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Vintage Laptop Computer TOSHIBA T3100E SYSTEM Not Fully Tested UNIT PA8038U in Decent Condition with a Power Supply.. Turns on and Does Startup, etc, as Seen in the Pictures Provided..
A Really Cool Laptop to Have.. Play Old School Games on Possibly or just for Display is still a great piece of Computer History to Own.
I've had this for a little bit.. This has been on shelf for a little while now. Selling From My Own Personal Collection in a clean and smoke-free home.
Item may have very minor imperfections.
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The Toshiba T3100e is a vintage portable computer introduced in 1988, representing an evolution of Toshiba’s T-series. It was designed to deliver desktop-level performance in a portable form factor, catering to professionals requiring mobility without compromising on computing power. 
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💻 Key Specifications
•Processor: Intel 80286 running at 12 MHz, with the capability to switch to 6 MHz for compatibility with older software. 
•Memory: Standard 1 MB RAM (640 KB conventional + 384 KB EMS/extended), expandable up to 5 MB using optional memory modules. 
•Storage:
•Hard Drive: Standard 20 MB Conner CP-3022 IDE hard drive; a 40 MB version (T3100e/40) was also available.
•Floppy Drive: Built-in 3.5” floppy disk drive supporting both 720 KB (2DD) and 1.44 MB (2HD) disks.  
•Display: 9.5-inch monochrome orange gas-plasma screen with resolutions up to 640×400 pixels, compatible with CGA and partially with Olivetti/AT&T 6300 graphics. 
•Graphics: CGA-compatible with support for 640×200 and 640×400 resolutions. 
•Operating System: Shipped with Toshiba MS-DOS 4.01; also compatible with MS-DOS 3.3 and OS/2 1.1. 
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🔌 Connectivity & Expansion
•Ports:
•1× RGB video (DB9)
•2× RS-232C serial ports
•1× Centronics parallel port
•1× DIN AT-style keyboard connector
•Numeric keypad port   
•Expansion Options:
•One half-size 8-bit ISA slot
•Proprietary expansion slot for options like a 1200 bit/s modem, Ethernet NIC, or 1 MB memory card
•Optional expansion chassis supporting up to five 8-bit ISA cards 
•Math Coprocessor: Socket available for an optional Intel 80287-8 math coprocessor. 
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📐 Physical Characteristics
•Dimensions: Approximately 310 mm (W) × 360 mm (D) × 80 mm (H) 
•Weight: Approximately 5.9 kg (13 lbs) 
•Power Supply: Universal auto-sensing power supply compatible with 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz. 
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🧰 Additional Features
•Keyboard: 82-key layout with full-sized keys, integrated numeric keypad, and dedicated cursor control keys. 
•Software Compatibility: Compatible with IBM PC/XT/AT software, supporting CGA and high-resolution graphics modes. 
•Display Characteristics: The gas-plasma display offers high contrast and clarity, suitable for text and graphics applications. 
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🧠 Legacy and Collectibility
The Toshiba T3100e holds a notable place in computing history as one of the early portable PCs that combined substantial processing power with mobility. Its robust build and expandability made it a favorite among professionals in the late 1980s. Today, it is a sought-after item among vintage computing enthusiasts and collectors.
