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PowerBook 170 (1991)

Apple · Laptops · Released in 1991 · M5409

68030 25MHz + FPU, 4MB RAM, flagship of the original PowerBook trio

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Device information

Brand
Apple
Model
M5409
Release year
1991
Category
Laptops

The story of this device

The PowerBook 170 stood as the flagship of Apple's inaugural notebook family, showcasing a crisp 9.8-inch active-matrix monochrome LCD and built-in fax modem. With a 25MHz 68030 CPU and hardware FPU, it delivered uncompromised desktop-caliber performance on the move.

Specifications

Display
9.8-inch monochrome active-matrix, 640x400
Chipset
Motorola 68030 25MHz
RAM
4MB (up to 8MB)
Storage
40MB or 80MB SCSI HDD
Weight
About 3.1kg (6.8 lb)
Notable
Motorola 68882 FPU included

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