P/N 6052141 - Model F Keyboard Details & Specs

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IBM 3178 Model C4 Display Station EBCDIC Typewriter Keyboard

TypeModel F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-87 type Model F)
NicknameBlue Switch
Known host systemsIBM 3178 Model C4 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEMs or ODMsIBM U.S.
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 - w/ number pad & tab key
Accessories & other featuresClicker assembly
Guide access panel(s)
SourcesASK: SNKB-F1985-SB4-87
Image: Rear label example from 1985 January (derived from week 2 of year) by IBM United States
Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Model C4 Announced Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#184-015) [source: IBM]
Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Operator Reference Guide (#GA18-2128-3) [source: bitsavers]
Related Directory entriesIBM 3178-C4 Typewriter Keyboard
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