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Apple iMac A1208 17" Desktop: Intel C2D 2GHz 1GB Ram 160GB Won’t Turn On
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Manufacturer description
Working fine one day then stopped turning on. For parts or repair Computers in really nice condition. Original box included
SpecPicks Verdict
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Full Specifications
| cpu | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0GHz |
|---|---|
| gpu | ATI Radeon X1600 128MB |
| hdd_gb | 160 |
| ram_gb | 1 |
| display_inches | 17 |
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