The story of this device
The Apple IIGS (ROM 3) refined Apple's 16-bit multimedia machine with 1.125MB of onboard RAM and an expanded 256KB system ROM. Featuring streamlined audio synthesis routines and polished GS/OS performance, it represented the ultimate, most reliable realization of the Apple II platform.
Specifications
- Display
- Up to 4096 colors, 640×200 / 320×200
- Chipset
- WDC 65C816 2.8MHz (16-bit)
- RAM
- 1.125MB onboard (up to 8MB)
- Storage
- 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch drive (optional)
- OS
- GS/OS, System 5.x toolset
- Media
- Built-in Ensoniq 32-channel wavetable synth
- Input
- ADB keyboard + mouse
- Notable
- ROM expanded 128KB to 256KB, new board not upgradable