Apple iBook G3/300 (Original/Clamshell) Specs
Identifiers: Original/Clamshell - M7707LL/A* - PowerBook2,1 - M2453 - 1847
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The iBook G3/300 (Original/Clamshell), codenamed P1, features a 300 MHz PowerPC 750 (G3) processor, 32 MB or 64 MB of RAM, a 3.2 GB or 6.0 GB hard drive, and 2X AGP ATI Rage Mobility graphics with 4 MB of VRAM packed into a sleek handle-equipped "blueberry" or "tangerine" case with a 12.1" TFT active matrix display (800x600 native resolution).
Following in the footsteps of the iMac models, the iBook was introduced as a low-cost portable Mac for the consumer market -- and likewise lacked Firewire ports, video out, and even a microphone. However, the iBook did herald the introduction of AGP-based graphics on the Mac as well as the innovative new optional "AirPort" wireless networking card. Later to become commonplace, "AirPort" made it possible to connect multiple iBook systems wirelessly to the Internet when paired with an AirPort base station (or other wireless system).
There are two slightly different versions of the iBook G3/300 (Original/Clamshell). The original models introduced on July 21, 1999 shipped with 32 MB of RAM and 3.2 GB hard drives, and on February 21, 2000 -- to correspond with the introduction of the iBook Special Edition -- these models began shipping with 64 MB of RAM and 6.0 GB hard drives.
Also see: What are the differences between the original "Clamshell" iBook models?
Despite the age of this system, site sponsor Other World Computing has RAM, hard drives, SSDs, and other upgrades available for this specific Mac while supplies last.
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| Introduction Date: |
July 21, 1999* |
Discontinued Date: |
September 13, 2000 |
| 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.
*On February 21, 2000 -- to correspond with the introduction of the iBook Special Edition -- these models began shipping with 64 MB of RAM and 6.0 GB hard drives.
Also see: All Macs introduced in 1999. |
| Processors: |
1 |
Geekbench 2: |
155 |
| Details: |
This model only is compatible with the 32-bit Geekbench 2 benchmark. 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 Geekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the PowerBook2,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Processor Speed: |
300 MHz |
Processor Type: |
PowerPC 750 (G3) |
| Processor Upgrade: |
Soldered |
FPU: |
Integrated |
| System Bus Speed: |
66 MHz |
Cache Bus Speed: |
150 MHz |
| ROM/Firmware Type: |
Open Firmware |
ROM/Firmware Size: |
1 MB |
| Details: |
The Boot ROM is roughly 1 MB, other instructions are loaded into RAM. |
| L1 Cache: |
64k |
L2/L3 Cache: |
512k (backside) |
| Details: |
The 512k of backside cache has a 150 MHz bus. |
| RAM Type: |
PC66 SDRAM |
Min. RAM Speed: |
10 ns |
| Details: |
Uses 144-pin PC66 SO-DIMM memory modules.
Also see: How do you upgrade the RAM in the iBook models? How much RAM of what type do these systems support? |
| Standard RAM: |
32 MB, 64 MB |
Maximum RAM: |
544, 576 MB* |
| Details: |
*Apple officially reports that the maximum memory capacity of this system is 288 MB with 32 MB of onboard memory and 320 MB with 64 MB of onboard memory. However, third-parties have been able to upgrade the RAM to 544 MB or 576 MB, respectively, with a single 512 MB memory module.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells memory -- as well as other upgrades -- for this iBook.
In Germany, site sponsor CompuRAM sells memory and other upgrades for this iBook.
Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Motherboard RAM: |
32, 64 MB |
RAM Slots: |
1 |
| Details: |
32 MB onboard original models (M7707LL/A and M7619LL/A) and 64 MB onboard subsequent models (M7717LL/A and M7718LL/A), single SO-DIMM slot. |
| Video Card: |
Rage Mobility |
VRAM Type: |
SDRAM |
| Details: |
ATI Rage Mobility (2X AGP) with 4 MB of SDRAM.
Also see: What kind of video processor is provided by the iBook models? Which models can support an external display? What is the maximum resolution supported? |
| Standard VRAM: |
4 MB |
Maximum VRAM: |
4 MB |
| Details: |
The video cannot be upgraded. |
| Built-in Display: |
12.1" TFT |
Native Resolution: |
800x600 |
| Details: |
12.1" TFT active-matrix display with an 800 by 600 native resolution. Apple reports that it also supports 640 by 480 when scaled. |
| 2nd Display Support: |
None |
2nd Max. Resolution: |
N/A |
| Standard Storage: |
3.2, 6.0 GB* |
Std. Storage Speed: |
N/A |
| Storage Dimensions: |
2.5" (9.5 mm) |
Storage Interface: |
Ultra ATA |
| Details: |
This model supports a single internal Ultra ATA 2.5" hard drive or SSD that is up to 9.5 mm thick. |
| Standard Optical: |
24X CD-ROM |
Standard Disk: |
None |
| Details: |
24X tray-loading CD-ROM drive.
Also see: What are the capabilities of the optical drive provided by the iBook models? Can one upgrade the optical drive? |
| Standard Modem: |
56k v.90 |
Standard Ethernet: |
10/100Base-T |
| Standard AirPort: |
802.11b (Optional) |
Standard Bluetooth: |
None |
| Details: |
The original iBook introduced "AirPort" (802.11b) wireless networking.
Also see: Which iBook models support AirPort? Which support AirPort Extreme? Which have internal support for Bluetooth or Bluetooth 2.0+EDR? |
| USB Ports: |
1 (1.1) |
Firewire Ports: |
None |
| Details: |
One USB 1.1 port. |
| Expansion Slots: |
AirPort |
Expansion Bays: |
None |
| Details: |
The iBook has an internal "AirPort" (802.11b) wireless networking slot with an internal antenna in the case. |
| Incl. Keyboard: |
Full-size |
Incl. Input: |
Trackpad |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the integrated keyboard has 76 (US) or 77 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys, 4 arrow keys, and an embedded numeric keypad. The trackpad supports tap, double tap, and drag capabilities. |
| Case Type: |
Notebook |
Form Factor: |
iBook (Clamshell) |
| Details: |
The original iBook models were offered in "blueberry and white" and "tangerine and white". |
| Apple Order No: |
M7707LL/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
Original/Clamshell |
| Details: |
*M7707LL/A was assigned to the original iBook in "blueberry" (32 MB of RAM and 3.2 GB hard drive) and M7619LL/A was assigned to the original "tangerine" model (same RAM and hard drive). M7717LL/A was assigned to the second "blueberry" configuration with 64 MB of RAM and a 6 GB hard drive, and M7718LL/A was assigned to the second "tangerine" model. |
| Apple Model No: |
M2453 (EMC 1847) |
Model ID: |
PowerBook2,1 |
| Details: |
Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model.
Also see: All Macs with the M2453 Model Number, the 1847 EMC Number, and the PowerBook2,1 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: |
45 W h LiIon |
Battery Life: |
6 Hours |
| Details: |
6 hours under "normal usage conditions" as estimated by Apple.
Also see: What is the battery life of the iBook models? |
| Pre-Installed MacOS: |
8.6* |
Maximum MacOS: |
X 10.3.9 |
| Details: |
*Early models can run Mac OS 8.6 whereas models shipped after Mac OS 9 was released cannot run earlier versions of the Mac OS. Specifically, if the iBook has ROM version $77D.45F3, it will run Mac OS 8.6, but if it has a later ROM version, it cannot.
This system cannot run versions of Mac OS X more recent than 10.3.9. |
| MacOS 9 Support: |
Boot/Classic Mode |
Windows Support: |
Emulation Only |
| Details: |
This model is capable of booting in Mac OS 9 and using Mac OS 9 applications within the Mac OS X "Classic" environment. |
| Dimensions: |
1.8 x 13.5 x 11.6 |
Avg. Weight: |
6.7 lbs (3.04 kg) |
| Details: |
In inches while closed - height by width by depth, (4.6 cm, 34.3 cm, 29.5 cm). |
| Original Price (US): |
US$1599 |
Est. Current Retail: |
N/A |
| 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).
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