[2] A display list of line segments (vectors) on a 1024 by 1024 grid was stored in computer's memory or an optional buffer on the 2250 and repainted on the 2250's CRT up to 40 times per second.

An optional character-generator feature on all models provided predefined fonts of 63 characters to simplify display of alphanumeric information.

A light pen was provided as a pointing device, serving the function of the modern computer mouse.

There were four models of 2250: A number of plug compatible manufacturers sold competitors to the 2250, including Adage, Evans & Sutherland, Information Displays Inc., Lundy, Sanders, Spectragraphics, and Vector General.

[3] In 1977 IBM introduced the 3250 Display System (manufactured by Sanders Associates) as an upgrade to the 2250.