No. 88671531
Apple Macintosh Portable M5120 - The Company's First Laptop - Macintosh - Without original box
No. 88671531
Apple Macintosh Portable M5120 - The Company's First Laptop - Macintosh - Without original box
Here for sale is the first personal computer from Apple: the Macintosh Portable M5120.
Released in 1989, it represents a pivotal chapter in computing history and is highly sought after by collectors for its rarity and significance in Apple's evolution. Though a commercial failure, discontinued after just one year, the Macintosh Portable made history as the first computer to send an email from space, cementing its place in technological lore. This particular unit is fully operational and has undergone a complete recapping, a critical restoration for this model, as many units were compromised by leaking capacitors. It boots flawlessly from its original Conner 40MB hard drive, and the original battery has been expertly retrofitted, ensuring optimal performance without changing his original look.
Included with this unit are its original manual, brochure, and travel case, along with a numerical keyboard that remains boxed and sealed—a rare find. The device is preloaded with various programs and games, with the option for additional software installation upon request. Will come with a new charger with the same specifications as the original one. Floppy reader untested.
This Macintosh Portable is an exceptional collector's piece, in perfectly working condition, and a key milestone in Apple's design legacy. Its historical significance and rarity make it a must-have for vintage computing enthusiasts and serious collectors alike.
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