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IBM 104-key PS/2 Keyboard (Black)
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IBM 104-key PS/2 Keyboard (Black)

Mike Perry has researched PC hardware since 2014, tracking 80+ GPU generations, 50+ retro handheld platforms, and 30+ vintage PC configurations. He synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides.

$14.99

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Price and availability subject to change.

Bottom line: The IBM 104-key PS/2 Keyboard (Black) is a niche pick — read recent reviews before buying in the keyboards & mice category, priced around $14.99. Compare close alternatives before committing.

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored IBM 104-key PS/2 Keyboard (Black) using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the keyboards & mice category. IBM's keyboards & mice lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Mixed or limited buyer feedback at this price point — focus your evaluation on recent reviews that specifically address build quality and long-term reliability, and shortlist one or two close alternatives before deciding.

Common buyer scenarios for keyboards & mice of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 104-key PS/2 Keyboard General Features: Black PS/2 interface 104-key layout
  • ✓ Backed by IBM's warranty and support channels
  • ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

Key Features

  • 104-key PS/2 Keyboard General Features: Black PS/2 interface 104-key layout
  • White lettering on black keys QWERTY layout Tactile feedback Num Lock LED indicator
  • Caps Lock LED indicator Scroll Lock LED indicator Tilt feet Regulatory Approvals: FCC CE VCCI
  • TUV UL C-Tick

Full Specifications

BrandIBM
ColorBlack
StyleContemporary
MaterialPlastic
Style NameContemporary
Unit Count1 Count
Switch TypeTactile
Model Number89P8300
Power SourceCorded Electric
Number of Keys104
Button Quantity104
Keyboard LayoutQWERTY
Mfr Part Number89P8300
Number of Packs1
Special FeatureTactile Feedback
Antenna LocationOffice
Hand OrientationAmbidextrous
Compatible DevicesDesktop/Laptop Computers
Enclosure MaterialPlastic
Additional FeaturesTactile Feedback

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IBM 104-key PS/2 Keyboard (Black) is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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