The original IBM PC, and the machine whose architecture the industry still runs on. IBM built it in a year from bought-in parts and published the technical reference, including the BIOS listing — which let Compaq and everyone after it build compatibles and took the standard out of IBM's hands. Cassette port, five slots, and a keyboard that outlasts everything. The foundation of the whole platform.

Details

Manufacturer	IBM
Model	PC 5150
Installed in	RH-F1BW

Machine

Catalogue model	PC 5150 — IBM PC, 1981
Board	64K-256K planar

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