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Macintosh Performa 405
Macintosh Performa 405
Specifications
ManufacturerApple Computer, Inc.
TypePersonal Computer
ReleasedApril 12, 1993
DiscontinuedNovember 1, 1993
Intro priceUS$1,300
CPUMotorola 68030 @ 16 MHz
Memory4 MB RAM (expandable to 10 MB)
Storage80 MB SCSI hard drive, 1.44 MB floppy
Display512x384 (8-bit), 640x480 (4-bit)
Sound8-bit mono
Dimensions2.9" H x 12.2" W x 15.3" D
Weight8.8 lbs (4 kg)
OS / FirmwareSystem 7.0P - 7.6.1
PredecessorPerforma 400
SuccessorPerforma 450
Model no.M1700

The Macintosh Performa 405 is a consumer-oriented personal computer introduced by Apple Computer on April 12, 1993.[1] It is a rebrand of the LC II and is identical to the Performa 400, but shipped with 256 KB of VRAM instead of 512 KB and included a 12" Apple color monitor.

The Performa 405 uses a Motorola 68030 processor running at 16 MHz with a 16-bit data path. It shipped with 4 MB of RAM (expandable to 10 MB using 30-pin SIMMs) and an 80 MB SCSI hard drive.

Specifications

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Component Specification
CPU Motorola 68030 @ 16 MHz (16-bit data path)
FPU None
System Bus 16 MHz
ROM 512 KB
RAM 4 MB onboard (expandable to 10 MB via 30-pin SIMMs)
VRAM 256 KB (upgradeable to 512 KB)
Storage 80 MB SCSI hard drive, 1.44 MB floppy
Expansion 1x LC PDS slot
Ports ADB, SCSI, 2x Serial (Modem/Printer), Audio out
Display 512x384 @ 8-bit, 640x480 @ 4-bit (256 KB VRAM)
Power 90V-240V AC, 50 W max

Relationship to LC II

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The Performa 405 is identical to the LC II internally. The only difference from the Performa 400 is the reduced VRAM configuration (256 KB vs 512 KB).

General Maintenance

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For detailed maintenance procedures including cleaning, PRAM battery management, and connector maintenance, refer to the Macintosh LC II General Maintenance page.

Troubleshooting

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A troubleshooting guide addressing common issues is available on the Macintosh LC II Troubleshooting page.

Capacitor Replacement Guide

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Capacitor replacement information for the logic board can be found on the Macintosh LC II Capacitor Replacement Guide page.

Service Documentation

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The official Apple Service Source documentation for this model:

See Also

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References

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  1. Macintosh Performa 405 Specs, EveryMac.com—link(accessed 2026-02-10)