TITLE
    PowerBook 520c: Specifications
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5/4/94
3/30/00

TOPIC

    This article provides technical specifications for the PowerBook 520c computer, which provides Macintosh Quadra performance in an all-in-one notebook computer.


DISCUSSION

    PowerBook 520c technical specifications

    Microprocessor
    • 50/25-MHz 68LC040 microprocessor (no FPU). (the two speeds refer to the internal processor and bus interface, respectively)
    • 32-bit Address and Data bus
    • Expansion board (memory expansion) runs at 32-bit


    RAM
    4 MB RAM on logic board.
    • One slot for expansion.
    • Expandable to 36 MB with 70ns low power self-refreshing DRAM (Apple 8 MB RAM Expansion Kit, or Third Party higher density RAM card)


    Storage
    • One built-in 1.4 MB Apple SuperDrive disk drive that uses high-density floppy disks; it reads, writes, and formats Macintosh, MS-DOS, OS/2, and ProDOS disks.
    • One internal 160 MB hard disk.

    Display/Video Out
    • 9.5-inch (diagonal), backlit, dual-scan, color passive-matrix LCD
    • 640 x 480 pixels, 256 colors
    • Sleeps on close
    • User-configurable
    • External display port (mini DB-15) supports 8-bit video


    External display options:
    • Macintosh 12" Monochrome Display
    • Macintosh 12" RGB Display
    • AppleColor High Resolution RGB Display
    • Macintosh Color Display
    • Macintosh 16" Color Display
    • Macintosh Portrait Display
    • Some VGA and SVGA monitors (third party adapter required)


    Two video-out modes:
    • Video mirroring for simultaneous display of the same image on two screens.
    • Dual display for full use of both screens.


    Networking
    • Serial/LocalTalk
    • Built-in High Speed Ethernet with Apple AUI connector


    System Software
    • Requires System 7.1.1 or later (5 High Density Disks)
    • PowerBook 500 Series Enabler version 1.0.2 or later


    Battery
    • Nickel-metal-hydride PowerBook Intelligent Batteries each provide up to 3.5 hours of use before recharge.
    • EverWatch battery-saver technology.
    • Batteries recharge in two hours when computer is in sleep or shutdown; four hours when running.
    • PowerBook Control Strip allows user to monitor time remaining, charge time, and battery usage.
    • Backup rechargeable lithium battery maintains RAM in sleep modem while main battery is removed for up to three minutes.


    Keyboard and Tracking Device
    • Built-in keyboard with standard size keyboard with 76 (US) or 77 (ISO) keys including 12 function keys
    • Two-level tilt adjustment
    • Power-on key located on Keyboard
    • Solid-state trackpad provides precise cursor control in response to the user's fingertip over its surface


    Clock/Calendar
    • CMOS custom chip with long-life lithium battery.


    Microphone
    • Built-in omnidirectional; output voltage is 4 mV, peak to peak, at normal volume


    Interfaces
    • One Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) port for keyboard, mouse, and other devices.
    • One RS-422 serial port for LocalTalk networking, printers, modems, and other devices.
    • One high-speed Ethernet port.
    • One HDI-30 SCSI port for hard disks, scanners, CD-ROM drives, and other devices (up to 6 devices can be chained).
    • One slot for optional modem.
    • One video-out port, supporting 8 bit density and 256 colors.
    • One stereo sound output port for external audio amplifier or headphones.
    • One mono sound-in port.
    • Security slot for use with third-party equipment to lock the computer.
    • 90-pin processor direct slot (PDS) for connecting PDS devices or optional.
    • PowerBook PCMCIA Expansion Module allows use of two Type II or one Type III PCMCIA-type card.
    • Power adapter port.
    • One RAM slot.


    Modem
    • Optional Global Village PowerPort Mercury modem supports 19,200 bps data transmission and 14,440 bps fax.


    Built-in Stereo Sound
    • CD-quality, 16-bit stereo sound capable of driving headphones or other stereo equipment.
    • Two built-in stereo speakers.
    • Digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital conversion sampled at 11.035, 22.050, or 44.100 kHz.


    Disability Access
    • Easy Access and the ability to substitute visual cue for beep included with system software. These built-in solutions and third-party options provide alternative input and output devices for people with disabilities.


    ADB Power Requirements
    • Maximum current draw for all ADB devices is 200 mA (a maximum of three ADB devices is recommended)


    Electrical Requirements
    • Line voltage: 100 to 240 volts, 50 to 60 Hz


    Environmental Requirements
    • Operating temperature: 50 to 104 F (10 to 40 C)
    • Storage Temperature: -40F to +149F (-40 to +65 C)
    • Relative humidity: 20% to 80% noncondensing
    • Altitude: max. 10,000 ft. (3,048 m)
    • Maximum Storage Altitude: 15,000 ft. (4,722 m)


    Size and Weight
    • Height: 2.3 in. (5.7 cm)
    • Width: 11.5 in. (29.2 cm)
    • Depth: 9.7 in. (24.5 cm)
    • Weight: 6.4 lb. (2.9 kg)


    Noise Level
    • Noise free except for disk drive use.


    Security
    • Slot for security cable




    Ordering Information

    PowerBook 520c 4/160
    Order No. M1845LL/A
    • PowerBook 520c computer with 4 MB of RAM, built-in 1.4MB Apple SuperDrive, and internal 160 MB hard disk drive
    • PowerBook Intelligent Battery and AC adapter
    • System 7
    • Complete setup, learning, and reference documentation
    • Training software
    • Limited warranty
    • PowerBook Mobility Bundle




    PowerBook 520c 12/320
    Order No. M3728LL/A
    Same as Order No. M1845LL/A, but with 12 MB of RAM, 320 MB hard drive and a Global Village PowerPort Mercury Fax/Data Modem.

    PowerBook Active-Matrix
    Color Display Upgrade
    Order No. M3063LL/A

    PowerBook 8MB Memory Expansion Kit
    Order No. M1913LL/A

    PowerBook Intelligent Battery
    Order No. M1908LL/A

    PowerBook AC Adapter
    Order No. M1910LL/A

    PowerBook PCMCIA Expansion Module
    Order No. M2995LL/C

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

    Apple HDI-30 SCSI System Cable
    Order No. M2538LL/A

Document Information
Product Area: Computers
Category: PowerBook
Sub Category: PowerBook 500 Series
Keywords: specsht, kpbook

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