IBM 3178-C4 Typewriter Keyboard

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1984 Q1Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-87)IBM capacitive buckling springsMore info on this keyboard

eg, P/N 6052141

87-key typewriter-style EBCDIC keyboard for the 3270-family IBM 3178 Model C4 Display Station. It was a part of the continuation of IBM 3270 Base Keyboards that originated in the IBM Model B keyboard family era, specifically implementing the RPQ 8K0932 327X-87 type Model B Base Keyboard's layout originally for IBM 3276, 3278 and 3279 Display Stations. This layout was notable for its 12-key combination adding machine style numeric keypad with 12 program-function legends. It has an internal solenoid clicker assembly and a blue-coloured display case toggle switch. It was only available in US English.

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