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{{Infobox computer
| name        = Macintosh Performa 5430
| image        = [[File:Macintosh Performa 5200.jpg]]
| caption      = Macintosh Performa 5430
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type        = All-in-one Personal Computer
| release_date = August 1, 1996
| discontinued = December 1, 1997
| cpu          = PowerPC 603e @ 160 MHz
| memory      = 16 MB RAM (expandable to 136 MB)
| storage      = 1.6 GB IDE hard drive, 8X CD-ROM
| display      = 15" shadow mask CRT (800×600 16-bit, 1024×768 8-bit)
| sound        = 16-bit stereo output, 16-bit mono input, SRS surround
| dimensions  = 17.5" H × 15.1" W × 16.0" D (44.5 × 38.4 × 40.6 cm)
| weight      = 47 lbs (21.3 kg)
| os          = System 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1
| predecessor  = [[Macintosh Performa 5400CD|Performa 5400CD]]
| successor    = [[Macintosh Performa 5500|Performa 5500]]
| codename    = Alchemy
}}
The '''Macintosh Performa 5430''' is an all-in-one personal computer manufactured by Apple Computer, Inc., introduced on August 1, 1996.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/mac_performa/specs/mac_performa_5400_160.html |title=Apple Macintosh Performa 5400/160 Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It is an upgraded variant of the [[Macintosh Performa 5400CD|Performa 5400CD]] with a faster 160 MHz processor and 8X CD-ROM drive, sold exclusively in Europe.
 
The Performa 5430 is also known as the Performa 5400/160 and shares the same Alchemy logic board as the base 5400CD, but with the faster processor option.
 
== Differences from Performa 5400CD ==
 
The Performa 5430 differs from the [[Macintosh Performa 5400CD|Performa 5400CD]] in the following ways:
 
* '''CPU Speed:''' 160 MHz (vs 120 MHz)
* '''CD-ROM:''' 8X (vs 4X)
* '''Display Resolution:''' Supports 800×600 at 16-bit (vs 640×480)
* '''Market:''' Europe only
* '''Introduction:''' August 1996 (vs April 1996)
 
== Architecture and Processor ==
 
The Performa 5430 uses a PowerPC 603e processor running at 160 MHz on a 40 MHz system bus. The 603e is a 32-bit processor with a 64-bit data path and integrated floating-point unit.
 
=== Cache Configuration ===
* '''L1 Cache:''' 32 KB (16 KB instruction, 16 KB data)
* '''L2 Cache:''' 256 KB (optional)
 
== Memory and Storage ==
 
=== RAM Configuration ===
{| class="wikitable" style="width:70%; text-align:center;"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| '''RAM Type''' || 168-pin DIMM
|-
| '''Minimum Speed''' || 70 ns
|-
| '''Motherboard RAM''' || 8 MB soldered
|-
| '''Standard RAM''' || 16 MB
|-
| '''Maximum RAM''' || 136 MB
|-
| '''RAM Slots''' || 2
|}
 
=== Storage Systems ===
* '''Hard Drive:''' 1.6 GB IDE internal drive
* '''Floppy Drive:''' 1.44 MB 3.5" manual-eject
* '''CD-ROM:''' 8X
 
== Display and Graphics ==
 
The built-in 15" shadow mask CRT supports:
* 640×480 at 16-bit color
* 800×600 at 16-bit color
* 832×624 at 8-bit color
* 1024×768 at 8-bit color (external mirroring)
 
== General Maintenance ==
 
For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the dedicated [[Macintosh Performa 5400CD General Maintenance]] page.
 
== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
 
Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines can be found on the [[Macintosh Performa 5400CD Capacitor Replacement Guide]] page.
 
== Troubleshooting ==
 
A comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available on the [[Macintosh Performa 5400CD Troubleshooting]] page.
 
== See Also ==
 
* [[Macintosh Performa 5400CD]] — Base model (120 MHz)
* [[Macintosh Performa 5440]] — 180 MHz variant (black case)
 
== References ==
<references />
 
[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]]

Latest revision as of 12:19, 10 February 2026


Macintosh Performa 5430
Macintosh Performa 5430
Specifications
ManufacturerApple Computer, Inc.
TypeAll-in-one Personal Computer
ReleasedAugust 1, 1996
DiscontinuedDecember 1, 1997
CPUPowerPC 603e @ 160 MHz
Memory16 MB RAM (expandable to 136 MB)
Storage1.6 GB IDE hard drive, 8X CD-ROM
Display15" shadow mask CRT (800×600 16-bit, 1024×768 8-bit)
Sound16-bit stereo output, 16-bit mono input, SRS surround
Dimensions17.5" H × 15.1" W × 16.0" D (44.5 × 38.4 × 40.6 cm)
Weight47 lbs (21.3 kg)
OS / FirmwareSystem 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1
PredecessorPerforma 5400CD
SuccessorPerforma 5500
CodenameAlchemy

The Macintosh Performa 5430 is an all-in-one personal computer manufactured by Apple Computer, Inc., introduced on August 1, 1996.[1] It is an upgraded variant of the Performa 5400CD with a faster 160 MHz processor and 8X CD-ROM drive, sold exclusively in Europe.

The Performa 5430 is also known as the Performa 5400/160 and shares the same Alchemy logic board as the base 5400CD, but with the faster processor option.

Differences from Performa 5400CD

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The Performa 5430 differs from the Performa 5400CD in the following ways:

  • CPU Speed: 160 MHz (vs 120 MHz)
  • CD-ROM: 8X (vs 4X)
  • Display Resolution: Supports 800×600 at 16-bit (vs 640×480)
  • Market: Europe only
  • Introduction: August 1996 (vs April 1996)

Architecture and Processor

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The Performa 5430 uses a PowerPC 603e processor running at 160 MHz on a 40 MHz system bus. The 603e is a 32-bit processor with a 64-bit data path and integrated floating-point unit.

Cache Configuration

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  • L1 Cache: 32 KB (16 KB instruction, 16 KB data)
  • L2 Cache: 256 KB (optional)

Memory and Storage

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RAM Configuration

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Specification Details
RAM Type 168-pin DIMM
Minimum Speed 70 ns
Motherboard RAM 8 MB soldered
Standard RAM 16 MB
Maximum RAM 136 MB
RAM Slots 2

Storage Systems

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  • Hard Drive: 1.6 GB IDE internal drive
  • Floppy Drive: 1.44 MB 3.5" manual-eject
  • CD-ROM: 8X

Display and Graphics

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The built-in 15" shadow mask CRT supports:

  • 640×480 at 16-bit color
  • 800×600 at 16-bit color
  • 832×624 at 8-bit color
  • 1024×768 at 8-bit color (external mirroring)

General Maintenance

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For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the dedicated Macintosh Performa 5400CD General Maintenance page.

Capacitor Replacement Guide

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Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines can be found on the Macintosh Performa 5400CD Capacitor Replacement Guide page.

Troubleshooting

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A comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available on the Macintosh Performa 5400CD Troubleshooting page.

See Also

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References

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  1. Apple Macintosh Performa 5400/160 Specs, EveryMac.com—link(accessed 2026-02-10)