Apple Macbook Pro Mid-2010 Download



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About This Mac

Midway through 2010, Apple introduced a new MacBook Pro line-up powered by “Intel Core i5” processors. The first in the line-up is the MacBook Pro “Core i5” 2.4 GHz 15-inch. Some of its main characteristics that make it a relevant device even in today’s standards include – coming with two graphics processors built into it, the NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M (providing better graphics) and Intel HD Graphics (providing better battery life) the switch between the two is determined by the operating system depending on what applications are in use. A turbo boost for the processor speed is also supported on this system when there is significant workload. It is a device of high quality and one that still holds sway among its peers from other competitors till date.

Apple Macbook Pro Mid-2010 Download

Storage

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The Hard drive storage is increased to 320 GB capacity which is almost double the previous year. This may seem small by today’s standards but considering the base model MacBook Pro 2017 has only 256 GB SDD, this is a fairly large storage for the time.

Screen Size and Resolution

This version of the MacBook Pro came in with a 15.4’ screen but also a customizable display. The default display is the TFT active-matrix “glossy” display (1440×900 native resolution) but for US$100 you could get a custom “high-resolution glossy” 1680×1050 display and for US$150 get a custom “high-resolution antiglare” 1680×1050 display.

Inclusive Features

The MacBook Pro includes the following features and ports:

  • 8X DL “SuperDrive”
  • AirPort Extreme (802.11a/b/g/n) which allows connection to the best Wi-Fi bands available
  • Bluetooth 2.1+ EDR allowing for quick PAN (Personal Area Network) connections and transfers
  • FireWire 800 port
  • Gigabit Ethernet is provided for your Local Area Network (LAN) connections
  • Two USB 2.0 ports are supplied for the connection of external keyboards, printers, external hard disks etc.
  • Optical digital audio in/out for connecting some external audio equipment like headphones and microphones
  • Mini DisplayPort that supports an external display of 2560×1600 and can pass audio signals
  • SD Card Slot
  • No button glass multi-touch trackpad with support for new “four finger” gestures and programmable zones

Processor & Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

This MacBook Pro comes pre-installed with MacOS X 10.6.3 (10D2094) and runs on a 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 l5-520M (Arrandale) processor. The two graphics processors shipped with the device are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M with 256 MB of dedicated GDDR3 memory and Intel HD Graphics with 256 MB of RAM shared with the system.

Memory & Architecture

Your applications installed on the MacBook Pro are also guaranteed to run smoothly with a 256k level 2 cache and a 3 MB Level 3 cache plus a 1066 MHz frontside bus with 4 GB of 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM (PC3-8500) for its RAM, all this is centered around a 64-Bit architecture.

Battery Life

The MacBook Pro comes with a 77.5-watt-hour lithium polymer battery that provides 8 – 9 hours of wireless use. This battery configuration is the now common non-swappable type that is noted in more recent models.

Upgradability

This MacBook Pro can be upgraded from 4 GB RAM to up to 8 GB RAM however, many individuals noted that more than 4 GB of RAM would be beneficial due to the nature of MacBook Pro users. The Operating System of the MacBook Pro can also be upgraded from its pre-installed MacOS X 10.6.3 (10D2094) to up to current MacOS X. It can also be a host to Windows OS XP SP 2 (32-Bit) and accommodates operating systems as recent as the Windows 8.1 (64-Bit). This MacBook Pro comes with dimensions of 0.95 x 14.35 x 9.82 in and a weight of 5.6 lbs (2.54 kg). Again, very similar to previous generations which is impressive considering the more advanced technology being packed into the same shell.

Introduced:April 13, 2010

Discontinued: February 24, 2011

Screen Size and Resolution

Memory

Screen Size

15.4 inches

Level 1 Cache

32k/32k x 2

Resolution

1440×900

Level 2/Level 3 Cache

256k x 2, 3MB

Processor

RAM Type

PC3-8500 DDR3

Processors

1 (2 Cores)

Min. RAM Speed

1066 MHz

Architecture

64-Bit

Standard RAM

4 GB

Speed

2.4 GHz

Maximum RAM

8 GB

Type

Core i5 (l5-520M)

RAM Slots

2

Processor Upgrade

Soldered

Motherboard RAM

None

FPU

Integrated

Graphics

System Bus Speed

2.5 GT/s*

Video Card

GeForce 330M

Cache Bus Speed

2.4 GHz (Built-in)

VRAM Type

GDDR3

ROM/Firmware

EFI

Standard VRAM

256 MB

EFI Architecture

64-Bit

Maximum VRAM

256 MB

Storage

Inclusive Features and Ports

Standard Storage

320 GB HDD

Standard Optical Drive

8X DL “SuperDrive”

Storage Speed

5400 RPM

Standard Ethernet

10/100/1000Base-T

Storage Dimensions

2.5” (9.5 mm)

Standard Modem

None

Storage Interface

Serial ATA (3 Gb/s)

Standard Air Port

802.11a/b/g/n

Battery

Standard Bluetooth

2.1+EDR

Type

77.5 W h Li-Poly

USB Port 2.0

2

Battery Life

8 – 9 hours

FireWire 800

1

Description

Keyboard

Full-size

Case Type

Notebook

Inclusive Input

Trackpad (Inertial)

Form Factor

MacBook Pro (Unibody)

SD Card Slot

One

Apple Order No

MC371LL/A

Microphone

1

Apple Subfamily

Mid-2010 15”

Headphone

1

Apple Model Number

A1286 (EMC 2353)

Sound Out

1

Model ID

MacBook Pro 6.2

Power Adapter

1

About This MacBook Pro

Midway through 2010, Apple introduced a new MacBook Pro line-up powered by Core 2 Duo (P8800) processors. Some of the main features include – two graphics processors built in, the NVIDIA GeForce 320M (provides better graphics), and Intel HD Graphics (provides better battery life). The switch between the two processors is determined by the operating system depending on what applications are in use. A turbo boost for the processor speed is also supported on this system when there is a significant workload idenitified. It is a high quality device. Further specifications and capabilities for this MacBook Pro can be found below.

Storage

The hard drive storage is 320 GB which was almost doubled from the previous year. This may seem small by today’s standards, but considering the base model MacBook Pro 2017 has only 256 GB SDD this is a fairly large storage.

Screen Size and Resolution

This version of the MacBook Pro comes in with a 13.3’ screen, but also a customizable display. The default display is the TFT active-matrix “glossy” display with 1280×800 native resolution.

Inclusive Features

Apple Macbook Pro Mid-2010 Download

The MacBook Pro includes the following features and ports:

  • 8X DL “SuperDrive”
  • AirPort Extreme (802.11a/b/g/n) which allows connection to the best Wi-Fi bands available
  • Bluetooth 2.1+ EDR allowing for quick PAN (Personal Area Network) connections and transfers
  • A FireWire 800 port
  • Gigabit Ethernet is provided for your Local Area Network (LAN) connections
  • Two USB 2.0 ports are supplied for the connection of external keyboards, printers, external hard disks etc.
  • Optical digital audio in/out for connecting some external audio equipment like headphones and microphones
  • SD Card Slot
  • No button glass multi-touch trackpad with support for new “four finger” gestures and programmable zones

Processor & Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

The MacBook Pro comes pre-installed with MacOS X 10.6.3 (10D2125) and standard with a 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor (P8800). It has a NVIDIA GeForce 320M GT graphics processor with 256 MB of DDR3 SDRAM.

Memory & Architecture

Applications also run smoothly due to the 3 MB of Level 2 cache plus a 1066 MHz frontside bus with 4 GB of 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM (PC3-8500) All of this is centered on a 64-Bit architecture.

Battery Life

The MacBook Pro comes with a 63.5-watt-hour lithium polymer battery that provides 10 hours of wireless use. This battery configuration is non-swappable which is commonly found in more recent models.

Upgradability

This MacBook Pro can be upgraded from 4 GB RAM up to 16 GB RAM. However, many individuals noted that more than 4 GB of RAM would be most beneficial. The operating system of the MacBook Pro can also be upgraded from its pre-installed MacOS X 10.6.3 (10D2125) to up to MacOS X current. It can also be a host to Windows OS XP SP 2 (32-Bit) and accommodates operating systems as recent as the Windows 8.1 (64-Bit). This MacBook Pro comes with dimensions of 0.95 in x 12.78 in x 8.94 in and weighs 4.5 lbs (2.04 kg). Again, very similar to previous generations which is impressive considering the more advanced technology being packed into the same shell.

Macbook Pro Mid-2010

Introduced:April 13, 2010

Discontinued: February 24, 2011

Screen Size and Resolution

Memory

Screen Size

13.3 inches

Level 1 Cache

32k/32k x 2

Resolution

1280×800

Level 2/Level 3 Cache

3MB

Processor

RAM Type

PC3-8500 DDR3

Processors

1 (2 Cores)

Min. RAM Speed

1066 MHz

Architecture

64-Bit

Standard RAM

4 GB

Speed

2.66 GHz

Maximum RAM

16 GB

Type

Core 2 Duo (P8800)

RAM Slots

2

Processor Upgrade

Soldered

Motherboard RAM

None

FPU

Integrated

Graphics

System Bus Speed

1066

Video Card

GeForce 320M

Cache Bus Speed

2.66 GHz (Built-in)

VRAM Type

Integrated

ROM/Firmware

EFI

Standard VRAM

256 MB

EFI Architecture

64-Bit

Maximum VRAM

256 MB

Storage

Inclusive Features and Ports

Standard Storage

320 GB HDD

Standard Optical Drive

8X DL “SuperDrive”

Storage Speed

5400 RPM

Standard Ethernet

10/100/1000Base-T

Storage Dimensions

2.5” (9.5 mm)

Standard Modem

None

Storage Interface

Serial ATA (3 Gb/s)

Standard Air Port

802.11a/b/g/n

Battery

Standard Bluetooth

2.1+EDR

Type

63.5 W h Li-Poly

USB Port 2.0

2

Battery Life

10 hours

FireWire 800

1

Description

Keyboard

Full-size

Case Type

Notebook

Inclusive Input

Trackpad (Inertial)

Form Factor

MacBook Pro (Unibody)

SD Card Slot

One

Apple Order No

MC375LL/A

Microphone

1

Apple Subfamily

Mid-2010 13”

Headphone

1

Apple Model Number

A1278 (EMC 2351)

Sound Out

1

Model ID

MacBook Pro 7.1

Power Adapter

1