Description
HDS Network Systems BA-NC70P83-001 @workStation Network Computer NC25CP 120V
The HDS Network Systems BA-NC70P83-001 is an @workStation network computer — a diskless thin-client terminal designed to operate as a client node on a server-based network, booting its operating environment from a central server rather than local storage. Produced by HDS Network Systems, Inc. in the United States, this unit carries the NC25CP configuration designation and is labeled NC25CF SW7 8M 8B2 at 120V.
Specifications & What's Included
- Part Number: BA-NC70P83-001
- Configuration: NC25CF SW7 8M 8B2
- Power: 120V AC, 2.5A, IEC inlet
- Form Factor: Low-profile desktop enclosure
- Video Output: 15-pin HD-15 (VGA-style) Monitor port
- Network: Twisted Pair (RJ-45) and Thick Ethernet ports on rear
- Keyboard Port: Sun KYBD connector
- Mouse Port: Dedicated mouse connector
- Serial Ports: Two serial ports (Serial 1 and Serial 2)
- Parallel Port: One parallel port
- Expansion: PC Card Interface slot (front panel)
- Audio: Audio Out and Audio In jacks
- Country of Manufacture: United States
Applications
The HDS @workStation was part of the mid-1990s wave of network computers (NCs) and thin-client terminals built on the premise that computing resources could be centralized on a server while users worked from lightweight, low-cost client nodes with no local disk. These systems were common in corporate and institutional environments — universities, financial offices, and engineering departments — where IT administrators managed all software and data centrally. The @workStation line from HDS Network Systems supported both Twisted Pair and Thick Ethernet connections, reflecting the transition period when 10BASE-T was displacing 10BASE5 coax in office networks. The Sun KYBD connector points to compatibility with Sun Microsystems-compatible peripherals, situating this unit in the Unix/SPARC workstation ecosystem of the era. The PC Card (PCMCIA) interface slot allowed for optional peripheral expansion. Today these units are sought by collectors of 1990s computing history, legacy system administrators maintaining period-correct lab environments, and researchers studying early thin-client and network computing architectures.
This HDS Network Systems BA-NC70P83-001 @workStation Network Computer has been inspected and is in good used condition. The unit powers on and the 15-pin monitor port does send a video signal; however, none of our monitors were able to display the output, which is consistent with this type of network computer requiring a specific sync standard or server-boot environment to produce a usable display. The chassis is clean overall with only light cosmetic wear typical of used equipment. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions. Please note: We have multiple units in stock — yours may not be the one shown in the photos, however, it will be similar in condition and function.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
HDS Network Systems |
Model: |
BA-NC70P83-001 |
MPN: |
BA-NC70P83-001 |
Secondary Model: |
NC25CP |
Type: |
Network Computer / Thin Client Terminal |
SKU: |
31270 |
Configuration: |
NC25CF SW7 8M 8B2 |
Power Requirements: |
120V AC, 2.5A |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Form Factor: |
Desktop / Low-Profile |
Network Interface: |
Twisted Pair (RJ-45), Thick Ethernet |
Video Output: |
15-pin VGA (HD-15) Monitor port |
Peripheral Ports: |
Mouse, Keyboard (Sun KYBD), Parallel, Serial x2 |
Expansion: |
PC Card Interface slot |
Audio: |
Audio Out, Audio In |
Condition: |
Used – Powers On; video signal output unverified on modern displays |
Condition Notes: |
HDS Network Systems BA-NC70P83-001 @workStation powers on; 15-pin video port sends signal but our monitors could not display output — likely requires specific sync/server environment. Good cosmetic condition. Pulled from working environment. |
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 |
