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MacBook Pro 2011 has been released recently. Apple updated the whole configuration of the MBP models, making new MBP an integration of the first new Sandy Bridge Intel Core i5 processor and ThunderBolt technology offering lightening transmission. Apple has been successfully made to be an industry leader once again.

The 13 inch, 15 inch and 17 inch versions of new MBP are using Intel’s new processor SandyBridge, and 15 inch and 17 inch versions also feature with AMD Radeon HD 6000 series discrete graphics. All new MBP models take 4GB memory as a standard configuration. So on the side of configuration, comparing with the previous generation, 2011 MBP model can be considered a whole new one.

Appearance

2011 MBP is packed with the style consistent with the previous generation. Without the three new technical labels on the side of the box, and the label of Logo, it is hard to tell the difference between the new and old models of MacBook Pro. Open the box to see the body of 2011 MBP, take it out by a black handle then the power, manual and other accessories can be seen. Simple style of packing is just similar to other Apple product.

MacBook Pro comes with two discs, including one for the software installation, another for the system recovery. System recovery disk contains Mac OS X 10.6.6 and Windows versions of hardware drivers, which greatly improves the convenience for users of the Windows operating system installed. And moreover, Apple’s official site also provides teaching video of how to use BootCamp to install Windows operating system on MBP.

Size and weight

2011 MBP keep the same size with the previous generation with a width of 32.46 cm, a height of 2.41 cm and a depth of 22.71 cm. on the aspect of weight, MacBook Pro has a travel weight of 2.5 kg which is equivalent to carrying a bag with a 2 Liter bottle of water.

External interface and function keys

There is no significant difference between new MBP and the previous generation expect for the Thunderbolt interface which provides transfer protocol for PCI-Express and DisplayPort to achieve two high-resolution video output through a controller and a data line. New MacBook Pro has not abandoned infrared interface which are on the down ground in recent years, but it can only be used by its own media remote control.

Cooling method

No cooling holes can be seen on the MacBook Pro itself. Although it is all aluminum enclosure, but it does not mean that it can totally rely on passive cooling to work properly. The secret is in the place where connects the screen and collective and that is why it is the hottest place while MBP working.