Dell Precision 3530, Core i5, 8th generation, 8gb ram, 256gb ssd

📦 System Configuration

🧠 Processor

• Intel Core i5‑8300H or i5‑8400H (quad-core, 8 threads)

• Base clock ≈ 2.3 GHz (8300H) or 2.5 GHz, Turbo Boost up to ≈ 3.9 GHz

• 8 MB Intel SmartCache

• Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630

• Available NVIDIA Quadro P600 or P1000 dedicated GPU options (not included in this config)

🧩 Memory

• 8 GB DDR4‑2666 MHz (1 × 8 GB SO‑DIMM)

• Two SO‑DIMM slots total (one free)

• Supports up to 32 GB (dual-channel when both slots used)

💾 Storage

• 256 GB M.2 SSD (typically PCIe NVMe; SATA M.2 version possible on some models)

• Additional 2.5″ drive bay available for expansion

🖥️ Display

• 15.6″ available options:

  • HD (1366 × 768) non-touch

  • Full HD (1920 × 1080) non-touch

  • Full HD (1920 × 1080) touch-enabled

  • Optional FHD with integrated PrivacyGuard or UHD 4K panel

🎨 Graphics

• Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630

• No dedicated GPU in this configuration, but Precision-class NVIDIA Quadro options available on some SKUs

🔊 Audio & Webcam

• Stereo speakers with Waves MaxxAudio Pro

• Dual-array digital microphones

• 720p HD webcam; optional IR camera available on certain configurations

🌐 Connectivity

• Wi‑Fi 802.11ac (2×2) + Bluetooth 4.2/5.0 combo

• Optional LTE/4G WWAN module with SIM tray

• Gigabit Ethernet (RJ‑45) port

🔌 Ports

• 2 × USB‑A 3.1 Gen 1

• 1 × USB‑A 2.0

• 1 × USB‑C with DisplayPort alt‑mode (no Thunderbolt 3 unless optioned)

• 1 × HDMI 1.4

• micro‑SD card reader (config-dependent)

• Headset combo jack

• Optional Smart Card reader

• Noble or Kensington lock slot

🔐 Security Features

• TPM 2.0

• Optional fingerprint reader and IR camera for Windows Hello

• Optional Smart Card reader

• Chassis intrusion switch

🔋 Battery & Power

• Typically equipped with a 4‑cell 68 Wh battery; 3‑cell 42 Wh option available

• Includes 130 W or 180 W AC adapter, depending on GPU configuration

🛠️ Chassis & Durability

• Aluminum-reinforced chassis with carbon-fiber palm rest

• Classified as a mobile workstation

• Tested to MIL‑STD‑810G standards

🖥️ Operating System

• Ships with Windows 10 Pro 64‑bit

• Certified for leading Linux distributions on workstation hardware

🔧 Upgrade & Expansion Options

• Add a second RAM stick to reach up to 32 GB (dual-channel enabled)

• Install a 2.5″ HDD or another SSD for additional storage

• Optionally add a dedicated NVIDIA Quadro GPU (P600/P1000) in customizable SKUs

• Add LTE/4G WWAN module with SIM tray

• Upgrade battery to the 68 Wh version for longer unplugged use