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{{Infobox computer
| name        = Macintosh Performa 6118CD
| name        = Macintosh Performa 6118CD
| image        = [[File:Power_Macintosh_6100.jpg]]
| image        = [[File:Power Macintosh 6100-66.jpg|250px|frameless]]
| caption      = Macintosh Performa 6118CD
| caption      = Power Macintosh 6100/66; the Performa 6100 series uses the same case
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type        = Personal Computer
| type        = Desktop personal computer
| release_date = November 1, 1994
| release_date = 1 November 1994
| discontinued = July 1, 1995
| discontinued = 1 July 1995
| cpu          = PowerPC 601 @ 60 MHz
| price        = US$2,800
| memory      = 8 MB RAM (expandable to 72 MB)
| cpu          = PowerPC 601 at 60 MHz, 30 MHz bus
| storage      = 500 MB SCSI HDD, 2x CD-ROM
| fpu          = Built into the PowerPC 601
| display      = Apple Multiple Scan 15 Display (bundled)
| memory      = 8 MB soldered; two 72-pin SIMM sockets, filled in pairs; 72 MB maximum
| sound        = Stereo 16-bit input/output, mono speaker
| rom          = 4 MB on a ROM SIMM
| dimensions  = 3.4" H × 16.3" W × 15.6" D
| graphics    = Built in, using main memory; HDI-45 port with HDI-45 to DB-15 adapter
| weight      = 14 lbs (6.4 kg)
| storage      = 500 MB internal SCSI hard drive
| os          = System 7.5 – Mac OS 9.1
| media        = 1.4 MB SuperDrive (manual-inject); AppleCD 300i Plus CD-ROM drive
| predecessor  = [[Macintosh Performa 475|Performa 475]]
| sound        = 16-bit stereo in and out
| successor    = [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD|Performa 6200CD]]
| expansion    = One slot for a processor-direct card or a 7-inch NuBus card (with adapter)
| codename    = Piltdown Man
| ports        = One ADB, two GeoPort serial (mini DIN-9), SCSI (DB-25), AAUI-15 Ethernet, HDI-45 video, sound in and out
| model        = M1596
| power       = 100-240 V AC, 210 W maximum input; 86 W DC output
| dimensions  = 3.4 × 16.3 × 15.6 in (85 × 415 × 399 mm)
| weight      = 14 lb (6.4 kg)
| os          = System 7.5 to Mac OS 9.1
| model        = M1596 (Gestalt ID 75)
}}
}}
The '''Macintosh Performa 6118CD''' is a consumer-oriented personal computer released on November 1, 1994.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/mac_performa/specs/mac_performa_6110cd.html |title=Macintosh Performa 6110CD |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It is the most fully-featured variant of the Performa 6100 series, combining a 500 MB hard drive with both Software Bundle #1 and #2.
The '''Macintosh Performa 6118CD''' is a model in Apple's Performa 6100 series, the consumer versions of the [[Power Macintosh 6100]]/60. Apple's specification sheet gives an introduction date of 1 November 1994 and a 500 MB SCSI hard drive.<ref name="apple">{{cite web |url=https://support.apple.com/en-us/112366 |title=Macintosh Performa 6118CD: Technical Specifications |publisher=Apple |access-date=2026-09-30}} PowerPC 601 at 60 MHz, 30 MHz bus; 32K L1 cache, optional L2; optional Intel 486DX2-66; one 7-inch NuBus or PDS slot; HDI-45 video; two GeoPorts; AAUI-15; 210 W maximum, 100-240 V; battery type 3.6 V lithium; 8 MB on the logic board, SIMMs in pairs, 72 MB maximum; introduced 1 November 1994; original system software 7.5; Gestalt ID 75; minimum hard drive 500 MB.</ref> Apple's service manual lists it with 8 MB of RAM, a 500 MB SCSI hard drive, an AppleCD 300i Plus drive and a TelePort fax/data modem, and names no monitor.<ref name="ssp">Apple Computer, ''Macintosh Performa 6100 Series'' Service Source (1996), [[:File:Performa 6100 series.pdf]]. PDF page numbers: title p. 1; Product Configurations pp. 8-10; Specifications pp. 21-30; Symptom Charts pp. 33-44.</ref> EveryMac lists a 15-inch monitor and an external 28.8k modem, at US$2,800 (order number M3647LL/A).<ref name="everymac">{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/mac_performa/specs/mac_performa_6118cd.html |title=Apple Macintosh Performa 6118CD Specs |publisher=EveryMac |access-date=2026-09-30}} 500 MB; 15-inch Apple monitor; external 28.8k modem; introduced 1 November 1994, discontinued 1 July 1995; order number M3647LL/A; US$2,800. Supported system software to Mac OS 9.1.</ref>


== Differences from Performa 6110CD ==
Apart from the drive, monitor, modem and software it is the same machine as the [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD]], whose page has the model table, the full specification, Apple's symptom charts and the battery and reset procedures.<ref name="ssp" />


The Performa 6118CD differs from the [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD|Performa 6110CD]] in the following ways:
== Specifications ==
 
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* '''Hard Drive:''' 500 MB (vs 250 MB)
{| class="wikitable styled-table" style="width:70%;"
* '''Software:''' Both Bundle #1 and Bundle #2 included
|+'''Performa 6100 series specifications (Apple)'''
 
! Item !! Specification
=== Software Bundle #1 ===
ClarisWorks, clip art collections, Now Up-To-Date, Now Contact
 
=== Software Bundle #2 ===
Microsoft Works, Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, Kid Works, Thinkin' Things, The Writing Center, Fractal Dabbler, Spaceway 2000, San Diego Zoo Presents... the Animals!, Wacky Jacks CD Gameshow
 
All models also shipped with 3D World Atlas and children's software on CD-ROM.
 
== Architecture and Processor ==
 
The Performa 6118CD uses the PowerPC 601 processor running at 60 MHz on a 30 MHz system bus.
 
=== Cache Configuration ===
* '''L1 Cache:''' 32 KB (16 KB data + 16 KB instruction)
* '''L2 Cache:''' Optional 256 KB
 
== Memory and Storage ==
 
=== RAM Configuration ===
{| class="wikitable" style="width:70%; text-align:center;"
|-
|-
! Specification !! Details
| Processor || PowerPC 601 at 60 MHz with built-in MMU and FPU and 32K of on-chip cache; optional 256K level 2 cache<ref name="ssp" />
|-
|-
| '''RAM Type''' || 72-pin FPM or EDO SIMMs
| RAM || 8 MB soldered; two SIMM sockets taking a pair of same-size, 80 ns or faster, 72-pin, non-composite SIMMs; 72 MB maximum<ref name="ssp" />
|-
|-
| '''Minimum Speed''' || 80 ns
| Video || HDI-45 port driven from main memory, with no VRAM; HDI-45 to DB-15 adapter for 12-inch to 17-inch Apple monitors<ref name="ssp" />
|-
|-
| '''Motherboard RAM''' || 8 MB soldered
| Expansion || One internal slot for a processor-direct card, or a 7-inch NuBus card with an adapter<ref name="ssp" />
|-
|-
| '''Maximum RAM''' || 72 MB
| Electrical || 100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz; 210 W maximum input, not including the monitor; 86 W DC output<ref name="ssp" />
|-
| '''RAM Slots''' || 2 (matched pairs)
|}
|}


=== Storage Systems ===
The battery is a 3.6 V lithium cell.<ref name="apple" /> Apple's test, in the Power Macintosh 6100 Service Source, is to replace it below 3.2 V on the 10 V DC range.<ref name="ss6100">Apple Computer, ''Power Macintosh 6100/WS 6150'' Service Source, [[:File:Powermac 6100 series.pdf]]; see [[Power Macintosh 6100/ WS 6150 Service Source]]. Battery Verification, PDF pp. 102-103.</ref> Neutralise leakage from a lithium cell with bicarbonate of soda; see [[Battery Explosion, Capacitor or Corrosion Damage]].
* '''Hard Drive:''' 500 MB internal SCSI
* '''Optical:''' 2x CD-ROM (Apple 300i)
* '''Floppy:''' 1.44 MB SuperDrive
 
== Display and Graphics ==
 
* '''Standard Resolution:''' 640×480 at 16-bit color
* '''Maximum Resolution:''' 832×624 at 8-bit color
* '''VRAM:''' 640 KB
 
== General Maintenance ==
 
For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the dedicated [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD General Maintenance]] page.
 
== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
 
Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines can be found on the [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD Capacitor Replacement Guide]] page.
 
== Troubleshooting ==


A comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available on the [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD Troubleshooting]] page.
== Maintenance and repair ==
* [[Power Macintosh 6100 General Maintenance]]
* [[Power Macintosh 6100 Troubleshooting]]
* [[Power Macintosh 6100 Capacitor Replacement Guide]]


== See Also ==
== Documentation ==
* ''Macintosh Performa 6100 Series'' Service Source ([[:File:Performa 6100 series.pdf]]), embedded on the [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD]] page.<ref name="ssp" />
* [[Power Macintosh 6100/ WS 6150 Service Source]].<ref name="ss6100" />


* [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD]] — 250 MB HDD, Bundle #1
== Related pages ==
* [[Macintosh Performa 6112CD]] — 250 MB HDD, Bundle #2
* [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD]] and the other Performa 6100 series models: [[Macintosh Performa 6112CD|6112CD]], [[Macintosh Performa 6115CD|6115CD]], [[Macintosh Performa 6116CD|6116CD]], [[Macintosh Performa 6117CD|6117CD]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6117CD]] — 700 MB HDD
* [[Power Macintosh 6100]]


== References ==
== References ==
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<references />


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Latest revision as of 20:27, 1 October 2026

Macintosh Performa 6118CD
Power Macintosh 6100/66; the Performa 6100 series uses the same case
Specifications
ManufacturerApple Computer, Inc.
TypeDesktop personal computer
Released1 November 1994
Discontinued1 July 1995
Intro priceUS$2,800
CPUPowerPC 601 at 60 MHz, 30 MHz bus
Memory8 MB soldered; two 72-pin SIMM sockets, filled in pairs; 72 MB maximum
Storage500 MB internal SCSI hard drive
Display—
Sound16-bit stereo in and out
GraphicsBuilt in, using main memory; HDI-45 port with HDI-45 to DB-15 adapter
ROM4 MB on a ROM SIMM
FPU / coprocessorBuilt into the PowerPC 601
Media1.4 MB SuperDrive (manual-inject); AppleCD 300i Plus CD-ROM drive
Ports / interfaceOne ADB, two GeoPort serial (mini DIN-9), SCSI (DB-25), AAUI-15 Ethernet, HDI-45 video, sound in and out
ExpansionOne slot for a processor-direct card or a 7-inch NuBus card (with adapter)
Power100-240 V AC, 210 W maximum input; 86 W DC output
Dimensions3.4 × 16.3 × 15.6 in (85 × 415 × 399 mm)
Weight14 lb (6.4 kg)
OS / FirmwareSystem 7.5 to Mac OS 9.1
Model no.M1596 (Gestalt ID 75)

The Macintosh Performa 6118CD is a model in Apple's Performa 6100 series, the consumer versions of the Power Macintosh 6100/60. Apple's specification sheet gives an introduction date of 1 November 1994 and a 500 MB SCSI hard drive.[1] Apple's service manual lists it with 8 MB of RAM, a 500 MB SCSI hard drive, an AppleCD 300i Plus drive and a TelePort fax/data modem, and names no monitor.[2] EveryMac lists a 15-inch monitor and an external 28.8k modem, at US$2,800 (order number M3647LL/A).[3]

Apart from the drive, monitor, modem and software it is the same machine as the Macintosh Performa 6110CD, whose page has the model table, the full specification, Apple's symptom charts and the battery and reset procedures.[2]

Specifications

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Performa 6100 series specifications (Apple)
Item Specification
Processor PowerPC 601 at 60 MHz with built-in MMU and FPU and 32K of on-chip cache; optional 256K level 2 cache[2]
RAM 8 MB soldered; two SIMM sockets taking a pair of same-size, 80 ns or faster, 72-pin, non-composite SIMMs; 72 MB maximum[2]
Video HDI-45 port driven from main memory, with no VRAM; HDI-45 to DB-15 adapter for 12-inch to 17-inch Apple monitors[2]
Expansion One internal slot for a processor-direct card, or a 7-inch NuBus card with an adapter[2]
Electrical 100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz; 210 W maximum input, not including the monitor; 86 W DC output[2]

The battery is a 3.6 V lithium cell.[1] Apple's test, in the Power Macintosh 6100 Service Source, is to replace it below 3.2 V on the 10 V DC range.[4] Neutralise leakage from a lithium cell with bicarbonate of soda; see Battery Explosion, Capacitor or Corrosion Damage.

Maintenance and repair

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Documentation

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References

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  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Macintosh Performa 6118CD: Technical Specifications, Apple—link(accessed 2026-09-30) PowerPC 601 at 60 MHz, 30 MHz bus; 32K L1 cache, optional L2; optional Intel 486DX2-66; one 7-inch NuBus or PDS slot; HDI-45 video; two GeoPorts; AAUI-15; 210 W maximum, 100-240 V; battery type 3.6 V lithium; 8 MB on the logic board, SIMMs in pairs, 72 MB maximum; introduced 1 November 1994; original system software 7.5; Gestalt ID 75; minimum hard drive 500 MB.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Apple Computer, Macintosh Performa 6100 Series Service Source (1996), File:Performa 6100 series.pdf. PDF page numbers: title p. 1; Product Configurations pp. 8-10; Specifications pp. 21-30; Symptom Charts pp. 33-44.
  3. ↑ Apple Macintosh Performa 6118CD Specs, EveryMac—link(accessed 2026-09-30) 500 MB; 15-inch Apple monitor; external 28.8k modem; introduced 1 November 1994, discontinued 1 July 1995; order number M3647LL/A; US$2,800. Supported system software to Mac OS 9.1.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Apple Computer, Power Macintosh 6100/WS 6150 Service Source, File:Powermac 6100 series.pdf; see Power Macintosh 6100/ WS 6150 Service Source. Battery Verification, PDF pp. 102-103.


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