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"IBM Personal System/2 Model 30","IBM Announce",04-02-1987
The IBM Personal System/2(TM) Model 30
The IBM Personal System/2 Model 30 (IBM 8530) is a new
general-purpose computer system which provides enhanced
function beyond that established by the IBM Personal
Computer and PC XT(TM), especially in display graphics, at
lower prices to the customer. This system includes as
standard, many newly integrated features such as a graphics
adapter and parallel port. It also allows for the
attachment of many existing PC option cards for further
expansion.
The IBM Personal System/2 Model 30 is available in two
versions, Model 8530-002 with two 3.5 inch (720KB) diskette
drives, and Model 8530-021 with a 20 megabyte fixed disk and
a single diskette drive. All models have 640KB RAM, standard.
(TM) Trademark of the International Business Machines
Corporation
General Availability Date: April 1987
PRODUCT NUMBER:
8530-002
8530-021
HIGHLIGHTS
o High level of integrated function including graphics &
parallel port
o New graphics, standard, displays up to 256 colors or 64
shades of gray
o Approximately two times processor performance of 8088
based PC XT
o New design, smaller size with reduced power requirements
o One year warranty
o Evolution of IBM PC family systems, PC and PC XT
compatible
o World wide power supply; system setup switches eliminated
o Priced significantly less than comparable IBM PC XT
systems
DESCRIPTION
Common Features
The Personal System/2 Model 30 uses integration and advanced
technology to combine existing PC functions along with newly
integrated features such as a graphics adapter and parallel
port into a new general-purpose computer that increases base
function while reducing price. The system is based on an
8086 microprocessor, running at 8MHz, with no wait states to
system memory. Performance is further enhanced through the
use of a 16 bit wide data path to system memory. The result
is an internal processing speed approximately comparable to
the Personal Computer AT model 099 and approximately twice
that of the 8088 based PC XT. All models have the following
features:
o 640K-byte random access memory (RAM), 16 bit wide data
path to processor
o Integrated diskette adapter supporting up to two
720K-byte drives
o Multi Color Graphics Array (MCGA)
o Serial port
o Parallel port
o Mouse port
o Keyboard port
o IBM Enhanced Personal Computer Keyboard
o Time-of-day clock with extended life battery
o Socket for a math coprocessor
o Three general-purpose slots to accommodate PC, PC XT
option cards.
Multi Color Graphics Array, the graphics adapter function
that has been integrated into the planar, supports all
existing Color Graphics Adapter (CGA) modes when one of the
new IBM analog displays is attached; previously announced
IBM displays are not compatible. In addition to providing
existing CGA mode support, four new expanded modes are
included in MCGA.
o 640 by 480 by 2 colors -- all points addressable
o 320 by 200 by 256 colors -- all points addressable
o 40 by 25 by 16 colors -- text (8 X 16 character box)
o 80 by 25 by 16 colors -- text (8 X 16 character box)
The integrated graphics adapter will automatically use up to
64 shades of gray in converting color modes of operations
for display on the IBM Monochrome Display 8503. This allows
those who prefer a monochrome display to execute color based
applications.
Models
Model 30-002 Central processing unit (including keyboard),
with two 720K-byte diskette drives.
Model 30-021 Central processing unit (including keyboard),
with one 20M-byte fixed disk with integrated
controller, and a single 720K-byte diskette
drive.
Displays
o Personal System/2 Monochrome Display 8503 Model 001
o Personal System/2 Color Display 8512 Model 001
o Personal System/2 Color Display 8513 Model 001
o Personal System/2 Color Display 8514 Model 001
Note: Previously announced IBM displays are not compatible
with the IBM Personal System/2.
Features/Options
The following new features/options are announced to expand
the base function of the Personal System/2 Model 30:
Personal System/2 8087 Math Co-Processor (#5001) (#1501217):
This feature is a high-performance numeric data coprocessor
extension with floating point, extended integer, and BCD
data types. When installed, it works in parallel with other
system functions and enables the system to perform
high-speed arithmetic, logarithmetic functions, and
trigonometric operations.
Availability is April 1987.
Personal System/2 Speech Adapter (#5002) (#1501216): This
adapter allows the user to add voice capability to the IBM
8530. It provides two technologies for speech reproduction:
speech encoding (speech to data) and decoding (data to
speech) using a Continuously Variable Slope Delta (CVSD)
modulation technique and speech synthesis using Linear
Predictive Coding (LPC). Non-application-oriented software
support needed to control the Speech Adapter is incorporated
into an internal read only memory (ROM) module.
Limitations: The Speech Adapter and the 3278/79 Emulation
Adapter (#5724) (#83X9670) cannot be installed in the same
system unit.
Availability is April, 1987.
Related Features/Options/Products
The following new features/options/products are described in
related announcements and are supported for the Personal
System/2 Model 30.
PC Network Adapter II (#1220) (#1501220): This feature card
was specifically designed for connecting the Personal
System/2 Model 30 to a PC Network. It is compatible with the
form factor and bus design of the original IBM Personal
Computer, yet is designed to take advantage of Model 30's
greater processing speed.
PC Network Baseband Adapter (#1221) (#1501221): This
feature card was specifically designed for connecting the
Personal System/2 Model 30 to the PC Baseband Network. It is
compatible with the form factor and bus design of the
original IBM Personal Computer.
PC Network Baseband Extender (#5173) (#6134339): This
feature is the extender unit for the baseband PC Network.
It operates in any configuration of the baseband IBM PC
Network. It may not be required in small daisy chain
configurations. Consult the IBM Baseband Planning Guide for
further information.
5.25 Inch External Diskette Drive Adapter (#3000)
(#6450244): This attachment allows the 4869 to be connected
to the Personal System/2 Model 30-021. It is a half length
feature card and it occupies one expansion slot in the 8530
system. The back of the card has a 37-pin D-shell connector
which allows the 4869 external diskette drive unit to be
attached. The 8530 system "B" drive connector plugs onto the
2x20 edge connector on the feature card. When installed, it
becomes the "B" drive.
Prerequisites: An available slot in the 8530. Maximum: One
Personal System/2 Mouse (#3063) (#6450350): This system
pointing device is a two-button mechanical mouse for those
users whose applications are more efficiently operated using
this type device. The mouse plugs into the system unit and
no additional hardware features are required. It does not
require external power. A device driver is packaged with
each mouse for addition to the operating system.
IBM 2MB Expanded Memory Adapter (#3905) (#2685193): The IBM
2MB Expanded Memory Adapter provides 2MB of expanded memory
function and a standard parallel printer port. When utilized
with the 3270 Workstation Program, versions 1.0/1.1, it
provides a solution to users who have reached the 640 KB
limitation of their system memory in executing large
applications. The adapter will provide capability of MFI or
native mode, expanded memory function for up to 6 concurrent
DOS sessions, and the use of device drivers (EMS & VDISK) to
manipulate large amounts of data that expand the number of
applications that can be run on base systems.
IBM Personal System/2 Display Adapter (#4050) (#1887744):
This adapter offers support for text, image and graphics
applications. In addition to emulating and in some cases
enhancing the existing modes of the IBM Monochrome Display
and Printer Adapter, the IBM Color Graphics Display Adapter
and the IBM Enhanced Color Display Adapter, the following
new display modes are supported.
o 640 by 480 PELs in 16 colors or gray scales
o 720 by 400 PELs in 16 colors or gray scales
o 320 by 200 PELs in 256 colors or 64 gray scales
o 640 by 480 PELs in 2 colors
The IBM Personal System/2 Display Adapter provides support
for attachment of one of the following displays: the IBM
8503, 8512, 8513, or 8514.
General Purpose Interface Bus Cable (#5040) (#63X4882): The
General Purpose Interface Bus Cable provides the IEEE-488
communications link between the IBM Personal System/2 Model
30 and the IBM InfoWindow display.
Prerequisites: General Purpose Interface Bus Adapter
Customer Setup: Yes
IBM PC Music Feature (#6011) (#81X8630): This card contains
the necessary circuitry and logic to generate the musical
sounds of some 336 different voices/instruments. Up to eight
(8) notes may be played simultaneously from the 336
available. The card also contains four (4) external
connectors. One is for headphone listening, two for audio
output (left and right stereo), and one for musical
instrument digital interface (MIDI).
IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter Diskette (3.5 inch)
(#6042) (#67X0410): The IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter
Diskette (3.5 inch) is a duplication of the 5.25 inch
diskette provided with the IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter
and is required for IBM Personal System/2 Model 30 machines
which have 3.5 inch diskette input capabilities only. This
diskette contains the programming interface to the adapter
card and diagnostics necessary to test the adapter and
assist with ring problem determination. This capability is
required for all IBM Personal System/2 Model 30 machines
installed on an IBM Token-Ring Network.
IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter Hardware Maintenance and
Service Addendum (#6043) (#83X8851): This addendum is a
duplication of the 5.25 inch diskette provided with the
optional IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter Hardware
Maintenance and Service feature and is required only when it
is desirable to support an IBM Personal System/2 Model 30
under this option.
Enhanced Graphics Adapter Jumper Card (#6583) (#8575146):
This card provides an external synchronization from the IBM
4055 InfoWindow Display to allow overlay of text and
graphics stored on the IBM Personal System/2 Model 30 with
video stored on a video disc player.
The IBM EGA Jumper Card attaches to the feature connector of
the InfoWindow Enhanced Graphics Adapter and to the IBM
General Purpose Interface Bus.
IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive (#3363-A01, B01): The IBM 3363
Optical Disk Drive is a new high performance removable disk
storage device. It utilizes the high density characteristics
of optical storage technology to achieve very high capacity
(200 million bytes) on a small 130MM (5.25 inch) removable
disk. It is designed to attach to the Personal System/2
Model 30 via a special controller card which is inserted in
one of the Model 30's expansion slots. This card is included
with the 3363 model A01. Two drives can be attached to the
controller card yielding up to 400 MB of removable, write
once, on-line storage capacity. The 3363 model A01 attaches
as the first drive and the B01 attaches to the A01 as the
second drive.
Software, included with the drive, contains a file driver
providing commands which are compatible with most PC/DOS
magnetic disk commands. It also provides extensions to
PC/DOS supporting multiple versions of files and files of
greater than 32 MB. There is also a save/restore function
for versions of files, single files, groups of files, or all
files. It is recommended as an alternative to a fixed disk,
as a supplement to a fixed disk for higher capacity storage,
and for applications where removability of the disk is
important (e.g. security, archive, portable data, electronic
text, and personal disks for individual uses).
5.25 Inch External Diskette Drive (#4869-001): A 5.25 inch
external diskette drive (360K-byte) is available for
attachment to the Model 30-021 system unit to enhance
conversion or operation of present 5.25 inch system
applications. A universal power supply with auto-sensing for
line frequency and voltage is included. This drive does not
support diskettes prepared on 1.2MB drives, even when a
360K-byte format is used.
This drive requires the External Diskette Drive Adapter
(#3000) for operation with the Personal System/2 Model 30.
IBM Proprinter (#4201-002): This new Proprinter model is a
high-speed, near letter quality printer for attachment to
IBM Personal Computers, the Personal System/2 Model 30, and
compatible non-IBM PC hosts. This printer includes the
functions of the IBM Proprinter XL in addition to providing
an alternate NLQ font.
IBM Quietwriter(R) III Printer (#5202-001): The IBM
Quietwriter(R) III Printer is a very quiet, high speed,
non-impact, executive letter quality printer. The 5202 will
print in quality mode at burst speeds from 100 to 171
characters per second (cps), and in draft mode at burst
speeds from 160 to 274 cps. The 5202 has four embedded
fonts, optional pluggable fixed fonts (up to four fonts
each), and a pluggable downloadable font cartridge. The
printer also features two optional sheetfeeds; a single
drawer and a dual drawer with optional envelope attachment.
IBM Personal System/2 Monochrome Display 8503 (8503-001,
002, 003): This monochrome display has a 12-inch diagonal
picture tube with medium-persistence paper-white phosphor,
which provides a realistic environment for document
processing and gray-shade imaging. The characteristics of
this display make it suitable for text, graphics and image
presentation. The tilt/swivel base is standard.
IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8512 (8512-001, 002,
003): The IBM 8512 color display has a 14-inch diagonal
picture tube with a 0.41-millimeter pitch stripe format and
short-persistence phosphors. The stripe format is designed
for image presentation while still providing high-quality
text and graphics. The tilt/swivel base is optional.
IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8513 (8513-001, 002,
003): The 8513 color display has a 12-inch diagonal picture
tube with a 0.28-millimeter dot pitch format and
short-persistence phosphors. The dot format is designed for
text and graphics presentation while still providing
high-quality images. The tilt/swivel base is standard.
IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8514 (8514-001, 002,
003): The 8514 color display has a 16-inch diagonal picture
tube with a 0.31-millimeter dot pitch format and
medium-persistence phosphors. In its maximum addressable
mode, the characteristics of this display are suited for
text, graphics, and image presentation. The entire data area
of the screen is filled even though the mode of operation
addresses less than 1024 by 768 PELs. This would be true,
for example, when it is connected to the medium-range
display interface hardware. The tilt/swivel base is
standard.
ROLMphone 244PC (#46900 - RP244): This feature is a smart
voice and data communications telephone for personal
computers and systems in establishments having a ROLM CBX.
It combines a high-function digital ROLM telephone with a
data communications interface supporting the
industry-popular "AT" command set. The phone, coupled with
various software packages available from ROLM, IBM, and
independent software publishers, provides the user with a
powerful voice/data desktop communications tool. This
feature is only available through ROLM.
Accessory
Personal System/2 Data Migration Facility (#5003)
(#1501224): This connecting tool provides an easy method
for customer file transfers from an installed PC with a 5.25
inch diskette drive to the Personal System/2. It operates
via the printer cable on the existing system and the
parallel port on the new. The product packaging contains a
5.25 inch diskette with a "send" program, the connector
itself, and the appropriate instructions for use. A
"receive" program, also required, has been included on the
3.5 inch Starter Diskette packaged with each Personal
System/2. DOS is required for both the sending and
receiving systems. Level 2.0 or higher is required on the
sending system, and 3.30 for reception. The printer cable
must be attached to one of the following printer adapters on
the host PC, PC XT, or Personal Computer AT:
o Printer Adapter (#5200) (#1505200)
o Monochrome Display and Printer Adapter (#4900) (#1504900)
o Serial/Parallel Adapter (#0215) (#6450215)
Availability is April 1987.
Copying Licensed Programs: A. IBM grants you permission to
copy IBM Licensed Programs, using this Data Migration
Facility, to a new medium. No additional rights are granted
to you beyond those stated in your original IBM Program
License Agreement. Therefore use of an IBM program remains
restricted to one machine at a time unless otherwise stated
by IBM.
B. For non-IBM programs, consult the applicable license
agreement that governs its use or contact the program
supplier to determine restrictions on copying.
Since some programs are "copy protected" or may restrict the
number of copies, the user has the responsibility to assure
the copied program functions before erasing other copies of
the program. See attachment for the list of hardware
features/options and products supported.
Base Publications: The following publications are shipped
with the specific product and, except where noted, are also
available for purchase.
Part Number Title
68X2239 Setup Instructions
68X2230 Guide to Operations*
Options and Accessories Manuals
Part Number Title
6280152 Math Co-Processor
6280154 Speech Adapter
6280121 Data Migration Facility
* GTO is also available through the Technical Directory
mentioned below, and includes the Starter Diskette.
Separately Available Reference Materials: The following
publications are available for sale and can be obtained by
contacting an IBM Authorized Dealer or an IBM marketing
representative. They may also be obtained through the
Technical Directory, a copy of which is included with the
initial system documentation. Please see the Directory for
details.
Base Hardware Publications
Part Number Title
68X2201 Technical Reference Manual
68X2202 HMS Service Supplement
68X2203 HMS Reference Supplement
Technical Reference Supplements
Part Number Title
68X2225 720KB/1.44MB Diskette Drive
68X2205 Fixed Disk Drive
68X2207 Speech Adapter
SCHEDULE
General availability of the Personal System/2 Model 30 is
concurrent with announcement.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The system unit contains the following major functional
components:
o Intel 8086 microprocessor operating at 8MHz clock speed
- Zero wait states
- 16 bit wide data path to system memory
o 640K-byte random access memory (RAM)
o 64K-byte read-only memory (ROM)
- Automatic power-on self-test routines
- BASIC language interpreter
- IBM PC, PC XT compatible BIOS
o Integrated diskette adapter supporting up to two
720K-byte drives
o Direct Access Storage Devices (DASD)
- 3.5 inch 720K-byte diskette drive
-- Two included in Model 30-002
-- One included in Model 30-021
-- Supports industry standard 720K-byte format
- 3.5 inch 20M-byte fixed disk and integrated controller
-- Two included in Model 30-021
-- 80MS average access time
-- 180MS maximum access time
-- 512-bytes by 17 sector format
-- 20.8M-byte formatted capacity
o Serial port (COM 1)
- RS-232 compatible
- 25-pin, D-shell connector
o Parallel port (LPT 1)
- Centronics DIO capability
- Equivalent to printer adapter
- 25-pin, D-shell connector
o Keyboard port
o Enhanced Personal Computer Keyboard
o Mouse port
- For attachment of the Personal System/2 Mouse or
equivalent
o Integrated display adapter
- 64K multiport RAM for displays
- CGA compatible (31.5KHz double scanned)
- New modes: (31.5KHz)
-- 40 by 25 by 16 colors -- text (8 X 16 character
box)
-- 80 by 25 by 16 colors -- text (8 X 16 character
box)
-- 320 by 200 by 256 colors -- all points addressable
-- 640 by 480 by 2 colors -- all points addressable
- Palette of 262,144 colors
- Analog drive, subminiature 15-pin, D-shell connector
- 70Hz refresh rate in all but 640 by 480 mode
- Not compatible with digital monitors
- Loadable character font capability (512 characters)
- Color summing to 64 gray shades in BIOS for monochrome
display
o World wide power supply, with internal sensing
- Low range, 100 to 125 VAC
- High range, 200 to 240 VAC
- Frequency, 50 to 60 Hz
o Sound
- PC equivalent single sound controller
- Sound transducer
o PC, PC XT bus for adapters
- Three expansion slots available
o Time-of-day clock with battery
- Extended life battery.
Specified Operating Environment
Hardware Requirements: A minimum configuration consists of
either model of the Personal System/2, with a display. An
analog display is required, four of which are part of
today's announcement.
o Physical dimensions
- Size, 406 by 397 by 102 mm (16 by 15.6 by 4 in.)
- Approximate weight, 8 Kg (17.5 lbs) (Model 30-002)
- Pearl white color
o Operating Environment
- THA class B, 15 to 32 degrees C (60 to 90 degrees F),
- 8 to 80% humidity, altitude 0 to 2133 m (0 to 7000 ft)
- FCC, class B
- VDE, German RFA General Operating Permit (GOP)
- Safety standards - UL 478, CSA 154, IEC 380, and IEC
435
- Fragility, 36 in. drop in shipping container
o Acoustic
- Quieter than existing IBM PC systems
- Idle mean value at one meter: 32.7 dB
- Operating mean value at one meter: 34.6 dB
- Operating mean value at operator position, 0.6m:
- 37.5 dB
o Universal 70W power supply, with internal sensing, for
worldwide usage
- Current leakage is below 450 microamps
- Current leakage is additive when a display is powered
through the same line cord as the system
o Security features
- Through holes and cable keeper holes to help in
securing system
- Electromechanical lock on the Model 30-021
-- Electronically locks keyboard and mouse
-- Mechanically locks cover
Software Requirements: IBM Personal System/2 Model 30 users
require DOS 3.30.
Compatibility: The Personal System/2 Model 30 is compatible
with the IBM PC and PC XT at the BIOS level and at most
hardware interfaces. Most existing PC software and
nontiming-dependent options will work. Due to the Model 30's
high level of integration, options such as PC, PC XT memory
upgrades and graphic adapters are not supported. Specific
hardware products and options that have been tested and are
supported in the Personal System/2 Model 30 environment, are
listed in the attachment section.
Prerequisites: A minimum configuration consists of either
model of the Personal System/2, with a display. An analog
display is required. IBM Personal Computer DOS users
require DOS 3.30.
Limitations: The Personal System/2 does not support digital
display devices; an analog display is required. A number of
analog display devices have been announced concurrently with
the Personal System/2.
Cable Orders: There are no cabling requirements, other than
for system power, and to connect a display. Instructions are
provided as part of initial system setup.
Installability: Following the setup instructions, the user
attaches the keyboard and peripherals and installs any
special features. Power is then turned on and "setup" is run
as instructed on the screen. To simplify setup, the Personal
System/2 Model 30 has a universal power supply with internal
sensing and may, therefore, be used worldwide.
Additionally, there are no system setup switches.
Problem Determination: If a failure is found at initial
setup, an instruction appears on the screen. If the test is
successfully completed, the system attempts to load an
operating system first from the A drive, and then from the C
drive if present. If an operating system is not found, the
user is prompted, via an icon, to insert a diskette. A final
default is provided through use of a ROM loaded BASIC
interpreter as more fully explained in the Guide to
Operations (GTO).
The troubleshooting procedures consist of a power-on
self-test, diagnostic tests, and easy-to-follow
troubleshooting charts designed to assist the customer in
isolating a defective machine element. The failing element
can then be replaced or repaired under existing warranty
provisions.
Packaging: The IBM 8530 is packaged in two cartons:
o The system unit carton (P/N 8530002 or 8530021) contains
the system unit.
o The ship group carton (P/N 61X8767) contains:
- Setup instructions
- System unit power cord
- Enhanced Personal Computer Keyboard
- Keyboard cable
- Guide to Operations manual with Starter Diskette
- Technical Directory
- Customer Response Form
Security and auditability features of the Personal System/2
Model 30 include through holes and cable keeper holes to
help in securing the system to a desk or table and an
electromechanical lock on Model 30-021 to allow the user to
lock the keyboard, mouse and system cover.
User management is responsible for evaluation, selection,
and implementation of security features, administrative
procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems
and communications facilities.
Warranty Period: 1 year.
Warranty Service Support Category: "CCR" - Customer
Carry-In Repair
Supplies: The following supply item is available for the
IBM Personal System/2 Model 30.
Part Number Description
6404107 3.5 Inch, 1.0 Megabyte Diskette (10-Pack)
Note: The 2.0 megabyte diskette (6404078) is not supported.
Customer Setup: Yes.
CHARGES
Single
Unit
Part Support Purchase
Number Category Description Price
8530002 CCR Processor, $1,695.00
2 diskettes
8530021 CCR Processor, 2,295.00
1 diskette,
1 fixed disk
Single
Unit
Sup. Purchase g.
Number Cat. Description Price y.
1501217 + Math
Co-Processor $310.00
1501216 + Speech Adapter 345.00
Accessory
1501224 N/A Data Migration
Facility 33.00 4
+ CCE/CCR
Single Unit Price: These reflect the prices for single
units purchased directly from IBM and are subject to change
without notice. These prices are for informational purposes
only and shall not limit in any way the Dealer's ability to
set its own prices and charges for IBM products.
Terms And Conditions -- Features/Options
Warranty
Warranty Period: 1 Year: Warranty Service Support
Category: CCE/CCR - Customer Carry-In Exchange or Repair.
If warranty period service is required, the Dealer will
provide Carry-In Warranty Service (Either CCE or CCR as
designated in the Statement of Limited Warranty or shown in
the price schedule as CCE/CCR) during the Dealer's normal
business hours, for all products which the Dealer is approve
to market, providing the end user presents a valid proof of
purchase, from IBM or an IBM Authorized Dealer/Approved
Reseller, along with the product.
/*
"IBM Personal System/2 Model 50","IBM Announce",04-02-1987
IBM Personal System/2(TM) Model 50
The IBM Personal System/2 Model 50 introduces advanced design and
technology and a new Micro Channel(TM) Architecture. to provide
significant price/performance enhancements for desktop computing and
workstations. The 10MHz INTEL 80286 microprocessor offers
application growth capabilities and is designed to
maintain software compatibility with most current IBM personal
computer programs. A high level of feature integration on the system
board reduces optional adapter requirements. When configured with
the new analog displays, the IBM 8550's new Video Graphics Array
(VGA) provides enhanced performance, increased display functions, and
increased color availability. The system includes a 1.44MB, 3.5-inch
diskette drive and a 20MB fixed disk drive. Besides the new mouse,
memory, math co-processor, and diskette drive options, new
connectivity options (dual asynchronous, multi-protocol, and modem
adapters) allow the IBM 8550 to communicate with a variety of hosts
and networks.
(TM) Trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation.
General Availability:
IBM 8550 and Options: April 1987
1.44MB Diskette Drive Option: Third quarter 1987
Product Number:
8550-021
HIGHLIGHTS
The IBM 8550 features the following:
o New Micro Channel Architecture with a 16-bit bus
o Increased processing speed (80286/10MHz)
o Improved multitasking and communications capabilities
o New level of graphics and text quality
o A 20MB fixed disk and 1.44MB, 3.5-inch diskette drive
o High level of feature integration on the system board
o Ease of installation and configuration
o Universal, automatic voltage-sensing power supply
DESCRIPTION
The IBM Personal System/2 Model 50 is a desktop, entry-level
introduction into IBM's new System/2 family with Micro Channel
Architecture.
The system unit features a 10MHz microprocessor, ROM BASIC and 1MB of
memory on the system board, expandable to 7MB with memory options.
The IBM 8550 comes standard with a 1.44MB, 3.5-inch diskette drive, a
20MB fixed disk drive, a disk controller, a keyboard port, a
serial/asynchronous port, a parallel port, a pointing device port,
and a Video Graphics Array (VGA) port: this port supports graphics
and text modes (including 640 x 480 graphics, 320 x 200 graphics in
256 colors, and 720 x 400 text), and yet maintains compatibility with
CGA and EGA modes.
The system has two levels of BIOS that total 128KB. There is a
compatibility BIOS (CBIOS) with memory addressability of up to 1
megabyte that provides compatible support for current application
programs. An additional version of BIOS, Advanced BIOS (ABIOS),
provides support for multitasking operating systems and has extended
memory addressability up to 16 megabytes. (However, the physical
memory capacity of the IBM 8550 is limited to 7MB.)
This high level of feature integration on the system board reduces
the requirement for optional adapters. In addition, the system is
designed for tool-free installation and includes security features in
both BIOS/CMOS and an external keylock.
Additional features of the system unit include: four (4) 16-bit I/O
slots (with one slot occupied by the disk controller adapter), a
94-watt, automatic voltage-sensing, universal power supply, a time
and date clock with battery backup, an additional position for a
second 3.5-inch diskette drive, and the IBM Enhanced Personal
Computer Keyboard.
The IBM 8550 supports the new IBM 8503, 8512, 8513 and 8514 analog
displays which together with the new VGA built-in function provide
significant enhancements to graphics and text capabilities. The
ability to display more colors using larger palettes with enhanced
addressability widely expands new application opportunities.
The following new features are also announced to provide additional
capabilities. These features are supported on the IBM 8550 and 8560.
o An IBM Personal System/2 80287 Math Co-Processor (10MHz)
o An IBM Personal System/2 80286 Memory Expansion Option (.5MB/2MB)
for memory expansion up to 7MB on the IBM 8550 and up to 15MB on
the IBM 8560
o An IBM Personal System/2 80286 Memory Expansion Kit (512KB) with
memory modules for the Memory Expansion Option
These new features are also announced and are supported on the IBM
8550, 8560, and 8580.
o An IBM Personal System/2 Dual Async Adapter/A supporting two
RS232C ports
o An IBM Personal System/2 Multi-Protocol Adapter/A supporting
asynchronous, bisynchronous, HDLC, or SDLC protocols
o An IBM Personal System/2 Mouse, a 2-button mechanical pointing
device
o An IBM Personal System/2 1.44MB Diskette Drive, providing a second
device for 3.5-inch media
o An IBM Personal System/2 300/1200 BPS Internal Modem/A
Other associated features and accessories are described in related
announcements to support a variety of local area network and host
connectivity environments and provide other capabilities including:
o IBM 3270 Connection Adapter
o System 36/38 Work Station Emulation Adapter
o IBM Personal System/2 PC Network Adapter II/A
o IBM Personal System/2 PC Network Baseband Adapter/A
o IBM Personal System/2 Token-Ring Network Adapter/A
o Scanner adapters that support the IBM 3117 and 3118 Scanners
o An external diskette drive and adapter that support
5.25-inch/360KB diskette data transfer and conversion
o A high-function graphics adapter and memory kit providing 1024 x
768 resolution in 256 colors for support of the new IBM 8514 Color
Display
o An external optical disk drive supporting up to 200MB in a
"write-once-read many" mode.
o A data migration accessory for transferring data directly from
another personal computer.
Refer to the appropriate announcement letters for further
information.
Performance
The 80286 10MHz 16-bit microprocessor coupled with the new Micro
Channel Architecture allows the IBM 8550 to perform approximately 20%
faster than the IBM Personal Computer XT(TM) Model 286.
A Disk Cache program is available on the Reference Diskette (included
in the Quick Reference manual), which the user can install with IBM
DOS 3.3. This program is designed to provide enhanced disk
performance for most applications.
(TM) Trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation.
System Features
New Features -- IBM 8550
o IBM Personal System/2 80286 Memory Expansion Option (#3006)
(6450344)
The 80286 Memory Expansion Option provides 512KB of memory as
standard. Up to three 80286 Memory Expansion Kits (#3012)
(6450345), with 512KB each, can be added to the expansion option
to provide a total of 2MB of memory for each card.
Up to three fully-populated Memory Expansion Options can be
installed in the IBM 8550 to provide 6MB of memory on the system
in addition to the 1MB standard on the system board. No switch
setting is required. This option requires an expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 80286 Memory Expansion Kit (#3012) (6450345)
The 80286 Memory Expansion Kit provides 512KB of memory and can
only be installed on the 80286 Memory Expansion Option (#3006)
(6450344). No switch setting is required. Up to three kits can
be installed on each Memory Expansion Option.
o IBM Personal System/2 80287 Math Co-Processor (#3001) (6450356)
The 10MHz 80287 Math Co-Processor provides additional processing
power and performance for application programs requiring many or
repetitive arithmetic calculations. The 80287 conforms to the
ANSI/IEEE floating-point standard. This feature is installed in
the Math Co-Processor socket on the system board and does not
require an expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 1.44MB Diskette Drive (#3057) (6450353)
This feature is a double-sided, 3.5-inch diskette drive that
supports 3.5-inch media providing 1.44MB of formatted storage
capacity. The drive uses the diskette controller on the system
planar board. When installed, it becomes the B drive.
The drive will operate in two modes, low-density and high-density.
In low-density mode, it is compatible with the 720KB (3.5-inch)
diskette drive. In high-density mode, it doubles the data
capability to 1.44MB and the data rate to 500K bps.
The 1.44MB Diskette Drive formats, reads, and writes either 1MB or
2MB diskettes. The 1.44MB Diskette Drive should not be used to:
- Format a 1MB diskette as 1.44MB, or
- Format a 2MB diskette as 720KB
Technical Data: Size:
o Height: 41 mm (1.6 in.)
o Width: 102 mm (4.0 in.)
o Depth: 150 mm (5.9 in.)
o Weight: 0.68 kg (1.5 lb.)
Media:
o 3.5-inch ANSI compatible
o Media Capacity (2MB) -- high-density mode
- Unformatted
2MB (1MB per side)
12.5KB per track
- Formatted
1.44MB (720KB per side)
9KB per track
Track Density: 135 tracks per inch
Tracks: 80
Number of Heads: 2
Transfer Rate: 500,000 bps (MFM) -- high density mode
Access Time:
Track to track: 6 ms
Seek settle time: 15 ms
Motor start time: 500 ms (maximum)
Disk Speed: 300 rpm +/- 1.5%
o IBM Personal System/2 Multi-Protocol Adapter/A (#3042) (6450348)
This feature provides a full-duplex or half-duplex multi-protocol
serial data transmission channel. It supports asynchronous,
bisynchronous, HDLC, or SDLC protocols. It will support modems or
direct attachment. The option is programmable at speeds of up to
19,200 bps and supports automatic protocol switching via software
at setup. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Dual Async Adapter/A (#3033) (6450347)
This feature provides asynchronous communications on two
independent RS232C ports. The feature is programmable and
supports communications speeds from 50 to 19,200 bps. This
adapter supports signal transmission across 50 feet of cable.
A maximum of three Dual Async Adapters can be physically attached
providing a total of seven serial ports (one on the system board
plus two per adapter). Total system load will limit the practical
number of ports and the speed of each port. This adapter requires
one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 300/1200 Internal Modem/A (#0349) (6450349)
The 300/1200 Internal Modem/A provides the capability to transmit
data in duplex mode over the Public Switched Telephone Network at
300 or 1200 bits per second and supports the AT Command set. The
300/1200 modem is compatible with the Bell 212A and 103 practice
(asynchronous only) recommendation for transmitting data over the
Public Switched Telephone Network. Compatible IBM modems include:
IBM Personal Computer 1200 bits per second Modem (internal) and
the IBM 5841 Modem (asynchronous mode only). A seven-foot
communications cable and a diagnostic diskette are supplied with
the modem adapter. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Mouse (#8770) (6450350)
The two-button mechanical mouse is available for applications that
operate more efficiently using a pointing device. The mouse
attaches to the system pointing device port and requires no
additional hardware features or external power. A device driver
is packaged with each mouse for addition to the operating system.
The IBM Mouse is ergonomically designed to fit in the hand and
uses mechanical motion detection to indicate the "x" and "y"
movement to the system. Two push-button switches transmit states
directly to the system. The IBM Mouse is connected to the system
with a thin, 9-foot long shielded, four-conductor cable. The
connector has a special overmolding for ease of connection to the
system pointing device port on the IBM 8530, 8550, 8560, and 8580.
New Related Products and Features
o IBM Personal System/2 80286 Expanded Memory Adapter/A (#3920)
(1497252)
IBM Personal System/2 80286 Expanded Memory Adapter/A is a 2MB
memory adapter for IBM Personal System/2 Models 50 and 60
providing 2MB of expanded memory function. The adapter requires
and supports the device drivers resident within the IBM 3270
Workstation Program, Versions 1.0 and 1.1. The adapter will also
operate as contiguous memory with IBM Operating System/2 Standard
and Extended Editions.
o IBM Personal System/2 Monochrome Display 8503 (8503-001)
The IBM 8503 Monochrome Display has a 12-inch diagonal picture
tube with paper-white phosphor, which provides a realistic
appearance for document processing and gray-shade imaging. The
characteristics of this display make it suitable for text,
graphics and image applications. The tilt/swivel base is
standard.
o IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8512 (8512-001)
The IBM 8512 Color Display has a 14-inch diagonal picture tube
with a 0.41-millimeter pitch stripe phosphors format. The stripe
format is designed for image presentation while still providing
high-quality text and graphics. The tilt/swivel base is optional.
o IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8513 (8513-001)
The IBM 8513 Color Display has a 12-inch diagonal picture tube
with a 0.28-millimeter dot pitch phosphors format. The dot format
is designed for text and graphics presentation while still
providing high-quality images. The tilt/swivel base is standard.
o IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8514 (8514-001)
The IBM 8514 color display has a 16-inch diagonal picture tube
with a 0.31-millimeter dot pitch phosphors format. In its maximum
addressable mode, the characteristics of this display are suited
for text, graphics, and image presentation. The entire data area
of the screen is filled, even though the mode of operation
addresses less than 1024 by 768. This is true, for example, when
it is connected to an integrated display adapter. The tilt/swivel
base is standard.
o IBM Personal System/2 Display Adapter 8514/A (#4054) (1887972)
When configured with the IBM 8514 Color Display, this adapter is
suited for applications that require advanced function, high
performance and large screen content (1024 x 768 format). It also
supports the IBM 8503 Monochrome Display as well as the IBM 8512
and 8513 Color Displays.
A Memory Expansion Kit (#4081) can be attached to provide enhanced
color capabilities. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive (A11, B01)
The IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive is a new high-performance
removable disk storage device. It utilizes the high density
characteristics of optical storage technology to achieve very high
capacity (200MB) on a 130MM (5.25-inch) removable disk. It is
designed to attach to the Personal System/2 Model 50 via a special
controller card inserted in one of the expansion slots of the
Model 50. This card is included with the IBM 3363 Model A11. Two
drives can be attached to the controller card and up to three
controller cards may be inserted into the IBM 8550, yielding up to
1.2GB of removable, write once, online storage capacity. The IBM
3363 Model A11 attaches as the first drive and the B01 attaches to
the A11 as the second drive.
Software included with the drive contains a file driver providing
commands compatible with most PC DOS magnetic disk commands. It
also provides extensions to PC DOS supporting multiple versions of
files and files of greater than 32MB. There is also a
Save/Restore function for versions of files, single files, groups
of files, or all files. It is recommended as an alternative to a
fixed disk, as a supplement to a fixed disk for higher capacity
storage, and for applications where removability of the disk is
important (for example, security, archive, portable data,
electronic text, and personal disks for individual uses).
o IBM Personal System/2 5.25-inch External Diskette Drive
(#4869-001)
A 5.25-inch external diskette drive (360KB) is available for
attachment to the IBM Personal System/2 to enhance conversion or
operation of present 5.25-inch system applications. A universal
power supply with auto-sensing for line frequency and voltage is
included. This drive does not support diskettes prepared on 1.2MB
drives, even when a 360KB format is used. This drive requires the
External Diskette Drive Adapter/A (#8760) for operation with the
IBM 8550, 8560, and 8580.
o IBM Personal System/2 5.25-inch External Diskette Drive Adapter/A
(#8760) (6450245)
This feature allows the IBM 4869 5.25-inch External Diskette Drive
to be connected to the IBM 8550 System Unit. The feature consists
of an adapter card, an internal cable assembly, and a feature
card. The adapter card plugs into the connector for the 3.5-inch
B drive. The internal cable is a 34-pin flat cable and is used to
connect the two cards. When installed, it becomes the B drive.
This adapter requires one expansion slot and an open B drive
position.
o IBM Personal System/2 6157 Tape Drive Adapter (#4160) (92X1458)
This adapter supports attachment of the IBM 6157 Streaming Tape
Drive to the IBM 8580 System Unit. This tape drive provides fast,
convenient save/restore and data interchange capability for the
IBM 8550 System Unit. A diagnostic diskette is included with this
adapter. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Token-Ring Network Adapter/A (#4790)
(69X8138)
The IBM Token-Ring Network Adapter/A contains a microprocessor
operating under control of adapter resident microcode. The
adapter transmits and receives at a speed of 4 million bits per
second using protocols conforming to IEEE 802.5 and ECMA 89
standards. The adapter provides logical link control functions
conforming with the IEEE 802.2 standard. The adapter provides
16KB of random access memory (RAM) and provides all of the
function of the IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter (#3391)
(6339100) and the IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter II (#5063)
(67X0438).
A diskette is included with the adapter that contains an adapter
diagnostic program and a single-ring network diagnostic program.
The adapter diagnostic program is used to verify the correct
operation of the adapter. The ring diagnostic program is used as
an aid in network problem determination. Permanent and
recoverable error conditions are detected, and information on the
probable source of the error is presented.
The installation and testing document is included with the adapter
to assist with the adapter installation. This adapter requires
one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 PC Network Adapter II/A (#1222) (1501222)
Attachment to a new or existing PC Network is provided via this
feature. The PC Network adapter runs at 2 megabits per second,
broadband. Network protocol is CSMA/CD. PC Network connected
systems are ideal for small to medium-size networks (small
business/departmental). This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 PC Network Baseband Adapter/A (#1223)
(1501223)
The PC Network Baseband Adapter/A is a feature card that includes
a modular baseband modem for connecting the IBM 8550 System Unit
to the PC Network. The adapter features a 2 megabit per second
transmission speed with a CSMA/CD access protocol and supports the
Token-Ring 802.2/LLC protocols via IBM Local Area Network Support
Program. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM System 36/38 Workstation Emulation for the IBM System/2
Adapter and Quick Reference (#6279) (69X6279)
This adapter provides attachment capability to the IBM System/36
and IBM System/38 and is attached via the normal twinaxial
interface using the IBM System 36/38 Workstation Emulation
Attachment Cable (#6293) (69X6293).
Diagnostic Diskette, Quick Reference Manual, Hardware Maintenance
Service, Maintenance Reference and Technical Reference Manuals are
available separately. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM 3270 Connection (#2000) (83X9702)
This feature expands the capability of the IBM 8550 by providing
coaxial cable attachment to the IBM 3174, 3274 and 3276 Control
Unit, the 4321, 4331 or 4361 Processor Display/Printer Adapter,
the 4361 Workstation Adapter, the 9370 Workstation Subsystem
Controller, or the 4701 Finance Communication Controller. A quick
reference manual and a diagnostic diskette is included with this
adapter. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 3117 Adapter/A (#1029) (65X1925)
The 3117 Adapter/A provides the capability of attaching the IBM
3117 Scanner to the IBM 8550. The 3117 Adapter/A provides the
function of 3117 mechanical control, CCD (Charged Couple Devices)
image sensor control, and video signal processing to capture image
data from IBM 3117 Scanner operations. An IBM 3117 Cable (IBM
3117 Scanner (#3005) (6456807) is required for connecting the
adapter to the IBM 3117 Scanner. This adapter requires one
expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 High Speed Adapter/A (#1028) (65X1905)
The High Speed Adapter/A provides an RS-422A standard industry
interface for attachment of the IBM 3118 Scanner or the IBM 3117
Scanner with Extension Unit attachment to the IBM 8550. The High
Speed Adapter/A permits the IBM 3118 Scanner or the IBM 3117
Scanner with Extension Unit to send image data to the IBM 8550 at
a maximum speed of 1 megabit per second, using the RS-422A
communication interface. The High Speed Adapter/A is programmable
and supports asynchronous and synchronous communications
protocols.
The Serial Adapter Cable (IBM Personal Computer 5170 (#0217)
(6450217) is required for connecting the adapter to an IBM 3117
Scanner configured with the IBM 3117 Extension Unit or an IBM 3118
Scanner. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o ROLMphone(R) 244PC (#46900)
This feature is a smart voice and data communications telephone
for personal computers and systems in establishments having a
ROLM(R) CBX. It combines a high-function digital ROLM telephone
with a data communications interface supporting the
industry-popular AT command set. The phone, coupled with various
software packages available from ROLM, IBM, and independent
software publishers, provides the user with a powerful voice/data
desktop communications tool. This feature is only available
through ROLM.
(R) Registered trademarks of ROLM Corporation.
Cables
o IBM Serial Adapter Cable (#0217) (6450217)
o IBM Serial Adapter Connector (#0242) (6450242)
o IBM Communications Adapter Cable (#2067) (1502067)
o IBM Printer Adapter Cable (#5612) (1525612)
o IBM Token-Ring PC Adapter Cable (#3390) (6339098)
o IBM PC Network Baseband Adapter Cable (#1229) (1501229)
o IBM Cabling System PC Network Baseband Network Baseband Cable
(#1227) (1501227)
Accessories
o IBM Personal System/2 Data Migration Facility (#5003) (1501224)
This connecting tool provides an easy method for customer file
transfers from an installed personal computer with a 5.25-inch
diskette drive to the Personal System/2. It operates via the
printer cable on the existing system and the parallel port on the
new system. The product packaging contains a 5.25-inch diskette
with a send program, the connector itself, and the appropriate
instructions for use. A receive program, also required, has been
included on the 3.5-inch starter diskette packaged with each
Personal System/2. DOS is required for both the sending and
receiving systems. Level 2.0 or higher is required on the sending
system, and 3.30 for reception. The printer cable must be
attached to one of the following printer adapters on the host IBM
Personal Computer, Personal Computer XT, or Personal Computer AT:
Printer Adapter (#5200) (1505200)
Monochrome Display and
Printer Adapter (#4900) (1504900)
Serial/Parallel Adapter (#0215) (6450215)
Availability is April 1987.
Copying Licensed Programs:
A IBM grants the user permission to copy IBM licensed programs, using
this Data Migration Facility, to a new medium. No additional
rights are granted to the user beyond those stated in the original
IBM Program License Agreement. Therefore, use of an IBM program
remains restricted to one machine at a time unless otherwise stated
by IBM.
B For non-IBM programs, the user should consult the applicable
license agreement that governs its use or contact the program
supplier to determine restrictions on copying.
Since some programs are "copy protected" or may restrict the number
of copies, the user has the responsibility to assure the copied
program functions before erasing other copies of the program.
I/O Devices Supported Include:
o Displays
- 8503 Monochrome Display (Model 001)
- 8514 Color Display (Model 001)
- 8513 Color Display (Model 001)
- 8512 Color Display (Model 001)
o Printers
- 3812 Model 1 Page Printer
- 3852 Model 2 Color Jetprinter
- 4201 Model 1 Proprinter
- 4202 Proprinter/XL
- 5201 Model 1 Quietwriter
- 5201 Model 2 Quietwriter 2 APA
- 5202 Quietwriter III
- 5216 Model 2 Wheelprinter
- 5223 Model 1 Wheelprinter E
- 4201 Proprinter II
- 4207 Proprinter/X24
- 4208 Proprinter/XL24
o Plotters
- IBM 6184 Color Plotter
- IBM 6180 Color Plotter
- IBM 6186 Model 1, 2 Color Plotter
- IBM 7372 Color Plotter
- IBM 7374 Color Plotter
- IBM 7375 Model 1, 2 Color Plotter
o Scanners
- 3117 Scanner
- 3118 Scanner
o Tape Drive
- IBM 6157 Streaming Tape Drive
o Other Devices
- 4869 5.25-Inch External Diskette Drive
- IBM 3363 Optical Disk Storage Unit(external)
- ROLMphone 244PC(#46900)
- IBM 80286 Expanded Memory Adapter/A (FC #3920 - Item #1497252)
o Cables
- IBM Serial Adapter Cable (feature #0217 -- item #6450217)
- IBM Serial Adapter Connector (feature #0242 -- item #6450242)
- IBM Communications Adapter Cable (feature #2067 -- item
#1502067)
- IBM Printer Cable (FC #5612 -Item #1525612)
- IBM Token Ring PC Adapter Cable (FC #3390 - Item #6339098)
- IBM PC Network Baseband Adapter Cable (FC #1229 - Item
#1501229)
- IBM Cabling System PC Network Baseband Cable (FC #1227 - Item
#150122
PUBLICATIONS
Standard publications have been significantly reduced in size by
incorporating most operator information along with diagnostic and
utility programs on the system Quick Reference diskette.
Publications are available for purchase.
The following publications are included in the ship group for each
system unit shipped:
o A Setup Sheet contains wordless instructions for setting up the
System Unit, keyboard, and display.
o IBM 8550 Quick Reference manual contains an introduction to the
computer, option installation instructions, and trouble shooting
instructions. Designed for ease of use, it is brief with color
art on many of the pages.
o The Reference Diskette contains a system tutorial, diagnostics,
and utilities.
o The technical directory is a listing of publications available for
purchase.
Order Part
Number Number
8550 Quick Reference Manual 68X2247
8550 Setup Sheet 68X2246
Additional copies will be available.
Documentation available for purchase includes:
o Hardware Maintenance Library
These publications provide the information needed to isolate and
repair field replaceable units. The Hardware Maintenance
Reference topics include: product descriptions, diagnostic
overviews, and repair information. The Hardware Maintenance
Service includes a Reference Diskette containing advanced
diagnostics, and its topics include: diagnostic MAPs, parts
catalogs, and a sympton-to-FRU index. Wrap plugs are not included
and must be purchased separately.
Part
Description Number
Hardware Maintenance
Service 68X2222
Hardware Maintenance
Reference 68X2221
300/1200 Modem/A
Supplement 68X2274
Additional copies will be available.
o Technical Manuals
- The Technical Reference manual is intended for use by engineers
and programmers who are developing hardware and software for
use with the IBM 8550 and IBM 8560 systems.
Major topics include: system bus interface, adapter design,
system board components and operation, system board I/O
controllers, power supply, keyboard, instruction sets,
characters and keystrokes, and compatibility. BIOS listings
and interface information are not included.
- The Personal System/2 and Personal Computer BIOS Interface
Manual documents the BIOS interface for the IBM Personal
System/2 and IBM Personal Computers.
- Feature Technical References:
These publications are intended for use by engineers and
programmers who are developing hardware and software for use
with the features. Each publication includes a description of
the feature, programming considerations, interface information,
connector information, and specifications and may be purchased
separately.
Part
Description Number
Technical Reference
(System) 68X2224
Technical Reference
(BIOS) 68X2260
Technical Reference
20MB Fixed Disk
Drive 68X2219
Technical Reference Fixed
Disk Adapter 68X2226
Technical Reference
Multi-Protocol
Adapter 68X2220
Technical Reference
720KB/1.44MB Diskette
Drive 68X2225
Technical Reference
Dual Asynch
Adapter 68X2217
Technical Reference
Mouse 68X2229
Technical Reference
Memory Expansion
(80286) 68X2227
Technical Reference
Internal
Modem/A 68X2275
o Other Documentation
The installation instructions for options contain the instructions
to install the option, a warranty, and where appropriate, basic
operational instructions. These publications are shipped with the
options.
SCHEDULE
General availability of the IBM 8550 and options is April 1987.
General availability of the 1.44MB Diskette Drive option is third
quarter 1987.
The IBM Personal System/2 Model 50(IBM 8550) is a desktop,
entry-level member of IBM's new Micro Channel Architecture family of
systems. The IBM 8550 is a high-function desk top system, well
suited for sophisticated connectivity applications and multiple
resident personal productivity applications. The IBM 8550 can be
used as a stand-alone personal system or as a well-connected,
intelligent workstation in LAN and gateway applications.
The IBM 8550, with its 10MHz 80286 microprocessor, offers performance
improvement over existing IBM Personal Computers and should be
considered where additional processing speed, enhanced graphics
capability, and multitasking are required.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
20MB Fixed Disk Drive
o 80ms average access time
o 180ms maximum access time
o 512 bytes per sector
o 17 sectors per track
o 20.8MB formatted capacity
Physical Specifications:
o Dimensions:
Width -- 360mm (14.1 inches)
Depth -- 420mm (16.5 inches)
Height-- 140mm (5.5 inches)
o Weight:
9.55Kg (21 lbs.)
o Electrical:
90 -- 137 VAC; 50 -- 60 Hz;
180 -- 265 VAC; 50 -- 60 Hz
o Ambient Air Temperature:
System on: 15.6-32.2(degs)C (60-90(degs)F)
System off: 10-43(degs)C (50-100(degs)F)
o Humidity:
System on: 8-80% RH
System off: 20-80% RH
o BTU Output:
494 BTU/Hr
o Noise Level:
Class 1
o FCC Class: B
o UL 478, 5th edition
Hardware Requirements: An analog display must be selected.
Medical Environment: The IBM 8550 is specifically designed to meet
current leakage requirements established by the National Fire
Protection Code NFPA76B for data processing use in hospital
environments.
The current leakage of the IBM 8550 will not exceed 500 microamps.
Please consult local ordinances, the National Fire Protection and UL
codes for specific details on use in a hospital environment.
Software Requirements: The following operating systems, also
announced today, support the IBM 8550.
IBM Personal Computer DOS 3.3.
IBM 3270 Workstation Program Version 1.1 supports the IBM 8550.
IBM Operating System/2 Standard Edition
IBM Operating System/2 Extended Edition.
Compatibility: The IBM 8550 is designed to maintain compatibility
with most software currently operating under IBM DOS on the IBM
Personal Computer XT(TM) and the IBM Personal Computer AT(R).
Prerequisites: The IBM 8550 requires an analog display (IBM 8503,
8512, 8513, 8514), or equivalent display.
Limitations: The IBM 8550 supports a maximum of 7MB of memory.
Customer Responsibility: The IBM 8550 is designated as customer
setup (CSU). Installation instructions are included with the system
and features. CSU allowance is one day.
Cable Orders: There are no cabling requirements, other than for
system power, keyboard, and display connections. The cables are
provided with the system unit and display and the instructions are
provided as part of initial setup. Information on options that
require cabling is included in the Systems Features listing in this
letter.
Installability: Following wordless, easy-to-use set-up instructions,
the user attaches the keyboard and display and starts the Reference
Diskette. Power is then turned on and "Set Configuration" is run
after the computer has successfully completed the internal self-test.
Problem Determination: If a failure is found at initial
installation, and if the Reference diskette is in drive A, an
instruction will appear on the screen. If the test is successfully
completed, the system attempts to load an operating system from the A
drive. If an operating system is not found, the system attempts to
load one from the C fixed disk drive. If an operating system is not
found, the user will be prompted to insert a diskette via an icon. A
final default is provided through the use of a ROM-loaded BASIC
interpreter, as explained in the Quick Reference manual.
Packaging: The IBM 8550 will be packaged in two separate cartons:
o The system unit carton (P/N 6134313) contains the system unit.
o The ship group carton (P/N 6279226) contains:
- Customer Setup Sheet (includes Inventory List)
- Quick Reference Manual with Reference Diskette and Technical
Directory
- System Unit Power Cord
- Keyboard Cable (6 ft.)
- Keyboard (U.S.)
The keylock, a standard feature on the IBM 8550, provides physical
security for the system components. An additional level of security
is provided by a user-invoked password capability on the reference
diskette.
User management is responsible for evaluation, selection, and
implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and
appropriate controls in application systems and communications
facilities.
Warranty Period: 1 Year
Warranty Service Support Category: "CCR" - Customer Carry-In Repair
CHARGES
Single
Unit
Part Purchase
Number Description Price*
8550021 IBM 8550
System Unit $3,595.00
6450356 80287
Coprocessor $525.00
6450344 Memory
Expansion
Option $549.00
6450345 Memory
Expansion
Kit $165.00
6450353 1.44MB
Diskette Drive $245.00
6450347 Dual Asynch
Adapter/A $210.00
6450348 Multiprotocol
Adapter/A $295.00
6450349 Internal
Modem/A $395.00
6450350 Mouse $95.00
* Single Unit Price: These reflect the prices for single units
purchased directly from IBM and are subject to change without notice.
These prices are for informational purposes only and shall not limit
in any way the Dealer's ability to set its own prices and charges for
IBM products.
PUBLICATIONS
Number Description
68X2246 8550 Setup
Sheet
68X2222 HMS
Manual
68X2221 HMR
Manual
68X2224 Tech Ref
Manual
68X2247 Quick Ref
Manual
68X2274 HML
Supplement
(Modem)
68X2224 Tech Ref
Manual (BIOS)
68X2219 Tech Ref 20MB
Disk Drive
68X2220 Tech Ref
Multi-Protocol
68X2225 Tech Ref 1.44MB
Diskette Drive
68X2217 Tech
Ref Dual
Asynch
Adapter
68X2229 Tech Ref
Mouse
68X2227 Tech Ref
Memory
Expansion
68X2226 Tech Ref
Disk
Adapter
68X2275 Tech Ref
300/1200
Modem/A
68X2260 Tech Ref
(BCOS)
Supplies
3.5-Inch, 2.0 Megabyte diskette (order no. 6404078)
TERMS AND CONDITIONS -- FEATURES/OPTIONS
Warranty Period: 1 Year
Warranty Service Support Category: CCE/CCR - Customer Carry-in
Exchange or Repair.
If warranty service is required, the Dealer will provide Carry-in
Warranty Service (Either CCE or CCR as designate in the Statement of
Limited Warranty or shown in the price schedule as CCE/CCR) during
the Dealer's normal business hours, for all products which the Dealer
is approved to market, providing the end user presents a valid proof
of purchase, from IBM or an IBM Authorized Dealer/Approved Reseller,
along with the product.
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"IBM Personal System/2 Model 60","IBM Announce",04-02-1987
IBM Personal System/2(TM) Model 60
The IBM Personal System Model 60 (IBM 8560) introduces advanced
design and technology and a new Micro Channel(TM) Architecture to
enhance the price/performance of computing for the business
environments. The 10MHz 80286 microprocessor offers application
growth capabilities and is designed to maintain compatibility with
most current IBM personal computer programs. A high level of feature
integration on the system board reduces optional adapter
requirements. When configured with the new analog displays, the IBM
8560's new Integrated Video Graphics Array (VGA) provides enhanced
performance, increased display functions, and increased color
availability. The system includes a 1.44MB, 3.5-inch diskette drive
and a 44MB fixed disk drive (8560-041) or 70MB fixed disk drive
(8560-071). Two new fixed disk drive options are also announced for
the IBM 8560 and 8580: a 44MB fixed disk drive (IBM
8560-041/8580-041) and a 70MB fixed disk drive (IBM
8560-071/8580-071). A wide range of connectivity options allow the
IBM 8560 to communicate with a variety of hosts and networks.
(TM) Trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation.
General Availability
8560-041 -- April 1987,
8560-071 -- Second quarter 1987
Two Fixed Disk Options -- Third quarter 1987
Product Number:
8560-041
8560-071
HIGHLIGHTS
The IBM 8560 features the following:
o New Micro Channel Architecture with a 16-bit bus
o Increased processing speed (80286/10MHz)
o Improved multitasking and communications capabilities
o New level of graphics and text quality
o Large capacity 44MB or 70MB fixed disk and 1.44MB, 3.5-inch
diskette drive
o High level of feature integration on the system board
o Ease of installation and configuration
o Universal, automatic voltage-sensing power supply
DESCRIPTION
The IBM Personal System/2 Model 60 is a mid-range, desk-side member
of IBM's new family of systems with Micro Channel Architecture.
The system unit features a 10MHz 80286 microprocessor, ROM BASIC, and
1MB of memory on the system board, expandable to 15MB with memory
options. The IBM 8560 comes standard with a 1.44MB, 3.5-inch
diskette drive, either a 44MB or 70MB fixed disk drive, a disk
controller, a keyboard port, a serial/asynchronous port, a parallel
port, a pointing device port, and a video graphics array (VGA) port:
this port supports graphics and text modes (including 640 x 480
graphics, 320 x 200 graphics in 256 colors, and 720 x 400 text), and
yet maintains compatibility with CGA and EGA.
The system has two levels of BIOS that total 128KB. There is a
compatibility BIOS (CBIOS) with memory addressability of up to 1
megabyte that provides compatible support for current application
programs. An additional version of BIOS, advanced BIOS (ABIOS),
provides support for multitasking operating systems and has extended
memory addressability up to 16 megabytes. (However, the physical
memory capacity of the IBM 8560 is limited to 15MB.)
This high level of feature integration on the system board reduces
the requirements for optional adapters. In addition, the system is
designed for tool-free installation and includes security features in
both BIOS/CMOS and an external keylock.
Additional features of the system unit include: eight (8) 16-bit I/O
slots (with one slot occupied by the disk controller adapter), an
automatic voltage-sensing, universal power supply, a time and date
clock with battery backup, an additional slot for a second 3.5-inch
diskette drive, and the IBM Enhanced Personal Computer Keyboard.
The IBM 8560 supports the new IBM 8503, 8512, 8513, and 8514 analog
displays which together with the new VGA built-in function provide
significant enhancements to graphics and text capabilities. The
ability to display more colors using larger palettes with enhanced
addressability widely expands new application opportunities.
The following new features are also announced to provide additional
capabilities. These features are also supported on the IBM 8580.
o An IBM Personal System/2 44MB Fixed Disk Drive, providing a second
disk drive
o An IBM Personal System/2 70MB Fixed Disk Drive, providing a second
disk drive
Besides these features, the IBM 8560 also supports those features
announced with the IBM 8550.
Performance
The 80286 10MHz 16-bit microprocessor coupled with the new Micro
Channel Architecture allows the IBM 8560 to perform approximately 20%
faster than the IBM Personal Computer AT(R).
A Disk Cache program is available on the Reference Diskette (included
in the Quick Reference Manual), which the user can install with IBM
DOS 3.3. This program is designed to provide enhanced disk
performance for most applications.
(R) Registered trademark of the International Business Machines
Corporation.
System Features
New Features -- IBM 8560
The following new features are announced to expand the base function
of the IBM 8560 and IBM 8580.
o IBM Personal System/2 44MB Fixed Disk Drive (#3046) (6450354)
The 44MB Fixed Disk Drive is available on the IBM 8560-041 and the
IBM 8580-041. This feature attaches via the standard disk drive
adapter provided with the system unit and does not require an
additional expansion slot.
Formatted Capacity:
44MB
512 bytes per sector
17 sectors per track
733 cylinders
Transfer Rate:
5Mbps (million bits per second)
Access Time (including settle):
Track to track: 10 ms
Average: 40 ms (traverse 1/3 cylinders)
Maximum: 80 ms
o IBM Personal System/2 70MB Fixed Disk Drive (#3051) (6450355)
The 70MB Fixed Disk Drive is provided for the IBM 8560-071, the
IBM 8580-071 and the IBM 8580-111. This file attaches via the
high-performance Enhanced Small Device Interface (ESDI) disk
adapter provided with the system unit and does not require an
additional expansion slot.
The ESDI adapter (standard in the IBM 8560-071, 8580-071, and
8580-111), increases the data transfer rate and increases data
reliability.
Formatted Capacity:
70MB
512 bytes per sector
36 sectors per track
583 cylinders
Transfer Rate:
10Mbps (million bits per second)
Access Time:
Single cylinder seek: 5 ms (average)
Average seek: 30 ms (weighted)
Full seek: 60 ms (maximum)
New Related Products and Features
The IBM 8560 supports the following newly announced hardware:
o IBM Personal System/2 80286 Memory Expansion Option (#3006)
(6450344)
The 80286 Memory Expansion Option provides 512KB of memory as
standard. Up to three 80286 Memory Expansion Kits (#3012)
(6450345), with 512KB each, can be added to the expansion option
to provide a total of 2MB of memory for each card.
Up to seven fully-populated Memory Expansion Options can be
installed in the IBM 8560 to provide 15MB of memory on the system
in addition to the 1MB standard on the system board. No switch
setting is required. This option requires an expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 80286 Memory Expansion Kit (#3012) (6450345)
The 80286 Memory Expansion Kit provides 512KB of memory and can
only be installed on the 80286 Memory Expansion Option (#3006)
(6450344). No switch setting is required. Up to three kits can
be installed on each Memory Expansion Option.
o IBM Personal System/2 80286 Expanded Memory Adapter/A (#3920)
(1497252)
IBM Personal System/2 80286 Expanded Memory Adapter/A is a 2MB
memory adapter for IBM Personal System/2 Models 50 and 60
providing 2MB of expanded memory function. IBM Personal System/2
80286 Expanded Memory Adapter/A requires and supports the device
drivers resident within the IBM 3270 Workstation Program Versions
1.0 and 1.1. Also, IBM Personal System/2 80286 Expanded Memory
Adapter/A will operate as contiguous memory with IBM Operating
System/2 Standard and Extended Editions.
87-049 for additional information and availability date.
o IBM Personal System/2 80287 Math Co-Processor (#3001) (6450356)
The 10MHz 80287 Math Co-Processor provides additional processing
power and performance for application programs requiring many or
repetitive arithmetic calculations. The 80287 conforms to the
ANSI/IEEE floating-point standard. This option is installed in
the Math Co-Processor socket on the system board and does not
require an expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Monochrome Display 8503 (8503-001)
The IBM 8503 Monochrome Display has a 12-inch diagonal picture
tube with paper-white phosphor, which provides a realistic
appearance for document processing and gray-shade imaging. The
characteristics of this display make it suitable for text,
graphics and image applications. The tilt/swivel base is
standard.
o IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8512 (8512-001)
The IBM 8512 Color Display has a 14-inch diagonal picture tube
with a 0.41-millimeter pitch stripe phosphors format. The stripe
format is designed for image presentation while still providing
high-quality text and graphics. The tilt/swivel base is optional.
o IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8513 (8513-001)
The IBM 8513 Color Display has a 12-inch diagonal picture tube
with a 0.28-millimeter dot pitch phosphors format. The dot format
is designed for text and graphics presentation while still
providing high-quality images. The tilt/swivel base is standard.
o IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8514 (8514-001)
The IBM 8514 color display has a 16-inch diagonal picture tube
with a 0.31-millimeter dot pitch phosphors format. In its maximum
addressable mode, the characteristics of this display are suited
for text, graphics, and image presentation. The entire data area
of the screen is filled, even though the mode of operation
addresses less than 1024 by 768. This is true, for example, when
it is connected to an integrated display adapter. The tilt/swivel
base is standard.
o IBM Personal System/2 Display Adapter 8514/A (#4054) (1887972)
When configured with the IBM 8514 Color Display, this adapter is
suited for applications that require advanced function, high
performance and large screen content (1024 x 768 format). It also
supports the IBM 8503 Monochrome Display as well as the IBM 8512
and 8513 Color Displays.
A Memory Expansion Kit (#4081) can be attached to provide enhanced
color capabilities. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 1.44MB Diskette Drive (#3057) (6450353)
This feature is a double-sided, 3.5-inch diskette drive that
supports 3.5-inch media providing 1.44MB of formatted storage
capacity. The drive uses the diskette controller on the system
planar board. When installed, it becomes the B drive.
The drive will operate in two modes, low density and high density.
In low density mode, it is compatible with the 720KB (3.5-inch)
diskette drive. In high density mode, it doubles the data
capability to 1.44MB and the data rate to 500K bps.
The 1.44MB Diskette Drive formats, reads, and writes either 1MB or
2MB diskettes. The 1.44 MB Diskette Drive should not be used to:
- Format a 1MB diskette as 1.44MB, or
- Format a 2MB diskette as 720KB
o IBM Personal System/2 115MB Fixed Disk Drive (#8730) (6450377)
The 115MB Fixed Disk Drive is provided for the IBM 8580-071, the
IBM 8580-111 and the IBM 8560-071. This file attaches via the
high-performance (ESDI) disk adapter provided with the system unit
and does not require an additional expansion slot.
o IBM 3363 Internal Optical Disk Drive (#8700) (63X4166)
This feature provides 200MB of storage capacity per removable
Optical Disk Cartridge (63X4199). Once written, files cannot be
erased but can be removed from directories. It is recommended as
a supplement to a fixed disk for higher capacity storage, and for
applications where removability of the disk is important
(security, archive, or portable data bases).
This feature includes the 5.25-inch drive, the controller adapter,
device support software (including a save/restore function) for
IBM Personal Computer DOS 3.3 or higher, and a diagnostic
diskette.
The optical disk drive is installed internally as a second disk
drive occupying the D position of the IBM 8560 or the IBM 8580.
This option requires one expansion slot and an available disk
drive D position.
o IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive (A11, B01)
The IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive is a new high-performance
removable disk storage device. It utilizes the high density
characteristics of optical storage technology to achieve very high
capacity (200MB) on a 130MM (5.25-inch) removable disk. It is
designed to attach to the Personal System/2 Model 60 via a special
controller card inserted in one of the expansion slots of the
Model 60. This card is included with the IBM 3363 Model A11. Two
drives can be attached to the controller card and up to four
controller cards may be inserted into the IBM 8560, yielding up to
1.6GB of removable, write once, online storage capacity. The IBM
3363 Model A11 attaches as the first drive and the B01 attaches to
the A11 or to feature 8700 as the second drive.
Software included with the drive contains a file driver providing
commands compatible with most PC DOS magnetic disk commands. It
also provides extensions to PC DOS supporting multiple versions of
files and files of greater than 32MB. There is also a
Save/Restore function for versions of files, single files, groups
of files, or all files. It is recommended as an alternative to a
fixed disk, as a supplement to a fixed disk for higher capacity
storage, and for applications where removability of the disk is
important (for example, security, archive, portable data,
electronic text, and personal disks for individual uses).
o IBM Personal System/2 5.25-inch External Diskette Drive
(#4869-001)
A 5.25-inch external diskette drive (360KB) is available for
attachment to the IBM Personal System/2 to enhance conversion or
operation of present 5.25-inch system applications. A universal
power supply with auto-sensing for line frequency and voltage is
included. This drive does not support diskettes prepared on 1.2MB
drives, even when a 360KB format is used. This drive requires the
External Diskette Drive Adapter/A (#8760) for operation with the
IBM 8550, 8560, and 8580.
o IBM Personal System/2 5.25-inch External Diskette Drive Adapter/A
(#8760) (6450245)
This feature allows the IBM 4869 5.25-inch External Diskette Drive
to be connected to the IBM 8560 System Unit. The feature consists
of an adapter card, an internal cable assembly, and a feature
card. The adapter card plugs into the connector for the 3.5-inch
B drive. The internal cable is a 34-pin flat cable and is used to
connect the two cards. When installed, it becomes the B drive.
This adapter requires one expansion slot and an open B drive
position.
o IBM Personal System/2 6157 Tape Drive Adapter (#4160) (92X1458)
This adapter supports attachment of the IBM 6157 Streaming Tape
Drive to the IBM 8560 System Unit. This tape drive provides fast,
convenient save/restore and data interchange capability for the
IBM 8580 System Unit. A diagnostic diskette is included with this
adapter. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Multi-Protocol Adapter/A (#3042) (6450348)
This feature provides a full-duplex or half-duplex multi-protocol
serial data transmission channel. It supports asynchronous,
bisynchronous, HDLC, or SDLC protocols. It supports modems or
direct attachment. The feature is programmable at speeds of up to
19,200 bps and supports automatic protocol switching via software
at setup. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Dual Async Adapter/A (#3033) (6450347)
This feature provides asynchronous communications on two
independent RS232C ports. The feature is programmable and
supports communications speeds from 50 to 19,200 bps. This
adapter supports signal transmission across 50 feet of cable.
A maximum of three Dual Async Adapters can be physically attached
providing a total of seven serial ports (one on the system board
plus two per adapter). Total system load will limit the practical
number of ports and the speed of each port. This adapter requires
one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 300/1200 Internal Modem/A (#0349) (6450349)
The 300/1200 Internal Modem/A provides the capability to transmit
data in duplex mode over the Public Switched Telephone Network at
300 or 1200 bits per second and supports the AT Command set. The
300/1200 modem is compatible with the Bell 212A and 103 practice
(asynchronous only) recommendation for transmitting data over the
Public Switched Telephone Network. Compatible IBM modems include:
IBM Personal Computer 1200 bits per second Modem (internal) and
the IBM 5841 Modem (asynchronous mode only).
A seven-foot communications cable and a diagnostic diskette are
supplied with the modem adapter. This adapter requires one
expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Token-Ring Network Adapter/A (#4790)
(69X8138)
The IBM Token-Ring Network Adapter/A contains a microprocessor
operating under control of adapter resident microcode. The
adapter transmits and receives at a speed of 4 million bits per
second using protocols conforming to IEEE 802.5 and ECMA 89
standards. The adapter provides logical link control functions
conforming with the IEEE 802.2 standard. The adapter provides
16KB of random access memory (RAM) and provides all of the
function of the IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter (#3391)
(6339100) and the IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter II (#5063)
(67X0438).
A diskette is included with the adapter that contains an adapter
diagnostic program and a single-ring network diagnostic program.
The adapter diagnostic program is used to verify the correct
operation of the adapter. The ring diagnostic program is used as
an aid in network problem determination. Permanent and
recoverable error conditions are detected, and information on the
probable source of the error is presented.
The installation and testing document is included with the adapter
to assist with the adapter installation. This adapter requires
one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 PC Network Adapter II/A (#1222) (1501222)
Attachment to a new or existing PC Network is provided via this
feature. The PC Network adapter runs at 2 megabits per second,
broadband. Network protocol is CSMA/CD. PC Network connected
systems are ideal for small to medium-size networks (small
business/departmental). This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 PC Network Baseband Adapter/A (#1223)
(1501223)
The PC Network Baseband Adapter/A is a feature card that includes
a modular baseband modem for connecting the IBM 8560 System Unit
to the PC Network. The adapter features a 2 megabit per second
transmission speed with a CSMA/CD access protocol and supports the
Token-Ring 802.2/LLC protocols via IBM Local Area Network Support
Program. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM System 36/38 Workstation Emulation for the IBM System/2
Adapter and Quick Reference (#6279) (69X6279)
This adapter provides attachment capability to the IBM System/36
and IBM System/38 and is attached via the normal twinaxial
interface using the IBM System 36/38 Workstation Emulation
Attachment Cable (#6293) (69X6293).
Diagnostic Diskette, Quick Reference Manual, Hardware Maintenance
Service, Maintenance Reference and Technical Reference Manuals are
available separately. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM 3270 Connection (#2000) (83X9702)
This feature expands the capability of the IBM 8560 by providing
coaxial cable attachment to the IBM 3174, 3274 and 3276 Control
Unit, the 4321, 4331 or 4361 Processor Display/Printer Adapter,
the 4361 Workstation Adapter, the 9370 Workstation Subsystem
Controller, or the 4701 Finance Communication Controller. A quick
reference manual and a diagnostic diskette is included with this
adapter. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Mouse (#8770) (6450350)
The two-button mechanical mouse is available for applications that
operate more efficiently using a pointing device. The mouse
attaches to the system pointing device port and requires no
additional hardware features or external power. A device driver
is packaged with each mouse for addition to the operating system.
o IBM Personal System/2 3117 Adapter/A (#1029) (65X1925)
The 3117 Adapter/A provides the capability of attaching the IBM
3117 Scanner to the IBM 8560. The 3117 Adapter/A provides the
function of 3117 mechanical control, CCD (Charged Couple Devices)
image sensor control, and video signal processing to capture image
data from IBM 3117 Scanner operations. An IBM 3117 Cable (IBM
3117 Scanner (#3005) (6456807) is required for connecting the
adapter to the IBM 3117 Scanner. This adapter requires one
expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 High Speed Adapter/A (#1028) (65X1905)
The High Speed Adapter/A provides an RS-422A standard industry
interface for attachment of the IBM 3118 Scanner or the IBM 3117
Scanner with Extension Unit attachment to the IBM 8560. The High
Speed Adapter/A permits the IBM 3118 Scanner or the IBM 3117
Scanner with Extension Unit to send image data to the IBM 8560 at
a maximum speed of 1 megabit per second, using the RS-422A
communication interface. The High Speed Adapter/A is programmable
and supports asynchronous and synchronous communications
protocols.
The Serial Adapter Cable (IBM Personal Computer 5170 (#0217)
(6450217) is required for connecting the adapter to an IBM 3117
Scanner configured with the IBM 3117 Extension Unit or an IBM 3118
Scanner. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o ROLMphone(R) 244PC (#46900)
This feature is a smart voice and data communications telephone
for personal computers and systems in establishments having a
ROLM(R) CBX. It combines a high-function digital ROLM telephone
with a data communications interface supporting the
industry-popular AT command set. The phone, coupled with various
software packages available from ROLM, IBM, and independent
software publishers, provides the user with a powerful voice/data
desktop communications tool. This feature is only available
through ROLM.
(R) Registered trademarks of ROLM Corporation.
Cables
o IBM Serial Adapter Cable (#0217) (6450217)
o IBM Serial Adapter Connector (#0242) (6450242)
o IBM Communications Adapter Cable (#2067) (1502067)
o IBM Printer Adapter Cable (#5612) (1525612)
o IBM Token-Ring PC Adapter Cable (#3390) (6339098)
o IBM PC Network Baseband Adapter Cable (#1229) (1501229)
o IBM Cabling System PC Network Baseband Network Baseband Cable
(#1227) (1501227)
Accessories
o IBM Personal System/2 Data Migration Facility (#5003) (1501224)
This connecting tool provides an easy method for customer file
transfers from an installed personal computer with a 5.25-inch
diskette drive to the Personal System/2. It operates via the
printer cable on the existing system and the parallel port on the
new system. The product packaging contains a 5.25-inch diskette
with a send program, the connector itself, and the appropriate
instructions for use. A receive program, also required, has been
included on the 3.5-inch starter diskette packaged with each
Personal System/2. DOS is required for both the sending and
receiving systems. Level 2.0 or higher is required on the sending
system, and 3.30 for reception. The printer cable must be
attached to one of the following printer adapters on the host IBM
Personal Computer, Personal Computer XT, or Personal Computer AT:
Printer Adapter (#5200) (1505200)
Monochrome Display and
Printer Adapter (#4900) (1504900)
Serial/Parallel
Adapter (#0215) (6450215)
Availability is April 1987.
Copying Licensed Programs:
A IBM grants the user permission to copy IBM licensed programs, using
this Data Migration Facility, to a new medium. No additional
rights are granted to the user beyond those stated in the original
IBM Program License Agreement. Therefore, use of an IBM program
remains restricted to one machine at a time unless otherwise stated
by IBM.
B For non-IBM programs, the user should consult the applicable
license agreement that governs its use or contact the program
supplier to determine restrictions on copying.
Since some programs are "copy protected" or may restrict the number
of copies, the user has the responsibility to assure the copied
program functions before erasing other copies of the program.
I/O Devices Supported Include:
Displays
o 8503 Monochrome Display Model 001
o 8514 Color Display Model 001
o 8513 Color Display Model 001
o 8512 Color Display Model 001
Printers
o 3812 Model 1 Page Printer
o 3852 Model 2 Color Jetprinter
o 4201 Model 1 Proprinter
o 4201 Proprinter II
o 4202 Proprinter/XL
o 4207 Proprinter/X24
o 4208 Proprinter/XL24
o 5201 Model 1 Quietwriter
o 5201 Model 2 Quietwriter 2 APA
o 5202 QuietWriter III
o 5216 Model 2 Wheelprinter
o 5223 Model 1 Wheelprinter E
Plotters
o IBM 6184 Color Plotter
o IBM 6180 Color Plotter
o IBM 6186 Model 1, 2 Color Plotter
o IBM 7372 Color Plotter
o IBM 7374 Color Plotter (withdrawn-03/87)
o IBM 7375 Model 1, 2 Color Plotter (withdrawn-03/87)
Scanners
o 3117 Scanner
o 3118 Scanner
Tape Drive
o IBM 6157 Streaming Tape Drive
Other Devices
o 4869 5.25-Inch External Diskette Drive
o IBM 3363 Optical Disk Storage Unit (External)
o ROLMphone 244PC(#46900)
o Extended Memory Adapter
Cables
o IBM Serial Adapter Cable (FC#0217-Item #6450217)
o IBM Serial Adapter Connector (FC#0242-Item #6450242)
o IBM Communications Adapter Cable (FC#2067-Item #1502067)
o IBM Printer Cable (FC#5612-Item #1525612)
o IBM Token Ring PC Adapter Cable (FC#3390-Item #6339098)
o IBM PC Network Baseband Adapter Cable (FC#1229-Item #1501229)
o IBM Cabling System PC Network Baseband Cable (FC#1227-Item
#1501227)
PUBLICATIONS
Standard publications have been significantly reduced in size by
incorporating most operator information along with diagnostic and
utility programs on the system Quick Reference diskette.
Publications are available for purchase.
The following publications are included in the ship group for each
system unit shipped:
o A Setup Sheet contains wordless instructions for setting up the
system unit, keyboard and display.
o IBM 8560 Quick Reference Manual contains an introduction to the
computer, option installation instructions and trouble shooting
instruction
o The Reference Diskette contains a system tutorial, diagnostics,
and utilities.
Part
Number
8560 Quick
Reference Manual 68X2213
8560 Setup
Sheet 68X2209
Additional copies will be available in April, 1987. Documentation
available for purchase includes:
o Hardware Maintenance Library
These publications provide the information needed to isolate and
repair field replaceable units. The Hardware Maintenance
Reference topics include: product descriptions, diagnostic
overviews, and repair information. The Hardware Maintenance
Service includes a Reference Diskette containing advanced
diagnostics, and its topics include; diagnostic MAPs, parts
catalogs, and a sympton-to-FRU index. Wrap plugs are not
included.
Technical Reference Manuals: The Technical Reference Manual is
intended for use by engineers and programmers who are developing
hardware and software for use with the IBM 8550 and IBM 8560 systems.
Major topics include: system bus interface, adapter design, system
board components and operation, system board I/O controllers, power
supply, keyboard, instruction sets, characters and keystrokes, and
compatibility. BIOS listings and interface information are not
included.
The Personal System/2 and Personal Computer BIOS Interface Manual
documents the BIOS interface for the IBM Personal System/2 and IBM
Personal Computers.
Feature Technical References: These publications are intended for
use by engineers and programmers who are developing hardware and
software for use with the features. Each publication includes a
description of the feature, programming considerations, interface
information, connector information, and specifications and may be
purchased separately.
Part
Number
Technical
Reference (System) 68X2224
Technical
Reference (BIOS) 68X2260
Technical
Reference 44MB
Fixed Disk 68X2233
Technical
Reference 70MB
Fixed Disk 68X2235
Technical
Reference ESDI
Adapter/A 68X2234
Other Documentation: The installation instructions for options
contain the instructions to install the option, a warranty, and where
appropriate, basic operational instructions. These publications are
shipped with the options.
SCHEDULE
General availability of the IBM 8560-041 is April 1987. General
availability of the IBM 8560-071 is second quarter 1987. General
availability of the fixed disk drive options is third quarter 1987.
See appropriate announcement letters of supported features and
devices for their availability dates.
MARKETING INFORMATION
The IBM 8560 is a mid-range member of IBM's new Micro Channel
Architecture family of systems. The IBM 8560 is a high-function,
desk-side system, well suited for sophisticated connectivity
applications, departmental applications, and multiple resident
personal productivity applications. The IBM 8560 can be used as a
standalone personal system or as a well-connected intelligent
workstation in LAN and gateway applications. High performance and
large storage capacity allow the IBM 8560 to be used for server
applications.
The IBM 8560, with its 10MHz 80286 microprocessor, offers performance
improvements over existing IBM Personal Computer AT systems, and
should be considered where additional processing speed, enhanced
graphics capability, multitasking, increased file capacity,
configuration flexibility, and growth are required.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Physical Specifications
o Dimensions:
Width -- 165 mm ( 6.5 inches); 318mm (12.5 inches) with feet
extended
Depth -- 483 mm (19.0 inches)
Height -- 597 mm (23.5 inches)
o Weight:
8560-041: 21.3Kg (47 lbs.) 8560-071: 21.3Kg (47 lbs.)
o Electrical:
90 -- 137 VAC; 50 -- 60 Hz
180 -- 265 VAC; 50 -- 60 Hz
o Ambient Air Temperature:
System on: 15.6 -- 32.2(degs)C (60- 90(degs)F)
System off: 10 -- 43(degs)C (50-110(degs)F)
o Humidity:
System on: 8 -- 80% RH
System off: 20 -- 80% RH
o BTU Output:
1240 BTU/Hr
o Noise Level: Class 1
o FCC Class: B
o UL: 478, 5th edition
Hardware Requirements: An analog display must be selected.
Medical Environment: The IBM 8560 is specifically designed to meet
current leakage requirements established by the National Fire
Protection Code NFPA76B for data processing use in hospital
environments.
The current leakage of the IBM 8560 will not exceed 500 microamps.
Please consult local ordinances, the National Fire Protection and UL
codes for specific details on use in a hospital environment.
Software Requirements: The following operating systems, also
announced today, support the IBM 8560.
o IBM Personal Computer DOS 3.3
o IBM 3270 Workstation Program Version 1.1
o IBM Operating System/2 Standard Edition
o IBM Operating System/2 Extended Edition
Compatibility: The IBM 8560 is designed to maintain compatibility
with most software currently operating under IBM DOS on the IBM
Personal Computer XT(TM) and the IBM Personal Computer AT.
(TM) Trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation.
Prerequisites: The IBM 8560 requires an analog display (IBM 8503,
8512, 8513, 8514), or equivalent display.
Limitations: The IBM 8560 supports a maximum of 15MB of memory.
Cable Orders: There are no cabling requirements, other than for
system power, keyboard, and display connections. The cables are
provided with the system unit and display, and the instructions are
provided as part of initial setup. Information on options that
require cabling is included in the System Features listing in this
letter.
Installability: Following wordless, easy-to-use setup instructions,
the user attaches the keyboard and display and installs the Reference
Diskette. Power is then turned on and "Set configuration" is run
after the computer has successfully completed the internal self-test.
Problem Determination: If a failure is found at initial
installation, an instruction will appear on the screen. If the test
is successfully completed, the system attempts to load an operating
system from the A drive. If an operating system is not found, the
system attempts to load one from the C fixed disk drive. If an
operating system is not found, the user will be prompted to insert a
diskette via an icon. A final default is provided through the use of
a ROM-loaded BASIC interpreter, as explained in the Quick Reference
manual.
Packaging: The IBM 8560 will be packaged in two separate cartons:
o The system unit carton (8560-041 -- P/N 6134314) (8560-071 -- P/N
6134315) contains the system unit.
o The ship group carton (P/N 6279227) contains:
Customer Setup Sheet (Includes inventory list)
Quick Reference Manual with Reference Diskette and Technical
Directory
System Unit Power Cord
Keyboard (U.S.)
Keyboard Cable (6 ft.)
The keylock, a standard feature on the IBM 8560, provides physical
security for the system components. An additional level of security
is provided by a user-invoked password capability on the reference
diskette.
User management is responsible for evaluation, selection, and
implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and
appropriate controls in application systems and communications
facilities.
Warranty Period: 1 Year
Warranty Service Support Category: CCR - Customer Carry-in Repair
CHARGES
Single
Unit
Part Purchase
Number Description Price*
8560041 IBM 8560-041 $5,295.00
8560071 IBM 8560-071 $6,295.00
6450354 44MB Fixed Disk $1,395.00
6450355 70MB Fixed Disk $2,395.00
* Single Unit Price: These reflect the prices for single units
purchased directly from IBM and are subject to change without notice.
These prices are for informational purposes only and shall not limit
in any way the Dealer's ability to set its own prices and charges for
IBM products.
PUBLICATIONS
Number Description
68X2222 HMS
Manual
68X2221 HMR
Manual
68X2213 Quick Reference
Manual
68X2233 Technical Reference 44MB
Fixed Disk
68X2235 Technical Reference 70MB
Fixed Disk
68X2234 Technical Reference
ESDI Adapter/A
68X2209 8560 Setup
Sheet
68X2224 Technical Reference
(System)
68X2260 Technical Reference
(BCOS)
Supplies: The following supply items are available for the IBM 8560.
For availability and pricing information, see the supplies
announcements NDD 87-212, ASD 87-103, ASW 87-012 and NDD 87-084, ASD
87-007, ASW 87-006.
3.5-Inch, 2.0 Megabyte diskette (order no. 6404078)
TERMS AND CONDITIONS -- FEATURES/OPTIONS
Warranty Period: 1 Year: Warranty Service Support Category:
CCE/CCR - Customer Carry-in Exchange or Repair.
If warranty service is required, the Dealer will provide Carry-in
Warranty Service (Either CCE or CCR as designated in the Statement of
Limited Warranty or shown in the price schedule as CCE/CCR) during
the Dealer's normal business hours, for all products which the Dealer
is approved to market, providing the end user presents a valid proof
of purchase, from IBM or an IBM Authorized Dealer/Approved Reseller,
along with the product.
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"IBM Personal System/2 Models 80/041 071","IBM Announce",04-02-1987
IBM Personal System/2(TM) Model 80
The IBM Personal System/2 Model 80 (IBM 8580) enhances the Personal
System/2 Family of systems by offering a new level of performance in
personal computing for both commercial and compute-intensive
environments. This system is highlighted by the new Micro
Channel(TM) Architecture with a 16 MHz 80386 32-bit microprocessor,
high density memory technology, and a wide range of integrated
features. With the capability of supporting up to 16 Mb of high
speed (80 ns) real memory, over 185MB of disk storage, advanced
graphics, and an optional 16 MHz 80387 Math Coprocessor, this system
opens up a wide range of application opportunities.
Designed to meet the requirements of the multitasking environment,
the IBM 8580 provides a full 32-bit large system architecture and
function within an individual workstation. Its increased speed and
high reliability coupled with a wide selection of connectivity
options provide the function required to support large server,
gateway or multiuser applications. The IBM 8580 maintains
compatibility with most existing software products for IBM Personal
Computer systems.
(TM) Trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation.
General Availability:
8580-041, 8580-071, and options -- July 1987
80387 Math Co Processor -- third quarter 1987
Product Number:
8580-041
8580-071
HIGHLIGHTS
The IBM Personal System/2 Model 80 features the following:
o New Micro Channel Architecture with a 16 and 32-bit bus
o Increased processing speed (80386/80387 16 MHz)
o New 80 nanosecond memory, 1megabit chip technology, up to 16MB
o Improved multitasking and communications capabilities
o New level of graphics and text quality
o Large capacity 44MB or 70MB fixed disk, 1.44MB, 3.5 inch diskette
drive
o High level of feature integration on the system board
o Ease of installation and configuration
o Auto-Restart Power Supply
DESCRIPTION
The IBM Personal System/2 Model 80 is a high end solution within the
IBM Personal System/2 family of systems. This floor standing system
is available in the following models: the 8580-041 with 1Mb of
memory and a 44Mb fixed disk (upgradable to 88MB) and the 8580-071
with 2Mb of memory and a 70Mb fixed disk (upgradable to 140MB or
185MB). The IBM 8580 incorporates the latest IBM and industry
technologies in an innovative package, designed expressly for the
business office environment.
This system unit features the Intel 80386 16 MHz microprocessor and
the new Micro Channel Architecture. The 80386 is partitioned into
six functional units that can process multiple instructions
simultaneously for improved performance. The 32-bit architecture of
the microprocessor is extended throughout the IBM 8580 system design
reducing performance bottlenecks. The Micro Channel Architecture
supports both 16 and 32-bit I/O and memory adapter cards. Further,
it offers the advantages of adapter recognition (no setup switches)
for easy configuration, and improved diagnostic and fault isolation
for better availability.
The system unit comes standard with 1MB or 2MB of system board memory
(depending on the model), a 1.44Mb, 3.5 inch diskette drive, a fixed
disk drive, the disk controller adapter, an integrated diskette
controller, a keyboard port, a serial port, a parallel port, a
pointing device port, a video graphics array port; this port supports
new graphics and text modes (640 X 480 graphics, 720 x 400 text, 320
x 200 graphics in 256 colors), and maintains compatibility with CGA
and EGA modes and the IBM Enhanced Personal Computer Keyboard. This
high level of feature integration on the system board reduces the
requirements for optional adapters.
The system has two levels of BIOS that total 128KB. There is a
compatibility BIOS (CBIOS) with memory addressability of up to 1
megabyte that provides compatible support for many current
application programs. An additional version of BIOS, advanced BIOS
(ABIOS) has extended memory addressability (up to 16 megabytes) and
provides support for multitasking operating systems.
Additional features of the System Unit include: 8 I/O bus slots (5 -
16-bit, 3 - 16/32-bit (one 16-bit slot is occupied by the disk
controller adapter)), a 225-watt universal power supply, a time/date
clock with a long life lithium battery, additional positions for a
second fixed disk drive and for a second 3.5-inch diskette drive.
The Auto Restart feature enables the power supply to automatically
restart, (if the power supply outputs drop out of regulation due to
an ac line outage), when ac power returns. This feature provides
increased availability of the system unit by allowing it to be
programmed for unattended restart after power outages.
The IBM 8580 supports the new IBM 8503, 8512, 8513, and 8514 displays
which together with the new VGA built in function provide significant
enhancements to graphics and text capabilities. This ability to
display more colors using larger palettes with enhanced
addressability widely expands new application opportunities.
The following new features are also announced to provide additional
capabilities:
o A 80387 Math Co-Processor, provides enhanced performance in
arithmetic calculations
o A 80386 System Board Memory Expansion Kit, completes the 2Mb
memory capacity of the system board. (8580-041)
o A 80386 Memory Expansion Option, provides additional memory in
32-bit slots
o A 80386 Memory Expansion Kit, provides 2Mb of memory to the Memory
Expansion Option.
Performance
The 80386 16 MHz 32-bit microprocessor coupled with the new Micro
Channel Architecture and high speed memory allows the Personal
System/2 Model 80 to perform up to 3 times faster than the IBM
Personal Computer AT(R) Model 339.
The 80386 16 MHz 32-bit microprocessor operating with the 80387 16
MHz Math Co-Processor allows the Personal System/2 Model 80 to
perform arithmetic calculations up to 4 times faster than the IBM
Personal Computer AT Model 339 with the 80287.
A Disk Cache program is available on the Reference Diskette (included
in the Quick Reference manual), which the user can install with IBM
DOS 3.3. This program is designed to provide enhanced disk
performance for most applications.
(R) Registered trademark of the International Business Machines
Corporation.
SYSTEM FEATURES
New Features -- IBM 8580
o IBM Personal System/2 System Board Memory Expansion Kit
(#3009)(6450375) (8580-041 only)
This 80386 Memory Expansion Kit provides 1MB of 80 nanosecond
memory (8580-041 only) on the system board. The addition of this
feature completes the 2MB capacity of the system board. No switch
setting is required.
o IBM Personal System/2 80386 Memory Expansion Option (#3019)
(6450367)
The 80386 Memory Expansion Option is a single full-length IBM 8580
card that comes standard with 2MB of 80 nanosecond memory. Up to
two memory expansion kits can be added to the card to provide a
total of 6MB of memory. Additional 80386 Memory Expansion Options
can be installed to provide a maximum of 16MB of memory on the
system. This option can be used without fully populating the
system board memory slots and has no switch setting requirements.
This feature requires one 32-bit expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 80386 Memory Expansion Kit (#3064) (6450372)
This 80386 Memory Expansion Kit uses the new 1 megabit chips,
provides 2MB of 80 nanosecond memory and can be installed only on
the 80386 Memory Expansion Option card, (6450367) (#3019). Memory
read operations are performed at the same speed as the system
board memory through the use of a unique architectural feature
called Matched Memory Cycle. No switch setting is required.
o IBM Personal System/2 80387 Math Co-Processor (#3002) (6450369)
The 16MHz 80387 Math Co-Processor provides additional processing
power and performance for application programs requiring many or
repetitive arithmetic calculations. The 80386/80387 conforms to
the ANSI/IEEE floating-point standard and runs most applications,
written for the 80286/80287 and 8086/8087 based systems,
unmodified. This option is installed in the Math Co-Processor
socket on the system board and does not require an expansion slot.
New Related Products and Features
The system supports the following newly announced hardware:
o IBM Personal System/2 Monochrome Display 8503 (8503-001)
The IBM 8503 Monochrome Display has a 12-inch diagonal picture
tube with paper-white phosphor, which provides a realistic
appearance for document processing and gray-shade imaging. The
characteristics of this display make it suitable for text,
graphics and image applications. The tilt/swivel base is
standard.
o IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8512 (8512-001)
The IBM 8512 Color Display has a 14-inch diagonal picture tube
with a 0.41-millimeter pitch stripe phosphors format. The stripe
format is designed for image presentation while still providing
high-quality text and graphics. The tilt/swivel base is optional.
o IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8513 (8513-001)
The IBM 8513 Color Display has a 12-inch diagonal picture tube
with a 0.28-millimeter dot pitch phosphors format. The dot format
is designed for text and graphics presentation while still
providing high-quality images. The tilt/swivel base is standard.
o IBM Personal System/2 Color Display 8514 (8514-001)
The IBM 8514 color display has a 16-inch diagonal picture tube
with a 0.31-millimeter dot pitch phosphors format. In its maximum
addressable mode, the characteristics of this display are suited
for text, graphics, and image presentation. The entire data area
of the screen is filled, even though the mode of operation
addresses less than 1024 by 768. This is true, for example, when
it is connected to an integrated display adapter. The tilt/swivel
base is standard.
o IBM Personal System/2 Display Adapter 8514/A (#4054) (1887972)
When configured with the IBM 8514 Color Display, this adapter is
suited for applications that require advanced function, high
performance and large screen content (1024 x 768 format). It also
supports the IBM 8503 Monochrome Display as well as the IBM 8512
and 8513 Color Displays.
A Memory Expansion Kit (#4081) can be attached to provide enhanced
color capabilities. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 1.44MB Diskette Drive (#3057) (6450353)
This feature is a double-sided, 3.5-inch diskette drive that
supports 3.5-inch media providing 1.44MB of formatted storage
capacity. The drive uses the diskette controller on the system
planar board. When installed, it becomes the B drive.
The drive will operate in two modes, low density and high density.
In low density mode, it is compatible with the 720KB (3.5-inch)
diskette drive. In high density mode, it doubles the data
capability to 1.44MB and the data rate to 500K bps.
The 1.44MB Diskette Drive formats, reads, and writes either 1MB or
2MB diskettes. The 1.44 MB Diskette Drive should not be used to:
- Format a 1MB diskette as 1.44MB, or
- Format a 2MB diskette as 720KB
o IBM Personal System/2 44MB Fixed Disk Drive (#3046) (6450354)
The 44MB Fixed Disk Drive is available on the IBM 8560-041 and the
IBM 8580-041. This option attaches via the standard disk drive
adapter provided with the system unit and does not require an
additional expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 70MB Fixed Disk Drive (#3051) (6450355)
The 70MB Fixed Disk Drive is provided for the IBM 8560-071, the
IBM 8580-071 and the IBM 8580-111. This file attaches via the
high-performance Enhanced Small Device Interface (ESDI) disk
adapter provided with the system unit and does not require an
additional expansion slot.
The ESDI adapter (standard in the IBM 8560-071, 8580-071, and
8580-111), increases the data transfer rate and increases data
reliability.
o IBM Personal System/2 115MB Fixed Disk Drive (#8730) (6450377)
The 115MB Fixed Disk Drive is provided for the IBM 8580-071, the
IBM 8580-111 and the IBM 8560-071. This file attaches via the
high-performance (ESDI) disk adapter provided with the system unit
and does not require an additional expansion slot.
o IBM 3363 Internal Optical Disk Drive (#8700) (63X4166)
This feature provides 200MB of storage capacity per removable
Optical Disk Cartridge (63X4199). Once written, files cannot be
erased but can be removed from directories. It is recommended as
a supplement to a fixed disk for higher capacity storage, and for
applications where removability of the disk is important
(security, archive, or portable data bases).
This feature includes the 5.25-inch drive, the controller adapter,
device support software (including a save/restore function) for
IBM Personal Computer DOS 3.3 or higher, and a diagnostic
diskette.
The optical disk drive is installed internally as a second disk
drive occupying the D position of the IBM 8560 or the IBM 8580.
This option requires one expansion slot and an available disk
drive D position.
o IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive (A11, B01)
The IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive is a new high-performance
removable disk storage device. It utilizes the high density
characteristics of optical storage technology to achieve very high
capacity (200MB) on a 130MM (5.25-inch) removable disk. It is
designed to attach to the Personal System/2 Model 80 via a special
controller card inserted in one of the expansion slots of the
Model 80. This card is included with the IBM 3363 Model A11. Two
drives can be attached to the controller card and up to four
controller cards may be inserted into the IBM 8580, yielding up to
1.6GB of removable, write once, online storage capacity. The IBM
3363 Model A11 attaches as the first drive and the B01 attaches to
the A11 or to feature 8700 as the second drive.
Software included with the drive contains a file driver providing
commands compatible with most PC DOS magnetic disk commands. It
also provides extensions to PC DOS supporting multiple versions of
files and files of greater than 32MB. There is also a
Save/Restore function for versions of files, single files, groups
of files, or all files. It is recommended as an alternative to a
fixed disk, as a supplement to a fixed disk for higher capacity
storage, and for applications where removability of the disk is
important (for example, security, archive, portable data,
electronic text, and personal disks for individual uses).
o IBM Personal System/2 5.25-inch External Diskette Drive
(#4869-001)
A 5.25-inch external diskette drive (360KB) is available for
attachment to the IBM Personal System/2 to enhance conversion or
operation of present 5.25-inch system applications. A universal
power supply with auto-sensing for line frequency and voltage is
included. This drive does not support diskettes prepared on 1.2MB
drives, even when a 360KB format is used. This drive requires the
External Diskette Drive Adapter/A (#8760) for operation with the
IBM 8550, 8560, and 8580.
o IBM Personal System/2 5.25-inch External Diskette Drive Adapter/A
(#8760) (6450245)
This feature allows the IBM 4869 5.25-inch External Diskette Drive
to be connected to the IBM 8580 System Unit. The feature consists
of an adapter card, an internal cable assembly, and a feature
card. The adapter card plugs into the connector for the 3.5-inch
B drive. The internal cable is a 34-pin flat cable and is used to
connect the two cards. When installed, it becomes the B drive.
This adapter requires one expansion slot and an open B drive
position.
o IBM Personal System/2 6157 Tape Drive Adapter (#4160) (92X1458)
This adapter supports attachment of the IBM 6157 Streaming Tape
Drive to the IBM 8580 System Unit. This tape drive provides fast,
convenient save/restore and data interchange capability for the
IBM 8580 System Unit. A diagnostic diskette is included with this
adapter. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Multi-Protocol Adapter/A (#3042) (6450348)
This feature provides a full-duplex or half-duplex multi-protocol
serial data transmission channel. It supports asynchronous,
bisynchronous, HDLC, or SDLC protocols. It supports modems or
direct attachment. The feature is programmable at speeds of up to
19,200 bps and supports automatic protocol switching via software
at setup. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Dual Async Adapter/A (#3033) (6450347)
This feature provides asynchronous communications on two
independent RS232C ports. The feature is programmable and
supports communications speeds from 50 to 19,200 bps. This
adapter supports signal transmission across 50 feet of cable.
A maximum of three Dual Async Adapters can be physically attached
providing a total of seven serial ports (one on the system board
plus two per adapter). Total system load will limit the practical
number of ports and the speed of each port. This adapter requires
one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 300/1200 Baud Internal Modem/A (#0349)
(6450349)
The 300/1200 Baud Internal Modem/A provides the capability to
transmit data in duplex mode over the Public Switched Telephone
Network at 300 or 1200 bits per second and supports the AT Command
set. The 300/1200 modem is compatible with the Bell 212A and 103
practice (asynchronous only) recommendation for transmitting data
over the Public Switched Telephone Network. Compatible IBM modems
include: IBM Personal Computer 1200 bits per second Modem
(internal) and the IBM 5841 Modem (asynchronous mode only).
A seven-foot communications cable and a diagnostic diskette are
supplied with the modem adapter. This adapter requires one
expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Token-Ring Network Adapter/A (#4790)
(69X8138)
The IBM Token-Ring Network Adapter/A contains a microprocessor
operating under control of adapter resident microcode. The
adapter transmits and receives at a speed of 4 million bits per
second using protocols conforming to IEEE 802.5 and ECMA 89
standards. The adapter provides logical link control functions
conforming with the IEEE 802.2 standard. The adapter provides
16KB of random access memory (RAM) and provides all of the
function of the IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter (#3391)
(6339100) and the IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter II (#5063)
(67X0438).
A diskette is included with the adapter that contains an adapter
diagnostic program and a single-ring network diagnostic program.
The adapter diagnostic program is used to verify the correct
operation of the adapter. The ring diagnostic program is used as
an aid in network problem determination. Permanent and
recoverable error conditions are detected, and information on the
probable source of the error is presented.
The installation and testing document is included with the adapter
to assist with the adapter installation. This adapter requires
one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 PC Network Adapter II/A (#1222) (1501222)
Attachment to a new or existing PC Network is provided via this
feature. The PC Network adapter runs at 2 megabits per second,
broadband. Network protocol is CSMA/CD. PC Network connected
systems are ideal for small to medium-size networks (small
business/departmental). This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 PC Network Baseband Adapter/A (#1223)
(1501223)
The PC Network Baseband Adapter/A is a feature card that includes
a modular baseband modem for connecting the IBM 8580 System Unit
to the PC Network. The adapter features a 2 megabit per second
transmission speed with a CSMA/CD access protocol and supports the
Token-Ring 802.2/LLC protocols via IBM Local Area Network Support
Program. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM System 36/38 Workstation Emulation for the IBM System/2
Adapter and Quick Reference (#6279) (69X6279)
This adapter provides attachment capability to the IBM System/36
and IBM System/38 and is attached via the normal twinaxial
interface using the IBM System 36/38 Workstation Emulation
Attachment Cable (#6293) (69X6293).
Diagnostic Diskette, Quick Reference Manual, Hardware Maintenance
Service, Maintenance Reference and Technical Reference Manuals are
available separately. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM 3270 Connection (#2000) (83X9702)
This feature expands the capability of the IBM 8580 by providing
coaxial cable attachment to the IBM 3174, 3274 and 3276 Control
Unit, the 4321, 4331 or 4361 Processor Display/Printer Adapter,
the 4361 Workstation Adapter, the 9370 Workstation Subsystem
Controller, or the 4701 Finance Communication Controller. A quick
reference manual and a diagnostic diskette is included with this
adapter. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 Mouse (#8770) (6450350)
The two-button mechanical mouse is available for applications that
operate more efficiently using a pointing device. The mouse
attaches to the system pointing device port and requires no
additional hardware features or external power. A device driver
is packaged with each mouse for addition to the operating system.
o IBM Personal System/2 3117 Adapter/A (#1029) (65X1925)
The 3117 Adapter/A provides the capability of attaching the IBM
3117 Scanner to the IBM 8580. The 3117 Adapter/A provides the
function of 3117 mechanical control, CCD (Charged Couple Devices)
image sensor control, and video signal processing to capture image
data from IBM 3117 Scanner operations. An IBM 3117 Cable (IBM
3117 Scanner (#3005) (6456807) is required for connecting the
adapter to the IBM 3117 Scanner. This adapter requires one
expansion slot.
o IBM Personal System/2 High Speed Adapter/A (#1028) (65X1905)
The High Speed Adapter/A provides an RS-422A standard industry
interface for attachment of the IBM 3118 Scanner or the IBM 3117
Scanner with Extension Unit attachment to the IBM 8580. The High
Speed Adapter/A permits the IBM 3118 Scanner or the IBM 3117
Scanner with Extension Unit to send image data to the IBM 8580 at
a maximum speed of 1 megabit per second, using the RS-422A
communication interface. The High Speed Adapter/A is programmable
and supports asynchronous and synchronous communications
protocols.
The Serial Adapter Cable (IBM Personal Computer 5170 (#0217)
(6450217) is required for connecting the adapter to an IBM 3117
Scanner configured with the IBM 3117 Extension Unit or an IBM 3118
Scanner. This adapter requires one expansion slot.
o ROLMphone(R) 244PC (#46900)
This feature is a smart voice and data communications telephone
for personal computers and systems in establishments having a
ROLM(R) CBX. It combines a high-function digital ROLM telephone
with a data communications interface supporting the
industry-popular AT command set. The phone, coupled with various
software packages available from ROLM, IBM, and independent
software publishers, provides the user with a powerful voice/data
desktop communications tool. This feature is only available
through ROLM.
(R) Registered trademarks of ROLM Corporation.
Cables
o IBM Serial Adapter Cable (#0217) (6450217)
o IBM Serial Adapter Connector (#0242) (6450242)
o IBM Communications Adapter Cable (#2067) (1502067)
o IBM Printer Adapter Cable (#5612) (1525612)
o IBM Token-Ring PC Adapter Cable (#3390) (6339098)
o IBM PC Network Baseband Adapter Cable (#1229) (1501229)
o IBM Cabling System PC Network Baseband Network Baseband Cable
(#1227) (1501227)
Accessories
o IBM Personal System/2 Data Migration Facility (#5003) (1501224)
This connecting tool provides an easy method for customer file
transfers from an installed personal computer with a 5.25-inch
diskette drive to the Personal System/2. It operates via the
printer cable on the existing system and the parallel port on the
new system. The product packaging contains a 5.25-inch diskette
with a send program, the connector itself, and the appropriate
instructions for use. A receive program, also required, has been
included on the 3.5-inch starter diskette packaged with each
Personal System/2. DOS is required for both the sending and
receiving systems. Level 2.0 or higher is required on the sending
system, and 3.30 for reception. The printer cable must be
attached to one of the following printer adapters on the host IBM
Personal Computer, Personal Computer XT, or Personal Computer AT:
Printer Adapter (#5200) (1505200)
Monochrome Display and
Printer Adapter (#4900) (1504900)
Serial/Parallel Adapter (#0215) (6450215)
Availability is April 1987.
Copying Licensed Programs:
A IBM grants the user permission to copy IBM licensed programs, using
this Data Migration Facility, to a new medium. No additional
rights are granted to the user beyond those stated in the original
IBM Program License Agreement. Therefore, use of an IBM program
remains restricted to one machine at a time unless otherwise stated
by IBM.
B For non-IBM programs, the user should consult the applicable
license agreement that governs its use or contact the program
supplier to determine restrictions on copying.
Since some programs are "copy protected" or may restrict the number
of copies, the user has the responsibility to assure the copied
program functions before erasing other copies of the program.
I/O Devices Supported Include:
o Displays:
- 8503 Monochrome Display Model 001
- 8513 Color Display Model 001
- 8514 Color Display Model 001
- 8512 Color Display Model 001
o Printers:
- 3812 Model 1 Page Printer
- 3852 Model 2 Color Jetprinter
- 4201 Model 1 Proprinter
- 4202 Model 1 Proprinter/XL
- 5201 Model 1 Quietwriter
- 5201 Model 2 Quietwriter
- 5216 Model 2 Wheelprinter
- 5223 Model 1 Wheelprinter E
- 4201 Proprinter II
- 4207 Proprinter X24
- 4208 Proprinter XL24
- 5202 Quietwriter III
- 4216 Personal Pageprinter
o Plotters:
- IBM 6180 Color Plotter
- IBM 6186 Model 1, 2 Color Plotter (03/87)
- IBM 7372 Color Plotter
- IBM 6184 Color Plotter
- IBM 7374 Color Plotter
- IBM 7375 Model 1, 2 Color Plotter
o Scanners:
- IBM 3117 Scanner
- IBM 3118 Scanner
o Tape
- 6157 Streaming Tape Drive
o Other Media
- 4869 5.25" External Diskette Drive
- 3363 -- A11 Optical Disk Storage Unit
- 3363 -- B01 Optical Disk Storage Unit
- ROLMphone 244PC
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