Hardware Compatibility
Supported Platforms
ELKS runs on a wide range of 8086 and 80286 hardware,
including original IBM PCs and clones.
| Platform | CPU | Status |
|---|
| IBM PC/XT 5160 | 8088 | Supported |
| IBM PC/AT 5170 | 80286 | Supported |
| Amstrad PC1640 | 8086 | Supported |
| QEMU | Emulated | Supported |
Network Cards
- NE2000 and clones (NE2K)
- Western Digital WD8003
- 3Com 3C509 EtherLink III
Storage
- Standard floppy disk controllers
- XT-IDE / Lo-tech CF adapters
- Standard IDE/ATA controllers (on 286)