MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010)
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MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010) Specifications

Complete Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010) technical specifications · model numbers, colors, storage, dimensions and hardware details.

Chip: 1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB on-chip shared L2 cache; or optional 1.6GHz In… Display: 11.6-inch (diagonal) high-resolution LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support f… 1366 by 768 Camera: Mini DisplayPort; Pure digital video output; DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to DVI Ada…
Display
11.6-inch (diagonal) high-resolution LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support for millions of color… · 1366 by 768
Chip
1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB on-chip shared L2 cache; or optional 1.6GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with …
Storage / Colors
64GB, 128GB · Supported resolutions: 1366 by 768 (native), 1344 by 756, 1280 by 720, 1024 by 576 pixels at 16:9 aspect ratio
Weight / OS
1060 g

Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010) technical specifications

This page contains complete technical specifications for Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010), including display, chip, storage, colors, model numbers, dimensions, weight, operating system, connectivity, battery information and other hardware details.

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Display

  • 11.6-inch (diagonal) high-resolution LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support for millions of colors
  • Supported resolutions: 1366 by 768 (native), 1344 by 756, 1280 by 720, 1024 by 576 pixels at 16:9 aspect ratio; 1152 by 720, 1024 by 640, and 800 by 500 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

iAccessories

  • MacBook Air SuperDrive
  • Play or burn discs directly with the external USB-based MacBook Air SuperDrive. Thin, light, and easy to take with you, this drive is designed specifically for MacBook Air.
  • Slot-loading 8x SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
  • Size: 139 x 139 x 17 mm / 5.47 x 5.47 x 0.67 inches (L x W x H)
  • Weight: 335 g (0.74 pound)
  • Requires MacBook Air with available USB 2.0 port
  • MagSafe Airline Adapter
  • Plug into your airline seat power port and keep MacBook Air powered up for the entire flight.
  • Connect your MacBook Air to an external display or projector using one of these adapters.
  • Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter
  • Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter
  • Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter
  • Time Capsule
  • AirPort Extreme Base Station
  • AirPort Express Base Station
  • Apple Wireless Keyboard
  • Magic Mouse
  • AppleCare Protection Plan

iAcoustic Performance

  • DECLARED NOISE EMISSIONS in accordance with ISO 9296
  • Sound Power Level LWAd (B) 1 B = 10 dBSound Pressure Level Operator Position LpAm (dB)Idle2.67Hard drive accessingno valueno valueCD drive accessingno valueno value
  • 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

  • Stereo speakers
  • Omnidirectional microphone
  • Headphone minijack
  • Support for Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic

Battery and power5

  • Built-in 35-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery
  • 45W MagSafe power adapter with cable management system
  • MagSafe power port
  • Up to 5 hrs wireless productivity
  • Up to 30 days standby time

iCommunications

  • AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi wireless networking4 (based on IEEE 802.11n specification); IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible
  • Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) wireless technology
  • Apple USB Ethernet Adapter (sold separately)

iConfigurations

  • 11-inch MacBook Air (MC505LL/A)11-inch MacBook Air (MC506LL/A)EnclosurePrecision aluminum unibodyProcessor1.4GHz Intel Core 2 DuoL2 cache3MB sharedSystem bus800MHzMemory2GB of 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM onboard (4GB maximum)Storage264GB of flash storage128GB of flash storageSlot-loading optical driveOptional external USB MacBook Air SuperDrive (sold separately)GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce 320M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory3VideoFaceTime camera; Mini DisplayPort output port with support for DVI, VGA, dual-link DVI, and HDMI (requires adapters, sold separately)Display11.6-inch (diagonal) high-resolution LED-backlit glossy widescreen display, 1366-by-768 resolutionUSBTwo USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps)AudioStereo speakers, omnidirectional microphone, headphone minijackNetworkingApple USB Ethernet Adapter (sold separately)WirelessAirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (based on IEEE 802.11n specification)4; Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) wireless technologyHardware accessories45W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, power cordLimited warranty and serviceYour MacBook Air comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan to extend your service and support to three years from your computer’s purchase date. Only the AppleCare Protection Plan provides you with direct telephone support from Apple technica…

iDVD or CD Sharing

  • Without a built-in optical drive, how do you install new applications? Simply use DVD or CD Sharing. This convenient feature of Mac OS X lets you wirelessly “borrow” the optical drive of a nearby Mac or PC. So you can install applications from a DVD or CD and have full access to an optical drive without having to carry one around.

iElectrical and operating requirements

  • Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC
  • Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz
  • Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
  • (10° to 35° C)
  • Storage temperature: -13° to 113° F (-24° to 45° C)
  • (-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 Report

  • MacBook Air is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:
  • Highly recyclable aluminum enclosure
  • Mercury-free LED-backlit display
  • Arsenic-free glass
  • BFR-free
  • PVC-free6
  • Meets ENERGY STAR requirements
  • Rated EPEAT Gold7

iGraphics and video support

  • Mini DisplayPort
  • Pure digital video output
  • DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter (sold separately)
  • VGA output using Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter (sold separately)
  • Dual-link DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter (sold separately)
  • HDMI output using a third-party Mini DisplayPort to HDMI adapter (sold separately)
  • NVIDIA GeForce 320M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory3
  • Dual display and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors
  • FaceTime camera

iIncluded software

  • Mac OS X Snow Leopard
  • Includes iTunes, Time Machine, Quick Look, Spaces, Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Photo Booth, Front Row, and more.
  • iLife
  • Includes iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, iWeb, and iDVD.

iKeyboard and trackpad

  • Full-size keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement)
  • Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control; supports inertial scrolling, pinch, rotate, swipe, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities

Peripheral connections

  • USB 2.0
  • Mini DisplayPort
  • MagSafe
  • Headphone
  • Microphone

Processor and memory

  • 1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB on-chip shared L2 cache; or optional 1.6GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB shared L2 cache
  • 800MHz frontside bus
  • 2GB of 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM onboard (4GB maximum)

Size and weight

  • Height: 0.11-0.68 inch (0.3-1.7 cm)
  • Width: 11.8 inches (29.95 cm)
  • Depth: 7.56 inches (19.2 cm)
  • Weight: 2.3 pounds (1.06 kg)1

iStorage2

  • Flash Storage64GB
  • 64GB
  • Flash Storage128GB
  • 128GB

iWhat’s in the box

  • 11-inch MacBook Air
  • 45W MagSafe power adapter, AC wall plug, and power cord
  • Printed and electronic documentation
  • Software Reinstall Drive

MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010) FAQ

What is the display size of Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010)?

Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010) has 11.6-inch (diagonal) high-resolution LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support f… with 1366 by 768 resolution.

What chip does Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010) use?

Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010) uses 1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB on-chip shared L2 cache; or optional 1.6GHz In….

What storage capacities are available for Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010)?

Available storage capacities include 64GB, 128GB.