Macintosh Performa 6230CD
The Macintosh Performa 6230CD is a PowerPC-based desktop computer introduced by Apple Computer on July 11, 1995.[1] It is a multimedia-focused variant of the Performa 6200CD with 16 MB RAM and a hardware MPEG decoder card for video playback.
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| Macintosh Performa 6230CD | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | Personal Computer |
| Released | July 11, 1995 |
| Discontinued | April 1, 1996 |
| CPU | PowerPC 603 @ 75 MHz |
| Memory | 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB) |
| Storage | 1.0 GB IDE hard drive, 4X CD-ROM |
| 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 |
| Weight | 19.0 lbs (8.6 kg) |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.5.1 – Mac OS 9.1 |
| Codename | Crusader |
| Model no. | M3076 |
Differences from Performa 6200CD
editThe Performa 6230CD differs from the Performa 6200CD in the following ways:
- Standard RAM: 16 MB (vs 8 MB)
- MPEG Decoder: Hardware MPEG decoder card pre-installed
- Bundled Monitor: Apple Multiple Scan 15"
Hardware MPEG Decoder
editThe Performa 6230CD includes a dedicated hardware MPEG decoder card enabling:
- Full-screen MPEG video playback without software decoding overhead
- Smooth playback of Video CD and MPEG-1 content
- Improved multimedia performance compared to software-only decoding
This was a significant feature at the time, as the PowerPC 603 processor lacked the performance for smooth software MPEG decoding.
Architecture and Processor
editThe Performa 6230CD uses a PowerPC 603 processor running at 75 MHz with integrated FPU.
Memory and Storage
editRAM Configuration
edit- RAM Type: 72-pin SIMM
- Standard RAM: 16 MB
- Maximum RAM: 64 MB
Storage Systems
edit- Hard Drive: 1.0 GB IDE internal drive
- Floppy Drive: 1.44 MB 3.5" manual-inject
- CD-ROM: 4X
Display and Graphics
edit- Standard Resolution: 640×480 at 16-bit color
- Extended Resolution: 800×600 or 832×624 at 8-bit color
General Maintenance
editFor detailed maintenance practices, refer to the dedicated Macintosh Performa 6200CD General Maintenance page.
Capacitor Replacement Guide
editDetailed capacitor replacement guidelines can be found on the Macintosh Performa 6200CD Capacitor Replacement Guide page.
Troubleshooting
editA comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available on the Macintosh Performa 6200CD Troubleshooting page.
See Also
edit- Macintosh Performa 6200CD — Base model
- Macintosh Performa 6220CD — TV/video input variant