8 Feb
2001
8 Feb
'01
8:24 a.m.
What was the first model Osboune computer that was
manufactured? I
picked up two Osbournes today, one is a model OCC-1 but the other doesn't
have a model number. It just says Osbourne 1 on the side of the case. The
O-1 has a permanently attached power cord instead of a detachable one and
there's no door over the compartment were the power cord attaches. The
compartment is also much shallower on the O-1.
The one that says 'Osborne' on the side of the case is the
later variety with the more rigid case, which should be a more
standard beige or similar color. The other should have a more yellow
colored case and would be the original model. It's case isn't quite
as sturdy. It did have a cover over where the power cord coils into
but it was totally detachable. It more or less just snapped into
place vice the hinged variety of the later models.
Jeff
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