The Model 100s and 102s in the picture are machines recently pulled to complete an order, along with some disk drives and Model 200s that we are still evaluating. The usual process starts with an order for 5 to 20 machines. We pull a set to meet that order then proceed with the work. The machines are all taken apart, pre-tested, cleaned, repaired and adjusted, put back together and application tested. The process takes time and care.
Component testing is the major step in the process.
We check all the ports, the RAM, and various known areas in the system for all the typical stuff we've become accustomed to finding. Here you see a Model 100 motherboard with 32K RAM attached to a LCD and keyboard undergoing testing. The soldering iron is used to address typical cold solder joint areas. When finished, the motherboard and components will function like new for years to come. The following 12 photos show the process of completely disassembling a Model 100.