IBM PS/2 Model 30 286 upgrades
IBM's 10 MHz 80286 desktop with VGA, 16-bit ISA expansion, and a 1.44 MB 3.5-inch floppy drive.
Also called: PS/2 Model 30-286, IBM 8530-E01, IBM 8530-E21, PS/2 30-286
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Introduced: 1988
Products listed: 1
Exact-model evidence: 1
Family/interface evidence: 0
Upgrade types: 1
Vintage searches: 0
Upgrade directory: PS/2 Model 30 286
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| Status | Product | What it does | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| AvailableChecked Jul 25, 2026 | IBM PS/2 Floppy Drive Adapterby Retro Electronics | Adapts the powered 34-pin floppy cable in compatible IBM PS/2 systems for a standard floppy drive or Gotek. For this system (exact model): The seller tested the adapter in a Model 30 286 with a Gotek. Observe the photographed orientation and use the separate Molex power breakout; directly connecting the powered PS/2 cable to a standard drive can damage both computer and drive. This adapter is not for edge-connector systems. Retro Electronics listed three assembled adapters in stock on 2026-07-25. | IBM PS/2 Floppy Drive Adapter product page |