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Macintosh Performa 400

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Macintosh Performa 400
Macintosh Performa 400
Specifications
ManufacturerApple Computer, Inc.
TypePersonal Computer
ReleasedSeptember 14, 1992
DiscontinuedOctober 18, 1993
Intro priceUS$1,180
CPUMotorola 68030 @ 16 MHz
Memory4 MB RAM (expandable to 10 MB)
Storage80 MB SCSI hard drive, 1.44 MB floppy
Display512x384 (16-bit), 640x480 (8-bit)
Sound8-bit mono
Dimensions2.9" H x 12.2" W x 15.3" D
Weight8.8 lbs (4 kg)
OS / FirmwareSystem 7.0P - 7.6.1
SuccessorPerforma 450
Model no.M1700

The Macintosh Performa 400 is a consumer-oriented personal computer introduced by Apple Computer on September 14, 1992.[1] It is a rebrand of the LC II for the consumer market, featuring identical hardware in the compact "pizza box" LC enclosure.

The Performa 400 uses a Motorola 68030 processor running at 16 MHz with a 16-bit data path. It shipped with 4 MB of RAM (expandable to 10 MB using 30-pin SIMMs), 512 KB of VRAM, and an 80 MB SCSI hard drive.

Specifications

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Component Specification
CPU Motorola 68030 @ 16 MHz (16-bit data path)
FPU None
System Bus 16 MHz
ROM 512 KB
RAM 4 MB onboard (expandable to 10 MB via 30-pin SIMMs)
VRAM 512 KB (single VRAM SIMM slot)
Storage 80 MB SCSI hard drive, 1.44 MB floppy
Expansion 1x LC PDS slot
Ports ADB, SCSI, 2x Serial (Modem/Printer), Audio out
Display 512x384 @ 16-bit, 640x480 @ 8-bit
Power 90V-240V AC, 50 W max

Relationship to LC II

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The Performa 400 is identical to the LC II internally. The Performa line was marketed to home consumers through retail channels, while the LC II was sold to educational institutions. The Performa models shipped with bundled software including At Ease, ClarisWorks, and various educational or entertainment titles.

General Maintenance

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For detailed maintenance procedures including cleaning, PRAM battery management, and connector maintenance, refer to the Macintosh LC II General Maintenance page.

Troubleshooting

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A troubleshooting guide addressing common issues is available on the Macintosh LC II Troubleshooting page.

Capacitor Replacement Guide

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Capacitor replacement information for the logic board can be found on the Macintosh LC II Capacitor Replacement Guide page.

Service Documentation

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The official Apple Service Source documentation for this model:

See Also

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References

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  1. Macintosh Performa 400 Specs, EveryMac.com—link(accessed 2026-02-10)