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Compaq were one of the first to embrace the power of Intel's new 386 CPU in 1987, in both their desktop and luggable range of machines. Today we're exploring the Compaq Portable 386 to see if the hefty price tag really delivers, or if it's an overpriced executive toy. We also fix a few things along the way too!
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00:00 Introduction to the Compaq Portable 386
01:20 The Secret of PCBWAY.COM
02:02 History of the Compaq Portable 386
06:02 Power Up and Backup!
09:20 What's inside?
11:39 Test Drive
15:27 Repairing the Keyboard Cable
20:29 Fixing Broken Keyboard Legs
23:08 The Finished Compaq Portable 386
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