PowerBook Duo 270c

Overview

Introduce in October 1993, the Duo 270c added an active matrix 640x480 pixel 256-color screen to the Duo 230. With the improved battery, this color Duo could still run 2 hours per charge.

The 270c will support 16-bit video if you select the 640x400 pixel mode under Options in the Monitors control panel.

Details

• introduced October 1993 at $3,100; discontinued May 1994
• requires System 7.1 or later
• 33MHz 68030 CPU; optional 68882 FPU in dock
• 4MB RAM, expandable to 24MB using a single Duo RAM card
• ADB port: only with dock
• DIN-8 serial port on back of computer
• proprietary modem slot
• weight: 4.8 pounds
• upgrade path: Duo 280c

 Cautions

• Serial port limited to 57.6kbps; use of a 56k modem is not recommended.