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	\| image = [[File:~~Macintosh_IIvi~~.jpg]]		\| image = [[File:Macintosh_IIvx.jpg]]
	\| caption = Macintosh Performa 600CD		\| caption = Macintosh Performa 600CD
	\| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.		\| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.

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{{Infobox computer
| name = Macintosh Performa 600CD
| image = [[File:Macintosh_IIvi.jpg]]
| caption = Macintosh Performa 600CD
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type = Personal Computer
| release date = September 14, 1992
| discontinued = October 18, 1993
| price = US$2,000
| cpu = Motorola 68030 @ 32 MHz
| memory = 5 MB RAM (expandable to 68 MB)
| storage = 160 MB SCSI hard drive, 2× CD-ROM, 1.44 MB floppy
| display = DB-15 video port (640×480 @ 16-bit with 1 MB VRAM)
| sound = 8-bit mono audio, microphone input
| dimensions = 6.0" H × 13.0" W × 16.5" D
| weight = 25 lbs (11.3 kg)
| os = System 7.1P – Mac OS 7.6.1
| predecessor =
| successor =
| codename =
| model = M1350
}}
The '''Macintosh Performa 600CD''' is a personal computer introduced by Apple Computer on September 14, 1992.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://support.apple.com/kb/SP285 |title=Macintosh Performa 600 and 600CD:Technical Specifications |publisher=Apple |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It is a variant of the [[Macintosh Performa 600]] that includes a 2× CD-ROM drive, making it one of the earliest Performa models with CD-ROM capabilities.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/mac_performa/specs/mac_performa_600.html |title=Macintosh Performa 600 (CD) Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref>

The Performa 600CD shares its architecture with the [[Macintosh IIvx|Macintosh IIvi and IIvx]]. Compared to the base Performa 600, the 600CD came standard with 5 MB of RAM, 1 MB of VRAM (enabling 16-bit color at 640×480), and a larger 160 MB hard drive.

== Specifications ==
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|+ '''Macintosh Performa 600CD Specifications'''
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! Component !! Specification
|-
| ''CPU'' || Motorola 68030 @ 32 MHz
|-
| ''FPU'' || Optional Motorola 68882
|-
| ''RAM'' || 5 MB (4 MB onboard + 1 MB), expandable to 68 MB (4× 30-pin SIMMs, 80 ns)
|-
| ''VRAM'' || 1 MB (2× 512K VRAM SIMMs)
|-
| ''ROM'' || 1 MB
|-
| ''Storage'' || 160 MB SCSI hard drive
|-
| ''CD-ROM'' || 2× AppleCD
|-
| ''Floppy'' || 1.44 MB SuperDrive
|-
| ''Expansion'' || 3× NuBus slots, 1× PDS
|-
| ''Ports'' || ADB (2), Serial (2), SCSI (DB-25), Video (DB-15), Audio in/out
|}

== General Maintenance ==
The Performa 600CD shares its logic board with the [[Macintosh IIvx]]. For detailed maintenance practices including cleaning, PRAM battery management, connector corrosion prevention, and voltage adjustments, refer to the [[Macintosh IIvx General Maintenance]] page.

== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines can be found on the [[Macintosh IIvx Capacitor Replacement Guide]] page.

== Troubleshooting ==
A comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available on the [[Macintosh IIvx Troubleshooting]] page.

== See Also ==
* [[Macintosh IIvx]]
* [[Macintosh IIvi]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 600]]
* [[Macintosh Performa]]

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

Macintosh Performa 600CD - Revision history

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