Sun 501-2286 SPARC 5 70MHz Motherboard w/ Processor Module

Sun 501-2286 SPARC 5 70MHz Motherboard w/ Processor Module

This is a classic SPARC 5 motherboard with integrated 70MHz processor module from Sun Microsystems, a defining era of workstation-class computing in the early-to-mid 1990s. The 501-2286 is the core processing board for Sun's SPARC 5 systems, combining the CPU and memory control onto a single module. This component was pulled from a working system and represents the solid engineering Sun was known for in its SPARC-based product lines.

Specifications & What's Included

• Manufacturer: Sun Microsystems
• Part/Model Number: 501-2286
• Processor: SPARC 5 CPU Module
• Clock Speed: 70 MHz
• Architecture: SPARC (Scalable Processor Architecture)
• Form Factor: Single-board motherboard with integrated processor
• Condition: Used, pulled from working environment
• Includes: Motherboard/CPU module only (no ancillary cards or accessories)

Applications

The SPARC 5 processor and 501-2286 board were standard in Sun SPARC 5 workstations and SunSpare systems, used widely in the early 1990s for engineering, scientific computing, Unix-based development, and graphics-intensive workloads. The SPARC architecture itself is a RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) design that emphasized high performance for multi-user Unix environments. The SPARC 5 generation represented a significant step forward in clock speed and capability compared to earlier SPARC variants. This board is sought after by vintage computing enthusiasts, SPARC system restorers, and collectors of classic Sun equipment. Whether you are building or repairing a SPARC 5 system, upgrading a legacy installation, or preserving a piece of computing history, the 501-2286 is a key component for SPARC 5 systems from that era.