Macintosh Performa 6118CD
The Macintosh Performa 6118CD is a consumer-oriented personal computer released on November 1, 1994.[1] It is the most fully-featured variant of the Performa 6100 series, combining a 500 MB hard drive with both Software Bundle #1 and #2.
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| Macintosh Performa 6118CD | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | Personal Computer |
| Released | November 1, 1994 |
| Discontinued | July 1, 1995 |
| CPU | PowerPC 601 @ 60 MHz |
| Memory | 8 MB RAM (expandable to 72 MB) |
| Storage | 500 MB SCSI HDD, 2x CD-ROM |
| Display | Apple Multiple Scan 15 Display (bundled) |
| Sound | Stereo 16-bit input/output, mono speaker |
| Dimensions | 3.4" H × 16.3" W × 15.6" D |
| Weight | 14 lbs (6.4 kg) |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.5 – Mac OS 9.1 |
| Predecessor | Performa 475 |
| Successor | Performa 6200CD |
| Codename | Piltdown Man |
| Model no. | M1596 |
Differences from Performa 6110CD
editThe Performa 6118CD differs from the Performa 6110CD in the following ways:
- Hard Drive: 500 MB (vs 250 MB)
- Software: Both Bundle #1 and Bundle #2 included
Software Bundle #1
editClarisWorks, clip art collections, Now Up-To-Date, Now Contact
Software Bundle #2
editMicrosoft Works, Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, Kid Works, Thinkin' Things, The Writing Center, Fractal Dabbler, Spaceway 2000, San Diego Zoo Presents... the Animals!, Wacky Jacks CD Gameshow
All models also shipped with 3D World Atlas and children's software on CD-ROM.
Architecture and Processor
editThe Performa 6118CD uses the PowerPC 601 processor running at 60 MHz on a 30 MHz system bus.
Cache Configuration
edit- L1 Cache: 32 KB (16 KB data + 16 KB instruction)
- L2 Cache: Optional 256 KB
Memory and Storage
editRAM Configuration
edit| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| RAM Type | 72-pin FPM or EDO SIMMs |
| Minimum Speed | 80 ns |
| Motherboard RAM | 8 MB soldered |
| Maximum RAM | 72 MB |
| RAM Slots | 2 (matched pairs) |
Storage Systems
edit- Hard Drive: 500 MB internal SCSI
- Optical: 2x CD-ROM (Apple 300i)
- Floppy: 1.44 MB SuperDrive
Display and Graphics
edit- Standard Resolution: 640×480 at 16-bit color
- Maximum Resolution: 832×624 at 8-bit color
- VRAM: 640 KB
General Maintenance
editFor detailed maintenance practices, refer to the dedicated Macintosh Performa 6110CD General Maintenance page.
Capacitor Replacement Guide
editDetailed capacitor replacement guidelines can be found on the Macintosh Performa 6110CD Capacitor Replacement Guide page.
Troubleshooting
editA comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available on the Macintosh Performa 6110CD Troubleshooting page.
See Also
edit- Macintosh Performa 6110CD — 250 MB HDD, Bundle #1
- Macintosh Performa 6112CD — 250 MB HDD, Bundle #2
- Macintosh Performa 6117CD — 700 MB HDD