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 500GB 7200rpm hard drive provides ample storage space.
All this hardware runs on Apple's Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard operating system, making the MacBook Pro a great choice for any creative professional.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2.53GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor |
| Cache | L2: 3MB |
| System Bus | 1066MHz |
| Memory |
Slots: 2x SO-DIMM Type: PC3-8500 1066MHz DDR3 RAM Installed: 4GB (2x2GB) Capacity: 8GB 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: Integrated Installed: 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: 500GB 7200rpm 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 | None |
| 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 | 1x Secure Digital |
| 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 10.6 Snow Leopard |
| Security | Kensington Cable Lock Slot |
| Keyboard | 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 | Built-in 73-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:
I'm a Mac person to the degree that I take the products for granted. My expectations are high for the Mac so that makes it especially hard to be impressed by any of their products. A friend who purchased this item and recommended it to me assured me I'd be crazy about it. Skeptical that his enthusiasm would infect me, I stoically ordered the MacBook Pro Notebook, seeing it only as another reliable tool in the Mac family.
Since its arrival, it has rarely left my reach. I stand corrected. Mac has impressed me with this little jewel.
Luckily, I am a cold-natured person so the heat from it doesn't bother me, but I can see how it would be annoying to others.
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I HAVE HAD ANOTHER MACBOOK PRO BEFORE AND I WAS VERY HAPPY WITH IT, OF COURSE THIS ONE IS FABULOUS, MUCH FATER, SCREEN BRIGHTER, EXCELLENT THE ONLY THING I LIKED BETTER OF MY PREVIOUS MAC WAS THE SILVER KEYBOARD
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Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
This is by far the best laptop I've ever owned! You won't be disappointed! The screen is nice and not too large, and definitely not small!!
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Very satisfied with my Mac and the company i bought from. No complaints.
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bought it for my daughter--she loves it. It found the wireless network and also set up her e-mail. Very nice computer. would recommend it to anyone that wants a mac
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I think anyone will find this to be one of the best laptop computers they ever owned. I have had a sony and I am glad to end up with this MacBook Pro.
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
I love this thing, It is great. Its certainly and upgrade from my Old G4. Never had a laptop of my own. I recommend it.
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