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{{Infobox computer | |||
| name = Macintosh Performa 6100 | |||
| image = [[File:Power_Macintosh_6100.jpg]] | |||
| caption = Macintosh Performa 6100 | |||
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc. | |||
| type = Personal Computer | |||
| release_date = November 1, 1994 | |||
| discontinued = July 1, 1995 | |||
| cpu = PowerPC 601 @ 60 MHz | |||
| memory = 8 MB RAM (expandable to 72 MB) | |||
| storage = 250 MB SCSI HDD | |||
| display = Supports 640×480 at 16-bit color | |||
| sound = Stereo 16-bit input/output, mono speaker | |||
| dimensions = 3.4" H × 16.3" W × 15.6" D | |||
| weight = 14 lbs (6.4 kg) | |||
| os = System 7.5 – Mac OS 9.1 | |||
| predecessor = [[Macintosh Performa 475|Performa 475]] | |||
| successor = [[Macintosh Performa 6200CD|Performa 6200CD]] | |||
| codename = Piltdown Man | |||
| model = M1596 | |||
}} | |||
The '''Macintosh Performa 6100''' is the consumer-oriented version of the [[Power Macintosh 6100|Power Macintosh 6100/60]], released on November 1, 1994. It is the base model of the Performa 6100 series without a CD-ROM drive, differing from the [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD|Performa 6110CD]] only in the absence of the optical drive. | |||
The Performa 6100 was the first PowerPC-based Performa, representing Apple's transition from the Motorola 680x0 architecture to the PowerPC platform in the consumer market.<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> | |||
== Differences from Performa 6110CD == | |||
The Performa 6100 differs from the [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD|Performa 6110CD]] in the following ways: | |||
* '''CD-ROM:''' Not included | |||
* '''Price:''' Lower entry price point | |||
All other specifications are identical. | |||
== Architecture and Processor == | |||
The Performa 6100 uses the PowerPC 601 processor running at 60 MHz on a 30 MHz system bus. The 601 was the first generation PowerPC chip developed jointly by Apple, IBM, and Motorola (the "AIM alliance"). It features a 32-bit architecture with a 64-bit data path and integrates the FPU on-die. | |||
=== Cache Configuration === | |||
* '''L1 Cache:''' 32 KB (16 KB data + 16 KB instruction) | |||
* '''L2 Cache:''' Optional 256 KB (cache slot on logic board) | |||
== Memory and Storage == | |||
=== RAM Configuration === | |||
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|- | |||
! Specification !! Details | |||
|- | |||
| '''RAM Type''' || 72-pin FPM or EDO SIMMs | |||
|- | |||
| '''Minimum Speed''' || 80 ns | |||
|- | |||
| '''Motherboard RAM''' || 8 MB soldered | |||
|- | |||
| '''Maximum RAM''' || 72 MB (136 MB with third-party 64 MB SIMMs) | |||
|- | |||
| '''RAM Slots''' || 2 (matched pairs required) | |||
|} | |||
=== Storage Systems === | |||
* '''Hard Drive:''' 250 MB internal SCSI | |||
* '''Floppy:''' 1.44 MB SuperDrive (manual inject) | |||
* '''Interface:''' 50-pin internal SCSI, DB-25 external SCSI | |||
== Display and Graphics == | |||
Video output is provided through the HDI-45 connector. The system uses 640 KB of system RAM dedicated to video functions. | |||
* '''Standard Resolution:''' 640×480 at 16-bit color | |||
* '''Maximum Resolution:''' 832×624 at 8-bit color | |||
* '''VRAM:''' 640 KB (borrowed from system RAM) | |||
== 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. | |||
== See Also == | |||
* [[Macintosh Performa 6110CD]] — Base CD-ROM model | |||
* [[Macintosh Performa 6112CD]] — 250 MB HDD, different software bundle | |||
== References == | |||
<references /> | |||
[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]] | |||
Revision as of 12:20, 10 February 2026
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| Macintosh Performa 6100 | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | Personal Computer |
| Released | November 1, 1994 |
| Discontinued | July 1, 1995 |
| CPU | PowerPC 601 @ 60 MHz |
| Memory | 8 MB RAM (expandable to 72 MB) |
| Storage | 250 MB SCSI HDD |
| Display | Supports 640×480 at 16-bit color |
| Sound | Stereo 16-bit input/output, mono speaker |
| Dimensions | 3.4" H × 16.3" W × 15.6" D |
| Weight | 14 lbs (6.4 kg) |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.5 – Mac OS 9.1 |
| Predecessor | Performa 475 |
| Successor | Performa 6200CD |
| Codename | Piltdown Man |
| Model no. | M1596 |
The Macintosh Performa 6100 is the consumer-oriented version of the Power Macintosh 6100/60, released on November 1, 1994. It is the base model of the Performa 6100 series without a CD-ROM drive, differing from the Performa 6110CD only in the absence of the optical drive.
The Performa 6100 was the first PowerPC-based Performa, representing Apple's transition from the Motorola 680x0 architecture to the PowerPC platform in the consumer market.[1]
Differences from Performa 6110CD
The Performa 6100 differs from the Performa 6110CD in the following ways:
- CD-ROM: Not included
- Price: Lower entry price point
All other specifications are identical.
Architecture and Processor
The Performa 6100 uses the PowerPC 601 processor running at 60 MHz on a 30 MHz system bus. The 601 was the first generation PowerPC chip developed jointly by Apple, IBM, and Motorola (the "AIM alliance"). It features a 32-bit architecture with a 64-bit data path and integrates the FPU on-die.
Cache Configuration
- L1 Cache: 32 KB (16 KB data + 16 KB instruction)
- L2 Cache: Optional 256 KB (cache slot on logic board)
Memory and Storage
RAM Configuration
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| RAM Type | 72-pin FPM or EDO SIMMs |
| Minimum Speed | 80 ns |
| Motherboard RAM | 8 MB soldered |
| Maximum RAM | 72 MB (136 MB with third-party 64 MB SIMMs) |
| RAM Slots | 2 (matched pairs required) |
Storage Systems
- Hard Drive: 250 MB internal SCSI
- Floppy: 1.44 MB SuperDrive (manual inject)
- Interface: 50-pin internal SCSI, DB-25 external SCSI
Display and Graphics
Video output is provided through the HDI-45 connector. The system uses 640 KB of system RAM dedicated to video functions.
- Standard Resolution: 640×480 at 16-bit color
- Maximum Resolution: 832×624 at 8-bit color
- VRAM: 640 KB (borrowed from system RAM)
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.
See Also
- Macintosh Performa 6110CD — Base CD-ROM model
- Macintosh Performa 6112CD — 250 MB HDD, different software bundle