What is it ?

Rich, I'm pretty sure what you have is one of the original Compaq portable PCs. This was Compaq's first machine and was one of the earliest clones of the first IBM PC. It was released late in 1982 or very early in 1983. The machine is nearly perfectly compatible with the IBM PC and should run any and all software designed for that machine. The screen should be a CGA equivalent and there will be a 9 pin D and composite output behind the sliding panel on the right side of the machine to which you can attach an external monitor. I've got a picture of mine up at: http://www.vintage-computer.com/compaq_portable.htm if you want to look for confirmation. Erik -----Original Message----- From: cctalk-admin(a)classiccmp.org [mailto:cctalk-admin@classiccmp.org] On Behalf Of loedman1(a)juno.com Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2002 9:11 PM To: cctalk(a)classiccmp.org Subject: What is it ? I recently acquired a rather aged Compaq "portable" that defies identification, the plate says Model: Compaq, Serial number: 002027. Size is 19 1/2 wide, 15 1/2 deep, 9 1/4 high with a 8 in "green screen".On the right side to the rear is a sliding cover over 5 slots, 3 filled, the left side slides open to expose the fan and switch and provides power cord storage. It has two 5 1/4 360k drives. The keyboard locks over the front for transport and it has a leather carrying handle on the back. Can anyone provide me any info on this machine Am also looking for info on a Kaypro 16, Dos machine Thanks, Rich