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Macintosh PowerBook G3 Series
At first glance, you’ll be struck by the style of these computers. On closer
examination, you’ll find their advanced features and outstanding flexibility
even more striking. Most impressive of all, though, is their performance.
These innovative notebook systems outperform comparable Pentium and
Pentium II processor–based notebook and desktop systems.* Simply put,
the Apple Macintosh PowerBook G3 Series sets new standards for portable
design, performance, and value.
The Macintosh PowerBook G3 Series truly offers “something for every-
one”—from creative professionals to educators and students to business
professionals. Built around the high-performance PowerPC G3 processor with
performance-boosting backside level 2 cache—the same innovative chip that
sparked the success of Apple’s current line of desktop systems—these note-
book systems provide the power to handle even the most demanding tasks.
To complement their power, the PowerBook G3 notebook systems
incorporate the impressive multimedia capabilities that are a must for today’s
educators and business professionals. And since Apple understands that indi-
vidual needs are just that—individual—these systems offer flexible configura-
tion options. Each system includes either a high-speed CD-ROM drive or a
DVD-ROM drive for the latest storage technology. And with the DVD-Video
PC Card that comes with the DVD-ROM drive, you can play the latest DVD
movies. PowerBook G3 systems also include built-in video output, as well as
S-video output for connecting to a TV.
The innovative design of these computers is as functional as it is attrac-
tive, with features such as two hot-swappable expansion bays for multiple
storage options and lithium-ion batteries, and a flip-up keyboard for fast,
easy access to memory expansion and the removable hard disk drive.
The PowerBook G3 systems’ communications offerings include built-in
Ethernet—a requirement in most educational environments as well as in
business. And an internal 56-Kbps modem lets you tap into your organ-
izational network or the Internet***.
The Macintosh PowerBook G3 Series: Truly versatile portable systems
that give you unmatched performance, style, and capabilities to meet your
needs at a price you can afford.
Features
Astounding performance
• Features the PowerPC G3 processor, for the
fastest performance ever in a notebook computer
• Incorporates performance-boosting backside
level 2 cache
• Uses SDRAM and SGRAM for the fastest
memory architecture available
• Supports two lithium-ion batteries for up to
7 hours of normal use
• Offers flexible configuration options to meet
your needs and your budget
Advanced multimedia
• Features a high-quality 12.1- or 14.1-inch
(diagonal) active-matrix (TFT) display
• Includes up to 4MB of video memory, for
displaying millions of colors on an external
monitor
• Provides resolution scaling and outstanding
2D/3D graphics acceleration through the inte-
grated ATI RAGE LT PRO graphics controller
• Includes a high-speed CD-ROM drive or a
DVD-ROM drive and DVD-Video PC Card for
the latest breakthrough in storage and video
playback
• Allows you to connect an external monitor,
video projector, or TV
Striking style
• Features an award-winning design that com-
bines aesthetics and functionality
• Includes two expansion bays for a variety of
storage and battery options
• Provides easy access to memory expansion
and the removable hard disk drive through its
flip-up keyboard
• Accommodates CardBus cards and PC Cards
for additional networking, storage, dual-
monitor support, and DVD-Video playback
capabilities
Integrated communications
• Includes built-in 10BASE-T Ethernet
• Includes internal modem that supports K56flex
and V.90 standard
• Comes with built-in 4-Mbps IrDA technology
for easy, wireless LAN access and file sharing
*Based on BYTEmark integer index.
**Based on Apple internal testing using MacBench 4.0
processor performance scores. Actual performance on
applications will vary. MacBench is a subsystem-level
benchmark that measures the relative performance of
Mac OS–based systems.
***Data speeds up to 56 Kbps, fax speeds up to 14.4 Kbps.
Actual download speeds vary with line conditions and your
Internet service provider’s modem capabilities. FCC regula-
tions limit ISP transmission speeds to 53 Kbps in the U.S.
G3 Series at 300
with 1MB level 2 cache
G3 Series at 266
with 1MB level 2 cache
G3 Series at 233
with 512K level 2 cache
G3 Series at 233
without level 2 cache
1052
941
764
Based on MacBench Processor
Scores**
3400c/240
333
445
1400c/166
155
Macintosh PowerBook
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