Macintosh Quadra 605
The Macintosh Quadra 605 is a 68040-based desktop "pizza-box" computer that was released in October 1993. It is essentially the same computer as the LC 475.
Specifications
According to everymac.com.
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | October 1993 |
| Discontinuation Date | October 1994 |
| Processor | Motorola 68LC040 @25MHz |
| RAM | 1x 72-pin SIMM Slots - 4 or 8MB Standard - 132MB Maximum |
| Hard Disk | 3.5" SCSI - 80 or 160MB Standard |
| Graphics | 512K or 1MB VRAM |
| Audio | Internal Speaker |
| Internal Drives | - Manual inject 3.5" 1.44MB Floppy Drive |
| Expansion | - 1x LC III PDS |
| Networking | None |
| Other I/O | - 1x ADB - 2x Serial - 1x DB25 SCSI - 1x DB15 Video Out - 1x Line Out - 1x Mic In |
| PRAM Battery | 1/2AA Lithium |
| Original Mac OS | System 7.1 |
| Maximum Mac OS | Mac OS 8.1 |
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 605 is very prone to leaking and should be removed.
Capacitors
The 605's logic board uses electrolytic capacitors that often fail and leak. I would highly, highly recommend replacing them. The power supply also often needs recapping.
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