Apple iMac G3/350 (Slot Loading - Blueberry) Specs
Identifiers: Slot Loading No FW - M7469LL/A - PowerMac2,1 - M5521 - 1821
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The Apple iMac G3/350 (Slot Loading - Blueberry, No Firewire), based on the Kihei architecture, features a 350 MHz PowerPC 750 (G3) processor, 512k backside level 2 cache, 64 MB of RAM, a 6.0 GB Ultra ATA hard drive, a slot loading 24X CD-ROM drive, ATI Rage 128 VR 2D/3D (AGP 2X) graphics with 8 MB of VRAM, and a Harmon-Kardon designed sound system packed into a translucent 'blueberry' all-in-one case design with a 15-inch CRT display.
Unlike previous iMac models, the iMac 'Slot Loading' series is convection cooled for quieter operation and lacks the internal metal housing for a more translucent appearance.
Compared to the iMac G3/333 (Fruit Colors) series that it replaced, the iMac G3/350 (Slot Loading - Blueberry, No Firewire) has a slot loading CD-ROM drive -- as one would expect given its informal name -- as well as a faster processor, faster system bus, faster RAM (and more installed by default), a faster hard drive standard (Ultra ATA), a faster video processor with more VRAM, a superior sound system, and support for an optional AirPort (802.11b) wireless card.
Also see: What are the differences between the third generation 'Slot Loading' iMac G3 models?
Unlike previous iMac models, the iMac 'Slot Loading' series is convection cooled for quieter operation and lacks the internal metal housing for a more translucent appearance.
Compared to the iMac G3/333 (Fruit Colors) series that it replaced, the iMac G3/350 (Slot Loading - Blueberry, No Firewire) has a slot loading CD-ROM drive -- as one would expect given its informal name -- as well as a faster processor, faster system bus, faster RAM (and more installed by default), a faster hard drive standard (Ultra ATA), a faster video processor with more VRAM, a superior sound system, and support for an optional AirPort (802.11b) wireless card.
Also see: What are the differences between the third generation 'Slot Loading' iMac G3 models?
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Despite the age of this system, site sponsor Other World Computing has RAM, hard drives, SSDs, and other upgrades available for this specific iMac while supplies last.
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Introduction Date: | October 5, 1999 | Discontinued Date: | July 19, 2000 |
Details: | The 'Introduction Date' refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The 'Discontinued Date' refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended. Also see: All Macs introduced in 1999. |
Details: | Also see: All models with a 32-Bit processor courtesy of EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Sort. |
Details: | This model only is compatible with the 32-bit Geekbench 2 benchmark. These numbers reflect an average of user provided 32-bit and 64-bit results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit and 64-bit Geekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the PowerMac2,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare Geekbench 2 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
Details: | The Geekbench 3 benchmark does not support this model. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the PowerMac2,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare 32-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
Details: | The Geekbench 3 benchmark does not support this model. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the PowerMac2,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare 64-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
Processor Speed: | 350 MHz | Processor Type: | PowerPC 750 (G3) |
Turbo Boost: | N/A | Custom Speeds: | N/A |
Processor Upgrade: | Soldered | FPU: | Integrated |
Details: | The processor is soldered to the motherboard in this model. Also see: Is the CPU on the iMac G3 upgradable? How is it mounted? Are third-party processor upgrades available? |
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ROM/Firmware Type: | Open Firmware | EFI Architecture: | N/A |
Details: | The Boot ROM is roughly 1 MB, other instructions are loaded into RAM. |
Details: | The 512k of backside cache has a 175 MHz bus. |
Details: | Officially uses 168-pin PC100 SDRAM memory modules, but PC133 SDRAM is backwards compatible and may be used as well. Also see: How do you upgrade the RAM in the iMac G3 models? How much RAM of what type do these systems support? |
Details: | *Apple reports that this model can support a maximum of 512 MB of RAM. 'Unofficially' this model can support 1.0 GB of RAM (two 512 MB modules). In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells memory -- as well as other upgrades -- for this iMac. In Canada, site sponsor CanadaRAM sells RAM and other upgrades for this iMac. Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
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Details: | ATI Rage 128 VR 2D/3D video with 8 MB of VRAM. Also see: What type of video processor is provided by the iMac G3 models? Is it upgradable? |
Details: | The video cannot be upgraded. |
Built-in Display: | 15.0' (13.8') | Native Resolution: | 800x600* |
Details: | *15.0' (13.8' viewable area) display supports 640x480 at 117 Hz, 800x600 at 95 Hz, and 1024x768 at 75 Hz. |
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Details: | Also see: How do you replace or upgrade the hard drive in the iMac G3 models? Do these models support 'big drives'? In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells storage upgrades for this iMac. In Canada, site sponsor CanadaRAM sells hard drives and other upgrades for this iMac. Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs. |
Storage Dimensions: | 3.5' (25.4 mm) | Storage Interface: | Ultra ATA |
Details: | This model supports a single internal 3.5' Ultra ATA hard drive. It does not support hard drives larger than 128 GB. |
Details: | 24X slot loading CD-ROM drive. Also see: What are the capabilities of the optical drive provided by the iMac G3 models? How do you replace or upgrade the optical drive? |
Standard Modem: | 56.6k (Internal) | Standard Ethernet: | 10/100Base-T |
Standard AirPort: | 802.11b (Optional) | Standard Bluetooth: | None |
Details: | Internal support for AirPort (802.11b), but not pre-installed. Adapter needed. Also see: Which iMac G3 models support AirPort? How do you install or replace the AirPort card? |
Details: | This system has two USB 1.1 ports. Also see: Which iMac G3 models have Firewire '400' ports? |
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Incl. Keyboard: | Apple USB Keyboard | Incl. Input: | Apple USB Mouse* |
Details: | *This model shipped with an oft maligned 'hockey puck' mouse. |
Case Type: | All-in-One | Form Factor: | iMac (Slot Loading) |
Details: | All-in-one case design offered in blueberry (royal blue). Also see: Which iMac G3 models were offered in which colors? How many colors were available in total? |
Apple Order No: | M7469LL/A | Apple Subfamily: | Slot Loading No FW |
Details: | The Apple order number should be unique to this system. |
Apple Model No: | M5521 (EMC 1821) | Model ID: | PowerMac2,1 |
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Details: | Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model. Also see: All Macs with the M5521 Model Number, the 1821 EMC Number, and the PowerMac2,1 Model Identifier. For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section. |
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Details: | This system cannot run versions of MacOS X more recent than 10.3.9. |
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MacOS 9 Support: | Boot/Classic Mode | Windows Support: | Emulation Only |
Details: | This model is capable of booting in Mac OS 9 and using Mac OS 9 applications within the Mac OS X 'Classic' environment. Site sponsor OHS specializes in heavily upgraded Macs capable of running both Mac OS X and Mac OS 9 applications. |
Dimensions: | 15.0 x 15.0 x 17.1 | Avg. Weight: | 34.7 lbs. (15.7 kg) |
Details: | *In inches - height x width x depth (38.1 cm x 38.1 cm x 43.4 cm). |
Details: | Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated). Photo Credit: Apple Computer. |
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Details: | This system has two USB 1.1 ports. Also see: Which iMac G3 models have Firewire '400' ports? |
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Details: | 16-bit stereo sound out jack and two front mounted headphone jacks. |
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Details: | 100V to 260V AC, 150W maximum. |
Global original prices for the iMac G3/350 (Slot Loading - Blueberry) in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region.
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