Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?

Yes. The RAM slots and hard drive bay are accessible behind the bottom panel, and the optical bay can hold a second drive with an adapter.

Does it run the latest macOS?

No. Apple dropped support after macOS Catalina, so it is limited to older versions and no longer gets security updates.

Is it good for everyday use today?

Only with upgrades. With the stock hard drive and 4GB of RAM it is slow for modern browsers; an SSD and 8GB or more of RAM make it usable for basic tasks.

The laptop and a power adapter. It has no Retina display, no USB-C ports and no Thunderbolt 3.

How does it compare with the Retina MacBook Pro?

The Retina models have sharper screens and are thinner, but they are harder to upgrade. This model trades the better display for user-replaceable parts and a DVD drive.

Can I connect an external monitor?

Yes, through the Mini DisplayPort or Thunderbolt port, and the HDMI port on this model supports up to 1080p.

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Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch 2.5GHz i5 MD101LL/A 500GB HDD

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An older 13-inch MacBook Pro for light everyday tasks

Name: Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch 2.5GHz i5 MD101LL/A 500GB HDD
Brand: Apple
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Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch 2.5GHz i5 MD101LL/A 500GB HDD

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$478.99$928.99 Wellbots's regular price

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2.5GHz Intel Core i5 dual-core processor for fast multitasking and productivity software
Configurable RAM up to 16GB for smoother workflows and faster response times
Configurable storage up to 2TB SSD for reduced load times and quicker file access
13-inch high-resolution display with crisp visuals and vivid colors
Intel HD Graphics 4000 for media streaming and light graphic design work
Ports include two USB 3.0 ports, a Thunderbolt port and an SDXC card slot

Guarantee: 90-day warranties with optional extensions
Returns: 30-day return policy (exceptions apply)
Shipping: Free shipping; ships in 1-3 days

About the Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch 2.5GHz i5 MD101LL/A 500GB HDD

The MD101LL/A is the mid-2012 13-inch MacBook Pro, the last of Apple's non-Retina unibody laptops. It pairs a dual-core 2.5GHz Core i5 with a 500GB hard drive, 4GB of RAM, a DVD drive and a 1280x800 display. Its appeal today is upgradeability: the RAM and drive bay are user-serviceable, and the optical bay can hold a second drive. Reviewers and owners rate it poorly as a modern machine, citing the slow spinning drive, the low-resolution screen and the fact that current macOS no longer supports it.

Best forBuyers who want a cheap, repairable Mac for tinkeringRunning older macOS software and legacy appsA first laptop for light web and word processingOwners who plan to swap in an SSD and more RAM

Pros

Hard drive and RAM are easy to replace yourself
Includes a built-in DVD drive and Ethernet port
Sturdy aluminum unibody with a good keyboard and trackpad
Runs older macOS versions and legacy software
Can take a second drive in the optical bay

Cons

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