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Introduction to iMac Developer Note
This developer note gives a technical description of the 20” iMac computer and the 24” iMac computer incorporating the Intel Core 2 Duo processor on 45 nm process technology and introduced in April 2008, to help developers design products compatible with these computers. The note provides information about the computers’ internal design, input-output features, and expansion capabilities.
Organization of This Document
This document provides functional block diagrams and descriptions of the main components on the logic board of the iMac computers.
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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