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MacBook (Early 2008 and Late 2008) Technical specifications

Complete Apple MacBook (Early 2008 and Late 2008) specifications · View model numbers, colors, dimensions, storage, display, chip, battery and full technical details.

Chip: 2.1GHz or 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB on-chip shared L2 cache running 1:1 … Display: 13.3-inch (diagonal) glossy widescreen TFT display with support for millions of colors; S… 1280 by 800 Camera: Intel GMA X3100 graphics processor with 144MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory3; Ext…
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Display
13.3-inch (diagonal) glossy widescreen TFT display with support for millions of colors; Supported resolutions… · 1280 by 800
Chip
2.1GHz or 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB on-chip shared L2 cache running 1:1 with processor speed; 800MHz f…
Storage / Colors
120GB, 160GB, 250GB · Supported resolutions: 1280 by 800 (native), 1152 by 720, 1024 by 768, 1024 by 640
Weight / Operating System
2270 g

Apple MacBook (Early 2008 and Late 2008) technical specifications

This page contains complete technical specifications for Apple MacBook (Early 2008 and Late 2008), including display, chip, storage, colors, model numbers, dimensions, weight, operating system, connectivity, battery information and other hardware details.

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▣Display

  • 13.3-inch (diagonal) glossy widescreen TFT display with support for millions of colors
  • Supported resolutions: 1280 by 800 (native), 1152 by 720, 1024 by 768, 1024 by 640, 800 by 600, 800 by 500, 720 by 480, and 640 by 480 pixels at 16:10 aspect ratio; 1024 by 768, 800 by 600, and 640 by 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio; 720 by 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio

iAudio

  • Built-in stereo speakers
  • Built-in omnidirectional microphone
  • Combined optical digital audio input/audio line in (minijack)
  • Combined optical digital audio output/audio line out (minijack)

⚡Battery and power5

  • 55-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery
  • 60W MagSafe Power Adapter with cable management system

iCommunications

  • Built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi wireless networking2 (based on IEEE 802.11n draft specification); IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible
  • Built-in Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
  • Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)

iConfigurations

  • 2.1GHz MacBook (MB402LL/A)2.4GHz MacBook (MB403LL/A)2.4GHz MacBook (MB404LL/A)ColorWhiteWhiteBlackProcessor2.1GHz Intel Core 2 Duo2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo2.4GHz Intel Core 2 DuoL2 cache3MB shared3MB shared3MB sharedSystem bus800MHz800MHz800MHzMemory1GB (two 512MB) of 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-5300); supports up to 4GB2GB (two 1GB) of 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-5300); supports up to 4GB2GB (two 1GB) of 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-5300); supports up to 4GBHard drive4120GB Serial ATA; 5400 rpm160GB Serial ATA; 5400 rpm250GB Serial ATA; 5400 rpmSlot-loading optical driveCombo drive (DVD-ROM/CD-RW)8x SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)GraphicsIntel GMA X3100 graphics processor with 144MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory3VideoBuilt-in iSight camera; mini-DVI output port with support for DVI, VGA, S-video, and composite video (requires adapters, sold separately)Display13.3-inch (diagonal) glossy TFT widescreen display, 1280 by 800 resolutionFireWireOne FireWire 400 port (up to 400 Mbps)USBTwo USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps)AudioBuilt-in stereo speakers, built-in omnidirectional microphone, combined optical digital audio input/audio line in, combined optical digital audio output/audio line outNetworkingBuilt-in 10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit) EthernetWirelessBuilt-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (based on IEEE 802.11n draft specification)2; built-in Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) moduleHardware …

⌁Connections and expansion

  • MagSafe power port
  • Gigabit Ethernet port
  • Mini-DVI port
  • FireWire 400 port (up to 400 Mbps)
  • Two USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps)
  • Audio line in
  • Audio line out
  • Kensington cable lock slot

iElectrical and operating requirements

  • Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC
  • Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz
  • Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
  • Storage temperature: -13° to 113° F (-24° to 45° C)
  • Relative humidity: 0% to 90% noncondensing
  • Maximum operating altitude: 10,000 feet
  • Maximum storage altitude: 15,000 feet
  • Maximum shipping altitude: 35,000 feet

iEnvironmental status

  • Majority of circuit board laminates are free of brominated flame retardants
  • Majority of internal cables are PVC-free
  • Meets ENERGY STAR requirements

iGraphics and video support

  • Intel GMA X3100 graphics processor with 144MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory3
  • Extended desktop and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 1920 by 1200 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors
  • Built-in iSight camera
  • Mini-DVI port
  • Pure digital video output
  • DVI output using mini-DVI to DVI adapter (optional)
  • VGA output using mini-DVI to VGA adapter (optional)
  • Composite output using mini-DVI to video adapter (optional)
  • S-video output using mini-DVI to video adapter (optional)

iInput

  • Built-in full-size keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement)
  • Solid-state scrolling trackpad for precise cursor control; supports two-finger scrolling, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities

iInstalled software

  • Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard (includes Time Machine, Quick Look, Spaces, Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Photo Booth, Front Row, Xcode Developer Tools)
  • iLife ’08 (includes iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, iWeb, GarageBand)

iOptions

  • Time Capsule
  • Time Capsule is a full-featured AirPort Extreme base station with a built-in hard drive. Back up wirelessly and create a Wi-Fi network with one device.
  • 500GB or 1TB server-grade hard drive
  • Wi-Fi Certified for 802.11n draft 2.0
  • USB port for connecting a USB printer or USB external hard drive
  • Configure to order
  • 160GB (5400 rpm) hard drive
  • 250GB (5400 rpm) hard drive
  • Up to 4GB of 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM
  • Apple Remote
  • Apple USB Modem
  • Apple Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter
  • Apple Mini-DVI to VGA Adapter
  • Aperture 2
  • Final Cut Express
  • Logic Express
  • iWork ’08
  • Accessories
  • AirPort Extreme Base Station
  • AirPort Express Base Station
  • MagSafe Airline Adapter
  • Apple Mini-DVI to Video Adapter
  • AppleCare Protection Plan
  • .Mac Subscription
  • Apple Wireless Keyboard
  • Apple wireless Mighty Mouse
  • Apple Keyboard
  • Apple wired Mighty Mouse

⚙Processor and memory

  • 2.1GHz or 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB on-chip shared L2 cache running 1:1 with processor speed
  • 800MHz frontside bus
  • 1GB (two 512MB SO-DIMMs) or 2GB (two 1GB SO-DIMMs) of 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM; two SO-DIMM slots support up to 4GB

↔Size and weight

  • Height: 1.08 inch (2.75 cm)
  • Width: 12.78 inches (32.5 cm)
  • Depth: 8.92 inches (22.7 cm)
  • Weight: 5.0 pounds (2.27 kg)1

iStorage

  • 2.1GHz MacBook
  • 120GB 5400-rpm Serial ATA hard disk drive; optional 160GB or 250GB 5400-rpm drive4
  • 24x slot-loading 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 CDs at up to 24x speed; reads DVDs at up to 8x speed
  • 2.4GHz MacBook
  • 160GB or 250GB 5400-rpm Serial ATA hard disk drive
  • 8x slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
  • (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
  • Maximum write: 8x DVD-R, DVD+R; 4x DVD-R DL (double layer), DVD+R DL (double layer), DVD-RW, DVD+RW; 24x CD-R; 10x CD-RW
  • Maximum read: 8x DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-ROM; 6x DVD-ROM (double layer DVD-9), DVD-R DL (double layer), DVD+R DL (double layer), DVD-RW, and DVD+RW; 24x CD

iWhat’s in the box

  • MacBook
  • Display cleaning cloth
  • 60W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, and power cord
  • Lithium-polymer battery
  • Install/restore DVDs
  • Printed and electronic documentation

MacBook (Early 2008 and Late 2008) FAQ

What is the display size of Apple MacBook (Early 2008 and Late 2008)?

Apple MacBook (Early 2008 and Late 2008) has 13.3-inch (diagonal) glossy widescreen TFT display with support for millions of colors; S… with 1280 by 800.

What chip does Apple MacBook (Early 2008 and Late 2008) use?

Apple MacBook (Early 2008 and Late 2008) uses 2.1GHz or 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB on-chip shared L2 cache running 1:1 ….

What storage capacities are available for Apple MacBook (Early 2008 and Late 2008)?

Available storage capacities include 120GB, 160GB, 250GB.