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# Macintosh LC 520

Essentials

Family: Macintosh LC

Codename: Hook

Gestalt ID: 56

Minimum OS: 7.1

Maximum OS: 7.6.1

Introduced: June 1993

Terminated: February 1994

Processor

CPU: Motorola MC68030

CPU Speed: 25 MHz

FPU: 68882

Bus Speed: 25 MHz

Register Width: 32-bit

Data Bus Width: 32-bit

Address Bus Width: 32-bit

Level 1 Cache: 256 bytes data, 256 bytes instruction

ROM: 1 MB

RAM Type: 72 pin SIMM

Minimum RAM Speed: 80 ns

Onboard RAM: 4 MB

RAM slots: 1

Maximum RAM: 36 MB

Expansion Slots: 1 LC PDS

Video

Monitor: 14" CRT (built-in)

VRAM: 512-768 kB (one socket)

Max Resolution: 640x480

Storage

Hard Drive: 80-160 MB

Floppy Drive: 1.4 MB SuperDrive

Optical Drive: 2x CD-ROM

Input/Output

ADB: 2

Serial: 2 Mini DIN-8

SCSI: DB-25

Audio Out: stereo 8 bit mini

Audio In: mono 8 bit mini

Speaker: mono

Microphone: mono

Miscellaneous

Power: 40 Watts

Dimensions: 17.9" H x 13.5" W x 16.5" D

Weight: 40.5 lbs.

Released in June 1993, the LC 520 was Apple's attempt to create a viable all-in-one computer for the 90s. It came in an attractive new one-piece case, sold for $2,000 and proved to be a popular home model. Many 520-style Macs have been produced since. The LC 520 was also released as the Performa 520.

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