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{{Infobox computer | |||
| name = Power Macintosh 6300 | |||
| image = [[File:Macintosh_Performa_6300.jpg]] | |||
| caption = Power Macintosh 6300 | |||
| manufacturer = Apple Computer, Inc. | |||
| type = Personal Computer | |||
| release_date = June 27, 1996 | |||
| discontinued = July 1, 1997 | |||
| cpu = PowerPC 603e @ 100/120 MHz | |||
| memory = 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB) | |||
| storage = 1.2 GB IDE hard drive | |||
| display = External (640×480 at 16-bit) | |||
| os = System 7.5.1, 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1 | |||
| predecessor = [[Power Macintosh 6200]] | |||
| successor = [[Power Macintosh 6400]] | |||
| model = M3076 | |||
}} | |||
The '''Power Macintosh 6300''' is a desktop Macintosh computer released on June 27, 1996.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://everymac.com/systems/apple/powermac/specs/powermac_6300_120.html |title=Power Macintosh 6300/120 Specs |publisher=EveryMac.com |access-date=2026-02-10}}</ref> It features a PowerPC 603e processor available at 100 MHz or 120 MHz with a 40 MHz system bus. | |||
This model was sold only in Asia. The consumer version, the [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD|Performa 6300CD]], was sold worldwide with the addition of a TV/video system. | |||
== Hardware Overview == | |||
=== Processor and Memory === | |||
The Power Macintosh 6300 uses a PowerPC 603e processor at 100 or 120 MHz with a 32-bit processor and 64-bit data path. It has 32K of L1 cache and 256K of 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 a 1.2 GB IDE hard drive and a 4X CD-ROM drive. A 1.44 MB floppy drive is standard. | |||
=== Display === | |||
The system supports a single external display at 640×480 at 16-bit or 800×600/832×624 at 8-bit. A second display can be added with an expansion video card. | |||
=== Expansion === | |||
The system has one LC PDS slot, plus Comm, TV, and video input/output expansion slots. | |||
=== Case Design === | |||
The 6300 uses the Macintosh Quadra 630 case form factor. | |||
== General Maintenance == | |||
For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD General Maintenance|General Maintenance]] page (shared hardware with Performa 6300CD). | |||
== Troubleshooting == | |||
For troubleshooting information, see the [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD Troubleshooting|Troubleshooting]] page. | |||
== Capacitor Replacement Guide == | |||
For capacitor replacement guidelines, see the [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD Capacitor Replacement Guide|Capacitor Replacement Guide]]. | |||
== See Also == | |||
* [[Macintosh Performa 6300CD]] | |||
* [[Power Macintosh 6200]] | |||
* [[Power Macintosh 6400]] | |||
== References == | |||
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[[Category:Apple Vintage Computers]] | |||