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Apple TV (Original/1st Gen) Specs
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The Apple TV (Original/1st Gen) -- also referred to as Apple tv, codenamed 'iTV' and not to be confused with the Mac TV from yesteryear -- is a compact 'set top box' that makes it possible to wirelessly 'stream' iTunes content -- 'music, audiobooks, videos, TV shows, and movies' -- from as many as five Macs or PCs to an enhanced-definition or HD TV.
It is powered by an officially unspecified 'Intel processor' -- a 1 GHz 'Dothan' Pentium M -- and equipped with 256 MB of onboard DDR2 SDRAM and a 40 GB or 160 GB hard drive 'for storing content locally' (160 GB hard drive option available starting May 30, 2007, 40 GB option discontinued September 14, 2009).
Configured with a 40 GB hard drive, Apple reports that it can hold up to 50 hours of movies and TV shows (at H.264 1.5-Mbps video at 640x480 with 128-Kbps audio, 720p maximum), up to 9,000 songs (assuming songs are 4 minutes long and encoded in 128-Kbps AAC), and up to 25,000 'Apple TV viewable photos transferred from iTunes'. Configured with a 160 GB hard drive, Apple reports that the system holds up to 200 hours of video, up to 36,000 songs, or up to 25,000 photos using the same formats.
Connectivity includes HDMI, component video and audio, optical audio, 10/100Base-T Ethernet, and a single USB 2.0 port 'for service and diagnostics' -- and hacking -- as well as 802.11n wireless networking.
The Apple TV requires a Mac running MacOS X 10.3.9 or higher or a PC running Windows XP Home or Professional (SP2) either with a copy of iTunes 7.1 or higher, a wireless network (802.11g or 802.11n for wireless video streaming) or a 10/100Base-T Ethernet network, as well as an enhanced-definition or high-definition widescreen television (starting January 15, 2008, Apple unveiled a software update that made it possible to rent movies directly from the Apple TV without using a separate computer).
Also see: What exactly is Apple TV? Is it a television? Is it a Mac?
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| Introduction Date: | January 9, 2007* | Discontinued Date: | September 1, 2010* |
| Details: | The 'Introduction Date' generally 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.
This model was first revealed as a 'vaporware' prototype dubbed 'iTV' on September 12, 2006, but formally released as a product on January 9, 2007. It actually shipped on March 21, 2007.
*The 40 GB configuration was discontinued on September 14, 2009.
Also see: All Macs introduced in 2007. |
| Details: | This model only is compatible with the 32-bit Geekbench 2 benchmark. Geekbench 2 benchmarks reflect results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. Individual user-submitted benchmarks can vary, but an average can be useful to get an idea of the relative performance of different Apple devices. You also might be interested in combing through all Geekbench user-submissions for Apple devices with the AppleTV1,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench results from different Macs side-by-side, please see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Processor Speed: | 1.0 GHz | Processor Type: | Pentium M* |
| Details: | *Apple only formally states that the Apple TV has an 'Intel processor'. However, in an excellent 'dissection' that should be read in its entirety, the well-respected AnandTechbelieves that the Apple TV most likely has an 'Ultra Low Voltage Pentium M based on the Dothan core, running at 1 GHz, 400 MHz FSB [frontside bus] and a 2 MB L2 cache'. |
| Details: | The processor in this Apple TV is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded. |
| System Bus Speed: | 400 MHz | Cache Bus Speed: | 1 GHz (built-in) |
| Details: | The original Apple TV set top box has a 400 MHz frontside bus. |
| Details: | *No official information is available regarding the Apple TV firmware. However, it appears to use EFI like the Intel-based Macs. |
| Details: | Includes a 2 MB 'on chip' level 2 cache that runs at processor speed. |
| Details: | Also see: How much RAM of what type does the Apple TV support? Can it be upgraded? |
| Details: | *The internal memory in the Apple TV is onboard and cannot be upgraded.
Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Details: | *Four 64 MB Nanya DDR2 memory modules are soldered to the motherboard. |
| Details: | *Onboard NVIDIA GeForce Go 7300 graphics processor with 64 MB of GDDR3 SDRAM.
Also see: What type of processor and video processor does the Apple TV use? Can either processor be upgraded? |
| Details: | The NVIDIA GeForce Go 7300 video processor is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded. |
| Display Support: | Single Display* | Native Resolution: | Multiple* |
| Details: | The Apple TV requires an 'enhanced-definition or high-definition widescreen TV capable of 1080i 50/50Hz, 720p 60/50Hz, 576p 50Hz (PAL format), or 480p 60Hz'.
Also see: What types of television supports Apple TV? Is Apple TV compatible with HDTV and SDTV? |
| Details: | The Apple TV can only be connected to a single television. It can, however, support as many as five computers for sending content to the television. |
| Standard Storage: | 40, 160 GB HDD* | Storage Interface: | IDE/PATA* |
| Details: | *Starting on May 30, 2007, Apple began offering the 160 GB configuration and discontinued the 40 GB configuration on September 14, 2009.
Also see: What type of hard drive does the Apple TV use? Can it be upgraded? |
| Details: | This Apple TV does not have an internal optical drive. Consequently, it cannot play CDs or DVDs. |
| Details: | The original Apple TV has a 'wired' 10/100Base-T Ethernet port as well as 802.11n wireless capabilities. |
| Standard AirPort: | 802.11a/b/g/n | Standard Bluetooth: | None |
| Details: | The Apple TV has built-in support for AirPort Extreme (802.11a/b/g/n).
Also see: What is 802.11n? How is it different from 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11a? |
| Details: | Apple reports that the single USB 2.0 port is 'for service and diagnostics'. |
| Details: | The Apple TV has no expansion slots or bays. It is not designed to be upgraded by end users. |
| Details: | The Apple TV ships with the five button Apple Remote. It also has a single USB 2.0 port that Apple reports is 'for service and diagnostics'.
Also see: What can you do with the Apple TV USB port? |
| Details: | The original Apple TV has a gray, relatively tiny 7.7 inch by 7.7 inch, 1.1 inch tall case. |
| Details: | *MA711LL/A was assigned to the original configuration with a 40 GB hard drive. MB189LL/A was assigned to the configuration with a 160 GB hard drive. |
| Apple Model No: | A1218 (EMC 2123) | Model ID: | AppleTV1,1 |
| Details: | These identifiers are unique to this specific Apple TV.
Also see: All Apple devices with the A1218 Model Number, the 2123 EMC Number, and the AppleTV1,1 Model Identifier.
For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on Macs, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section. |
| Pre-Installed OS: | X 10.4.7 (8N5107)* | Maximum OS: | X 10.4.7 (8N5107)* |
| Details: | *No 'official' information is available regarding the Apple TV operating system, but it is clear that it runs a 'stripped down' version of Mac OS X. MacWorld reported specifically that it runs a varient of Mac OS X 10.4.7 (8N5107). |
| Dimensions: | 1.1 x 7.7 x 7.7 | Avg. Weight: | 2.4 lbs. (1.09 kg) |
| Details: | These dimensions are provided in inches - height x width x depth (28 mm x 197 mm x 197 mm). |
| Original Price (US): | US$299 | Est. Current Retail: | US$50-US$100 |
| Details: | *Starting May 30, 2007, the Apple TV was available with the original 40 GB hard drive for US$299 or a 160 GB hard drive for US$399. On January 15, 2008, Apple cut the price of the 40 GB model to US$229 and the 160 GB model to US$329. On September 14, 2009, Apple discontinued the 40 GB configuration and reduced the price of the 160 GB configuration to US$229.
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| Video (Monitor): | 1 (HDMI), 1 (Component)* | Floppy (Ext.): | None |
| Details: | *The Apple TV provides a single HDMI port and the standard component video triumvirate. |
| Details: | Apple reports that the single USB 2.0 port is 'for service and diagnostics'. |
| Details: | The original Apple TV has a single 10/100Base-T Ethernet port onboard. |
| Details: | *The Apple TV provides both component audio out and optical audio out ports. It does not support true 5.1 surround sound.
Also see: Does the Apple TV support 5.1 channel surround sound? |
| Details: | The original Apple TV has an internal, built-in 48-watt universal power supply. |
Global original prices for the Apple TV (Original/1st Gen) in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region.
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Original Prices - North & South America
| Mexico: | N/A | United States: | US$299 |
Original Prices - Europe
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| Denmark: | DKK 2,299 | Finland: | €179 |
| Norway: | NOK 2.590 | Portugal: | N/A |
| Switzerland: | CHF 429, 579 | United Kingdom: | £199 |
Original Prices - Asia
| India: | Rs 18,400, 23,000 | Indonesia: | N/A |
| Malaysia: | N/A | The Philippines: | N/A |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: | A$449, A$579 | New Zealand: | NZ$498, NZ$659 |
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Apple TV 4K
Year introduced: 2017
Color: Black
Capacity: 32 GB or 64 GB
Model number: A1842
Siri Remote or Apple TV Remote1
Apple TV HD
Previously Apple TV (4th generation)
Year introduced: 2015
Color: Black
Capacity: 32 GB or 64 GB
Model number: A1625
Siri Remote or Apple TV Remote1,2
Apple TV (3rd generation)
Year introduced: 2012
Color: Black
Model number: A1427 or A1469 for Rev A
Apple Remote (aluminum)
Apple TV (2nd generation)
Year introduced: 2010
Color: Black
Model number: A1378
Apple Remote (aluminum)
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Apple TV (1st generation)
Year introduced: 2007
Color: Silver
Capacity: 40 or 160 GB
Model number: A1218
Apple Remote (white)
Identifying features
See the ports and connectors for each model below.
Apple TV 4K
- HDMI 2.0a (2160p, Dolby Vision, and HDR10)
- Gigabit Ethernet
- 802.11ac Wi‑Fi with MIMO; simultaneous dual band (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
- Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology
- IR receiver
Apple TV HD
Previously Apple TV (4th generation)
- HDMI 1.4 (720p or 1080p)
- 10/100BASE-T Ethernet
- Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n/ac with MIMO)
- Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology
- IR receiver
- USB‑C (for service and support)
Apple TV (3rd generation)
- HDMI (720p or 1080p)
- 10/100BASE-T Ethernet
- Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
- Optical audio
- IR receiver
- Micro-USB (for service and support)
Apple TV (2nd generation)
- HDMI (720p)
- 10/100BASE-T Ethernet
- Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
- Optical audio
- IR receiver
- Micro-USB (for service and support)
Apple TV (1st generation)
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- HDMI and component video (480p or 720p)
- 10/100BASE-T Ethernet
- Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n)
- Optical and RCA stereo audio
- IR receiver
- USB 2.0 (for service and support)
Identify your model
You can find the model number of your Apple TV in three places.
This number identifies your device. For example, since Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation) look alike, you need the model number to tell them apart.
Check Settings
From the Apple TV Home screen, choose Settings > General > About and check the Model.
Check the bottom of your Apple TV
To see the model number, check the information label on the bottom of your Apple TV.
Check the box
To find the model number, check the back of the box that your Apple TV came in.
- Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD ships with the same remote everywhere. In countries and regions that support Siri, the remote is called Siri Remote. Elsewhere, it’s called Apple TV Remote. Siri works on either remote as long as your Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD is set up with a language and country or region that supports Siri.
- Previous Apple TV HD models shipped with the Siri Remote or Apple TV Remote without the white ring around the Menu button.