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{{Infobox computer
| name        = Macintosh Performa 5280
| image        = [[File:Macintosh_Performa_5200.jpg]]
| caption      = Macintosh Performa 5280
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type        = All-in-one Personal Computer
| release date = November 12, 1996
| discontinued = June 1, 1997
| cpu          = PowerPC 603e @ 120 MHz
| memory      = 8 MB or 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB)
| storage      = 1.2 GB IDE hard drive, 8X CD-ROM
| display      = 14" Shadow Mask CRT (640×480 at 16-bit color)
| sound        = 16-bit mono sound input
| dimensions  = 17.5" H × 15.1" W × 16.0" D (44.5 × 38.4 × 40.6 cm)
| weight      = 45 lbs (20.4 kg)
| os          = System 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1
| predecessor  = [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD|Performa 5260CD]]
| successor    = [[Macintosh Performa 5400CD|Performa 5400CD]]
| model        = M5182J/A
}}
The '''Macintosh Performa 5280''' is an all-in-one personal computer manufactured by Apple Computer, Inc., introduced on November 12, 1996.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/mac_performa/specs/mac_performa_5280_120.html |title=Apple Macintosh Performa 5280/120 Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It is a faster variant of the [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD|Performa 5260CD]] with a 120 MHz PowerPC 603e processor and 8X CD-ROM drive, sold exclusively in Japan.
 
The Performa 5280 is identical to the Performa 5260/120, but shipped with a different software bundle. The educational version, the [[Power Macintosh 5260|Power Macintosh 5260/120]], was sold in North America.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_Macintosh_5260 |title=Power Macintosh 5260 |publisher=Wikipedia |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref>
 
== Differences from Performa 5260CD ==
 
The Performa 5280 differs from the base [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD|Performa 5260CD]] in the following ways:
 
* '''CPU Speed:''' 120 MHz (vs 100 MHz)
* '''CD-ROM:''' 8X (vs 4X)
* '''Market:''' Sold exclusively in Japan
* '''Model Number:''' M5182J/A
* '''Introduction:''' November 1996 (vs April 1996)
 
== Architecture and Processor ==
 
The Performa 5280 uses the PowerPC 603e processor running at 120 MHz with a 40 MHz system bus. The 603e is a 32-bit processor with a 64-bit data path and includes an integrated floating-point unit.
 
=== Cache Configuration ===
* '''L1 Cache:''' 32 KB (16 KB instruction + 16 KB data)
* '''L2 Cache:''' 256 KB (optional expansion slot)
 
== Memory and Storage ==
 
=== RAM Configuration ===
{| class="wikitable" style="width:70%; text-align:center;"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| '''RAM Type''' || 72-pin SIMM
|-
| '''Minimum Speed''' || 80 ns
|-
| '''Standard RAM''' || 8 MB or 16 MB
|-
| '''Maximum RAM''' || 64 MB
|-
| '''RAM Slots''' || 2
|}
 
RAM cannot be interleaved on this system. 1 MB of system RAM is permanently dedicated to video function.
 
=== Storage Systems ===
* '''Hard Drive:''' 1.2 GB IDE internal drive
* '''Floppy Drive:''' 1.44 MB 3.5" manual-inject
* '''CD-ROM:''' 8X
 
== Display and Graphics ==
 
The Performa 5280 features a built-in 14" Shadow Mask RGB CRT display running at 640×480 resolution with 16-bit color. Video memory consists of 1 MB dedicated from system RAM and cannot be expanded.
 
== Input/Output and Expansion ==
 
=== Port Configuration ===
* '''ADB:''' 1 port for keyboard and mouse
* '''Serial:''' 2 ports (printer and modem)
* '''Audio In:''' 1 port (16-bit mono)
* '''Audio Out:''' 1 port (stereo)
* '''SCSI:''' 1 external DB-25 port
 
=== Expansion Slots ===
* '''LC PDS:''' 1 slot
* '''Comm Slot:''' 1 slot
* '''Video I/O Slot:''' 1 slot
* '''TV Tuner Slot:''' 1 slot
 
== General Maintenance ==
 
For detailed maintenance practices including cleaning, PRAM battery management, connector corrosion prevention, and voltage adjustments, refer to the dedicated [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD General Maintenance]] page.
 
== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
 
Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines for the logic board can be found on the [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD Capacitor Replacement Guide]] page.
 
== Troubleshooting ==
 
A comprehensive troubleshooting guide addressing no power, chime but no video, intermittent operation, Sad Mac errors, and floppy drive problems is available on the [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD Troubleshooting]] page.
 
== Technical Details ==
 
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=== System Architecture at a Glance ===
{| class="wikitable styled-table" style="width:90%; text-align:center;"
! Sub-system !! Specification (Performa 5280, November 1996)
|-
| '''CPU''' || PowerPC 603e @ 120 MHz
|-
| '''System Bus''' || 40 MHz
|-
| '''ROM''' || 4 MB
|-
| '''RAM''' || 8-64 MB (72-pin SIMM)
|-
| '''Video''' || 640 × 480 @ 16-bit color
|-
| '''VRAM''' || 1 MB (from system RAM)
|-
| '''Sound''' || 16-bit mono input, stereo output
|-
| '''Disks''' || 1.44 MB floppy, 1.2 GB HDD, 8X CD-ROM
|-
| '''Ports''' || ADB, SCSI, Serial × 2, Audio I/O
|}
 
== See Also ==
 
* [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD]] — Base model (100 MHz)
* [[Macintosh Performa 5270CD]] — 100 MHz variant (Asia/Europe)
 
== References ==
<references />
 
[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]]

Latest revision as of 12:25, 10 February 2026


Macintosh Performa 5280
Macintosh Performa 5280
Specifications
ManufacturerApple Computer, Inc.
TypeAll-in-one Personal Computer
ReleasedNovember 12, 1996
DiscontinuedJune 1, 1997
CPUPowerPC 603e @ 120 MHz
Memory8 MB or 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB)
Storage1.2 GB IDE hard drive, 8X CD-ROM
Display14" Shadow Mask CRT (640×480 at 16-bit color)
Sound16-bit mono sound input
Dimensions17.5" H × 15.1" W × 16.0" D (44.5 × 38.4 × 40.6 cm)
Weight45 lbs (20.4 kg)
OS / FirmwareSystem 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1
PredecessorPerforma 5260CD
SuccessorPerforma 5400CD
Model no.M5182J/A

The Macintosh Performa 5280 is an all-in-one personal computer manufactured by Apple Computer, Inc., introduced on November 12, 1996.[1] It is a faster variant of the Performa 5260CD with a 120 MHz PowerPC 603e processor and 8X CD-ROM drive, sold exclusively in Japan.

The Performa 5280 is identical to the Performa 5260/120, but shipped with a different software bundle. The educational version, the Power Macintosh 5260/120, was sold in North America.[2]

Differences from Performa 5260CD

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The Performa 5280 differs from the base Performa 5260CD in the following ways:

  • CPU Speed: 120 MHz (vs 100 MHz)
  • CD-ROM: 8X (vs 4X)
  • Market: Sold exclusively in Japan
  • Model Number: M5182J/A
  • Introduction: November 1996 (vs April 1996)

Architecture and Processor

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The Performa 5280 uses the PowerPC 603e processor running at 120 MHz with a 40 MHz system bus. The 603e is a 32-bit processor with a 64-bit data path and includes an integrated floating-point unit.

Cache Configuration

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  • L1 Cache: 32 KB (16 KB instruction + 16 KB data)
  • L2 Cache: 256 KB (optional expansion slot)

Memory and Storage

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RAM Configuration

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Specification Details
RAM Type 72-pin SIMM
Minimum Speed 80 ns
Standard RAM 8 MB or 16 MB
Maximum RAM 64 MB
RAM Slots 2

RAM cannot be interleaved on this system. 1 MB of system RAM is permanently dedicated to video function.

Storage Systems

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  • Hard Drive: 1.2 GB IDE internal drive
  • Floppy Drive: 1.44 MB 3.5" manual-inject
  • CD-ROM: 8X

Display and Graphics

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The Performa 5280 features a built-in 14" Shadow Mask RGB CRT display running at 640×480 resolution with 16-bit color. Video memory consists of 1 MB dedicated from system RAM and cannot be expanded.

Input/Output and Expansion

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Port Configuration

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  • ADB: 1 port for keyboard and mouse
  • Serial: 2 ports (printer and modem)
  • Audio In: 1 port (16-bit mono)
  • Audio Out: 1 port (stereo)
  • SCSI: 1 external DB-25 port

Expansion Slots

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  • LC PDS: 1 slot
  • Comm Slot: 1 slot
  • Video I/O Slot: 1 slot
  • TV Tuner Slot: 1 slot

General Maintenance

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For detailed maintenance practices including cleaning, PRAM battery management, connector corrosion prevention, and voltage adjustments, refer to the dedicated Macintosh Performa 5260CD General Maintenance page.

Capacitor Replacement Guide

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Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines for the logic board can be found on the Macintosh Performa 5260CD Capacitor Replacement Guide page.

Troubleshooting

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A comprehensive troubleshooting guide addressing no power, chime but no video, intermittent operation, Sad Mac errors, and floppy drive problems is available on the Macintosh Performa 5260CD Troubleshooting page.

Technical Details

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System Architecture at a Glance

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Sub-system Specification (Performa 5280, November 1996)
CPU PowerPC 603e @ 120 MHz
System Bus 40 MHz
ROM 4 MB
RAM 8-64 MB (72-pin SIMM)
Video 640 × 480 @ 16-bit color
VRAM 1 MB (from system RAM)
Sound 16-bit mono input, stereo output
Disks 1.44 MB floppy, 1.2 GB HDD, 8X CD-ROM
Ports ADB, SCSI, Serial × 2, Audio I/O

See Also

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References

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  1. ↑ Apple Macintosh Performa 5280/120 Specs, EveryMac.com—link(accessed 2026-02-10)
  2. ↑ Power Macintosh 5260, Wikipedia—link(accessed 2026-02-10)
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