Keyboard Part Number List

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IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part NumberPart Number
The number used to describe this keyboard's specific release; usually specific for a target region, language or SKU, etc.
4742683
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 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 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 Switch
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 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEMOEM
Possible companies responsible for making this keyboard for the company marketing it.
IBM
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.
1983 Q1
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.
Removable feet
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 3104/3178-specific serial
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
Layout/LanguageLayout/Language
Image of Layout/LanguageThe original regional/language layout this keyboard was configured as. Both the language and the standardised key layout may be listed, and in the case of both being known or defined, it will be styled as language then standard.
Canadian/French
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
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 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742710
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Swedish
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3178-C4 Display Station Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 6052141
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1984 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
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) ASK: SNKB-F1985-SB4-87
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]

IBM 3178-C3 Display Station Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 6052101
Known Assembly Part NumbersKnown Assembly Part Numbers
Possible numbers found inside this keyboard used to indicate its internal assembly and the keycaps on it.
6110674
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3178 Model C3 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM U.S.
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q2
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
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) ASK: SNKB-F1984-SB3-87
Web: https://deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?t=14356

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 6052103
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Swedish (Finland)
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 6052102
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language US English (Netherlands)
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 5641668
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language US English (German)
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 5640987
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language US English
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) 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

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 5640968
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language US English (E/ME/A except German)
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742713
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Swiss/German
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742712
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Swiss/French
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742709
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Spanish
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742684
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 88
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Katakana
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742708
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Portuguese
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742707
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Norwegian
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742706
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Danish
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742705
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Belgian
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742704
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM U.K.
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language UK English
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) ASK: SNKB-F1985-SB2-87
Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742703
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Italian
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742702
Known Assembly Part Numbers 6110661
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM U.K.
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Austrian/German
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf
Web: https://deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?t=9509

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742701
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language French AZERTY
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742700
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language French QWERTY
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3104-B2/3178-C2 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 4742685
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
Known Host Systems IBM 3104 Model B2 Display Terminal (IBM 3270 family)
IBM 3178 Model C2 Display Station (IBM 3270 family)
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1983 Q1
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
Connection Grey straightened-style fixed DA-15 cable
Key Count 87
Form Factor Navblockless
Layout/Language Spanish Speaking
Accessories & Other Features Clicker assembly (internal solenoid)
Compartment for host computer's/terminal's guide
Source(s) Doc: IBM 3178 Display Station Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability (#183-034) [source: IBM]
Doc: An Introduction to the IBM 8100 Information System (#GA27-2875-7) [source: bitsavers]
Web: https://vt100.net/ibm/sy18-2065-3-3178-maintenance.pdf

IBM 3178 Typewriter Keyboard

Part Number 6124531
Type Model F 3104/3178 Typewriter Base Keyboard (31XX-75 type Model F)
Nickname Blue Switch
OEM IBM
Keyswitches IBM capacitive buckling springs
Earliest Appearance 1985
Original Keycaps PBT with dye-sublimated legends
Cover Colour Pearl White
Branding IBM silver square badge
Feet Removable feet
Protocol IBM 3104/3178-specific serial
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
Additional NotesAdditional Notes
Extra notes about this keyboard that may be of interest or are important to know.
Not known what 3178-Cx sub-type this is of