Artifact Details

Description

This unit is a Burroughs L5000 computer for accounting. There is a paper handler at the top with dials for adjustment on either side, a scale for measuring the paper, and sprockets slides for adjusting the fanfold paper. There is a Selectric ball for typing. Taped to the cover over the typing mechanism are 4 paper lists, labeled "Field No.," "A/R," "Inventory Stripe," and no title. Below that is a panel with 2 white push buttons and a row of 37 multi-colored indicator lights. Below them is a QWERTY keyboard and a purple number pad and a row of blue function keys. There are green Dymo labels around the keys. The labels near the function keys read "PK'S." The others read "OCK'S." A paper rack has been detached from the machine and is stored separately beneath the machine.

Date

ca. 1973

Manufacturer

Burroughs Corporation

Place Manufactured

Plymouth, Mich.

Identifying Numbers

Model number

L5000

On a sign affixed to the front of the unit.

Dimensions

overall: 44 1/2 in x 57 1/2 in x 29 1/2 in

Category

Digital computer/mainframe