Introduced in 2006, the 17-inch MacBook Pro was offered in an original version with a 2.16GHz Intel Core Duo processor and a later version with a 2.33GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor. Both feature a 17-inch widescreen display with a 1680-by-1050 native resolution and Serial ATA hard-drive storage. Confirm the processor, current storage size and type, and condition when contacting Gizmogo for pricing.
Identify Your MacBook Pro 17-inch (2006)
Model
Confirm the 2006 Version
The original 17-inch model uses identifier MacBookPro1,2. The later 17-inch Core 2 Duo model uses identifier MacBookPro2,1.
Processor
Check Your Intel Processor
Open Apple Menu, select About This Mac, and read the Processor field. It should show a 2.16GHz Intel Core Duo or a 2.33GHz Intel Core 2 Duo.
Storage
Confirm the Drive and Capacity
These models originally used HDD storage. Because older MacBooks may have upgraded drives, confirm the current storage size and whether the installed drive is an HDD or SSD.
What Affects Your Offer?
Laptop Condition Grades Explained
- Brand New Factory sealed, never used, with the original charger and accessories and no damage, missing keys, or performance issues
- Like New Fully functional and flawless with no visible wear or display issues; battery health is 90% or higher
- Good Fully functional with light cosmetic wear, no major screen blemishes or missing parts; battery health is 85% or higher
- Fair Fully functional with noticeable wear or replaced parts and no major display issues; battery health is below 85%
- Damaged Cracks, display or hardware failures, missing parts, severe damage, overheating, power issues, or battery health below 70%
Key Factors
Processor
Storage Type
Storage Size
Screen Condition
Cosmetic Condition
Functionality
Battery Health
Battery Health
You do not need to check or submit a battery-health percentage. Gizmogo evaluates the battery during device testing.
Find Your Processor and Storage
Important
Confirm Your Processor and Drive
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About This Mac
Read the Processor field and note whether it shows Intel Core Duo or Intel Core 2 Duo. To confirm the model identifier, select More Info or System Report and review the Hardware Overview.
Select the Storage tab to check capacity. To confirm whether the installed drive is an HDD or SSD, open System Report and review the drive under Storage or Serial-ATA.
Before You Sell
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Turn off Find My Mac
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Erase personal data
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get pricing for a MacBook Pro 17-inch (2006)?
Contact Gizmogo’s customer service team for current pricing. Provide the processor, storage size and type, condition, and whether the MacBook powers on and functions properly.
What information should I provide when requesting pricing?
Provide the processor, storage size, whether the storage is an SSD or HDD, and the MacBook’s condition.
How do I identify the MacBook Pro 17-inch (2006)?
Open Apple Menu, select About This Mac, and then open More Info or System Report. The original model uses identifier MacBookPro1,2, while the later Core 2 Duo model uses MacBookPro2,1.
How do I find the processor and storage?
Open Apple Menu and select About This Mac to read the Processor field. Select Storage to check capacity. If the drive type is not shown, open System Report and review Storage or Serial-ATA.
Does Gizmogo purchase every MacBook Pro 17-inch (2006)?
Eligibility depends on the MacBook’s configuration, condition, functionality, and current demand. Contact Gizmogo with the device information to confirm whether it qualifies for purchase.
Can I submit a damaged or nonworking MacBook Pro 17-inch (2006)?
Contact Gizmogo and describe the damage before sending the device. Purchase eligibility depends on its condition and functionality. Devices without purchase value may still qualify for free recycling.
Do I need to check my MacBook Pro battery health?
No. Battery health affects condition, but you do not need to submit a percentage. Gizmogo evaluates the battery during testing.
How do I get paid, and how fast?
Choose PayPal, Zelle, Apple Pay, check, e-check, or an Amazon gift card. Payment is sent within 1 business day after testing is complete and your order is ready for payment.