IBM PC Convertible

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(Submitted July 5, 2008 21:53:40 by Thom)

The question is . . . can it run LINUX?

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(Submitted June 12, 2008 11:15:18 by Si Waterhouse)

I have one of these for sale if anybody is interested. Please contact me at Siwaterhouse@hotmail.com. Works fine,i think i can route out the starter disks.

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(Submitted April 3, 2008 12:13:43 by Cesar)

Folks, Can someone help me get the software for this bad boy?. I picked one of this machines at a yard sale, however the software(Disk) is missing. Thanks.

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(Submitted February 12, 2008 14:59:44 by Paul)

I picked up a 5140 for $1 at auction a while back. No one knew what it was and they shouted anyone for a dollar. Figured it was a dinosaur, but what a find! I haven't got it to boot, so if anyone has an AC adapter, manuals, or software, please let me know. Would like to get this thing up and running again!!

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(Submitted November 10, 2007 18:20:00 by wesley duckett)

maybe not never contactactd me back :(

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(Submitted October 30, 2007 00:08:40 by Anonymous Freak)

Gah! I was two days too late, you beat me to it, Wesley.

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(Submitted October 27, 2007 19:42:58 by wesley duckett)

i sent you an email about your convertible robert

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(Submitted September 29, 2007 16:01:09 by Robert Rent)

I have a good condition, working 5140 with backlit display that I am willing to donate to a good home. I also have the Startup and Diagnostic disks for anyone who needs em.

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(Submitted August 17, 2007 21:57:16 by elborgy)

Hello. I have an ibm 5140 convertible, but i coudn´t find the starter disk... the ibm link is not working. Could you help me to find this software?

abdo357@hotmail.com

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(Submitted July 11, 2007 07:18:19 by Ray)

I have one for sale. It's in working condition and includes the printer. If you are interested please e-mail me.

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(Submitted July 7, 2007 09:24:48 by Vickie K)

I have an IBM PC convertible in working order with all manuals and software that goes with it. I purchased this item the first year it was introduced in 1986.

DOS 3.2 and books in the original box PC Connections Guide to Operations Charger & AC Adapter Printer Interface are all included

This machine works like the first day I bought it.

If you are interested in purchasing, please contact.

vkaydinsmore@yahoo.com

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(Submitted July 4, 2007 13:28:56 by Medron Pryde)

I own the manuals for this bad boy. I don't have the computer any more but I still have the manuals. If anybody is interested in them, please e-mail me. :)

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(Submitted June 9, 2007 15:05:08 by (a href=mailto:)piksi(/a))

I'd love to buy one of these beauties in working order if anyone of you has one. Preferably inside EU, but outside is no problem either. contact me: netbox at pi-xi.net - Otso Helenius

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(Submitted April 17, 2007 18:20:57 by Aaron)

I picked up a similar IBM laptop of the hard rubbish the other day still in working order. But I dont have a starter disk, manual or any clue what model it might be. It is similar to this model however it only has one 3.5 drive that you pull out to a 45 degree angle, the screen folds out a little bit aswell it is the old balck background with orange text screen. I am thank full I came across a website with vintage PC's. Can anyone help with links to my quiries? I am happy to send photos into the site should you like to post it when we have some idea what it is.

Thank you

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(Submitted March 25, 2007 21:39:27 by Rocky)

Hello all,

I am interested in buying or receiving old electronic items, items such as computers or processors that are antique in nature please reply me if you are interested in getting rid of it. I live in Chicago, USA.

Thanks

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(Submitted August 2, 2006 14:24:15 by Donnie Torok)

Wow, I was just thinking back. My first office PC back in the 80's was one of these dinosaurs. It was back at Universal Electronics, back in the early years of universal remote controls. I remember that I could brewing a pot of coffee in less time then it took to boot DOS! Trippy compared to the machines I have now.

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(Submitted July 22, 2006 00:50:44 by Mike C.)

I love my IBM 5140 Convertible!

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(Submitted July 5, 2006 08:02:09 by Keith)

The IBM 5140 that I had listed for sale on August 13, 2005 has now been sold. Thank you

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(Submitted July 4, 2006 10:41:43 by nick blackburn)

Sorry, Its an M15, not 16.

Thanks Nick

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(Submitted July 4, 2006 10:32:45 by nick blackburn)

Hello, I own an Olivetti M16 Dual floppy IBM clone, almost exactly like the IBM Convertible (hence clone!) I would really like to donate this to the museum or someone who will look after it. Its in really good condition and the battery still holds charge.

Only problem is that I live in UK and posting it would not be an option I think.

Let me know please if you're interested.

Kind Regards Nick

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(Submitted June 5, 2006 19:18:43 by Nick)

I vaguely remember playing with one of these in a store when they were for sale. The Harvard COOP in Harvard Sq. or the Medical District (near Children's Hospital) in Boston, had them on display.

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(Submitted December 8, 2005 19:51:53 by Joe)

I just acquired one COMPLETE with back pack style carrying case, books, power supply, WORKING cpu...but no disks. Anyone interested in it?

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(Submitted December 5, 2005 13:51:52 by Brian)

I have a PC Convertible New-in-the-Box with Printer New-in-the-Box as well. All documentation and original software that came with it is there. Anyone be interested for $100.00 plus shipping?

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(Submitted November 13, 2005 14:35:52 by Maurice)

I have an PC Convertible with the power adapter and some disks. It worked fine last time I fired it up. I had a ball with this thing when it was new. I thought it was hot stuff.

If someone would like to have it, it is theirs for a token price and shipping costs.

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(Submitted August 13, 2005 07:28:18 by Keith)

I have an IBM 5140 Convertible (512 kb) that I am interested in selling. It is in working condition and includes the serial-parallel adapter and montor adapter. I am the second owner (purchased in 1987). SOrry no manuals. I am asking $75 and I'll cover the shipping costs. I am located in Atlanta, GA. Thank you Keith

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(Submitted August 8, 2005 10:05:55 by Ted Pelicano)

I have an IBM Convertible with a backlit LCD display that has stopped working. Everything works well except the back light. The machine used to make a soft squeeling sound when the brightness was turned up but both the sound and the light have ceased. I have no schematics and therefore haven't a clue.......Ted Pelicano

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(Submitted July 25, 2005 23:17:49 by Stijn)

Could you please scan those technical references? Thank you, Stijn

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(Submitted June 11, 2005 18:26:15 by Stephen Chase)

I have an IBM PC Convertible in good condition with printer and carrying case for sale. Anyone interested send me an email - I'm in Central Florida so if you are not local shipping would be extra but only the exact cost. Has the original start up disks and manual. $75.

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(Submitted June 8, 2005 08:05:35 by Nathaniel)

i have a IBM PC Convertible and i need a power cord because my negbors house flooded and i think i trew it out where do you find one or if you have an extra ill buy it off you for $50

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(Submitted May 13, 2005 18:43:08 by Elesias)

Hi,

I just found this great computer, but unfortunately, after the memory test, there's a beep sound, and a 06101 error code, or something like that. Any advice, or a place where to find the manual ? Thanks ! Fred.

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(Submitted March 31, 2005 08:21:51 by Omar Garcia)

I`need the setup disk for the IBM AT.

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(Submitted January 20, 2005 08:44:34 by luciano)

Hello. I have an ibm 5140 convertible, but i coudn´t find the starter disk... the ibm link is not working. Could you help me to find this software? Your web page is very nice!

Thank you in advance

Luciano-Brazil

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