Travel straight back to 2003 and the absolute golden era of early-2000s desktop computing with an authentic, iconic battlestation: an original Dell Dimension 2400 Mid-Tower Desktop PC!

Finished in Dell’s celebrated two-tone midnight gray and dark charcoal livery with its curved lower intake scoop, circular chrome Dell medallion, and glowing status ring, the Dimension 2400 is one of the most recognizable and beloved family/gaming desktops ever produced. Powered by an authentic Socket 478 Intel Pentium 4 processor clocked at 2.20GHz (2.19GHz reported), 256MB of DDR SDRAM, and an 80GB hard drive (74.4 GB formatted NTFS C: partition with over 61.5 GB of free space), this system runs a clean, authentic installation of Microsoft Windows XP Professional (Version 2002, Service Pack 3).

For retro PC gamers, vintage hardware collectors, and archivists, an authentic Socket 478 Windows XP desktop is the holy grail for turn-of-the-millennium titles. It natively bypasses modern OS DRM blocks (SafeDisc/SecuROM), 16-bit installer errors, DirectDraw resolution stretching, and audio driver incompatibilities that plague Windows 10/11. It effortlessly glides through era-defining classics like Diablo II: Lord of Destruction, The Sims, RollerCoaster Tycoon 1 & 2, StarCraft: Brood War, Half-Life, Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos, Age of Empires II, Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2, Max Payne, Return to Castle Wolfenstein, and Unreal Tournament.

Equipped with an internal CD-RW optical burner, open 3.5" drive bay, front and rear USB 2.0 ports, dual PS/2 legacy ports for vintage mechanical keyboards and ball mice, DB-25 parallel printer port, RS-232 serial COM port, 10/100 Ethernet networking, and native analog VGA video output (ideal for connecting directly to external CRT gaming monitors or vintage 4:3 LCDs), it delivers a pure, uncompromised retro computing experience.

Key Specifications & Retro Hardware Details

• Brand: Dell Computer Corporation

• Model: Dimension 2400 / DIM2400 (Service Tag: 7HFXL31)

• Form Factor: Full Expandable Mid-Tower Desktop PC

• Processor (CPU): Intel Pentium 4 CPU @ 2.20 GHz (2.19 GHz, Socket 478, Northwood Core)

• Installed Memory (RAM): 256 MB DDR SDRAM

• Storage (HDD): 80 GB Class Hard Drive (74.4 GB formatted NTFS C: capacity with ~61.5 GB free space)

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Professional (Version 2002, Service Pack 3)

• Graphics: Integrated Intel Extreme Graphics with Analog VGA Output

• Optical Drive: Integrated 5.25" Internal Tray-Loading CD-RW Multi-Burner Optical Drive

• Front Access Panel & Media:

  • 2 x Front-Facing High-Speed USB 2.0 Ports

  • Front 3.5mm Headphone Jack

  • Central Power Button with Diagnostic LED Ring & HDD Activity Light

  • Open 3.5" Drive Bay Opening

• Rear I/O Connectivity:

  • 1 x 15-Pin Analog VGA Video Monitor Output (ideal for CRT gaming)

  • 4 x High-Speed USB 2.0 Ports

  • 1 x RJ-45 Ethernet 10/100 Network LAN Jack

  • 2 x PS/2 Legacy Ports (Color-coded for Keyboard & Mouse)

  • 1 x DB-25 Parallel Printer Port & 1 x RS-232 Serial COM Port (ideal for vintage industrial gear and serial controllers)

  • 3 x 3.5mm Color-Coded Audio Jacks (Line-In, Line-Out, Microphone)

  • 3 x PCI Expansion Card Bays

  • Heavy-Duty Internal Power Supply with 3-Prong AC Power Inlet and 115V/230V Voltage Selector Switch

• Case Badges: Original factory Intel Inside Pentium 4 and Designed for Microsoft Windows XP front case badges intact

Condition Notes

• Functional Condition: 100% bench-tested and fully operational. Boots cleanly and swiftly into Windows XP Professional SP3. The Intel Pentium 4 processor runs stable and cool, memory tests healthy, and the 80GB hard drive reads and writes cleanly with a healthy partition. Front and rear USB ports respond promptly, the CD-RW optical drive functions properly, internal cooling fans spin freely, and the onboard VGA port outputs a crisp, clear video signal.

• Cosmetic Condition: Great vintage condition overall. The two-tone dark gray front bezel, side panels, and chassis frame are structurally solid with no cracked plastic, broken latches, or dented metal. Shows light, normal cosmetic surface marks, faint shelf wear, and minor finish scuffs consistent with careful use and age. Original case badges and the rear service tag barcode sticker (7HFXL31) are intact and legible. Please review the high-resolution photos for an exact look at physical condition.

What's Included

• Dell Dimension 2400 Mid-Tower 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.

Professional Packaging & Shipping Notice

Mid-tower desktop PCs contain mechanical hard drives, optical drive assemblies, and 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 directly to your retro workbench.