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{{Infobox computer
| name        = Macintosh Performa 6220CD
| image        = [[File:Macintosh Performa 6200CD.jpg]]
| caption      = Macintosh Performa 6220CD
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type        = Personal Computer
| release date = July 11, 1995
| discontinued = April 1, 1996
| cpu          = PowerPC 603 @ 75 MHz
| memory      = 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB)
| storage      = 1.0 GB IDE hard drive, 4X CD-ROM
| display      = 640×480 @ 16-bit, 800×600 or 832×624 @ 8-bit
| sound        = Stereo 16-bit, 22 kHz
| dimensions  = 4.3" H × 12.6" W × 16.5" D
| weight      = 19.0 lbs (8.6 kg)
| os          = System 7.5.1 – Mac OS 9.1
| codename    = Crusader
| model        = M3076
}}
The '''Macintosh Performa 6220CD''' is a PowerPC-based desktop computer introduced by Apple Computer on July 11, 1995.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/mac_performa/specs/mac_performa_6200cd.html |title=Macintosh Performa 6200CD Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It is a multimedia-focused variant of the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD|Performa 6200CD]] with 16 MB RAM and a pre-installed TV/video input card.
 
== Differences from Performa 6200CD ==
 
The Performa 6220CD differs from the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD|Performa 6200CD]] in the following ways:
 
* '''Standard RAM:''' 16 MB (vs 8 MB)
* '''TV/Video Card:''' Pre-installed video input capability
* '''Bundled Monitor:''' None
 
== TV/Video Capability ==
 
The Performa 6220CD includes a pre-installed video input card providing:
* Video input via composite and S-Video connectors
* TV tuner capability (with appropriate antenna/cable)
* Video capture for multimedia applications
 
== Architecture and Processor ==
 
The Performa 6220CD uses a PowerPC 603 processor running at 75 MHz with integrated FPU.
 
== Memory and Storage ==
 
=== RAM Configuration ===
* '''RAM Type:''' 72-pin SIMM
* '''Standard RAM:''' 16 MB
* '''Maximum RAM:''' 64 MB
 
=== Storage Systems ===
* '''Hard Drive:''' 1.0 GB IDE internal drive
* '''Floppy Drive:''' 1.44 MB 3.5" manual-inject
* '''CD-ROM:''' 4X
 
== Display and Graphics ==
 
* '''Standard Resolution:''' 640×480 at 16-bit color
* '''Extended Resolution:''' 800×600 or 832×624 at 8-bit color
 
== General Maintenance ==
 
For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the dedicated [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD General Maintenance]] page.
 
== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
 
Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines can be found on the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD Capacitor Replacement Guide]] page.
 
== Troubleshooting ==
 
A comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available on the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD Troubleshooting]] page.
 
== See Also ==
 
* [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD]] — Base model
* [[Macintosh Performa 6230CD]] — MPEG decoder variant
 
== References ==
<references />
 
[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]]

Latest revision as of 12:22, 10 February 2026



Macintosh Performa 6220CD
Macintosh Performa 6220CD
Specifications
ManufacturerApple Computer, Inc.
TypePersonal Computer
ReleasedJuly 11, 1995
DiscontinuedApril 1, 1996
CPUPowerPC 603 @ 75 MHz
Memory16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB)
Storage1.0 GB IDE hard drive, 4X CD-ROM
Display640×480 @ 16-bit, 800×600 or 832×624 @ 8-bit
SoundStereo 16-bit, 22 kHz
Dimensions4.3" H × 12.6" W × 16.5" D
Weight19.0 lbs (8.6 kg)
OS / FirmwareSystem 7.5.1 – Mac OS 9.1
CodenameCrusader
Model no.M3076

The Macintosh Performa 6220CD is a PowerPC-based desktop computer introduced by Apple Computer on July 11, 1995.[1] It is a multimedia-focused variant of the Performa 6200CD with 16 MB RAM and a pre-installed TV/video input card.

Differences from Performa 6200CD

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The Performa 6220CD differs from the Performa 6200CD in the following ways:

  • Standard RAM: 16 MB (vs 8 MB)
  • TV/Video Card: Pre-installed video input capability
  • Bundled Monitor: None

TV/Video Capability

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The Performa 6220CD includes a pre-installed video input card providing:

  • Video input via composite and S-Video connectors
  • TV tuner capability (with appropriate antenna/cable)
  • Video capture for multimedia applications

Architecture and Processor

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The Performa 6220CD uses a PowerPC 603 processor running at 75 MHz with integrated FPU.

Memory and Storage

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RAM Configuration

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  • RAM Type: 72-pin SIMM
  • Standard RAM: 16 MB
  • Maximum RAM: 64 MB

Storage Systems

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  • Hard Drive: 1.0 GB IDE internal drive
  • Floppy Drive: 1.44 MB 3.5" manual-inject
  • CD-ROM: 4X

Display and Graphics

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  • Standard Resolution: 640×480 at 16-bit color
  • Extended Resolution: 800×600 or 832×624 at 8-bit color

General Maintenance

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For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the dedicated Macintosh Performa 6200CD General Maintenance page.

Capacitor Replacement Guide

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Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines can be found on the Macintosh Performa 6200CD Capacitor Replacement Guide page.

Troubleshooting

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A comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available on the Macintosh Performa 6200CD Troubleshooting page.

See Also

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References

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  1. Macintosh Performa 6200CD Specs, EveryMac.com—link(accessed 2026-02-10)