PowerBook G4 (12-inch, 15-inch, 17-inch Double-Layer SD) - Technical Specifications
Configurations | 12-inch PowerBook | 15-inch PowerBook | 17-inch PowerBook |
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Model | M9691LL/A | M9969LL/A | M9970LL/A |
Processor | 1.5GHz PowerPC G4 | 1.67GHz PowerPC G4 | |
Memory | 512MB PC2700 DDR SDRAM (running at 333MHz) | 512MB PC2-4200 DDR2 SDRAM (running at 333MHz) | |
Display | 12.1-inch (diagonal), 1024 x 768 resolution, TFT | 15.2-inch (diagonal), 1440 x 960 resolution, TFT widescreen | 17-inch (diagonal), 1680 x 1050 resolution, TFT widescreen |
Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce FX Go5200 with 64MB of DDR SDRAM | ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 with 128MB of DDR SDRAM and dual-link DVI | |
Video out | Mini-DVI, VGA, S-video and composite (adapter sold separately) | DVI, VGA, S-video and composite | |
Audio | Audio line-in, headphone-out, stereo speakers, microphone | Combined analog and optical digital line-in, combined analog and optical digital line-out, stereo speakers, microphone | |
Hard disk drive1 | 80GB Ultra ATA/100; 5400 rpm | 120GB Ultra ATA/100; 5400 rpm | |
Slot-loading optical drive | 8x SuperDrive (DVD±RW/CD-RW) | 8x SuperDrive (DVD+R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) | |
Ethernet | Built-in 10/100BASE-T | Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit) | |
Wireless 2 | Built-in 54-Mbps AirPort Extreme (Wi-Fi 802.11g); built-in Bluetooth 2.0+EDR | ||
Modem 3 | Built-in 56K V.92 modem | ||
Keyboard | Full size | Full size, illuminated with ambient light sensor | |
Expansion | One FireWire 400 and two USB 2.0 ports | One FireWire 400, one FireWire 800, two USB 2.0 ports, and Type I/II PC Card slot | |
Weight | 4.6 pounds | 5.6 pounds | 6.9 pounds |
Footprint | 10.9 x 8.6 inches | 13.7 x 9.5 inches | 15.4 x 10.2 inches |
Thickness | 1.18 inches | 1.1 inches | 1 inch |
Battery life | Up to 5 hours | Up to 5.5 hours | |
System software | Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger (includes Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat AV, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Classic environment, Xcode Developer Tools) | ||
Software | iLife ’05 (includes iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie HD, iDVD, GarageBand), Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive, Zinio Reader, Art Directors Toolkit, FileMaker Pro Trial, GraphicConverter, OmniGraffle, OmniOutliner, QuickBooks For Mac New User Edition, and Apple Hardware Test | ||
Video accessories | Mini-DVI to DVI adapter, mini-DVI to VGA adapter | S-video to composite adapter, DVI to VGA adapter | |
Hardware accessories | Modem cable, power adapter, AC wall plug, power cord, lithium-ion battery | ||
Limited warranty and service | Your PowerBook G4 comes with 90 days of telephone support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan and get three years of service and support. Only the AppleCare Protection Plan provides you with direct telephone support from Apple technical experts and the assurance that repairs will be handled by Apple-certified technicians using genuine Apple parts. For more information, visit Apple support or call 800-823-2775. | ||
Build-to-Order Options | Order a custom-configured PowerBook G4 from the online Apple Store or an authorized Apple reseller. |
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Memory | 512MB, 1GB SO-DIMMs; upgradable to 1.25GB on 12-inch model and to 2GB on 15- and 17-inch models |
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Technical Specifications
Processor and Memory
1.67GHz PowerPC G4 processor with Velocity Engine, 512K SRAM on-chip L2 cache, 167MHz system bus
512MB (single SO-DIMM) of PC2-4200 DDR2 SDRAM running at 333MHz; two SO-DIMM slots; support for up to 2GB
Storage1
120GB 5400-rpm or optional 100GB 7200-rpm Ultra ATA/100 hard drive with Sudden Motion Sensor
Slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD+R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
Maximum write: 8x DVD-R and DVD+R; 4x DVD-RW and DVD+RW; 2.4 DVD+R (double layer), 24x CD-R; 16x CD-RW
Maximum read: 8x DVD-ROM (single layer); 6x DVD-ROM (double layer), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R and DVD+RW; 24x CD-R
Optional slot-loading Combo drive (DVD-ROM/CD-RW)
Maximum write: 24x CD-R; 16x CD-RW
Maximum read: 8x DVD; 24x CD
Communications
Built-in 54-Mbps AirPort Extreme wireless networking (based on 802.11g standard; Wi-Fi Certified for 802.11g and 802.11b interoperability)3
Built-in Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit) Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
Built-in 56K V.92 modem (RJ-11 connector)4
Expansion
One FireWire 800 port at up to 800 Mbps; one FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394a) port at up to 400 Mbps5
Two USB 2.0 ports at up to 480 Mbps
Type I/II PC Card slot
Display
17-inch (diagonal) TFT display
Support for millions of colors at 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution
Support for resolutions of 1680 x 1050 (native), 1440 x 852, 1280 x 1024, 1280 x 800, 1152 x 720, 1024 x 768, 1024 x 640, 800 x 500, 720 x 480 and 640 x 480 at 16:10 aspect ratio; 1280 x 1024, 1024 x 768, 800 x 600 and 640 x 480 at 4:3 aspect ratio; 720 x 480 at 3:2 aspect ratio
Video and graphics support
ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 graphics processor with AGP 4X support and 128MB of DDR SDRAM video memory
Dual-link DVI functionality
Dual display and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports up to 1680 x 1050 pixels on the built-in display and up to 2560 x 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors 6
DVI output port
VGA output using included DVI to VGA adapter
S-video output port
Composite video output using included S-video to composite adapter
Audio
Combined optical digital input/audio line in (minijack)
Combined optical digital output/headphone out (minijack)
Two built-in stereo speakers
Internal omnidirectional microphone
Security
Kensington cable lock slot
Battery and power
58-watt-hour lithium-ion battery (with integrated charge indicator LEDs) providing up to 5.5 hours of battery life7
65W power adapter with cable management system
Power adapter port
Keyboard and trackpad
Built-in full-size keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys, 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement) and embedded keypad
Illuminated fiber-optic, backlit keyboard with ambient light sensor
Solid-state trackpad provides precise cursor control; supports tap, double-tap, drag and scrolling capabilities
Electrical and environmental requirements
Meets ENERGY STAR requirements
Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC
Frequency: 50 to 60Hz
Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
Storage temperature: -13° to 113° F (-25° to 45° C)
Relative humidity: 0% to 90% noncondensing
Maximum operating altitude: 10,000 ft
Maximum storage altitude: 15,000 ft
Maximum shipping altitude: 35,000 ft
Size and weight
Height: 1.0 inch (2.6 cm)
Width: 15.4 inches (39.2 cm)
Depth: 10.2 inches (25.9 cm)
Weight: 6.9 pounds (3.1 kg) with battery and optical drive installed8
1GB = 1 billion bytes; actual formatted capacity less.
Wireless Internet access requires base station or other wireless access point and Internet access (fees may apply). Achieving data rates up to 54 Mbps requires that all users have an AirPort Extreme Card and connect to an AirPort Extreme Base Station. Some ISPs are not currently compatible with AirPort. Range may vary with site conditions.
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.
Burning DVDs in iDVD requires an Apple SuperDrive, but iDVD projects can be saved as an archive on a Combo drive and later transferred to a SuperDrive-equipped system and burned to a DVD.
Actual rates will vary.
Some third-party DVI displays may not support all resolutions. Actual resolutions and refresh rates depend on the monitor.
Battery life depends on configuration and use.
Actual weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.
Internet access requires a compatible Internet service provider; fees may apply. Product includes electronic documentation. Backup copy of software is included. Product specifications are subject to change without notice.