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Introduction to iMac Developer Note

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Organization of This Document
See Also

This developer note gives a technical description of the iMac with SuperDrive computers, based on the Intel Core 2 Duo microprocessor and introduced in September 2006, to help developers design products compatible with these computers. The note provides information about the computer’s internal design, input-output features, and expansion capabilities.

Organization of This Document

This document provides a functional block diagram and descriptions of the main components on the logic board of the iMac computer.

See Also

Apple offers the following additional resources for learning about the iMac:

• Apple's iMac Support site provides owner manuals, links to support services, and tips for getting the most out of using your iMac.

• Apple's Specifications site provides technical specifications for recent Mac computers.

• Hardware Developer Note Terms and Abbreviations lists the standard units of measure and abbreviations used in this developer note.

If you are looking for information about Apple's implementation of a specific connectivity or expansion technology such as FireWire, USB, or video capabilities, refer to the Developer Note for that technology in the Apple ADC Reference Library at Hardware & Drivers Guides.

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