List of Early Microcomputers - Test and Development Machines

Test and Development Machines

As microprocessors were released into the market, companies often released simple development systems to bootstrap the use of the processor. These systems were often converted by hobbyists into complete computer systems.

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Model Processor Year Format Remarks Ref
Intel SIM8-01 Intel 8008 early 1972 bare board Intel's developer kit for the 8008
MOS Technology KIM-1 MOS Technology 6502 1975 complete board MOS's developer kit for the 6502, widely used in a number of projects
Motorola MEK6800D2 Motorola 6800 1976 complete board
Rockwell AIM-65 6502 complete board
Synertek SYM-1 6502 1978 complete board
Intel SDK-85 Intel 8085 1978

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