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My modified IBM 5150
- 29 July 2025
About a year ago, I had the nice opportunity to buy an IBM 5150 for 750 euros. While that might seem like a steep price at first, it was well justified: the previous owner had done extensive restoration work, including replacing all the capacitors and treating the PCBs in an ozone chamber. The ozone treatment helps to remove organic contaminants—like dust, grease, and mold residues—from the circuit boards, reducing corrosion and improving long-term reliability.
