 6. Three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports 7. Two U...
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System board Layout 1. CPU power connector 2. Processor fan connector 3. Memory module connector 4. Power button connector 5. SD card reader connector 6. SATA0 connector (blue) 7. M.2 PCIe SSD connect...
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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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Chipset Table 3. Chipset Description Values Chipset Intel Q470 Processor 10th Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7/i9 DRAM bus width 64-bit (for single channel) Flash EPROM 32 MB PCIe bus Up to Gen 3.0 Non-...
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Table 4. Processors (continued) Processors Wattage Core Thre Speed Cache Integrated graphics GSP DG/CG count ad Ready cou nt No Yes 10th 65 W 2.9 GHz to 12 MB Intel UHD Graphics Generation 4.3 GHz Int...
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Platforms Qualified on specific versions of Windows 10 This website also includes a matrix of other platforms qualified on specific versions of Windows 10. Memory NOTE: A multiple-DIMM memory option i...
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Intel Optane memory Intel Optane memory functions only as a storage accelerator. It neither replaces nor adds to the memory (RAM) installed on your computer. NOTE: Intel Optane memory is supported on ...
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Table 7. Ports and connectors (continued) Description Values Security One Kensington security-cable slot Antenna Two SMA connectors (optional) Internal: Expansion One full-height PCIe x1 slot One full...
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Graphics and Video controller Table 10. Integrated graphics specifications Controller External display support Memory size Processor Intel UHD Graphics 630 Two Display Port 1.4 port Shared system memo...
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Storage Your computer supports one of the following configurations: One 2.5-inch hard-disk drive Two 2.5-inch hard-disk drives One 3.5-inch hard-disk drive One 2.5-inch hard-disk drive and one 3.5-inc...
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Table 14. Power ratings specifications (continued) Type 260 W (80 PLUS Bronze) 260 W (80 PLUS 360 W (80 PLUS 500 W (80 PLUS Platinum) Platinum) Platinum) Standby mode: Standby mode: Standby mode: Stan...
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Table 16. Data security (continued) Data security options Values Incident Management Retainer Supported Emergency Incident Response Supported Safe Data Supported Environmental Table 17. Environmental ...
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Table 19. Computer environment (continued) Description Operating Storage Relative humidity (maximum) 20% to 80% (non-condensing, Max dew 5% to 95% (non-condensing, Max dew point temperature = 26°C) po...
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Software This chapter details the supported operating systems along with instructions on how to install the drivers. Topics: Downloading Windows drivers Downloading Windows drivers Steps 1. Turn on th...
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System 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: Before you change BIO...
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Keys Navigation Spacebar Expands or collapses a drop-down list, if applicable. Tab Moves to the next focus area. Esc Moves to the previous page until you view the main screen. Pressing Esc in the main...
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System information Table 23. System Configuration Option Description Integrated NIC Allows you to control the onboard LAN controller. The option ‘Enable UEFI Network Stack’ is not selected by default....
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Table 24. Video Option Description Auto (default) Intel HD Graphics NOTE: If you do not select Auto, the on-board graphics device will be present and enabled. Security Table 25. Security Option Descri...
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Table 25. Security (continued) Option Description Permanently Disabled Chassis Intrusion This field controls the chassis intrusion feature. Choose any one of the options: Disabled (default) Enabled On...
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Intel Software Guard Extensions options Table 27. Intel Software Guard Extensions Option Description Intel SGX Enable This field specifies you to provide a secured environment for running code/storing...
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Power management Table 29. Power Management Option Description AC Recovery Determines how the system responds when AC power is re-applied after a power loss. You can set the AC Recovery to: Power Off ...
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Table 30. POST Behavior (continued) Option Description Minimal — The system boots quickly, unless the BIOS has been updated, memory changed, or the previous POST did not complete. Thorough — The syste...
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Wireless options Table 33. Wireless Option Description Wireless Device Enable Allows you to enable or disable the internal wireless devices. The options are: WLAN/Wi Gig Bluetooth All the options are ...
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Advanced configuration Table 36. Advanced configuration Option Description ASPM Allows you to set the ASPM level. Auto (default) - There is handshaking between the device and PCI Express hub to determ...
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Updating the BIOS in Linux and Ubuntu To update the system BIOS on a computer that is installed with Linux or Ubuntu, see the knowledge base article 000131486 at www.dell.com/support. Updating the BIO...
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Perform the following steps to perform the BIOS update flash process from the F12 menu: CAUTION: Do not turn off the computer during the BIOS update process. The computer may not boot if you turn off ...
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5. Press Y to save the changes. The computer restarts. Deleting or changing an existing system setup password Prerequisites Ensure that the Password Status is Unlocked (in the System Setup) before att...
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Getting help Topics: Contacting Dell Contacting Dell Prerequisites NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill...
Manual Details
| Brand | Dell |
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| Pages | 38 |
| File Size | 3.35 MB |
| Published | June 23, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I enter the System Setup?
To enter the System Setup, press F12 immediately after a power-on or reboot.
What steps should I follow to change system passwords?
Enter BIOS, select System Security, verify Password Status is Unlocked, and then update/delete both System and Setup Passwords.
Can I bypass the need for an active internet connection when contacting support?
Yes, if you lack an Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.