Apple Macintosh IIfx

Apple Macintosh IIfx was introduced in 19 March 1990 as Apple's fastest 68030 workstation, using custom high-speed I/O processors and a 40MHz system design. It used a Motorola 68030 at 40 MHz with 4MB standard; expandable to 128MB. 40MHz 68030 and 68882 FPU delivered exceptional contemporary Macintosh performance.

Called the Wicked Fast Mac, it was aimed at demanding publishing, scientific and graphics users before the Quadra generation.

Notable Features

• 40MHz 68030 and 68882 FPU delivered exceptional contemporary Macintosh performance.
• Dedicated I/O processors accelerated serial and storage operations.
• Six NuBus slots provided workstation-class expansion.

Historical Significance

• Called the Wicked Fast Mac, it was aimed at demanding publishing, scientific and graphics users before the Quadra generation.
• Its place in the range reflects Apple's progression from the original compact Macintosh toward broader professional, educational and portable markets.

Collector’s Notes

• Special black SCSI terminator, uncommon memory and original accelerator-free condition are notable
• Original keyboards, mice, storage devices and model-specific accessories help document a complete period configuration.

Specifications

Technical Information
Name	Apple Macintosh IIfx
Manufacturer	Apple
Launched	Monday, March 19, 1990
Country	United States
CPU	Motorola 68030 at 40 MHz
Units Sold
Operating System	System 6.0.5 through Mac OS 8.1
I/O	SCSI, two serial, ADB, audio and six NuBus slots
Keyboard	External ADB keyboard and mouse
Storage	1.44MB floppy and internal SCSI hard disk
Sound	Eight-bit mono sound
Graphics	High-performance colour or monochrome NuBus graphics
Display	External monitor through NuBus video
ROM	512KB ROM
RAM	4MB standard; expandable to 128MB
CPU Speed	40 MHz