New Acquisition: Acorn BBC Archimedes A3000 - 01-AKB01-104562

Make	Model	Serial Number
Acorn Computers	BBC Archimedes A3000	01-AKB01-1045624

Overview

• Manufacturer: Acorn Computers.
• Production Years: The BBC Archimedes A3000 was launched in May 1989.
• Historical Significance: The A3000 was the last Acorn machine to carry the **BBC Microcomputer System** branding. It marked a shift towards RISC-based computing and was designed as an entry-level home computer, offering a compact, integrated keyboard design.
• Architecture: The A3000 was based on the ARM2 processor and featured RISC OS 2.00, providing a significant performance boost over previous BBC Micro models.

Specification

• Processor: ARM2 running at 8 MHz.
• Memory: 1MB RAM, expandable via third-party upgrades.
• Storage: Built-in 3.5-inch floppy disk drive (800KB capacity).
• Display: Supported multiple graphics modes:
  • 640×256 resolution with 2 colors.
  • 320×256 resolution with 4 colors.
  • 160×256 resolution with 16 colors.
• Audio: Basic sound capabilities via the VIDC chip.
• Connectivity:
  • RGB monitor output.
  • Parallel printer port.
  • Serial port

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Next steps:

• Immediately check for battery damage and remove the battery if still onboard;
• From there on in, it depends on how much damage has occured.

As I get to each stage I'll create a separate blog post to document my journey.