Macintosh Performa 6200CD
The Macintosh Performa 6200CD is a PowerPC-based desktop computer introduced by Apple Computer on July 11, 1995.[1] It was the consumer-oriented replacement for the Quadra 630, sharing the same desktop case design. The business version, sold only in Asia, was marketed as the Power Macintosh 6200/75.[2]
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| Macintosh Performa 6200CD | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | Personal Computer |
| Released | July 11, 1995 |
| Discontinued | April 1, 1996 |
| Intro price | US$2,300 |
| CPU | PowerPC 603 @ 75 MHz |
| Memory | 8 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB) |
| Storage | 1.0 GB IDE hard drive, 4X CD-ROM, 1.44 MB floppy |
| Display | 640×480 @ 16-bit, 800×600 or 832×624 @ 8-bit |
| Sound | Stereo 16-bit, 22 kHz |
| Dimensions | 4.3" H × 12.6" W × 16.5" D (10.9 × 32 × 41.9 cm) |
| Weight | 19.0 lbs (8.6 kg) |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.5.1 – Mac OS 9.1 |
| Predecessor | Quadra 630 |
| Successor | Performa 6360 |
| Codename | Crusader |
| Model no. | M3076 |
The 6200CD was sold with an Apple Multiple Scan 15" display and an external 14.4k Global Village modem. Several variants were released with different configurations, all sharing the same logic board.
Model Variants
editThe Performa 6200 series encompasses multiple configurations based on the same logic board:
| Model | CPU | RAM | HDD | Modem | Monitor | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performa 6200CD | 603 @ 75 MHz | 8 MB | 1.0 GB | 14.4k | 15" | Base model |
| Performa 6205CD | 603 @ 75 MHz | 8 MB | 1.0 GB | 28.8k | 15" | Upgraded modem |
| Performa 6210CD | 603 @ 75 MHz | 8 MB | 1.0 GB | 28.8k | 15" | Different software bundle |
| Performa 6214CD | 603 @ 75 MHz | 8 MB | 1.0 GB | 14.4k | 15" | Different software bundle |
| Performa 6216CD | 603 @ 75 MHz | 8 MB | 1.0 GB | 14.4k | None | No bundled monitor |
| Performa 6218CD | 603 @ 75 MHz | 16 MB | 1.0 GB | 14.4k | 15" | More RAM |
| Performa 6220CD | 603 @ 75 MHz | 16 MB | 1.0 GB | 14.4k | None | TV/video card included |
| Performa 6230CD | 603 @ 75 MHz | 16 MB | 1.0 GB | 14.4k | 15" | Hardware MPEG decoder |
| Performa 6260CD | 603e @ 100 MHz | 8 MB | 800 MB | None | 14" | Europe/Asia only |
| Performa 6290CD | 603e @ 100 MHz | 8 MB | 1.2 GB | None | None | North America only |
Architecture and Processor
editThe Performa 6200CD uses a PowerPC 603 processor running at 75 MHz with integrated FPU. The processor is a 32-bit design with a 64-bit data path.[3]
The internal bus architecture consists of three buses:
- A 64-bit 75 MHz bus connecting the CPU, 256 KB L2 cache, and 4 MB ROM
- A 32-bit 37.5 MHz bus connecting memory, video, and I/O controllers via the Capella bridge chip
- A 32-bit 16 MHz I/O bus managed by the PrimeTime II controller
The 6260CD and 6290CD variants use a PowerPC 603e processor at 100 MHz, with the system bus speed increased to 40 MHz.
Memory and Storage
editRAM Configuration
editThe 6200CD shipped with 8 MB of RAM in two 72-pin SIMM slots, expandable to 64 MB using 80ns or faster SIMMs. The system dedicates 1 MB of main RAM to video memory, leaving 7 MB available for applications in the base configuration.
Storage Systems
editStandard storage includes a 1.0 GB IDE hard drive, a 4X CD-ROM drive, and a 1.44 MB 3.5" floppy drive with manual insert mechanism. The system does not support internal SCSI hard drives.
Display and Graphics
editVideo is handled by an integrated controller using 1 MB of system RAM as VRAM. Display resolutions supported:
- 640×480 at 16-bit color
- 800×600 at 8-bit color
- 832×624 at 8-bit color
A second display can be added via an LC PDS video card.
Input/Output and Expansion
editPort Configuration
edit- 2× RS-232/422 serial ports (printer and modem)
- 1× External SCSI port (DB-25)
- 1× ADB port
- 1× Monophonic sound input
- 1× Stereo headphone output
- 1× DB-15 video output
The modem port was originally covered by a plastic seal on units shipped with an internal modem. If the seal is removed and the internal modem extracted, the external port becomes usable.
Expansion Slots
edit- 1× LC PDS slot
- 1× Comm slot (112-pin, for internal modem)
- 1× Video I/O slot
- 1× TV tuner slot
General Maintenance
editFor detailed maintenance practices including cleaning, PRAM battery management, connector corrosion prevention, and general upkeep, refer to the dedicated Macintosh Performa 6200CD General Maintenance page.
Capacitor Replacement Guide
editDetailed capacitor replacement guidelines for the logic board can be found on the Macintosh Performa 6200CD Capacitor Replacement Guide page.
Troubleshooting
editA comprehensive troubleshooting guide addressing common issues is available on the Macintosh Performa 6200CD Troubleshooting page.
Technical Details
editSystem Architecture at a Glance
edit| Sub-system | Specification (Macintosh Performa 6200CD, 1995) |
|---|---|
| CPU | PowerPC 603 @ 75 MHz (603e @ 100 MHz on 6260/6290) |
| Bus width | 64-bit data • 32-bit address |
| System Bus | 37.5 MHz (40 MHz on 6260/6290) |
| ROM | 4 MB |
| L1 Cache | 16 KB (32 KB on 603e models) |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB |
| RAM | 8 MB (expandable to 64 MB) |
| Video | 640×480 @ 16-bit (1 MB VRAM from system RAM) |
| Sound | 16-bit stereo output, mono input |
| Storage | 1.0 GB IDE, 4X CD-ROM, 1.44 MB floppy |
| Expansion | LC PDS, Comm, Video I/O, TV slots |
| Ports | Serial ×2, SCSI, ADB, Audio I/O, Video out |
Identification
edit| Identifier | Value |
|---|---|
| Apple Model Number | M3076 |
| Apple Order Number | M4100LL/A |
| Gestalt ID | 42 |
| Codename | Crusader |
References
editSee Also
edit- Performa 5200CD — All-in-one variant with integrated CRT
- Quadra 630 — Predecessor with same case design
- Performa 6360 — Successor with PCI architecture