SNKB-F1984-OBK-50

Original specs/details

Full Name IBM 4704 Model 100 Functional Keypad
Part NumberPart Number
The number used to describe this keyboard's specific release; usually specific for a target region, language or SKU, etc.
6019273
TypeType
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Model F 4704 Model 100 Functional Keypad (472X-100 type Model F)
NicknameNickname
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F50
Known Host SystemsKnown Host Systems
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IBM 4704-1 Display Terminal (IBM 4700 family)
IBM 4704-1 Enhanced Display Terminal (IBM 4700 family)
IBM 4704-2 Display Terminal (IBM 4700 family)
IBM 4704-3 Display Terminal (IBM 4700 family)
KeyswitchesKeyswitches
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IBM capacitive buckling springs
Original KeycapsOriginal Keycaps
The keyboard's original keycaps' material and text/symbol printing technique.
Transparent ABS
ProtocolProtocol
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IBM 4704-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 DE-9 cable
Form FactorForm Factor
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50% matrix
Accessories & Other FeaturesAccessories & Other Features
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Internal beeper
Production Date 1984-12-18
Acquisition Date 2022-09-29