Macintosh SE/30
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| Macintosh SE/30 | |
| Specifications | |
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| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | Personal Computer |
| Released | January 19, 1989 |
| Discontinued | October 21, 1991 |
| Intro price | US$4,369 |
| CPU | Motorola 68030 @ 16 MHz |
| Memory | 1 MB RAM (expandable to 128 MB) |
| Storage | 1.44 MB 3.5" floppy drive, Internal SCSI HDD |
| Display | 9" monochrome CRT (512×342 pixels) |
| Sound | Monaural 8-bit, 22 kHz (4-voice) |
| Dimensions | 13.6" H × 9.6" W × 10.9" D |
| Weight | 19.5 lbs (8.8 kg) |
| OS / Firmware | System 6.0.3 – System 7.5.5 |
| Predecessor | Macintosh SE |
| Successor | Macintosh Classic II |
| Codename | Green Jade, Fafnir |
| Model no. | M5119 |
Historical Background
The Macintosh SE/30 was introduced on January 19, 1989, as a powerful upgrade to the original Macintosh SE. It featured a significantly enhanced CPU, the Motorola 68030 running at 16 MHz, making it one of Apple's most powerful compact Macs. The SE/30 introduced support for up to 128 MB RAM, onboard expansion via the PDS slot, and included an internal 1.44 MB "SuperDrive" floppy disk drive and optional internal SCSI hard drive. The SE/30 was popular among power users and is still highly valued by vintage computer enthusiasts.
General Maintenance
For detailed maintenance practices including cleaning, PRAM battery management, connector corrosion prevention, and voltage adjustments, refer to the dedicated Macintosh SE/30 General Maintenance page.
PCB Schematics & Service Manual
The Macintosh SE/30 consists of two main printed circuit boards: the Logic Board and Analog Board. Below are detailed schematics and the official Apple service manual for the Macintosh SE/30.
Apple Service Manual
Logic Board & Analog Board Schematics
| Logic Board | Analog Board |
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Capacitor Replacement Guide
Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines for both the analog and logic boards can be found on the Macintosh SE/30 Capacitor Replacement Guide page.
Retrobrite
Instructions on addressing case yellowing through Retrobrite treatment can be found on the Retrobrite page.
Troubleshooting
A comprehensive troubleshooting guide addressing common issues such as no power, chime but no video, intermittent operation, Sad Mac errors, floppy drive problems, and SCSI hard drive maintenance is available on the Macintosh SE/30 Troubleshooting page.