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{{Infobox computer
| name        = Macintosh Performa 6260CD
| image        = [[File:Macintosh Performa 6200CD.jpg]]
| caption      = Macintosh Performa 6260CD
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type        = Personal Computer
| release date = January 1996
| discontinued = October 1996
| cpu          = PowerPC 603e @ 100 MHz
| memory      = 8 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB)
| storage      = 800 MB 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 6260CD''' is a PowerPC-based desktop computer introduced by Apple Computer in January 1996.<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 an upgraded variant of the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD|Performa 6200CD]] with a faster PowerPC 603e processor at 100 MHz, sold exclusively in Europe and Asia.
 
== Differences from Performa 6200CD ==
 
The Performa 6260CD differs from the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD|Performa 6200CD]] in the following ways:
 
* '''CPU:''' PowerPC 603e @ 100 MHz (vs PowerPC 603 @ 75 MHz)
* '''Hard Drive:''' 800 MB (vs 1.0 GB)
* '''Modem:''' Not included
* '''Bundled Monitor:''' 14" (vs 15")
* '''Market:''' Europe and Asia only
 
== Architecture and Processor ==
 
The Performa 6260CD uses a PowerPC 603e processor running at 100 MHz with a 40 MHz system bus (vs 37.5 MHz on the base 6200CD). The 603e offers improved performance over the original 603.
 
== Memory and Storage ==
 
=== RAM Configuration ===
* '''RAM Type:''' 72-pin SIMM
* '''Standard RAM:''' 8 MB
* '''Maximum RAM:''' 64 MB
 
=== Storage Systems ===
* '''Hard Drive:''' 800 MB 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 (75 MHz)
* [[Macintosh Performa 6290CD]] — 100 MHz variant (North America)
 
== References ==
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[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]]