The IBM 5155 - Portable Computer weirdness from the 1980's!
Just what is an IBM 5155, and why does it have so many graphic/screen options? Also, why did I use it to play Nintendo on? Join me as I rebuild, restore and find out all about it! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction 1:24 - Some History stuff 9:10 - What hardware is in this thing? 12:49 - Testing the hardware 18:21 - Playing Nintendo on the in-built monitor 19:46 - Cleaning/restoration of the case 27:19 - Reassembly and testing 30:01 - Playing around with composite CGA and multiple monitors 35:30 - Outro VIDEO LINKS: 8-bit guy CGA video : • CGA Graphics - Not as bad as you thought! RetroSpector78 Dual monitors on 5150: • IBM 5150 PC with dual MDA & CGA monitor setup Songs used in this video (All music by Technoaxe: https://teknoaxe.com): Epic Chiptune Thunderdome Chiptune Roller Derby Behold a Square horse Groovy Elevator Down in the Bog Basic Electro Hanging Loose at the Record store Square Boy Shuffle
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