Step back into the golden age of late-1990s computing with this original Compaq Windows 98 Second Edition OEM kit, complete with documentation and period AOL promotional insert.
This brand new / unopened set was originally bundled with new Compaq PCs around the Windows 98 SE era, providing both system software and the classic dial‑up internet experience that defined early home computing.
✅ What’s Included:
Compaq Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition CD
Marked “Only for distribution with a new PC”Labeled for use with Compaq restore systems
“Getting Started Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition” booklet
Official OEM documentationBranded Compaq + Microsoft
Original AOL Sign-On Insert
Period-correct internet setup guideFeatures AOL branding for the US, UK, Canada, and Australia
🔎 Key Details:
OEM software – not a full standalone retail releaseTypically used with Compaq-specific restore configurationsCompaq part number: 177639‑001Windows 98 Second Edition (the most stable and widely sought variant)
Collector Significance:
This is a complete OEM presentation set, not just a loose disc:
Perfect for retro PC builds, especially Compaq Presario systemsExcellent display piece for Windows / Microsoft collectorsIncludes the increasingly scarce AOL insert, capturing the “You’ve Got Mail” era of dial-up internetRepresents the Y2K transition period in personal computing
Important Notes:
This is OEM media intended for Compaq systemsFunctionality on non-Compaq hardware may be limitedSold as a collectible / vintage computing item