Description
Compaq 235210-001 Presario 9250 System Board Socket 7 OPTi Viper Chipset 005485-012
The Compaq 235210-001 is the original system board (motherboard) for the Compaq Presario 9250 desktop computer. It uses a Socket 7 CPU socket and is built around the OPTi Viper chipset (82C558M north bridge and 82C557M south bridge), which was a common chipset pairing for mid-1990s Socket 7 systems. The board integrates a full complement of legacy I/O and an onboard SMC network controller. Assembly number 005485-012 is printed on the board label.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer Part Number: 235210-001
- Assembly Number: 005485-012
- CPU Socket: Socket 7 (ZIF)
- Chipset: OPTi Viper – 82C558M (north bridge), 82C557M (south bridge)
- Memory: 4x SIMM slots (EDO/FPM DRAM)
- Expansion Slots: 3x ISA, 3x PCI (visible on board)
- Integrated Network: SMC network controller (onboard)
- Integrated I/O: Parallel port, dual serial ports, PS/2 keyboard and mouse, audio jacks, game/MIDI port
- Form Factor: Proprietary Compaq desktop format
- CMOS Battery: Needs replacement; original battery is a non-standard size
- Compatible System: Compaq Presario 9250
Applications
This board is a direct replacement or spare part for the Compaq Presario 9250 all-in-one desktop computer, a consumer-oriented PC from the mid-1990s. Socket 7 was Intel's last CPU socket to support multiple processor vendors — including Intel Pentium, AMD K5/K6, and Cyrix 6x86 — making it one of the most competitive and widely deployed platforms of its era. The OPTi Viper chipset was used extensively in OEM desktop designs of this generation, particularly in value-segment systems like the Presario line. Today this board is primarily sought by collectors and technicians restoring or maintaining period-correct Compaq Presario systems, as proprietary OEM boards of this type are difficult to source elsewhere. The integrated I/O and proprietary form factor mean a standard ATX replacement will not fit the Presario 9250 chassis without modification.
This Compaq 235210-001 Presario 9250 Socket 7 system board is in good used condition. The board shows normal wear consistent with prior desktop use. One known issue: the CMOS battery needs to be replaced and appears to be a non-standard size, so you may need to source a replacement before use. No other defects were noted during inspection. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Compaq |
Model: |
235210-001 |
MPN: |
235210-001 |
Secondary Model: |
005485-012 |
Type: |
Motherboard / System Board |
SKU: |
16590 |
Compatible With: |
Compaq Presario 9250 |
Socket Type: |
Socket 7 |
Chipset: |
OPTi Viper 82C558M / 82C557M |
Form Factor: |
Proprietary Desktop |
Assembly Number: |
005485-012 |
Integrated I/O: |
Parallel, Serial, PS/2, Audio, Game/MIDI |
Expansion Slots: |
3x ISA, 3x PCI (visible) |
Memory Slots: |
4x SIMM slots |
Integrated Network: |
SMC network controller (onboard) |
Condition: |
Used – Inspected |
Seller Notes: |
CMOS battery needs replacement; appears to be non-standard size. |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
Taiwan |
Condition Notes: |
Compaq 235210-001 Presario 9250 Socket 7 system board in good used condition. CMOS battery needs replacement and appears to be a non-standard size. No other defects noted. Please contact us with any questions. |
