Epson ActionNote 500C
Needs a new keyboard and I don't have the original power supply. Otherwise, I have restored this one to working condition.
| Release Year | 1994 |
|---|---|
| CPU | Cyrix 486SLC2 @50MHz |
| RAM | 8MB |
| Primary Storage | Toshiba HDD |
| Display | 8.4" Passive Matrix Color LCD @640x480 (Sanyo) |
| Graphics | Cirrus Logic GD6235 |
| Sound Chip | None |
| OS | Windows 3.1 |
| Battery | NiMH Aftermarket (Dead) |
| CMOS Battery | Dallas RTC, mod performed |
| Power Supply | Missing (have to stick pins in the connector to power it) |
| Issues | Keyboard has dead keys |
| Where I got it | VCF East Swap Meet |
| When I got it | June 2025 |
| Price Paid | Not much, like $20 |
For specific general specifications on this model of laptop, see it's page on the laptop portal.
Maintenance Performed Since Acquisition (in chronological order)
- Internal inspection and testing
- LCD and Inverter recapped, DC/DC board partially recapped
- Dallas RTC battery modded to get it booting
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Page last updated (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/21/2025
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