MacBook (original)

The MacBook was a brand of Macintosh notebook computers built by Apple. First introduced in May 2006, it replaced the iBook and 12-inch PowerBook series of notebooks as a part of the Apple–Intel transition. Positioned as the low end of the MacBook family, the Apple MacBook was aimed at the consumer and education markets. It was the best-selling Macintosh in history, and a
ccording to the sales-research organization NPD Group in October 2008, the mid-range model of the MacBook was the single best-selling laptop of any brand in U.S. retail stores for the preceding five months.
There have been three separate designs of the MacBook: the original model used a combination of polycarbonate and fiberglass casing that was modeled after the iBook G4. The second type, introduced in October 2008 alongside the 15-inch MacBook Pro, used a similar unibody aluminum casing to the 15-inch Pro, and was updated and rebranded as the 13-inch MacBook Pro at the 2009 Apple Worldwide Developers Conference in June 2009. A third design, introduced in October 2009, used a unibody polycarbonate shell as aluminium is now reserved for the higher-end MacBook Pro. On July 20, 2011, the MacBook was quietly discontinued for consumer purchase in favor of the new MacBook Air. However, Apple continued to sell the MacBook to educational institutions until February 2012.
==Original polycarbonate model==
The original MacBook, available in black or white cases, was released on May 16, 2006, and used the Intel processor and , with Intel's integrated graphics on a 667 MHz . Later revisions of the MacBook moved to the processor and the chipset, with Intel's integrated graphics on an 800 MHz system bus. Sale of the black polycarbonate MacBook ceased in October 2008 after the introduction of the aluminum MacBook.
While thinner than the iBook G4 which it replaced, the MacBook is wider than the 12-inch model due to its widescreen display. In addition, the MacBook was one of the first (the first being the MacBook Pro) to adopt Apple's MagSafe power connector and it replaced the iBook's display port with a display port. The iBook's discrete graphics chip was initially replaced by an integrated solution, though the latest revisions of the MacBook were upgraded with the more powerful 9400M and later the 320M.
While the MacBook Pro largely followed the industrial design standard set by the PowerBook G4, the MacBook was Apple's first notebook to use features now standard in its notebooks: the glossy display, the sunken keyboard design, and the non-mechanical magnetic latch. With the late 2007 revision, the keyboard received several changes to closely mirror the one which shipped with the iMac, by adding the same keyboard short-cut to control multimedia, and removing the embedded and the Apple logo from the s.
A more expensive black model was offered until the introduction of the unibody aluminum MacBook. The polycarbonate MacBook was the only Macintosh notebook to be offered in more than one color since the iBook G3 (Clamshell).
===Ports===
The ports are all on the left edge; on early models, from front to back, they are: Kensington Security Slot, audio out, audio in, two USB 2.0 ports, FireWire 400, mini-DVI, Gigabit Ethernet, MagSafe power connector.
Ports for the white Macbook, on the left edge, from front to back: Kensington Security Slot, audio out, two USB 2.0 ports, mini-DVI, Gigabit Ethernet, MagSafe power connector.
The front edge features a short line-shaped power light and a round black infrared receiver, for Apple Remote; the right edge features only the disc slot.
===User serviceability===
The polycarbonate Intel MacBook is easier for users to than its predecessor. Where the iBook required substantial disassembly to access internal components such as the hard drive, users need only remove the battery and the RAM door to replace the MacBook drive. Apple provides do-it-yourself manuals for these tasks.
===Quality problems===
In February 2007, the Macbook was recalled because the graphics card and hard drive caused the computer to overheat, forcing the unit to shut down.
Some early polycarbonate MacBook models suffered from random shutdowns; Apple released a firmware update to resolve these random shutdowns.
There were also cases reported of discolored or chipping palmrests. There were many instances of the edges of the palm rest and screen bezel splitting and thin strips peeling off. In such cases, Apple asked affected owners to contact AppleCare.
There were problems with batteries on some models from 2007 not being read by the MacBook. This is caused by a logicboard fault and not a fault with the battery.
In February 2010, Apple announced a recall for MacBooks bought between 2006–2007 for hard drive issues. This is caused by heat and other problems.
===Model specifications===
Apple used the A1181 code, printed on the case, for this family of models, though 17 variations may be counted if color is included.http://www.everymac.com/systems/by_capability/mac-specs-by-model-number-family-number.html Apple model numbers
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Component 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Model 	Early 2006 	Late 2006 	Mid 2007 	Late 2007 (Santa Rosa) 	Early 2008 	Late 2008(White) 	Early 2009 (White) 	Mid 2009 (White) 	
Release date 	May 16, 2006 	November 8, 2006 	May 15, 2007 	November 1, 2007 	February 26, 2008 	October 14, 2008 	January 21, 2009 	May 27, 2009 	
Model numbers 	MA254*/A MA255*/A MA472*/A 	MA699*/A MA700*/A MA701*/A 	MB061*/A MB062*/A MB063*/A 	MB061*/B MB062*/B MB063*/B 	MB402*/A MB403*/A MB404*/A 	MB402*/B 	MB881*/A 	MC240*/A 	
Model identifier 	MacBook1,1 	MacBook2,1 	MacBook2,1 	MacBook3,1 	MacBook4,1 	MacBook4,2 	MacBook5,2 	MacBook5,2 	
 	13.3-inch glossy widescreen LCD, 1280 × 800 pixel resolution (, 16:10 = 8:5 aspect ratio) 	13.3-inch glossy widescreen LCD, 1280 × 800 pixel resolution (, 16:10 = 8:5 aspect ratio) 	13.3-inch glossy widescreen LCD, 1280 × 800 pixel resolution (, 16:10 = 8:5 aspect ratio) 	13.3-inch glossy widescreen LCD, 1280 × 800 pixel resolution (, 16:10 = 8:5 aspect ratio) 	13.3-inch glossy widescreen LCD, 1280 × 800 pixel resolution (, 16:10 = 8:5 aspect ratio) 	13.3-inch glossy widescreen LCD, 1280 × 800 pixel resolution (, 16:10 = 8:5 aspect ratio) 	13.3-inch glossy widescreen LCD, 1280 × 800 pixel resolution (, 16:10 = 8:5 aspect ratio) 	13.3-inch glossy widescreen LCD, 1280 × 800 pixel resolution (, 16:10 = 8:5 aspect ratio) 	
 	667 MHz 	667 MHz 	667 MHz 	800 MHz 	800 MHz 	800 MHz 	1066 MHz 	1066 MHz 	
Processor 	1.83 GHz or 2.0 GHzIntel Core Duo () 	1.83 GHz or 2.0 GHzIntel Core 2 Duo () 	2.0 GHz or 2.16 GHzIntel Core 2 Duo () 	2.0 GHz or 2.2 GHzIntel Core 2 Duo () 	2.1 GHz or 2.4 GHzIntel Core 2 Duo () 	2.1 GHzIntel Core 2 Duo () 	2.0 GHzIntel Core 2 Duo () 	2.13 GHzIntel Core 2 Duo () 	
MemoryTwo slots for 	512 MB (two 256 MB) 667 MHz PC2-5300Expandable to 2 GB 	512 MB (two 256 MB) or 1 GB (two 512 MB) 667 MHz PC2-5300Expandable to 4 GB (3 GB usable)5	1 GB (two 512 MB) 667 MHz PC2-5300Expandable to 4 GB (3 GB usable)5 	1 GB (two 512 MB) or 2 GB (two 1 GB) 667 MHz PC2-5300Expandable to 6 GB (4 GB supported by Apple)	1 GB (two 512 MB) or 2 GB (two 1 GB) 667 MHz PC2-5300Expandable to 6 GB (4 GB supported by Apple)	1 GB (two 512 MB) 667 MHz PC2-5300Expandable to 6 GB (4 GB supported by Apple) 	2 GB (two 1 GB) 667 MHz PC2-5300Expandable to 8 GB 800 Mhz PC2-6400 (4 GB supported by Apple)6	2 GB (two 1 GB) 800 MHz PC2-6400Expandable to 8 GB (4 GB supported by Apple)6 	
Shared with system memory 	using 64 MB RAM (up to 224 MB in Windows through Boot Camp). 	using 64 MB RAM (up to 224 MB in Windows through Boot Camp). 	using 64 MB RAM (up to 224 MB in Windows through Boot Camp). 	using 144 MB RAM (up to 384 MB available in Windows through Boot Camp) 	using 144 MB RAM (up to 384 MB available in Windows through Boot Camp) 	using 144 MB RAM (up to 384 MB available in Windows through Boot Camp) 	9400M using 256 MB RAM 	9400M using 256 MB RAM 	
2 	60 GB or 80 GBOptional 100 GB or 120 GB 	60 GB, 80 GB or 120 GBOptional 160 GB or 200 GB, 4200-rpm 	80 GB, 120 GB or 160 GBOptional 200 GB, 4200-rpm 	80 GB, 120 GB or 160 GBOptional 250 GB 	120 GB, 160 GB or 250 GB 	120 GBOptional 160 GB or 250 GB 	120 GBOptional 160 GB, 250 GB, or 320 GB 	160 GBOptional 250 GB, 320 GB, or 500 GB 	
2 	5400-rpm unless specified 	5400-rpm unless specified 	5400-rpm unless specified 	5400-rpm unless specified 	5400-rpm unless specified 	5400-rpm unless specified 	5400-rpm unless specified 	5400-rpm unless specified 	5400-rpm unless specified
3Base model only 	8× DVD read, 24× CD-R and 10× CD-RW recording 	8× DVD read, 24× CD-R and 16× CD-RW recording 	8× DVD read, 24× CD-R and 16× CD-RW recording 	8× DVD read, 24× CD-R and 16× CD-RW recording 	8× DVD read, 24× CD-R and 16× CD-RW recording 	N/A 	N/A 	N/A 	
Internal slot-loading SuperDrive3	8× discs reads. 4× DVD±R & RW recording. 24× CD-R and 10× CD-RW recording 	2.4× DVD+R DL writes, 6× DVD±R read, 4× DVD±RW writes, 24× CD-R, and 10× CD-RW recording 	4× DVD+R DL writes, 8× DVD±R read, 4× DVD±RW writes, 24× CD-R, and 10x CD-RW recording 	4× DVD+R DL writes, 8× DVD±R read, 4× DVD±RW writes, 24× CD-R, and 10x CD-RW recording 	4× DVD+R DL writes, 8× DVD±R read, 4× DVD±RW writes, 24× CD-R, and 10x CD-RW recording 	4× DVD+R DL writes, 8× DVD±R read, 4× DVD±RW writes, 24× CD-R, and 10x CD-RW recording 	4× DVD+R DL writes, 8× DVD±R read, 4× DVD±RW writes, 24× CD-R, and 10x CD-RW recording 	4× DVD+R DL writes, 8× DVD±R read, 4× DVD±RW writes, 24× CD-R, and 10x CD-RW recording 	
Connectivity 	Integrated AirPort Extreme Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.0 + EDR 	Integrated Airport Extreme 802.11a/b/g/n (draft-n disabled by default)1Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.0 + EDR 	Integrated Airport Extreme 802.11a/b/g/n (draft-n enabled)Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.0 + EDR 	Integrated Airport Extreme 802.11a/b/g/n (draft-n enabled)Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.0 + EDR 	Integrated Airport Extreme 802.11a/b/g/n (draft-n enabled)Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.0 + EDR 	Integrated Airport Extreme 802.11a/b/g/n (draft-n enabled)Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.0 + EDR 	Integrated Airport Extreme 802.11a/b/g/n (draft-n enabled)Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.1 + EDR 	Integrated Airport Extreme 802.11a/b/g/n (draft-n enabled)Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.1 + EDR 	Integrated Airport Extreme 802.11a/b/g/n (draft-n enabled)Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Peripherals 	2x USB 2.01x Firewire 4001x Optical digital / analog audio line-in1x Optical digital / analog audio line-out	2x USB 2.01x Firewire 4001x Optical digital / analog audio line-in1x Optical digital / analog audio line-out 	2x USB 2.01x Firewire 4001x Optical digital / analog audio line-in1x Optical digital / analog audio line-out	2x USB 2.01x Firewire 4001x Optical digital / analog audio line-in1x Optical digital / analog audio line-out 	2x USB 2.01x Firewire 4001x Optical digital / analog audio line-in1x Optical digital / analog audio line-out 	2x USB 2.01x Firewire 4001x Optical digital / analog audio line-in1x Optical digital / analog audio line-out	2x USB 2.01x Firewire 4001x Optical digital / analog audio line-in1x Optical digital / analog audio line-out 	2x USB 2.01x Firewire 4001x Optical digital / analog audio line-in1x Optical digital / analog audio line-out	
Camera 	iSight camera (640 × 480 0.3 MP) 	iSight camera (640 × 480 0.3 MP) 	iSight camera (640 × 480 0.3 MP) 	iSight camera (640 × 480 0.3 MP) 	iSight camera (640 × 480 0.3 MP) 	iSight camera (640 × 480 0.3 MP) 	iSight camera (640 × 480 0.3 MP) 	iSight camera (640 × 480 0.3 MP) 	
Video out 	Mini DVI 	Mini DVI 	Mini DVI 	Mini DVI 	Mini DVI 	Mini DVI 	Mini DVI 	Mini DVI 	
Maximum Operating System 	OS X 10.6 "Snow Leopard" 	OS X 10.7 "Lion" 	OS X 10.7 "Lion" 	OS X 10.7 "Lion" 	OS X 10.7 "Lion" 	OS X 10.7 "Lion" 	OS X 10.10 "Yosemite" 	OS X 10.10 "Yosemite" 	
Battery 	55-watt-hour removable lithium-polymer 	55-watt-hour removable lithium-polymer 	55-watt-hour removable lithium-polymer 	55-watt-hour removable lithium-polymer 	55-watt-hour removable lithium-polymer 	55-watt-hour removable lithium-polymer 	55-watt-hour removable lithium-polymer 	55-watt-hour removable lithium-polymer 	
Weight 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Dimensions 	1.08 in × 12.78 in × 8.92 in (27.5 mm × 325 mm × 227 mm) 	1.08 in × 12.78 in × 8.92 in (27.5 mm × 325 mm × 227 mm) 	1.08 in × 12.78 in × 8.92 in (27.5 mm × 325 mm × 227 mm) 	1.08 in × 12.78 in × 8.92 in (27.5 mm × 325 mm × 227 mm) 	1.08 in × 12.78 in × 8.92 in (27.5 mm × 325 mm × 227 mm) 	1.08 in × 12.78 in × 8.92 in (27.5 mm × 325 mm × 227 mm) 	1.08 in × 12.78 in × 8.92 in (27.5 mm × 325 mm × 227 mm) 	1.08 in × 12.78 in × 8.92 in (27.5 mm × 325 mm × 227 mm) 	
Notes:
1 Requires the purchase of a wireless-N enabler software from Apple in order to enable the functionality. Also enabled in Mac OS X 10.6 and later. 
2 Hard drives noted are options available from Apple. As the hard drive is a user-replaceable part, there are custom configurations available, including use of 7200-rpm drives.
3 Given optical drive speed is its maximum.
4 Beginning with the early 2008 revision, the Apple Remote became an optional add-on.
5 Expandable to 4 GB, with 3.3 GB usable.
6 Expandable to 8 GB, but with only 6 GB working stably with a Mac OS X older than 10.6.6 due to a software bug.
==Unibody aluminum model==
:See also: MacBook Pro: Unibody
On October 14, 2008, Apple announced a MacBook featuring a new chipset at a Cupertino, California press conference with the tagline: "The spotlight turns to notebooks".
The chipset brought a 1066 MHz system bus, use of system memory, and integrated 9400M graphics up to five times faster than the original MacBooks' Intel chipset. Other changes include a display which uses backlights (which replace the fluorescent tube backlights used in the previous model which contain mercury) and arsenic-free glass, a new Mini DisplayPort (replacing the polycarbonate MacBook's mini-DVI port), a multi-touch glass trackpad which also acts as the , and the removal of the FireWire 400 port (thus it doesn't support Target Disk Mode, used for data transfers or operating system repairs without booting the system).
===Design===
The design had stylistic traits of the MacBook Air which were also implemented into the design of the MacBook Pro. This model is thinner than the original polycarbonate MacBooks, and it made use of a unibody aluminum case with tapered edges. The keyboard of the higher-end model included a backlight.
===Reception===
Although concluded it to be "our favorite MacBook to date," they did claim, at this time, its display was inferior to that found on the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air, alleging a smaller viewing angle, washed-out colors, and dimmer backlighting. Similarly, AppleInsider and concluded it "may well be Apple's best MacBook to date" and "these are terrific choices—not only from an industrial design standpoint, but in specs as well" respectively, while also drawing attention to a lower quality display as compared with the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air. Charlie Sorrel of reached an identical conclusion about the MacBook display, citing its poor contrast and lack of vertical angle in comparison with the MacBook Pro and even the older white MacBook. Peter Cohen wrote an article discussing the loss of the FireWire port for Macworld, saying "The absence of FireWire ports is certainly an inconvenience for some users. But it shouldn’t be considered a deal-breaker for most of us, anyway."
===Model specifications===
Table of models 	Table of models 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Model 	Late 2008 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Release date 	October 14, 2008 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Model number 	MB466*/A; MB467*/A 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Model identifier 	MacBook5,1 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
 	13.3-inch LED backlit glossy widescreen LCD, 1280 × 800 pixel resolution 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
 	1066 MHz 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Processor 	2.0 GHz or 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo () 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Memory 	2 GB (two 1 GB) Expandable to 8 GB (4 GB supported by Apple)Two slots for (1066 MHz) 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
 	Integrated 9400M with 256 MB shared with main memory(up to 512 MB available in Windows through Boot Camp) 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Hard drive1 5400-rpm 	160 GB or 250 GB 5400-rpmOptional 320 GB HDD; 128 GB or 256 GB Solid-state drive () 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Internal slot-loading SuperDrive2	Maximum write: 8× DVD±R, 4× DVD±R DL, 4× DVD±RW, 24× CD-R, 10× CD-RWMaximum read: 8× DVD±R, DVD-ROM, 6× DVD-ROM (double layer DVD-9), DVD±R DL, DVD±RW, 24× CD	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Connectivity 	Integrated AirPort Extreme 802.11a/b/g/draft-n (BCM4322 chipset)Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.1 + EDR 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Peripherals 	2x USB 2.01x Combined optical digital input/analog line in1x Combined optical digital output/analog line out 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Video out 	Mini DisplayPort 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Battery 	45-watt-hour removable lithium polymer 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Weight 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Dimensions 	0.95 in × 12.78 in × 8.94 in (24.1 mm × 325 mm × 227 mm) 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Maximum operating system 	OS X Yosemite 	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite
Notes:
1 Hard drives noted are options available from Apple. As the hard drive is a user-replaceable part, there are custom configurations available, including use of 7,200-rpm drives and .
2 Given optical drive speed is its maximum.
==Unibody polycarbonate model==
On October 20, 2009, Apple released a MacBook that introduced a new polycarbonate (plastic) unibody design, faster memory, a multi-touch trackpad, an LED-backlit display, and a built-in seven-hour battery. The polycarbonate unibody MacBook, like its aluminum predecessor, lacks FireWire and, like the 13-inch MacBook Pro, has a combined . There is no infrared port and the Apple Remote is not included. On May 18, 2010, the MacBook was refreshed with a faster processor, a faster graphics card, improved battery life, and the ability to pass audio through the Mini DisplayPort connector. On July 20, 2011, the MacBook was discontinued for consumer purchases, but was still available to educational institutions until February 2012.
===Design===
Like the MacBook Pro, the MacBook follows the same tapered design first seen in the MacBook Air; however, it is rounder on the edges than previous laptops in the MacBook line. This model has an all-white glossy palm rest, unlike the grayish surface of its predecessor, and uses a multi-touch glass trackpad like the one found on the MacBook Pro. The video-out port is Mini DisplayPort. The bottom of the MacBook features a ized non-slip finish. The built-in battery of the late 2009 revision, a feature introduced earlier in the year with the MacBook Pro, is claimed by Apple to last seven hours compared with five hours in the older models. However, in tests conducted by Macworld, the battery was found to last only about four hours while playing video at full brightness with AirPort turned off. However, Apple's battery life was calculated with the brightness at the middle setting and while browsing websites and editing word documents, not with video and at full brightness. also reached about the same conclusion in their tests, but with AirPort turned on. The battery included in the mid-2010 model holds an additional five watt-hours over the previous model's and is claimed to last up to ten hours.
===Reception===
Despite being hailed by SlashGear as "one of the best entry-level notebooks Apple have produced," the unibody MacBook has received criticism for its lack of a FireWire port and slot. Nilay Patel of added the USB ports were easily dented and the bottom of the laptop became worn and discolored after a few days. He also drew particular attention to the fact that the price was not lowered, stating the small price difference between the MacBook and the MacBook Pro makes it a "wasted pricing opportunity." However, most critics agree that the unibody MacBook's display is significantly better than its predecessor's. AppleInsider states the new display "delivers significantly better color and viewing angle performance" than the previous MacBook, but still "not as vivid and wide-angle viewable as the MacBook Pro screens."
===Model specifications===
Table of models 	Table of models 	Table of models 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Model 	Late 2009 	Mid 2010 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Release date 	October 20, 2009 	May 18, 2010 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Order Numbers 	MC207*/A 	MC516*/A 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Model Numbers 	A1342 	A1342 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Machine Model 	MacBook6,1 	MacBook7,1 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
 	13.3-inch LED backlit glossy widescreen LCD, 1280 × 800 pixel resolution 	13.3-inch LED backlit glossy widescreen LCD, 1280 × 800 pixel resolution 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
 	1066 MHz 	1066 MHz 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Processor 	2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo () 	2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo () 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Memory1Two slots for (1066 MHz)	2 GB (two 1 GB) 	2 GB (two 1 GB) 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Memory1Two slots for (1066 MHz)	Expandable to 8 GB (4 GB supported by Apple) 	Expandable to 16 GB (4 GB supported by Apple) 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
 	Integrated 9400M with 256 MB shared with main memory(up to 512 MB available in Windows through Boot Camp) 	Integrated 320M with 256 MB shared with main memory 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Hard drive2 5400-rpm 	250 GB 5400-rpmOptional 320 GB or 500 GB HDD 	250 GB 5400-rpmOptional 320 GB or 500 GB HDD 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
SuperDrive 3 	Internal Slot-LoadingMaximum write: 8× DVD±R, 4× DVD±R DL, 4× DVD±RW, 24× CD-R, 10× CD-RWMaximum read: 8× DVD±R, DVD-ROM, 6× DVD-ROM (double layer DVD-9), DVD±R DL, DVD±RW, 24× CD	Internal Slot-LoadingMaximum write: 8× DVD±R, 4× DVD±R DL, 4× DVD±RW, 24× CD-R, 10× CD-RWMaximum read: 8× DVD±R, DVD-ROM, 6× DVD-ROM (double layer DVD-9), DVD±R DL, DVD±RW, 24× CD	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Connectivity 	Integrated AirPort 802.11a/b/g/n (BCM43224 chipset)Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.1 + EDR 	Integrated AirPort 802.11a/b/g/n (BCM43224 chipset)Gigabit EthernetBluetooth 2.1 + EDR 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Peripherals 	2x USB 2.01x Optical digital audio out / analog audio line-out/in 	2x USB 2.01x Optical digital audio out / analog audio line-out/in 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Camera 	iSight camera (640 × 480 0.3 MP) 	iSight camera (640 × 480 0.3 MP) 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Video out 	Mini DisplayPortVideo only 	Mini DisplayPortwith Audio-out 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Battery 	60-watt-hour non-removable lithium-polymer 	63.5-watt-hour non-removable lithium-polymer 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Weight 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Dimensions 	1.09 in × 13.00 in × 9.12 in (27.4 mm × 330.3 mm × 231.7 mm) 	1.09 in × 13.00 in × 9.12 in (27.4 mm × 330.3 mm × 231.7 mm) 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Maximum operating system 	OS X Yosemite 	OS X Yosemite 	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite	OS X Yosemite
Notes:
1 Memory noted are the options available from Apple. As memory is a user-replaceable part, there are custom configurations available, including use of two 2 GB RAM modules, for 4 GB of RAM.
2 Hard drives noted are options available from Apple. As the hard drive is a user-replaceable part, there are custom configurations available, including use of 7200-rpm drives and .
3 Given optical drive speed is its maximum.
==Criticisms and defects==
The rubber bottom of unibody MacBooks has been known to start bubbling and peel off. Apple has noticed this as a flaw and will replace the bottom for free, with or without a warranty. Some consumers have also reported defects in their LCD displays in mid-2010-2011 models.
The Magsafe power adapter of MacBooks has been known to fray, break, and stop working. Following a lawsuit, Apple replaces these adapters for US residents with affected adapters, purchased (or received as a gift) with computers or as an accessory. http://support.apple.com/en-us/ts4127 https://www.adaptersettlement.com/faq.aspx
==References==
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==External links==
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