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- In Stock: 11
- Manufacturer: DEC
- Model or Part: 470ZM-B9
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 25.00lb
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Overview
The DEC Microvax 3100-80 470ZM-B9 is a classic workstation that delivers reliable performance for legacy applications and vintage computing projects. This unit comes equipped with a full 72 megabytes of memory and is sold without a hard drive, allowing you to install the storage solution that best fits your needs. Its compact tower design and robust DEC engineering make it a prized addition for collectors, educators, and professionals who require a stable platform for DEC VAX operating systems.
Key Features
- 72 MB of high-speed RAM for smooth multitasking in VMS and ULTRIX environments
- Expandable memory slots for future upgrades
- Standard VAX architecture compatible with a wide range of DEC software
- Front-panel status LEDs for easy monitoring of power, CPU, and memory activity
- Modular design that simplifies maintenance and component replacement
- No hard drive installed - you choose the storage configuration that best meets your project
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: DEC
- Model/Part Number: 470ZM-B9
- Processor: VAX 3100 series CPU, 5 MHz
- Memory: 72 MB (configured as 4 x 18 MB modules)
- Memory Type: DRAM, parity protected
- Expansion Slots: 4 ISA slots, 2 VME slots
- Power Supply: 220-240 V AC, 300 W
- Dimensions: 17.5 inches high x 9.5 inches wide x 20 inches deep
- Weight: approx 45 lbs
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
- Operating Humidity: 20 to 80 percent non-condensing
Typical Applications
- Running legacy VMS or ULTRIX workloads in research labs
- Educational environments teaching computer architecture and operating system fundamentals
- Preservation of historic software and data for museums or archives
- Development and testing of VAX-compatible applications
- Integration into retro-computing exhibits or hobbyist projects
Whether you are restoring a vintage system, building a dedicated test platform, or simply adding a piece of computing history to your collection, the DEC Microvax 3100-80 470ZM-B9 offers a solid foundation with ample memory and flexible expansion options.