READ AMD Athlon XP 2500+ 1.83GHz Barton Socket HEAT ZINK ONLY & FAN
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AMD Athlon XP 2500+ 1.83GHz Barton (AXDA2500DKV4D) Socket HEAT ZINK ONLY & FAN ONLY (Bulq Storage)
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Full Specifications
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