Macintosh Performa 5280CD
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| Macintosh Performa 5280CD | |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer, Inc. |
| Type | All-in-one Personal Computer |
| Released | November 12, 1996 |
| Discontinued | June 1, 1997 |
| CPU | PowerPC 603e @ 120 MHz |
| Memory | 8 MB or 16 MB RAM (expandable to 64 MB) |
| Storage | 1.2 GB IDE hard drive, 8X CD-ROM |
| Display | 14" Shadow Mask CRT (640×480 at 16-bit color) |
| Sound | 16-bit mono sound input |
| Dimensions | 17.5" H × 15.1" W × 16.0" D (44.5 × 38.4 × 40.6 cm) |
| Weight | 45 lbs (20.4 kg) |
| OS / Firmware | System 7.5.3 – Mac OS 9.1 |
| Predecessor | Performa 5260CD |
| Successor | Performa 5400CD |
| Model no. | M5182J/A |
The Macintosh Performa 5280CD is an all-in-one personal computer manufactured by Apple Computer, Inc., introduced on November 12, 1996.[1] It is functionally identical to the Performa 5280, with both names referring to the same 120 MHz variant of the 5260 series sold in Japan.
The Performa 5280/5280CD features a 120 MHz PowerPC 603e processor with an 8X CD-ROM drive, positioned as an upgraded model compared to the base Performa 5260CD.
Differences from Performa 5260CD
[edit | edit source]The Performa 5280CD differs from the base Performa 5260CD in the following ways:
- CPU Speed: 120 MHz (vs 100 MHz)
- CD-ROM: 8X (vs 4X)
- Market: Sold exclusively in Japan
- Introduction: November 1996 (vs April 1996)
Architecture and Processor
[edit | edit source]The Performa 5280CD uses the PowerPC 603e processor running at 120 MHz with a 40 MHz system bus. The 603e is a 32-bit processor with a 64-bit data path and includes an integrated floating-point unit.
Cache Configuration
[edit | edit source]- L1 Cache: 32 KB (16 KB instruction + 16 KB data)
- L2 Cache: 256 KB (optional expansion slot)
Memory and Storage
[edit | edit source]RAM Configuration
[edit | edit source]| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| RAM Type | 72-pin SIMM |
| Minimum Speed | 80 ns |
| Standard RAM | 8 MB or 16 MB |
| Maximum RAM | 64 MB |
| RAM Slots | 2 |
Storage Systems
[edit | edit source]- Hard Drive: 1.2 GB IDE internal drive
- Floppy Drive: 1.44 MB 3.5" manual-inject
- CD-ROM: 8X
Display and Graphics
[edit | edit source]The Performa 5280CD features a built-in 14" Shadow Mask RGB CRT display running at 640×480 resolution with 16-bit color. Video memory consists of 1 MB dedicated from system RAM.
General Maintenance
[edit | edit source]For detailed maintenance practices, refer to the dedicated Macintosh Performa 5260CD General Maintenance page.
Capacitor Replacement Guide
[edit | edit source]Detailed capacitor replacement guidelines can be found on the Macintosh Performa 5260CD Capacitor Replacement Guide page.
Troubleshooting
[edit | edit source]A comprehensive troubleshooting guide is available on the Macintosh Performa 5260CD Troubleshooting page.
See Also
[edit | edit source]- Macintosh Performa 5260CD — Base model (100 MHz)
- Macintosh Performa 5280 — Same model, alternate naming
- Macintosh Performa 5270CD — 100 MHz variant (Asia/Europe)