Macintosh Performa 6320CD
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| Macintosh Performa 6320CD | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | Personal Computer |
| Released | April 22, 1996 |
| Discontinued | October 1, 1996 |
| Intro price | n/a |
| CPU | PowerPC 603e @ 120 MHz |
| Memory | 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB) |
| Storage | 1.2 GB IDE hard drive, 4X CD-ROM |
| Display | DB-15 video output (640×480 16-bit, 800×600 8-bit) |
| Sound | Monophonic input, stereo output |
| Dimensions | 4.3" H × 12.6" W × 16.5" D (10.9 × 32 × 41.9 cm) |
| Weight | 19 lbs (8.6 kg) |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.5.1 – Mac OS 9.1 |
| Predecessor | Performa 6300CD |
| Successor | Performa 6360 |
| Model no. | M3076 |
The Macintosh Performa 6320CD is a PowerPC-based desktop personal computer manufactured by Apple Computer, Inc. and released on April 22, 1996.[1] It is an upgraded version of the Performa 6300CD, featuring a faster 120 MHz PowerPC 603e processor and a bundled TV/Video input card.
The Performa 6320CD shares its logic board (Model M3076, Gestalt ID 42) with the Performa 6300CD and Performa 5300CD all-in-one system.
Hardware Overview
[edit | edit source]The Performa 6320CD differs from the base 6300CD in processor speed and included video capabilities:
- Processor: PowerPC 603e at 120 MHz with integrated FPU
- RAM: 16 MB standard via two 72-pin SIMM slots (80 ns), expandable to 64 MB
- Storage: 1.2 GB IDE hard drive, 4X CD-ROM, 1.44 MB floppy
- Video: 1 MB system RAM dedicated to video (640×480 16-bit, 800×600/832×624 8-bit)
- Expansion: LC PDS slot, communications slot, video I/O slot, TV tuner slot
Differences from Performa 6300CD
[edit | edit source]| Feature | Performa 6300CD | Performa 6320CD |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | 100 MHz 603e | 120 MHz 603e |
| TV/Video Card | Not included | Bundled |
| Monitor | 15" bundled | 15" bundled |
General Maintenance
[edit | edit source]For detailed maintenance practices including cleaning, PRAM battery management, connector corrosion prevention, and voltage adjustments, refer to the dedicated Macintosh Performa 6300CD General Maintenance page.
Capacitor Replacement Guide
[edit | edit source]Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines for the logic board can be found on the Macintosh Performa 6300CD Capacitor Replacement Guide page.
Troubleshooting
[edit | edit source]A comprehensive troubleshooting guide addressing no power, startup issues, video problems, and other common failures is available on the Macintosh Performa 6300CD Troubleshooting page.
Technical Details
[edit | edit source]System Architecture at a Glance
[edit | edit source]| Sub-system | Specification (Macintosh Performa 6320CD, 1996) |
|---|---|
| CPU | PowerPC 603e @ 120 MHz |
| Bus width | 32-bit data (I/O) • 64-bit data (CPU) |
| ROM | 4 MB |
| RAM | 16 MB (expandable to 64 MB) |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB |
| Video | 640×480 16-bit, 800×600 8-bit |
| Video Input | TV/Video card (bundled) |
| Sound | Mono input, stereo output |
| Disks | 1.2 GB IDE HDD, 1.44 MB floppy, 4X CD-ROM |
| Ports | ADB, SCSI, 2× Serial, Audio I/O, Video out |
Power Specifications
[edit | edit source]- Input: 100V-240V AC, 50-60 Hz
- Maximum power consumption: 55 Watts
