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Travel straight back to 2010 and the peak era of budget desktop modding with an authentic, ultra-compact time capsule: an original eMachines EL1352-01e Small Form Factor (SFF) Desktop PC!
Finished in high-gloss piano black with an illuminated neon-green power medallion and chrome accent banding, the EL1352 is one of eMachines' most recognizable and space-saving slim designs. Powered by an authentic dual-core AMD Athlon II X2 215 processor running at 2.70GHz, 4GB of DDR3 RAM, and a 500GB SATA hard drive (465 GB formatted NTFS partition with 452 GB of free space), this system runs a clean installation of Windows 7 Professional 64-Bit.
For retro PC gamers, this system is an absolute gem for bridging late-2000s and early-2010s PC titles that suffer from compatibility headaches, modern OS DRM blocks, or scaling issues on Windows 10/11. Backed by integrated NVIDIA GeForce graphics, it effortlessly runs classics like Fallout 3, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King, Portal, The Sims 3, Left 4 Dead 2, Half-Life 2, and StarCraft II.
Despite its compact footprint, it offers exceptional convenience with 5 front-facing USB ports, a front-loading multi-format digital media card reader, front headphone/mic jacks, dual PS/2 legacy peripheral ports, Ethernet LAN, and native analog VGA video output (ideal for CRT gaming monitors and 4:3 LCDs).
Key Specifications & Retro Hardware Details
Brand: eMachines (Acer Group)
Model: EL1352-01e (Small Form Factor PC)
Processor (CPU): AMD Athlon II X2 215 Dual-Core Processor @ 2.70 GHz
Installed Memory (RAM): 4.00 GB DDR3 SDRAM (3.75 GB usable)
Storage (HDD): 500 GB SATA Hard Drive (465 GB formatted NTFS C: capacity with ~452 GB free space)
Operating System: Windows 7 Professional (64-Bit Operating System)
Graphics: Integrated NVIDIA GeForce Graphics Controller with Analog VGA Output
Optical Drive: Integrated Vertical-Mount Tray-Loading DVD±RW Multi-Drive (behind concealment door)
Front Panel I/O & Media:
5 x Front USB 2.0 Ports
Multi-in-One Digital Media Card Reader (SD, XD, MMC, MS/MS Pro, CF)
3.5mm Headphone Out & 3.5mm Microphone In Audio Jacks
Central Power Button with Green LED Illumination & Activity Light
Rear I/O Connectivity:
1 x 15-Pin Analog VGA Video Monitor Output
4 x High-Speed USB 2.0 Ports
1 x RJ-45 Ethernet Network LAN Jack
2 x PS/2 Legacy Ports (Color-coded for Keyboard & Mouse)
3 x 3.5mm Audio Jacks (Line-In, Line-Out, Microphone)
Low-Profile Expansion Bay Slot
Standard 3-Prong AC Power Inlet with 115V/230V Voltage Switch
Case Badges: Original AMD Athlon II X2, Windows 7, and Graphics by NVIDIA case badges intact
Condition Notes
Functional Condition: 100% bench-tested and fully operational. Boots cleanly and swiftly into Windows 7 Professional 64-bit. The AMD Athlon II X2 2.70GHz processor runs smoothly and cool, memory tests healthy, and the 500GB hard drive reads and writes quietly. All front and rear USB ports respond promptly, the optical drive ejects properly, and the onboard VGA port outputs a crisp, clear video signal.
Cosmetic Condition: Great vintage condition overall. The glossy piano-black front fascia and black metal chassis are structurally solid with no broken doors or cracked plastic. Shows minor, normal cosmetic surface marks and light hairline scuffs on the gloss finish consistent with careful use and age. Factory case badges and the side specification sticker are intact and legible. Please review the high-resolution photos for an exact look at physical condition.
What's Included
eMachines EL1352-01e SFF Desktop PC
Standard Heavy-Duty AC Power Cable
Note: The external NEC monitor and video cables shown in testing photos are for demonstration purposes only and are NOT included.
Small form factor desktop PCs contain mechanical hard drives, optical drives, and delicate internal power supplies that require robust shock protection during transit. This PC will be wrapped securely in anti-static ESD shielding, cushioned generously with thick layers of heavy-duty bubble padding, and boxed inside a rigid, double-walled container to guarantee safe delivery to your retro workbench. Let us know if you have any questions!
