Intel D815EEA2 Socket370 ATX Motherboard w/Pentium III 1GHz 256MB Kit
Bottom line: The Intel D815EEA2 Socket370 ATX Motherboard w/Pentium III 1GHz 256MB Kit 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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Intel D815EEA2 Socket370 ATX Motherboard w/Pentium III 1GHz 256MB Kit
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel D815EEA2 Socket370 ATX Motherboard w/Pentium III 1GHz 256MB Kit 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.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| CPU Model | Pentium |
| CPU Socket | Socket 370 |
| Chipset Type | intel_815 |
| Processor Socket | Socket 370 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Compatible Processors | Intel Pentium |
| RAM Memory Technology | dimm |
| S/PDIF Connector Type | Optical |
| Memory Slots Available | 2 |
| System Bus Standard Supported | SATA 3 |
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