Ref: reference image, not this unitIBM 5170
- Chipset
- discrete
- CPU family
- 286-class
- Form factor
- AT
- Slots
- 2× 8-bit ISA, 6× 16-bit ISA
- BIOS
- IBM AT (1984 variant)
- Ports
- DIN keyboard
IBM 5170
RH-QBCH
The IBM Personal Computer AT (Model 5170), released in August 1984 for $4,000 to $6,000, was a powerful second-generation personal computer. Key specifications include an Intel 80286 processor, a 1.2 MB 5.25-inch floppy drive, and 16-bit expansion slots.
Details
- Manufacturer
- IBM
- Model
- 5170
- Year
- 1985
- Form factor
- AT
- Chassis
- desktop
- CPU
- Intel 80286-6
- Installed RAM
- 18× 41256 (512 KiB + parity)
- Condition
- Partially working
- Source
- RC Table Sale (ctrl-alt-Rees)
- Acquired
- 2026-07-26
- Notes
- Motherboard tested, does complete POST.
Machine
- Catalogue model
- PC/AT 5170 — IBM PC, 1984
Motherboard
Ref: reference image, not this unitParts
IBM 68X3814
- Chip
- WDC WD11C00C-JU
- Interface
- 16-bit ISA
- Ports
- 2× MFM, Floppy
Files
No files for this one yet.
History
Acquired 2026-07-26 from RC Table Sale (ctrl-alt-Rees) · held 2 months
- 2026-07-27
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note Faceplate reattached, temporary screws installed. Needs full restoration.
- 2026-07-27
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note Power supply has not yet been tested. May contain RIFA capacitors.
- 2026-07-27
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note Booted, ran CheckIt, full 512K RAM test passed.