PowerBase and Level 2 Cache Compatibility

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Can I use a 512K cache DIMM on my PowerBase?

Standard cache DIMMs do not work on the PowerBase. The PowerBase design is based on the Alchemy logic board which uses a special cache with the cache controller on the module itself. Standard L2 cache DIMMs do not have a controller built-in and instead expect the controller to be part of the logic board. The only cache currently supported on these systems is the Apple 256K cache.

Machines Affected: PowerBase systems