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{{Infobox computer
{{Infobox computer
| name        = Power Macintosh 6200
| name        = Power Macintosh 6200
| image        = [[File:Macintosh_Performa_6200.jpg]]
| image        = [[File:PowerMacintosh_6200.jpg]]
| caption      = Power Macintosh 6200
| caption      = Power Macintosh 6200
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type        = Personal Computer
| type        = Personal Computer
| release_date = May 28, 1995
| release date = May 28, 1995
| discontinued = May 1, 1996
| discontinued = May 1, 1996
| price        = Asia only
| cpu          = PowerPC 603 @ 75 MHz
| cpu          = PowerPC 603 @ 75 MHz
| memory      = 8 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB)
| memory      = 8 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB)
| storage      = 500 MB IDE hard drive
| storage      = 500 MB IDE hard drive, 1.44 MB floppy, 4X CD-ROM
| display      = External (640×480 at 16-bit)
| display      = 640×480 @ 16-bit (max)
| os          = System 7.5.1, 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1
| sound        = Stereo 16-bit
| predecessor  = [[Macintosh Quadra 630]]
| dimensions  = 4.3" H × 12.6" W × 16.5" D (10.9 × 32 × 41.9 cm)
| weight      = 19.0 lbs (8.6 kg)
| os          = Mac OS 7.5.1 – 9.1
| predecessor  = [[Macintosh LC 630]]
| successor    = [[Power Macintosh 6300]]
| successor    = [[Power Macintosh 6300]]
| model        = N/A
| codename    =
| model        =  
}}
}}
The '''Power Macintosh 6200''' is a desktop Macintosh computer released on May 28, 1995.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/powermac/specs/powermac_6200_75.html |title=Power Macintosh 6200/75 Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It features a PowerPC 603 processor running at 75 MHz with a 37.5 MHz system bus.
The '''Power Macintosh 6200''' is a personal computer introduced by Apple Computer on May 28, 1995.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/powermac/specs/powermac_6200_75.html |title=Power Macintosh 6200/75 Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It uses the compact desktop case design of the [[Macintosh Quadra 630]] and features a PowerPC 603 processor. The Power Macintosh 6200 was sold primarily in Asia, while the consumer version—the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD|Performa 6200CD]]—was sold worldwide.


This model was sold only in Asia. The consumer version, the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD|Performa 6200CD]], was sold worldwide.
== Architecture and Processor ==


== Hardware Overview ==
* '''Processor:''' PowerPC 603
* '''Clock Speed:''' 75 MHz
* '''Architecture:''' 32-bit processor with 64-bit data path
* '''FPU:''' Integrated
* '''System Bus:''' 37.5 MHz
* '''L1 Cache:''' 16 KB
* '''L2 Cache:''' 256 KB
* '''ROM:''' 4 MB


=== Processor and Memory ===
== Memory and Storage ==
The Power Macintosh 6200 uses a PowerPC 603 processor at 75 MHz with a 32-bit processor and 64-bit data path. It has 16K of L1 cache and 256K of L2 cache.


RAM uses 72-pin SIMMs at 80 ns minimum speed, with 2 RAM slots supporting up to 64 MB total. 1 MB of system RAM is dedicated to video function.
* '''RAM Type:''' 72-pin SIMM (80 ns minimum)
* '''RAM Slots:''' 2
* '''Standard RAM:''' 8 MB
* '''Maximum RAM:''' 64 MB
* '''Hard Drive:''' 500 MB IDE
* '''Floppy Drive:''' 1.44 MB 3.5"
* '''CD-ROM:''' 4X


=== Storage ===
== Display and Graphics ==
The system includes a 500 MB IDE hard drive and a 4X CD-ROM drive. A 1.44 MB floppy drive is standard.


=== Display ===
* '''Resolution:''' 640×480 (16-bit), 800×600 and 832×624 (8-bit)
The system supports a single external display at 640×480 at 16-bit or 800×600/832×624 at 8-bit. A second display can be added with an expansion video card.
* '''Video RAM:''' 1 MB (from system RAM)


=== Expansion ===
== Input/Output and Expansion ==
The system has one LC PDS slot, plus Comm, TV, and video input/output expansion slots.


=== Case Design ===
* '''LC PDS Slot:''' 1
The 6200 uses the Macintosh Quadra 630 case form factor.
* '''Comm Slot:''' 1
* '''Video I/O Slots:''' Input and output
* '''TV Tuner Slot:''' 1
* '''Serial Ports:''' 2
* '''Ethernet:''' 10Base-T (optional)
 
== Power ==
 
* '''Input:''' 100V–240V AC, 50–60 Hz
* '''Maximum Power:''' 55 Watts


== General Maintenance ==
== General Maintenance ==
For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD General Maintenance|General Maintenance]] page (shared hardware with Performa 6200CD).
 
For detailed maintenance information, refer to the [[Power Macintosh 6200 General Maintenance]] page.


== Troubleshooting ==
== Troubleshooting ==
For troubleshooting information, see the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD Troubleshooting|Troubleshooting]] page.
 
See the [[Power Macintosh 6200 Troubleshooting]] page.


== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
For capacitor replacement guidelines, see the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD Capacitor Replacement Guide|Capacitor Replacement Guide]].
 
See the [[Power Macintosh 6200 Capacitor Replacement Guide]] page.
 
== Specifications ==
 
Full technical specifications are available on the [[Power Macintosh 6200 Specifications]] page.
 
== Related Models ==
 
* [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6205CD]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6210CD]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6214CD]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6216CD]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6218CD]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6220CD]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6230CD]]


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD]]
 
* [[Power Macintosh 6300]]
* [[Power Macintosh 6300]]
* [[Macintosh Quadra 630]]
* [[Macintosh Quadra 630]]
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== References ==
== References ==
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