Intel SE440BX-2 Intel 82440BX Slot 1 ATX Motherboard
Bottom line: The Intel SE440BX-2 Intel 82440BX Slot 1 ATX Motherboard is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Intel SE440BX-2 Intel 82440BX Slot 1 ATX Motherboard General Features: ATX form factor
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
Are you running a slot 1 based PC and your motherboard died? Have no fear! This Intel SE440BX-2 slot 1 ATX motherboard supports slot 1 Intel Pentium III processors with 100 MHz bus frequency, slot 1 Intel Pentium II processorswith 66 MHz or 100 MHz bus frequency and slot 1 Intel Celeron processors with 66 MHz bus frequency.Three DIMM sockets support up to 384 MB SDRAM and there is room for expansion with two ISA slots, four PCI slots, and one AGP slot. Order today!
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel SE440BX-2 Intel 82440BX Slot 1 ATX Motherboard using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. Intel's retro motherboards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro motherboards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Intel SE440BX-2 Intel 82440BX Slot 1 ATX Motherboard General Features: ATX form factor
- Intel 8440BX chipset Supports Slot 1 processors Supports up to 384 MB SDRAM
- SMSC FDC37M707 I/O Controller Intel E28F004S585 symmertical 4Mbit flash memory
- Supports up to four IDE drives or devices Expansion slots: Three (3) DIMM sockets
- Two (2) ISA slots
Full Specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | Slot 1 |
| Model Number | SE440BX-2 |
| Mfr Part Number | BOXSE440BX2NAV |
| Item Part Number | BOXSE440BX2NAV |
| Processor Socket | Slot 1 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Compatible Processors | Intel Celeron, Intel Pentium |
| RAM Memory Technology | SDRAM |
| Memory Slots Available | 4 |
| Graphics Card Interface | AGP, PCI |
| RAM Memory Maximum Size | 384 MB |
| Ram Memory Maximum Size | 384 MB |
| System Bus Standard Supported | SATA 3 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00735858129466 |
Ready to buy?
Intel SE440BX-2 Intel 82440BX Slot 1 ATX Motherboard is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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