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{{Infobox computer | |||
| name = Power Macintosh 5400 | |||
| image = [[File:Macintosh_Performa_5400.jpg]] | |||
| caption = Power Macintosh 5400 | |||
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc. | |||
| type = All-in-one Personal Computer | |||
| release_date = April 13, 1996 | |||
| discontinued = February 17, 1997 | |||
| cpu = PowerPC 603e @ 120 MHz | |||
| memory = 16 MB RAM (expandable to 136 MB) | |||
| storage = 1.6 GB IDE hard drive | |||
| display = 15" shadow mask CRT (640×480 pixels) | |||
| os = System 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1 | |||
| predecessor = [[Power Macintosh 5260]] | |||
| successor = [[Power Macintosh 5500]] | |||
| model = M3046 | |||
}} | |||
The '''Power Macintosh 5400''' is an all-in-one Macintosh computer based on the Alchemy architecture, released on April 13, 1996.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/powermac/specs/powermac_5400_120.html |title=Power Macintosh 5400/120 Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It features a PowerPC 603e processor running at 120 MHz. | |||
This model was sold only to the education market in North America. The consumer version, the [[Macintosh Performa 5400CD|Performa 5400CD]], was sold worldwide. | |||
== Hardware Overview == | |||
=== Processor and Memory === | |||
The Power Macintosh 5400 uses a PowerPC 603e processor at 120 MHz with a 40 MHz system bus. It has 32K of L1 cache and supports optional 256K L2 cache. | |||
RAM uses 168-pin DIMMs at 70 ns minimum speed. The system has 8 MB of onboard RAM and 2 DIMM slots, supporting up to 136 MB total. 1 MB of system RAM is dedicated to video function. | |||
=== Storage === | |||
The system includes a 1.6 GB IDE hard drive and either a 4X or 8X CD-ROM drive. A 1.44 MB floppy drive is standard. | |||
=== Display === | |||
The built-in 15" shadow mask CRT supports 640×480 at 16-bit, or 800×600 and 832×624 at 8-bit. Display mirroring to an external monitor is supported at up to 832×624. | |||
=== Expansion === | |||
The system has one PCI slot, plus Comm, TV, and video input/output expansion slots. | |||
=== Networking === | |||
10Base-T Ethernet is standard. | |||
== General Maintenance == | |||
For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the [[Macintosh Performa 5400 General Maintenance|General Maintenance]] page (shared hardware with Performa 5400). | |||
== Troubleshooting == | |||
For troubleshooting information, see the [[Macintosh Performa 5400 Troubleshooting|Troubleshooting]] page. | |||
== Capacitor Replacement Guide == | |||
For capacitor replacement guidelines, see the [[Macintosh Performa 5400 Capacitor Replacement Guide|Capacitor Replacement Guide]]. | |||
== See Also == | |||
* [[Macintosh Performa 5400]] | |||
* [[Macintosh Performa 5400CD]] | |||
* [[Power Macintosh 5260]] | |||
* [[Power Macintosh 5500]] | |||
== References == | |||
<references /> | |||
{{Navbox-AppleVintage}} | |||
[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]] | |||
Revision as of 13:42, 10 February 2026
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| Power Macintosh 5400 | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | All-in-one Personal Computer |
| Released | April 13, 1996 |
| Discontinued | February 17, 1997 |
| CPU | PowerPC 603e @ 120 MHz |
| Memory | 16 MB RAM (expandable to 136 MB) |
| Storage | 1.6 GB IDE hard drive |
| Display | 15" shadow mask CRT (640×480 pixels) |
| Sound | — |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1 |
| Predecessor | Power Macintosh 5260 |
| Successor | Power Macintosh 5500 |
| Model no. | M3046 |
The Power Macintosh 5400 is an all-in-one Macintosh computer based on the Alchemy architecture, released on April 13, 1996.[1] It features a PowerPC 603e processor running at 120 MHz.
This model was sold only to the education market in North America. The consumer version, the Performa 5400CD, was sold worldwide.
Hardware Overview
Processor and Memory
The Power Macintosh 5400 uses a PowerPC 603e processor at 120 MHz with a 40 MHz system bus. It has 32K of L1 cache and supports optional 256K L2 cache.
RAM uses 168-pin DIMMs at 70 ns minimum speed. The system has 8 MB of onboard RAM and 2 DIMM slots, supporting up to 136 MB total. 1 MB of system RAM is dedicated to video function.
Storage
The system includes a 1.6 GB IDE hard drive and either a 4X or 8X CD-ROM drive. A 1.44 MB floppy drive is standard.
Display
The built-in 15" shadow mask CRT supports 640×480 at 16-bit, or 800×600 and 832×624 at 8-bit. Display mirroring to an external monitor is supported at up to 832×624.
Expansion
The system has one PCI slot, plus Comm, TV, and video input/output expansion slots.
Networking
10Base-T Ethernet is standard.
General Maintenance
For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the General Maintenance page (shared hardware with Performa 5400).
Troubleshooting
For troubleshooting information, see the Troubleshooting page.
Capacitor Replacement Guide
For capacitor replacement guidelines, see the Capacitor Replacement Guide.
See Also
References