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The 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer from Apple is a powerful Macintosh computer, in a portable form factor. Housed in a sleek glass and aluminum enclosure, it features a keyboard with an ambient light sensor and backlit keys.
The computer's glossy widescreen display features a resolution of 1440 x 900, ideal for photographers working on the go, or for video editors cutting 720p video. The computer is powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, includes 4GB of RAM, and features 802.11n Airport Extreme Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and the SuperDrive DVD burner. The 320GB 5400rpm hard drive provides ample storage space.
All this hardware runs on Apple's Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system, making the MacBook Pro a great choice for any creative professional.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2.66GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor |
| Cache | L2: 6MB |
| System Bus | 1066MHz |
| Hardware Platforms |
Slots: 2x SO-DIMM Type: PC3-8500 1066MHz DDR3 RAM Installed: 4GB (2x2GB) Capacity: 4GB main memory |
| Display |
Type: Active Matrix Glossy TFT-LCD with LED Backlight Size: 15.4" Native Resolution: 1440 x 900 Supported Resolutions: 1440 x 900 (native), 1280 x 800, 1152 x 720, 1024 x 640, and 800 x 500 pixels at 16:10 aspect ratio; 1024 x 768, 800 x 600, and 640 x 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio; 1024 x 768, 800 x 600, and 640 x 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio stretched; 720 x 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio; 720 x 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio stretched External Resolutions: Up to 2560 x 1600 |
| Graphics Display Card |
Interface: Hybrid Graphics System (PCI Express/Integrated) Installed: nVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT with 512MB GDDR3 SDRAM; nVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory Internal Resolutions: Up to 1440 x 900 External Resolutions: Up to 2560 x 1600 Dual Display: Yes Video Mirroring: Yes |
| Storage and Expansion | |
|---|---|
| Hard Drive |
Bays: 1x Installed: 320GB 5400rpm Type: SATA |
| Optical Drive |
8x slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) Maximum write: 8x DVD-R, DVD+R; 4x DVD-R DL (double layer), DVD+R DL (double layer), DVD-RW, DVD+RW; 24x CD-R; 10x CD-RW Maximum read: 8x DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-ROM; 6x DVD-ROM (double layer DVD-9), DVD-R DL (double layer), DVD+R DL (double layer), DVD-RW, and DVD+RW; 24x CD |
| Expansion Slot | 1x ExpressCard/34 slot |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Ports |
1x FireWire-800 2x USB 2.0 |
| Display Output |
1x Mini DisplayPort DVI, VGA, or Dual-Link DVI available via optional adapters |
| Audio |
2x Integrated Stereo Speakers 1x Integrated Omnidirectional Microphone (located under left speaker grille) 1x Combo Analog Headphone/Optical Digital Audio Out 1x Combo Analog Line-In/Optical Digital Audio In Supports Apple Stereo Headset with microphone |
| Flash Media Slot | None |
| Communications | |
|---|---|
| Wired |
Network: 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet Modem: None |
| Wireless |
Wi-Fi: Airport Extreme 802.11n Bluetooth: Bluetooth 2.1+EDR |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard |
| Security | Kensington Cable Lock Slot |
| Keyboard Zones | Built-in full-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted "T" arrangement) |
| Pointing Device | Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control; supports two-finger scrolling, pinch, rotate, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities |
| Battery | Removable 50-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery; charge indicator LEDs located on left side of notebook's casing |
| Power Requirements |
Meets ENERGY STAR requirements AC: 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz Consumption: 85W |
| Environmental Requirements |
Operating Temperature: 50-95°F (10-35°C) Humidity: 0-90%, non-condensing Maximum Altitude: 10,000' (3048 m) Storage Temperature: -13-113°F (-24-45°C) Humidity: 0-90%, non-condensing Maximum Altitude: 15,000' (4572 m) Shipping Maximum Altitude: 35,000' (10,688 m) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 14.35 x 0.95 x 9.82" (36.4 x 2.41 x 24.9cm) |
| Weight | 5.5 lb (2.49kg) |
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Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer (Aluminum Unibody):
Pros: At [$], $100 less than the current 2.66 GHz model, this one has double L2 cache, double video card memory! A great buy for desktop replacement!Cons: The battery is not built-in like the current model. So you will get less battery hours if you constantly use it on the go.The 9400M video card is integrated into the system, so you won't get full 4 GB RAM, the 256 MB is occupied by the system even if you are using the 9600M GT video card. SD or Expresscard is just a personal preference, personally, I don't use both.
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Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer (Aluminum Unibody):
I am a professional photographer. I use the Apple in combination with the 24" display. My graphic applications, such as Photoshop, Indesign etc, run
superfast.
First I worked with the Apple G3 series, but got tires of all the compatiblity problems, so I got a PC. Well, now it's great to be back at Apple because I don't have any problems and the system stays as quick as when I unrapped it.
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Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer (Aluminum Unibody):
Wonderful battery life. I'm getting 4hrs+ when I turn off WIFI and working (like on a plane). The unibody construction is so amazingly stiff...this laptop feels rock solid. Entire touchpad is clickable, and this is very convenient to use. Great backlighting on the keyboard, and the LED backlit screen is BRIGHT. Even usable in outdoors/daylight or driving in the car. Overall, I am so pleased with this purchase, and glad I got one of the 15" models before they were completely replaced with the SD card reader model (I need the Expresscard option for my video work).
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