Macintosh Performa 6310CD
The Macintosh Performa 6310CD is a PowerPC-based desktop personal computer manufactured by Apple Computer, Inc. and released on February 14, 1996.[1] It is the European and Asian version of the Performa 6300CD, featuring identical specifications: a 100 MHz PowerPC 603e processor, 16 MB of RAM, a 1.2 GB IDE hard drive, and a 4X CD-ROM drive in a compact desktop case based on the Macintosh Quadra 630 form factor.
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| Macintosh Performa 6310CD | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | Personal Computer |
| Released | February 14, 1996 |
| Discontinued | October 1, 1996 |
| Intro price | n/a |
| CPU | PowerPC 603e @ 100 MHz |
| Memory | 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB) |
| Storage | 1.2 GB IDE hard drive, 4X CD-ROM |
| Display | DB-15 video output (640×480 16-bit, 800×600 8-bit) |
| Sound | Monophonic input, stereo output |
| Dimensions | 4.3" H × 12.6" W × 16.5" D (10.9 × 32 × 41.9 cm) |
| Weight | 19 lbs (8.6 kg) |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.5.1 – Mac OS 9.1 |
| Predecessor | Performa 6200CD |
| Successor | Performa 6360 |
| Model no. | M3076 |
The Performa 6310CD shares its logic board (Model M3076, Gestalt ID 42) with the Performa 6300CD and Performa 5300CD all-in-one system.
Hardware Overview
editThe Performa 6310CD is functionally identical to the Performa 6300CD:
- Processor: PowerPC 603e at 100 MHz with integrated FPU
- RAM: 16 MB standard via two 72-pin SIMM slots (80 ns), expandable to 64 MB
- Storage: 1.2 GB IDE hard drive, 4X CD-ROM, 1.44 MB floppy
- Video: 1 MB system RAM dedicated to video (640×480 16-bit, 800×600/832×624 8-bit)
- Expansion: LC PDS slot, communications slot, video I/O slot, TV tuner slot
Regional Differences
edit| Model | Region | Order Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performa 6300CD | North America | Various | Bundled with 15" monitor |
| Performa 6310CD | Europe, Asia, Japan | M4730J/A (Japan) | International version |
General Maintenance
editFor detailed maintenance practices including cleaning, PRAM battery management, connector corrosion prevention, and voltage adjustments, refer to the dedicated Macintosh Performa 6300CD General Maintenance page.
Capacitor Replacement Guide
editDetailed capacitor replacement guidelines for the logic board can be found on the Macintosh Performa 6300CD Capacitor Replacement Guide page.
Troubleshooting
editA comprehensive troubleshooting guide addressing no power, startup issues, video problems, and other common failures is available on the Macintosh Performa 6300CD Troubleshooting page.
Technical Details
editSystem Architecture at a Glance
edit| Sub-system | Specification (Macintosh Performa 6310CD, 1996) |
|---|---|
| CPU | PowerPC 603e @ 100 MHz |
| Bus width | 32-bit data (I/O) • 64-bit data (CPU) |
| ROM | 4 MB |
| RAM | 16 MB (expandable to 64 MB) |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB |
| Video | 640×480 16-bit, 800×600 8-bit |
| Sound | Mono input, stereo output |
| Disks | 1.2 GB IDE HDD, 1.44 MB floppy, 4X CD-ROM |
| Ports | ADB, SCSI, 2× Serial, Audio I/O, Video out |
Power Specifications
edit- Input: 100V-240V AC, 50-60 Hz
- Maximum power consumption: 55 Watts