Identifiers: Core 2 Duo/Late 2006 - MA609LL
The Apple MacBook Pro "Core 2 Duo" 2.16 15-Inch features a 2.16 GHz "Core 2 Duo" processor (T7400), with two independent processor "cores", a 4 MB shared "on chip" level 2 cache, a 667 MHz frontside bus, 1.0 GB of 667 MHz PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM, a 120 GB hard drive with "Sudden Motion Sensor" technology, and a 6X dual-layer DVD RW/CD-RW SuperDrive (compared to a single-layer drive in earlier 15-inch models). It also includes an ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics processor with 128 MB of GDDR3 video memory and dual-link DVI functionality, and a 15.4" widescreen 1440x900 TFT active-matrix display (glossy display option available).
Like the previous 15-inch MacBook Pro models, this model has the same fiber-optic-based "ambient light sensor" that adjusts keyboard illumination and screen brightness, "scrolling TrackPad", "MagSafe" power connector, integrated iSight video camera, and included Apple Remote. Connectivity includes the same ExpressCard/34 slot, AirPort Extreme (although the Core 2 Duo models support 802.11n as well as 802.11g after a firmware update), Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, FireWire "400" port, two USB 2.0 ports, optical digital audio in/out, and DVI out. However, the MacBook Pro "Core 2 Duo" models also added a single Firewire "800" port, much to the delight of videographers.
Tech Specs
| Introduction Date: |
October 24, 2006 |
Discontinued Date: |
June 5, 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.
Also see: All Macs introduced in 2006. |
| Processors: |
1 (2 Cores) |
Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| Geekbench 2 (32): |
2774 |
Geekbench 2 (64): |
3130 |
| 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-bitGeekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookPro2,2 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. |
| Geekbench 3 (32): |
1039 |
Geekbench 3 (32): |
1808 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for asingle 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 MacBookPro2,2 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. |
| Geekbench 3 (64): |
1236 |
Geekbench 3 (64): |
2229 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 64-bit mode and are for asingle 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 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookPro2,2 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. |
| Processor Speed: |
2.16 GHz |
Processor Type: |
Core 2 Duo (T7400) |
| Details: |
The Intel "Core 2 Duo" (T7400) processor includes two independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip.
Also see: How much faster are the MacBook Pro "Core 2 Duo" models compared to the "Core Duo" systems? |
| Turbo Boost: |
N/A |
Custom Speeds: |
N/A |
| Processor Upgrade: |
Soldered |
FPU: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
Also see: Is the CPU on the MacBook Pro upgradable? |
| System Bus Speed: |
667 MHz |
Cache Bus Speed: |
2.16 GHz (Built-in) |
| Details: |
667 MHz frontside bus. |
| ROM/Firmware Type: |
EFI |
EFI Architecture: |
32-Bit |
| Details: |
Also see: Does the MacBook Pro have a ROM or BIOS? |
| L1 Cache: |
32k/32k |
L2/L3 Cache: |
4 MB (on chip) |
| Details: |
Includes a 4 MB shared "on chip" level 2 cache that runs at processor speed. |
| RAM Type: |
PC2-5300 DDR2 |
Min. RAM Speed: |
667 MHz |
| Details: |
Supports 667 MHz PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM. Also see: How do you upgrade the RAM in the MacBook Pro? How much RAM of what type does it support? |
| Standard RAM: |
1 GB |
Maximum RAM: |
4 GB* |
| Motherboard RAM: |
None |
RAM Slots: |
2 |
| Video Card: |
Radeon X1600 |
VRAM Type: |
GDDR3 SDRAM |
| Details: |
The ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 with 128 MB of GDDR3 SDRAM uses a 16 lane PCI Express bus. |
| Standard VRAM: |
128 MB |
Maximum VRAM: |
128 MB |
| Built-in Display: |
15.4" Widescreen |
Native Resolution: |
1440x900 |
| Details: |
15.4" color "matte" widescreen TFT active-matrix display with a 1440 by 900 native resolution. A "glossy" display also was available as a custom configuration.
Apple reports that the system also supports "1280 by 800, 1152 by 720, 1024 by 640, and 800 by 500 at 16:10 aspect ratio; 1024 by 768, 800 by 600, and 640 by 480 at 4:3 aspect ratio; 1024 by 768, 800 by 600, and 640 by 480 at 4:3 aspect ratio stretched; 720 by 480 at 3:2 aspect ratio, [and] 720 by 480 at 3:2 aspect ratio stretched." |
| 2nd Display Support: |
Dual/Mirroring |
2nd Max. Resolution: |
2560x1600 |
| Details: |
Simultaneously supports native resolution on the internal display and a maximum of 2560x1600 on an external display. |
| Standard Hard Drive: |
120 GB (5400 RPM) |
Int. HD Interface: |
Serial ATA (1.5 Gb/s) |
| Details: |
This model also could be configured with a 160 GB 5400 RPM or 200 GB 4200 RPM hard drive.
The hard drive uses a Serial ATA (1.5Gb/s) bus.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells storage upgrades for this MacBook Pro.
In the UK, site sponsor Flexx sells storage upgrades for this MacBook Pro.
In Australia, site sponsor RamCity sells storage upgrades for this MacBook Pro. |
| Standard Optical: |
6X DL "SuperDrive" |
Standard Disk: |
None |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the 6X dual-layer DVD+R DL/DVD�RW/CD-RW SuperDrive has a maximum write speed of "6x DVD-R and DVD+R; 4x DVD+RW and DVD-RW; 2.4x DVD+R DL (double layer); 24x CD-R; [and] 10x CD-RW" and read speed of "8x DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R; 6x DVD-ROM (double layer DVD-9), DVD+RW, DVD-RW; 4x DVD+R DL (double layer); [and] 24x CD." |
| Standard Modem: |
None |
Standard Ethernet: |
10/100/1000Base-T |
| Details: |
An external Apple USB Modem (56.6k v.92) was offered for US$49. |
| Standard AirPort: |
802.11a/b/g/n |
Standard Bluetooth: |
2.0+EDR |
| Details: |
AirPort Extreme (802.11a/b/g/n) and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR standard.
Also see: What is 802.11n? How is it different from 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11a? |
| USB Ports: |
2 (2.0) |
Firewire Ports: |
1 (400), 1 (800) |
| Details: |
Two 480-Mbps USB 2.0 ports. One Firewire "400" port, one Firewire "800" port. |
| Expansion Slots: |
ExpressCard/34 |
Expansion Bays: |
None |
| Details: |
One ExpressCard/34 expansion slot.
Also see: What is ExpressCard/34? Is it compatible with PC Cards?
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of ExpressCard/34 cards as well as external expansion options and accessories including docking stations, adapters, input devices, cases, and more for this MacBook Pro.
In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit offers an extensive selection of ExpressCard/34 cards in addition to external expansion options and accessories like docks, stands, chargers, cases, security products, and more for this MacBook Pro. |
| Incl. Keyboard: |
Full-size |
Incl. Input: |
Trackpad |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the integrated keyboard has "78 (US) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys, 4 arrow keys (inverted "T" arrangement), and [an] embedded numeric keypad." It also includes a fiber-optic-based "ambient light sensor" that automatically "measures ambient light and works with integrated software to adjust keyboard illumination and screen brightness based on user preferences".
The trackpad supports "two-finger scrolling, tap, double-tap, and drag". |
| Case Type: |
Notebook |
Form Factor: |
MacBook Pro |
| Apple Order No: |
MA609LL |
Apple Subfamily: |
Core 2 Duo/Late 2006 |
| Details: |
The Apple order number should be unique to this system. |
| Apple Model No: |
A1211 (EMC 2120) |
Model ID: |
MacBookPro2,2 |
| Details: |
Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model.
Also see: All Macs with the A1211 Model Number, the 2120 EMC Number, and the MacBookPro2,2 Model Identifier.
For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section. |
| Battery Type: |
60 W h Li-Poly |
Battery Life: |
5 Hours |
| Details: |
Apple estimates five hours of battery life, but notes that this "depends on configuration and use."
Also see: How long is the battery life of the MacBook Pro in real-world tests?
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells quality batteries for this MacBook Pro.
In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit is a local distributor of OWC batteries for this MacBook Pro.
In Southeast Asia, site sponsor SimplyMac.sg sells OWC batteries forthis MacBook Pro. |
| Pre-Installed MacOS: |
X 10.4.8 (8N1037) |
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. However, 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. |
| Minimum Windows: |
XP SP2 (32-Bit)* |
Maximum Windows: |
Vista (32-Bit)* |
| Details: |
*Apple's Boot Camp 4 formally supports the 32-bit versions of Windows XP SP2 and Windows Vista. However, the system does meet Microsoft's minimum requirements for Windows 7 and Windows 8 and readers have reported successfully running the 32-Bit version of these operating systems 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: |
1.0 x 14.1 x 9.6 |
Avg. Weight: |
5.6 lbs. (2.54 kg) |
| Details: |
In inches while closed - height by width by depth, (2.59 cm, 35.7 cm, 24.3 cm). |
| Original Price (US): |
US$1999 |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$450-US$600 |
| 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).
Photo Credit: Apple Computer. |