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    PowerBook 3400 Series: Technical Specifications
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9/17/97

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    This article contains the technical specifications for the Macintosh PowerBook 3400 series computers which includes the PowerBook 3400/180, 3400/200, and 3400/240 models.


DISCUSSION

    Technical Specifications
    ========================

    Microprocessor
    --------------
    * 180-, 200-, or 240-MHz PowerPC 603e; 256K level 2 cache

    Memory
    ------
    * 16 MB of RAM, expandable to 144 MB

    Storage
    -------
    * Apple SuperDrive 1.4 MB floppy disk drive
    * Internal 1.3 GB, 2 GB, or 3 GB hard disk drive
    * 6x-speed CD-ROM drive module (most configurations);
    12x-speed CD-ROM (3400c/240 system)

    Display
    -------
    * 12.1-in. (diagonal) active-matrix color SVGA display
    * Resolution: 800 by 600 pixels
    * 1 MB of VRAM supports 8-bit color video output to 21-inch monitor; supports thousands of colors on smaller monitors in SVGA mode
    * Includes hardware-based graphics acceleration

    Expansion capabilities
    ----------------------
    * One memory expansion (RAM) slot
    * Slots for two Type II PC Cards or one Type III PC Card
    * Expansion bay for floppy disk drive, 6x-speed or 12x-speed CD-ROM drive, or third-party storage or back-up solutions; also supports all of the Macintosh PowerBook 190 and 5300 series expansion bay modules


    Battery
    -------
    * Lithium ion (LiIon: 32-watt hour)
    * Average life: 2 to 4 hours, depending on environment
    * Also supports nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) battery technology

    Ports
    -----
    * Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) port
    * Serial (RS-422) port
    * VGA video-out port
    * SCSI port can accommodate six external devices
    * Infrared technology port (IrDA compliant)
    * Power adapter port
    * Stereo sound input/output ports
    (16-bit, CD-quality stereo input/output)

    Networking and communications
    -----------------------------
    * Built-in 10BASE-T Ethernet (most configurations)
    * Built-in 33.6-Kbps modem (most configurations)
    * Built-in infrared technology supports AppleTalk protocols and 1 Mb IrDA standard

    Security
    --------
    * Security slot for locking to stationary object
    (requires third-party security cable)
    * Password security software

    Sound
    -----
    * Four built-in speakers with active crossover
    * 16-bit, CD-quality stereo input/output
    * Integrated microphone

    Keyboard
    --------
    * Built-in full-size keyboard with 76 (U.S.) or 77 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys


    Apple trackpad
    --------------
    * Solid-state Apple trackpad provides precise cursor control; sensing of movement and acceleration can be easily adjusted through a control panel; supports tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities

    Electrical requirements
    -----------------------
    * Line voltage: 100 to 220 volts AC
    * Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz

    Environmental requirements
    --------------------------
    * Operating temperature: 50 degrees to 104 degrees F
    (10 degrees to 40 degrees C)
    * Storage temperature: -13 degrees to 140 degrees F
    (-25 degrees to 60 degrees C)
    * Relative humidity: 20 percent to 90 percent noncondensing
    * Operating altitude: 0 to 10,000 feet (0 to 3,048 meters)
    * Maximum storage altitude: 20,000 feet (6,300 meters)

    Size and weight
    ---------------
    * Height: 2.4 inches (6.1 cm)
    * Width: 11.5 inches (29.2 cm)
    * Depth: 9.5 inches  (24.1 cm)
    * Weight: 7.2 pounds (3.2 kg) with floppy disk drive installed;
    7.4 pounds (3.3 kg) with CD-ROM module;
    6.9 pounds (3.1 kg) with PC Card carrying case installed



    Ordering Information
    ====================

    Macintosh PowerBook 3400c/180
    -----------------------------
    Order No. M4596LL/A
    * PowerBook 3400c/180 computer with 180-MHz PowerPC 603e processor, 16 MB of RAM, built-in 1.4 MB Apple SuperDrive, and internal 1.3 GB hard disk drive

    Macintosh PowerBook 3400c/180
    -----------------------------
    Order No. M4597LL/A
    * Same as Order No. M4596LL/A, but with 6x-speed CD-ROM drive, built-in 10BASE-T Ethernet, and 33.6-Kbps modem

    Macintosh PowerBook 3400c/200
    -----------------------------
    Order No. M4595LL/A
    *  Same as Order No. M4597LL/A, but with 200-MHz PowerPC 603e processor and 2 GB hard disk drive

    Macintosh PowerBook 3400c/240
    -----------------------------
    Order No. M5550LL/A
    * Same as Order No. M4595LL/A, but with 240-MHz PowerPC 603e processor,  12x-speed CD-ROM drive, and 3 GB  hard disk drive

    * Note: All systems also ship with a battery and AC adapter; Mac OS 7.6; complete setup, learning, and reference documentation; Apple Internet Connection Kit software; Apple Remote Access software; cross-platform compatibility software (PC Exchange, Mac OS Easy Open, DataViz MacLinkPlus/Easy Open translators); and a limited warranty


    Accessories
    -----------
    Rechargeable Battery for Macintosh PowerBook 3400 Series
    Order No. M5146

    6x-speed CD-ROM Module for Macintosh PowerBook 3400 Series
    Order No. M5139

    16MB Memory Expansion Card for Macintosh PowerBook 3400 Series
    Order No. M5141

    45-watt AC Adapter for Macintosh PowerBook 1400 and 3400 series
    Order No. M4895


    Note: Product specifications are subject to change. Check with your Apple reseller for the most current information about product specifications and configurations.

    PowerBook 3400 Series Model Comparison Chart
    ============================================


    PowerBook Model          3400c/180    3400c/180    3400c/200   3400/240
    Order No.                M4596LL/A    M4597LL/A    M4595LL/A   M5550LL/A
    ---------------          ---------    ---------    ---------   ---------
    Processor speed           180 MHz      180 MHz      200 MHz     240 MHz

    16 MB of RAM                yes          yes          yes         yes

    256K level 2 cache          yes          yes          yes         yes


    12.1-inch active-matrix
    SVGA display               yes          yes          yes         yes

    Apple SuperDrive 1.4 MB
    floppy disk drive          yes          yes          yes         yes

    Hard disk drive            1.3 GB      1.3 GB        2 GB        3 GB

    CD-ROM drive                 no       6x-speed      6x-speed   12x-speed

    10BASE-T Ethernet            no          yes          yes         yes

    33.6-Kbps modem              no          yes          yes         yes

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Category: PowerBook
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