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About This Mac
The Apple MacBook Air model released early in 2014 is a 13.3” version. One of the major differences from previous versions includes an updated Wi-Fi adapter to the 802.11ac standard that is backward compatible with the 802.11a/b/g/n. The battery received an upgrade to last close to 12 hours. This is almost doubled from the previous generations. The 13.3” widescreen comes with a 1440 x 900 native resolution. The graphics processor used is the Intel HD Graphics 5000 that uses up to 1.5 GB of system memory. The MacBook Air maintains its standard as a great ultra-light notebook. Further device specifications and capabilties for this device can be found below.
Storage
This MacBook Air comes with either 128 or 256 GB SSD of flash storage. There are also configurations that can be equipped with 512 GB of storage.
Screen Size and Resolution
This MacBook Air sub-notebook has an 13.3” widescreen TFT LED-backlit active-matrix glossy display and a 1440 x 900 native resolution.
Inclusive Features
The MacBook Pro includes the following features and ports:
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi
- A Bluetooth 4.0 for PAN (Personal Area Network) connections and transfers.
- Two USB 3.0 ports are supplied for the connection of external keyboards, printers, external hard disks etc.
- One Thunderbolt port that is backward compatible with Mini DisplayPort.
- Analog audio out
- No button glass multi-touch trackpad (Inertial)
- FaceTime video camera
Processor & Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
This MacBook Air comes with MacOS X 10.9.2 (13C1021) and runs on a 1.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (I5-4260U) processor. It also has an Intel HD Graphics 5000 graphics processor that shares 1.5 GB of memory with the system.
Memory & Architecture
The MacBook Air is equipped with a 32k/32k x2 Level 1 Cache and 256k x2, 3 MB (on chip) Level 2/Level 3 cache. It is also has a 4 GB of 1600 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM on board which can be upgraded to 8 GB at the time of purchase.
Battery Life
The MacBook Air comes with a 54-watt-hour lithium polymer battery that can provide up to 12 hours of wireless web use. This is a vast improvement from the previous models and has almost doubled the battery life.
Available Upgrades
This MacBook Air has RAM that can be upgraded from the 4 GB that is placed onboard to 8 GB but only at the time of purchase. The operating system of the MacBook Air can also be upgraded from its pre-installed MacOS X 10.9.2 (13C1021) up to current MacOS X. The device can host Windows 7 (64-Bit) and can accommodate operating systems as recent as Windows 10 (64-Bit). This MacBook Air has dimensions of 0.11 – 0.68 in ×12.8 in x 8.94 in and weighs 2.96 lbs (1.35 kg).
Introduced:April 29, 2014 | Discontinued: March 9, 2015 | ||
Screen Size and Resolution | Memory | ||
Screen Size | 13.3 inches | Level 1 Cache | 32k/32k x2 |
Resolution | 1440×900 | Level 2/Level 3 Cache | 256k x2, 3 MB (on chip) |
Processor | RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM | |
Processors | 1 (2 Cores) | Min. RAM Speed | 1600 MHz |
Architecture | 64-Bit | Standard RAM | 4 GB |
Speed | 1.4 GHz (Turbo Boost 2.7 GHz) | Maximum RAM | 8 GB |
Type | Core i5 (I5-4260U) | RAM Slots | None |
Processor Upgrade | Soldered | Motherboard RAM | 4 GB |
FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
System Bus Speed | OPI | Video Card | HD Graphics 5000 |
Cache Bus Speed | 1.4 GHz (Built-in) | VRAM Type | Integrated |
ROM/Firmware | EFI | Standard VRAM | 1.5 GB |
EFI Architecture | 64-Bit | Maximum VRAM | 1.5 GB |
Storage | Inclusive Features and Ports | ||
Standard Storage | 128, 256 GB SSD | Standard Optical Drive | None |
Storage Speed | N/A | Standard Ethernet | None |
Storage Dimensions | Proprietary | Standard Modem | None |
Storage Interface | Proprietary (PCIe 2.0 x2) | Standard Air Port | 802.11ac |
Battery | Standard Bluetooth | 4.0 | |
Type | 54 W h Li-Poly | USB Port 3.0 | 2 |
Battery Life | 12 hours | FireWire Port | None |
Description | Keyboard | Full-size | |
Case Type | Notebook | Inclusive Input | Trackpad (Inertial) |
Form Factor | MacBook Air 13” | SDXC Card Slot | None |
Apple Order No | MD760LL/B | Microphone | 2 (Internal) |
Apple Subfamily | Early 2014 | Headphone | 1 |
Apple Model Number | A1466 (EMC 2632) | Sound Out | None |
Model ID | MacBook Air 6.2 | Power Adapter | 1 |
Made with better materials
- 100% recycled aluminum in the enclosure
- 100% recycled tin in the solder of the main logic board
- 35% or more recycled plastic in multiple components
Smarter chemistry
- Arsenic-free display glass
- Mercury-free LED-backlit display
- BFR-, PVC-, and beryllium-free
Green manufacturing
- Final assembly supplier sites do not generate any waste sent to landfill6
- All final assembly suppliers are transitioning to 100% renewable energy for Apple production
Responsible packaging
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- 100% of virgin wood fiber comes from responsibly managed forests
- Recyclable, majority-fiber packaging
Apple Trade In
Letting go of your old device is easy with Apple Trade In. If it’s in good shape, you can trade it in for Apple Store credit. If it’s not eligible for credit, we’ll recycle it responsibly at no cost to you. Good for you. Good for the planet.
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