Apple Desktop Computer manual Case and External Features, Shows a front view of the computer

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Introduction

■Modem: The computer has a built-in modem with 56 Kbps data rate. For more information, see “Internal Modem” (page 39).

■Ethernet: The computer has a built in Ethernet port for a 10Base-T and 100Base-TX operation with an RJ-45 connector. For more information, see “Ethernet Port” (page 39).

■Infrared link: The computer has an IrDA infrared link capable of transferring data at up to 4 Mbits per second. For more information, see “Infrared Communication Link” (page 35).

■Sound: The computer has a built-in microphone and two stereo speakers as well as line-level stereo input and output jacks and two stereo headphone jacks. For more information, see “Sound System” (page 35).

■Keyboard: The Apple USB keyboard is a new design that operates as a USB device. The keyboard includes function keys and inverted-T cursor motion keys. It is also a bus-powered USB hub with two USB ports. For more information, see “Keyboard” (page 32).

■Mouse: The Apple USB mouse is a new design that operates as a USB device. For more information, see “Mouse” (page 33).

■Size and weight: The iMac computer is 39.5 cm (15.8 inches) high, 38.0 cm (15.2 inches) wide, and 44.0 cm (17.6 inches) deep; it weighs 17.3 kg (38.1 pounds).

Case and External Features

The Apple iMac computer is housed in a two-tone plastic case that includes the display. The separate keyboard and mouse are also designed in two-tone plastic.

The top of the case includes a built-in handle for carrying the computer. The handle can also be used to secure the computer using a cable and lock.

Figure 1-1 shows a front view of the computer.

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