Up for sale is a rare IBM PS/2 Model 95 XP 486. The Model 95 was the highest-end computer in IBM's PS/2 lineup.
The Model 95 features removable processor complexes that allow for CPU upgrading. This particular unit has a Type 3 complex, the fastest of the 486-class complexes. The complex features a 50MHz processor bus paired with 256KB of L2 cache.
The processor complex has been upgraded with an AMD X5 5x86 processor, which triples CPU clock speed from the original 50MHz to 150MHz. The processor also features 16KB of L1 cache, further enhancing CPU performance.
The Model 95 features eight SIMM slots, supporting up to 64MB of memory, and eight 32-bit Microchannel (MCA) expansion slots.
This particular unit has 20MB of memory installed.
For disk access, the computer features a SCSI Adapter w/ Cache (Spock Prime) upgraded to the maximum 2MB of cache using custom SIMMs modified to be compatible with IBM's proprietary format. The computer also features an upgraded ST19171N hard disk, re-sectored to 3.94GB, the maximum size compatible with IML.
Also included is a 40x SCSI CD-ROM drive, one of the fastest SCSI CD drives ever made, along with 3D printed internal mounting kit and bezel.
For connectivity, the computer features an IBM LAN Adapter/A, one of the fastest MCA LAN adapters.
For video, the computer features an IBM XGA Display Adapter/A.
Installed on the computer is a copy of Windows 95. The computer also is configured to serve an FTP server, allowing you to easily transfer files to and from it with a modern computer on your network using FTP clients like Filezilla.
Everything is functional, including the floppy drive and CD-ROM drive.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask.
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