The luggable computers of the 1980s were portable in name more than practice — sewing-machine-sized CRT machines that weighed 25 to 30 pounds. This section covers restorations of Compaq Portables, the IBM 5155, and the Commodore SX-64, including common repairs, storage upgrades, and getting these machines back on a network.
Portable Computers
Restorations of vintage portable and luggable computers from Compaq, IBM, and Commodore
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Osborne 1
Restoration of the first commercially successful portable computer
Kaypro II
Restoration of the rugged aluminum CP/M portable from 1982
Commodore SX-64
Restoration of the first full-color portable computer
Compaq Portable I
Restoration of the first IBM PC compatible from 1983
Compaq Portable II
Restoration of Compaq's 80286-based portable from 1986
Compaq Portable III
Restoration of Compaq's plasma display portable from 1987
IBM 5155 Portable
Restoration of IBM's portable personal computer from 1984