Description
Digitrend Systems 8021312 8-Bit ISA Controller Card DB9 DB25 Edge Connector
This is a Digitrend Systems 8021312 8-bit ISA controller card fitted with a full-length ISA edge connector and a dual-port bracket carrying one DB9 (9-pin) and one DB25 (25-pin) connector. The card is populated with numerous DIP ICs across its full length, consistent with a multi-function I/O or peripheral controller design of the ISA era. A Digitrend Systems warranty label on the reverse reads part number 01-8021312.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Digitrend Systems
- Part Number: 8021312 (label: 01-8021312)
- Bus Interface: 8-bit ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) gold-finger edge connector
- Card Length: Full-length ISA form factor
- Bracket Connectors: DB9 (9-pin, likely serial) and DB25 (25-pin, likely parallel or serial)
- PCB: Green, dual-sided, populated with multiple DIP ICs and passive components
- Notable Components: Multiple DIP logic/controller ICs (markings partially legible); blue jumper block visible on component side
- Condition: Sold AS-IS for parts or repair — not tested, functionality not guaranteed
Applications
The Digitrend Systems 8021312 is an 8-bit ISA expansion card from the era of IBM PC/XT and PC/AT compatible systems — roughly the mid-to-late 1980s, when the 8-bit ISA bus was the dominant expansion standard in personal computers before 16-bit ISA and later PCI took over. Cards of this type were used to add serial and parallel I/O ports, or to interface external peripherals and industrial devices, to PC-compatible systems via the ISA bus. The DB9 and DB25 connectors on the bracket suggest serial (RS-232) and parallel port functions, which were commonly used to connect printers, plotters, modems, and industrial instruments. Today, cards like this are primarily sought by collectors, vintage computer restorers, and technicians maintaining legacy IBM PC/XT/AT-era systems or industrial equipment that still depends on ISA-bus controllers. This card is offered as-is for parts or repair purposes.
Digitrend Systems 8021312 8-bit ISA controller card in used condition. The PCB is clean and green with all ICs present and intact. Both the DB9 and DB25 bracket connectors are in good shape with no visible damage. This is a working card suitable for legacy system restoration or as a replacement component.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Digitrend Systems |
Model: |
8021312 |
MPN: |
01-8021312 |
Type: |
8-Bit ISA Controller Card |
SKU: |
41020 |
Bus Type: |
ISA (8-bit) |
Form Factor: |
ISA Expansion Card |
Connector 1: |
DB9 (9-pin serial) |
Connector 2: |
DB25 (25-pin parallel) |
Edge Connector: |
8-bit ISA gold-finger edge connector |
Condition: |
As-Is / For Parts or Not Working |
Seller Notes: |
Sold AS-IS for parts or repair; no functionality guarantee |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Condition Notes: |
Used Digitrend Systems 8021312 8-bit ISA controller card. Clean PCB, all ICs present, DB9 and DB25 connectors intact. Working condition. |