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{{Infobox computer | |||
| name = Power Macintosh 5260 | |||
| image = [[File:Macintosh_Performa_5260.jpg]] | |||
| caption = Power Macintosh 5260 | |||
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc. | |||
| type = All-in-one Personal Computer | |||
| release_date = March 10, 1996 | |||
| discontinued = December 1, 1996 | |||
| cpu = PowerPC 603e @ 100 MHz | |||
| memory = 8 MB or 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB) | |||
| storage = 800 MB IDE hard drive | |||
| display = 14" shadow mask CRT (640×480 pixels) | |||
| os = System 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1 | |||
| predecessor = [[Power Macintosh 5200]] | |||
| successor = [[Power Macintosh 5400]] | |||
| model = M3457 | |||
}} | |||
The '''Power Macintosh 5260''' is an all-in-one Macintosh computer released on March 10, 1996.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/powermac/specs/powermac_5260_100.html |title=Power Macintosh 5260/100 Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It features a PowerPC 603e processor running at 100 MHz with 8 MB or 16 MB of RAM. | |||
This model was sold only to the educational market in North America, in addition to the consumer market in Asia and Australia. The consumer version, the [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD|Performa 5260CD]], was sold worldwide. | |||
== Hardware Overview == | |||
=== Processor and Memory === | |||
The Power Macintosh 5260 uses a PowerPC 603e processor at 100 MHz with a 40 MHz system bus. It has a 32-bit processor with a 64-bit data path. The system includes 32K of L1 cache and supports optional 256K 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 an 800 MB IDE hard drive and a 4X CD-ROM drive. A 1.44 MB floppy drive is standard. | |||
=== Display === | |||
The built-in 14" shadow mask CRT displays 640×480 at 16-bit color. | |||
=== Expansion === | |||
The system has one LC PDS slot, plus Comm, TV, and video input/output expansion slots. | |||
== General Maintenance == | |||
For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD General Maintenance|General Maintenance]] page (shared hardware with Performa 5260CD). | |||
== Troubleshooting == | |||
For troubleshooting information, see the [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD Troubleshooting|Troubleshooting]] page. | |||
== Capacitor Replacement Guide == | |||
For capacitor replacement guidelines, see the [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD Capacitor Replacement Guide|Capacitor Replacement Guide]]. | |||
== See Also == | |||
* [[Macintosh Performa 5260CD]] | |||
* [[Power Macintosh 5200]] | |||
* [[Power Macintosh 5400]] | |||
== References == | |||
<references /> | |||
{{Navbox-AppleVintage}} | |||
[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]] | |||
Revision as of 13:42, 10 February 2026
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| Power Macintosh 5260 | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | All-in-one Personal Computer |
| Released | March 10, 1996 |
| Discontinued | December 1, 1996 |
| CPU | PowerPC 603e @ 100 MHz |
| Memory | 8 MB or 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB) |
| Storage | 800 MB IDE hard drive |
| Display | 14" shadow mask CRT (640×480 pixels) |
| Sound | — |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1 |
| Predecessor | Power Macintosh 5200 |
| Successor | Power Macintosh 5400 |
| Model no. | M3457 |
The Power Macintosh 5260 is an all-in-one Macintosh computer released on March 10, 1996.[1] It features a PowerPC 603e processor running at 100 MHz with 8 MB or 16 MB of RAM.
This model was sold only to the educational market in North America, in addition to the consumer market in Asia and Australia. The consumer version, the Performa 5260CD, was sold worldwide.
Hardware Overview
Processor and Memory
The Power Macintosh 5260 uses a PowerPC 603e processor at 100 MHz with a 40 MHz system bus. It has a 32-bit processor with a 64-bit data path. The system includes 32K of L1 cache and supports optional 256K 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 an 800 MB IDE hard drive and a 4X CD-ROM drive. A 1.44 MB floppy drive is standard.
Display
The built-in 14" shadow mask CRT displays 640×480 at 16-bit color.
Expansion
The system has one LC PDS slot, plus Comm, TV, and video input/output expansion slots.
General Maintenance
For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the General Maintenance page (shared hardware with Performa 5260CD).
Troubleshooting
For troubleshooting information, see the Troubleshooting page.
Capacitor Replacement Guide
For capacitor replacement guidelines, see the Capacitor Replacement Guide.
See Also
References