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Apple - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Macbook - 12" Display - Intel Core M3 - 8GB Memory - 256GB Flash Storage - Gold

Model: 3PL GSRF MLHE2LL/A
SKU: 6556904
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Specifications
  • Screen Size
    12 inches
    Screen Resolution
    2304 x 1440
    Touch Screen
    No
    Processor Model
    Intel Core M
    CPU Base Clock Frequency
    1.1 gigahertz
    Storage Type
    SSD
  • Key Specs
    • Screen Size: 12 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 2304 x 1440 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
    • Processor Model: Intel Core M (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • CPU Base Clock Frequency: 1.1 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
    • System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
    • Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt 2, 1 x HDMI (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
    • Battery Life (up to): 10 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-polymer
    • 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
    • Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
  • General
    • Brand: Apple
    • Model Number: 3PL GSRF MLHE2LL/A
    • Product Name: Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Macbook - 12" Display - Intel Core M3 - 8GB Memory - 256GB Flash Storage
    • Color: Gold
    • Year of Release: 2016
  • Display
    • Display Type: LED
    • Screen Size: 12 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 2304 x 1440 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
  • Processor
    • Processor Brand: Intel
    • Processor Model: Intel Core M (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • Processor Model Number: Not provided
    • CPU Base Clock Frequency: 1.1 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
  • Storage
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
    • Solid State Drive Capacity: 256 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
  • Memory
    • System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Type of Memory (RAM): LPDDR3 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
    • System Memory RAM Speed: 1866 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
  • Graphics
    • Graphics Type: Integrated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
    • GPU Brand: Intel
    • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
  • Compatibility
    • Operating System: Mac OS (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
  • Connectivity
    • Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt 2, 1 x HDMI (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
    • Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
    • Number of DisplayPort Outputs (Total): 0
    • Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 2
    • USB Ports: 1 x USB-C 3.1 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
    • Number of USB Ports (Total): 1
    • Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • Wireless Standard: AC (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
    • Number Of Ethernet Ports: 0
  • Cooling
    • CPU Cooling System: Air
  • Power
    • Battery Life (up to): 10 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-polymer
  • Expansion
    • Number of M.2 Slots: 0 (This interface is most commonly used for high-speed solid state drives (SSDs), and is often used in laptops due to its small size.)
    • Number Of Internal 2.5" Bays: 0
  • Camera
    • Front-Facing Camera: true
  • Features
    • 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
    • Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
    • Customizable Keyboard Lighting: No
    • Media Card Reader: false (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
    • Audio Technology: Stereo speakers
    • Speaker Type: Stereo speakers
    • Mac Features: Force touch trackpad, Siri, Touch ID sensor
    • Cable Lock Slot: None
    • Stylus Dock: None
    • Casing Material: Aluminum
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 0.52 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 11.04 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 7.74 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 2.03 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • EPEAT Qualified: true (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
    • EPEAT Level: Gold (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria. Products are rated Bronze, Silver or Gold based on how many of 28 optional criteria they meet (below 50%, 50%, 75%).)
  • Included
    • Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
    • Numeric Keypad: false
    • Stylus Included: false
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 90 days
    • Warranty - Labor: 90 days
  • Other
    • UPC: 400065569045

Geek Squad Certified Refurbished

Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away. Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products.

MacBook delivers a full-size experience. With a full-size keyboard, force-sensing trackpad, 12-inch Retina display,1 sixth-generation Intel Core M processor, multifunctional USB-C port, and now up to 10 hours of battery life,2 MacBook features big thinking in an impossibly compact form.

    Whats Included
    • Apple Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Macbook (Latest Model) 12" Display - Intel Core M - 8GB Memory - 256GB Flash Storage
    • 29W USB-C Power Adapter
    • USB-C Charge Cable (2 m)

    Q: Which processor is used in the MacBook?

    A: The MacBook uses an Intel Core M3 processor.

    Q: Does the MacBook have a built-in optical drive?

    A: This MacBook does not have an optical drive.

    Q: What is the screen resolution of the MacBook?

    A: The screen resolution of the MacBook is 2304 x 1440.

    Q: Is the keyboard backlit?

    A: This laptop has a backlit keyboard.

    Q: Is the Macbook ENERGY STAR Certified?

    A: This Macbook is ENERGY STAR Certified.

    Q: Does the Macbook have a numeric keypad?

    A: This Macbook model does not have a numeric keypad.

    Q: What is the screen resolution of the Macbook?

    A: The screen resolution of the Macbook is 2304 x 1440.

    Q: What type of storage does the Macbook use?

    A: This Macbook uses UFS flash storage.

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