iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009)
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iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009) Specifications

Complete Apple iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009) technical specifications · model numbers, colors, storage, dimensions and hardware details.

Chip: One of the following:2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor;… Display: Built-in 20-inch (viewable) glossy widescreen TFT active-matrix liquid crystal display; R… 1680 by 1050 pixel Camera: NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory3…
Display
Built-in 20-inch (viewable) glossy widescreen TFT active-matrix liquid crystal display; Resolution: 1680 by 1… · 1680 by 1050 pixel
Chip
One of the following:2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor; 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo proce…
Storage / Colors
160GB, 320GB · Resolution: 1680 by 1050 pixels, Millions of colors at all resolutions, Typical viewing angle: 160° horizontal, 160° vertical
Weight / OS
9100 g

Apple iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009) technical specifications

This page contains complete technical specifications for Apple iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009), including display, chip, storage, colors, model numbers, dimensions, weight, operating system, connectivity, battery information and other hardware details.

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Display

  • Built-in 20-inch (viewable) glossy widescreen TFT active-matrix liquid crystal display
  • Resolution: 1680 by 1050 pixels
  • Millions of colors at all resolutions
  • Typical viewing angle: 160° horizontal , 160° vertical
  • Typical brightness: 290 cd/m2
  • Typical contrast ratio: 800:1

iAcoustic Performance

  • DECLARED NOISE EMISSIONS in accordance with ISO 9296
  • Sound Power LevelLWAd (B)1 B = 10 dBSound Pressure LevelOperator PositionLpAm (dB)Idle3.119Hard drive accessing3.120CD drive accessing3.323
  • LWAd is the statistical upper-limit A-weighted sound power level (rounded to the nearest 0.1 B).
  • LpAm is the mean A-weighted sound pressure level measured at the operator position (rounded to the nearest dB).
  • 1 B (bel) = 10 dB (decibel).

iAudio

  • Built-in stereo speakers
  • Internal 24-watt digital amplifier
  • Headphone/optical digital audio output (minijack)
  • Audio line in/optical digital audio input (minijack)
  • Built-in microphone
  • Support for Apple Stereo Headset with microphone

iCommunications

  • Built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi wireless networking (based on IEEE 802.11n draft specification);2 IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible
  • Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)

iConfigurations

  • Mac OS X includes iTunes, Time Machine, Quick Look, Spaces, Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Photo Booth, Front Row, Xcode Developer Tools)
  • iLife includes iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, iWeb, GarageBand
  • 2GB (two 1GB) or 4GB (two 2GB) Memory Upgrade
  • 4GB (two 2GB) Memory Upgrade
  • 320GB Hard Drive
  • Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad
  • Apple USB Modem

Connections and expansion

  • One FireWire 800 port; 7 watts
  • Total of six USB 2.0 ports: four ports on computer, two ports on wired keyboard

iElectrical and operating requirements

  • Line voltage: 100-240V AC
  • Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz, single phase
  • Maximum continuous power: 200W
  • Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
  • Storage temperature: -40° to 185° F (-40° to 85° C)
  • Relative humidity: 5% to 95% noncondensing
  • Maximum altitude: 10,000 feet

iEnvironmental Status Report

  • Arsenic-free display glass
  • BFR-free
  • PVC-free (internal cables)
  • Highly recyclable aluminum and glass enclosures
  • Meets ENERGY STAR 5.0 requirements
  • Rated EPEAT Gold

iGraphics and video support

  • NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory3
  • Mini DisplayPort output port with support for DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI via adapter4
  • Built-in iSight camera
  • Support for extended desktop and video mirroring modes
  • Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to a 30-inch display (2560 by 1600 pixels) on an external display

iOptions

  • Accessories
  • Time Capsule
  • AirPort Express Base Station
  • AirPort Extreme Base Station
  • Apple 8x DVD-R Media Kit
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter
  • Apple FireWire Cable
  • AppleCare Protection Plan
  • Applications
  • iWork
  • Aperture
  • Logic Express

Processor and memory

  • One of the following:2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor
  • 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor
  • 2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor
  • 3MB shared L2 cache at full processor speed
  • 1066MHz frontside bus
  • 1GB (one 1GB SO-DIMM) or 2GB (two 1GB SO-DIMMs) of 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM; two SO-DIMM slots support up to 8GB

Size and weight

  • 20-inch iMac
  • Height: 18.5 inches (46.9 cm)
  • Width: 19.1 inches (48.5 cm)
  • Depth: 7.4 inches (18.9 cm)
  • Weight: 20 pounds (9.1 kg)1

iStorage

  • Hard drive5
  • 160GB 7200-rpm Serial ATA hard drive5Optional 320GB 7200-rpm Serial ATA hard drive
  • Optional 320GB 7200-rpm Serial ATA hard drive
  • Optical drive
  • Slot-loading 8x SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
  • Writes DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL discs at up to 4x speed
  • Writes DVD-R and DVD+R discs at up to 8x speed
  • Writes DVD-RW discs at up to 6x speed and DVD+RW discs at up to 8x speed
  • Reads DVDs at up to 8x speed
  • 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

iWhat’s in the box

  • iMac
  • Apple Keyboard
  • Mighty Mouse
  • Cleaning cloth
  • Power cord
  • Install/restore DVDs
  • Printed and electronic documentation

iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009) FAQ

What is the display size of Apple iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009)?

Apple iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009) has Built-in 20-inch (viewable) glossy widescreen TFT active-matrix liquid crystal display; R… with 1680 by 1050 pixel resolution.

What chip does Apple iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009) use?

Apple iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009) uses One of the following:2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor;….

What storage capacities are available for Apple iMac (20-inch, Mid 2009)?

Available storage capacities include 160GB, 320GB.