AMSTRAD PPC 640D Portable Computer

Circa 1988

Originally marketed as an affordable, portable, IBM PC-compatible computer for general office tasks and on-the-go computing.

It was aimed at professionals who needed to work in various locations on tasks such as preparing letters or managing personal budgets away from a main office.

It includes a built-in modem for connectivity, which was a significant feature for a portable device at that time.

Technical Specifications:

Processor: NEC V30 CPU running at 8 MHz (faster than an Intel 8088/8086)

RAM Memory: 640 KB

Storage: Two built-in 720 KB 3.5-inch floppy disk drives (the "D" in the model name)

Display: Monochrome non-backlit supertwist LCD with a resolution of 640 x 200 pixels; it could emulate CGA and MDA graphics modes

Keyboard: Full-size 102-key keyboard with a numeric keypad

Connectivity: Built-in 2400 baud modem, RS-232 serial port, Centronics parallel printer port, and an external CGA/MDA monitor port

Operating System: MS-DOS 3.3 and software such as PPC Organiser and Mirror II communications software

Power: Ten C-size batteries (approx. one hour of use), AC mains adapter, or car cigarette lighter adapter

Weight: Approximately 12 lbs (5.4 kg) without accessories

NOTE: 2-Units available.

(H-10.5cm x W-49cm x D-22.5cm)