The iMac 10,1 (Late 2009) with a 3.06 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo is 21.5-inch all-in-one desktop featuring 4GB DDR3 RAM (upgradable to 16GB), NVIDIA GeForce 9400M, and a 1080p-class screen. Originally running Mac OS X 10.6, it supports up to 10.13 High Sierra officially, with limited potential for newer, unsupported macOS versions.
Key Technical Specifications & Features
- Processor: 3.06 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo (E7600).
- Memory: 4GB (two 2GB SO-DIMMs) of 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM, supporting up to 16GB (4 slots).
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 9400M (256MB) or ATI Radeon HD 4670 (256MB).
- Display: 21.5-inch (1920x1080)
- Connectivity: Four USB 2.0 ports, FireWire 800, Mini DisplayPort (supports output), SD Card slot, Gigabit Ethernet, AirPort Extreme (802.11n), Bluetooth 2.1.
- Audio/Optical: Built-in stereo speakers, microphone, and a slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW).
Common Upgrades & Considerations
- RAM Upgrade: The 21.5-inch have 4 slots, allowing for an upgrade up to 16GB (4x4GB) of 1066MHz DDR3 RAM.
- Storage Upgrade: Replacing the original 7200 RPM hard drive with a SATA SSD significantly improves performance.
- Use Case: Ideal for basic, low-intensity tasks like web browsing, document editing, and media playback.
Included: traditional plug in mouse and keyboard, both genuine Apple products.