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IBM 3101 ASCII Display Terminal Keyboard

Part NumberPart Number The number used to describe this keyboard's specific release; usually specific for a target region, language or SKU, etc.	8323237
TypeType A designation from my own type naming scheme used to categorise this keyboard with or from others by their common features and market intent but may/may not be derived from official names.	Model F 3101/7485 Terminal Keyboard (330X type Model F)
NicknameNickname A [keyboard enthusiast] community given name for this keyboard. It can be a shortening of its name and properties, a more abstract term, a real-life reference, or metonymy.	Blue Switchless
Known Host SystemsKnown Host Systems A list of known host systems this keyboard could be bundled with or at least designed specifically to operate with. This could be terminals, desktop PCs or laptops.	IBM 3101 Model 230 ASCII Display Terminal (IBM 3101 family) IBM 3101 Model 881 ASCII Display Terminal (IBM 3101 family)
OEMOEM Possible companies responsible for making this keyboard for the company marketing it.	IBM U.S.
KeyswitchesKeyswitches The name of the keyswitches this keyboard uses. If the keyswitches used do not have a known name, a generic description of what they are will be provided.	IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest AppearanceEarliest Appearance The year (and possibly the quarter or full date) that this keyboard part number was introduced, first observed, first recorded, or the first example found.	1984 Q3
Original KeycapsOriginal Keycaps The keyboard's original keycaps' material and text/symbol printing technique.	PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover ColourCover Colour The original colour of this keyboard's cover set (outer casing). For keyboards whose cover set materials are known to yellow, this will refer to the original colour before such transformation occurs.	Pearl White
BrandingBranding The possible branding and logo styles found on this keyboard part number. This could be multiple styles at once or possible styles found over time.	IBM silver square badge
FeetFeet The style of this keyboard's flip-out or extendable feet. If applicable, this may also state how many levels of height adjustment are available and whether the feet could be rubberised.	None
ProtocolProtocol The protocols this keyboard can use to communicate with their host systems. Typically, this is the name of some sort of serial or parallel data connection. Known scancode sets the protocol can support may also be stated in brackets.	IBM 3101-specific
ConnectionConnection The keyboard-to-host connection. This is could be a description of a cable (its colour, whether its coiled, whether its detachable, and what connector is at its end) or the name of a wireless technology.	Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key CountKey Count The number of keys that this keyboard originally had.	87
Form FactorForm Factor The standardised or universally acknowledged name for this keyboard's layout form factor.	Navblockless
Accessories & Other FeaturesAccessories & Other Features Other notable features you may want to know about such as charging cables (if keyboard is wireless), fingerprint reader, card reader, solenoid, DIP switches, etc.	Clicker assembly (internal solenoid) Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide DIP switches
Source(s)Source(s) Documents ("Doc"), websites and/or webpages ("Web") that were used as a source of information for this keyboard part number. Examples of this keyboard part number I own ("ASK") will also be included as sources.	Doc: IBM 3101/7485 Display Stations Enhanced Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#184-154) [source: IBM] Doc: IBM Commonly Used Systems Parts Handbook (#ZA38-0016-0) [source: bitsavers] Web: https://www.computerhistory.org/collections/catalog/102743640 Web: https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/ibm-3178-display-station-model-3923781529

IBM 3101 ASCII Display Terminal Keyboard

Part Number	8323238
Type	Model F 3101/7485 Terminal Keyboard (330X type Model F)
Nickname	Blue Switchless
Known Host Systems	IBM 3101 Model 855 ASCII Display Terminal (IBM 3101 family) IBM 3101 Model 882 ASCII Display Terminal (IBM 3101 family)
OEM	IBM U.S.
Keyswitches	IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance	1984 Q3
Original Keycaps	PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour	Pearl White
Branding	IBM silver square badge
Feet	None
Protocol	IBM 3101-specific
Connection	Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count	87
Form Factor	Navblockless
Accessories & Other Features	Clicker assembly (internal solenoid) Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide DIP switches
Source(s)	Doc: IBM 3101/7485 Display Stations Enhanced Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#184-154) [source: IBM] Doc: IBM Commonly Used Systems Parts Handbook (#ZA38-0016-0) [source: bitsavers]

IBM 7485 Display Station Keyboard

Part Number	8323239
Type	Model F 3101/7485 Terminal Keyboard (330X type Model F)
Nickname	Blue Switchless
Known Host Systems	IBM 3101 Model 883 ASCII Display Terminal (IBM 3101 family) IBM 7485 Model 530 Display Station (IBM 3101 family) IBM 7485 Model 531 Display Station (IBM 3101 family) IBM 7485 Model 630 Display Station (IBM 3101 family)
OEM	IBM U.S.
Keyswitches	IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance	1984 Q3
Original Keycaps	PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour	Pearl White
Branding	IBM silver square badge
Feet	None
Protocol	IBM 3101-specific
Connection	Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count	87
Form Factor	Navblockless
Accessories & Other Features	Clicker assembly (internal solenoid) Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s)	Doc: IBM 3101/7485 Display Stations Enhanced Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#184-154) [source: IBM] Doc: IBM Commonly Used Systems Parts Handbook (#ZA38-0016-0) [source: bitsavers]