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With the MacBook Pro Q&A you can get answers to all of your questions about the MacBook Pro models released prior to the introduction of the "Unibody" models on October 14, 2008. Questions range from "How long is the battery life of the MacBook Pro in 'real-world' tests?" to "How do you upgrade the RAM in the MacBook Pro?" and include everything in between.

Please note that the last "pre-Unibody" MacBook Pro was discontinued on January 6, 2009, and this Q&A was "archived" on January 12, 2009. For answers to questions about the subsequently introduced "Unibody" MacBook Pro -- those milled from a single piece of aluminum -- please refer to the Unibody MacBook Pro Q&A. Even newer MacBook Pro models are covered in the TK.

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Most Frequently Asked MacBook Pro Q&As:

How do you upgrade the RAM in the MacBook Pro? How much RAM of what type does it support?

How long is the battery life of the MacBook Pro in "real-world" tests?

What are the differences between the MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo "Early 2008/Penryn" models?

Is there a way to add a Firewire "800" port to the MacBook Pro "Core Duo" 15-Inch systems?

What is the "MagSafe" power connector? How is the MagSafe power connector designed to not cause data loss?

What are the differences between the "Early 2008" MacBook and MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo "Penryn" models?

Is there an EVDO card that is compatible with the MacBook Pro?

What is the MagSafe airline adapter? Does it work with the MacBook Pro and MacBook? Does it work in a car?

What is ExpressCard/34? Is it compatible with PC Cards?

Is there any way to externally cool a MacBook Pro?

Software Compatibility Q&As:

Comparison Q&As (Early 2008/Penryn - Core 2 Duo):

Comparison Q&As (Mid-2007 - Core 2 Duo):

Comparison Q&As (Late 2006 - Core 2 Duo):

Comparison Q&As (Original - Core Duo):

Performance & Function Q&As:

Battery, Power, & Temperature Q&As:

Expansion Q&As:

Storage, Peripherals, & File Transfer Q&As:

Networking & Communication Q&As:

Design, Configuration, & Purchasing Q&As:

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