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{{Infobox computer
| name        = Power Macintosh 6200
| image        = [[File:Macintosh_Performa_6200.jpg]]
| caption      = Power Macintosh 6200
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type        = Personal Computer
| release_date = May 28, 1995
| discontinued = May 1, 1996
| cpu          = PowerPC 603 @ 75 MHz
| memory      = 8 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB)
| storage      = 500 MB IDE hard drive
| display      = External (640×480 at 16-bit)
| os          = System 7.5.1, 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1
| predecessor  = [[Macintosh Quadra 630]]
| successor    = [[Power Macintosh 6300]]
| model        = N/A
}}
The '''Power Macintosh 6200''' is a desktop Macintosh computer released on May 28, 1995.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/powermac/specs/powermac_6200_75.html |title=Power Macintosh 6200/75 Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It features a PowerPC 603 processor running at 75 MHz with a 37.5 MHz system bus.
 
This model was sold only in Asia. The consumer version, the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD|Performa 6200CD]], was sold worldwide.
 
== Hardware Overview ==
 
=== Processor and Memory ===
The Power Macintosh 6200 uses a PowerPC 603 processor at 75 MHz with a 32-bit processor and 64-bit data path. It has 16K 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.
 
=== Storage ===
The system includes a 500 MB IDE hard drive and a 4X CD-ROM drive. A 1.44 MB floppy drive is standard.
 
=== Display ===
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.
 
=== Expansion ===
The system has one LC PDS slot, plus Comm, TV, and video input/output expansion slots.
 
=== Case Design ===
The 6200 uses the Macintosh Quadra 630 case form factor.
 
== General Maintenance ==
For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD General Maintenance|General Maintenance]] page (shared hardware with Performa 6200CD).
 
== Troubleshooting ==
For troubleshooting information, see the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD Troubleshooting|Troubleshooting]] page.
 
== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
For capacitor replacement guidelines, see the [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD Capacitor Replacement Guide|Capacitor Replacement Guide]].
 
== See Also ==
* [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD]]
* [[Power Macintosh 6300]]
* [[Macintosh Quadra 630]]
 
== References ==
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[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]]

Revision as of 13:42, 10 February 2026



Power Macintosh 6200
File:Macintosh Performa 6200.jpg
Power Macintosh 6200
Specifications
ManufacturerApple Computer, Inc.
TypePersonal Computer
ReleasedMay 28, 1995
DiscontinuedMay 1, 1996
CPUPowerPC 603 @ 75 MHz
Memory8 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB)
Storage500 MB IDE hard drive
DisplayExternal (640×480 at 16-bit)
Sound
OS / FirmwareSystem 7.5.1, 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1
PredecessorMacintosh Quadra 630
SuccessorPower Macintosh 6300
Model no.N/A

The Power Macintosh 6200 is a desktop Macintosh computer released on May 28, 1995.[1] It features a PowerPC 603 processor running at 75 MHz with a 37.5 MHz system bus.

This model was sold only in Asia. The consumer version, the Performa 6200CD, was sold worldwide.

Hardware Overview

Processor and Memory

The Power Macintosh 6200 uses a PowerPC 603 processor at 75 MHz with a 32-bit processor and 64-bit data path. It has 16K 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.

Storage

The system includes a 500 MB IDE hard drive and a 4X CD-ROM drive. A 1.44 MB floppy drive is standard.

Display

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.

Expansion

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

Case Design

The 6200 uses the Macintosh Quadra 630 case form factor.

General Maintenance

For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the General Maintenance page (shared hardware with Performa 6200CD).

Troubleshooting

For troubleshooting information, see the Troubleshooting page.

Capacitor Replacement Guide

For capacitor replacement guidelines, see the Capacitor Replacement Guide.

See Also

References

  1. Power Macintosh 6200/75 Specs, EveryMac.com—link(accessed 2026-02-10)