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Powered by the Intel Core i7 quad-core processor, the Apple MacBook Pro MC721B/A 15.4 inch laptop delivers high-speed performance, great media-management, and enhanced multi-t...Read more
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Excellent purchase, wish I had done it years ago.
Always wanted a Mac, took the plunge and bought the 15" model. A newbie to Mac OS so still finding my way round "can be very frustrating" but I am sure I will g...Read more
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Brilliant
After a long debate over PC/Mac, I decided to go with the latter. Really is a beautiful piece of kit. Some claim it is overpriced but in reality you get something very special...Read more

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Powered by the Intel Core i7 quad-core processor, the Apple MacBook Pro MC721B/A 15.4 inch laptop delivers high-speed performance, great media-management, and enhanced multi-tasking efficiencies. This Apple notebook supports automatic switching between Dual graphics processors - AMD Radeon and Intel HD Graphics processors. Using the powerful Thunderbolt technology, this 15.4 inch laptop lets you connect Thunderbolt-compatible peripherals, including USB and FireWire peripherals, with ultra-speed connectivity, on a single port. The high speed RAM built in this Apple notebook facilitates speedy performance and fast data access. You can also take advantage of the FaceTime HD camera in the Apple MacBook Pro MC721B/A, to engage in video calling.

Product Identifiers
ManufacturerApple
Product FamilyMacBook Pro
Model IDMacBookPro8,2
Model NumberA1286
MPNMC721B/A
EAN0885909107230, 0885909431458, 885909431618

Processor
Processor TypeIntel Core i7
Processor Speed2 GHz
Number of CoresQuad-Core

Motherboard
Bus Speed2000 MHz
DMI (Direct Media Interface)5 GT/s

Display
Display TechnologyLED
Display Size15.4"
Display Max. Resolution1440 x 900

Technical Features
Security FeaturesKensington Lock Slot, Slot For Cable Lock
Expansion Ports1 x IEEE 1394a (FireWire), 1 x IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800), 2 x USB 2.0, DVI (Digital Video Interface), FireWire 800, HDMI, RJ-45 (NIC), VGA out
Expandability1 x ExpressCard, 1 x SDXC Card Slot
Special FeaturesIntegrated Video Camera, MagSafe Power Adapter Port, Remote Control

Hard Drive
Hard Drive Capacity500 GB
Hard Drive Rotation Speed 5400 RPM
Storage Controller TypeSerial ATA

Memory
Installed RAM4 GB
RAM TechnologyDDR3 SDRAM
Max Supported RAM8 GB
RAM Speed1333 MHz
Installed Cache Memory6144 KB

CD / DVD
Optical Drive TypeDVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW
Optical Drive Read Speed24x (CD), 6x (DVD+R DL), 6x (DVD-R DL), 8x (DVD), 8x (DVD+R), 8x (DVD-R)
Optical Drive Write Speed24x (CD), 4x (DVD+R Dual Layer), 4x (DVD+R), 4x (DVD-R Dual Layer), 4x (DVD-R), 8x (DVD+R), 8x (DVD-R)
Optical Drive ReWrite Speed10x (CD-RW), 4x (DVD+RW), 4x (DVD-RW)

Video
Graphic ProcessorAMD Radeon HD 6490M, ATI MOBILITY RADEON X1600, Intel HD Graphics 3000, NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M
Installed Video Memory256 MB
Graphic Bus InterfacePCI Express

Audio
Audio Output TypeHeadphones, Line Out, Optical Digital, SPDIF out, Sound card, Speaker(s)
Audio Input TypeIntegrated Microphone, Line In (3.5mm), Microphone, Optical Digital In, SPDIF in

Networking
Networking TypeBluetooth, Integrated 10/100/1000 Network Card, Integrated Wireless LAN, Network Adapter
Data Link ProtocolAirPort Extreme, Bluetooth, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n

Battery
Battery Run TimeUp to 7 Hours
Battery TechnologyLithium polymer

Dimensions
Depth24.9 cm
Height2.4 cm
Width36.4 cm

Miscellaneous
Release DateFebruary,2011
Input MethodKeyboard, Keypad, Remote Control, TouchPad, Trackpad

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Apple MacBook Pro 15.4" Laptop - MC721B/A (February,2011)
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Excellent purchase, wish I had done it years ago.

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 | Yes, I would recommend this product to a friend.
Created: 05/12/11
Always wanted a Mac, took the plunge and bought the 15" model. A newbie to Mac OS so still finding my way round "can be very frustrating" but I am sure I will get there.
Quality is in a different world compared to normal laptops, Mine wasn't cheep either (top of the range Vaio) still going strong as well, overall I am more than happy with my purchase especially with the price I ended up paying, "just 1150 pounds" excellent value. The seller did omit to tell me that it was an American model and therefore a slightly different keyboard, but still easy to use and not a negative point if you are considering getting one.
More than pleased with the overall buying experience.
Would I use the same seller again?? yes I think I would as his communication was excellent, It was my fault that I did not ask if it was a English model, his advert says " dispatched from the Uk" which is slightly misleading but not a big issue.
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Brilliant

 | Yes, I would recommend this product to a friend.
Created: 15/09/11
After a long debate over PC/Mac, I decided to go with the latter. Really is a beautiful piece of kit. Some claim it is overpriced but in reality you get something very special for what you pay for, something that is rarely found in a PC (in my opinion). This includes the hardware and software!
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Efficient, neat

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Created: 13/11/12
Great machine, really fast and efficient. Wouldn't buy straight from the Apple store as they're too pricey! Got mine for a reasonably good price at auction. First Mac ever, love it :)
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