This page contains detailed technical specifications for the Power Macintosh 6100 series.
Model Configurations
Power Macintosh 6100 Model Configurations
| Model |
Order Number |
Processor |
Bus Speed |
L2 Cache |
RAM |
Hard Drive |
CD-ROM |
Price
|
| 6100/60 |
M2197LL/A |
60 MHz |
30 MHz |
Optional 256k |
8 MB |
160 MB |
None |
$1,820
|
| 6100/60 |
M1878LL/A |
60 MHz |
30 MHz |
Optional 256k |
8 MB |
160 MB |
2X |
$2,000
|
| 6100/60 |
M3078LL/A |
60 MHz |
30 MHz |
Optional 256k |
16 MB |
250 MB |
2X |
$2,350
|
| 6100/66 |
M3631LL/A |
66 MHz |
33 MHz |
256k |
8 MB |
350 MB |
None |
$1,750
|
| 6100/66 |
M3632LL/A |
66 MHz |
33 MHz |
256k |
8 MB |
350 MB |
2X |
$1,950
|
| 6100/66 (PC) |
M3972LL/A |
66 MHz |
33 MHz |
256k |
8 MB |
500 MB |
2X |
$2,150
|
Model Number: M1596 | Gestalt ID: 75 (6100/60), 100 (6100/66)
Processor Specifications
CPU Specifications
| Specification |
6100/60 |
6100/66
|
| Processor |
PowerPC 601 |
PowerPC 601
|
| Clock Speed |
60 MHz |
66 MHz
|
| Architecture |
32-bit RISC |
32-bit RISC
|
| Data Path |
64-bit |
64-bit
|
| FPU |
Integrated |
Integrated
|
| System Bus |
30 MHz |
33 MHz
|
| L1 Cache |
32 KB |
32 KB
|
| L2 Cache |
Optional 256 KB |
256 KB (standard)
|
Memory Specifications
RAM Specifications
| Specification |
Value
|
| RAM Type |
72-pin SIMM
|
| Minimum Speed |
80 ns
|
| RAM Slots |
2
|
| Onboard RAM |
8 MB
|
| Standard RAM |
8–16 MB (varies by model)
|
| Maximum RAM |
72 MB [1]
|
| SIMM rule |
Must be fitted as a pair of the same size and speed; non-composite SIMMs only[1]
|
Apple's figure of 72 MB assumes the SIMM sizes on sale at the time. Larger non-composite
72-pin SIMMs are often reported to work, but Apple publishes no figure above 72 MB and no
source has been found for a higher one, so none is given here.
ROM
ROM Specifications
| Specification |
Value
|
| ROM Type |
Macintosh ROM
|
| ROM Size |
4 MB
|
Video Specifications
Video Specifications
| Specification |
Value
|
| Video Type |
Built-in DRAM-based video on the logic board[1]
|
| Video RAM |
None fitted. Apple lists VRAM as "None" for every non-AV 6100 and 6150; the frame buffer is taken from main DRAM[1]
|
| VRAM Upgradeable |
No (the optional Power Macintosh AV Card carries its own 2 MB of VRAM)[1]
|
| Maximum Resolution (16-bit) |
640×480
|
| Maximum Resolution (8-bit) |
832×624
|
| Second Display |
Supported with NuBus video card (requires adapter)
|
Supported Display Modes
| Resolution |
Color Depth
|
| 512×384 |
16-bit (thousands)
|
| 640×480 |
16-bit (thousands)
|
| 832×624 |
8-bit (256 colors)
|
Storage Specifications
Storage Specifications
| Component |
Specification
|
| Hard Drive Interface |
SCSI
|
| Hard Drive Capacity |
160, 250, 350, or 500 MB (varies by model)
|
| Floppy Drive |
1.44 MB 3.5" (manual eject)
|
| CD-ROM |
2X (optional or standard depending on model)
|
Audio Specifications
Audio Specifications
| Specification |
Value
|
| Audio Output |
16-bit stereo out[1]
|
| Audio Input |
16-bit stereo in[1]
|
| Sample Rates |
48, 44.1, 24 and 22.05 kHz[1]
|
| Line Level |
1 V peak-to-peak in and out[1]
|
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
82 dB, with no audible discrete tones[1]
|
| Bandwidth |
20 Hz – 20 kHz (±2 dB) at a 44.1 kHz sample rate[1]
|
| THD+N |
Less than 0.05%, measured 20 Hz – 20 kHz with a 1 V RMS sine input[1]
|
Expansion and Ports
Expansion Slots
| Slot Type |
Quantity |
Notes
|
| 601 PDS |
1 |
Processor Direct Slot
|
| NuBus |
1 (via adapter) |
Requires M1402LL/A PDS-to-NuBus adapter
|
| Drive Bay |
1 |
Front-facing 5.25" (if no CD-ROM installed)
|
Ports
| Port |
Quantity |
Notes
|
| Serial |
2 |
RS-232/RS-422 LocalTalk/GeoPort ports on mini DIN-9 connectors, backward compatible with mini DIN-8[1]
|
| ADB |
1 |
Apple Desktop Bus. Maximum draw 500 mA; maximum of three devices in total[1]
|
| SCSI |
1 |
External DB-25 connector. Supports six external devices, or five when a CD-ROM drive is fitted[1]
|
| Video Out |
1 |
HDI-45 DRAM-based video port. An HDI-45 to DB-15 adapter was supplied in the box[1]
|
| Audio In |
1 |
Stereo 3.5mm jack
|
| Audio Out |
1 |
Stereo 3.5mm jack
|
| Ethernet |
1 |
AAUI-15
|
Physical Specifications
Physical Dimensions
| Specification |
Imperial |
Metric
|
| Height |
3.4 inches |
8.6 cm
|
| Width |
16.3 inches |
41.4 cm
|
| Depth |
15.6 inches |
39.6 cm
|
| Weight |
14.0 lbs |
6.4 kg
|
Power Specifications
Power Requirements
| Specification |
Value
|
| A/C line input voltage |
100–240 VAC, RMS single phase, automatically configured[1]
|
| Input line frequency |
50–60 Hz[1]
|
| Input power |
132 W maximum continuous, 201 W peak (not including monitor power)[1]
|
| Power supply DC output |
86 W continuous[1]
|
Apple publishes no per-rail voltages, no rail tolerances and no power-supply adjustment
procedure for this machine; the Service Source electrical specification stops at the four
figures above.[1] See Power Macintosh 6100 General Maintenance for what
can usefully be measured instead.
Operating System Support
Software Compatibility
| Specification |
Value
|
| Original OS |
System 7.1.2
|
| Maximum OS |
Mac OS 9.1
|
| Supported Range |
System 7.1.2–7.5.1, 7.5.3–9.1
|
| Note |
Mac OS 7.5.2 not supported
|
Timeline
Product Timeline
| Event |
Date
|
| 6100/60 Introduction |
March 14, 1994
|
| 6100/60 Discontinued |
January 3, 1995
|
| 6100/66 Introduction |
January 3, 1995
|
| 6100/66 Discontinued |
October 14, 1995
|
DOS Compatible Card Specifications
PC Compatibility Card (Optional)
| Specification |
Value
|
| Processor |
Intel 486DX2
|
| Clock Speed |
66 MHz
|
| Maximum RAM |
32 MB (dedicated)
|
| Interface |
NuBus
|
| Operating System |
MS-DOS, Windows 3.1
|
References
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