Dell 2P9X9 Socket LGA1156 ATX System Board

Description

The Dell 2P9X9 is a motherboard built around the Intel LGA1156 socket, which was designed to support Intel's first and second generation Core processors (codenamed Nehalem and Sandy Bridge, respectively). This socket type was prevalent in mainstream desktop and workstation systems, offering a balance of performance and features for its time. The ATX form factor ensures compatibility with a wide range of standard computer cases and provides ample space for components and expansion slots. As a system board, the 2P9X9 serves as the central hub connecting all the essential components of a computer. This includes the CPU, RAM (likely DDR3 modules, given the LGA1156 socket era), storage devices (via SATA ports), and expansion cards. It features various slots such as PCI Express for graphics cards and other high-speed peripherals, as well as potentially legacy PCI slots for older add-in cards. The integrated I/O panel on the rear typically offers connectivity for USB devices, audio outputs, Ethernet networking, and video outputs if integrated graphics are supported by the CPU. This motherboard is specifically identified as a Dell component, suggesting it was likely manufactured for integration into Dell's own branded systems, such as OptiPlex or Precision workstations. While it provides the fundamental architecture, specific features like the number of RAM slots, supported RAM speeds, exact chipset, and the quantity/type of expansion slots would depend on the precise Dell system model it was designed for. It represents the core logic board necessary for a functional computer build using LGA1156 processors.

Condition: Refurbished