Get started in macOS with this refurbished MacBook Pro deal

As new research emerges, it's clear that working with tried-and-true chipsets has distinct advantages. This refurbished MacBook Pro offers Intel power with a MacOS face in a carefully restored package.

The first thing you'll notice when you lift the lid on this 2012 model year Mac is the 13.3" screen with 1366 by 768 resolution. Stream, work, and otherwise get things done with plenty of space. Two USB 3.0 ports, a 3.5mm audio jack, and Bluetooth 4.0 make it flexible and adaptable for your needs, and for legacy Mac products there's a FireWire 800 port and a Thunderbolt port for backward compatibility.

The wireless card is fully 802.11a/b/g compatible, and a Gigabit Ethernet port offers wired backup and easier compatibility with docks. The casing is rounded out with a Kensington lock slot to easily protect your investment.

Inside each MacBook Pro, you'll find an Intel Core i5 dual-core processor with a 2.5Ghz processor clock speed running MacOS Lion, backed by 4GB of RAM.

The battery lasts for up to seven hours and can be filled with any charger compatible with MagSafe. The unit comes with 500GB of storage expandable with an SDXC card slot and an 8X SuperDrive for disc-based media.

Before shipment, every unit is thoroughly inspected and goes through software quality control checks so that it functions as if it's just been booted up for the first time, and has a charger in the box so you can plug in and get rolling.

A third-party aftermarket warranty for 30 days on parts and labor is included with each unit so you can buy with confidence.

The MacBook Pro is a workhorse of a laptop, and having one handy can be a lifesaver. This refurbished MacBook Pro can join your kit for $298.99, 44% off the $536 MSRP.

Prices subject to change.

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