Introduction Date: | September 6, 2006 | Discontinued Date: | August 7, 2007* |
Details: | The 'Introduction Date' refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The 'Discontinued Date' refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended. *This model was discontinued for consumers on August 7, 2007, but it remained available for purchase by institutional education customers until April 7, 2009. Also see: All Macs introduced in 2006. |
Details: | Also see: All models with a 64-Bit processor courtesy of EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Sort. |
Details: | Geekbench 2 benchmarks are in 32-bit and 64-bit modes, respectively. These numbers reflect an average of user provided 32-bit and 64-bit results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit and 64-bit Geekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the iMac5,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare Geekbench 2 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
Details: | These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the iMac5,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare 32-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
Details: | When last updated, Geekbench 3 only provided sufficient 32-bit performance data for this model. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the iMac5,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare 64-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
Details: | These Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for Macs with the iMac5,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
Details: | The Geekbench 5 benchmark does not support this Mac. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for Macs with the iMac5,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare Geekbench 5 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
Processor Speed: | 1.83 GHz | Processor Type: | Core 2 Duo (T5600) |
Details: | The Intel 'Core 2 Duo' (T5600) processor includes two independent processor 'cores' on a single silicon chip. Also see: How much faster are the 'White' iMac Core 2 Duo models than the original iMac 'Core Duo' systems? |
Details: | N/A |
Details: | Also see: Is it possible to upgrade the processor in the iMac 'Core 2 Duo'? |
System Bus Speed: | 667 MHz | Cache Bus Speed: | 1.83 GHz (Built-in) |
ROM/Firmware Type: | EFI | EFI Architecture: | 32-Bit |
Details: | Also see: Does the iMac 'Core 2 Duo' have a ROM or BIOS? |
Details: | Includes a 2 MB shared 'on chip' level 2 cache that runs at processor speed. |
Details: | Supports 667 MHz PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM (200-pin SO-DIMM). Also see: How do you upgrade the RAM in the iMac 'Core 2 Duo'? How much RAM of what type does it support? |
Details: | 512 MB of RAM is installed as two 256 MB SO-DIMM modules, no slots free. *The version sold to educational institutions from August 7, 2007 to April 7, 2009 shipped with 1 GB of RAM standard. In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells memory -- as well as other upgrades -- for this iMac. In the UK, site sponsor Flexx sells memory and other upgrades for this iMac. In Canada, site sponsor CanadaRAM sells RAM and other upgrades for this iMac. In Germany, site sponsor CompuRAM sells memory and other upgrades for this iMac. In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit sells memory and other upgrades for this iMac. Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
Details: | Apple recommends that one install RAM in matched pairs for optimum performance. |
Details: | Also see: Why are 'integrated graphics' considered to be inferior? |
Details: | Apple reports that 'memory available to Mac OS X may vary depending on graphics needs. Minimum graphics memory usage is 80 MB, resulting in 432 MB of system memory available' with the default 512 MB installed. |
Built-in Display: | 17.0' Widescreen | Native Resolution: | 1440x900 |
Details: | This model has a 17.0' TFT widescreen active matrix display with a native resolution of 1440x900. Apple also reports a 'typical' brightness of 250 cd/m2, contrast ratio of 500:1, and viewing angle of 140 degrees horizontal and 120 degrees vertical. Also see: What are the differences between the displays used in the iMac 'Core Duo/Core 2 Duo' models? What is the viewable angle and the brightness of each? In the UK, site sponsor ALB Repair offers component-level logic board repair, display repair, and other repair services for this iMac. No fix, no fee! In Spain, site sponsor iRepairs provides affordable repair and data recovery services. In-person and by mail repair services include the display, graphics card, motherboard, power supply, and more for this iMac. In Singapore, site sponsor Esmond Service Centre provides highly regarded repairs for the display, graphics card, motherboard, power supply, and more, all with a free estimate and fast turnaround for this iMac. |
2nd Display Support: | Dual/Mirroring | 2nd Max. Resolution: | 1920x1200* |
Details: | Apple reports that this model supports 'digital resolutions up to 1920x1200' and 'analog resolutions up to 2048x1536'. |
Standard Storage: | 160 GB HDD | Std. Storage Speed: | 7200 RPM |
Details: | In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells storage upgrades for this iMac. In the UK, site sponsor Flexx sells storage upgrades for this iMac. In Canada, site sponsor CanadaRAM sells SSDs and other upgrades for this iMac. In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit sells hard drives, SSDs and other upgrades for this iMac. Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs. |
Storage Dimensions: | 3.5' (26.10 mm) | Storage Interface: | Serial ATA (1.5 Gb/s) |
Details: | This model holds a single 3.5' Serial ATA (1.5 Gb/s) hard drive or SSD. |
Details: | Apple reports that the slot-loading DVD-ROM/CD-RW Combo drive '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, [and] reads CDs at up to 24x speed.' Also see: What are the capabilities of the optical drive provided by the iMac 'Core Duo/Core 2 Duo' models? Which can read and write dual-layer DVDs? |
Standard Modem: | None | Standard Ethernet: | 10/100/1000Base-T |
Details: | An external Apple USB Modem was available for US$49. |
Standard AirPort: | 802.11a/b/g | Standard Bluetooth: | None |
Details: | AirPort Extreme (802.11a/b/g) pre-installed. Bluetooth 2.0+EDR unavailable. Please note that unlike the other iMac 'Core 2 Duo' models, this system does support 802.11n. |
Details: | Three USB 2.0 ports (480 Mbit/s), two Firewire '400' ports (shared - 8 watts). |
Details: | In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of external expansion options and hand-picked accessories like external storage, stands, keyboards, cables, adapters, speakers, and more for this iMac. In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit offers an extensive selection of external expansion options and accessories like docks, stands, chargers, keyboards, security products, and more for this iMac. |
Incl. Keyboard: | Apple Keyboard | Incl. Input: | Mighty Mouse |
Details: | By default, it did not ship wth an Apple Remote, although it could be configured with one. |
Case Type: | All-in-One | Form Factor: | iMac Intel (White) |
Details: | All-in-one 'ice white' enclosure supported by an aluminium stand. |
Apple Order No: | MA710LL | Apple Subfamily: | Late 2006 CD |
Details: | The Apple order number should be unique to this system. |
Details: | Please note that these identifiers often refer to more than one model. Also see: All Macs with the A1195 Model Number, the 2124 EMC Number, and the iMac5,2 Model Identifier. For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section. |
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Pre-Installed MacOS: | X 10.4.7 (8K1106) | Maximum MacOS: | X 10.7.5* |
Details: | *This system can run the last version of OS X 10.7 'Lion' if upgraded to at least 2 GB of RAM. Although it has a 64-bit processor, it has a 32-bit EFI and is not capable of booting into 64-bit mode. It does not support 'OpenCL' either. Please also note that OS X Lion is not capable of running Mac OS X apps originally written for the PowerPC processor as it does not support the 'Rosetta' environment. This model cannot run versions of OS X newer than 10.7.5 'Lion.' |
Minimum Windows: | XP SP2 (32-Bit)* | Maximum Windows: | 7 (32-Bit)* |
Details: | *Apple's Boot Camp 4 formally supports the 32-bit versions of Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista, and Windows 7. However, if equipped with at least 1 GB of RAM, the system does meet Microsoft's minimum requirements for Windows 8 and readers have reported successfully running the 32-bit version of this operating system with appropriate drivers. |
MacOS 9 Support: | None | Windows Support: | Boot/Virtualization |
Details: | Also see: Are there any third-party programs to run Mac OS 9/Classic applications on Intel Macs? Site sponsor OHS specializes in heavily upgraded Macs capable of running both Mac OS X and Mac OS 9 applications. For more on running Windows on Intel Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A. |
Dimensions: | 16.9 x 16.8 x 6.8 | Avg. Weight: | 15.5 lbs. (7 kg) |
Details: | In inches - height by width by depth, (43.0 cm, 42.6 cm, 17.3 cm). |
Original Price (US): | US$999* | Est. Current Retail: | US$50-US$150 |
Details: | Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated). *This model was discontinued for consumers on August 7, 2007, but it remained available for purchase by institutional education customers until April 7, 2009 for US$899. Photo Credit: Apple Computer. |
Video (Monitor): | 1 (mini-DVI) | Floppy (Ext.): | None |
Details: | Supports external display in dual display and mirroring modes. VGA output supported by optional Apple DVI-to-VGA adapter (sold separately). |
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Details: | Three USB 2.0 ports (480 Mbit/s), two Firewire '400' ports (shared - 8 watts). |
Details: | No internal modem. External Apple USB modem was offered for US$49. Gigabit Ethernet, AirPort Extreme (802.11g) and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR standard (entry-level iMac 'Core 2 Duo' 1.83 17-Inch (IG) model lacks Bluetooth). Also see: What are the differences between the iMac Core 2 Duo models? |
Details: | S-Video output capable with adapter, sold separately. |
Details: | One 'audio line input'. |
Details: | Single shared 'headphone/optical digital audio output'. |
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Details: | 100V-240V, 180W maximum. |
Mexico: | N/A | United States: | US$999* |
Denmark: | DKK 7,899 | Finland: | €999 |
Ireland: | N/A | Italy: | €999 |
Norway: | N/A | Portugal: | N/A |
Switzerland: | CHF 1'449 | United Kingdom: | £679 |
India: | N/A | Indonesia: | N/A |
Malaysia: | N/A | The Philippines: | N/A |
Thailand: | N/A | Vietnam: | N/A |