Dell OptiPlex 3060 SFF

What type of RAM does the Dell OptiPlex 3060 SFF support, and what is the maximum capacity?

It supports DDR4 SDRAM (non-ECC) at 2666 MHz, using two SO-DIMM slots. The maximum capacity is 32 GB (2 x 16 GB).

How many storage drives can I install, and what interfaces are available?

The system has one M.2 2230 slot for a Wi-Fi card only (not for storage), one SATA 6Gb/s port for a 2.5-inch drive, and one SATA 6Gb/s port for a 3.5-inch drive. It supports up to two SATA drives total.

Can I install an M.2 NVMe SSD in this PC?

No. The OptiPlex 3060 SFF does not have an M.2 slot for storage; the only M.2 slot is reserved for a Wi-Fi card. All storage must use SATA drives.

Which CPUs are compatible with the Dell OptiPlex 3060 SFF?

It uses an LGA 1151 socket and supports 8th and 9th generation Intel Core i3, i5, and i7 processors (e.g., i3-8100, i5-8500, i7-8700). It does not support 6th or 7th generation CPUs.

What form factor is this PC, and what are the upgrade constraints?

It is a Small Form Factor (SFF) desktop. The case limits drive bays to one 3.5-inch and one 2.5-inch, and the power supply is a proprietary 180W unit, restricting high-power GPU upgrades.

Can I add a dedicated graphics card?

Yes, it has one low-profile PCIe x16 slot, but the 180W power supply limits options to low-power cards (e.g., NVIDIA GT 1030 or AMD Radeon RX 550). No external power connectors are available.

Is the RAM upgradeable, and is it dual-channel capable?

Yes, both SO-DIMM slots are user-accessible. For dual-channel performance, install matched DDR4 modules in both slots (e.g., 2 x 8 GB).