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Zune 30

2006–2008 · handheld

Specifications

Cpu: Freescale i.MX31L (ARM11)
Ram: max: 32 MB (soldered) · base: 32 MB
Ports: Proprietary Zune dock connector · 3.5mm jack
Battery: Li-ion, rated ~14 hours audio playback
Display: 3" 320x240 QVGA LCD
Storage: base: 30 GB HDD · options:
Release Price: $249
Storage Medium: 1.8-inch HDD

Variants

Colors

BrownPaired with a translucent green 'doubleshot' back panel; became the launch device's most-mocked and most-memed finish.

BlackPaired with a translucent blue doubleshot back panel.

WhiteMarketed as pearl white, paired with a translucent clear doubleshot back panel.

Upgrade paths

storage

microSD via aftermarket adapter boards (community mod, well past original 30/60/80 GB HDD options) · The metal back pries off with the right tools, and swapping the 1.8-inch HDD for a flash adapter is a known Zune community mod; batteries are usually dead by the time anyone bothers, so most guides replace both at once.

~$30

MODERATE

battery

Aftermarket replacement cell, same form factor · Same teardown as the storage swap; battery is glued to the frame but not soldered.

~$15

MODERATE