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{{Infobox computer
| name        = Macintosh Performa 6400CD
| image        = [[File:Macintosh_Performa_6400.jpg]]
| caption      = Macintosh Performa 6400CD
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc.
| type        = Personal Computer
| release_date = August 7, 1996
| discontinued = August 1, 1997
| price        = US$2,100–$2,800
| cpu          = PowerPC 603ev @ 180 or 200 MHz
| memory      = 16 MB RAM (8 MB on-board, expandable to 136 MB)
| storage      = 1.6–2.4 GB IDE hard drive, 8X CD-ROM
| display      = Supports up to 1024×768 @ 8-bit
| sound        = SRS 3D surround sound with integrated subwoofer
| dimensions  = 16.0" H × 7.8" W × 16.9" D (40.6 × 19.8 × 42.9 cm)
| weight      = 44.5 lbs (20.2 kg)
| os          = System 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1
| predecessor  = [[Macintosh Performa 6360|Performa 6360]]
| successor    = [[Power Macintosh 6500]]
| codename    = Alchemy (logic board)
| model        = M3548
}}
The '''Macintosh Performa 6400CD''' is an alternate name for the [[Macintosh Performa 6400]], emphasizing the included 8X CD-ROM drive.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/mac_performa/specs/mac_performa_6400_180.html |title=Apple Macintosh Performa 6400/180 Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> All Performa 6400 models shipped with a CD-ROM drive; the "6400CD" designation was used in some marketing materials and regional markets.
 
The Performa 6400 is a personal computer designed, manufactured and sold by Apple Computer from August 1996 to August 1997. It is the only Macintosh mini-tower to be branded as a Performa, and was one of the last new Performa-branded models introduced by Apple.
 
== Model Variants ==
 
The Performa 6400/6400CD was sold in several configurations:
 
{| class="wikitable" style="width:70%"
|-
! Model !! CPU Speed !! Hard Drive !! Region !! Notes
|-
| Performa 6400/180 || 180 MHz || 1.6 GB || North America || Base consumer model
|-
| Performa 6400/200 || 200 MHz || 2.4 GB || North America || Higher-end consumer model
|-
| [[Macintosh Performa 6410|Performa 6410]] || 180 MHz || 1.6 GB || Europe, Asia || Regional variant of 6400/180
|-
| [[Macintosh Performa 6420|Performa 6420]] || 200 MHz || 2.4 GB || Europe, Asia || Regional variant of 6400/200
|}
 
== Hardware Overview ==
 
* '''Processor''': PowerPC 603ev at 180 or 200 MHz with integrated FPU (soldered)
* '''RAM''': 8 MB soldered on-board plus two 168-pin DIMM slots (70 ns), 16 MB standard, expandable to 136 MB
* '''Storage''': 1.6 GB or 2.4 GB IDE hard drive, 8X CD-ROM, 1.44 MB floppy
* '''Video''': 1 MB system RAM dedicated to video
* '''Audio''': SRS 3D surround sound with integrated subwoofer
* '''Expansion''': 2× PCI slots, communications slot, video I/O slot, TV tuner slot
 
The logic board, codenamed "Alchemy", is shared with the [[Macintosh Power Macintosh 5400|Power Macintosh 5400]] all-in-one and [[Macintosh Performa 6360|Performa 6360]] desktop models.
 
== General Maintenance ==
 
For detailed maintenance practices including cleaning, PRAM battery management, and general upkeep, refer to the dedicated [[Macintosh Performa 6400 General Maintenance]] page.
 
== Capacitor Replacement Guide ==
 
Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines for the logic board can be found on the [[Macintosh Performa 6400 Capacitor Replacement Guide]] page.
 
== Troubleshooting ==
 
A comprehensive troubleshooting guide addressing power issues, startup problems, video issues, and other common problems 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 6400CD, 1996)
|-
| '''CPU''' || PowerPC 603ev @ 180/200 MHz
|-
| '''Bus width''' || 64-bit data path
|-
| '''ROM''' || 4 MB
|-
| '''RAM''' || 16 MB (expandable to 136 MB)
|-
| '''Video''' || Up to 1024×768 @ 8-bit
|-
| '''Sound''' || SRS 3D surround with subwoofer
|-
| '''Storage''' || 1.6–2.4 GB IDE HDD, 8X CD-ROM
|-
| '''Ports''' || ADB, Serial × 2, SCSI, Audio I/O
|}
 
== References ==
<references />
 
== See Also ==
 
* [[Macintosh Performa 6400]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6410]]
* [[Macintosh Performa 6420]]
* [[Power Macintosh 6500]]
 
[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]]

Latest revision as of 13:30, 10 February 2026

Macintosh Performa 6400CD
Macintosh Performa 6400CD
Specifications
ManufacturerApple Computer, Inc.
TypePersonal Computer
ReleasedAugust 7, 1996
DiscontinuedAugust 1, 1997
Intro priceUS$2,100–$2,800
CPUPowerPC 603ev @ 180 or 200 MHz
Memory16 MB RAM (8 MB on-board, expandable to 136 MB)
Storage1.6–2.4 GB IDE hard drive, 8X CD-ROM
DisplaySupports up to 1024×768 @ 8-bit
SoundSRS 3D surround sound with integrated subwoofer
Dimensions16.0" H × 7.8" W × 16.9" D (40.6 × 19.8 × 42.9 cm)
Weight44.5 lbs (20.2 kg)
OS / FirmwareSystem 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1
PredecessorPerforma 6360
SuccessorPower Macintosh 6500
CodenameAlchemy (logic board)
Model no.M3548

The Macintosh Performa 6400CD is an alternate name for the Macintosh Performa 6400, emphasizing the included 8X CD-ROM drive.[1] All Performa 6400 models shipped with a CD-ROM drive; the "6400CD" designation was used in some marketing materials and regional markets.

The Performa 6400 is a personal computer designed, manufactured and sold by Apple Computer from August 1996 to August 1997. It is the only Macintosh mini-tower to be branded as a Performa, and was one of the last new Performa-branded models introduced by Apple.

Model Variants

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The Performa 6400/6400CD was sold in several configurations:

Model CPU Speed Hard Drive Region Notes
Performa 6400/180 180 MHz 1.6 GB North America Base consumer model
Performa 6400/200 200 MHz 2.4 GB North America Higher-end consumer model
Performa 6410 180 MHz 1.6 GB Europe, Asia Regional variant of 6400/180
Performa 6420 200 MHz 2.4 GB Europe, Asia Regional variant of 6400/200

Hardware Overview

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  • Processor: PowerPC 603ev at 180 or 200 MHz with integrated FPU (soldered)
  • RAM: 8 MB soldered on-board plus two 168-pin DIMM slots (70 ns), 16 MB standard, expandable to 136 MB
  • Storage: 1.6 GB or 2.4 GB IDE hard drive, 8X CD-ROM, 1.44 MB floppy
  • Video: 1 MB system RAM dedicated to video
  • Audio: SRS 3D surround sound with integrated subwoofer
  • Expansion: 2× PCI slots, communications slot, video I/O slot, TV tuner slot

The logic board, codenamed "Alchemy", is shared with the Power Macintosh 5400 all-in-one and Performa 6360 desktop models.

General Maintenance

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For detailed maintenance practices including cleaning, PRAM battery management, and general upkeep, refer to the dedicated Macintosh Performa 6400 General Maintenance page.

Capacitor Replacement Guide

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Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines for the logic board can be found on the Macintosh Performa 6400 Capacitor Replacement Guide page.

Troubleshooting

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A comprehensive troubleshooting guide addressing power issues, startup problems, video issues, and other common problems is available on the Macintosh Performa 6400 Troubleshooting page.

Technical Details

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System Architecture at a Glance

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Sub-system Specification (Macintosh Performa 6400CD, 1996)
CPU PowerPC 603ev @ 180/200 MHz
Bus width 64-bit data path
ROM 4 MB
RAM 16 MB (expandable to 136 MB)
Video Up to 1024×768 @ 8-bit
Sound SRS 3D surround with subwoofer
Storage 1.6–2.4 GB IDE HDD, 8X CD-ROM
Ports ADB, Serial × 2, SCSI, Audio I/O

References

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  1. ↑ Apple Macintosh Performa 6400/180 Specs, EveryMac.com—link(accessed 2026-02-10)

See Also

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