{"product_id":"hp-compaq-elite-8300-sff-business-desktop-i5-3470-8gb-250gb-ssd-dvd-rw-no-os-wty","title":"HP Compaq Elite 8300 SFF Business Desktop i5-3470 8GB 250GB SSD DVD-RW No OS Wty","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;line-height:1.7;color:#222;max-width:700px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;border-bottom:2px solid #0060a9;padding-bottom:8px;margin-top:0;\"\u003eHP Compaq Elite 8300 SFF — i5-3470 4GB 250GB HDD, No OS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HP Compaq Elite 8300 Small Form Factor is a proven, business-grade desktop built around Intel's 3rd Gen Core i5-3470 processor. With 4GB DDR3 RAM, a 250GB HDD, DVD-RW drive, and DisplayPort output, it ships with no operating system installed — making it ideal for Linux deployments, corporate volume-licence rollouts, or re-imaging with your own OS. Backed by a 12-month Reboot IT warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntel i5-3470 Quad-Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.2GHz base (3.6GHz turbo) with 4 cores handles everyday office workloads, web browsing, and document work reliably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo OS — Your Choice of System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships clean with no operating system. Install Linux, deploy Windows via your corporate licence, or use a free imaging solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDVD-RW Optical Drive Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install OS directly from disc — no USB boot key required. The optical drive also handles data discs and media playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Monitor Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e DisplayPort and VGA outputs allow simultaneous dual-monitor setups for increased productivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable to 16GB RAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Current 4GB DDR3 is enough for basic use — drop in additional DIMMs to extend the life of the machine as needs grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact SFF Footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard small form factor fits under a desk or in a server room without taking up full-tower space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;\"\u003ePerformance in Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe i5-3470 is a four-core Ivy Bridge processor — a solid workhorse for document work, spreadsheets, basic web browsing, and line-of-business applications. It won't compete with modern processors on raw speed, but for organisations that need a reliable, manageable desktop at a low price point, the 8300 SFF has proven durability and broad driver support across most modern Linux distributions and Windows versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 4GB of DDR3 RAM the unit is best suited to single-user, task-focused workloads. Upgrading to 8GB is inexpensive and keeps the machine viable for longer. The 250GB HDD provides ample storage for most office use; the M.2 slot (where present) or SATA bay can accommodate an SSD upgrade if faster boot times are a priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnectivity is practical: dual monitor support via DisplayPort + VGA, front USB 2.0 for peripherals, rear USB 3.0 for fast storage, and a standard RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port. The DVD-RW drive remains useful for OS installs from disc, burning backups, and accessing legacy media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f5ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;width:40%;\"\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003eIntel Core i5-3470, 3.2GHz (3.6GHz Turbo), 4-core \/ 4-thread, 6MB cache\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eMemory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003e4GB DDR3 DIMM (max 16GB, 4 x DIMM slots)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f5ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003e250GB HDD (3.5\" SATA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eOptical Drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003eDVD-RW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f5ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eOperating System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003eNo OS installed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eGraphics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003eIntel HD Graphics (integrated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f5ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eVideo Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003e1x DisplayPort, 1x VGA (dual monitor support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003ePorts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003e2x USB 2.0 (front), 4x USB 3.0 (rear), RJ-45, Audio in\/out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f5ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eChipset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003eIntel Q77\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003eSmall Form Factor (SFF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f5ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003e12 months (Reboot IT)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;\"\u003eIs It Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;background:#e8f0fb;color:#0060a9;text-align:left;width:50%;\"\u003eBest For ✓\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;background:#fdf0f0;color:#c0392b;text-align:left;width:50%;\"\u003eNot For ✗\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eLinux users looking for a budget, well-supported desktop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eUsers who need Windows pre-installed and ready to go\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eIT departments with volume licences deploying multiple units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eGaming or graphics-intensive workloads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eBudget-conscious buyers happy to source their own OS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eUsers needing fast NVMe SSD performance (HDD only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eSchool labs, reception desks, or basic kiosk setups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003ePower users needing 16GB+ RAM out of the box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;\"\u003eCondition Grades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;background:#e8f0fb;color:#0060a9;text-align:left;width:30%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;background:#e8f0fb;color:#0060a9;text-align:left;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eA — Excellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003eMinimal cosmetic marks. Fully functional and tested. Looks near-new at normal viewing distance.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eB — Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid #dde5f0;\"\u003eLight wear, scuffs, or sticker residue. Fully functional and tested. Cosmetically used but performs identically to Grade A.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eDoes this come with Windows installed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eNo — this unit ships with no operating system installed. You will need to install your own OS. It is compatible with Windows 10, Windows 11 (with a TPM upgrade), and most Linux distributions including Ubuntu, Linux Mint, and Debian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eCan I install Windows using the DVD drive?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eYes — the DVD-RW drive is fully functional and can be used to boot from a Windows or Linux installation disc. You can also boot from a USB drive if preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eCan I upgrade the RAM or storage?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eYes — the 8300 SFF supports up to 16GB DDR3 across 4 x DIMM slots. The 250GB HDD can be replaced with a SATA SSD for faster performance. Both upgrades are straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eDoes this support dual monitors?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eYes — there is one DisplayPort output and one VGA output, allowing you to run two monitors simultaneously. A DisplayPort-to-HDMI adapter can be used if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eWhat are the shipping arrangements?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eThis unit ships as a freight item. Shipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eIs this covered by a warranty?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eYes — every unit includes a 12-month warranty from Reboot IT. We are a Melbourne-based IT specialist with over 20 years of experience. If anything fails within 12 months, we fix it or replace it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:20px;\"\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Trust\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #0060a9;padding:12px 16px;background:#f0f5ff;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e12-Month Reboot IT Warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eEvery HP Compaq Elite 8300 SFF sold by Reboot IT includes a 12-month warranty. 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