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Macintosh II (1987)

Apple · Computers · Released in 1987 · M5000

68020 16MHz, 6 NuBus slots — Apple's first color-capable modular Mac.

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Device information

Brand
Apple
Model
M5000
Release year
1987
Category
Computers

The story of this device

The Macintosh II shattered earlier design dogmas by adopting a modular desktop enclosure with six NuBus expansion slots and stunning 16.7-million color display support. Driven by the 32-bit Motorola 68020 CPU, it established the Mac as the supreme tool for high-end graphic design.

Specifications

Chipset
Motorola 68020 16MHz + 68881 FPU
RAM
1MB or 4MB (up to 8MB, 128MB with MODE32)
Storage
Dual Floppy or 40MB/80MB HDD
OS
System 4.1
Connectivity
6 NuBus slots, ADB, SCSI
Notable
Required an external monitor; nicknamed the 'Open Mac'

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