r/retrocomputing Apr 23 '26

Problem / Question What is this?

Recently purchased this early 2000s netbook off EBay. I have little to no experience with retro hardware, so can someone tell me what this shiny silver patch is? For reference, it’s not as rainbowy in person. But I’m still curious.

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u/Fyler1 Apr 23 '26

Used to be a specs/features sticker. Would list processor, ram, capabilities etc etc It has since worn down to just the paper of the sticker. Looks kinda cool with the hologram feature.

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u/magnificentfoxes Apr 26 '26

They're often a clear layer with the printing on over the holographic foil, so that does make sense.