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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 17" and 20" iMac computers based on the Intel Core Duo microprocessor and introduced in January 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.

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 iMac 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 Bluetooth, refer to the Developer Note for that technology in the Apple ADC Reference Library at Guides > Hardware & Drivers > Apple Hardware.

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