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{{Infobox computer
| name        = Macintosh Performa 6360
| image        = [[File:Macintosh Performa 6300.jpg]]
| caption      = Macintosh Performa 6360
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type        = Personal Computer
| release date = October 17, 1996
| discontinued = October 1, 1997
| price        = US$1,500
| cpu          = PowerPC 603e @ 160 MHz
| memory      = 16 MB RAM (8 MB on-board, expandable to 136 MB)
| storage      = 1.2 GB IDE hard drive, 8X CD-ROM
| display      = DB-15 video output (800×600 16-bit, 1024×768 8-bit)
| sound        = Monophonic input, stereo output
| dimensions  = 4.3" H × 12.6" W × 16.5" D (10.9 × 32 × 41.9 cm)
| weight      = 19 lbs (8.6 kg)
| os          = System 7.5.1 – Mac OS 9.1
| predecessor  = [[Macintosh Performa 6320CD|Performa 6320CD]]
| successor    = [[Macintosh Performa 6400|Performa 6400]]
| codename    = Alchemy (logic board)
| model        = N/A (Gestalt ID 58)
}}
The '''Macintosh Performa 6360''' is a [[PowerPC]]-based desktop personal computer manufactured by Apple Computer, Inc. and released on October 17, 1996.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/mac_performa/specs/mac_performa_6360_160.html |title=Macintosh Performa 6360/160 Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> Despite its similar name to the earlier [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD|Performa 6300 series]], the 6360 uses a significantly different internal architecture based on the "Alchemy" logic board with faster DIMM-based memory, PCI expansion, and a faster 160 MHz processor.
 
The Performa 6360 shares its Alchemy logic board with the [[Macintosh Performa 6400|Performa 6400]] mini-tower and [[Macintosh Power Macintosh 5400|Power Macintosh 5400]] all-in-one.
 
== Hardware Overview ==
 
The Performa 6360 represents a significant upgrade from the 6300 series:
 
* '''Processor''': PowerPC 603e at 160 MHz with integrated FPU
* '''RAM''': 8 MB soldered on-board plus two 168-pin DIMM slots (70 ns), 16 MB standard, expandable to 136 MB
* '''Storage''': 1.2 GB IDE hard drive, 8X CD-ROM, 1.44 MB floppy
* '''Video''': 1 MB system RAM dedicated to video
* '''Expansion''': 1× PCI slot, communications slot, video I/O slot, TV tuner slot
 
=== Key Differences from Performa 6300 Series ===
 
{| class="wikitable" style="width:80%"
|-
! Feature !! Performa 6300CD !! Performa 6360
|-
| Processor || 100 MHz 603e || 160 MHz 603e
|-
| RAM Type || 72-pin SIMM || 168-pin DIMM
|-
| Onboard RAM || None || 8 MB
|-
| Maximum RAM || 64 MB || 136 MB
|-
| Expansion || LC PDS || PCI
|-
| L2 Cache || 256 KB included || 256 KB optional
|-
| CD-ROM || 4X || 8X
|-
| Logic Board || M3076 || Alchemy (Gestalt ID 58)
|}
 
== Architecture and Processor ==
 
The Performa 6360 uses the Alchemy logic board, which provides a 64-bit data path to main memory—a significant improvement over the earlier 5200/6200/6300 series. The 40 MHz system bus communicates with the 160 MHz PowerPC 603e processor.
 
Third-party processor upgrades are available that can override the soldered CPU via the L2 cache slot.
 
== Memory and Storage ==
 
=== RAM Configuration ===
 
{| class="wikitable" style="width:70%"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| RAM Type || 168-pin DIMM
|-
| RAM Speed || 70 ns
|-
| Standard RAM || 16 MB
|-
| Maximum RAM || 136 MB
|-
| Motherboard RAM || 8 MB (soldered)
|-
| RAM Slots || 2
|}
 
=== Storage Systems ===
 
* '''Hard Drive:''' 1.2 GB IDE internal drive
* '''Floppy Drive:''' 1.44 MB 3.5" SuperDrive (manual insert)
* '''CD-ROM:''' 8X internal CD-ROM drive
 
== Display and Graphics ==
 
Video memory is integrated, with 1 MB of system RAM dedicated to video functions:
 
{| class="wikitable" style="width:70%"
|-
! Resolution !! Color Depth
|-
| 640×480 || 16-bit (Thousands)
|-
| 800×600 || 16-bit (Thousands)
|-
| 832×624 || 8-bit (256 colors)
|-
| 1024×768 || 8-bit (256 colors)
|}
 
A second display can be supported with the addition of a PCI video card.
 
== General Maintenance ==
 
For detailed maintenance practices including cleaning, PRAM battery management, and general upkeep, refer to the dedicated [[Macintosh Performa 6400 General Maintenance]] page. The Performa 6360 shares the Alchemy logic board with the 6400 series.
 
== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
 
Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines for the Alchemy logic board can be found on the [[Macintosh Performa 6400 Capacitor Replacement Guide]] page.
 
== Troubleshooting ==
 
A comprehensive troubleshooting guide addressing power issues, startup problems, and other common failures is available on the [[Macintosh Performa 6400 Troubleshooting]] page.
 
== Technical Details ==
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=== System Architecture at a Glance ===
 
{| class="wikitable styled-table" style="width:90%; text-align:center;"
! Sub-system !! Specification (Macintosh Performa 6360, 1996)
|-
| '''CPU''' || PowerPC 603e @ 160 MHz
|-
| '''Bus width''' || 64-bit data path
|-
| '''System Bus''' || 40 MHz
|-
| '''ROM''' || 4 MB
|-
| '''RAM''' || 16 MB (expandable to 136 MB)
|-
| '''L1 Cache''' || 32 KB
|-
| '''L2 Cache''' || 256 KB (optional)
|-
| '''Video''' || 800×600 16-bit, 1024×768 8-bit
|-
| '''Sound''' || Mono input, stereo output
|-
| '''Disks''' || 1.2 GB IDE HDD, 1.44 MB floppy, 8X CD-ROM
|-
| '''Ports''' || ADB, SCSI, 2× GeoPort Serial, Audio I/O, Video out
|}
 
=== Power Specifications ===
 
* Input: 100V-125V or 200-240V AC, 47-63 Hz
* Maximum power consumption: 220 Watts
 
== See Also ==
 
* [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6400]]
* [[Macintosh Power Macintosh 5400|Power Macintosh 5400]]
 
== References ==
 
<references />
 
[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]]
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