Technical Specifications
Enhanced Apple Menu
* Hierarchical Apple menu provides improved access to nested items and instant recall of recently used documents, applications, and servers
* Improved Find File command lets you open files from the Find File window
* The Sticky Memos feature (see screen shot) lets you create on-screen reminder messages
* System and application folder locking prevents accidental deletion of important files
* Scrapbook, Note Pad, and SimpleText applications let you move information between documents by simply selecting, dragging, and dropping
* WindowShade feature (see screen shot) reduces screen clutter by letting you collapse windows to access other windows behind them -- without closing documents
* Includes a menubar clock, automatic power off, and audio CD software
Apple Guide
* Interactive, step-by-step guidance for system and application tasks (applications must support Apple Guide)
* On-screen coachmarks for the next required action, skipping any unnecessary steps
* Customizable to meet the unique training and support needs of your organization (requires the Apple Guide Maker Authoring software, available separately)
AppleScript
* Create custom solutions by linking functions from different applications and from the Finder
* Use Script Editor to record your actions to automate tasks
Macintosh PC Exchange and Macintosh Easy Open
* Allow you to work with DOS-formatted disks as though they were Macintosh disks
* Let you open and edit Mac OS, DOS, and Windows files even when you don't have the original application (appropriate file translators required)
Open Transport
* Readies your Macintosh system to connect with other systems using industry-standard TCP/IP networking protocols
* Lets you create and switch between multiple networking configurations without rebooting your computer
PowerBook utilities
* Automatically switch your PowerBook to full performance when plugged in, and conserve energy when it isn't, to extend battery life
* Synchronize files, folders, or disks between PowerBook computers and other Mac OS-based systems -- locally, over a network, or using a floppy disk
* Provide a Control Strip for convenient access to AppleTalk Network system on/off, battery monitor, file sharing, hard disk spindown, power management, "Sleep Now," sound volume, and video mirroring functions (also available on some desktop computers)
QuickTime
* Enables you to integrate graphics, sound, video, and animation into documents (requires application software that supports QuickTime)
OpenDoc
* Lets you extend the functionality of OpenDoc-aware applications by adding new software components -- called "parts" -- that can be dragged-and-dropped into documents (requires application software or parts that support OpenDoc)
QuickDraw GX
* Lets you create portable "print and view" documents from any application (System 7.5 and QuickDraw GX also required on destination system)
* Displays desktop printer icons that allow you to quickly check the status of and change print queues
* Incorporates Apple's ColorSync technology for consistent colors from scanner to display to printer
* Supports Apple TrueType and Adobe Type Manager GX (ATM GX) font technologies
* Includes seven QuickDraw GX fonts
PowerTalk
* Provides a universal desktop mailbox for all electronic correspondence, whether it's being exchanged between other personal computers, the Internet, on-line services, fax machines, or even voice-mail systems.
* Includes Personal Catalog, which allows you to store names and electronic addresses of the people you collaborate with regardless of
the way you communicate.
* Includes Key Chain, which stores your login names and passwords for the network services you use the most and protects them under a single password
System requirements
* Apple Macintosh Plus or later, Power Macintosh, or PowerBook computer
- 68020, 68030, 68040, or PowerPC microprocessor required for QuickTime, PowerTalk, and QuickDraw GX
- 68030, 68040, or PowerPC microprocessor required for OpenDoc and Open Transport
* Minimum 8MB of RAM required for installation of full System 7.5 suite (16MB on Power Macintosh models)
- 4MB of RAM permits minimum installation of System 7.5 features except OpenDoc, Open Transport, PowerTalk, and QuickDraw GX (8MB on Power Macintosh models)
* Hard disk with up to 40MB of available space (depending on your system and configuration) to install System 7.5
* One of the following installation media:
- Apple SuperDrive 1.4MB floppy disk drive for installation from floppy disks
- CD-ROM drive for installation from CD-ROM
Ordering Information
Macintosh System 7.5, version 7.5.3 on CD-ROM disc For one user
Order No. 504074U
* System software version 7.5.3 and utilities
* OpenDoc software
* Open Transport software
* PowerTalk software
* QuickTime software
* QuickDraw GX software
* Upgrade Guide
Included on the CD are Apple and third-party applications and utilities that enhance and complement Macintosh System 7.5 capabilities.
Macintosh System 7.5, version 7.5.3 is available for downloading from the Internet. Tech Info Library Article 58265: "
System 7.5 Version 7.5.3: Available for Download
" contains additional information on how to download the software.
Product specifications are subject to change. Check with your Apple reseller for the most current information about product specifications and configurations.