I just got this interesting keyboard, and with seldom photos of it online, I thought I'd take some photos inside and out for everyone.
As some background, the IBM 4683 was the company's first PC-based point of sale system. The system is also known for having a buckling springs-based keyboard (P/N 76X0035, aka, the "Model M/AT"). This P/N 76X0100 keyboard however is an ortholinear-style keyboard using Key Tronic foam & foil switches, both relative oddities for IBM.
My article with annotations: https://sharktastica.co.uk/articles/76X0100_explore
Exploring the IBM 4683 POS Matrix Keyboard P/N 76X0100
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- Location: Wales
- Main keyboard: '86 IBM F Bigfoot + '96 IBM M50
- Main mouse: Logitech MX Revolution
- Favorite switch: Cap B/S, BOX Navy
- Contact:
- sharktastica
- Location: Wales
- Main keyboard: '86 IBM F Bigfoot + '96 IBM M50
- Main mouse: Logitech MX Revolution
- Favorite switch: Cap B/S, BOX Navy
- Contact:
It's a shame indeed. That said, whenever I get a proper display cabinet, this is definitely a candidate for something to put into it.