Olivetti M200 - Computer
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Selected by Toby Wickwire
Specialises in video games and computer collectables with 40 years' collecting experience.
Estimate € 550 - € 630
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Description from the seller
Rare specimen of Olivetti M200 in excellent condition and perfectly functional. The product features plastics free of scratches and not yellowed, an extremely rare factor for an M200 approaching 40 years of age. Released in 1988, the Olivetti M200 represents the younger brother of the more famous M24.
The PC passes the main BIOS checks. The processor is a NEC V40 (uPD70208), an excellent variant of the 8088/8086, faster and more capable.
- RAM: 640 KB (tested and working);
- Monitor: Integrated monochrome, sharp phosphors, excellent geometry and brightness;
- Drives: Dual 3.5" floppy drives (tested and booting);
- Diagnostics: The system passes the Resident Diagnostics (as per photo).
The specimen includes its original keyboard, characterized by excellent preservation and non-yellowed plastics. Italian layout and fully functional. The keyboard also includes the rare rigid plastic cover, yellowed but in excellent condition.
The only defect concerns the outer coating of the spiral keyboard cable, which, due to age, shows sheath flaking (a chemical defect typical of the original material and visible on other Olivetti keyboards of a similar age). However, the cable is electrically intact and the keyboard responds correctly to commands. See photo.
Kept always in a dry place and free of dust; note the final images related to the internal condition of the monitor where the absence of dust and dirt is visible.
An iconic and unmissable item. Extremely hard to find, especially in such preservation. For connoisseurs, enthusiasts and collectors of Olivetti machines.
Rare specimen of Olivetti M200 in excellent condition and perfectly functional. The product features plastics free of scratches and not yellowed, an extremely rare factor for an M200 approaching 40 years of age. Released in 1988, the Olivetti M200 represents the younger brother of the more famous M24.
The PC passes the main BIOS checks. The processor is a NEC V40 (uPD70208), an excellent variant of the 8088/8086, faster and more capable.
- RAM: 640 KB (tested and working);
- Monitor: Integrated monochrome, sharp phosphors, excellent geometry and brightness;
- Drives: Dual 3.5" floppy drives (tested and booting);
- Diagnostics: The system passes the Resident Diagnostics (as per photo).
The specimen includes its original keyboard, characterized by excellent preservation and non-yellowed plastics. Italian layout and fully functional. The keyboard also includes the rare rigid plastic cover, yellowed but in excellent condition.
The only defect concerns the outer coating of the spiral keyboard cable, which, due to age, shows sheath flaking (a chemical defect typical of the original material and visible on other Olivetti keyboards of a similar age). However, the cable is electrically intact and the keyboard responds correctly to commands. See photo.
Kept always in a dry place and free of dust; note the final images related to the internal condition of the monitor where the absence of dust and dirt is visible.
An iconic and unmissable item. Extremely hard to find, especially in such preservation. For connoisseurs, enthusiasts and collectors of Olivetti machines.
Details
Brand
Olivetti
Series/model
M200
Year of manufacture
1988
Condition
Mint
In working order
Yes
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