Scarce, functional example of the limited edition Twentieth Anniversary Macintosh (TAM), Part No. M4934LL/A, Serial No. MW7463188HA, complete in its original packaging. Released by Apple in 1997 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the company's founding and aimed at the executive market, the innovative computer boasted a $7,500 price tag and feature-packed performance that exceeded most personal computers of the era. The computer features a 250 MHz PowerPC 603ev processor, 32MB RAM, 2GB hard drive, built-in 12.1" Active Matrix display, and is running OS 8.5.1. The computer has undergone the 'FatBac' upgrade with 'hunchback' rear cover (adding an ethernet port in the back), but the original slim cover is included. Tested to boot up and function; in fine cosmetic condition, with light overall wear from use.
This Twentieth Anniversary Macintosh set includes the computer with built-in 12.1" LCD screen, Bose speakers, and vertically-mounted CD-ROM drive; keyboard with built-in trackpad, with small leather insert underneath; base unit power supply/subwoofer; remote control; cables; extra speaker grilles; and user's manual. In spite of its feature-rich technology, the Twentieth Anniversary Macintosh was met with slow sales—probably due to its price tag and limited means for expansion. However, its design proved influential in future product lines—until recently, modern iMacs featured vertically-oriented optical drives behind their LCD screens (similar to the floppy drive on the TAM), and the Magic Trackpad is offered as a popular peripheral (like the trackpad on the TAM keyboard).
