Editing Macintosh Performa 6112CD

{{Infobox computer
| name         = Macintosh Performa 6112CD
| image        = [[File:Power_Macintosh_6100.jpg]]
| caption      = Macintosh Performa 6112CD
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type         = Personal Computer
| release_date = November 1, 1994
| discontinued = July 1, 1995
| price        = US$2,600
| cpu          = PowerPC 601 @ 60 MHz
| memory       = 8 MB RAM (expandable to 72 MB)
| storage      = 250 MB SCSI HDD, 2x CD-ROM
| display      = Apple Multiple Scan 15 Display (bundled)
| sound        = Stereo 16-bit input/output, mono speaker
| dimensions   = 3.4" H × 16.3" W × 15.6" D
| weight       = 14 lbs (6.4 kg)
| os           = System 7.5 – Mac OS 9.1
| predecessor  = [[Macintosh Performa 475|Performa 475]]
| successor    = [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD|Performa 6200CD]]
| codename     = Piltdown Man
| model        = M1596
}}
The '''Macintosh Performa 6112CD''' is a consumer-oriented personal computer released on November 1, 1994.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/mac_performa/specs/mac_performa_6110cd.html |title=Macintosh Performa 6110CD |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It is part of the Performa 6100 series and shares identical hardware with the [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD|Performa 6110CD]], differing only in its bundled software.

The Performa 6112CD shipped with Software Bundle #2, which included Microsoft Works, Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, educational software, and games.

== Differences from Performa 6110CD ==

The Performa 6112CD differs from the [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD|Performa 6110CD]] only in its software bundle:

* '''Software Bundle #2:''' Microsoft Works, Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, Kid Works, Thinkin' Things, The Writing Center, Fractal Dabbler, Spaceway 2000, San Diego Zoo Presents... the Animals!, Wacky Jacks CD Gameshow

All hardware specifications are identical.

== Architecture and Processor ==

The Performa 6112CD uses the PowerPC 601 processor running at 60 MHz on a 30 MHz system bus. The 601 was the first generation PowerPC chip developed jointly by Apple, IBM, and Motorola.

=== Cache Configuration ===
* '''L1 Cache:''' 32 KB (16 KB data + 16 KB instruction)
* '''L2 Cache:''' Optional 256 KB

== Memory and Storage ==

=== RAM Configuration ===
{| class="wikitable" style="width:70%; text-align:center;"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| '''RAM Type''' || 72-pin FPM or EDO SIMMs
|-
| '''Minimum Speed''' || 80 ns
|-
| '''Motherboard RAM''' || 8 MB soldered
|-
| '''Maximum RAM''' || 72 MB
|-
| '''RAM Slots''' || 2 (matched pairs)
|}

=== Storage Systems ===
* '''Hard Drive:''' 250 MB internal SCSI
* '''Optical:''' 2x CD-ROM (Apple 300i)
* '''Floppy:''' 1.44 MB SuperDrive

== Display and Graphics ==

* '''Standard Resolution:''' 640×480 at 16-bit color
* '''Maximum Resolution:''' 832×624 at 8-bit color
* '''VRAM:''' 640 KB

== General Maintenance ==

For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the dedicated [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD General Maintenance]] page.

== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==

Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines can be found on the [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD Capacitor Replacement Guide]] page.

== Troubleshooting ==

A comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available on the [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD Troubleshooting]] page.

== See Also ==

* [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD]] — Bundle #1 variant
* [[Macintosh Performa 6115CD]] — 350 MB HDD
* [[Macintosh Performa 6118CD]] — 500 MB HDD, both bundles

== References ==
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[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]]