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Apple II / Apple ][

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SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Type:8-bit home computer
CPU:MOS 6502 @ 1 MHz
Operating system(s):Woz BASIC ROM
Apple DOS
Memory:ROM: 8 KB
RAM: 4 KB (Expandable up to 48 KB)
Power supply:Mains: 107-132 VAC (Integrated switch mode PSU with 3-pin IEC C14 connector)
Current drain / power consumption:Max 79 W
Dimensions (W*H*D):387*108*451 mm (15.25*4.25*17.75")
Weight:5.21 Kg (11.5 lb)




I/O
Keyboard:Integrated
Graphics: Text: 40*24 characters
Low resolution: 40*48 pixels, 16 colors
High resolution: 280*192 pixels, 6 colors
Audio:Beeper
Storage: Tape recorder
Disk II option
External I/O ports:
Game I/O:   16-pin DIL socket
Tape I/O:   Two TS "Minijacks" (3.5 mm)
Video out:   RCA/Phono (Composite)
Other:




MISCELLANEOUS
Manufactured:USA, 1977-1979 (Discontinued)
Additional info: 8 internal expansion slots
Initially manufactured in Silicon Valley, later in Texas.
An estimated 40000 units were sold.
Related documents: Reference manual 1978 (9.8 MB)
Modifications and fixes:
Notable "ham" software:Kantronics Hamsoft: Morse/RTTY/ASCII send/receive
Reviews:
Some options / Accessories:
Disk II
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Floppy disk drive. 5.25 inch, 143 KB
RS-232C interface
Printer interface
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