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Apple MacBook Pro MA897LL/A “Core 2 Duo” 2.4 17″ 2007 Specs
MacBookPro3,1 – A1229
About this Mac
The Apple MacBook Pro MA897LL/A went on sale in June 2007. Although it looks like the PowerBook G4 that preceded it, one of its key differences is the Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz processor (T7700) that powers it. The MacBook Pro is developed to suit the more power hungry individuals and allows its owners to do complex work on the go. The MacBook Pro comes with a 17 -inch screen as standard. Further device specifications and capabilities for this MacBook Pro can be found below.
2.4 GHZCore 2 Duo
2 GB
160 GB Hard Drive
5.75 Hours
Storage
The device comes with an impressive 160.0 GB Serial ATA (5400 rpm) hard drive with “Sudden Motion Sensor”. It is incorporated in the previous PowerBook and iBook lines to ensure the safety of your data in event of any accidental damage.
Screen Size and Resolution
The MacBook Pro has a 17” widescreen that incorporates a TFT active-matrix “matte” or “glossy”. It ensures clear visuals from most wide angles. It provides a 67% brighter back panel than the PowerBook that preceded it. It also supports a 1680×1050 Native Resolution along with other resolution options such as 1024×768 and 1152×720.
Processor& Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
The MacBook Pro comes with a pre-installed MacOS X 10.4.9 which runs on a 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor (T7700) and the NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT graphics processor with 256 MB of GDDR3 video memory and dual-link DVI functionality.
Memory & Architecture
Applications are guaranteed to run efficiently with a 4 MB Level 2 cache plus a 667 MHz frontside bus with2 GB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-5300) for its RAM. All of this is centered around a 64-Bit architecture.
Battery Life
The MacBook Pro comes with a 68-watt-hour lithium polymer battery that can last as long as 5.75 hours. This put its official battery life lower than its predecessor the PowerBook.
Upgradability
MBP MA897LL/A can be upgraded from 2 GB RAM to up to 6 GB RAM. The operating system of the MacBook Pro can also be updated from its pre-installed MacOS X 10.4.9 (8Q1058) to up to MacOS X 10.11. Itcan also run it’s Windows counterpart, Windows OS XP SP 2 (32-Bit) and operating systems as recent as the Windows Vista (32-Bit). With dimensions of 1.0 in x 15.4 in x 10.4 in and weight of 6.8 lbs. (3.08 kg) the MacBook Pro 17- Inch Core 2 Duo is a portable device packed with features that make it a great device. Definitely portable enough to be convenient to use, but best to plug it in for the majority of the time.
Inclusive Features
The MacBook Pro includes the following features and ports:
- 4 Single-Layer (SL) DVD-RW/CD-RW SuperDrive
- AirPort Extreme (802.11g) which allows connection to the best Wi-Fi bands available
- Bluetooth 2.0+ EDR allowing for quick PAN (Personal Area Network) connections and transfers
- Gigabit Ethernet is provided for your Local Area Network (LAN) connections
- Two USB 2.0 ports are supplied for the connection of external keyboards, printers, external hard disks etc.
- Optical digital audio in/out for connecting some external audio equipment like headphones and microphones
- Video out (mini-DVI) this allows for maximum resolution of 2560×1600 for 2nd display support either dual or mirroring your built-in 17” display
- Scrolling TrackPad allowing for clicking, double-clicking and dragging without the need of an external mouse
Also included are:
- Inbuilt iSight video camera
- Apple Remote for Apple Front Row software
- MagSafe power connector
| Introduced:June 5, 2007 | Discontinued: February 26, 2008 | ||
| Screen Size and Resolution | Memory | ||
| Screen Size | 17 inches | Level 1 Cache | 32k/32k |
| Resolution | 1680×1050 | Level 2/Level 3 Cache | 4 MB on chip |
| Processor | RAM Type | PC2-5300 DDR2 | |
| Processors | 1 (2 Cores) | Min. RAM Speed | 667 MHz |
| Architecture | 64-Bit | Standard RAM | 2 GB |
| Speed | 2.4 GHz | Maximum RAM | 6 GB |
| Type | Core 2 Duo (T7700) | RAM Slots | 2 |
| Processor Upgrade | Soldered | Motherboard RAM | None |
| FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
| System Bus Speed | 800 MHz | Video Card | GeForce 8600M GT |
| Cache Bus Speed | 2.4 GHz (Built-in) | VRAM Type | GDDR3 SDRAM |
| ROM/Firmware | EFI | Standard VRAM | 128 MB |
| EFI Architecture | 64-Bit | Maximum VRAM | 256 MB |
| Storage | Inclusive Features and Ports | ||
| Standard Storage | 160 GB HDD | Standard Optical Drive | 8X DL “SuperDrive” |
| Storage Speed | 5400 RPM | Standard Ethernet | 10/100/1000Base-T |
| Storage Dimensions | 2.5” (9.5 mm) | Standard Modem | None |
| Storage Interface | Serial ATA (1.5 Gb/s) | Standard Air Port | 802.11a/b/g/n |
| Battery | Standard Bluetooth | 2.0+EDR | |
| Type | 68 W h Li-Poly | USB Port 2.0 | 3 |
| Battery Life | 5.75 hours | FireWire 400 | 1 |
| Description | Keyboard | Full-size | |
| Case Type | Notebook | Inclusive Input | Trackpad |
| Form Factor | MacBook Pro | S-Video Output | None |
| Apple Order No | MA897LL/A | Microphone | 1 |
| Apple Subfamily | MacBook Pro | Headphone | 1 |
| Apple Model Number | A1229 (EMC 2137) | Sound Out | 1 |
| Model ID | MacBook Pro 3.1 | Power Adapter | 1 |
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