Macintosh Performa 630CD
The Macintosh Performa 630CD is a consumer-oriented personal computer manufactured by Apple Computer and released on July 18, 1994.[1] It is a rebrand of the Macintosh LC 630 for the consumer retail market, featuring a 2× CD-ROM drive in addition to the base Performa 630 configuration.
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| Macintosh Performa 630CD | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | Personal Computer |
| Released | July 18, 1994 |
| Discontinued | July 1995 |
| Intro price | US$1,849 |
| CPU | Motorola 68LC040 @ 33 MHz |
| Memory | 4 MB RAM (expandable to 36 MB) |
| Storage | 250 MB IDE hard drive, 2× CD-ROM, 1.44 MB floppy drive |
| Display | Supports up to 832×624 at 8-bit color |
| Sound | Stereo 16-bit sound input/output |
| Dimensions | 4.3" H × 12.6" W × 16.5" D |
| Weight | 19 lbs (8.6 kg) |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.1.2P – Mac OS 8.1 |
| Predecessor | Performa 600CD |
| Successor | Performa 6200CD |
| Codename | Crusader |
| Model no. | M3076 |
The Performa 630CD was bundled with consumer software including ClarisWorks, At Ease, Quicken, and additional CD-ROM titles.
Architecture and Processor
editThe Performa 630CD uses a Motorola 68LC040 processor running at 33 MHz. The "LC" designation indicates the processor lacks an integrated floating-point unit (FPU). The system bus operates at 33 MHz, and the system includes 1 MB of ROM.
Memory and Storage
editRAM Configuration
editThe system ships with 4 MB of RAM soldered to the logic board. A single 72-pin SIMM socket allows expansion up to 36 MB total. 80 ns non-parity SIMMs are required.[2]
Storage Systems
edit- 250 MB IDE hard drive
- 2× Apple CD 300i plus CD-ROM drive (SCSI internally)
- 1.44 MB SuperDrive floppy
The IDE controller supports only the internal hard drive. The CD-ROM uses internal SCSI, with an external SCSI port available for additional devices.
Display and Graphics
editThe system includes 1 MB of dedicated DRAM for video. Supported resolutions:
- 512×384, 640×480: 16-bit color
- 800×600, 832×624: 8-bit color
Input/Output and Expansion
edit- 2× ADB ports
- 2× Serial ports (DIN-8)
- 1× External SCSI (DB-25)
- 1× DA-15 video output
- 1× Headphone jack (front panel)
- 1× LC PDS slot
- 1× Comm slot
- 1× Video slot
- 1× TV tuner slot
General Maintenance
editFor detailed maintenance procedures, refer to the Macintosh LC 630 General Maintenance page.
Capacitor Replacement Guide
editCapacitor replacement information is available on the Macintosh LC 630 Capacitor Replacement Guide page.
Troubleshooting
editSee the Macintosh LC 630 Troubleshooting page for common issues and solutions.
Service Documentation
editThe official Apple Service Source documentation for this model: