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    Power Macintosh 9600 Series: Description (2/97)
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1/24/97
2/13/97

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    This article contains a description of the Power Macintosh 9600 series computers.


DISCUSSION



    The Apple Power Macintosh 9600/200MP and 9600/200 computers are the top of the line in speed, performance, expandability, and upgradability, which is tremendous news for publishers--particularly those who are working with advanced color--as well as for multimedia professionals and engineers.

    The Power Macintosh 9600/200MP computer is a multiprocessor system with two 200-megahertz PowerPC 604e chips, which provides simple, but powerful performance improvements for applications that take advantage of its multiprocessing capabilities. The Power Macintosh 9600/200 features a single 200-megahertz PowerPC 604e processor.

    Both Power Macintosh 9600 systems make use of a new tower design that provides incredibly easy system access for upgrades and servicing, and new security features. In addition, a number of noted developers of graphics, video, and scientific/technical applications for the Mac OS are revamping their programs specifically to take adantage of the multiprocessing capabilities of the Power Macintosh 9600/200MP. These capabilities can provide significant performance improvements in processor-intensive applications such as color, publishing, video-editing, and 3D modeling.) If you want to run MS-DOS and Windows applications-you can install a PC Compatibility Card from Apple in one of the system's many PCI slots-and switch instantly between the computing environments.

    With six expansion slots that support the industry-standard high-performance Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) architecture, these two systems are also the most customizable, expandable Macintosh computers available today. What's more, these systems also include a 12x-speed CD-ROM drive for fast, easy access to CD-ROM-based materials.

    On the communications front, these computers support both 10BASE-T and AAUI Ethernet connections. And they include all of the software you need for easy Internet access.

    So whether you're involved in publishing, multimedia, or engineering--or simply want an incredibly powerful, expandable, and versatile Macintosh computer--one of the Power Macintosh 9600 systems is sure to meet your needs.


    Features
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    High performance
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    * One or two 200-MHz PowerPC 604e processors
    * Built-in floating-point processor and 64K cache
    * 512K level 2 cache

    Communications and multimedia
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    * Two high-speed serial ports compatible with GeoPort and LocalTalk cables
    * 12x--speed CD-ROM drive
    * 16-bit stereo audio input and output
    * Support for speech-recognition and text-to-speech capabilities

    Expandability
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    * Removable processor card allows easy upgrades
    * Six industry-standard PCI expansion slots
    * Dual-channel SCSI connector for hard disks, CD-ROM drives, and other SCSI devices
    * Internal expansion bays for additional storage devices (3.5-inch and 5.25-inch)

    Compatibility
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    * Includes 10BASE-T and AAUI Ethernet connectors
    * Supports Open Transport networking software (TCP/IP and AppleTalk)
    * Runs 680x0 Macintosh applications as well as applications accelerated for Power Macintosh computers
    * Reads Mac OS, Windows, MS-DOS, OS/2, and ProDOS floppy disk formats
    * Runs MS-DOS and Windows applications via eoptional PC Compatibility Cards
    * Comes with all of the software required for Internet access

    System 7.5.5 software
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    * Makes working with different applications consistent, so they're easier to learn and use
    * Allows easy customization of your Macintosh to reflect the way you work
    * Provides active assistance in learning new features with Apple Guide
    * Includes MacLinkPlus file translation software from DataViz


    Ordering Information
    ====================

    * Power Macintosh 9600/200MP
    Order No. M4952LL/A

    Power Macintosh 9500/200MP computer with 32MB of RAM, a built-in 1.4MB Apple SuperDrive floppy disk drive, an internal 4GB hard disk drive, an internal 12x-speed CD-ROM drive, and a PlainTalk microphone. Includes mouse; system software version 7.5.5 or later; Internet access software; complete setup, learning, and reference documentation; and limited warranty.

    * Power Macintosh 9600/200
    Order No. M5456LL/A

    Power Macintosh 9500/200 computer with 32MB of RAM, a built-in 1.4MB Apple SuperDrive floppy disk drive, an internal 4GB hard disk drive, an internal 12x-speed CD-ROM drive, and a PlainTalk microphone. Includes mouse; system software version 7.5.5 or later; Internet access software; complete setup, learning, and reference documentation; and limited warranty.

    Optional Enhancements
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    * GeoPort Telecom Adapter Kit
    Order No. M5438LL/A

    * PC Compatibility Card Solutions
    - PC Compatibility Card with Pentium 100-MHz processor
    Order No. M4092LL/A
    - PC Compatibility Card with 100-MHz 586 processor
    Order No. M4091LL/A

    * Apple QuickDraw 3D Accelerator Card
    Order No. M4333LL/A


    Product specifications are subject to change. Check with your Apple reseller for the most current information about product specifications and configurations.

    Article Change History:
    13 Feb 1997 - Changed distribution status.



Document Information
Product Area: Computers
Category: Power Macintosh
Sub Category: Power Macintosh 9600
Keywords: specsht, kppc

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