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Macintosh Classic II
The Macintosh Classic II computer is a low-cost, compact Macintosh computer that provides approximately 2.5 times the performance of a Macintosh Classic.
General Information
CPU
Motorola 68030 processor at 16MHz.
Memory
2 MB soldered to main logic board; 2 SIMM (Single In-line Memory Module) sockets for expansion to 10 MB.
Video
The Macintosh Classic II is designed to support a 512 x 342 x 1-bit built-in monochrome display. It does not include support for any type of external monitor. All video timing is generated by the EAGLE gate array. Memory is shared by the MC68030 processor and the video controller located in the EAGLE chip.
Expansion
A 50-pin connector on the main logic board accommodates a card with an MC68882 FPU (floating-point unit) coprocessor or (optional) additional ROM. The Macintosh Classic II computer does not include a PDS (processor-direct slot) connector.
Examples of available expansion options:
Notes
- The Macintosh Classic II computer will ship with system software version 7.0.1.
Documentation
See Also
External Resources
- http://www.ccadams.org/se/classicmac2.pdf - Classic Mac Repair Notes