Macintosh Performa 630
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| Macintosh Performa 630 | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | Personal Computer |
| Released | July 18, 1994 |
| Discontinued | July 1995 |
| Intro price | US$1,449 |
| CPU | Motorola 68LC040 @ 33 MHz |
| Memory | 4 MB RAM (expandable to 36 MB) |
| Storage | 250 MB IDE hard drive, 1.44 MB floppy drive |
| Display | Supports up to 832×624 at 8-bit color |
| Sound | Stereo 16-bit sound input/output |
| Dimensions | 4.3" H × 12.6" W × 16.5" D |
| Weight | 19 lbs (8.6 kg) |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.1.2P – Mac OS 8.1 |
| Predecessor | Performa 600 |
| Successor | Performa 6200 |
| Codename | Crusader |
| Model no. | M3076 |
The Macintosh Performa 630 is a consumer-oriented personal computer manufactured by Apple Computer and released on July 18, 1994.[1] It is a rebrand of the Macintosh LC 630 for the consumer retail market, featuring a 68LC040 processor without a floating-point unit.
The Performa 630 was the base model in the 630 series, shipped without a CD-ROM drive. It was bundled with a 14-inch Apple Performa Display Plus, keyboard, mouse, and consumer-oriented software including ClarisWorks, At Ease, and Quicken.[2]
Model Variants
[edit | edit source]The Performa 630 was part of a large family of consumer models based on the Macintosh LC 630:
- Performa 630CD – Added 2× CD-ROM drive
- Performa 631CD – 8 MB RAM, 500 MB HD, bundled with modem and display
- Performa 635CD – 5 MB RAM, CD-ROM, modem, and display bundle
- Performa 636 – Higher-education market variant
- Performa 636CD – 636 with CD-ROM
- Performa 637CD – 636CD with display bundle
- Performa 638CDV – Added TV tuner/video input card
- Performa 640CD DOS Compatible – With Intel 486DX2 DOS card
Architecture and Processor
[edit | edit source]The Performa 630 uses a Motorola 68LC040 processor running at 33 MHz. Unlike the Quadra 630 which uses a full 68040, the LC and Performa variants lack the integrated floating-point unit (FPU). The processor can be replaced with a full 68040 to add FPU functionality.
The system bus operates at 33 MHz. The 630 includes 1 MB of ROM.
Memory and Storage
[edit | edit source]RAM Configuration
[edit | edit source]The Performa 630 ships with 4 MB of RAM soldered to the logic board. A single 72-pin SIMM socket allows expansion up to 36 MB total (4 MB onboard + 32 MB SIMM). 80 ns non-parity SIMMs are required.[3]
Storage Systems
[edit | edit source]The Performa 630 was the first desktop Macintosh to use an IDE hard drive interface rather than SCSI, reducing manufacturing costs. The system includes a 250 MB IDE hard drive and a 1.44 MB SuperDrive floppy.
An external SCSI port remains available for peripherals.
Display and Graphics
[edit | edit source]The system includes 1 MB of dedicated DRAM for video (non-upgradeable). Supported resolutions:
- 512×384, 640×480: 16-bit color (thousands of colors)
- 800×600, 832×624: 8-bit color (256 colors)
An LC PDS video card can be added for higher resolutions or a second display.
Input/Output and Expansion
[edit | edit source]Port Configuration
[edit | edit source]- 2× ADB ports (keyboard, mouse)
- 2× Serial ports (DIN-8, RS-422)
- 1× External SCSI (DB-25)
- 1× DA-15 video output
- 1× Headphone jack (front panel)
- Front panel volume controls
Expansion Slots
[edit | edit source]- 1× LC PDS slot
- 1× Comm slot (modem/ethernet)
- 1× Video slot (video input/output card)
- 1× TV tuner slot
General Maintenance
[edit | edit source]For detailed maintenance procedures including cleaning, PRAM battery replacement, and connector care, refer to the Macintosh LC 630 General Maintenance page.
Capacitor Replacement Guide
[edit | edit source]Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines for the logic board can be found on the Macintosh LC 630 Capacitor Replacement Guide page.
Troubleshooting
[edit | edit source]A troubleshooting guide for power issues, startup problems, and Sad Mac errors is available on the Macintosh LC 630 Troubleshooting page.
Service Documentation
[edit | edit source]The official Apple Service Source documentation for this model: