Identifying IBM PS/2 Displays by Model Number

Last reviewed: November 22, 1994
Article ID: Q40057

SUMMARY

The following information may help you identify the type of display monitor used by the IBM model number.

The model number is shown on the oval IBM logo plaque on the front of the display.

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The following is a table of IBM Personal System/2 displays:

   Part Number  Display Type  Size         Maximum Resolution
                             (in Inches)
   ----------------------------------------------------------
   8503         Monochrome    12            640 x 480 (VGA)
   8506         Monochrome    17            848 x 1200 (PS/2 IA)
   8507         Monochrome    19           1024 x 768 (8514)
   8508         Monochrome    19           1600 x 1200 (PS/2 IA)
   8512         Color         14            640 x 480 (VGA)
   8513         Color         12            640 x 480 (VGA)
   8514         Color         16           1024 x 768 (8514)
   8604         Monochrome    15           1024 x 768 (8514)

NOTE: "Maximum Resolution" assumes the monitor is being used with a display card of the proper capability. PS/2 Models 25 and 30 are equipped with MCGA. A resolution of 1024 x 768 requires the IBM 8514/A display adapter. The 8506 and 8508 adapters require the IBM Personal System/2 Image Adapter/A.

The IBM products included here are manufactured by a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding these products' performance or reliability.

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Last reviewed: November 22, 1994
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