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    Macintosh PowerBook G3: Description
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    This article describes the Macintosh PowerBook G3 computer.

DISCUSSION

    Overview

    The Macintosh PowerBook G3 builds on exciting new processor technology and the latest, greatest Apple system software to set new standards for portable computing. This innovative notebook computer eliminates the classic "mobile user's compromise" by packing the power of a desktop computer into a system small enough to fit easily into a briefcase.

    Coupling performance breakthroughs with unparalleled ease of use, the Macintosh PowerBook G3 offers an outstanding overall user experience. Built around the "next-generation" PowerPC processor--the first to be optimized for the Mac OS--this exciting system significantly raises the bar for performance in a portable. In fact, with its 250- megahertz PowerPC G3 processor, new backside cache approach, faster system bus, and state-of-the-art Mac OS 8 system software, the Macintosh PowerBook G3 provides performance more than twice that of the PowerBook 3400.

    Mobile professionals will quickly come to value the PowerBook G3 system's advanced multimedia capabilities. With standard features such as 2 megabytes of VRAM for powering external displays, a video controller for enhanced graphics, Zoomed Video, 20x-speed (maximum) CD-ROM drive, and four-speaker sound system, this PowerBook is not only outstanding for on-the-road presentations, but also ideal for on-the-fly brainstorming sessions.

    The Macintosh PowerBook G3 features superior communications capabilities, supported by bundled software that makes staying in touch quick and easy. In fact, this high-performance portable includes software that can help you with everything from connecting to an organizational intranet to logging onto the global Internet to downloading data from a remote server.

    Features

    Breakthrough performance
    • Uses the 250-MHz PowerPC G3 processor and 512K level 2 backside cache that take mobile computing to a new level
    • Introduces the first processor designed specifically to optimize the Mac OS
    • Includes large 5GB-capacity hard disk drive
    • Includes 32MB of RAM; supports up to 160MB
    Advanced multimedia
    • Comes with 2MB of VRAM for viewing millions of colors on external displays
    • Includes a dedicated video controller for accelerated graphics
    • Complements its video capabilities with a four-speaker sound system, 16-bit CD-quality stereo sound input/output ports, video-in with Zoomed Video, and integrated microphone
    • Includes a 20x-speed (maximum) CD-ROM drive
    Integrated communications
    • Comes with built-in 10-Mbps Ethernet and 33.6-Kbps modem and infrared technology
    • Makes Internet access simple and convenient, with top-of-the-line tools
    • Includes software for remote access, cross-platform compatibility, and file synchronization
    • Features Apple Location Manager software, which allows you to easily switch system settings that vary by location
    Mac OS 8 system software
    • Enhances productivity through a new multitasking Finder
    • Streamlines file and folder manipulation through innovative features
    • Provides "assistants" to facilitate system and Internet setup
    • Makes Internet access and publishing as easy and enjoyable as using a Macintosh
    Ordering Information

    Macintosh PowerBook G3
    Order No. M5993LL/A

    Macintosh PowerBook G3 computer with 250-MHz PowerPC G3 processor and 512K level 2 backside cache @ 100 MHz, 32MB of RAM, 12.1-in. (diagonal) active-matrix color display, built-in 1.4MB Apple SuperDrive floppy disk drive, internal 5GB IDE hard disk drive module, and internal 20x-speed (maximum) CD-ROM drive module. Includes keyboard and mouse; Mac OS 8; Internet access software, including Microsoft Internet Explorer, America Online, and Netscape Navigator; Apple Remote Access software; cross-platform compatibility software (PC Exchange, Mac OS Easy Open, DataViz MacLink Plus/Easy Open translators); complete setup, learning, and reference documentation; and one-year limited warranty

    Accessories

    Macintosh PowerBook Power Adapter for Macintosh PowerBook G3, 3400 series, and 1400 series
    Order No. M4895LL/A

    Macintosh PowerBook Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery for Macintosh PowerBook G3
    Order No. M6138LL/A

    Macintosh PowerBook 16MB Memory Expansion Card for Macintosh PowerBook G3 and 3400 series
    Order No. M5141LL/A

    Apple HDI-30 SCSI Disk Adapter for SCSI Disk Mode
    Order No. M2539LL/A

    Apple HDI-30 SCSI System Cable for PowerBook to SCSI Connection
    Order No. M2538LL/A

    For more information about Apple Macintosh PowerBook products, visit our web site at http://www.powerbook.apple.com

Document Information
Product Area: Computers
Category: PowerBook
Sub Category: PowerBook G3
Keywords: kpbook

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