Tandy 1000 SX

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:computer
gptkbp:advertising promoted in Radio Shack stores
marketed through Radio Shack stores
gptkbp:capacity 360 KB
gptkbp:case_types desktop case
gptkbp:color beige
gptkbp:color_options beige
gptkbp:community active user community
active online community
Tandy user groups
gptkbp:community_support active user forums
gptkbp:connects 8-bit bus
16-bit system bus
8-bit system bus
gptkbp:cooling_system passive cooling
gptkbp:depth 4 colors
gptkbp:design compact design
gptkbp:dimensions 15.5 x 16.5 x 5.5 inches
gptkbp:discontinued gptkb:1990
gptkbp:emulation emulated on modern systems
gptkbp:end_date gptkb:1995
gptkbp:end_of_life 1990 discontinuation
gptkbp:expansion_plans upgradable RAM
expandable with additional cards
gptkbp:fan_art internal cooling fan
no internal fan
ball bearing fan
gptkbp:fan_events no fan
gptkbp:features expandable architecture
gptkbp:form_factor desktop
gptkbp:game_modes CGA graphics mode
gptkbp:gpu gptkb:Tandy_Graphics_Adapter
integrated video
gptkbp:graphics CGA
supports 16 colors
gptkbp:has_expansion 8-bit ISA
gptkbp:has_programs gptkb:Tandy's_Desk_Mate
gptkbp:historical_significance important in early PC history
gptkbp:home_port gptkb:video_game
gptkb:Tandy_printers
LED indicators
serial and parallel ports
various peripherals
joystick port
game port
Tandy peripherals
compatible with Tandy peripherals
RGB monitor output
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Tandy 1000 SX
gptkbp:input_output full-size keyboard
keyboard and mouse
QWERTY layout
120 VAC
gptkbp:is_compatible_with gptkb:MS-DOS_3.3
DOS applications
IBMPC compatible
compatible with many DOS applications
compatible with early Windows versions
gptkbp:legacy gptkb:Tandy_1000_series_peripherals
support for legacy software
influenced later P Cs
compatible with older Tandy software
supports older Tandy software
part of Tandy 1000 series
part of Tandy's 1000 series
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Tandy_Corporation
gptkbp:market gptkb:1986
gptkb:North_America
$1,299
1986 launch
entry-level PC
launched in 1986
gptkbp:market_segment gptkb:computer
home and small business
gptkbp:marketed_as affordable home computer
gptkbp:material plastic case
gptkbp:monitors supports CGA monitors
gptkbp:network optional modem
gptkbp:notable_features expandable architecture
gptkbp:notable_games gptkb:King's_Quest
gptkbp:notable_work gptkb:Tandy's_Desk_Mate
gptkbp:operating_system gptkb:MS-DOS
gptkbp:power_consumption low power consumption
60 watts
approximately 60 watts
gptkbp:power_output internal power supply
standard power connector
gptkbp:price $1,299
gptkbp:processor gptkb:Intel_8088
gptkbp:production_location assembled in the USA
gptkbp:production_years gptkb:1990
1986-1990
gptkbp:ram 512 KB
64 KB
640 KB
64 KB video memory
gptkbp:related_model 1000 SX
gptkbp:release_date 1986-09-01
gptkbp:release_year gptkb:1986
gptkbp:resolution 640x200
gptkbp:sound gptkb:Tandy_3-Voice_Sound
internal speaker
mono speaker
optional Tandy sound card
mono audio output
gptkbp:speed 4.77 M Hz
gptkbp:storage 5.25-inch floppy disk drive
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Tandy_1000_RL
gptkb:Tandy_1000_TX
gptkbp:supports various DOS applications
Tandy technical support
Tandy software titles
gptkbp:type user guide
gptkbp:updates available through Tandy
gptkbp:upgrades gptkb:Tandy_1000_series
upgradable RAM
upgradable to 1 MBRAM
gptkbp:user_base home users
enthusiasts and collectors
home users and schools
home users and hobbyists
gptkbp:user_experience user-friendly interface
gptkbp:user_interface text-based interface
gptkbp:user_manual available online
Tandy 1000 SX User's Guide
gptkbp:video_output RGB monitor
gptkbp:weight approximately 20 lbs
approximately 15 lbs
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Tandy_1000
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5