Dell Latitude E7240 — compact 12.5" laptop, no OS installed
A genuinely small 12.5-inch Latitude with a Core i5, 8GB of memory and a 128GB SSD, supplied with no operating system so you can deploy your own. 3-month warranty.
Key benefits
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12.5" chassis — one of the smallest business laptops Dell made, and it still has a full-size keyboard.
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Solid-state storage — the 128GB SSD makes everyday use far more responsive than the spinning drives of the same era.
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No OS — deploy your own — no bundled licence to work around; image it exactly how you want it.
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8GB of memory — enough for browsing, documents and light multitasking.
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Low running cost — a practical spare, workshop terminal or travel machine without tying up budget.
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Business build quality — a Latitude chassis rather than a consumer shell, so it survives being carried.
Performance in use
The E7240 is a 2014-era business machine, and it is priced accordingly. What it still does well is the basics: a Core i5 with an SSD behind it boots quickly and handles browsing, email and documents without complaint.
It arrives with no operating system, which is the point. If you deploy your own Windows image, run Linux, or need a fixed-purpose terminal, you are not paying for a licence you will immediately overwrite. You will need your own installation media.
The 12.5-inch screen is 1366x768, which is modest by current standards but appropriate to the size and age of the machine. Think of this as a light, cheap, dependable second machine rather than a primary workstation.
Technical specifications
| Processor |
Intel Core i5-4310U (2 cores / 4 threads, up to 3.0GHz) |
| Memory |
8GB |
| Storage |
128GB SSD |
| Display |
12.5" HD 1366x768 |
| Graphics |
Intel HD Graphics 4400 |
| Operating system |
None installed |
| Connectivity |
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Form factor |
12.5" laptop |
| Warranty |
3 months |
Is it right for you?
| Best for |
Not for |
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✓ A custom Windows or Linux deployment
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✓ A low-cost spare or loan machine
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✓ Workshop, warehouse or kiosk use
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✓ Travel where size and weight matter
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✓ Students on a tight budget
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✗ Anyone who needs it working out of the box
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✗ Heavy multitasking or large datasets
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✗ Photo or video editing
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✗ Users who want a high-resolution screen
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Condition grades
| Grade |
What to expect |
| A – Excellent |
Minimal signs of use. Screen free of scratches. Battery health 70% or better. |
| B – Good |
Light cosmetic wear from normal business use — small marks on the lid or palm rest. Fully functional. Battery health 50–70%. |
Battery health is measured at the time of testing and carries a 30-day battery warranty. Every machine is fully tested regardless of grade.
Frequently asked questions
What warranty comes with it?
A 3-month warranty from Reboot IT, covering hardware faults. The battery carries a separate 30-day warranty, as batteries are consumable.
What does "refurbished" mean here?
Every unit is wiped, tested across all major functions, cleaned and graded by our own technicians in Melbourne. It is not a factory-sealed new machine, and it is not sold as one.
Is the battery new?
No. Battery health is measured at testing: 70% or better for Grade A, 50–70% for Grade B. Replacement batteries can be supplied on request.
What is included in the box?
The laptop and a matching power adapter. No original packaging, manuals or accessories unless stated.
How much is shipping?
Free standard AU shipping is included on this item.
What operating system is installed?
None. This machine is supplied with no operating system installed, ready for your own Windows image or a Linux distribution. You will need your own licence and installation media.
Warranty and support
Every machine we sell is professionally tested, cleaned and graded in our Melbourne workshop, and comes with a 3-month warranty from Reboot IT. We have been refurbishing business IT since 2001, we are an Australian company with Australian stock, and every order is invoiced with GST. Free standard AU shipping is included.
Questions before you buy? Our team answers technical questions directly — no call centre, no scripts. reboot-it.com.au, Melbourne.