P/N 5640987 - Model F Keyboard Details & Specs

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IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station EBCDIC Typewriter Keyboard

TypeModel F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-87 type Model F)
NicknameBlue Switch
Known host systemsIBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEMs or ODMsIBM
KeyswitchesIBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest appearance
Original keycapsPBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover colourPearl White
BrandingIBM silver square badge
FeetRemovable feet
ProtocolIBM 3104/3178-specific serial
ConnectionGrey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Number of keys87
Form factorNavblockless
Layout & language3270: Base Typewriter U.S. English
Accessories & other featuresClicker assembly
Guide access panel(s)
SourcesImage: Rear label example from 1983 November (derived from week 47 of year) by IBM United States
Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf
Related Directory entriesIBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard
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