Introducing the 17-inch MacBook PRO. The
state-of-the-art quad-core Intel i7 processor delivers up to 2x faster
performance (over the previous generation of MacBook Pro). New
Thunderbolt technology lets you connect high-performance peripherals and
high-resolution displays to a single port, and transfer files at
lightning speeds. And with the built-in FaceTime HD camera, you can make
astonishingly crisp HD video calls.
With the revolutionary Thunderbolt technology, you'll be able to
achieve bi-directional channels with transfer speeds to peripherals like
external hard drives and servers up to an amazing 10 Gbps--while also
connecting to a DisplayPort-compatible high-resolution display.
As
with previous models, the MacBook Pro features a precision unibody
enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, creating a thin and
light mobile computing workhorse (less than 1 inch thin and just 6.6
pounds) that's also highly durable. It includes a 17-inch, LED-backlit
glass display as well as a glass trackpad that doesn't include a button
(for larger tracking area) that features Apple's Multi-Touch technology.
And it comes standard with automatic graphics switching that provides
performance when you need it and energy efficiency when you don't.
You'll also get up to 7 hours of battery life while on the go.
This
version of the 17-inch MacBook Pro (model MD311LL/A) features a
second-generation 2.4 GHz Core i7 quad-core processor, 750 GB hard
drive, and 4 GB of installed RAM. Other features include ultra-fast
Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking, Bluetooth connectivity, an ExpressCard/34
slot, three USB 2.0 ports, and a FireWire 800 port
Key Features
Revolutionary Thunderbolt Technology
Developed
by Intel with collaboration from Apple, high-speed Thunderbolt I/O
(input/output) technology delivers an amazing 10 gigabits per second of
transfer speeds in both directions. Built into the MacBook Pro, the
Thunderbolt port allows you to connect to new Thunderbolt-compatible
peripherals as well as existing USB and FireWire peripherals using
simple adapters. You'll be able to move data up to 20 times faster than
with USB 2.0 and more than 12 times faster than with FireWire 800, and
you can daisy-chain multiple high-speed devices without using a hub.
And
because Thunderbolt is based on DisplayPort technology, you'll be able
to connect to a high-resolution display from the same port. Any Mini
DisplayPort display plugs right into the Thunderbolt port, and you can
also connect displays that use DisplayPort, DVI, HDMI, or VGA
connections with an existing adapter. You'll also be able to include
your display into a daisy-chained set of peripherals.
Next-Generation Quad-Core Intel Processor
This MacBook Pro
is powered by a second-generation Intel Core i7 quad-core processor,
which provides breakthrough digital media management, content creation,
and 3D gaming capabilities. With updated Intel Turbo Boost Technology
2.0, the latest Core i7 increases speed automatically for whatever
you're doing, dynamically accelerating performance to match your
workload.
Intel's Hyper-Threading Technology enables each core
of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time, delivering the
performance you need for smart multitasking. And you'll enjoy a rich set
of new features for a stunning and seamless visual experience with no
additional hardware. The Core i7 processor also provides faster access
to the installed RAM, with an integrated memory controller to connect
fast 1333 MHz memory directly to the processor.
With new
microarchitecture, the graphics processor resides on the same chip as
the central processor and has direct access to the 6 MB of shared L3
cache--helping your applications run at peak performance. And an
integrated video encoder enables HD video calls with FaceTime, while an
efficient decoder gives you long battery life when you're watching DVDs
or iTunes movies.
Automatic Graphics Switching
The MacBook Pro offers
excellent graphics flexibility with two video processors--the discrete
AMD Radeon HD 6770M processor (with 1 GB of GDDR5 video memory) for
heavier workloads and an integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 processor for
better battery life on the go. When gaming or using processor-intensive
applications like Aperture or Final Cut Pro, you'll appreciate the
power of the AMD Radeon HD 6770M, which lets you see more frames per
second and experience better responsiveness. And the automatic graphics
switching feature determines which graphics processor an application
needs and switches instantly between the processors.
Buttonless Multi-Touch Trackpad
With no button on the glass
trackpad, there's more room to track and click--left, right, center, and
everywhere in between. Without a separate button, the trackpad gives
your hands plenty of room to move on the large, silky glass surface. It
also incorporates Multi-Touch gestures--including swipe, pinch, rotate,
and four-finger swipe. And it also now supports inertial scrolling, an
intuitive way to scroll through large photo libraries, lengthy documents
and long web sites.
Key Specifications
- 17-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with edge-to-edge, uninterrupted glass (1920 x 1200-pixel resolution).
- 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 quad-core processor ("Sandy Bridge") with 6 MB shared L3 cache for excellent multitasking.
- Dual graphics processors with automatic switching
between AMD Radeon HD 6770M (with 1 GB of GDDR5 video memory) for
demanding applications and integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 (with 384
MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory) for power savings.
- 750 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM)
- 4 GB installed RAM (1333 MHz DDR3; supports up to 8 GB)
- 8x slot-loading SuperDrive with double-layer DVD support (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
- Built-in FaceTime HD camera for video chatting
- Wi-Fi wireless networking (based on 802.11n specification; 802.11a/b/g compatible)
- Gigabit Ethernet wired networking (10/100/1000)
- Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) for connecting with peripherals such as keyboards, mice and cell phones
- Three USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port
- ExpressCard/34 slot
- Thunderbolt port with native Mini DisplayPort output plus support for DVI, VGA, dual-link DVI, and HDMI (requires adapters, sold separately)
- Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control
with support for inertial scrolling, pinch, rotate, swipe, three-finger
swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities
- Full-size backlit keyboard
- Stereo speakers with subwoofers
- Dimensions: 15.47 x 10.51 x 0.98 inches (WxDxH)
- Weight: 6.6 pounds
- Up to 7 hours of battery life
- Meets Energy Star 5.0 requirements
- Rated EPEAT Gold
What's in the Box
17-inch
MacBook Pro, display cleaning cloth, 85W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall
plug, power cord, software DVDs, printed and electronic documentation