In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, there are milestones that mark significant leaps in innovation. One such milestone was the introduction of the Apple Mac Pro Early 2007, a powerhouse personal computer that left a lasting impression on the tech industry.
The Mac Pro Early 2007 was a flagship addition to Apple’s lineup of computers, embodying the pinnacle of performance and innovation at the time. Priced at $3,999, it catered to discerning users who demanded uncompromising power and flexibility in their computing experience.
One of the defining features of the Mac Pro Early 2007 was its fully customizable nature. Powered by quad-core processors, it offered users the option to upgrade to eight cores for enhanced performance. From memory configurations ranging from 1 GB to a staggering 16 GB to storage options including 160, 250, or 500 GB drives, users had the freedom to tailor the Mac Pro to their specific needs.
Graphics capabilities were a cornerstone of the Mac Pro Early 2007’s appeal. Equipped with an NVIDIA GeForce 7300 GT as the default option, users had the flexibility to add one, two, or three additional graphics cards, including options from ATI Radeon and NVIDIA’s Quadro FX series. This ensured seamless handling of graphics-intensive tasks and applications.
The Mac Pro Early 2007 was designed with connectivity in mind. Featuring a plethora of ports including USB 2.0, FireWire 400, FireWire 800, and a headphone jack conveniently located on the front panel, users could effortlessly connect their peripherals and devices for a seamless computing experience.
While the Mac Pro Early 2007 offered unparalleled customization options, there were a few surprises in terms of what was not included by default. Bluetooth 2.0 and AirPort Extreme, standard on other Intel Macs, were notably absent. However, users had the option to upgrade to a wireless (Bluetooth) keyboard and mouse for added convenience.
At its core, the Mac Pro Early 2007 was a formidable machine designed to tackle the most demanding tasks with ease. Boasting two Quad-Core 3 GHz Intel Xeon X5365 processors, 1 GB of RAM, a 250 GB hard drive, and a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce 7300 GT graphics card in its base configuration, it set a new standard for performance and reliability.
Despite its impressive capabilities, the Mac Pro Early 2007 had a relatively short lifespan in the market. Discontinued on January 8, 2008, just months after its introduction, it left a lasting legacy as a testament to Apple’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation.
Today, as we reflect on the 16-year anniversary of the Mac Pro Early 2007, it serves as a reminder of the rapid pace of technological advancement. While newer, more powerful machines have since taken its place, the Mac Pro Early 2007 remains a revered symbol of Apple’s legacy of excellence in computing.
Mac Pro Early 2007 Details
Introduced | April 4, 2007 – 16 years ago |
Discontinued | January 8, 2008 – 16 years ago |
Time on the Market | 279 days (9 months) |
Model Identifier | MacPro2,1 |
Model Number | A1186 |
EMC | 2138 |
Order Number | MA356LL/A |
Original Price | $3,999 |
Colors | Aluminum |
Weight | 42.4 Ibs. 19.232 KG |
Dimensions | 20.1” H x 8.1” W x 18.7” D 51.05 cm H x 20.57 cm W x 47.49 cm D |
Mac Pro Tech Specs
Processor
Processor | Two Quad-Core Intel Xeon X5365 |
Processor Speed | Two 3 GHz (2x Quad-Core) |
Architecture | 64-bit |
Number of Cores | 8 (2x Quad-Core) |
System Bus | Dual 1.33 GHz |
Cache | 8 MB shared L2 per processor (16 MB in total) |
Storage & Media
Storage | 250 GB 7200 rpm 500 GB 7200 rpm 750 GB 7200 rpm |
Media | 1 – 16x DVD-R/CD-RW “SuperDrive” |
Memory
Built-in Memory | 1 GB |
Maximum Memory | 16 GB (Apple) 32 GB (Actual) |
Memory Slots | 8 – PC2-5300 240-pin DDR2 ECC or NECC SDRAM 667 MHz |
Interleaving Support | Yes |
Display
Built-in Display | None |
Graphics
Graphics Card | NVIDIA GeForce 7300 GT NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT NVIDIA Quadro FX 4500 ATI Radeon X1900 XT |
Graphics Memory | 256 MB (NVIDIA GeForce 7300 GT) 512 MB (NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT, NVIDIA Quadro FX 4500, ATI Radeon X1900 XT) |
Display Connection | 1 – DVI and 1 – dual-link DVI (NVIDIA GeForce 7300 GT) 1 – dual-link DVI and 1 – Stereo 3D port (NVIDIA Quadro FX 4500) 2 – dual-link DVI (ATI Radeon X1900 XT) |
Display Modes | Dual display extended and video mirroring |
Expansion
Expansion Slots | 4 – PCI Express |
Bays | 4 – Internal 3.5″ Serial ATA drive bays 2 – Optical drive bay |
Hard Drive Interface | 4 – 3 Gbps Serial ATA (SATA) controllers |
Optical Drive Interface | 2 – Ultra ATA/100 |
Internal RAID | Mac Pro RAID Card with 256 MB cache and 72-hour cache battery backup (Optional) |
Connections
Ethernet | 2 – 10/100/1000BASE-T ports (support for jumbo frames) |
Modem | Apple USB Modem MA03AZ/A (optional) |
Wi-Fi | AirPort Extreme Card 802.11b/g (optional) |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR (optional) |
USB | 5 – 480 Mbps (USB 2.0) |
FireWire | 2 – 400 Mbps 2 – 800 Mbps |
Audio In | 1 – 3.5-mm analog input jack 1 – optical S/PDIF (Toslink) input |
Audio Out | 2 – 3.5-mm analog output jack 1 – optical S/PDIF (Toslink) output 1 – Built-in speaker |
Display | 1 – DVI and 1 – dual-link DVI (NVIDIA GeForce 7300 GT) 1 – dual-link DVI and 1 – Stereo 3D port (NVIDIA Quadro FX 4500) 2 – dual-link DVI (ATI Radeon X1900 XT) |
Keyboard and Mouse
Peripherals | Apple Keyboard Apple Mighty Mouse |
Software
Original OS | Mac OS X 10.4.9 |
Later OS | Mac OS X 10.4.10 Mac OS X 10.5 |
Maximum OS | Mac OS X 10.7.5 |
Firmware | Intel Extensible Firmware Interface |
Bundled Software | Mac OS X 10.4 iLife ’06 (includes iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie HD, iDVD, iWeb, GarageBand) Comic Life Omni Outliner Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive iWork ’06 (30-day trial) FileMaker Pro 8.5 trial |
Power
Backup Battery | 3 V CR2032 Lithium (922-6476) |
Maximum Continuous Power | Unknown |
Line Voltage | 100 – 125 V AC or 200 – 240 V AC |
Further Reading and References
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