Macintosh Performa 5420CD
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| Macintosh Performa 5420CD | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | All-in-one Personal Computer |
| Released | April 22, 1996 |
| Discontinued | February 1, 1997 |
| CPU | PowerPC 603e @ 120 MHz |
| Memory | 16 MB RAM (expandable to 136 MB) |
| Storage | 1.6 GB IDE hard drive, 4X CD-ROM |
| Display | 15" shadow mask CRT (640×480 16-bit, 832×624 8-bit) |
| Sound | 16-bit stereo output, 16-bit mono input, SRS surround |
| Dimensions | 17.5" H × 15.1" W × 16.0" D (44.5 × 38.4 × 40.6 cm) |
| Weight | 47 lbs (21.3 kg) |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1 |
| Predecessor | Performa 5300 |
| Successor | Performa 5500 |
| Codename | Alchemy |
| Model no. | M3046 |
The Macintosh Performa 5420CD is an all-in-one personal computer manufactured by Apple Computer, Inc., introduced on April 22, 1996. It is a regional variant of the Performa 5400CD sold exclusively in Asia.
The Performa 5420CD is functionally identical to the Performa 5410CD, differing only in its region-specific software bundle and model designation. Both models share the same Alchemy logic board and 120 MHz PowerPC 603e processor.
Differences from Performa 5400CD
The Performa 5420CD differs from the Performa 5400CD in the following ways:
- Market: Asia only
- Software Bundle: Region-specific bundled software
All hardware specifications are identical to the Performa 5410CD.
Architecture and Processor
The Performa 5420CD uses a PowerPC 603e processor running at 120 MHz on a 40 MHz system bus. The 603e is a 32-bit processor with a 64-bit data path and integrated floating-point unit.
Cache Configuration
- L1 Cache: 32 KB (16 KB instruction, 16 KB data)
- L2 Cache: 256 KB (optional)
Memory and Storage
RAM Configuration
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| RAM Type | 168-pin DIMM |
| Minimum Speed | 70 ns |
| Motherboard RAM | 8 MB soldered |
| Standard RAM | 16 MB |
| Maximum RAM | 136 MB |
| RAM Slots | 2 |
Storage Systems
- Hard Drive: 1.6 GB IDE internal drive
- Floppy Drive: 1.44 MB 3.5" manual-eject
- CD-ROM: 4X
Display and Graphics
The built-in 15" shadow mask CRT supports:
- 640×480 at 16-bit color
- 800×600 at 16-bit color
- 832×624 at 8-bit color
General Maintenance
For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the dedicated Macintosh Performa 5400CD General Maintenance page.
Capacitor Replacement Guide
Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines can be found on the Macintosh Performa 5400CD Capacitor Replacement Guide page.
Troubleshooting
A comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available on the Macintosh Performa 5400CD Troubleshooting page.
See Also
- Macintosh Performa 5400CD — Base model
- Macintosh Performa 5410CD — Europe variant
- Macintosh Performa 5430 — 160 MHz variant