This listing offers a well-maintained EPoX EP-3PTA Socket 370 mainboard paired with a Intel Celeron 1300 MHz (Tualatin) CPU and 256 MB PC133 SDRAM.
Based on the Intel 815EP chipset with full support for Socket 370 FC-PGA/FC-PGA2 processors (including Tualatin CPUs), this board remains a rare and desirable heritage board for vintage PC builds.
✅ Included in the package
🌟 Highlights
🟩 Tualatin-ready i815EP board-officially supports high-end Socket 370 CPUs (like 1300 MHz Celeron), ideal for retro builds.
🟩 Capacitors replaced (1000 µF and above)-ensures stable power delivery, improved reliability and longevity.
🟩 AGP 4× slot + PCI + CNR expansion-supports vintage GPUs and legacy audio/network cards.
🟩 UltraDMA-100 IDE, AC’97 onboard audio, USB, serial/parallel/PS2 I/O-full legacy-era connectivity for classic OSes (Win98/2000) and hardware.
🟩 Compact ATX board with 3 DIMM slots-can run up to 512 MB (or more, depending on module types), making it flexible for different retro build needs.
🎮 Retro Gaming & Classic Use Ready
This setup is ideal for building a vintage PC that can run classic games and software under environments like Windows 98 SE or 2000. Great for titles such as Quake III Arena, Unreal Tournament, Diablo II, Red Alert 2, Half-Life, or any DOS/Win9x era games.
⚙️ With the Tualatin CPU and recapped board, you get a rare combination of smooth performance, system stability, and vintage hardware compatibility-perfect for collectors or anyone aiming for a retro build that still runs reliably today.
📦 Packaging & Shipping
The motherboard will be shipped in ESD-safe packaging, carefully cushioned to protect the board and components during transit.
💡 Overall, this EP-3PTA combo represents a high-quality, upgraded, and well-maintained example of a Socket 370 retro platform, a great foundation for a “classic-era” build or collector’s hardware rig.
