Description
Compaq Contura 430C 2860C Laptop Computer Vintage 486 Trackball No AC Adapter
The Compaq Contura 430C is a mid-1990s 486-class portable computer from Compaq's Contura line of consumer and business laptops. Identified by its Series 2860C designation, the 430C features a compact clamshell design with a built-in passive-matrix color LCD display, a full keyboard, and an integrated trackball pointing device below the spacebar — a common input method on laptops of this era before the widespread adoption of touchpads. The unit is manufactured in Singapore, as noted on the bottom label (FCC ID: CNT75MB2CC).
Specifications & What's Included
- Make: Compaq
- Model: Contura 430C
- Series: 2860C
- FCC ID: CNT75MB2CC
- Processor: Intel 486 (Contura 430C series)
- Display: Color passive-matrix LCD
- Keyboard: Full integrated keyboard with Fn key row
- Pointing Device: Integrated trackball (below spacebar)
- Storage: 3.5" floppy disk drive (visible on left side panel)
- Rear Ports: Parallel (DB25), two DB serial ports (DB9 / DB25), audio/headphone jack, VGA video output
- Battery: Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) — as noted on bottom label
- Country of Manufacture: Singapore
- Included: Laptop only — no AC adapter included
Applications
The Compaq Contura series was introduced in the early-to-mid 1990s as a more affordable line of Compaq portables aimed at business travelers and students. The 430C runs MS-DOS and Windows 3.x era software, making it a sought-after piece of hardware for vintage computing enthusiasts, retro gaming, and running period-correct DOS applications or legacy industrial/scientific software that requires a real parallel or serial port. The rear parallel port is particularly useful for interfacing with older lab instruments, CNC machines, EPROM programmers, and other legacy equipment that communicates via parallel or RS-232 serial. Collectors and hobbyists also prize Contura-series machines for their compact form factor and characteristic 1990s Compaq industrial design. Note that an AC adapter is required to power the unit and is not included — the Compaq Contura 430C uses a 16.5V DC power input (as noted on the bottom label).
This Compaq Contura 430C (Series 2860C) vintage laptop has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition for its age. The unit shows normal cosmetic wear consistent with prior use — the dark plastic housing and keyboard look generally clean with minor handling marks typical of a 1990s portable. The LCD screen, keyboard, trackball, and floppy drive bay all appear intact and complete. No AC adapter is included with this unit. Please review all photos carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Compaq |
Model: |
Contura 430C |
MPN: |
2860C |
Secondary Model: |
Series 2860C |
FCC ID: |
CNT75MB2CC |
SKU: |
34251 |
Type: |
Laptop / Notebook Computer |
Processor Family: |
Intel 486 |
Form Factor: |
Laptop / Clamshell |
Pointing Device: |
Integrated Trackball |
Storage Drive: |
3.5" Floppy Drive (visible, left side) |
Display: |
Color LCD (passive matrix) |
Rear Ports: |
Parallel, Serial (DB9), VGA, Audio |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
Singapore |
Battery Type: |
Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) |
Seller Notes: |
No AC adapter included. Laptop only. |
Condition Notes: |
This Compaq Contura 430C (Series 2860C) laptop is in good used condition with normal cosmetic wear for its age. No AC adapter is included. Not bench-tested at our facility; sold as-inspected. Please view photos and contact us with questions. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |