iBook G4 (Early 2004) - Technical Specifications

Configurations

12-inch Combo Drive

14-inch Combo Drive

14-inch Combo Drive

Model

M9426LL/A

M9418LL/A

M9419LL/A

Processor

1GHz PowerPC G4

1.2GHz PowerPC G4

Level 2 Cache

512K at 1GHz

512K at 1.2GHz

System bus

133MHz

Memory (DDR SDRAM)

256MB PC2100 (266MHz); 1.25GB maximum; 1 available expansion slot

Hard drive 3

30GB ATA/100 4200 rpm

40GB ATA/100 4200 rpm

60GB ATA/100 4200 rpm

Optical drive

Slot-loading Combo (DVD-ROM/CD-RW); SuperDrive available as a build-to-order option (14-inch models only)

Display

12.1-inch (diagonal) TFT XGA

14.1-inch (diagonal) TFT XGA

Graphics support

ATI Mobility Radeon 9200 with 32MB of DDR SDRAM

FireWire

One FireWire 400 port at up to 400 Mbps

USB

Two USB 2.0 ports at up to 480 Mbps each

VGA, S-video and composite video output

Video mirroring supports VGA video out to an external display or projector (requires included Apple VGA Video Adapter) and S-video and composite video out to a TV or VCR (requires optional Apple Video Adapter, sold separately).

Modem 4

Built-in 56K V.92 modem

Ethernet

Built-in 10/100BASE-T Ethernet

Wireless support 5

AirPort Extreme ready; optional internal Bluetooth module available

AirPort Extreme built-in; optional internal Bluetooth module available

System Software

Mac OS X version 10.3 “Panther”

Software

All models include Mac OS X, Classic environment, Mail, iChat AV, Safari, Sherlock, Address Book, QuickTime, iLife (includes iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD2, GarageBand), iSync, iCal, DVD Player, AppleWorks, Mac OS X Chess, Microsoft Internet Explorer, EarthLink (includes 30 days of free dial-up service with activation), Quicken 2004 for Mac, World Book 2004 Edition, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 4, Deimos Rising, Sound Studio, Zinio Reader, Apple Hardware Test

Service and Support

90 days of free telephone support and one-year limited warranty. Product contains documentation. Backup copy of software is provided on CD-ROM.

Internet Access

30 days of free dial-up Internet service with EarthLink (North America only) activation. Internet access requires an Internet service account; fees may apply.

Build-to-Order Options

Order a custom-configured iBook from the online Apple Store or an authorized Apple reseller.

Wireless

  • AirPort Extreme Card M8881LL/A

  • AirPort Extreme Base Station M8930LL/A

  • AirPort Extreme Base Station (with modem and antenna port) M8799LL/A

  • D-Link DBT-120 USB Bluetooth Adapter T6295ZM/A

Adapters and cables

  • Apple Video Adapter M9109G/A

  • Apple VGA Display Adapter M8639G/A

  • Apple FireWire Cable (4-pin to 6-pin, 1.8 meter) M8706G/A

Battery and power

  • Apple Portable Power Adapter M8943LL/A

  • iBook Rechargeable Battery (12.1-inch iBook with CD-ROM) M9337G/A

  • iBook Rechargeable Battery (14.1-inch iBook) M9338G/A

Accessories

  • Apple Wireless Keyboard M9270LL/A

  • Apple Wireless Mouse M9269ZM/A

  • Apple Keyboard (White) M9034LL/A

  • Apple Mouse (White) M9035G/A

  • iSight M8817LL/A

Services

  • AppleCare Protection Plan M8852LL/A

  • .Mac Subscription: Retail Box MA175Z/A or Family Pack MA176Z/A

Technical Specifications

Processor and memory

  • 1GHz or 1.2GHz PowerPC G4 processor with Velocity Engine and 512K on-chip level 2 cache running at 1GHz

  • 133 MHZ system bus

  • 256MB of PC2100 (266MHz) DDR SDRAM (256MB built-in and one available SO-DIMM slot) with support for up to 1.25GB

Storage

  • 30GB, 40GB or 60GB Ultra ATA hard disk drive 3

  • One of the following optical drives:

    • Combo drive (DVD-ROM/CD-RW); writes CD-R discs at up to 24x speed, writes CD-RW discs at up to 16x speed, reads DVD-ROM discs at up to 8x speed, reads CD-ROM discs at up to 24x speed

    • Slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD-R/CD-RW):writes DVD-R discs at up to 4x speed, reads DVDs at up to 8x speed, writes CD-R discs at up to 16x speed, writes CD-RW discs at up to 8x speed, reads CDs at up to 24x speed (available as a build-to-order option for the 14-inch model)

  • Support for external FireWire and USB storage devices

Display

  • Choice of built-in 12.1-inch or 14.1-inch (diagonal) TFT XGA active-matrix display

  • Support for millions of colors at 1024 x 768 pixel resolution

  • Support for resolution scaling to 800 x 600 pixel and 640 x 480 pixel resolution with millions of colors

Graphics support

  • ATI Mobility Radeon 9200 graphics processor with 32MB of dedicated video memory and AGP 4X support

Communications

  • Built-in 56K V.92 modem (RJ-11 connector) 4

  • Built-in 10/100BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)

  • Built-in antennas and expansion slot for optional 54Mbps AirPort Extreme Card; (based on 802.11g standard; Wi-Fi Certified for 802.11g and 802.11b interoperability) 5

  • Optional Internal Bluetooth module available as a built-to-order option

Peripheral connections

  • Two 480 Mbps USB 2.0 ports

  • One FireWire 400 port at up to 400 Mbps 5

Audio

  • 16-bit CD-quality stereo headphone jack

  • Built-in stereo speakers

  • Built-in microphone

  • Support for external USB audio devices such as microphones and speakers

Video

  • VGA video output for video mirroring on an external display or projector (24-bit color) with included Apple VGA Display Adapter.

  • S-video and composite video output to TV or projector (requires Apple Video Adapter, sold separately)

Battery

  • iBook G4 with 12.1-inch display: 50-watt-hour lithium-ion battery provides up to 6 hours of battery life on a single charge 1

  • iBook G4 with 14.1-inch display: 61-watt-hour lithium-ion battery provides up to 6 hours of battery life on a single charge 1

  • Integrated charge indicator LEDs on battery

Keyboard and trackpad

  • Built-in full-size keyboard with 77 (U.S.) or 78 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys, 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement) and embedded numeric keypad

  • Solid-state trackpad for precise cursor control; supports tap, double-tap and drag capabilities

Electrical and environmental requirements

  • Meets ENERGY STAR requirements

  • Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC

  • Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz

  • Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)

  • Storage temperature: -13° to 113° F (-25° to 45° C)

  • Relative humidity: 20% to 80% noncondensing

  • Maximum operating altitude: 10,000 feet

  • Maximum storage altitude: 15,000 feet

Size and weight (12.1-inch model)

  • Height: 1.35 inches (3.42 cm)

  • Width: 11.2 inches (28.5 cm)

  • Depth: 9.06 inches (23.0 cm)

  • Weight: 4.9 pounds (2.2 kg) 7

Size and weight: (14.1-inch model)

  • Height: 1.35 inches (3.42 cm)

  • Width: 12.7 inches (32.3 cm)

  • Depth: 10.2 inches (25.9 cm)

  • Weight: 5.9 pounds (2.7 kg) 7

  1. Battery life depends on configuration and use.

  2. Burning DVDs in iDVD requires an Apple SuperDrive, but iDVD projects can be saved as an archive on iBook G4 models with a Combo Drive and later transferred to a SuperDrive-equipped system and burned to a DVD.

  3. 1GB = 1 billion bytes; actual formatted capacity less

  4. Compatible ISP and telephone services required. Your ISP may not support all V.92 features. Modem will function according to V.90 standards if V.92 services are not available. Actual modem speeds lower; speed depends on connection rate and other factors.

  5. Wireless Internet access requires AirPort Card, AirPort Base Station or AirPort Extreme Base Station, and Internet access (fees may apply). Some ISPs are not currently compatible with AirPort and AirPort Extreme. Range may vary with site conditions.

  6. Actual rates will vary.

  7. Weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.

Internet access requires a compatible Internet service provider; fees may apply. Product contains electronic documentation. Backup copy of software is included.