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{{Infobox computer
{{Infobox computer
| name        = Power Macintosh 6300
| name        = Power Macintosh 6300
| image        = [[File:Macintosh_Performa_6300.jpg]]
| image        = [[File:PowerMacintosh_6300.jpg]]
| caption      = Power Macintosh 6300
| caption      = Power Macintosh 6300
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type        = Personal Computer
| type        = Personal Computer
| release_date = June 27, 1996
| release date = June 27, 1996
| discontinued = July 1, 1997
| discontinued = July 1, 1997
| cpu          = PowerPC 603e @ 100/120 MHz
| price        = Asia only
| cpu          = PowerPC 603e @ 100–120 MHz
| memory      = 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB)
| memory      = 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB)
| storage      = 1.2 GB IDE hard drive
| storage      = 1.2 GB 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
| 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  = [[Power Macintosh 6200]]
| predecessor  = [[Power Macintosh 6200]]
| successor    = [[Power Macintosh 6400]]
| successor    =  
| codename    =
| model        = M3076
| model        = M3076
}}
}}
The '''Power Macintosh 6300''' is a desktop Macintosh computer released on June 27, 1996.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/powermac/specs/powermac_6300_120.html |title=Power Macintosh 6300/120 Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It features a PowerPC 603e processor available at 100 MHz or 120 MHz with a 40 MHz system bus.
The '''Power Macintosh 6300''' is a personal computer introduced by Apple Computer on June 27, 1996.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/powermac/specs/powermac_6300_120.html |title=Power Macintosh 6300/120 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 603e processor. The Power Macintosh 6300 was sold primarily in Asia, while the consumer version—the [[Macintosh Performa 6320CD|Performa 6320CD]]—was sold worldwide with an additional TV/video system.


This model was sold only in Asia. The consumer version, the [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD|Performa 6300CD]], was sold worldwide with the addition of a TV/video system.
== Model Variants ==


== Hardware Overview ==
{| class="wikitable" style="width:70%;"
|-
! Model !! Processor !! Standard RAM !! Hard Drive !! CD-ROM
|-
| 6300/100 || 100 MHz || 16 MB || 1.2 GB || 4X
|-
| 6300/120 || 120 MHz || 16 MB || 1.2 GB || 4X
|}


=== Processor and Memory ===
== Architecture and Processor ==
The Power Macintosh 6300 uses a PowerPC 603e processor at 100 or 120 MHz with a 32-bit processor and 64-bit data path. It has 32K 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.
* '''Processor:''' PowerPC 603e
* '''Clock Speed:''' 100 MHz or 120 MHz
* '''Architecture:''' 32-bit processor with 64-bit data path
* '''FPU:''' Integrated
* '''System Bus:''' 40 MHz
* '''L1 Cache:''' 32 KB
* '''L2 Cache:''' 256 KB
* '''ROM:''' 4 MB


=== Storage ===
== Memory and Storage ==
The system includes a 1.2 GB IDE hard drive and a 4X CD-ROM drive. A 1.44 MB floppy drive is standard.


=== Display ===
* '''RAM Type:''' 72-pin SIMM (80 ns minimum)
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.
* '''RAM Slots:''' 2
* '''Standard RAM:''' 16 MB
* '''Maximum RAM:''' 64 MB
* '''Hard Drive:''' 1.2 GB IDE
* '''Floppy Drive:''' 1.44 MB 3.5"
* '''CD-ROM:''' 4X


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


=== Case Design ===
* '''Resolution:''' 640×480 (16-bit), 800×600 and 832×624 (8-bit)
The 6300 uses the Macintosh Quadra 630 case form factor.
* '''Video RAM:''' 1 MB (from system RAM)
 
== Input/Output and Expansion ==
 
* '''LC PDS Slot:''' 1
* '''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 6300CD General Maintenance|General Maintenance]] page (shared hardware with Performa 6300CD).
 
For detailed maintenance information, refer to the [[Power Macintosh 6300 General Maintenance]] page.


== Troubleshooting ==
== Troubleshooting ==
For troubleshooting information, see the [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD Troubleshooting|Troubleshooting]] page.
 
See the [[Power Macintosh 6300 Troubleshooting]] page.


== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
For capacitor replacement guidelines, see the [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD Capacitor Replacement Guide|Capacitor Replacement Guide]].
 
See the [[Power Macintosh 6300 Capacitor Replacement Guide]] page.
 
== Specifications ==
 
Full technical specifications are available on the [[Power Macintosh 6300 Specifications]] page.
 
== Related Models ==
 
* [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6310CD]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6320CD]]


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD]]
 
* [[Power Macintosh 6200]]
* [[Power Macintosh 6200]]
* [[Power Macintosh 6400]]
* [[Macintosh Quadra 630]]


== References ==
== References ==
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