Apple PowerBook 1400c/166 Specs
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The Apple Macintosh PowerBook 1400c/166 features a 166 MHz PowerPC 603e processor, 16 MB of RAM, a 2.0 GB hard drive and either an 8X or a 12X CD-ROM drive in a black portable case with a 11.3" color active-matrix display.
The PowerBook 1400c/166 built-in display supports 16-bit color and the computer also can support up-to 8-bit color on an external monitor with an optional video card.
The PowerBook 1400c/166 is similar to the PowerBook 1400cs/166, but the cs has a lower quality dual-scan display.
The PowerBook 1400 series was the first PowerBook line to introduce an internal CD-ROM drive, "stackable" memory modules, and "BookCovers" to customize the look of each PowerBook.
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| Introduction Date: |
July 14, 1997 |
Discontinued Date: |
May 6, 1998 |
| 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 1997. |
| Processor Speed: |
166 MHz |
Processor Type: |
PowerPC 603e |
| Details: |
This model has a 32-bit processor and a 64-bit data path. |
| Processor Upgrade: |
PowerBook 1400 PDS |
FPU: |
Integrated |
| System Bus Speed: |
33.3 MHz |
Cache Bus Speed: |
N/A |
| ROM Type: |
Macintosh ROM |
ROM Size: |
4 MB |
| L1 Cache: |
32k |
L2 Cache: |
128k |
| RAM Type: |
DRAM Card* |
Min. RAM Speed: |
70 ns |
| Details: |
*Two 70 ns PowerBook 1400 series specific DRAM cards can be "piggy backed" in a single slot. |
| Standard RAM: |
16 MB |
Maximum RAM: |
64 MB |
| Motherboard RAM: |
16 MB* |
RAM Slots: |
1* |
| Details: |
*16 MB of RAM is onboard. Although the system only has one RAM slot, it supports "piggy backing" of as many as two memory cards. |
| Video Card: |
Dedicated* |
VRAM Type: |
Onboard |
| Details: |
*Default video function provided by onboard VRAM. |
| Standard VRAM: |
512k (Optional*) |
Maximum VRAM: |
512k* |
| Details: |
*In addition to the onboard memory for the internal display, this model can hold an optional 512k video card to support an external color display. |
| Built-in Display: |
11.3" Color |
Native Resolution: |
800x600 |
| Details: |
11.3" color active-matrix (16-bit, thousands of colors) SVGA LCD. |
| 2nd Display Support: |
None* |
2nd Max. Resolution: |
N/A |
| Details: |
*By default, this model does not support an external display. However, with the installation of an optional video card, it can support one. |
| Standard Hard Drive: |
2.0 GB |
Int. HD Interface: |
ATA |
| Standard Optical: |
8X, 12X |
Standard Disk: |
1.44 MB (Manual) |
| Details: |
Swappable CD-ROM bay also supports a Zip drive, second hard drive or second battery along with other third-party options. |
| Standard Modem: |
33.6k (Optional) |
Standard Ethernet: |
None |
| Details: |
An internal optional 33.6k modem was offered. |
| Expansion Slots: |
2 Type II PC Card* |
Expansion Bays: |
1 5.25"** |
| Details: |
*2 Type II PC Card (1 Type III).
**The CD-ROM bay holds PowerBook 1400 series specific removable modules that can be swapped with other removable storage drives, hard drives, and batteries. |
| Case Type: |
Notebook |
Form Factor: |
PowerBook 1400 |
| Apple Order No: |
M4909LL/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
PowerBook 1400 |
| Details: |
*M4909LL/A refers to the configuration with an 8X CD-ROM drive. |
| Apple Model No: |
M3571 |
Gestalt ID: |
310 |
| Details: |
Please note that these identifiers commonly refer to multiple models.
Also see: All Macs with the M3571 Model Number and 310 Gestalt ID.
For more about identifiers and how to locate them on modern Macs, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section. |
| Battery Type: |
NiMH |
Battery Life: |
1.5-4 Hours |
| Original Mac OS: |
7.6.1 |
Supported Mac OS: |
7.6.1-9.1 |
| Details: |
Earlier and later versions of the Macintosh System/Finder and Mac OS are not supported. |
| Dimensions: |
2.0 x 11.5 x 9.0 |
Avg. Weight: |
6.6 lbs (2.99 kg) |
| Details: |
In inches while closed - height by width by depth, (5.1 cm, 29.2 cm, 22.9 cm). |
| Original Price (US): |
US$3500 |
Est. Current Retail: |
N/A |
| Details: |
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