Dell Latitude E7250 — 12.5" Compact Business Laptop
A certified refurbished Dell Latitude E7250 with an Intel Core i7-5600U, 8GB of RAM, a 256GB SSD and a backlit keyboard, in a compact 12.5-inch business chassis. Supplied with no operating system installed, and backed by a 12-month Reboot IT warranty.
Key Benefits
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Genuinely compact: At 12.5 inches this is one of the smallest full-featured business laptops Dell made — easy to carry all day.
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Backlit keyboard: A properly backlit business keyboard for working in dim rooms, on flights or in the evening.
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Core i7 processor: The i7-5600U runs at 2.6GHz with vPro management support, built for business rather than budget use.
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256GB solid-state storage: Ample room for documents and applications, with fast boot and file access.
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Latitude 7000 build: Dell’s premium business line — magnesium alloy construction designed for daily travel.
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Supplied without an operating system: A clean slate for a Linux installation or your own imaging process.
Performance in Use
The E7250 is a compact business machine from Dell’s premium Latitude 7000 line, and the build quality is what still recommends it. The chassis is rigid, the keyboard is backlit and pleasant to type on, and at 12.5 inches it is small enough to genuinely carry everywhere — the sort of machine that suits travel, site visits and hot-desking.
The i7-5600U with 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD handles browsing, email, documents and web-based systems without difficulty. This is a fifth-generation processor, so it is not a fast modern laptop, but for straightforward day-to-day work it remains perfectly serviceable and represents a lot of build quality for the money.
It ships with no operating system installed. The processor predates the requirements for current Windows versions, so rather than supply it with unsupported software we provide it clean — which makes it an excellent candidate for a lightweight Linux distribution. Please factor in that you will need to install an operating system before use.
Technical Specifications
| Processor |
Intel Core i7-5600U (5th Gen, 2 cores / 4 threads, 2.60GHz, vPro) |
| Memory |
8GB DDR3L RAM |
| Storage |
256GB SSD |
| Display |
12.5-inch |
| Graphics |
Intel HD Graphics 5500 (integrated) |
| Keyboard |
Backlit |
| Operating System |
No operating system installed |
| Connectivity |
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-A, HDMI |
| Warranty |
12 months — Reboot IT return-to-base |
Is It Right for You?
| Best For ✓ |
Not For ✗ |
| Linux users and self-imaged deployments |
Anyone needing Windows pre-installed |
| Travel and hot-desking where size matters |
Demanding or modern software workloads |
| Light office work and web-based systems |
Photo, video or design work |
| Buyers wanting premium build at a low price |
Users wanting a large screen |
Condition Grades
| Grade |
Description |
| A – Excellent |
Minimal signs of use, very light wear on the keyboard and a pristine screen free from scratches. 70%+ battery health. |
| B – Good |
Fully functional with more visible wear such as light scratches on the body and heavier keyboard wear; screen remains crack-free. 50–70% battery health. |
All units carry a 30-day battery warranty. Battery is a consumable component and health varies by grade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does it have no operating system?
The 5th Gen Core i7 does not meet the requirements for Windows 11, and Windows 10 is no longer supported. We supply the machine clean rather than with unsupported software.
What can I install on it?
A lightweight Linux distribution runs very well on this hardware and is our recommendation. It also suits organisations that apply their own standard image.
Is the keyboard backlit?
Yes. This configuration includes a backlit keyboard, which is tested as part of our grading process.
Is 12.5 inches too small to work on?
It depends on your work. It is excellent for travel and light office tasks, but if you spend all day in spreadsheets a 14-inch or larger screen will be more comfortable.
What is the difference between Excellent and Good?
Both are fully tested and functional. Excellent units show minimal marks and 70%+ battery health; Good units show more visible wear and 50–70% battery health.
How much does shipping cost?
This item ships with free standard shipping across Australia.
What warranty is included?
Every unit includes a 12-month Reboot IT return-to-base warranty, plus a 30-day battery warranty.
Warranty & Peace of Mind
This certified refurbished Dell Latitude E7250 is covered by a 12-month Reboot IT warranty with local Australian support. Reboot IT has been refurbishing business and consumer technology in Melbourne since 2001. Each unit is professionally tested, data-wiped and graded before dispatch and ships with free standard AU shipping for complete peace of mind.