A1466 Macbook Air 13" 2012-2017

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Technical Description for MacBook Air 13" (Model A1466, 2012-2017)

Official Model Numbers and Identification Codes

  • Model Identifier: MacBookAir5,2 (2012), MacBookAir6,2 (2013-2017)
  • Model Number: A1466
  • EMC Numbers:
    • 2559 (2012)
    • 2632 (2013)
    • 2632 (Mid 2013)
    • 2632 (Early 2014)
    • 2925 (2015)
    • 3178 (2017)
  • Battery Model Number: A1405, A1496
  • Serial Number: Located on the underside near the hinge. Use Apple Support online to identify specific details.

Identification Methods

  1. Physical Inspection:

    • Locate the model number (A1466) engraved on the bottom case.
    • Identify through the serial number for year-specific details via Apple’s support page.

  2. System Information:

    • Navigate to "About This Mac" in the Apple menu to find the model identifier (e.g., MacBookAir6,2).

  3. Boot Screen:

    • Model and year can be cross-referenced during boot by accessing the recovery mode and seeking hardware details.

Specifications for Spare Parts

  • Display:

    • Size: 13.3 inches
    • Type: LED-backlit Glossy Widescreen with a resolution of 1440 x 900.

  • Camera:

    • FaceTime HD Camera 720p.

  • Processor:

    • 2012: Dual-Core Intel Core i5-3427U 1.8 GHz or Core i7-3667U 2.0 GHz
    • 2013-2017: Varies by year but generally including Dual-Core Intel Core i5/i7, starting from 1.3 GHz up to 2.2 GHz.

  • Battery:

    • Built-in 54-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery.
    • Battery Model Numbers A1405 or A1496, providing up to 12 hours of wireless web usage.

  • Charging:

    • Requires a MagSafe 2 power adapter, rated at 45 watts.

  • Memory/Storage Configurations:

    • RAM (Non-upgradable):
    • 2012: 4GB, configurable to 8GB.
    • 2013-2017: 4GB or 8GB, LPDDR3 at 1600 MHz.
    • Storage:
    • SSD configurations of 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB using SATA-based drives for 2012 and PCIe-based from 2013 onwards.

Ensure you cross-reference each part requirement with the specific year of the MacBook Air A1466, as there might be differences particularly in processor and storage configurations across the years.

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