Introduction to iMac Developer Note

This developer note gives a technical description of the 20” iMac computer and the 24” iMac computer, based on the Intel Core 2 Duo microprocessor and introduced in August 2007, 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:

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.