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IBM Personal Computer Technical Reference

Comprehensive Hardware Guide

This technical reference manual provides detailed specifications and architectural insights into IBM Personal Computer hardware. It is an essential resource for understanding the design and operation of key IBM systems.

Key Systems and Components

Focusing on the IBM Personal Computer XT and IBM Portable Personal Computer, this document delves into:

System Board layout, circuitry, and specifications
The Intel 8087 Math Coprocessor
Power supply units and requirements
Keyboard interfaces (83-key and 101/102-key models)
System BIOS functions and interrupt vectors

Detailed logic diagrams, I/O maps, and interface descriptions are included to offer a thorough technical understanding.

Target Audience

Intended for hardware designers, programmers, engineers, and technical enthusiasts, this manual offers critical information for system analysis and development.

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