Engineering:Compaq SLT
 Compaq SLT/286 laptop computer | |
| Manufacturer | Compaq |
|---|---|
| Release date | October 17, 1988 |
| Introductory price | $5,399 (about $10,992 adjusted)[1] |
| CPU | 12MHz 80C286 |
| Successor | Compaq LTE |
Compaq SLT was a line of laptop computers made by Compaq. The SLT series was the successor to the Portable III and the predecessor to the more well known Compaq LTE. Two models were produced in the SLT series. The first model, named SLT/286, released on October 17, 1988,[2] is considered to be one of the most notable units in laptop history due to its battery life and superior performance compared to competing models. It is also notable for being Compaq’s first laptop computer. The SLT/286 had a 12 MHz Harris or Intel 80C286 processor (both brands were used throughout the SLT/286’s production) and a grayscale VGA LCD screen, the very first laptop with this feature. The price started at $5,399 for the base-model.[3][4][5][6]
The second model, the SLT 386s/20, was released in 1990,[7] and featured a 386SX 20MHz CPU, versus the 286 12MHz CPU of the SLT/286. It also came with 2MB of RAM standard, compared to the 640KB the SLT/286 came with, and a 60 or 120MB hard disk drive, rather than the 20 or 40MB options the SLT/286 offered.
Docking Station Capability
The SLT line was marketed as a desktop replacement and had a matching docking station, which allowed two standard ISA boards to be used with the SLT.
The docking station retailed for $999.[4]
Models
| Model | Release Date | Processor | Clock Speed | Spec / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLT/286[4] | October 17, 1988 | 286 | 12 MHz | - |
| SLT 386s/20 | June 18, 1990 | 386 | 20 MHz | [clarification needed] |
Battery life
Compaq's main marketing message for the SLT range was its battery life, up to 3-hours minimum.[4] Compaq mentioned this feature in almost all of the SLT literature. Moreover, Compaq released an external battery charger to enable the business user to charge up multiple batteries.[4]
Clones
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Victor Technologies offered a clone of the SLT/386 model, model Grid 386PX (BV30E01A). Whilst the Grid 386PX looks slightly different, it was unclear whether the Grid 386PX was a true clone or an alternative OEM product.
Acer also offered a clone, known as the AnyWare 1100LX.[8]
References
- ↑ "The Golden Age of Compaq Computers" (in en). https://www.pcmag.com/news/the-golden-age-of-compaq-computers.
- ↑ "COMPAQ UNVEILS LAPTOP | JOC.com". https://www.joc.com/compaq-unveils-laptop_19881017.html.
- ↑ Compaq Portable SLT/286
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 Lewis, Peter H. (1988-10-23). "THE EXECUTIVE COMPUTER; Compaq Finally Makes a Laptop" (in en-US). The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. https://www.nytimes.com/1988/10/23/business/the-executive-computer-compaq-finally-makes-a-laptop.html.
- ↑ Inc, InfoWorld Media Group (1988-11-14) (in en). InfoWorld. InfoWorld Media Group, Inc.. https://books.google.co.uk/books?id=wTsEAAAAMBAJ&pg=PT112&lpg=PT112&dq=Compaq+SLT+models&source=bl&ots=vUNyNhBlLh&sig=cOvXN67DAZrw7bCumZQ0m99KWUM&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi8yN246uvfAhWkSRUIHV1ZCbg4ChDoATACegQICRAB#v=onepage&q=Compaq%20SLT%20models&f=false.
- ↑ Inc, Ziff Davis (1991-03-12) (in en). PC Mag 1991 - Compaq SLT/386s/20 Model Released. Ziff Davis, Inc.. https://books.google.co.uk/books?id=GF_6VuE4h2MC&pg=PT133&lpg=PT133&dq=Compaq+SLT+models&source=bl&ots=0IhkmnEOw_&sig=SjDqZLVAB_ydFVyjy_XXkFutOtw&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi8yN246uvfAhWkSRUIHV1ZCbg4ChDoATADegQICBAB#v=onepage&q=Compaq%20SLT%20models&f=false.
- ↑ Inc, InfoWorld Media Group (1990-06-18) (in en). InfoWorld. InfoWorld Media Group, Inc.. https://books.google.com/books?id=tjwEAAAAMBAJ&q=compaq+slt+386s%2F20+infoworld&pg=PA7.
- ↑ Inc, Ziff Davis (1991-03-12) (in en). PC Mag - Acer AnyWare 1100LX. Ziff Davis, Inc.. https://books.google.com/books?id=GF_6VuE4h2MC&q=acer+anyware&pg=PT126.
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