Technical Specifications
Processor and memory
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500-MHz PowerPC G3 processor
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256KB on-chip level 2 cache
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66-MHz system bus
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64MB of PC100 SDRAM, expandable to 576MB; or 128MB of PC100 SDRAM expandable to 640MB; single 1.25-inch standard SO-DIMM slot supports up to 512MB SO-DIMM
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Keyboard
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Built-in full-size keyboard with 77 (U.S.) or 78 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys, 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement), and embedded keypad
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Apple trackpad
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Solid-state trackpad provides precise cursor control; supports tap, double-tap and drag capabilities
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Storage
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10GB Ultra ATA hard disk drive (2)
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One of the following optical drives:
—24x-speed (maximum) CD-ROM drive (reads CD-ROM discs at 24x speed)
—8x-speed (maximum) DVD-ROM drive (plays DVD-Video discs; plays CD-ROM discs at 24x speed)
—4x4x6x24x-speed (maximum) DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive (writes CD-R discs at 4x speed; writes CD-RW discs at 4x speed; reads DVD-ROM discs at 6x speed; reads CD-ROM discs at 24x speed)
—Optional 8x4x24-speed (maximum) CD-RW drive (writes CD-R discs at 8x speed; writes CD-RW discs at 4x speed; reads CD-ROM discs at 24x speed) - See Apple Store for details
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Support for external FireWire and USB storage devices
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Peripheral connections
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Two 12Mbps USB ports
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One 400Mbps FireWire (IEEE 1394) port (7)
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Display
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Built-in 12.1-inch (diagonal) TFT XGA active-matrix display
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Supports millions of colors at 1024-by-768-pixel resolution
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Supports resolution scaling to 800-by-600-pixel and 640-by-480-pixel resolution with millions of colors
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Video
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VGA video output port for video mirroring with an external display or projector (24 bit)
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Composite video output to TV through AV port (requires optional Apple AV cable)
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Battery and power
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42-watt-hour lithium-ion battery provides up to 5 hours of battery life on a single charge (3)
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Power adapter port
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Communications
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Built-in 56K V.90 modem (RJ-11 connector)(6)
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Built-in 10/100BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
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Built-in antennas and card slot for optional 11Mbps AirPort Card; IEEE 802.11 DSSS compliant (5)
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Optional AirPort Base Station containing 56K modem and 10/BASE-T Ethernet port (5)
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Audio
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16-bit CD-quality stereo sound output minijack through AV port
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Built-in stereo speakers
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Built-in omnidirectional microphone
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Support for external USB audio devices such as microphones and speakers
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Graphics support
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ATI RAGE Mobility 128 graphics accelerator with 8MB of SDRAM graphics memory and AGP 2X support
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Electrical requirements and agency approvals
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Line voltage: 100V to 260V AC
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Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz
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U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR compliant
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Environmental requirements
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Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
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Storage temperature: -13° to 140° F (-25° to 60° C)
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Relative humidity: 20% to 80% noncondensing
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Maximum altitude: 10,000 feet
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Maximum storage altitude: 15,000 feet
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Size and weight
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Width: 11.2 inches (28.5 cm)
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Depth: 9.1 inches (23.0 cm)
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Thickness: 1.35 inches (3.4 cm)
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Weight : 4.9 pounds (2.2 kg) (1)
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Available Configurations
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| Order no. |
M7698LL/A |
M7692LL/A |
M8520LL/A |
Apple Store |
| Processor |
500-MHz PowerPC G3 with 256K level 2 cache at 500Mhz |
| Memory (PC100 SDRAM) |
64MB |
128MB |
128MB |
128MB |
| Hard disk drive (2) |
10GB Ultra ATA (1GB = 1 billion bytes; actual formatted capacity less) |
| Optical drive |
CD-ROM |
DVD-ROM |
Combo Drive |
CD-RW(8) |
| FireWire |
One 400Mbps FireWire (IEEE 1394) port (7) |
| USB |
Two ports (12Mbps each) |
| Graphics support |
ATI RAGE Mobility 128 graphics with 8MB of SDRAM graphics memory and AGP 2X support |
| Display |
12.1-inch (diagonal) TFT XGA display |
| VGA video output |
VGA video output port for video mirroring with an external display or projector (24 bit) |
| Composite video output |
Composite video output to TV through AV port (requires optional Apple AV cable) |
| Modem (6) |
Built-in 56K V.90 modem (RJ-11 connector) |
| Ethernet |
Built-in 10/100BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45 connector) |
| Wireless networking (5) |
Built-in antennas and card slot for optional 11Mbps AirPort Card; IEEE 802.11 DSSS compliant |
| Software |
Mac OS 9, Mac OS X (9), QuickTime, iMovie 2, iTunes (4), AppleWorks, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook Express, Netscape Communicator, Palm Desktop, FAXstf, Cro-Mag Rally, Bugdom, Nanosaur and Acrobat Reader, plus Apple Hardware Test CD. Product contains electronic documentation. Most applications are preinstalled. Backup copy of software is provided on CD-ROM. |
| Hardware Accessories |
All models include a built-in keyboard and trackpad, modem cable, RGB display adapter, power adapter and power cord, and lithium-ion battery; complete setup, learning and reference documentation. |
Limited Warranty
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One-year Limited Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Review a copy of the Limited Warranty on new products, including its limitations and exclusions. |
| Internet Access |
All models also include 30 days of free Internet service through EarthLink. Internet access requires an Internet service account. Build-to-Order Options In addition to choosing from Apple’s preconfigured systems, you can order an iBook with factory-installed options such as additional RAM and AirPort wireless networking from your authorized Apple reseller or through the online Apple Store.
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