Editing Acorn Archimedes A5000 (section)

== Manufacturing History ==

Production evolved through several phases:

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! Period !! Changes !! Drive Options !! Notes
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| Sep 1991-Mar 1992 || Initial release || 40/80 MB || VIDC1a
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| Apr-Sep 1992 || Component updates || 80/120 MB || Some VIDC20
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| Oct 1992-Mar 1993 || Cost reduction || 80/120 MB || VIDC20 standard
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| Apr-Dec 1993 || Final production || 120 MB only || Clearance sales
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Approximately 25,000 units were manufactured, making the A5000 one of Acorn's more successful professional models. Educational purchases accounted for 60% of sales, with the remainder split between business and advanced home users.