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Lot Essay
The Apple® //e series was Apple's follow-on to the Apple II Plus series. It introduced the ability to display lowercase characters, an 80-column text mode (with a standard expansion card), and higher-resolution graphics modes. It was also the first Apple computer to use custom chips.
Together, the keyboard and motherboard markings of this unit suggest it is a 'revision B' version of the machine (which provided the 'double high-resolution' graphics mode), manufactured in either 1983 or 1984.
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Light marks, scratches, faded coloration, and signs of general wear consistent with age. Please note given the age of the electronics we cannot guarantee the functioning electrical integrity of this lot. This equipment has been working but nonetheless we suggest the buyer contact a certified computer engineer before using the device.
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Lot 6Sale 3432
APPLE COMPUTER, INC.An Apple® //e ComputerEstimate: USD 300 - 500
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