Sharp Zaurus SL-5500 Linux PDA – OpenZaurus / OPIE 1.2 – Tested Working – No OEM Charger

For sale is a Sharp Zaurus SL-5500 Linux PDA / handheld computer. This is the classic early-2000s Linux-based Zaurus with touchscreen, slide-out QWERTY keyboard, CompactFlash slot, SD slot, infrared, and a color display.

This unit has been tested and is working. It boots right up into OpenZaurus / OPIE 1.2 and operates as it should.

Included:

• Sharp Zaurus SL-5500 PDA
• Generic replacement stylus
• USB charging cable with multi-adapter tips
• Correct adapter tip used to charge this Zaurus
• No original/OEM charger

Tested / verified:

• Powers on
• Boots successfully into OpenZaurus / OPIE 1.2
• Display comes on
• Backlight works
• Touchscreen/interface responds during basic startup use, if verified
• Battery charges enough for the unit to boot
• Unit charges/powers using the included USB charging cable and correct adapter tip

Not fully tested: CompactFlash slot, SD slot, infrared, sync/data connection, audio, long battery runtime, and all software/hardware functions.

The original stylus is missing, but a generic replacement stylus will be included. The original wall charger is also missing. This unit charged successfully using the included USB charging cable and the appropriate adapter tip with a suitable USB power source.

Battery is working and charging, but because this is a vintage device, exact battery runtime is not guaranteed.

This is a vintage Linux PDA / handheld computer and is best suited for collectors, retro-computing enthusiasts, Linux tinkerers, and Sharp Zaurus fans. It is not a modern smartphone or current-production handheld.

Cosmetic condition is used with normal signs of age, handling, and storage. Please review all photos for exact condition and included accessories.

Carefully packed for shipping.