| General |
| Processor speed | 2.8GHz |
| Processor | Core 2 Duo |
| Memory/Storage |
| Amt of RAM | 4096 MB |
| Hard drive | 500 GB |
| Optical drive | SuperDrive |
| Connectivity |
| Ports | 3 X USB2.0; FireWire; Mini DisplayPort out |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Infrared | No |
| Ethernet | 10/100/1000 |
| Built-in devices | ExpressCard/34 slot; built-in iSight |
| Wireless LAN | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Display |
| Graphics hardware | Discrete Nvidia GeForce 9600M GT and integrated Nvidia GeForce 9400M |
| Amt of video RAM | 512MB |
| Diagonal screen size | 17 inch |
| LCD technology | Active matrix LCD (wide screen) |
| Screen resolution (max) | 1920 x 1200 |
| Multimedia |
| Remote | No |
| DVD/MP3 without bootup | No |
| TV tuner | No |
| Sound hardware | Integrated audio; 2 x speakers |
| Software |
| Software included | iLife '09; Photo Booth; Front Row |
| Chassis |
| Weight w/battery | 3 kg |
| Dimensions | 393 x 267 x 25 mm |
| Power Supply |
| Battery type(s) included | Integrated |
| Mfr-claimed battery life | 8 hours |
| Warranty |
| Warranty | 90 days of free telephone support and one-year limited warranty |