Apple MacBook MB881LL/A Notebook
Apple MacBook MB881LL/A Notebook is 13.3” notebook powered by 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor and geared with 2 GB RAM, 120 GB hard drive for storage and slot loading SuperDrive.
The MacBook MB881LL/A Notebook is intelligently designed for digital lifestyle as it combines the elements of affordability, innovation and performance. It measures a mere 1.08” thin and weighs 5 pounds and built in durable polycarbonate shell in white. Plus, it is equipped with a unique keyboard design that sits flush against the bed for a sleeker, lower profile. Not only that, it is built with a webcam called iSight video camera and Apple’s magnetically connected MagSafe power adapter, which safely disconnects when under strain.
Moreover, it is powered by Intel Core 2 Duo processor which features 2.0 GHz processor speed, 1066 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and 3 MB L2 cache. An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up the system’s performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance. Not only that, its new hafnium-infused circuitry reduces electrical current leakage in transistors, therefore conserves more energy, providing more operation time for user. With a substantial 3 MB of shared L2 cache, data and instructions can be kept close to the two processor cores, greatly increasing performance and allowing the entire system to work more efficiently. And, because the processor cores share the L2 cache, either can use the entire amount if the other happens to be idle.
The MacBook is preloaded with Apple’s Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system, which enables easy backup of your most important data via Time Machine, a redesigned desktop that helps eliminate clutter. It also comes with the iLife ‘09 suite of applications including iPhoto, iMovie, Garageband, iTunes and Safari web browser.
Furthermore, it is installed with 120 GB Serial-ATA (SATA) hard drive (5400 RPM) that makes job faster with a higher speed transfer of data akin to FireWire and USB 2.0. The 2 GB of PC5300 DDR2 RAM (two SO-DIMMs of 512 MB) have 667 MHz speed, and the RAM capacity can be increased to 4 GB.
In addition, it is built-in with 802.11n wireless networking provides up to five times the performance and twice the range of 802.11g, but it’s also backward-compatible with 802.11a/b/g routers, enabling you to communicate with the a wide variety of Wi-Fi resources. It works seamlessly with the new AirPort Extreme with 802.11n. Aside of internet connection, it lets user to connect the notebook to a Bluetooth enabled device such as mobile phones, PDAs and camera. Also, it allows user to synchronize addresses, or download pictures from cell phones. With both features, user can use a wireless headset for iChat audio chats and VoIP calls.
In term of display and graphics, the 13.3 inches widescreen monitor delivers sharp and glossy look. Besides, it features 1280 x 800 of resolution making it a suitable for entertainment hub. It uses integrated NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor, which shares 256 MB of DDR2 SDRAM with main memory. Graphics-intensive features in iPhoto and iMovie are smoother and 3D game play.
It is built with an integrated webcam called iSight that enables easy video conferencing as well as allows user to snap pictures or video and create video podcasts. It supports most of instant messaging services such as MSN Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger and Gtalk. Using the iChat AV application, video conferencing is integrated into your iChat buddy list, thus let you hold audio chats with up to 10 people and provides high-quality audio compression and full-duplex sound so conversation can flow naturally.
Even more, it is equipped with 4x slot-loading DVD-ROM/CD-RW combo drive writes 24x CD-R, 16x CD-RW; reads CDs at 24x and DVDs at 8x. Also, it features Mini-DVI port for video output (VGA adapter and mini-DVI to DVI adapter sold separately). Also, it is built with stereo speakers and omnidirectional microphone. There are two USB 2.0 ports and one FireWire 400 port. It features l-size keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys, 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement), and embedded numeric keypad. Moreover, it features solid-state scrolling trackpad for precise cursor control and also supports two-finger scrolling, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities. It is installed with Kensington cable lock slot. The notebook meets ENERGY STAR requirement which means it is an energy efficient product.
It measures 12.78 x 8.92 x 1.08 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 5 pounds. The standard package content includes MacBook, 60W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, and power cord, lithium-polymer battery, install/restore DVDs, printed and electronic documentation. Software pre-installed in the MacBook are 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); Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive; and iWork ‘08 (30-day trial).
