In the late 80s, Apple introduced a new printer to the market: the LaserWriter IISC. This printer was a part of Apple’s Printer series and was available for purchase from 1988 to 1990.
The LaserWriter II was first made available on January 1, 1988, with a starting price of $2,799. This new printer featured a 7.45 MHz Motorola 68000 processor, 16 KB of ROM, the ability to print in one color, a resolution of up to 300 dpi, and a fast printing speed of 8 pages per minute. Additionally, it also had a SCSI connection port for added connectivity options.
Despite its impressive capabilities, the LaserWriter IISC was discontinued on July 1, 1990. Now, 36 years later, the LaserWriter IISC is a relic of the past, but it serves as a reminder of the advancements made in technology during that time.
LaserWriter IISC Details
| Introduced | January 1, 1988 |
| Discontinued | July 1, 1990 |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Original Price | $2,799 |
| Weight | 45 Ibs. 20.411 KG |
| Dimensions | 8.7” H x 20.2” W x 18.7” D 22.09 cm H x 51.30 cm W x 47.49 cm D |
Printer Specs
| Type | Electrophotography |
| Colors | 1 |
| Pages Per Minute | 8 |
| DPI | 300 |
| Language | QuickDraw |
| Cartridge | M6002 |
Hardware
| Processor | Motorola 68000 |
| Processor Speed | 7.45 MHz |
| ROM Size | 16 KB |
| Maximum Memory | 1 MB |
| Memory Slots | 4 |
| Minimum Speed | 120 ns |
Connections
| Connection | SCSI |
Power
| Maximum Continuous Power | 900 W |
Further Reading and References
- LaserWriter IISC: Technical Specifications – Apple Support
- LaserWriter IISC – Low End Mac
- LaserWriter – Wikipedia
- LaserWriter II (PDF) Service Source – AppleRepairManuals
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Last updated: May 1, 2023
