Apple 17-inch PowerBook G4/1.67GHz specs

Pros

• Advanced port options
• Roomy hard drive
• Enormous screen
• Reduced price
• Improved SuperDrive, trackpad, backlighting, and Bluetooth

Cons

• Too big and heavy for comfortable travel

At A Glance

The top-of-the-line PowerBook sees its processor speed bumped to 1.67GHz and its optical drive upgraded to an 8X SuperDrive. Like other PowerBooks, this model adds scrolling Trackpad and Sudden Motion Sensor technology. Its installed RAM occupies a single SO-DIMM slot, making it easier to upgraded memory.The 17-inch model also features Dual Link support through its DVI monitor connector to support the 30-inch Apple Cinema HD Display.

Manufacturer’s Description

The PowerBook G4 boasts high-performance PowerPC G4 processor 1.67GHz, 512MB of DDR SDRAM and 5400-rpm hard drive 100GB. With the phenomenal 8x SuperDrive (DVD±RW/CD-RW) that lets you listen to CDs, watch DVDs, or burn CDs and DVDs of your own. Apple engineers put this power at your fingertips, all the while maintaining a light, thin, durable notebook design complete with Sudden Motion Sensor technology that helps protect your data in the event of a drop or fall.

The Specs

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