HP Compaq Elite 8300SFF Business Desktop i5-3470 4GB 256GB SSD DVD-RW No OS Wty

HP Compaq Elite 8300 SFF — i5-3470, 4GB, 256GB SSD

The HP Compaq Elite 8300 Small Form Factor pairs a quad-core Intel Core i5-3470 with 4GB DDR3 RAM, a fast 256GB SSD and a DVD-RW writer. It ships with no operating system installed, ready for Linux, a corporate image or your own licence. Backed by a 12-month Reboot IT warranty.

Key Benefits

• SSD Fitted — Not a Hard Drive: The 256GB solid-state drive is the difference between a desktop that feels its age and one that boots in seconds. Silent, shock-resistant and far more responsive than a mechanical drive.
• Quad-Core i5-3470: 3.2GHz base with 3.6GHz Turbo Boost across four cores — genuine desktop silicon that still handles office workloads comfortably.
• No OS — Install What You Need: Ships clean. Deploy Linux, apply a corporate image or use your own volume licence rather than paying for software you would overwrite.
• DVD-RW Writer Fitted: Read and burn discs for OS installs, backups and legacy media — useful when a USB boot key is not convenient.
• Dual Monitor Support: DisplayPort and VGA outputs drive two screens at once, which is the cheapest genuine productivity upgrade most offices can make.
• Four DIMM Slots for Cheap Upgrades: DDR3 is inexpensive and the chassis has four slots. Moving from 4GB to 8GB or 16GB costs very little and noticeably extends the machine's useful life.

Performance in Use

This configuration puts the money where it counts most on a machine of this generation: the storage. A 256GB SSD means boot to desktop in seconds, applications that launch on the first click, and no waiting on the disk during everyday work. For reception desks, admin stations, school labs and back-office terminals, the difference against a hard-drive build is immediately obvious to whoever uses it.

The i5-3470 provides four Ivy Bridge cores at 3.2GHz. Documents, spreadsheets, PDF workflows, line-of-business applications and web use all run without complaint. Modern single-thread performance has moved on, but for the roles these machines fill the processor has never been the constraint.

The 4GB of memory is the honest limitation here. It handles a focused workload well — one application in front, a browser alongside — but a modern browser with many tabs will fill it. With four DDR3 DIMM slots and memory of this generation costing very little, going to 8GB or 16GB is a quick, cheap upgrade that pairs well with the SSD already fitted.

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this come with Windows installed?

No — this unit ships with no operating system. It is compatible with Windows 10 if you hold a licence, and with most Linux distributions including Ubuntu, Linux Mint and Debian.

Will it run Windows 11?

Not officially. The Core i5-3470 is a 3rd Generation processor and falls outside Microsoft's supported CPU list for Windows 11. Windows 10 or Linux are the practical options.

Is 4GB of RAM enough?

For a focused single-application workload, yes. For heavy browser use you will want more — and with four DDR3 DIMM slots, adding memory is inexpensive and takes a few minutes.

Can I install from the DVD drive?

Yes. The DVD-RW drive is fully functional and will boot a Windows or Linux installation disc. USB installation also works if you prefer.

Does it support two monitors?

Yes. DisplayPort and VGA outputs run two displays at once. A DisplayPort-to-HDMI adapter works if your monitor only has HDMI.

Is a keyboard, mouse or monitor included?

No. This listing is for the desktop unit only. We can quote separately on refurbished monitors and peripherals if you need a complete setup.

What are the shipping arrangements?

Shipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout.