Macintosh Color Classic II
The Macintosh Color Classic II is a 68030-based all-in-one desktop computer that was released in October 1993. This model used the same logic board as the Macintosh LC 520, and was not sold in the United States.
Specifications
According to everymac.com.
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | October 1993 |
| Discontinuation Date | May 1994 |
| Processor | Motorola 68L030 @33MHz - Optional coprocessor |
| RAM | 1x 72-pin SIMM Slot - 4 or 8MB Standard - 36MB Maximum |
| Hard Disk | 3.5" SCSI - 80 or 160MB Standard |
| Display | 10-inch Color Trinitron CRT @512x384 |
| Graphics | 256 or 512K VRAM |
| Audio | Internal Speaker |
| Internal Drives | - Auto inject 3.5" 1.44MB Floppy Drive |
| Expansion | 1x LC PDS |
| Networking | None |
| Other I/O | - 2x ADB - 2x Serial - 1x DB25 SCSI - 1x Line Out - 1x Mic In |
| PRAM Battery | 1/2AA Lithium |
| Original Mac OS | System 7.1 |
| Maximum Mac OS | Mac OS 7.6.1 |
Upgrades
SSD Upgrade
Check our page on SCSI SSD replacements for more info.
Resources
 Service Manual |
Capacitor Reference |
|---|
Common Faults & Maintenance
PRAM Battery Leaks
The Lithium PRAM battery in the Color Classic II is very prone to leaking and should be removed.
Capacitors
The Color Classic II's logic board uses electrolytic capacitors that always fail and leak. They must be replaced for reliable operation. The analog board also usually needs the same done.
Page last updated (MM/DD/YYYY): 09/26/2024
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