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D012 · Apple Heritage Museum · Lugano
Macintosh Portable
1989 · Mac era Classic Macintosh
Introduced
1989
Original price
$ 6500
Processor
Motorola 68HC000
Original OS
System 6.0.4
Max OS
Mac OS 7.5.5
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Mac era
iMac era
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Silicon
Processor
ProcessorMotorola 68HC000
Speed16 MHz
Architecture24-bit addressing
CacheROM: 256 KB
Memory & graphics
Standard RAM1 MB
Max RAM9 MB (SRAM)
RAM typeStatic RAM (SRAM)
Display9.8" monochrome active-matrix LCD (non-backlit), 1-bit
Resolutions640 x 400 (77 ppi)
Video outExternal monitor port (HDI-15)
Storage
Storage40 MB 3.5" SCSI hard drive (Conner); 1.44 MB floppy drive
InterfaceSCSI
Connectivity
Audio out1/8" (3.5mm) headphone jack
ModemOptional internal 9600 baud modem
SCSIExternal SCSI port (DB-25)
ADB1 ADB port (keyboard and mouse)
Serial2 DIN-8 RS-422 serial ports
Software
Original OSSystem 6.0.4
Max OSMac OS 7.5.5
KeyboardBuilt-in keyboard with trackball (numeric keypad on some units)
Power
Weight16 lbs (15.8 lbs)
Dimensions9.8" display, 640 x 400 resolution
BatterySealed lead-acid battery
Battery life6 to 12 hours
Expansion slotsPDS slot (Processor Direct Slot)