Dell Wyse 3040 thin client specs and price: New entry-level thin unit is pretty small, light and powerful

Dell has launched what the company calls its lightest, smallest and most power-efficient thin client. The Dell Wyse 3040 promises excellent performance and manageability when it comes to multitasking and basic productivity. The new thin client – which is compatible with Microsoft, VMware and Citrix virtual workspaces – offers an economical and secure endpoint solution that’s easy to deploy and manage.

Dell takes pride in the fact that the new Wyse 3040 is the first entry-level Intel x86-based quad-core thin client in the business that’s capable of delivering not only robust connectivity options, but operating systems as well. Users get to choose between the virus-resistant and ultra-secure Wyse ThinOS or the soon-to-be available ThinLinux when it comes to the Texas-based tech titan’s new unit. It’s the practical solution for users who are involved in various industries, even those that are considered as highly-regulated areas like healthcare, retail, education and finance.

“Our customers are looking for that ideal blend of security, performance, energy efficiency and price,” said Steve Lalla, Dell’s Senior Vice President of Commercial Client Software and Solutions. “The new Wyse 3040 thin client – the smallest and most efficient thin client – exceeds expectations of what an entry-level thin client can do.”

Featuring a fresh slim line form factor starting at less than a quarter of a kilogram (0.53 lbs), the Dell Wyse 3040 is the first entry-level thin client to house an Intel Atom X5 1.44 GHz quad-core processor that supports up to 2 GB DDR3 RAM and 8 GB flash. It’s also said to be 30 percent better when it comes to performance compared to previous models, which makes it perfect for efficient local application tasks and light multimedia use. It’s compact enough to be easily mounted on the rear of a monitor for a clean and orderly setup.

The Wyse 3040 can be deployed right out-of-the box and also has dual digital display support (2,560 x 1,600). It’s likewise easy to maintain thanks to Dell’s Wyse Device Manager (WDM) and Cloud Client Manager (CCM), both of which provide hassle-free remote configuration and policy management.

The Dell Wyse 3040 thin client with Wyse ThinOS is now available to purchase worldwide starting at US$329 (AU$429). The Wyse ThinLinux, which is described by the company as “a thin client-optimised software based on SUSE Linux that has been further hardened and optimised,” is set to be available starting June 2017.

Dell Wyse 3040 thin client specs and features

Operating System: Wyse ThinOS (with optional PCoIP support) or Wyse ThinLinux
Display: Dual display support (2,560 x 1,600 at 60 Hz)
Power: Under 5 Watts power consumption
Ports: 3 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x Audio-mic combo jack, 2 x DisplayPort, 1 x RJ45
Connectivity: 10 MB / 100 MB / 1 GB Copper RJ45 (Wired Ethernet), Dual band 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac wireless option
Multimedia: Audio-mic combo jack, Integrated speakers
Chipset: Intel Quad Core 1.44 GHz
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Height without stand: 27.94 mm (1.1 inches) x Width: 101.6 mm (3.75 inches) x Depth: 101.6 mm (3.75 inches)
Target weight: 0.24 kg (0.53 lbs)
Slots: Built-in Kensington Security Slot (cable sold separately)