Apple MacBook "Core Duo" 1.83 13" Specs (MA254LL/A)
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The Apple MacBook "Core Duo" 1.83 13-Inch features a 1.83 GHz Intel "Core Duo" processor (T2400), with two independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip, a 2 MB shared "on chip" level 2 cache, a 667 MHz frontside bus, 512 MB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-5300) RAM installed in pairs (two 256 MB modules), a 60.0 GB Serial ATA (5400 RPM) hard drive with "Sudden Motion Sensor" technology, an 8X slot-loading DVD-ROM/CD-RW "Combo" drive, an Intel GMA 950 integrated "graphics processor with 64 MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory", and a 13.3" widescreen TFT active-matrix "glossy" display (1280x800 native resolution).
Like the MacBook Pro "Core Duo" 15-Inch models, the MacBooks have AirPort Extreme (802.11g), Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, a FireWire "400" port, two USB 2.0 ports, and optical digital audio in/out, along with video out capabilities (mini-DVI) that for the first time on a "consumer" Apple notebook officially support an external display. They also have the same "scrolling TrackPad", a built-in iSight video camera, an Apple Remote for use with Apple Front Row software, and the clever "MagSafe" power connector. Unique to the MacBook include a redesigned "flush against the bed" keyboard that does not touch the screen, a "no moving parts" magnetic latch that "catches without a catch", and a case design that makes upgrading the RAM and hard drive easy.
Also see:
- What are the differences between the three original MacBook models?
- How does the original MacBook compare to the iBook model it replaced?
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| Introduction Date: |
May 16, 2006 |
Discontinued Date: |
November 8, 2006 |
| Details: |
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended. |
| Processor Type: |
Core Duo (T2400) |
Processor Speed: |
1.83 GHz |
| Details: |
The Intel "Core Duo" (T2400) processor includes two independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip.
Also see: How fast is the original MacBook compared to the iBook that it replaced? |
| Processor Upgrade: |
Soldered |
FPU: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
Also see: Can you upgrade the processor in the MacBook? |
| System Bus Speed: |
667 MHz |
Cache Bus Speed: |
1.83 GHz (Built-in) |
| Details: |
667 MHz frontside bus. |
| ROM/Firmware Type: |
EFI |
ROM/Firmware Size: |
N/A |
| Details: |
Also see: Does the MacBook have a ROM or BIOS? |
| L1 Cache: |
32k/32k |
L2/L3 Cache: |
2 MB (on chip) |
| Details: |
Includes a 2 MB shared "on chip" level 2 cache that runs at processor speed. |
| RAM Type: |
PC2-5300 DDR2 |
Min. RAM Speed: |
667 MHz |
| Details: |
Supports 667 MHz PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM. Also see: How do you upgrade the RAM in the MacBook? How much RAM of what type does it support? |
| Standard RAM: |
512 MB |
Maximum RAM: |
2.0 GB |
| Details: |
512 MB of RAM is installed as two 256 MB modules, no slots free.
Site sponsor Other World Computing sells MacBook memory, as well as hard drives, batteries, carrying cases, and accessories. |
| Motherboard RAM: |
None |
RAM Slots: |
2 |
| Details: |
Apple recommends that one install RAM in matched pairs for optimum performance. |
| Video Card: |
Intel GMA 950 |
VRAM Type: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
Also see: What is the overall gaming performance of the MacBook? |
| Standard VRAM: |
64 MB |
Maximum VRAM: |
64 MB |
| Details: |
Apple reports that "memory available to Mac OS X may vary depending on graphics needs. Minimum graphics memory usage is 80 MB, resulting in 432 MB of system memory available" with the default 512 MB installed. |
| Built-in Display: |
13.3" Widescreen |
Native Resolution: |
1280x800 |
| Details: |
13.3" color widescreen TFT active-matrix "glossy" display with a 1280 by 800 native resolution. Apple reports that it also supports "1152 by 720, 1024 by 768, 1024 by 640, 800 by 600, 800 by 500, 720 by 480, and 640 by 480 at 16:10 aspect ratio; 1024 by 768, 800 by 600, and 640 by 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio; [and] 720 by 480 at 3:2 aspect ratio".
Also see: What exactly is a glossy display? Is the glossy display used in the MacBook better or worse than the previous iBook display? |
| 2nd Display Support: |
Dual/Mirroring |
2nd Max. Resolution: |
1920x1200 |
| Details: |
The maximum resolution supported on "Apple DVI displays" is 1920x1200 and 1600x1200 on VGA displays. |
| Standard Hard Drive: |
60 GB (5400 RPM) |
Int. HD Interface: |
Serial ATA |
| Details: |
Also see: How do you upgrade the hard drive in the MacBook? |
| Standard Optical: |
8X "Combo" Drive |
Standard Disk: |
None |
| Details: |
Apple reports that this slot-loading "combo" drive (DVD-ROM/CD-RW) "reads DVDs at up to 8x speed, writes CD-R discs at up to 24x speed, writes CD-RW discs at up to 16x speed, [and] reads CDs at up to 24x speed."
Also see: What are the capabilities of the optical drive provided by the MacBook models? Which can read and write dual-layer DVDs? |
| Standard Modem: |
None |
Standard Ethernet: |
10/100/1000Base-T |
| Details: |
External Apple USB Modem (56.6k v.92) available for US$49. |
| Standard AirPort: |
802.11a/b/g |
Standard Bluetooth: |
2.0+EDR |
| Details: |
AirPort Extreme (802.11a/b/g) and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR standard. |
| USB Ports: |
2 (2.0) |
Firewire Ports: |
1 (400) |
| Details: |
Two 480-Mbps USB 2.0 ports. One Firewire "400" port.
Also see: Complete Ports. |
| Expansion Slots: |
None |
Expansion Bays: |
None |
| Details: |
No expansion slots or bays provided. |
| Incl. Keyboard: |
Full-size |
Incl. Input: |
Trackpad |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the integrated keyboard has "78 (US) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys, 4 arrow keys (inverted "T" arrangement), and [an] embedded numeric keypad." The trackpad supports "two-finger scrolling, tap, double-tap, and drag".
Also see: How does the MacBook keyboard "feel"? |
| Case Type: |
Notebook |
Form Factor: |
MacBook |
| Details: |
This MacBook uses a white case design with a "catchless" magnetic latch. |
| Apple Model No: |
MA254LL/A |
Apple Subfamily: |
MacBook |
| Details: |
The Apple model number should be unique to this system. |
| Gestalt/Model ID: |
A1181 |
Machine Model: |
MacBook1,1 |
| Details: |
Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model. |
| Battery Type: |
55 W/Hr Li-Poly |
Battery Life: |
2.5-6 Hours |
| Details: |
Apple reports that this model has a "55-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery with integrated charge indicator LEDs". The company claims that it can provide "up to six hours" of battery life, but acknowledges that it is "up to 2.5 hours of DVD playback" and "up to 3.5 hours with wireless turned on".
Also see: What is the MacBook battery life in "real-world" tests? |
| Pre-Installed MacOS: |
X 10.4.6 (8I2025) |
Maximum MacOS: |
Current |
| Details: |
Please note that this system can run the current version of MacOS X as of the date last updated (see bottom of page). |
| MacOS 9 Support: |
None |
Windows Support: |
Boot/Virtualization |
| Details: |
Also see: Are there any third-party programs to run MacOS 9/Classic applications on Intel Macs?
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For more on running Windows on Intel Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A. |
| Dimensions: |
1.08 x 12.78 x 8.92 |
Avg. Weight: |
5.2 lbs (2.36 kg) |
| Details: |
In inches while closed - height by width by depth, (2.75 cm, 32.5 cm, 22.7 cm). |
| Original Price: |
US$1099 |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$700-US$850 |
| Details: |
Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated).
Photo Credit: Apple Computer. |
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