A piece of computer and science fiction history will go on auction next month: An early Macintosh computer, which belonged to Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry.

The computer, with the serial number F4200NUM0001, was a gift to Roddenberry from Apple.

Though the computer was earlier believed to be an Macintosh Plus, it is an is an early production Macintosh 128 (#776).

Despite the 0001 serial number, the computer is not the first one manufactured by Apple, says Profiles in History, an auctioneer of Hollywood memorabilia, which will be taking bids for the computer.

The computer for auction has a 9-inch display, 3.5-inch floppy drive and includes the short keyboard, external floppy drive, mouse and padded carrying case with Apple logo.

"Gene Roddenberry's vision inspired countless people to pursue careers in science and aerospace. This milestone computer, given to Gene by Apple's innovators, is a symbol of this synergy," said Joe Maddalena, president of Profiles in History.

The Mac is expected to fetch between $800 to $1,200.

Photos: Profiles in History

*The story has been updated to correct the information initially released by the auction house that the computer was the first Macintosh Plus manufactured by Apple.

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