MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008): External ports and connectors

  • Last Modified: July 09, 2009
  • Article: HT3388

Summary

Learn about the available ports and connectors for the MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008).

Products Affected

MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008)

I/O Ports

 

MagSafe power port

Plug in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter recharges the MacBook battery.

Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T)

Connects to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. 
The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn’t require an Ethernet crossover cable.

Two high-speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports

Connects to a modem, iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera, joystick, and more to your MacBook. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices.

Mini DisplayPort (video out)

Connects to an external display, projection device, or TV that uses a DVI or VGA connector with a separate adapter. 
You can purchase adapters for supported video formats at the Apple Store.

Audio line in and optical digital audio in port

Connects your MacBook to a line-level microphone or digital audio equipment.

Headphone out and optical digital audio out port 

Connects external speakers, headphones, or digital audio equipment.

Security Slot

Attaches a lock and cable (available separately) to prevent theft.
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