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== Troubleshooting ==
== Troubleshooting ==
For diagnostic procedures and common issues, see [[Macintosh LC 580 Troubleshooting]].
For diagnostic procedures and common issues, see [[Macintosh LC 580 Troubleshooting]].
== Service Documentation ==
The official Apple Service Source documentation for this model:
<pdf width="800" height="500">File:Lc_580.performa_580cd.pdf</pdf>


== See Also ==
== See Also ==

Latest revision as of 12:13, 10 February 2026

Macintosh Performa 580CD
Macintosh Performa 580CD
Specifications
ManufacturerApple Computer, Inc.
TypeAll-in-one personal computer
ReleasedMay 1, 1995
DiscontinuedFebruary 1, 1996
Intro priceUS$1,500 (estimated)
CPUMotorola 68LC040 @ 33 MHz
Memory5 MB or 8 MB RAM (4 MB on-board) expandable to 52 MB
Storage250 MB or 500 MB IDE hard drive, 2X CD-ROM drive
DisplayBuilt-in 14" shadow mask CRT (640×480 pixels)
SoundStereo speakers, built-in microphone
Dimensions17.9" H × 13.5" W × 16.5" D (454 × 343 × 419 mm)
Weight40.5 lbs (18.4 kg)
OS / FirmwareSystem 7.5 – Mac OS 8.1
PredecessorPerforma 578
SuccessorPerforma 5200CD
Codenamen/a
Model no.M3872

The Macintosh Performa 580CD is the consumer variant of the Macintosh LC 580, sold exclusively in Canada, Asia, and Australia starting May 1, 1995.[1] While externally identical to the earlier Performa 575-578 series, the 580CD uses a redesigned logic board based on the Macintosh LC 630 architecture with IDE storage and video input capabilities.

Hardware Overview

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The Performa 580CD shares its logic board with the Macintosh LC 580 and uses the same LC 630-derived architecture:

  • Processor: Motorola 68LC040 at 33 MHz (no FPU)
  • RAM: 4 MB soldered on-board, expandable to 52 MB via dual 72-pin SIMM slots
  • Storage: IDE interface (250 MB or 500 MB configurations)
  • Display: 14" shadow mask CRT (not Sony Trinitron) at 640×480
  • Expansion: LC PDS slot, communications slot, video I/O slot

Differences from LC 580

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The Performa 580CD differs from the education-only LC 580 primarily in bundled software and regional availability:

Feature LC 580 Performa 580CD
Target market Education (worldwide) Consumer (Canada, Asia, Australia)
Base RAM 8 MB 5 MB or 8 MB
Hard drive 500 MB 250 MB or 500 MB
Software bundle Education software Consumer software, At Ease

General Maintenance

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For cleaning, PRAM battery care, and preventive maintenance, see Macintosh LC 580 General Maintenance.

Capacitor Replacement Guide

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The Performa 580CD uses the same logic board as the LC 580. For capacitor specifications and replacement procedures, see Macintosh LC 580 Capacitor Replacement Guide.

Troubleshooting

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For diagnostic procedures and common issues, see Macintosh LC 580 Troubleshooting.

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. Apple Macintosh Performa 580CD Specs, EveryMac.com—link(accessed 2026-02-10)