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Apple Macintosh PowerBook 190 M3047 Laptop System 7.5.2 Tested Battery PSU
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Apple Macintosh PowerBook 190 M3047 Laptop System 7.5.2 Tested Battery PSU
Price: US $199.97

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Apple Macintosh PowerBook 190 Laptop – Tested Working – System 7.5.2 – New Battery – OEM PSU – Serviced Floppy

For sale is an Apple Macintosh PowerBook 190 vintage laptop computer. This unit has been tested and is working. It boots to the installed Macintosh desktop, the hard drive works, and the floppy drive has been serviced and tested working.

This listing includes the PowerBook 190 laptop, a brand-new PowerBook rechargeable battery, and the original Apple Macintosh PowerBook 45W power adapter.

Please note: one hinge needs work/repair. The laptop is working, but the screen/hinge area should be handled carefully.

Key Features
  • Apple Macintosh PowerBook 190 laptop
  • Tested and working
  • Boots to installed Macintosh System Software 7.5.2
  • System Enabler 1.2.1 installed
  • Hard drive working
  • Floppy drive serviced and tested working
  • Brand-new PowerBook rechargeable battery included
  • Original Apple Macintosh PowerBook 45W power adapter included
  • Built-in screen working
  • Keyboard working
  • Trackpad working
  • Installed software included on hard drive
  • Ready for PowerPC upgrade sticker present on display housing
System Details Shown in Photos

Model: Apple Macintosh PowerBook 190
Series: PowerBook 190 Series
Family Number: M3047
FCC ID: HLZM3047
Assembled In: Taiwan
Rated Input: 24V DC, 1.9A Max
System Software: 7.5.2
System Enabler: 1.2.1
Built-In Memory: 16,384K
Total Memory: 17,408K
Hard Drive: Macintosh HD
Hard Drive Info Shown: 146 MB on disk / 366.8 MB available
Drive Location Shown: Macintosh HD, ATA 0, v1.12

Power Adapter Details

Included is the original Apple Macintosh PowerBook 45W Power Adapter.

Power Adapter Details:

  • Apple Macintosh PowerBook 45W Power Adapter
  • Model Number: M3037
  • Type: A1
  • Input: 100–240V, 50/60Hz
  • Output: 24V DC, 1.875A
  • 45W Max
  • Apple OEM power adapter
Battery Details

Included battery:

  • Apple PowerBook Rechargeable Battery
  • Model Number: M3254
  • NiMH battery
  • Brand-new battery included

Battery is included as brand-new, but as with all vintage rechargeable battery systems, long-term runtime is not guaranteed.

Testing Performed

This PowerBook 190 has been tested and is working.

Testing notes:

  • Boots successfully to Macintosh desktop
  • Internal hard drive works
  • Floppy drive serviced and tested working
  • Built-in display works
  • Keyboard tested working
  • Trackpad tested working
  • OEM power adapter tested with the laptop
  • System information screen verified
  • Installed software visible and accessible
Known Issue

One hinge needs work/repair.

The laptop is working, but the hinge/display area should be opened and closed carefully. This is being clearly disclosed and shown in the photos. Because of this hinge issue and the age of the computer, the laptop is sold as-is.

Installed Software / Items Visible on Hard Drive

The following installed software, folders, utilities, or documents are visible in the photos:

  • Macintosh System Folder
  • System Software 7.5.2
  • System Enabler 1.2.1
  • PowerBook 190 Read Me
  • PowerBook 190 Tour
  • Software Highlights
  • Applications folder
  • Apple Extras folder
  • Utilities folder
  • MacComCenter Folder
  • Norton Utilities Online v2.7 Folder
  • Color StyleWriter 2200 Read Me
  • Color StyleWriter 2200 Troubleshooting
  • Color StyleWriter 2200 desktop item
  • Drag’n Fax
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader 2.0
  • ClarisWorks 4.0 Folder
  • Eric’s Solitaire Sample
  • eWorld Online
  • HyperCard Player 2.3
  • MacLinkPlus 8.0
  • PowerBook File Assistant
  • Remote Access Client Folder
  • Apple IR File Exchange folder
  • Spin Doctor
  • Super Maze Wars
  • Physical
  • MD Letterhead
  • “merwie ’n’ pickie” item/folder as shown
  • Untitled floppy/disk icon shown on desktop

Software is included as currently installed on the hard drive. No original software disks, licenses, manuals, or install media are included unless specifically shown.

Cosmetic Condition

This is a vintage Apple laptop and shows normal age-related wear.

Cosmetic notes:

  • Overall presents well for its age
  • Normal scuffs, scratches, and marks from use
  • Some visible wear on the outer case
  • One hinge/hinge area needs work
  • Display works, but vintage passive LCD screens may show age-related tinting, unevenness, or viewing-angle variation
  • Labels are present and readable
  • Please review all photos carefully for exact cosmetic condition
Included

Included:

  • Apple Macintosh PowerBook 190 laptop
  • Brand-new Apple PowerBook rechargeable battery, model M3254
  • Original Apple Macintosh PowerBook 45W power adapter, model M3037
  • Installed hard drive with software shown
  • Serviced working floppy drive

Not included:

  • No original box
  • No manuals
  • No restore disks
  • No software install disks
  • No external floppy disks
  • No printer
  • No modem/phone cables
  • No additional accessories unless shown/listed above
Important Vintage Computer Notice

This is a vintage Apple laptop from the 1990s. It has been tested and is working as described, but due to age, it is sold as a vintage electronic item with no long-term warranty. The hinge issue is disclosed. Buyer should be comfortable with vintage computer ownership, maintenance, and careful handling.

Suggested Item Specifics

Brand: Apple
Model: Macintosh PowerBook 190
Series: PowerBook 190 Series
Family Number: M3047
Type: Laptop
Processor: Motorola 68LC040
Processor Speed: 33 MHz
RAM Size: 17 MB
Hard Drive Capacity: Approximately 500 MB class drive
Operating System: System Software 7.5.2
Color: Black
Vintage: Yes
Screen: Built-in LCD
Power Adapter: OEM Apple 45W Power Adapter Included
Battery: Brand-New PowerBook Rechargeable Battery Included
Country/Region of Manufacture: Taiwan
Condition: Used / Tested Working
Known Issue: One hinge needs work

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