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Apple MacBook Pro MC371LL/A “Core i5″ 2.4 15” Mid 2010 Specs
MacBook Pro Mid-2010 15″ – MC371LL/A – MacBookPro6,2 – A1286 – 2353
About this MacBook Pro
Midway through 2010, Apple introduced a new MacBook Pro line-up powered by “Intel Core i5” processors. The first in the line-up is the MacBook Pro “Core i5” 2.4 GHz 15-inch. Some of the main characteristics that make it a relevant device even in today’s standards include – coming with two graphics processors built into it, the NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M (providing better graphics) and Intel HD Graphics (providing better battery life) the switch between the two is determined by the operating system depending on what applications are in use. A turbo boost for the processor speed is also supported on this system when there is a significant workload. It is a device of high quality and one that still holds sway among its peers from other competitors to date.
2.4 GHz Core i5
4 GB
320 GB HDD
8-9 Hours
Storage
The Hard drive storage is increased to 320 GB capacity which is almost double the previous year. This may seem small by today’s standards but considering the base model MacBook Pro 2017 has only 256 GB SDD, this is fairly large storage for the time.
Screen Size and Resolution
This version of the MacBook Pro came in with a 15.4’ screen but also a customizable display. The default display is the TFT active-matrix “glossy” display (1440×900 native resolution) but for US$100 you could get a custom “high-resolution glossy” 1680×1050 display and for US$150 get a custom “high-resolution antiglare” 1680×1050 display.
Processor& Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
This MacBook Pro comes pre-installed with macOS X 10.6.3 (10D2094) and runs on a 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 l5-520M (Arrandale) processor. The two graphics processors shipped with the device are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M with 256 MB of dedicated GDDR3 memory and Intel HD Graphics with 256 MB of RAM shared with the system.
Memory & Architecture
Your applications installed on the a1286 MacBook Pro are also guaranteed to run smoothly with a 256k level 2 cache and a 3 MB Level 3 cache plus a 1066 MHz frontside bus with 4 GB of 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM (PC3-8500) for its RAM, all this is centered around a 64-Bit architecture.
Battery Life
The MacBook Pro comes with a 77.5-watt-hour lithium polymer battery that provides 8 – 9 hours of wireless use. This battery configuration is the now commonnon-swappable type that is noted in more recent models.
Upgradability
This MacBook Pro can be upgraded from 4 GB RAM to up to 8 GB RAM however, many individuals noted that more than 4 GB of RAM would be beneficial due to the nature of MacBook Pro users. The Operating System of the MacBook Pro can also be upgraded from its pre-installed MacOS X 10.6.3 (10D2094) to up to current MacOS X. It can also be a host to Windows OS XP SP 2 (32-Bit) and accommodates operating systems as recent as the Windows 8.1 (64-Bit).This MacBook Pro comes with dimensions of 0.95 x 14.35 x 9.82 in and a weight of 5.6 lbs (2.54 kg). Again, very similar to previous generations which is impressive considering the more advanced technology being packed into the same shell.
Inclusive Features
The MacBook Pro includes the following features and ports:
- 8X DL “SuperDrive”
- AirPort Extreme (802.11a/b/g/n) which allows connection to the best Wi-Fi bands available
- Bluetooth 2.1+ EDR allowing for quick PAN (Personal Area Network) connections and transfers
- FireWire 800 port
- 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
- Mini DisplayPort that supports an external display of 2560×1600 and can pass audio signals
- SD Card Slot
- No button glass multi-touch trackpad with support for new “four finger” gestures and programmable zones
| Introduced: April 13, 2010 | Discontinued: February 24, 2011 | ||
| Screen Size and Resolution | Memory | ||
| Screen Size | 15.4″ Widescreen | Level 1 Cache | 32k/32k x 2 |
| Resolution | 1440×900 | Level 2/Level 3 Cache | 256k x 2, 3 MB |
| Processor | RAM Type | PC3-8500 DDR3 | |
| Processors | 1 (2 Cores) | Min. RAM Speed | 1066 MHz |
| Architecture | 64-Bit | Standard RAM | 4 GB |
| Speed | 2.4 GHz | Maximum RAM | 8 GB |
| Type | Core i5 (l5-520M) | RAM Slots | 2 |
| Processor Upgrade | Soldered | Motherboard RAM | None |
| FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
| System Bus Speed | 2.5 GT/s | Video Card | GeForce 330M |
| Cache Bus Speed | 2.4 GHz (Built-in) | VRAM Type | GDDR3 |
| ROM/Firmware | EFI | Standard VRAM | 256 MB |
| EFI Architecture | 64-Bit | Maximum VRAM | 256 MB |
| Storage | Inclusive Features and Ports | ||
| Standard Storage | 320 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 (3 Gb/s) | Standard Air Port | 802.11a/b/g/n |
| Battery | Standard Bluetooth | 2.1+EDR | |
| Type | 77.5 W h Li-Poly | USB Ports | 2 (2.0) |
| Battery Life | 8–9 hours | Firewire Ports | 1 (800) |
| Description | Keyboard | Full-size | |
| Case Type | Notebook | Inclusive Input | Trackpad (Inertial) |
| Form Factor | MacBook Pro (Unibody) | SD Card Slot | One |
| Apple Order No | MC371LL/A | Microphone | 1 |
| Apple Subfamily | Mid-2010 15” | Headphone | 1 |
| Apple Model Number | A1286 (EMC 2353) | Sound Out | 1 |
| Model ID | MacBook Pro 6,2 | Power Adapter | 1 |
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