New Acquisition: Apple Macintosh Performa 200

Make	Model	Serial Number
Apple Computer	Macintosh Performa 200

Overview

• Manufacturer: Apple Computer.
• Production Years: September 1992 – October 1993.
• Historical Significance: The Performa 200 was a rebranded Macintosh Classic II, aimed at the consumer market with bundled software and simplified setup. It was one of the first models in Apple’s Performa line and marked a shift toward home computing accessibility.
• Architecture: Based on the Motorola 68030 processor, the Performa 200 featured a compact all-in-one design with a 9-inch monochrome display and a cost-reduced 16-bit data bus.

Specification

• Processor: Motorola 68030 @ 16 MHz.
• Memory: 2MB RAM standard, expandable to 10MB via 30-pin SIMMs.
• Storage: 40MB or 80MB SCSI hard drive; 1.44MB 3.5-inch floppy drive.
• Display: 9-inch monochrome CRT, 512×342 resolution.
• Audio: Monaural 8-bit sound via internal speaker.
• Connectivity:
  • ADB for keyboard and mouse.
  • RS-422 serial ports for printer and modem.
  • SCSI port for external storage.
  • External floppy disk drive port.
  • 3.5mm headphone jack.
• Expansion: No general-purpose expansion slots; internal FPU slot was never utilized.
• Operating System: System 7.0.1 to Mac OS 7.6.1.
• Common Faults:
  • Leaking surface-mount capacitors on the logic board.
  • Hard drive failure due to age or stiction.
  • Analog board issues affecting video or power.
  • PRAM battery leakage causing boot problems.

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How Did I Acquire It?

Where Did I Get It From?

This was picked up on Ebay

How Was It Described to Me?

Apple Performa 200 (Macintosh Classic II) m4150 with disc 

Supplier Photos

Supplier Photos

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Now That I Have It in My Hands

Initial Observations

The machine came without a keyboard or mouse

Initial Inspection

It powers up without error and whilst i'm unable to do anything until I get a keyboard and mouse, we do get to see the classic "After Dark" screen saver kick in with the "Flying toasters"

 

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Next Steps

Repair and Restoration Plan

- Acquire a keyboard and mouse

- Replace the battery

- Recap the Video & Logic boards

- Refresh the OS

- Memory & Disk upgrades