The 21.5-inch iMac features a brilliant LED-backlit, edge-to-edge glass display (
see larger image).
The
new iMac features next-generation Intel Core i5 quad-core processors
and the fastest graphics ever in an all-in-one computer. It also brings
Thunderbolt I/O technology to the desktop for lightning-fast data
transfer. And a new FaceTime HD camera lets you make full-screen HD
video calls. All from a beautiful, widescreen 21.5-inch LED-backlit
display that takes up just a sliver of your desk. It's everything you
want in a desktop. Now more powerful, more advanced, and even more
incredible than before.
The iMac's display offers a 1920 x
1080-pixel resolution (for native 1080p high-definition viewing), and it
uses IPS technology to deliver consistent color across an ultra wide
178 degree viewing angle. This 21.5-inch model (MC812LL/A) offers
improved graphics with AMD Radeon HD 6770M discrete graphics featuring
512 MB of GDDR5 memory, a 1 TB hard drive, and 4 GB of installed RAM.
Other features include integrated Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking, Bluetooth
connectivity, an SD card slot (compatible with SDHC and SDXC cards),
one Thunderbolt port, a FireWire 800 port, and a total of four USB 2.0
ports (see full
specifications
below).
It
also comes with the Mac OS X Lion operating system as well as the iLife
software suite, which includes the latest versions of iPhoto, iMovie,
and GarageBand.
Key Features
Next-Generation Dual-Core Intel Processor
This
iMac is powered by a second-generation Intel Core i5 quad-core
processor (dubbed "Sandy Bridge"), which provides breakthrough digital
media management, content creation, and 3D gaming capabilities. With
updated Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, the latest Core i5 increases
speed automatically for whatever you're doing, dynamically accelerating
performance to match your workload.
Intel's Hyper-Threading
Technology enables each core of your processor to work on two tasks at
the same time, delivering the performance you need for smart
multitasking. And you'll enjoy a rich set of new features for a stunning
and seamless visual experience with no additional hardware. The "Sandy
Bridge" Core i5 processor also provides faster access to the installed
RAM, with an integrated memory controller to connect fast 1333 MHz
memory directly to the processor.
The iMac's seamless aluminum enclosure and full range of ports, including one Thunderbolt port (
see larger image).
Revolutionary Thunderbolt Technology
Developed
by Intel with collaboration from Apple, high-speed Thunderbolt I/O
(input/output) technology delivers an amazing 10 gigabits per second of
transfer speeds in both directions. Built into the iMac, the Thunderbolt
port allows you to connect to new Thunderbolt-compatible peripherals as
well as existing USB and FireWire peripherals using simple adapters.
You'll be able to move data up to 20 times faster than with USB 2.0 and
more than 12 times faster than with FireWire 800, and you can
daisy-chain multiple high-speed devices without using a hub. Thunderbolt
also supports DisplayPort for high resolution displays and works with
existing adapters for HDMI, DVI and VGA displays.
Bright, Colorful Display
This
21.5-inch, all-in-one Apple iMac features an edge-to-edge glass display
that utilizes LED backlighting for improved brightness and energy
efficiency as well as In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology, which
delivers consistent color across a wide 178-degree viewing angle.
Clutter-Free Desktop
You'll
be able to cut the cord with the included Wireless Keyboard and Magic
Mouse, both of which connect to the iMac using Bluetooth wireless
technology. Additionally, the Magic Mouse features a seamless
Multi-Touch surface that enables you to use the same intuitive gestures
used on the MacBook trackpad to easily scroll through long documents or
swipe to move forward or backward through a collection of web pages or
photos. And it can be configured as either a single- or two-button
mouse.
And
with the FaceTime HD camera placed above the display in the iMac's thin
aluminum and glass design, you'll be able to make video calls in HD
720p resolution to friends and family on another iMac or MacBook.
Additionally, you'll be able to connect to those using an iPad 2, iPhone
4, or iPod touch.
Key Specifications
- 21.5-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen display
with IPS technology, a 1920 x 1080-pixel resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio,
and 178-degree viewing angle (horizontal and vertical). Simultaneously
supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to a
30-inch display (2560 by 1600 pixels) on an external display.
- 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 quad-core processor ("Sandy Bridge") with 6 MB shared L3 cache for excellent multitasking.
- 1 TB Serial ATA hard drive (7200 RPM)
- 4 GB installed RAM (1333 MHz DDR3; supports up to 16 GB)
- AMD Radeon HD 6770M graphics processor
(with 512 MB of DDR5 SDRAM discrete video memory) for high performance
when playing 3D games, editing HD video, or running design software.
- 8x slot-loading SuperDrive with double-layer DVD support (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/
- Built-in FaceTime camera for video chatting (up to HD 720p resolution when connecting to other Macs)
- Wireless-N Wi-Fi wireless networking (based on 802.11n specification; 802.11a/b/g compatible)
- Gigabit Ethernet wired networking (10/100/1000BASE-T)
- Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) for connecting with peripherals such as keyboards, mice and cell phones
- Side-loading SDXC card slot
- Four USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port
- One Thunderbolt port
- Mini DisplayPort video output with support for DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI (adapters sold separately).
- Built-in stereo speakers with two internal 17-watt high-efficiency amplifiers along with built-in microphone, optical digital audio output/headphone out, optical digital audio input/audio line in
- Dimensions: 20.8 x 7.42 x 17.75 inches (WxDxH)
- Weight: 20.5 pounds
What's in the Box
iMac,
Apple Wireless Keyboard, Magic Mouse, cleaning cloth, power cord,
install/restore DVDs, printed and electronic documentation
 | Apple Magic Mouse
Magic Mouse is unlike any other mouse you've ever used. The Multi-Touch
surface lets you use gestures to swipe through photos and scroll down
web pages. And the entire mouse is the button, so you can click
anywhere. |
 | Apple Wireless Keyboard
The sleek aluminum Apple Wireless Keyboard lets you type in front of
your computer, on your lap, or anywhere within range. It's also
incredibly thin and streamlined, so it sits on your desk surrounded by
nothing but glorious space. |
Limited Warranty And Service
The
iMac comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a 1-year limited
warranty, which can be extended to 3 years with the AppleCare Protection
Plan.
Installed software
Mac OS X Lion is an even more
powerful and refined version of the world's most advanced operating
system. In ways big and small, it gets faster, more reliable, and easier
to use. New core technologies unleash the power of today's advanced
hardware technology and prepare Mac OS X for future innovation.
- Mac
OS X v10.7 Lion (includes iTunes, Time Machine, Quick Look, Spaces,
Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime,
iCal, DVD Player, Photo Booth, Front Row, Xcode Developer Tools, and
more)
iLife helps you do more with photos, movies, and
music than you ever thought possible. In iPhoto, you can browse, edit,
and share your photos in stunning new full-screen views. Create epic
Hollywood-style movie trailers from your home video in iMovie. And
GarageBand gives you everything you need to make a great-sounding
song--including tools for keeping your song in perfect rhythm and guitar
and piano lessons.
- iLife (includes iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, iWeb, and iDVD)
AppleCare Protection Plan
Because
Apple makes the hardware, the operating system, and many applications,
the Mac is a truly integrated system. And only the
AppleCare Protection Pla gives you one-stop service and support from Apple experts, so most
issues can be resolved in a single call. Extend the complimentary
service and support on your Mac to 3 years from the original Mac
purchase date with the AppleCare Protection Plan. You get direct
telephone access to Apple experts for technical questions, and you get
global repair coverage--including both parts and labor--for your Mac and
select Apple peripherals.
Optional Accessories and Related Products
 | Time Capsule
Back up a lifetime's worth of memories with Time Capsule, a wireless
hard drive that works seamlessly with Time Machine in Mac OS X. It's
also a full-featured 802.11n Wi-Fi base station with simultaneous
dual-band support. Choose from 1 TB and
2 TB models. |
 | AirPort Extreme Base Station
Speed, range, and easy setup make AirPort Extreme the perfect wireless
solution for home, school, and small business. It offers simultaneous
dual-band support and lets up to 50 people share Internet access, a
wireless network, a hard drive, and a printer. |
 | Apple Magic Trackpad
Magic Trackpad is the first Multi-Touch trackpad designed to work with your Mac
desktop computer, and it supports a full set of gestures. Click, scroll,
swipe, and rotate to control what's onscreen. Use it along with your
mouse or as an alternative to one. |
 | Apple Battery Charger
The Apple Battery Charger comes with a high-performance, power-efficient charger and six
ready-to-use AA NiMH batteries that are exceptional at holding a charge
and can last for up to 10 years. |